Watching movies has always been a great way to seek entertainment & joy in Los Angeles. After all, Hollywood is where the rise of film production and cinema all began. The power of moving images, music, dialogue, and special effects sparks deep feelings and emotions within us. It can help us to better understand our lives, the lives around us, and how our society and culture operate. Movies became a common American pastime because of how accessible and entertaining they were during the Great Depression. People turned to art through tragic times to find fulfillment and to bond with family and friends. Fortunately, there are many interesting and award-winning movies being produced by visionary directors and producers today. Here is a list of movies coming out in Summer 2022 to watch in theaters or to stream from the Cabana Lounge at Upper Ivy Luxury Apartments!
Movies Coming in Theaters
- Legally Blonde 3 – Elle Woods is Back! One of Hollywood’s classic & iconic chick flicks is coming to theaters for the 3rd film on May 20th, 2022. Comedian and actress, Mindy Kaling was the co-writer, alongside Dan Goor for this 3rd installment of Legally Blonde. The main character, Elle (played by Reese Witherspoon) will now be 40 years old in the upcoming sequel!
- Top Gun: Maverick – This film, starring Tom Cruise, is another classic Hollywood film that’s set to hit theaters on May 27th! Maverick will be back 35 years later, rebellious as ever. He is compelled to confront his dark past and deepest fears, in order to lead in a mission that demands the ultimate sacrifice.
- Jurassic World Dominion – This Jurassic World Franchise will once again star Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard! Best of all, Laura Dern and Sam Neill will be back to join forces to help the future of mankind coexist with dinosaurs.
- Elvis – This film starring Austin Butler and Tom Hanks, revolves around the legendary pop/rock singer Elvis Presley as he rises to fame, all while maintaining a difficult relationship with his manager Colonel Tom Parker during the 1950s.
After an evening of watching the most anticipated films of 2022, head back to your luxury apartments at Upper Ivy! Relax at the terrace overlooking the park with your friends and family at our Club Room. Have fun sharing your thoughts on the film and discussing plans to watch more movies coming out in Summer 2022!
Netflix TV Shows to Stream
- Stranger Things is back for season 4! Currently ranked as Netflix’s top 10 most-watched series, the show is set to premiere on May 27, 2022.
- The Lincoln Lawyer: Season 1 will be available to stream on Friday, May 13th. Creator David E. Kelley’s adaptation of the novel The Brass Verdict stars Manuel Garcia-Rulfo as Mickey Haller who is an iconoclastic idealist, that runs his law practice out of the back of his Lincoln Town Car.
- Peaky Blinders will be back for season 6 on Friday, June 10th! Voted 100% in rotten tomatoes, this series is about a World War 1 veteran Tommy Shelby (Cillian Murphy), and his violent Birmingham crime family.
- Only Murders in the Building will return for season 2 on Tuesday, June 28! Following the shocking death of Arconia Board President Bunny Folger, Charles, Oliver & Mabel are on a hunt for her killer. Instead, they become publicly implicated in Bunny’s homicide. They now must deal with the New York neighbors who all believe they committed the murder.
Stream these upcoming tv series in the comfort of your own home, in your spacious and luxurious living rooms at Upper Ivy! Alternatively, after you’ve finished showing off your Upper Ivy apartment, host a movie night at the Cabana Lounge with a fireplace and spacious lounge area! We hope you get excited about watching these anticipated movies coming out in Summer 2022.
After a fun night of watching movies and tv shows with friends and family, spend your day outdoors exploring restaurants and shopping centers near Upper Ivy this Summer! Have an afternoon picnic at the Great Lawn or hang out poolside with our complimentary wifi!