March’s Must-See Movie Releases Down Under
Get ready for a cinematic feast as March rolls in with a diverse slate of new films hitting Australian screens and streaming services. From gripping thrillers and high-octane action to heartwarming romances and laugh-out-loud comedies, there’s something to pique every movie lover’s interest. Here’s a rundown of the standout releases you won’t want to miss.
Intense Thrillers and Action-Packed Adventures
All The Devils Are Here
Release Date: 1 March
Platform: Paramount+
Set against the stark, isolated backdrop of Dartmoor, All The Devils Are Here plunges viewers into a tense post-heist scenario. Four thieves, holed up in a remote farmhouse after a high-stakes robbery, find their meticulously planned escape overshadowed by escalating paranoia. As they wait, the stolen money becomes less of a reward and more of a catalyst for fracturing loyalties and rising suspicion. The film masterfully builds an atmosphere where the greatest threat isn’t an external pursuit, but the internal breakdown of trust within the group.
This compelling drama boasts an impressive cast, including Sam Claflin, known for his roles in The Hunger Games and Daisy Jones & The Six; Burn Gorman, who recently appeared in Beetlejuice Beetlejuice; Eddie Marsan, a familiar face from King & Conqueror and The World’s End; and Suki Waterhouse, also recognised for her part in Daisy Jones & The Six.
War Machine
Release Date: 6 March
Platform: Netflix
Hailing from Victoria, Australia, War Machine is a high-intensity, sci-fi action feature that promises to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. Directed, co-produced, and co-written by local filmmaker Patrick Hughes, this film takes the gruelling US Army Ranger selection process and twists it into a desperate fight for survival.
During the final 24 hours of an elite team’s training exercise, an unimaginable threat emerges, transforming the simulation into a brutal reality. The movie is lauded for its relentless momentum and a strong ensemble cast, featuring the talents of Alan Ritchson, Dennis Quaid, and Jai Courtney.
Fairytales, Legacy, and Enduring Love
100 Nights of Hero
Release Date: 6 March
Platform: AMC+
Julia Jackman’s “buzzy” ensemble fairytale, 100 Nights of Hero, is an adaptation of Isabel Greenberg’s New York Times best-selling graphic novel. The story centres on Cherry, whose neglectful husband gambles away her fidelity, leaving her and her sharp-witted maid, Hero, to fend off a dangerously seductive visitor named Manfred.
The film features a captivating cast, including Maika Monroe as Cherry and Emma Corrin as Hero. Nicholas Galitzine, known for Masters of the Universe, takes on the role of Manfred. The ensemble is further bolstered by Amir El-Masry (Limbo), pop sensation Charli XCX, the esteemed Richard E. Grant (Can You Ever Forgive Me?), and Felicity Jones (The Brutalist).
Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man
Release Date: 6 March
Platform: Netflix
Fans of the iconic Peaky Blinders series can rejoice with the arrival of Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man. Set in Birmingham in 1940, amidst the turmoil of World War II, the film sees Tommy Shelby emerge from self-imposed exile to confront his most devastating reckoning yet. The fate of his family and the nation hangs in the balance as Tommy grapples with his inner demons, forced to choose between embracing his legacy or letting it crumble.
Cillian Murphy reprises his celebrated role as Tommy Shelby in this epic feature film, helmed by director Tom Harper and writer Steven Knight. The stellar cast includes Rebecca Ferguson (Dune), Tim Roth (Reservoir Dogs), Sophie Rundle (Gentleman Jack), Barry Keoghan (Saltburn), and Stephen Graham (A Thousand Blows).
Touch
Release Date: 6 March
Platform: Paramount+
Touch is a sweeping romantic thriller that spans decades and continents, exploring themes of love, memory, and the possibility of second chances. As his health declines, a man embarks on an urgent quest to find the woman he fell in love with fifty years prior – a woman who vanished without a trace and has haunted his memories ever since.
The narrative fluidly moves between past and present, traversing various countries and cultures to unravel a powerful story of first love, missed opportunities, and the persistent allure of unfinished business.
Comedy Returns with a Classic Revival
The Naked Gun
Release Date: 8 March
Platform: Paramount+
Get ready for a dose of outrageous gags and deadpan humour with the revival of the beloved comedy franchise, The Naked Gun. This time, Lieutenant Frank Drebin Jr., played by Liam Neeson, steps into the gloriously incompetent shoes of his legendary father. Joining the police force, Drebin Jr. quickly finds himself at the centre of a case that could be the department’s last hope. As chaos escalates and the stakes rise, Drebin Jr. must bumble his way through danger, deception, and spectacularly misguided heroism to crack the case.
The film features Liam Neeson in the lead role, alongside Pamela Anderson (The Last Showgirl) and Danny Huston (Yellowstone).
