The It List is Yahoo ‘s weekly look at the best in pop culture, includingmovies, music, TV, streaming, games, books, podcasts and more. Here are ourpicks for Nov. 28-Dec. 4, including the best deals we could find for each.(Yahoo Entertainment may receive a share from purchases made via links on thispage.)
WATCH IT: Recount the making of a holiday favorite with The Laughter &Secrets of Love Actually: 20 Years Later
It’s been two decades since Hugh Grant danced at 10 Downing Street, AndrewLincoln held up those cue cards and Emma Thompson teared up to her favourite,Joni Mitchell. ABC News and anchor Diane Sawyer are marking two decades sincethose scenes and others from the beloved romantic comedy were filmed — themovie wasn’t actually released until Nov. 2003 — with this one-hour special.Both Grant and Thompson, as well as Bill Nighy (pop star Billy Mack), LauraLinney (the forlorn Sarah), Thomas Brodie-Sangster (young Sam), Olivia Olson(the object of Sam’s affection, Joanna), are among those interviewed aboutwhat went on behind-the-scenes and how the movie became a holiday staple.Writer and director Richard Curtis is there, too. It shows that, as Thompson’scharacter Karen says in one scene, “True love lasts a lifetime.” —RaechalShewfelt
The Laughter & Secrets of Love Actually: 20 Years Later – A Diane SawyerSpecial airs Tuesday, Nov. 29 at 8 pm on ABC.
STREAM IT: Casey Anthony tells her side of the story Where the TruthLies
It’s been 11 years since Casey Anthony was found not guilty for murdering hertwo-year-old daughter, Caylee — and now she’s finally speaking out about the2011 murder trial that gripped the nation. The now 36-year-old shares her sideof the story in Peacock’s new three-part docuseries Casey Anthony: Where TheTruth Lies , which follows Anthony’s account of the “infamous investigation,trial and aftermath, speaking to the speculation surrounding her actions atthe time, her demeanor in the courtroom and her time spent in prison.” Perhapsone of the most fascinating moments featured in the trailer is an emotionalAnthony stating, “I lied.. but no one asked, ‘Why?'”
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Casey Anthony: Where the Truth Lies premieres Tuesday, Nov. 29 onpeacock .
WATCH IT: Tilda Swinton sees double in eerie Gothic ghost story TheEternal Daughter
The Overlook isn’t the only haunted hotel worth visiting this winter. Englishauthor Joanna Hogg’s latest feature unfolds in and around the fog-enshroudedgrounds of a remote countryside lodge where the only guests are Tilda Swinton…and Tilda Swinton? The Three Thousand Years of Longing star plays bothmother and daughter in Hogg’s beautifully-constructed ghost story, where thephantoms of the past lurk in the corners of every frame. Artist and filmmakerJulie hopes to work through a creative block by bringing her mom, Rosalind, tothe manor-turned-hotel, which used to be the older woman’s home. But try asthey might, the two can’t seem to find common ground. Meanwhile, Julie isincreasingly unnerved by the hotel’s isolated setting and dark, emptyhallways. Caveat emptor : Don’t go into The Eternal Daughter expecting_Barbara_ style jump scares. Instead, Hogg creates an atmosphere wherememories and regrets are the things that take on spectral form. This exclusiveclip from the film offers a look at Swinton’s surroundings, and her impressivedouble performance. — Ethan Alter
The Eternal Daughter premieres Friday, Dec. 2 in theatres.
WATCH IT: ** Squid game star Lee Jung-jae is on the ** Huntin a new South Korean thriller
From Squid game to spy games, it’s been quite a year for Lee Jung-jae. InSeptember, the South Korean star became the first Asian performer to take homethe Emmy for Outstanding Actor in a Drama for his lead role in the Netflixstreaming sensation. And now, he’s saving South Korea’s president fromassassination in the pulse-pounding thriller Hunt , which he also directed.Lee plays a high-ranking intelligence officer who learns that a North Koreanmole is hiding out in the agency, looking to set his murderous plot in motion.But as with most spy vs. spy thrillers, there’s more to this story than meetsthe eye. This exclusive clip from the film finds Lee springing into action fora high-octane gun battle in a crowded theater. — EA
Hunt premieres Friday, Dec. 2 in theaters and on most VOD services.
WATCH IT: ** The Masked Singer crowns its new reigning queen**
Following Thanksgiving’s Season 8 semifinals, The Masked Singer continues toprovide the escapist, absurdist entertainment we all need this time of year.And now it all comes down to Wednesday’s bonkers showdown between the two lastmasks standing: the Harp (who – spoiler alert! — is probably Amber Riley)and the Lambs (who are probably Wilson Phillips). So, can the Lambs hold onfor just one more day and win that Golden Mask trophy? Will the Harp be themost gleeful in the end? And are our guesses equally correct? Tune in and findout. — Lyndsey Parker
The Masked Singer Season 8 finals airs Wednesday, Nov. 30 at 8 pm onFox.
After conquering the screen with Get Out , us and Nope Jordan Peele> brings his unique brand of horror to the audio sphere with Quiet Part> Loud. The 12-episode podcast focuses on a conspiracy-mongering, right-wing> radio host (masterfully played by Tracy Letts) who loses everything when he> pushes one incendiary 9/11 fake news story too far. Years later, his life in> tatters, an alluring femme fatale (Christina Hendricks) offers to give it> all back — at a terrible cost. Executive produced by Peele, the pod offers> chilling commentary on racism and the media in American culture, all wrapped> in a gripping immersive horror mystery worth bingeing during long drives> this holiday season. — Marcus Ericco
Quiet Part Loud is now available exclusively on Spotify .
