It may be a holiday weekend here in the U.S., but there are still a few new movies coming out this week. A whodunit about the death of a patriarch of an eccentric family, a documentary about the cult film Galaxy Quest, and a film about a couple’s first date that goes horribly awry are all out this week.
Knives Out (PG-13)
A detective investigates the death of a patriarch of an eccentric, combative family.
Directed by Rian Johnson
Starring: Daniel Craig, Chris Evans, Ana de Armas, Jamie Lee Curtis, Michael Shannon
Release date: November 27
Never Surrender: A Galaxy Quest Documentary
Filmmakers and stars discuss the filming and social effects of Galaxy Quest, a comedic take-off of Star Trek, with brilliant commentary not only on the Star Trek series but on the real-life actors themselves.
Directed by Jack Bennett
Staring: Tim Allen, Greg Berlanti, Elizabeth Cantillon, Enrico Colantoni, Mark Johnson
Release date: November 26
Queen & Slim (R)
A couple’s first date takes an unexpected turn when a police officer pulls them over.
Directed by Melina Matsoukas
Starring: Chloë Sevigny, Daniel Kaluuya, Jodie Turner-Smith, Indya Moore, Bokeem Woodbine
Release date: November 27