While spring is in full bloom in other parts of the world, here in the Philippines, we've sprung into a fresh season of must-watch movies and shows. From spy thrillers to post-apocalyptic drama, April's lineup is packed with stories worth streaming (or heading to the cinema for).
From returning hit shows to crowd-pleasing movies, here are our top Screen Picks for April.
1. Black Bag
The latest film from prolific director Steven Soderbergh (Erin Brockovich, Contagion) stars Michael Fassbender as a British spy investigating a leak involving a top-secret software program. The twist? One of the suspects is his wife, played by Oscar-winner Cate Blanchett. With a stellar 96% score on Rotten Tomatoes, Black Bag is finally making its way to Philippine cinemas.
In cinemas April 2.
2. Gulay Lang, Manong!
Fresh off winning the Audience Choice Award at the 2024 Cinemalaya Film Festival, this drama-comedy follows a struggling farmer (Cedrick Juan) who teams up with local police to save his grandson caught up in the cannabis trade. But the deeper they dig, the more tangled the truth becomes.
In cinemas April 2.
3. Black Mirror (Season 7)
The acclaimed sci-fi anthology returns with new stories that explore the world’s overdependence on technology. This season features stars like Paul Giamatti, Rashida Jones, Emma Corrin, and Issa Rae. A special treat for longtime fans: one episode serves as a direct sequel to Season 4's fan-favorite, “USS Callister.”
Streaming on Netflix April 10.
4. Hacks (Season 4)
The Emmy-winning comedy is back! Jean Smart returns as the iconic stand-up Deborah Vance, now leading her own late-night talk show. Meanwhile, her Gen Z writer Ava (Hannah Einbinder) is back in the fold—though their relationship is more complicated than ever. Expect biting humor, sharp writing, and a whole lot of awkward tension.
Streaming on Max April 11.
5. The Last of Us (Season 2)
The highly-anticipated second season of this award-winning post-apocalyptic drama series will surely get people talking. Based on the video game The Last of Us Part II, the show’s second season picks up with Joel and Ellie still navigating their brutal post-apocalyptic world. This season, we’re introduced to Abby, a soldier with a haunted past, adding even more emotional weight and action to an already gripping story.
Airing on HBO and streaming on Max April 14.
No pranks here—just a solid lineup of zombies, spies, stand-up comics, and futuristic tech to keep your screens busy all month long.