18 Must-Watch Movies : From ‘John Wick 4’ to ‘Scream VI’

1. John Wick: Chapter 4 2023，IMDB Rating: 7.7, IMDB Votes: 344075, ID: 10366206
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John Wick: Chapter 4 is a thrilling ride that combines innovative story beats with a foundation of nostalgia. The film’s action sequences are long battles, gun-fu shoot-outs between John and dozens of people who underestimate him. Critics have praised the film for its suspenseful set pieces and the emotional undercurrents in Harrison Ford’s performance.
2. Scream VI 2023，IMDB Rating: 6.5, IMDB Votes: 122777, ID: 17663992
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Scream VI finds the latest generation of Woodsboro survivors setting up a new life in New York City, far away from the suburban shadow of Ghostface. The film is a hard movie to truly hate, which is nice. It’s also a Scream movie that’s difficult to truly love. Critics have praised the film for its mix of goriness, fast-paced story and interesting use of its source materials.
3. Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny 2023，IMDB Rating: 6.5, IMDB Votes: 204797, ID: 1462764
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Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny is a decent family drama that is designed to make you feel good. The film is a fun, albeit a bit long, romp around the world that sends our hero off with style. Critics have praised the film for its mix of nostalgia, action and CGI.
4. Dog Gone 2023，IMDB Rating: 6.1, IMDB Votes: 6399, ID: 15334430
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Dog Gone is a decent family drama that is designed to make you feel good. The film is a fun, albeit a bit long, romp around the world that sends our hero off with style. Critics have praised the film for its mix of nostalgia, action and CGI.
5. Plane 2023，IMDB Rating: 6.5, IMDB Votes: 81423, ID: 5884796
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‘Plane’ is an action movie that takes you on a thrilling ride. Despite its simple title, the film delivers an intense plot with Gerard Butler saving his flight passengers from militants after a crash landing. The movie has its flaws, but the performances, especially by Butler and Mike Colter, make it worth watching. It’s a solid throwback action thriller.
6. There’s Something Wrong with the Children 2023，IMDB Rating: 5.0, IMDB Votes: 7021, ID: 16127696
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‘There’s Something Wrong with the Children’ is a horror film that explores the eerie behavior of children after they disappear into the woods. While the film has interesting ideas, it falters due to shoddy execution. However, it does manage to create a sense of unease and suspense, making it a decent watch for horror fans.
7. Alice, Darling 2022，IMDB Rating: 5.5, IMDB Votes: 10533, ID: 11687104
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‘Alice, Darling’ is a drama that delves into the complexities of an abusive relationship. Anna Kendrick delivers a powerful performance as Alice, a woman struggling to break free from her controlling boyfriend. The film is flawed but its exploration of domestic abuse and the value of a solid support network makes it a compelling watch.
8. Missing 2023，IMDB Rating: 7.1, IMDB Votes: 60961, ID: 10855768
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A suspenseful thriller, ‘Missing’ is a sequel to ‘Searching’ but with its own unique narrative. The film’s protagonist, an 18-year-old high school senior, uses her tech-savvy skills to search for her missing mother. While it lacks the novelty of its predecessor, it’s still a gripping watch.
9. Fear the Night 2023，IMDB Rating: 4.8, IMDB Votes: 3943, ID: 19848268
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‘Fear the Night’ is a home invasion thriller that centers around a bachelorette party in the California hills. Despite the strong performance from Maggie Q, the movie is a generic thriller with a lack of tension.
10. You People 2023，IMDB Rating: 5.5, IMDB Votes: 63886, ID: 14826022
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‘You People’ is a modern take on ‘Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner’ co-written by Jonah Hill. Despite its outstanding cast, the movie struggles to balance between social commentary and romantic comedy.
11. Pamela, a Love Story 2023，IMDB Rating: 7.2, IMDB Votes: 12930, ID: 18376122
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‘Pamela, a Love Story’ is an intimate portrait of Pamela Anderson, tracing her journey from a small-town girl to an international sex symbol. Despite its standard structure, the documentary recontextualizes Pamela’s public life to thought-provoking effect.
12. Creed III 2023，IMDB Rating: 6.7, IMDB Votes: 95048, ID: 11145118
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In ‘Creed III’, Michael B. Jordan impresses both as the director and the star. The movie, which is the latest in the ‘Rocky’ spinoff franchise, successfully honors the series’ legacy while adding new elements.
13. Shazam! Fury of the Gods 2023，IMDB Rating: 5.9, IMDB Votes: 127617, ID: 10151854
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Shazam! Fury of the Gods continues the story of teenage Billy Batson who transforms into his adult Super Hero alter ego, Shazam. The sequel is seen as less satisfying than its predecessor, yet it retains the source material’s charm. It’s a sequel with plenty of action and heart, but some critics felt it lost what made the first film special. As a movie fan who enjoys fun and creative films, I found the movie to be a fun romp with heart, humor, and excitement.
14. Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves 2023，IMDB Rating: 7.2, IMDB Votes: 231746, ID: 2906216
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Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves is a fantasy film that attempts to recreate the unpredictable and silly structure of the game. The film has a charming thief and a band of unlikely adventurers undertaking an epic heist. Despite some criticisms, it entertainingly blends action, fantasy, and comedy. As someone who appreciates creativity, I enjoyed the film’s attempt to bring the playful spirit of the legendary role-playing game to the big screen.
15. Murder Mystery 2 2023，IMDB Rating: 5.7, IMDB Votes: 71002, ID: 15255288
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Murder Mystery 2 is a sequel to the comedy/thriller that sees the return of Sandler’s charm. The film is a genially mediocre sequel to its similarly middling predecessor. It’s an easy way to tune out the real world for a feature runtime. As a fan of fun movies, I found the film’s good-natured charm and the chemistry of the two leads engaging.
16. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 2023，IMDB Rating: 7.9, IMDB Votes: 391138, ID: 6791350
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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is the weirdest, grimmest, most emotional entry in Gunn’s MCU franchise, but it’s also the strongest. It’s a loving last hurrah for the MCU’s most ragtag family. The film takes the team in a darker direction without sacrificing heart or humor. As a fan of creative and fun films, I found the film emotionally powerful and a fitting end to the trilogy.
17. Fast X 2023，IMDB Rating: 5.7, IMDB Votes: 123029, ID: 5433140
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Fast X 2023, the latest installment in the Fast & Furious franchise, is a thrilling ride that’s as much about family as it is about high-octane action. The film’s narrative links directly to the franchise-turning ‘Fast Five’, and it’s filled with action set pieces that recall similar moments from previous films. However, some critics have noted a sense of familiarity that makes it feel like reheated leftovers. Despite this, the film’s action sequences, particularly those featuring Jason Momoa, are enjoyably goofy.
18. Transformers: Rise of the Beasts 2023，IMDB Rating: 6.0, IMDB Votes: 108627, ID: 5090568
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Transformers: Rise of the Beasts 2023 is an enjoyable outing in the franchise, with genuine human drama between the set pieces and palpable affection for the title characters. Despite some drawbacks, the film takes the series in a new direction without skimping on the action that fans will be looking for. However, some critics have noted that the film suffers from poor CGI and an overabundance of robots.