This week on streaming video, we’ve got a Muppet sequel, a surprise hit comedy, and Disneynature’s latest, as well as a dark comedy and a period drama. New titles available to stream on Netflix include Lars von Trier’s controversial two-part drama about a sex addict and two very different TV series: a scientific journey hosted by Neil deGrasse Tyson and a miniseries spoof starring a wealth of comedic talent. Read on for details:
Hot off their successful reunion show, the Muppets decide to take their act on the road, but things quickly go amiss when they sign up with a fast-talking booking agent (Ricky Gervais) who’s in league with a wanted criminal mastermind — and who looks exactly like Kermit the Frog.
Available now on: iTunes
Mac (Seth Rogan) and Kelly (Rose Byrne) are a married couple with an infant child who think they’ve found the perfect home — that is, until a fraternity moves next door. Soon, our heroes are locked in battle with Teddy (Zac Efron), the frat’s president; hilarity ensues.
Available now on: iTunes
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Lars von Trier’s two-part drama stars Charlotte Gainsbourg as a sex-obsessed woman who tells her life story to a stranger.
Celebrity astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson explains the mysteries of the universe.
Available now on: Netflix
Will Ferrell, Kristen Wiig, Tobey Maguire, Tim Robbins, Jessica Alba, Haley Joel Osment, and Carey Mulligan’s voice are all on hand in this epic spoof of old-school miniseries conventions.
Available now on: Netflix
