This week’s new movies include a horror film, a family drama, a few action films, and a documentary about a music/acting icon.

First up – Stephen King fans, get ready for The Monkey – a chilling adaptation that’ll make you think twice about those seemingly innocent childhood toys.

If you’re in the mood for something more uplifting, The Unbreakable Boy promises to warm your heart with its inspiring true story about a boy on the spectrum, who brightens the lives of everyone he comes into contact with. 

We’ve got the complete rundown of this week’s must-see movies in theaters and streaming. Whether you’re a horror buff, a documentary lover, or just looking for your next movie night pick, we’ve got you covered!

: R

:  In theaters on Friday, February 21, 2025.

: In The Monkey, twin brothers Hall and Bill (Theo James in a duel role) are haunted by a mechanical toy monkey they owned when they were young. When played, the monkey bangs on a drum, and when the drumming stops, it means that someone close by will die. The monkey was hidden by the boys, but now that they are adults, it has returned.

: The film is based on a short story by horror master Stephen King.

: The movie is directed by Osgood Perkins, who gave us last year’s horror hit Longlegs.

: The cast includes Tatiana Maslany, best known for her Emmy-winning role on Orphan Black.

: PG

:  In theaters on Friday, February 21, 2025.

: The Unbreakable Boy is about Austin (Jacob Laval), a boy on the autism spectrum with brittle bone disease. Austin doesn’t let life get him down. In fact, his affirming view of the world, finding joy in everything he can, transforms and unites everyone around him.

: The film is based on the book The Unbreakable Boy: A Father’s Fear, a Son’s Courage, and a Story of Unconditional Love by Scott Michael LeRette and Susy Flory.

: The cast includes Zachary Levi, Meghann Fahy, Peter Facinelli, Gavin Warren, Drew Powell, Patricia Heaton, and Amy Acker.

: The film is based on a true story.

:  R

:  In theaters on Friday, February 21, 2025.

: Cleaner begins when activists take over an energy company’s annual gala, holding over 300 hostages. During her job as a window cleaner on the building, Joey (Daisy Ridley) learns that one of the hostages is her brother. Little do the activists know that Joey is a highly trained soldier determined to take them down.

: Martin Campbell, known for his movies Casino Royale (2006), Edge of Darkness (2010) and The Protégé (2021) directs the film.

: The film takes place in one of the London’s tallest buildings, One Canada Square.

: Daisy Ridley has stated in interviews that this was the most challenging action film she has made due to the stunts.

:  R

:  In select theaters on Friday, February 21, 2025.

: In Old Guy, Danny (Christoph Waltz) used to be the best hit man in the business, but he was pulled into retirement by The Company. Danny gets a break when he is assigned to train a newcomer, Wihlborg (Cooper Hoffman), who his superiors expect to replace him. They soon learn that they have been betrayed, and they set off to find out who double-crossed them.

: Cooper Hoffman is best known for his role as Gary on the award-winning 2021 film Licorice Pizza.

: Director Simon West is known for his action films, including The Mechanic (2011), The Expendables 2 (2012) and Wild Card (2015).

: I love the tag-line for the film: Competition is always a killer.

:  N/A

:  In select theaters on Friday, February 21, 2025.

: Liza: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story is a documentary on Liza Minnelli, the daughter of actress Judy Garland. From her upbringing in front of the camera to her Oscar-winning performance in Cabaret (1973), along with her marriages and partying, Liza became a legend.

: Besides Liza herself, Ben Vereen, Chita Rivera, Mia Farrow, George Hamilton, Jim Caruso, and Joel Grey are all interviewed for the film.

The film is from Bruce David Klein, who directed the documentary Icahn: The Restless Billionaire (2022).

: Klein produced one of my favorite documentaries Roar: The Most Dangerous Movie Ever Made (2017).

:  R

:  In select theaters on Friday, February 21, 2025.

: Millers in Marriage is a film about three middle-aged married couples who are coming to grips with what to do in their lives and marriages. What will they do now that their children are grown up, their careers are faltering, and their future together is not looking good?

: The cast includes Gretchen Mol, Julianna Margulies, Minnie Driver, Edward Burns, Morena Baccarin, Benjamin Bratt, Patrick Wilson, Campbell Scott, and Brian d’Arcy.

t: The film made its premiere at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival.

: Edward Burns, whose 1995 film The Brothers McMullen is a favorite of mine, directs the film.

Below, let us know what new movies you plan to see this week!