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Best new shows & films streaming this week on Netflix, Max, Prime Video, ABC, SBS and more …
Discover the best new films and shows streaming this week, from 11 to 17 August 2025, on the major streaming…

The Productivity Commission just advocated for theft – I’m f**king livid
The arts sector is united in rage at the Productivity Commission's new 'Harnessing Data' report.

The Family Next Door review: Sally Hepworth novel makes for great TV
Each episode of The Family Next Door focuses on a different resident, while the deeper mystery develops.

The Naked Gun review: Neeson is no Nielsen – thank goodness
Liam Neeson and Akiva Schaffer revive The Naked Gun with fresh laughs and biting satire.

10 great films streaming this week (that you can watch right now)
Discover 10 great films streaming this week (4-10 August), and find your next must-watch.

The Room's Greg Sestero: 5 questions with the author of The Disaster Artist
Greg Sestero discusses The Room's cult appeal, its Australian fans, and teases new projects.

The Naked Gun, and 6 other films that were once TV shows (that we forgot about)
Discover famous movies like The Naked Gun and Mission: Impossible that started as TV shows.

Kangaroo Island film review: when all roads hop to home
Kangaroo Island, by Sally Gifford and Timothy David, is an Australian family drama with more beef than a cattle station.

The War of the Worlds: 10 ill-fated films that got a big old zero on Rotten Tomatoes
These are the 10 worst-rated films on Rotten Tomatoes, including the new War of the Worlds.

Screen NSW’s Short to Feature Fast Track returns in 2025 with $75K for emerging filmmakers
Screen NSW's Short to Feature Fast Track has $75k and mentorships for emerging filmmakers.