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“Fire Island” (R) – On a weeklong trip to Fire Island that’s become a tradition, Noah and Howie experience one of the most unexpected adventures of their lives. Fire Island, known for being a popular gay destination spot, usually feels like coming home for Noah and Howie, but when a group of wealthy, pretentious men begin taking over the island and switching up the dynamic, Noah and Howie’s sweet escape turns extremely sour. Only when the two pals learn to find acceptance and love in themselves will their vacation get back on track. “Saturday Night Live’s” Bowen Yang stars in this chaotic rom-com premiering June 3. (Hulu)
Jude Law in “Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore” (Warner Bros. Pictures photo)
“Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore” (PG-13) – Anyone fancying a trip to the Wizarding World? Then don’t miss out on the newest installment of “Fantastic Beasts,” on streaming now! Jude Law portrays a young Albus Dumbledore, who in 1932 begins recruiting folks to join the war against Gellert Grindelwald, a dark wizard attempting to assume control over the Wizarding World by becoming Supreme Mugwump. The magical-creature-whisperer Newt Scamander is, of course, one of the recruits, along with fan favorite No-Maj (Jacob Kowalski). Mads Mikkelsen gives his first performance as Grindelwald, replacing Johnny Depp, who starred as Grindelwald in the first two films. (HBO Max)
“Hollywood Stargirl” (PG) – The eccentric Stargirl Caraway was first introduced in the Disney+ original film “Stargirl,” depicting the story of how her music made a life-changing impact on a boy named Leo. In “Hollywood Stargirl,” her enchanting character returns as she and her mother take on a move to Los Angeles. Stargirl continues to follow her dream of becoming a musician, which brings her an opportunity to star in a movie produced by two young filmmakers. As she gets settled in LA, Stargirl simultaneously starts forming a bond with retired musician Roxanne Martel (Uma Thurman), who helps Stargirl refine her direction in life. In this chapter, it’s now Stargirl’s turn to make a defining change in her life. Premieres June 3. (Disney+)
“Interceptor” (NR) – Army Capt. JJ Collins (Elsa Pataky) decides it’s time for one last assignment. Aboard the remote Pacific Ocean interceptor platform protecting citizens from a nuclear missile attack, Capt. Collins comes face-to-face with a group of terrorists who seize the vessel and attempt to take control of the command center. With cities now in severe threat of a nuclear attack, Collins and her crew’s new mission is to hold onto the command center and fight the terrorists. Can she prevail? As the tough Army captain says herself, the terrorists planned to attack, but they sure didn’t plan to meet her. This action-packed nail-biter begins streaming June 3. (Netflix)
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