WATCH IT: ** Reservoir Dogs is an even bloodier good time on 4KUltra HD**
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Quentin Tarantino recently declared 2019’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood thebest movie he’s ever made, but as any movie buff knows QT has beenconsistently cranking out can’t-miss cinematic gems for three decades now. Itwas 30 years ago last month that the unforgettably hip and bloody crimethriller Reservoir Dogs opened in theaters, and to celebrate Lionsgate hasdropped the film on 4K Ultra HD for the very first time. Bonus featuresinclude deleted scenes, featurettes and perhaps some regenerated trauma fromthat ear scene. — Kevin Polwy
Reservoir Dogs is now available on 4K Ultra HD on Amazon.com.
WATCH IT: Michael & Jessica are George & Tammy
Longtime friends Michael Shannon and Jessica Chastain portray George Jones andTammy Wynette, aka “Mr. and Mrs. Country Music,” in the eagerly awaited six-part Showtime series George & Tammy. Both Shannon, who is a member of theindie band Corporal, and Chastain do their own singing, bringing the chemistryand chaos of the seven-year marriage of one of country music’s most legendarypower couples to vivid life onscreen. — LP
George & Tammy premieres Sunday, Dec. 6 at 9 pm on Showtime.
WATCH IT: ** Don ‘t Worry Darling is well worth checking outbeyond all the drama**
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Olivia Wilde, Harry Styles and Florence Pugh released a thriller calledtogether Don ‘t Worry Darling in September. Maybe you heard about it?Unfortunately the tabloid noise far overshadowed the fact that Wilde (Booksmart ) directed her second really strong film, a provocative paranoiathriller that’s like The Stepford Wives for more enlightened times. The filmlands on 4K and Blu-ray this week, with extras including a making-offeaturette and a deleted scene. Sadly, though, no documentary of the film’swild press tour. — KP
Don ‘t Worry Darling releases on 4K, Blu-ray and DVD Tuesday, Nov. 29on Amazon.com .
WATCH IT: Warm your heart with Dolly Parton ‘s Mountain Magic Christmas
The iconic star’s latest project is a two-hour movie musical set behind thescenes of a live network TV special that Parton is filming. The idea is thatshe wants to share the spirit of Dollywood at Christmas, but it’s not going sosmoothly. After the “Hard Candy Christmas” singer is visited by her own ThreeWise Mountain Men, she “goes rogue” to share the true meaning of Christmaswith the world. But does it even matter what it’s about? It’s Dolly! Look outfor Miley Cyrus, Jimmy Fallon, Willie Nelson, Billy Ray Cyrus, Jimmie Allen,Zach Williams, plus cast members Tom Everett Scott, Angel Parker, Ana Gasteyerand many others. — RS
Dolly Parton ‘s Mountain Magic Christmas airs Thursday, Dec. 1 at 8p.m. on NBC.
HEAR IT: Rediscover lost Beach Boys in the ** Sail On Sailor boxset**
Their “Good Vibrations”/ Pet Sounds glory days in the rear view, the Beach> Boys of the early 1970s were at a commercial and creative crossroads.> Available in multiple configurations, including a six-disc or 5-LP set, the> collection explores the under-appreciated but fertile period during the> sessions for Carl and the Passions—“So Tough” and Holland , unearthing> dozens of rarities, alternate cuts, outtakes, promo tracks and even their> full Thanksgiving 1972 Carnegie Hall concert. In all 80 of the 105 tracks in> the deluxe box have never been released, perhaps none more anticipated by> fans than Dennis Wilson’s legendary, oft-bootlegged Vietnam protest song> “Carry Me Home,” which ranks among the band’s finest recordings. — ME
Sail On Sailor — 1972 is available Friday, Dec. 2 fromAmazon.com and other music sellers.
WATCH IT: Christmas at Rockefeller Center marks a holiday tradition
It’s time! NBC airs its annual special, featuring the Radio City Rockettes andthe lighting of the tree at New York City’s Rockefeller Center, just as we eatthat last helping of Thanksgiving leftovers. This year is the 90th time thefamous Christmas tree will be lit, and it promises to be, well, you know. Thetree itself is 82 feet tall, 50 feet wide and weighs about 14 tons. It’ll bedecorated with 50,000 multi-colored LED lights and a star made of threemillion crystals. Celebrities will provide even more star power. Blake Sheltonand Gwen Stefani will perform their song, “You Make It Feel Like Christmas,”while the Muppets, Alicia Keys, Amy Poehler, Maya Rudolph, Mickey Guyton andothers will take the stage, too. The extravaganza is hosted by SavannahGuthrie, Hoda Kotb and Craig Melvin, from Today and Access Hollywood ‘sMario Lopez. — RS
Christmas at Rockefeller Center airs Wednesday, Nov. 30 at 8 pm onNBC.
PLAY IT: Experience Marvel-ous supernatural action in ** Marvel ‘sMidnight Suns **
It’ll be a minute before we see Wolverine and Blade teaming up in the Marvel> Cinematic Universe. But the Canadian mutant and the fanged Daywalker are> both playable characters in Marvel ‘s Midnight Suns, a tactical RPG> launching on the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. Players take on the role of the> monster-slaying Hunter, who assembles a team of heroes and anti-heroes to> challenge the Mother of Demons, whose allies include Venom and other Marvel> monstrosities. Nuff said. — EA
Marvel ‘s Midnight Suns is available Friday, Dec. 2 on most majorconsoles, including PS5 and Xbox Series X/S and PC.