Movieversalfilm’s movie reviews are written for UK viewers first: every verdict tells you what a film is, who it is for, and whether it is worth a trip to the cinema or a night in with Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV+ or the BBC. Our Super Reviews are spoiler-free, scored and built around a simple question: should you watch it?

Each film review starts with the essentials, including UK release date, certificate, runtime and where to watch, then a Viewer Match that sums up the mood, pace and the kind of viewer who will love it (or should skip it). After that comes proper criticism of the performances, direction, screenplay, score and cinematography, ending with a clear verdict, a score out of ten and a star rating. We cover big studio releases and festival favourites as well as the horror, sci-fi and streaming originals that other UK film review sites often miss, so whatever you are deciding to watch this weekend, there is a recommendation waiting for you.
Below you will find our latest film reviews, newest first, followed by quick routes into genres, streaming services and the franchises we follow most closely. New reviews are added throughout the week, so this page is always up to date.
Latest movie reviews
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The Only Living Pickpocket in New York (2026) Super Review: John Turturro Steals the Show
John Turturro gives one of the best performances of his career as an analogue thief in a digital city, in Noah Segan’s…
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Making Marie Antoinette (2026) Super Review: Eleanor Coppola’s Loving Last Look Behind the Curtain
Eleanor Coppola’s behind-the-scenes documentary, completed by Sofia Coppola, is an intimate, gorgeous portrait of a film shoot and of a mother watching…
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These Violent Delights (2026) Super Review: Scottish Ballet Turns Romeo and Juliet Into a Fever Dream
Scottish Ballet’s first feature-length film reimagines Romeo and Juliet as a wordless, hallucinatory dance thriller, with a superb Kayla-Maree Tarantolo at its…
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Wicker (2026) Super Review: Olivia Colman Weaves a Bawdy, Tender Fairy Tale
Olivia Colman orders a husband made of willow in a raucous, inventive adult fable with a lovely Alexander Skarsgård, even if the…
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Children of the Wicker Man (2024) Super Review: The Family Cost of a Folk Horror Classic
Robin Hardy’s sons Justin and Dominic dig into the papers behind The Wicker Man in a raw, personal documentary about genius, abandonment…
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Hidden Gem: Sheriff Country — Why This Crime Drama Is Worth Catching Up On
Morena Baccarin leads a warm small-town crime drama with family trouble at its heart. Our spoiler-free Sheriff Country recommendation explains why it…
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Fatherland (2026) Super Review: Pawlikowski’s Thomas Mann Road Trip Is a Masterclass in Restraint
Sandra Hüller and Hanns Zischler are superb as Erika and Thomas Mann in Paweł Pawlikowski’s precise, black-and-white portrait of a divided Germany…
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Klara and the Sun (2026) Super Review: Jenna Ortega Shines in Taika Waititi’s Muddled Ishiguro Adaptation
Jenna Ortega makes a lovable artificial friend, but Taika Waititi’s version of Kazuo Ishiguro’s quiet novel smothers its heart in whimsy and…
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Possible Love (2026) Super Review: Lee Chang-dong Returns With a Quietly Colossal Masterpiece
Lee Chang-dong’s first film since Burning is a beautifully acted, novelistic study of two couples divided by class, and one of the…
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Clayface (2026) Super Review: DC’s Grisly Body Horror Gets Under Your Skin
Tom Rhys Harries melts, mutates and seeks revenge in DC’s gruesome, 18-rated body horror, a bold one-off that is stronger on gore…
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Monster Mia (2026) Super Review: A Wholesome Halloween Romp at a School for Scares
A chaotic girl sneaks into a school for monsters in this lively, colourful animated adventure with a big heart and a familiar…
How our verdicts work
Every Super Review scores six areas (Performances, Direction, Screenplay, Score, Cinematography and Entertainment Value) before giving an overall mark out of ten and a star rating out of five. The score earns a badge:
- Must Watch (9–10): the best of the year, worth seeking out.
- Worth Seeing (8–8.5): strong, confident filmmaking.
- One for Fans (7–7.5): rewarding if it is your genre or franchise.
- Stream It or Best watched in the Cinema (5.5–6.5): a decent watch on the right screen.
- Skip It (0–5): there are better ways to spend your evening.
Reviews are written and edited by founder and editor Piers de Mel. Read our editorial policy and how we use AI-assisted production and artwork.
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Franchise reviews and watch guides
- Doctor Who and the Doctor Who watch guide
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- Star Wars and the Star Wars watch guide
- The X-Files and the X-Files watch guide
Plan what to watch next
- UK Release Calendar: every big cinema and streaming date for the next eight weeks.
- US Release Calendar for viewers across the Atlantic.
- What to Watch: picks by service, genre and mood.
- Previews of the films we are most looking forward to.
- Movie news: the latest film and TV headlines.
Frequently asked questions
Are Movieversalfilm reviews spoiler-free?
Yes. Every Super Review is spoiler-free, and the verdict box is labelled so you can read the score without learning anything about the plot.
How are films scored?
Six areas are marked individually, then combined into an overall score out of ten, a star rating out of five and a badge from Must Watch to Skip It.
Do you review streaming films as well as cinema releases?
Yes. We review new releases in UK cinemas alongside streaming originals on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV+, Paramount+ and more, and every review tells you where to watch in the UK.
How often are new film reviews published?
New reviews arrive several times a week, timed around UK release dates. Check the UK Release Calendar to see what is coming next.

