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This year has been packed with travel for me, visiting places from Norway to Canada. However, a new movie might have permanently changed my perspective on vacationing with friends.

In “Speak No Evil,” James McAvoy plays a not-so-great host who invites new friends to a rural getaway in a remake of a renowned Danish horror film that’s become a favorite among thrill-seekers. It deserves a spot on your watchlist for theaters, and at home, the star-studded “Fight Night” is ready for streaming to satisfy your heist cravings. Even though the landscape of fall TV has evolved since the pre-streaming days, there are still plenty of shows to add to your lineup, especially with the Emmy Awards around the corner this Sunday.

Now let’s dive into the highlights:

Watch James McAvoy as a ‘bad guy having a good time’ in ‘Speak No Evil’

Transitioning away from his days as the X-Men’s Charles Xavier, McAvoy stars in “Speak No Evil” alongside Scoot McNairy and Mackenzie Davis as an American couple living in London with their daughter. During a vacation in Italy, they befriend an outgoing British doctor (played by McAvoy) and his family, leading to an unsettling experience when they accept his invitation to his home in the secluded English countryside. A warning: the original Danish film, which can also be streamed on Shudder, is exceptionally grim.

I chatted with McAvoy about balancing horror and humor as his character, a villain enjoying his bad streak. He remarked, “It may sound flippant, saying a bad guy is having a good time, but it’s really about a man who does terrible things yet is striving to enjoy his life, which is oddly commendable.”

Watch Peacock’s ‘Fight Night’ and explore fall’s top TV picks

Featuring a star-studded cast including Kevin Hart, Don Cheadle, Taraji P. Henson, Terrence Howard, and Samuel L. Jackson, “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist” is currently streaming on Peacock. This limited series tells the unbelievable true story of a robbery where masked thieves targeted mobsters at an afterparty for a Muhammad Ali match. TV critic Kelly Lawler describes it as “like a less charming version of Ocean’s Eleven, where the robberies unfold amid the violent backdrop of the 1970s south.”

“Fight Night” is just one of many must-watch series this fall. Kelly has compiled an overview of upcoming hits, including a reboot of “Matlock” featuring Kathy Bates, the anticipated Cate Blanchett drama “Disclaimer,” the ’80s horror tale “Hysteria!,” and “The Penguin,” starring Colin Farrell as the infamous Batman villain. (By the way, “Penguin” should definitely be added to your must-see list – I’ll share more about it in the next Watch Party!)

Get ready for another exciting Emmy Awards night

You might be wondering: “Emmys? Didn’t those happen back in January?” Yes, there was an Emmys ceremony then: last year’s event was postponed to 2024 due to the actors’ and writers’ strikes. But the show is back on schedule for this Sunday, hosted by the father-and-son duo Eugene and Dan Levy from “Schitt’s Creek.”

If you’re looking for predictions for your Emmy picks, Kelly has you covered with her expert guesses on who might win: She anticipates that FX’s “Shōgun” will snag the award for best drama, “The Bear” will take home best comedy, and viral Netflix sensation “Baby Reindeer” will clinch best limited series.

More exciting content to explore!

• Fans of “NCIS” will find interest in this article about casting a new Gibbs and Strickland for CBS’ upcoming “Origins” prequel show. (Not the most exciting title considering “Young Jethro” is an option.)
• Curious about who might portray me in a biopic? Maybe Josh Gad? While that gets sorted out, Ian McKellen shares insights on facing harsh reviews and his role in “The Critic.”
• Netflix’s musical crime drama “Emilia Pérez” is set to make waves this Oscar season, and Selena Gomez admitted to feeling “so nervous” about her first role in a Spanish-language film.