Prepare Your Summer Accordingly: Here Are All the New Netflix Original Movies For June
It's always exciting when Netflix announces its original movies, especially when the streaming service has proven it can handle pretty much any genre. And if you thought you'd already seen everything, just wait until you see its June releases. Want a thriller featuring Liam Neeson trying to be a hero? Netflix has got you covered with The Ice Road. Wondering what history would be like if Paul Revere were more like RoboCop? Boom, America: The Motion Picture. As can be expected, there are a few titles on this list that are bound to make you cry. I don't know about you, but the idea of Kevin Hart as a widower raising the adorable Melody Hurd already has me tearing up. Ahead are all the movies you can look forward to in June, so start preparing your watch parties accordingly.
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Carnaval
Influencer Nina breaks up with her boyfriend after discovering he's been cheating on her thanks to a viral video. To make the best of a sh*tty situation and get over her broken heart, she invites her three best friends on a free trip to Carnival. This Brazilian film examines what happens when you realize there's more to life than social media and making others jealous.
When it's available: June 2
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Dancing Queens
A small-town Swedish girl has aspirations of making it big in the dance world. While looking for a way to make money, she ends up getting a job as a cleaner at a struggling drag club. She soon catches the eye of the drag show's choreographer, however, she isn't sure she should be a part of the show since she's a woman.
When it's available: June 3
Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Eternal The Movie: Part 1/Part 2
Unlike the original Sailor Moon anime, which adapted the manga's dream arc into a 39-episode season called Pretty Soldier Sailor Moon SuperS, Sailor Moon Crystal is adapting it in a two-part movie. Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Eternal The Movie is a continuation of the Sailor Moon Crystal anime series that sees the introduction of Pegasus as he flees from the Amazon trio and the arrival of the Amazoness Quartet along with the depraved leader of the Dead Moon Circus, Queen Nehelenia.
When it's available: June 3
Trippin’ With The Kandasamys
The Kandasamys are back again! The third film in this popular South African franchise sees newlyweds Prishen and Jodi join their in-laws on a chaotic road trip in honor of Shanti and Preggie's 50th wedding anniversary. Things don't exactly go to plan thanks to an unexpected guest. Can Shanti and best friend Jennifer get things back on track with Preggie and Elvis? Or are will they be forced to face that their marriages are stale?
When it's available: June 4
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Xtreme
Two years after the murder of his son and father, a retired hitman teams up with his sister to enact revenge on the culprit. In a cruel twist of fate, the murderer is none other than his stepbrother which begs the question, how far is someone willing to go for justice?
When it's available: June 4
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Awake
Starring Gina Rodriguez, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Finn Jones, Shamier Anderson, and Ariana Greenblatt, Awake sees what happens when people lose the ability to sleep. As chaos begins to erupt, Rodriguez's character realizes her daughter may hold the key to survival and a potential cure.
When it's available: June 9
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Tragic Jungle
Set to marry a white British landowner she does not love, Agnes will stop at nothing to escape a miserable future. Set in the 1920s, the Spanish-language film follows Agnes's perilous journey into the Mayan rainforest, which seemingly takes on a life of its own in the process.
When it's available: June 9
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Wish Dragon
Based on an original story by Chris Appelhans, Wish Dragon sees a college student named Din team up with a wish-granting dragon named Long in order to find Din's childhood best friend. It features the voice talents of John Cho, Natasha Liu Bordizzo, Jimmy Wong, Constance Wu, Jimmy O. Yang, Bobby Lee, and Ronnie Chieng.
When it's available: June 11
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Skater Girl
Originally titled Desert Dolphin, this Indian film follows teenager Prerna as she discovers her love of skateboarding. She eventually sets her sights on competing in a national championship but has to overcome several obstacles to accomplish her dreams.
When it's available: June 11
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Silver Skates
Inspired by Romeo and Juliet and based on the novel Hans Brinker, or The Silver Skates, this Russian film sees the courier Matvey fall in love with the aristocratic Alisa during the winter of 1899. However, things become complicated when Matvey learns that he isn't the only one after Alisa's heart and that his competition, the dashing Captain Prince Arkadiy Trubetskoy, won't back down easily.
When it's available: June 16
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Fatherhood
Based on the book Two Kisses for Maddy: A Memoir of Loss & Love by Matthew Logelin, Fatherhood follows a single dad raising his daughter after the unexpected loss of his wife. The film features Kevin Hart, Alfre Woodard, Lil Rel Howery, DeWanda Wise, Anthony Carrigan, Melody Hurd, and Paul Reiser.
When it's available: June 18
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Good on Paper
Starring and written by Iliza Shlesinger, Good on Paper is what happens when comedian Andrea Singer meets a guy who might just be the love of her life. On the suggestion of her best friend Margot, Andrea goes off in search of who Dennis really is. Ryan Hansen, Margaret Cho, and Rebecca Rittenhouse also star.
When it's available: June 23
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The Ice Road
Liam Neeson stars as an ice-road trucker who is tasked with saving the lives of miners trapped in a collapsed diamond mine. Things don't look good as it's only a matter of time before the frozen ocean that stands between them and salvation begins to thaw.
When it's available: June 25
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America: The Motion Picture
The American Revolution like you've never seen it before. George Washington assembles an Avengers-like team featuring Sam Adams, Thomas Edison, Paul Revere, and Geronimo to defeat Benedict Arnold. Oh, and the ghost of Abraham Lincoln is also involved. It's going to be a wild ride since the voice cast includes Channing Tatum, Jason Mantzoukas, Olivia Munn, Bobby Moynihan, Judy Greer, Will Forte, Raoul Max Trujillo, Killer Mike, Simon Pegg, and Andy Samberg.
When it's available: June 30