Planning to kill time this weekend by watching movies? You can choose from a wide array of newly released flicks, which you can enjoy either by going to a theater near you or streaming from the comfort of your home.

The following are some titles you might want to add to your to-watch list.

Candyman

If you're into horror and thriller flicks, then "Candyman" is a perfect pick for you. Nia DaCosta's directorial venture, which hit theaters Friday, revolves around a man who unintentionally unlocks the door to his past that invites terrifying violence. Its cast members include Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Tony Todd and Teyonah Parris.

Together

Stephen Daldry's directorial project, "Together," arrived in theaters Friday. The flick, which stars James McAvoy and Sharon Horgan, tells the story of a couple that tries to work on their relationship amid the lockdown. If you're waiting for a film that explores the complexity of romantic relationships during the COVID-19 pandemic, then you should definitely check out this one.

No Man of God

"No Man of God" is a crime drama that revolves around a serial killer and how he develops his relationship with an FBI agent. The movie, which is helmed by Amber Sealey and features Elijah Wood, Luke Kirby and Aleksa Palladino in the key roles, had its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival on June 11. It dropped on Apple TV+ Friday.

Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal & Greed

Directed by Joshua Rofé, "Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal & Greed" is a documentary about television host Bob Ross, who became popular for creating fascinating paintings on the PBS network from 1983 to 1994. If you're curious about how the famous personality fought to maintain his business empire, then you should watch this maddening documentary on Netflix, where it was released Wednesday.

American Sausage Standoff

Are you fond of social satire? Go ahead and watch "American Sausage Standoff." It is a dark comedy that follows the rivalry between two restaurant owners. First released in Germany last year, the movie premiered in U.S. theaters and on Apple TV+ Friday. Directed by Ulrich Thomsen, it stars Antony Starr, Ewen Bremner, W. Earl Brown and Joshua Harto in the key roles.

If you missed out on last week's list of new movie releases, you can see it here.

With many cinemas still closed and studios wary of releasing movies with social distancing in force, streaming giants have virtually had the film-going public to themselves
With many cinemas still closed and studios wary of releasing movies with social distancing in force, streaming giants have virtually had the film-going public to themselves AFP / Olivier DOULIERY
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