Celebrate International Women’s Day in style with a streaming releases marathon of inspiring stories and powerful performances. This March 8th, platforms are rolling out the red carpet for women-led films and series that spark conversation and leave a lasting impression. Let’s explore the must-watch premieres honoring women on and off the screen.

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Streaming Releases on International Women’s Day

Your watchlist is about to explode! This March 8th, prepare for 10 diverse premieres spanning thrilling action, laugh-out-loud comedies, heartfelt dramas, and more.

5lbs of Pressure | Crime, Romance, Thriller

Gripping and emotionally charged, “5lbs of Pressure” explores the complexities of guilt, redemption, and the weight of past actions. Adam (Evans) emerges from prison after a 16-year sentence, haunted by the murder that defined his younger years. Seeking a sliver of closure, he returns to his old neighborhood, ready to confront his demons. Yet, his path to redemption is fraught with danger – the brother of the man he killed, consumed by vengeance, stalks him relentlessly. Will Adam find peace, or will the unrelenting pressure of his past crush him?

Cast

Luke Evans … Adam
Rory Culkin … Mike
Alex Pettyfer … Leff
Stephanie Leonidas … Donna
Rudy Pankow … Jimmy
Charlie Rawes … Santiago
Laura Hopper … Aliyah
Lorraine Burroughs … Jamal
James Oliver Wheatley … Sicky
Daniel Singh … Thug 1
Savannah Steyn … Lori
Jonathan Ajayi … Lucky
Alana de Freitas … Madam
Andy M Milligan … New Yorker
Grahame Fox … Lenny
Mark Griffin … Johnny
Julee Cerda … Patricia Earl
Fahim Fazli … Jabar
Manoj Anand … Mirror Bar Customer
Nathan Hall … New York Passerby
Andrew J. Parker … Meeting Member / New Yorker
Gemma Forbes … TV Newscaster
Paul Candelent … Suit Guy
Zac Adams … Eli
Adam Fielding … Lewis
Ravi Multani … New York Pedestrian
Simone Reeves … Mirror Bar Customer
Gary McDonald … ER
Nicola Alexis … Dr. Wright
Damian Gallagher … Bartender
Sky Morfopoulos … Meeting Chair
Cosby Prawl … Heavy
Jazz Lintott … Steve
Olivia Carruthers … Anna
Josh Heberden … Young Adam
Jaida Standberry … Keyshia
Matt Truman … Mirror Bar Customer
Claire Lacey … Rose
Sameera Shahid … Mirror Bar Customer
Dan McGee … Meeting Member
John Booker … Paulie ‘Pool’
Haroon Rafiq … New York Pedestrian
Jatinder Rehal … New York Pedestrian
Lindsay Townley … Mirror Bar Customer
Matt Bowden … New York Pedestrian
Parrgash Kaur … New York Window Shopper
Dalu Thebe … Foreman
James Rocks … Dock Worker
Tommy Allocco … Tommy
Mike Tuck … Basketball Player
Joshua Tomkins … Bar customer
PPatricia Wagner … Bar customer (speaking role)
Odislaine McCabe … Mirror Bar Customer
Ashufta Sayed … New York Pedestrian
Dillon Scott-Lewis … Kid
Sienna Demontis … Waitress in strip club

American Dreamer 2022 | Comedy

Phil is the quintessential American Dreamer – a man fueled by ambition and a relentless belief in a better future. But his optimistic spirit is constantly tested against a world where most dreams seem to crumble. Can Phil defy the odds and turn his aspirations into reality, or will life’s cruel realities extinguish his hope? “American Dreamer” captures Phil’s heartwarming yet bittersweet journey, urging viewers to question if the American Dream is truly attainable.

Get ready for the inspiring and bittersweet “American Dreamer”, coming to VOD on March 8th. Join Phil, a man with unrelenting optimism, as he chases his dreams against all odds. Will he find his American Dream, or will disappointment be his only reward?

