Netflix is a ways away from Oscar season at the moment, and that means they’ve been rolling out some low-quality movies choices.
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Subscribers are eating them up, though, with two Lifetime-first movies charting high. There’s also a true crime Netflix Original, and those don’t have the highest track record.
The only bright spot is the No. 3 movie, which is a new teen comedy that has been getting decent reviews.
Check out the breakdown of the films below. We’ve included trailers when available, but one of the Lifetime selections has no actual trailer available. We’ve embeded a promotional graphic instead.
4. The Dating App Killer: The Monica White Story
Official Synopsis: “Monica meets Anthony online, and believes she’s finally found a real connection. She then decides to meet Anthony in person but is unaware Anthony harbors a dangerous secret – he’s a serial killer preying on women through dating apps.”
3. Don’t Say Good Luck
Official Synopsis: “In this coming-of-age dramedy, Sophie Birenbaum is ready for the spotlight as the lead in her high school musical — until suddenly she’s living with even more drama at home than on the stage.”
2. To Catch a Cheater
Official Synopsis: “When a harmless game turns deadly, three mothers become entangled in a world of paranoia and suspicion, where every secret is a threat and the pursuit of justice could cost them everything.”
1. Facing El Chapo (La captura)
Official Synopsis: “Two Mexican officers must survive the final hours of their shift after crossing a ruthless cartel boss in this crime drama based on true events.”