Now Streaming: American Hustle, Inside Llewyn Davis, and More
This week in streaming video, our list is headlined by a couple of Oscar nominees, followed by a highly anticipated Will Ferrel comedy sequel, a biopic featuring an acclaimed performance by Idris Elba, and a little something for fans of the Avengers. Netflix and Amazon Prime also offer a few nice choices, including a sleeper indie hit and the film that Philip Seymour Hoffman won a Best Actor Oscar for. Read on for details:
American Hustle
Bradley Cooper stars as Richie, an FBI agent who busts Irving (Christian Bale) and Sydney (Amy Adams) for low-level grifting and subsequently enlists them, along with Irving’s unpredictable wife Rosalyn (Jennifer Lawrence), for a sting operation designed to ensnare corrupt New Jersey politicians.
Inside Llewyn Davis
Haunted by the death of his singing partner, Llewyn Davis (Oscar Isaac) is in the midst of a personal and professional slump; he has little money, no permanent address, a shortage of gigs, and a knack for snatching defeat from the jaws of victory.
Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues
It’s the 1980s, and Ron Burgundy (Will Ferrell) and his old Channel 4 pals have been hired by a new 24-hour news network. Eschewing hard news, they focus on the sensational and the absurd — and garner big ratings in the process.
Avengers Confidential: Black Widow & Punisher
For those who can’t get enough of the Avengers, here’s an animated feature starring Black Widow, Punisher, and a few of the bigger-name Marvel heroes.
The Station Agent
Peter Dinklage, Patricia Clarkson, and Bobby Cannavale star in this indie hit about a trio of loners who form an unlikely friendship.
Available now on: Netflix
Dirty Pretty Things
Stephen Frears directs, and Chiwetel Ejiofor and Audrey Tautou star, in this drama about illegal immigrants living in London who get caught up in some shady business.
Available now on: Netflix
Capote
Philip Seymour Hoffman won an Oscar for his portrayal of the eponymous author and the creation of his masterpiece, the new journalism classic In Cold Blood.
Available now on: Amazon Prime