Cast

Danny Pudi … Craig
Peter Dinklage … Dr. Phil Loder
Matt Dillon … Dell
Shirley MacLaine … Astrid Fanelli
Danny Glover
Michelle Mylett
Donald Heng … Dr. Berton
Garry Chalk
Kimberly Quinn … Maggie Pennington
Rebecca Olson … Beatrice / Babette
C. Ernst Harth
Brendan Riggs … Rick the Owner
Kimberley Shoniker … Susan
Raresh DiMofte … Boris
Rami Kahlon … Econ Student #1
Frank Warburton Bailey III … Officer James
Corina Akeson … Middle-Aged Mom
Davin Tong … Econ Student #2
Jennifer-Juniper Angeli … Jim Stanley Jr.
Clayton James Booi … Student Videographer
Frederic Robinson … Security Guard
Masa DeLara … Mansion Woman (as Masa Delara)
Annette Jensen-Collett … Bank teller
Thaddeus Monckton … Mercedes Driver
Christian J. Stewart … Bar Patron / Reunion Attendee (uncredited)

The Ballad of Davy Crockett 2024 | Action

Experience a bold reimagining of a legendary American figure! In “The Ballad of Davy Crockett 2024”, Davy Crockett faces his toughest fight yet. His beloved wife has succumbed to a devastating illness, his children left alone to fend for themselves in the unforgiving wilderness. Driven by desperation and unwavering love, Crockett embarks on a perilous trek across the Savage Lands of the wild frontier, battling man and nature alike, all to return to his family.

Witness the epic return of an American icon! Catch “The Ballad of Davy Crockett 2024” on VOD March 8th. Prepare for a thrilling, action-packed journey as Davy Crockett fights tooth and nail in a desperate bid to return to his family.

Cast

Colm Meaney … Caleb
William Moseley … Davy Crockett
Jesse Hutch … Spike
Valerie Jane Parker … Polly
Wyatt Parker … John Crockett
Edward Finlay … Andrew Jackson
Nico Tirozzi … William Crockett
Gianni Biasetti Jr. … Jenson
Gray Wolf Herrera … Dawoni
Andrés Erickson … James Polk
Tommy Kramer … Daniel Boone
Rocky Abou-Sakher … Wilkes
Tom Culler … Trapper 6
Nick Benseman … Oldman
Daniel Norris … Trapper 2
Aija Terauda … Margaret
Craig Morgan … Davis Bridger
Brian Hite … Trapper 1
Yuri Marmerstein … Trapper (background)
Jared Losano … Creek Red Stick
Karla Dansereau … Spirit of Polly (voice)
Jeron Bray … Trapper (background)
Casey Fuller … Martin Van Buren
Ryan Green … Trapper 8
Jason Gupton … Trapper 3
Chad Joyce … Trapper (background)
JJamey DiDomenico … Trapper 4
Chris Bryant … Morret
Andrew Mihalko … Trapper 5
Ron Neal … Courrier
Philip Dido … Trapper 7
DDorian Purvis … Youngman
Jimmy Swift … Background
Thurman Guidara … Background
Chad Clinard … Trapper (background)
Ernest Gendron … Background
Nathan Spradlin … Background
Jospeh Asher Griffin … Background
Dave Brocklehurst … Trapper (background)
Averi Doktorczyk … Trapper 9
Matthew Boardway … Trapper (background)
Dante Pull Shields … Background

Blown Away 2019 (TV Series)

Get fired up for the return of “Blown Away 2019 TV Series”! This thrilling reality competition show brings together the world’s most talented glassblowers. Prepare for breathtaking artistry as they push the limits of glass sculpting. The stakes are high – one artist is eliminated after each dazzling but demanding challenge. Who will survive the heat and rise to claim the champion title?

“Blown Away 2019 TV Series” returns to Netflix on March 8th! Witness stunning glassblowing artistry, intense challenges, and see who earns the coveted title of best glassblower.

