Nicki Minaj’s album “Pink Friday 2” will be released on her birthday. The rapper promises this will be the biggest gift for fans after 5 years of making

Discover the latest in entertainment with a mix of music, movies, TV shows, and video games to stream this week.

New Movies to Stream:

“Leave the World Behind” (Netflix): Julia Roberts stars in this psychological thriller directed by Sam Esmail, creator of “Mr. Robot.” The story revolves around an ad executive, her husband, and kids facing uncertainty during a cyberattack and blackout in a luxurious rental on Long Island. Available on Netflix from Friday, Dec. 8.

“Showing Up” (Paramount+): Directed by indie auteur Kelly Reichardt, this film reunites Michelle Williams and Hong Chau in a story about a ceramic artist in Portland, Oregon, exploring the challenges of crafting handmade art. Streaming on Paramount+ from Thursday.

“Great Photo, Lovely Life” (MAX): Photojournalist Amanda Mustard investigates her own family’s history of sexual abuses committed by her grandfather in this documentary. A deeply personal journey streaming on MAX from Tuesday.

New Music to Stream:

Nicki Minaj’s “Pink Friday 2” Album: Celebrate Nicki Minaj’s birthday on Friday, Dec. 8, with the release of her highly anticipated album, “Pink Friday 2.” The rapper promises this to be the biggest gift to

 

humanity, five years in the making.

Blue Öyster Cult’s “50th Anniversary Live – First Night” Album: Commemorating their 50th anniversary, Blue Öyster Cult releases a live album featuring three sold-out shows played in September 2022 in New York City. Dive into classic rock nostalgia.

 

Neil Young’s “Before and After” Album: Neil Young revisits his extensive catalog with solo acoustic re-recordings in “Before and After.” The album offers fresh takes on iconic songs, including a previously unreleased track, “If You Got Love.”

New Series to Stream:

“My Life with the Walter Boys” (Netflix): A teen romance series adapted from a novel originally published on Wattpad. Jackie, a recently orphaned teen, moves to Colorado to live with her mother’s best friend and her 10 sons, navigating new family dynamics and budding feelings. All 10 episodes drop on Thursday.

“Mr. Monk’s Last Case: A Monk Movie” (Peacock): Tony Shalhoub revives his Emmy Award-winning character, Adrian Monk, in this Peacock original movie. Join Monk on his final case, solving mysteries with his unique charm. Premieres on Friday, Dec. 8.

New Video Games to Play:

“Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora” (PlayStation 5, Xbox X/S, PC): Immerse yourself in James Cameron’s universe with Ubisoft’s “Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora.” Play as a Na’vi warrior seeking revenge against the Resources Development Administration. Explore unseen regions of Pandora and wield both Na’vi and human weapons. Available on Thursday.
Get ready to dive into a week filled with exciting entertainment across various platforms.