This week, Hollywood fans have two major releases to look forward to in theaters across the United States. Brendan Fraser returns with a heartfelt comedy-drama, Rental Family, while the highly anticipated musical sequel Wicked: For Good brings an epic conclusion to Broadway’s iconic story. Both films are scheduled to release on 21 November 2025.
rental family
- Mould: Brendan Fraser, Takehiro Hira, Mari Yamamoto, Akira Emoto
- Director: Hikari
- Language: English/Japanese
- Style: comedy drama
- Release date: 21 November 2025
Rental Family tells the story of a struggling American actor in Tokyo who finds new purpose by working for a unique Japanese agency that provides temporary family members to those in need. Brendan Fraser leads the cast, delivering a performance that blends comedy and emotional depth. He also stars Takehiro Hira, Mari Yamamoto and Akira Emoto in important roles.
The film explores themes of loneliness, identity, and the subtleties of inter-cultural immersion. Hikari’s direction highlights the quiet beauty of human connection while blurring the lines between performance and reality. Fraser fans and those who enjoy heartfelt comedy-drama films will find Rental Family charming and relatable.
Wicked: for good
- Mould: Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande
- Director: John M. Chu
- Language: English
- Style: musical/fantasy
- Release date: 21 November 2025
Wicked: For Good marks the cinematic conclusion to the two-part adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical. Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande reprise their roles as Elphaba and Glinda, exploring their complex friendship as they embrace their divergent destinies in the magical land of Oz.
The film brings back the epic songs and spectacular visuals from the stage production, giving audiences a chance to experience the magic of the musical on the big screen. Fans can also enjoy the soundtrack, which has been released alongside the theatrical debut. Wicked: For Good is designed to appeal to both longtime fans of the Broadway musical and new audiences, providing a satisfying and emotional finale to the story of two iconic witches.
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