Cast

Nick Uhas … Self – Host30 episodes, 2019-2022
Katherine Gray … Self – Resident Evaluator20 episodes, 2021-2022
Deborah Czeresko … Self – Contestant / …12 episodes, 2019-2022
Elliot Walker … Self – Contestant / …11 episodes, 2021-2022
Alexander Rosenberg … Self – Contestant / …10 episodes, 2019-2021
Janusz Pozniak … Self – Contestant10 episodes, 2019
Cat Burns … Self – Contestant10 episodes, 2021
Minhi England … Self – Contestant10 episodes, 2022
John Moran … Self – Contestant10 episodes, 2022
Chris Taylor … Self – Contestant9 episodes, 2021
John Sharvin … Self – Contestant9 episodes, 2022
Patrick Primeau … Self – Contestant8 episodes, 2019
Nao Yamamoto … Self – Contestant8 episodes, 2021
Dan Friday … Self – Contestant8 episodes, 2022
Andi Kovel … Self – Contestant7 episodes, 2021
Momoko Schafer … Self – Contestant6 episodes, 2019
Trenton Quiocho … Self – Contestant6 episodes, 2022
Leah Kudel … Self – Contestant5 episodes, 2019
Mike Shelbo … Self – Contestant5 episodes, 2021
Grace Whiteside … Self – Contestant5 episodes, 2022
Annette Sheppard … Self – Contestant4 episodes, 2019
Brad Turner … Self – Contestant4 episodes, 2021
Brenna Baker … Self – Contestant4 episodes, 2022
Edgar Valentine … Self – Contestant3 episodes, 2019
Jason McDonald … Self – Contestant3 episodes, 2021
Maddy Hughes … Self – Contestant3 episodes, 2022
Benjamin Kikkert … Self – Contestant2 episodes, 2019
Ben Silver … Self – Contestant2 episodes, 2021
Rob Stern … Self – Contestant2 episodes, 2022
Marc Lepine … Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2019
Greta Hodgkinson … Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2019
Emily Pearce-Bibona … Self – Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2019
Perry Tung … Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2019
Jesse Hirsh … Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2019
Kevin Kiff … Self – Contestant1 episode, 2019
Janet Morrison … Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2019
Eric Meek … Self – Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2019
Catherine Osborne … Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2019
Chris Taylor … Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2019
Jay Macdonell … Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2019
Bobby Berk … Self – Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2021
Benjamin Wright … Self – Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2021
Kathryn Durst … Self – Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2021
Stephen Weatherly … Self – Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2021
Tegan Hamilton … Self – Contestant1 episode, 2021
Heather Mcelwee … Self – Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2021
Arden Fonte … Model1 episode, 2021
Rob Cassetti … Self – Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2021
Sunny Fong … Self – Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2021
Michel Germain … Self – Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2021
Briony Douglas … Self – Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2022
Miranda Tempest … Self – Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2022
Claire Kelly … Self – Contestant1 episode, 2022
Marianne Mader … Self – Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2022
Veronica Saye … Self – Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2022
Robin Rogers … Self – Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2022
Donna Davies … Self – Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2022
Julia Rogers … Self – Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2022
Susie Silbert … Self – Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2022
Chris Clarke … Self – Guest Evaluator1 episode, 2022

Damsel 2024 | Action, Adventure, Fantasy

orget the fairytale! “Damsel 2024” upends the classic damsel-in-distress trope. A young woman, bound by duty, agrees to wed a charming prince. But behind the facade of happily-ever-after lies a horrifying truth: she’s not meant to be a princess but a sacrificial offering to appease a monstrous ancient debt. Thrown into the depths of danger, she must shed her damsel persona and fight for survival.

“Damsel 2024” shatters fairytale expectations! Coming to Netflix on March 8th. Join a young woman who transforms from dutiful bride to fierce warrior as she escapes a horrifying fate.

Cast

Millie Bobby Brown … Elodie
Ray Winstone … Lord Bayford
Angela Bassett … Lady Bayford
Brooke Carter … Floria
Nick Robinson … Prince Henry
Robin Wright … Queen Isabelle
Milo Twomey … King Roderick
Nicole Joseph … Princess Victoria
Patrice Naiambana … Chamberlain
Ulli Ackermann … Knight
Mens-Sana Tamakloe … Knight
Ezra Faroque Khan … Local Guide
Tasha Lim … Prince Henry’s Bride
Brogan Mcfarlane … Princess
Sonya Nisa … Princess
Esther Odumade … Princess
Margarita Ren … Princess
Eloise Shephard Taylor … Princess
Szofia Sallia … Princess
Matt Slack … King
Manon Stieglitz … Red Priestess
António Craveiro … Bishop (as Antonio Craveiro)
Shohreh Aghdashloo … Voice of Dragon
Robert McCrea … Gruff Sailor (uncredited)
Carlos Saltão … (uncredited)

First Time Female Director 2023 Comedy

Get ready for a hilarious and heartfelt look at the world of theater in “First Time Female Director 2023”. A newly appointed female director in a Glendale community theater faces the daunting task of replacing her beloved male predecessor. As she navigates the challenges of directing her Southern-flavored drama, she encounters sexism, self-doubt, and the constant pressure to live up to expectations. Can she overcome the odds and prove that a woman’s perspective can bring fresh brilliance to the stage?

