New Hollywood Films Releasing In Theaters This Week: The Family McMullen, Black Phone 2 and Good Fortune

Moviegoers have plenty to choose from this week! Five new films hit theaters, covering a wide range of genres – from heartwarming family stories and scary horror to funny comedies, thrilling heists, and dramatic historical tales. “The Family McMullen” starts things off on October 15th, and then on October 17th, look for “Black Phone 2,” “Good Fortune,” “The Mastermind,” and “Truth & Treason.” With such diverse options, there’s something for everyone. Here’s a closer look at each of these upcoming releases.

The Family McMullen

  • Cast: Connie Britton, Edward Burns, Michael McGlone, Tracee Ellis Ross, Halston Sage, Juliana Canfield, Pico Alexander, Brian d’Arcy James
  • Director: Edward Burns
  • Language: English
  • Genre: Comedy-Drama
  • Release date: October 15, 2025

As a lifestyle expert, I’m thrilled to share that the highly anticipated sequel to ‘The Brothers McMullen’ is finally here! It’s wonderful to see Edward Burns, Jennifer Britton, and Mike McGlone reprise their beloved roles, and the addition of Tracee Ellis Ross and Halston Sage is fantastic. The story beautifully captures where life takes us – we revisit Barry as he navigates the ups and downs of having grown children and changing relationships, while his siblings, Patrick and Molly, are dealing with their own personal journeys. It’s a really relatable look at how families evolve over time.

Black Phone 2

  • Cast: Mason Thames, Madeleine McGraw, Jeremy Davies, Ethan Hawke, Demián Bichir
  • Director: Scott Derrickson
  • Language: English
  • Genre: Supernatural Horror
  • Release date: October 17, 2025

Years after the terrifying events of The Black Phone, Finn (Mason Thames) is now a teenager still struggling with the trauma he experienced. When his sister, Gwen (Madeleine McGraw), starts receiving calls on the mysterious black phone, both siblings are pulled back into a dangerous and frightening situation, forcing them to face their past and unravel the secrets behind the haunting calls.

Good Fortune

  • Cast: Seth Rogen, Aziz Ansari, Keanu Reeves, Keke Palmer, Sandra Oh
  • Director: Aziz Ansari
  • Language: English
  • Genre: Supernatural Comedy
  • Release date: October 17, 2025

Good Fortune starts with a fun idea: an angel named Gabriel, played by Keanu Reeves, tries to help two friends, Arj and Jeff, by magically switching their bodies. He hopes this will teach them about appreciating what they have and understanding others. However, his plan goes wrong, leading to a lot of funny and unexpected moments as the two men learn about themselves. The movie mixes comedy with thoughtful themes, and Keanu Reeves is particularly good as the angel trying to guide them.

The Mastermind

  • Cast: Josh O’Connor, Alana Haim, Hope Davis, John Magaro, Gaby Hoffmann, Bill Camp
  • Director: Kelly Reichardt
  • Language: English
  • Genre: Heist / Crime Drama
  • Release date: October 17, 2025

As a lifestyle expert, I’m always fascinated by stories of hidden passions and unexpected lives, and the new film *The Mastermind* really delivers on that front. It’s loosely based on a real art heist from 1972, and it follows James Blaine Mooney, played brilliantly by Josh O’Connor. He seems like your average family man, but he’s actually a skilled art thief! The movie is a thrilling ride as he pulls off a daring robbery of two Arthur Dove paintings, all while trying to keep his home life from falling apart. It’s a really compelling watch because it makes you think about what people are willing to risk to achieve their secret dreams and how far they’ll go to get what they want.

Truth & Treason

  • Cast: Ewan Horrocks (Helmuth Hübener), Rupert Evans, Ferdinand McKay, Daf Thomas, Joanna Christie
  • Director: Matt Whitaker
  • Language: English
  • Genre: Historical Drama / War / Thriller
  • Release date: October 17, 2025 (limited)

Inspired by the real life of Helmuth Hübener, “Truth & Treason” tells the story of a sixteen-year-old German boy who stood up against Nazi lies. After seeing his Jewish friend arrested, he secretly listened to forbidden radio broadcasts and passed out leaflets in protest. As the Gestapo started hunting him down, he had to risk it all to fight for what he believed in.

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2025-10-13 11:22