Today, Nov 22
• ‘Trevor Noah: I Wish You Would’ (comedy special)
Emmy-winning comedian and former “Daily Show” host Trevor Noah talks about learning German, speaking ill of the dead, judging people in horror movies, and ordering Indian food in Scotland.
Wednesday, Nov 23
• ‘Christmas on Mistletoe Farm’ (film)
After inheriting a farm at Christmastime, a widowed father makes a bumpy adjustment to village life, while his kids hatch a plan to stay there forever.
• ‘Wednesday’ (series)
Smart, sarcastic, and a little dead inside, Wednesday Addams (Jenna Ortega) investigates a murder spree while making new friends – and foes – at Nevermore Academy.
Iconic filmmaker Tim Burton brings the equally iconic gothic character to life in this anticipated series based on the popular “Addams Family” franchise, co-starring Gwendoline Christie (“Game of Thrones”) and Catherine Zeta-Jones.
• ‘The Swimmers’ (film)
From war-torn Syria to the 2016 Rio Olympics, two young sisters embark on a risky voyage, putting their hearts and their swimming skills to heroic use. This British film is based on a true story.
Thursday, Nov 24
• ‘First Love’ (series)
Young, free and madly in love. As teenagers, the world was their oyster – but as adults, their lives seem dimmer, as if a very important piece is missing. How very relatable. A Japanese romantic drama series.
• ‘The Noel Diary’ (film)
While cleaning out his childhood home for Christmas, a novelist meets a woman searching for her birth mother. Will an old diary unlock their pasts – and hearts? This feel-good romantic drama is based on the book of the same name.
Friday, Nov 26
• ‘Ghislaine Maxwell: Filthy Rich’ (documentary)
Go beyond the headlines of the Ghislaine Maxwell case to tell the definitive story of Jeffrey Epstein’s mysterious accomplice, illuminating how the convicted socialite’s class and privilege concealed her predatory nature.
Sunday, Nov 28
• ‘The Action Pack Saves Christmas’ (film)
The Action Pack teams up with Santa Claus to save the day when greedy Teddy Von Taker plots to steal all of the Christmas cheer from Hope Springs. A feature for kids, in case this isn’t clear.
Monday, Nov 29
• ‘Romesh Ranganathan: The Cynic’ (comedy special)
Returning to his hometown of Crawley in England, Jonathan Romesh Ranganathan riffs on – among various topics – veganism and his kids, and offers a glimpse into the making of this comedy feature.
Tuesday, Nov 30
• ‘The Creature Cases’, season 2 (series)
This animated series for kids and families follows Sam Snow and Kit Casey, two brilliant agents, as they solve mysteries that mix real zoological facts with wild detective action.
• ‘Snack vs Chef’ (series)
Twelve chefs channel their inner food scientists to recreate classic snacks and invent their own original treats for a US$50,000 prize. Now that’s yummy!