Get ready to laugh and cheer with “First Time Female Director 2023”, landing on Roku Channel March 8th! Witness the hilarious and relatable struggles of a woman breaking barriers in the theater world.

Cast

Angel Christian Roman … Weirdo
Adam Aguirre … Felix
Blake Anderson
Kate Berlant
Justin Cabanting … Restaurant Patron
Nick Cardiff … Creepy Dude
Max Greenfield
Brad Hall
Tim Heidecker
Jak Knight
Susan Kohler … Audience 1
Tola Lawal … Stage Manager
Geo Lee … Bartender
Waymond Lee … Stage Theater Patron
Natasha Leggero
Crystal Lujan … Annoyed Theatre Patron
Megan Mullally
Aria Clare Nice … Child
Gary Nohealii Gary Nohealii … Protestor Alex
Chelsea Peretti
Numa Perrier … Maya
Amy Poehler
Andy Richter
Eamon J. Roche … Gerald
Xosha Roquemore
Bardia Salimi … Ed
Benito Skinner
Megan Stalter
Seth Vernon … Amy’s Date
Doug Friedman … Theater goer (uncredited)

Gold Rush: White Water 2018 (TV Series) Reality-TV

Get ready for the high-stakes adventure of “Gold Rush: White Water 2018”! The Dakota Boys are back, defying death to seek untold riches in the treacherous beauty of white water rapids. With a crew of intrepid divers, climbers, and expert mechanics, they’ll plunge into icy depths, battling the elements to dredge for gold where no miner has dared to go before. Watch as every move could be their last in this adrenaline-fueled series of survival and potential fortune.

The thrilling return of “Gold Rush: White Water 2018” hits Discovery March 8th! Witness the Dakota Boys risk everything for the chance to strike gold in the most dangerous conditions imaginable.

Cast

Dustin Hurt … Self83 episodes, 2018-2024
Wes Richardson … Self78 episodes, 2018-2023
Carlos Minor … Self80 episodes, 2018-2023
Paul Richardson … Self69 episodes, 2018-2023
Fred Hurt … Self62 episodes, 2018-2024
James Hamm … Self58 episodes, 2019-2023
Paul Christie … Narrator30 episodes, 2020-2024
Scott Allen … Self43 episodes, 2020-2023
Kayla Johanson … Self33 episodes, 2021-2023
Bray Poor … Narrator27 episodes, 2018-2020
Ryan Cardoza … Self24 episodes, 2019-2021
Mark Stamper … Self13 episodes, 2021-2022
Justin Peterson … Self14 episodes, 2022-2023
Kayla Sheets … Self – Paul’s Fiancée / …11 episodes, 2019-2020
Rich Webster … Self11 episodes, 2019
JJennifer Sheets … Self / …8 episodes, 2018-2020
Casey Morgan … Self7 episodes, 2019
Eric Foster Eric Foster … Self4 episodes, 2021
Teresa Garcia Minor … Self / …4 episodes, 2019-2020
Todd Hoffman … Self4 episodes, 2018-2024
Mary Wilcock … Self3 episodes, 2019-2020
Zack Sheets … Self2 episodes, 2018
Marty Fowler … Self – Drone Operator1 episode, 2022
Mark Sebens … Self1 episode, 2021
John Garrard … Self1 episode, 2021
Hudson Hoffman … Self1 episode, 2018
Danielle Miller … Self – Dustin’s Girlfriend1 episode, 2019
Tara Bicknell … Self1 episode, 2020
Lucas Merli … Self – Film Crew Safety Officer1 episode, 2022
The Lack Family Band … Themselves1 episode, 2019
Al Gilliam … Self1 episode, 2023
Tony Beets … Self1 episode, 2018
Minnie Beets … Self1 episode, 2018
Darryl Hurt … Self1 episode, 2018
Dennis Jackson … Self1 episode, 2019

Night Shift 2023 | Horror, Thriller

Prepare for a chilling night of terror in “Night Shift 2023”. A young woman takes her first night shift at an isolated motel, only to find herself trapped in a waking nightmare. Eerie sounds, inexplicable events, and a creeping sense of dread make her question her sanity. Is the motel truly haunted, or is there a darker presence lurking in the shadows?

Get ready for spine-tingling chills with “Night Shift 2023”, available on VOD March 8th! Witness a young woman’s harrowing night shift as she battles unseen forces at a remote motel.

