Welcome to SheWatches for January 2025, where we’re kicking off the year with a bang! This month promises an exciting lineup of TV series and movies, packed with thrills, chills, laughs, and incredible adaptations of beloved books and memoirs. Whether you’re in the mood for a heart-pounding mystery, a laugh-out-loud comedy, or a deep dive into a true-life story, there’s something for everyone. So grab your remote, make a cozy spot on the couch, and start the year strong—after all, you’ve got a whole year to crush those reading goals!

Movies

Back in Action

After nearly a decade away from the spotlight, Cameron Diaz makes her thrilling return to acting in this action-packed adventure alongside Jamie Foxx. Years after leaving their lives as CIA spies to raise a family, Emily (Diaz) and Matt (Foxx) are pulled back into the high-stakes world of espionage when their cover is blown. We can’t wait to see Diaz back in action, bringing all her feminine badassery to the screen once again!

You’re Cordially Invited

Two weddings. One venue. Total chaos. When an accidental double-booking turns two special days into one wild showdown, Reese Witherspoon and Will Ferrell hilariously clash as family members determined to make their celebrations shine. Get ready for non-stop laughs when You’re Cordially Invited hits Prime Video on January 30!

Wolf Man

From the visionary mind of Leigh Whannell and Blumhouse, Wolf Man reimagines the werewolf legend with a terrifying modern twist. Christopher Abbott stars as a husband and father whose return to his remote childhood home unleashes a nightmare, forcing his family to confront a deadly predator outside—and a monstrous transformation within. With a stellar cast including Julia Garner (the Ruth from Ozark) and gripping direction by Whannell, this lupine horror promises to be a chilling addition to the werewolf canon, and let’s face it, we’re always ready for a good werewolf story.

Unstoppable

Unstoppable, based on the memoir by Anthony Robles, arrives on Prime Video January 16. This inspiring true story follows Anthony (Jharrel Jerome), born with one leg, as he defies the odds to chase his dream of becoming an NCAA Wrestling Champion. With the unwavering love of his devoted mother, Judy (Jennifer Lopez), and the guidance of his coaches, Anthony battles through immense physical and mental challenges, proving that determination and resilience can overcome any obstacle.

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Companion

A psychological thriller from the creators of Barbarian and New Line Cinema—the studio behind The Notebook—premieres on January 31, 2025, promising a new kind of love story. The film follows Iris and her friends as a billionaire’s death sets off a series of disturbing events during their weekend at his lakeside estate. Starring Sophie Thatcher, Jack Quaid, Lukas Gage, and Rupert Friend, Companion is truly a gripping, twisted love story full of suspense.

TV

Missing You

We can never get enough of Harlan Coben adaptations, and Missing You is the latest to join Netflix’s lineup on January 1, 2025! This gripping series follows Detective Kat Donovan (Rosalind Eleazar) as she discovers her long-lost fiancé on a dating app—over a decade after he vanished. With an incredible cast and Coben himself as executive producer, it’s sure to deliver the suspense and twists we love.

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Lockerbie: A Search for Truth

Lockerbie: A Search For Truth, starring Colin Firth and directed by Jim Sheridan, begins streaming January 2 on Peacock. This powerful miniseries follows Dr. Jim Swire’s relentless pursuit of justice after the 1988 Pan Am Flight 103 bombing over Lockerbie claimed the lives of 259 passengers, including his beloved daughter. Inspired by real events, it’s an intimate and gripping story of loss, resilience, and a father’s unwavering fight for the truth.

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Watson

WATSON, starring Morris Chestnut, premieres after the AFC Championship Game on Sunday, January 26, 2025, on CBS and Paramount+. Set six months after Sherlock Holmes’ death, Dr. John Watson resumes his medical career while navigating the return of Moriarty and unraveling medical mysteries with a twist of classic detective intrigue.

American Primeval

A thrilling new limited series from director Peter Berg, starring Taylor Kitsch and Betty Gilpin in a fight for survival. Premiering on Netflix January 9, the show follows the gritty exploration of the birth of the American West, where cults, religion, and violent clashes shape the fight for control of the new world. Every decision could mean life or death in this intense, adventurous drama.