On Demand DVD New Releases Dec. 15-21

On Demand DVD New Releases Dec. 15-21

Dawn of Planet of the Apes The virus that destroyed much of civilization has left evolved apes and a small group of human survivors at the edge of a tenuous peace. But when the apes begin to fracture that peace, the new civilization is threatened. Andy Serkis, Jason Clarke, Gary Oldman (PG-13, 2:10) 12/16

Escobar: Paradise Lost For Pablo Escobar, family is everything. When young surfer Nick falls for Escobar’s niece, he finds his life on the line. Benicio Del Toro, Josh Hutcherson (R, 2:00) 12/16 Pre-theatrical release

Goodbye to All That In this smart, sexy comedy, a divorced dad navigates the good, the bad and the weird of the 30-something singles scene. Paul Schneider, Melanie Lynskey, Audrey P. Scott (Not yet rated, 1:27) 12/17 Available same day as theatrical release

Magic in the Moonlight (pictured below) Stanley is one of the best magicians around and a master at spotting fake spiritualists. When he is brought in to figure out the truth about Sophie, he finds himself questioning whether she may be genuine, and also whether he may be falling for her. Colin Firth, Emma Stone, Jacki Weaver (PG-13, 1:38) 12/16 Magic_Moonlight_web

Men, Women & Children A provocative new drama from acclaimed director Jason Reitman (Up In The Air) that looks at our world through the lens of five interconnected families in a small town. Adam Sandler, Jennifer Garner (R, 1:59) 12/16

The Opposite Sex New England’s most successful divorce attorney applies a love ’em and leave ’em approach to his dating life. When he meets a woman as successful as he is, the two enter into a series of wagers. Mena Suvari, Geoff Stults, Kristin Chenowith (Not Yet Rated, 1:37) Pre-DVD. 12/16

The Skeleton Twins A brother and sister who haven’t talked in 10 years are reunited. Together, they start to mend their fractured relationship and reestablish that bond. That renewed closeness hopefully will snowball into their lives and mend the brokenness that is all around. Kristen Wiig, Bill Hader, Luke Wilson (R, 1:33) 12/16

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles  Shredder and his evil Foot Clan are running the streets of New York. Adventurous reporter April O’Neil stumbles upon a group of teenagers who happen to be ninja turtles — and are willing and able to try to defeat the evil Shredder. Megan Fox, Will Arnett, William Fichtner (PG-13, 1:41) 12/16

This is Where I Leave You The adult children of the Altman family come together after the passing of their father. With this single week they are together, they will try to remember who they are and what is really meaningful. Laughs, tears and craziness will mark celebrating the life of their father, and finding their own lives. Jason Bateman, Tina Fey, Jane Fonda (R, 1:43) 12/16

Tusk From the twisted mind of writer/director Kevin Smith, Tusk is a tale about a podcaster who goes missing while interviewing a mysterious seafarer. Justin Long, Haley Joel Osment (R, 1:42) 12/16

Availability dates subject to change. Check your cable provider for ordering information. 3-D movies require a 3-D TV.

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