Enola Holmes
Genre: Mystery
Streaming on: Netflix
Starring Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill, and Helena Bonham Carter, Enola Holmes is a must-watch for Sherlock Holmes enthusiasts. Here are four compelling reasons to dive into this film. Still need convincing?
Inspired by The Enola Holmes Mysteries and loosely based on Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes, the movie brings Sherlock’s younger sister, Enola, into the limelight. Teenaged Enola (Bobby Brown) challenges sexism and patriarchy, all while dealing with her brother Mycroft’s condescension.
When her mother Eudoria (Bonham Carter) mysteriously disappears, Enola must use her detective skills and street smarts to find her. With a rebellious spirit, she forms alliances and persuades her renowned brother Sherlock (Henry Cavill) for help. Experience drama, mystery, action, and romance set in the grandeur of Victorian-era England. Haven’t watched it yet? This weekend is the perfect chance to catch up.
For fans of: Sherlock Holmes, Henry Cavill, Arthur Conan Doyle.
By Rajagopalan Venkataraman
The Fall of the House of Usher
Genre: Gothic American Horror
Streaming on: Netflix
Prepare for a binge-worthy experience with this addictive series, inspired by Edgar Allan Poe’s tales. Created by Mike Flanagan, it chronicles the Usher family’s rise and fall through a Faustian pact. The story begins with Roderick and his twin, Madeline Usher, the CEO’s illegitimate offspring.
Featuring clever flashbacks and memorable dialogues, the eight-episode saga starts with the demise of Roderick’s children, exploring each Usher’s journey back to the twins’ fateful deal with a mysterious woman. The series critiques greed, privilege, capitalism, and karma, while its gripping soliloquies prompt introspection.
For fans of: Dialogue lovers, The Haunting of Hill House, The Haunting of Bly Manor
By Karishma Nandkeolyar
World War Z
Genre: Action / Thriller / Zombie Survival
Streaming on: Netflix
If you’re a fan of the zombie genre, World War Z (2013) starring Brad Pitt is a thrilling must-see. Pitt portrays a former UN investigator racing against time to halt a global zombie apocalypse. These zombies are fast, fierce, and terrifying. The film masterfully balances intense survival action with global stakes, creating an exhilarating blockbuster. A smart, suspenseful ride, it delivers massive-scale zombie chaos in under two hours—ideal for a Saturday night binge.
For fans of: The Last of Us, Train to Busan, apocalyptic thrillers
By Husain Rizvi
A Suitable Boy
Genre: Romance
Streaming on: Netflix (6 Episodes) | British TV Miniseries
Weekends are perfect for indulging in period dramas, and Mira Nair’s A Suitable Boy is a visual feast. Set in post-independence India, it follows the lively Lata, portrayed by Tanya Maniktala, as she navigates love, familial expectations, and self-discovery. With Ishaan Khatter’s intensity and Tabu’s magnetic presence, the series is enriched with poetry, politics, forbidden romances, and enchanting music—perfect for a slow, immersive viewing experience.
For fans of: Jane Austen, lyrical love stories
By Somya Mehta
