What to watch: 7 movies and shows to stream this week - Dec 13

There’s a lot of stuff to stream nowadays. In hopes of helping you watch more good movies and TV, we compile some of the most exciting titles streaming across all platforms in our weekly column, What To Watch.

One Hundred Years of Solitude (Netflix)

"One Hundred Years of Solitude" is one of the most awaited and exciting adaptations in recent memory. The series, based on the beloved Gabriel Garcia Marquez novel, follows the Buendia family in the fictional town of Macondo as they face family squabbles, revolutions, wars, and societal developments.

Carry-On (Netflix)

"Carry-On" stars Taron Egerton and Sofia Carson, following a TSA agent pitted against a traveler who manipulates him into smuggling a dangerous package into a Christmas Eve flight. Be sure to check out our exclusive cover story with Carson! 

Black Doves (Netflix)

Starring Kiera Knightley and Ben Whishaw, "Black Doves" follows two old spy friends who reunite after one of them is at risk of their cover being blown. 

Maria (Netflix)

"Maria" stars Angelina Jolie as opera singer Maria Callas, representing her comeback in dramatic films. Directed by Pablo Larrain, who previously directed the semi-autobiographical films "Spencer" and "Jackie," "Maria" follows the final days of the singer's life.

Paris & Nicole: The Encore (Peacock)

To commemorate 20 years of "The Simple Life," Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie reunited for a three-part special now streaming in Peacock. This version follows the women in Los Angeles, as they take on different jobs and tasks reminiscent of their original series.

Elton John: Never Too Late (Disney+)

Elton John's new documentary is now streaming on Disney+, following John as he readies for his final performance at the LA Dodgers stadium, the home of his beloved and iconic 1975 performance. 

Step Up (Hulu)

Lastly, if you're looking for something fun and lowkey that reminds you of the comfort of the early aughts, "Step Up" is now streaming on Hulu. The film launched Channing Tatum's career and served as the meeting point between him and Jenna Dewan, with the two falling in love and remaining together for over a decade.