Q Wave’s Watchlist: May 2025
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Havoc (Netflix)
Get ready for a gritty, bone-crunching thrill ride as Netflix unleashes Havoc, a hard-hitting action film from acclaimed director Gareth Evans, the mastermind behind The Raid and The Raid 2. Known for revolutionizing modern action cinema with his kinetic fight choreography and relentless pacing, Evans brings his signature style to a darker, more grounded crime story—with none other than Tom Hardy leading the charge.
Havoc marks Evans' return to form, blending the brutal physicality of his earlier work with a gritty noir sensibility. The film stars Hardy as Walker, a jaded detective who’s thrown into the criminal underworld after a drug deal gone disastrously wrong. As he fights his way through a tangled web of corruption and violence in a decaying city, Walker uncovers a complex conspiracy that reaches into the highest levels of power—all while trying to rescue a missing politician’s son caught in the crossfire.
Shot with the same visceral energy and precision that made The Raid films cult classics, Havoc promises not just high-stakes action but a dark, immersive journey into a world where chaos reigns and survival isn’t guaranteed.
Whether you’re a fan of sleek, hard-hitting action or noir thrillers with a pulse, Havoc is shaping up to be a must-watch event. With Evans behind the camera and Hardy front and center, Netflix is delivering an adrenaline rush straight to your living room.
Available on: Netflix
You'd like this if you enjoyed: The Raid, John Wick
Runtime: 105 minutes
Genre: Action
And Just Like That (Crave)
And just like that... they’re back. The beloved women of Sex and the City continue their journey in the upcoming season of HBO’s And Just Like That…, the bold and emotionally rich revival that reintroduces audiences to Carrie, Miranda, and Charlotte as they navigate the complexities of love, friendship, and identity in a modern New York.
The series, developed by Sex and the City alum Michael Patrick King, made its highly anticipated debut in 2021 and quickly sparked conversations—some nostalgic, others polarizing—as it reimagined what life looks like for its iconic characters in their 50s. Gone are the cosmopolitans and carefree brunches of their 30s; now, these women are tackling aging, parenting, grief, career reinvention, and evolving social norms—all with style, wit, and a touch of drama.
And Just Like That… stars Sarah Jessica Parker as Carrie Bradshaw, now a podcast host navigating life after the sudden loss of Mr. Big; Cynthia Nixon as Miranda Hobbes, who is reexamining her marriage, career, and sexuality; and Kristin Davis as Charlotte York Goldenblatt, still clinging to perfectionism as she raises two teenage daughters. The show expands the ensemble with new characters, bringing fresh perspectives and reflecting a more diverse and dynamic New York City.
The new season debuts May 29th on Crave.
You'd like this if you enjoyed: Sex and the City, Girlfriends Guide to Divorce
Runtime: 12 episodes
Genre: Comedy
Mountainhead (Crave)
HBO is adding another sharp-edged gem to its roster with Mountainhead, a darkly comedic new film written and directed by Jesse Armstrong, the acclaimed creator of Succession. Known for his razor-sharp dissections of power and privilege, Armstrong brings his signature style to the big screen with this HBO original movie — marking his feature directorial debut.
Mountainhead follows a group of billionaire friends who retreat to an isolated luxury lodge high in the mountains, just as a global financial crisis threatens to topple the empires they’ve so carefully built. As the outside world crumbles, the insulated elite find themselves grappling with crumbling alliances, simmering resentments, and their own spiralling egos.
With an impressive cast including Steve Carell, Jason Schwartzman, Ramy Youssef, and Cory Michael Smith, Mountainhead is poised to be a must-watch for fans of sharp, satirical storytelling.
Available on: HBO / Crave
You'd like this if you enjoyed: Your Friends & Neighbors, Succession
Runtime: TBD
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Fountain of Youth (Apple TV+)
Adventure, mystery, and a dash of sibling rivalry collide in Fountain of Youth, the upcoming Apple TV+ original film directed by Guy Ritchie. Known for his stylish, fast-paced storytelling, Ritchie brings his distinctive flair to a fantastical, globe-trotting heist adventure that evokes the spirit of Indiana Jones and National Treasure.
Fountain of Youth stars John Krasinski and Natalie Portman as estranged siblings forced to work together to uncover the mythological source of immortality. With a stellar supporting cast and Guy Ritchie's signature direction, this film promises a mix of puzzles, peril, and personal growth.
The movie premieres May 23rd on Apple TV+.
You'd like this if you enjoyed: Uncharted, The Lost City
Runtime: 125 minutes
Genre: Adventure
Murderbot (Apple TV+)
Apple TV+ enters the world of brainy, existential sci-fi with Murderbot, based on the acclaimed book series The Murderbot Diaries by Martha Wells. The series introduces a security android with a hacked governor module and a simple wish: to be left alone to watch soap operas.
Starring Alexander Skarsgård and featuring a cast that includes David Dastmalchian and Noma Dumezweni, Murderbot blends satire, emotion, and speculative adventure as it explores corporate control, free will, and what it means to be human (or not).
The first two of ten episodes premiere May 16th on Apple TV+.
You'd like this if you enjoyed: Upload, Avenue 5
Runtime: 10 episodes
Genre: Science fiction