British viewers have hit the entertainment jackpot this month as Freely, the UK's newest free streaming platform, brings together an impressive collection of critically acclaimed films available across BBC iPlayer, ITVX, Channel 4 and other services.
Blockbuster Hits and Award Winners
From heartwarming dramas to pulse-pounding thrillers, the selection caters to every cinematic taste without costing a penny. The platform makes it easier than ever to enjoy a cosy evening at home with quality entertainment spanning multiple genres and decades.
A Man Called Otto arrives on Channel 4 featuring Tom Hanks in a moving performance as a widowed pensioner whose carefully structured life gets turned upside down when new neighbours move in next door. Adapted from Fredrik Backman's bestselling novel A Man Called Ove, the film also stars Mariana Treviño and features Tom Hanks' real-life son Truman portraying a younger version of Otto in flashback sequences.
Music lovers can enjoy the Oscar-winning spectacular Chicago on ITVX, which scooped six Academy Awards including Best Picture. Set in the roaring twenties, this dazzling musical features Renée Zellweger, Catherine Zeta-Jones and Richard Gere in a tale of fame, crime and courtroom drama that continues to captivate audiences.
Action and Adventure Selection
For those seeking adrenaline-fuelled entertainment, Atomic Blonde delivers stylish espionage action set against the backdrop of Berlin just before the Wall's collapse. Charlize Theron stars as an MI6 agent navigating a dangerous web of deception involving multiple intelligence agencies.
The Predator franchise gets a fresh take with Prey on Channel 4, set in the Northern Plains of 1719. This critically praised prequel focuses on a young Comanche warrior determined to protect her tribe from a technologically advanced hunter. The film has been widely celebrated for its authentic Native American representation.
Fans of high-stakes adventure can dive into The Da Vinci Code on ITVX, featuring Tom Hanks as symbologist Robert Langdon unraveling mysteries hidden within famous artworks. Based on Dan Brown's international bestseller, the film grossed over $750 million worldwide and spawned two sequels.
Timeless Classics and Cult Favourites
Nineties nostalgia gets a major boost with Clueless available on BBC iPlayer. Loosely based on Jane Austen's Emma, this cultural phenomenon starring Alicia Silverstone continues to influence fashion and teen comedies decades after its release, even inspiring a television series and stage musical.
Another enduring favourite, Ferris Bueller's Day Off streams on ITVX, showcasing Matthew Broderick as the ultimate truant teenager enjoying an unforgettable day in Chicago. Directed by John Hughes, the film has been preserved in the U.S. National Film Registry for its cultural significance.
Baz Luhrmann's vibrant Romeo + Juliet brings Shakespeare's tragic romance to a modern setting on BBC iPlayer, with Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes as the star-crossed lovers caught between warring families in contemporary Verona.
For those who prefer darker entertainment, the Australian psychological horror The Babadook on ITVX explores grief and motherhood through the story of a mother and son terrorised by a mysterious storybook creature, earning widespread critical acclaim upon its original release.
Completing the lineup, Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle delivers action-packed fun on ITVX with Cameron Diaz, Drew Barrymore and Lucy Liu returning as the crime-fighting trio facing their most dangerous mission yet.
With this diverse selection of films available at no cost, British streaming enthusiasts have plenty of options for entertainment throughout the coming weeks across multiple platforms.