Cast

Phoebe Tonkin … Gwen
Patrick Fischler … Warner
Lamorne Morris … Teddy Miles
Madison Hu … Alice
Christopher Denham … Walton Grey
Connor Price … Cole
Lauren Bowles … Birdie
Jess Varley … News Anchor
Tom Dang … Delivery Guy
David Carrera … Orderly #2
Tricia Small … Ghost #1
Dennis William Grimes … Orderly #1
Joy Picodot … Ghost #3
Ella Stabile … Ghost #2

The Reluctant Traveler (Original title: The Reluctant Traveler with Eugene Levy) | Documentary, Reality-TV

Get ready to laugh, learn, and maybe even expand your travel horizons with “The Reluctant Traveler”. Join the lovably self-deprecating Eugene Levy as he’s reluctantly whisked away on extraordinary adventures around the world. From luxurious hotels in Finland to stunning landscapes in South Africa, Levy’s hilarious discomfort provides a unique and down-to-earth perspective on travel. Discover hidden gems, connect with fascinating locals, and prepare to be charmed by the power of exploring new cultures – even if you’re initially not so keen.

Buckle up and embrace the unexpected! “The Reluctant Traveler” arrives on AppleTV+ March 8th. Join the hilarious Eugene Levy as he proves that even the least adventurous among us can find joy and transformation outside our comfort zones.

Cast

Eugene Levy
Hélder

The Traitors UK 2022 TV Series | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Get ready for the ultimate game of deception! “The Traitors UK 2022” pits 22 strangers against each other in a battle of trust and treachery. As they embark on a series of thrilling missions for a chance to win a massive cash prize, paranoia grows. Hidden among them are the insidious “Traitors”, who secretly plot to eliminate innocent “Faithfuls.” Can the Faithfuls unmask the Traitors before it’s too late, or will betrayal reign supreme?

Deception, Betrayal, and a £120k Prize! Catch “The Traitors UK 2022” on Peacock March 8th. Witness the ultimate psychological thriller as contestants weed out the hidden Traitors before they fall victim themselves.

Cast

Claudia Winkleman … Self – Host24 episodes, 2022-2024
Aaron Evans … Self12 episodes, 2022
Wilfred Webster … Self12 episodes, 2022
Meryl Williams … Self12 episodes, 2022
Hannah Byczkowski … Self12 episodes, 2022
Harry Clark … Self12 episodes, 2024
Mollie Pearce … Self12 episodes, 2024
Andrew Jenkins … Self12 episodes, 2024
Jaz Singh … Self12 episodes, 2024
Evie Morrison … Self12 episodes, 2024
Madelyn Smedley … Self11 episodes, 2022
Andrea Addison … Self11 episodes, 2022
Zack Davies … Self11 episodes, 2024
Jasmine Boatswain … Self11 episodes, 2024
Amanda Lovett … Self10 episodes, 2022
Fay Greaves … Self10 episodes, 2022
Ross Carson … Self10 episodes, 2024
Kieran Tompsett … Self9 episodes, 2022
Theo Mayne … Self9 episodes, 2022
CCharlotte Chilton … Self9 episodes, 2024
Charlie Bees … Self9 episodes, 2024
Alex Gray … Self8 episodes, 2022
Paul Gorton … Self8 episodes, 2024
Rayan Rachedi … Self7 episodes, 2022
Diane Carson … Self7 episodes, 2024
Miles Asteri … Self7 episodes, 2024
Alyssa Chan … Self6 episodes, 2022
Matt Harris … Self6 episodes, 2022
Tracey Griffin … Self6 episodes, 2024
Anthony Mathurin … Self6 episodes, 2024
Tom Elderfield … Self5 episodes, 2022
John McManus … Self5 episodes, 2022
Amos Ogunkoya … Self5 episodes, 2022
Jonny Holloway … Self5 episodes, 2024
Ash Bibi … Self5 episodes, 2024
Meg Corrick … Self5 episodes, 2024
Ivan Brett … Self4 episodes, 2022
Brian Davidson … Self4 episodes, 2024
Claire Barratt … Self3 episodes, 2022
Imran Nasim … Self3 episodes, 2022
Kyra Johnson … Self3 episodes, 2024
Aisha Birley … Self2 episodes, 2022
Nicky Wilding … Self2 episodes, 2022
Aubrey Emerson … Self2 episodes, 2024
Sonja Clarke … Self2 episodes, 2024
Dougie Watson … Self – Bagpiper1 episode, 2022

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