5 Woody Harrelson movies and TV shows you should watch ahead of 'Fly Me to the Moon'

'Fly Me to the Moon' is an upcoming American romantic comedy-drama film directed by Greg Berlanti
PUBLISHED JUL 9, 2024
From 'The Hunger Games' to 'Zombieland', 5 Woody Harrelson movies and shows to watch before 'Fly Me to the Moon' (@sonypictures/@lionsgate/@columbiatristar)
From 'The Hunger Games' to 'Zombieland', 5 Woody Harrelson movies and shows to watch before 'Fly Me to the Moon' (@sonypictures/@lionsgate/@columbiatristar)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'Fly Me to the Moon', an American romantic comedy-drama film, is scheduled to be released theatrically in the United States on Friday, July 12, 2024. 

Directed by Greg Berlanti, 'Fly Me to the Moon' stars Scarlett Johansson, Channing Tatum, Woody Harrelson, Jim Rash, Anna Garcia, Donald Elise Watkins, Noah Robbins, and Colin Woodell in pivotal roles.

'Fly Me to the Moon' follows the evolving relationship between a marketing specialist and a NASA director set against the backdrop of the 1960s Space Race.

Ahead of its premiere, here are 5 Woody Harrelson movies and TV shows you should watch before 'Fly Me to the Moon'.

'Friends with Benefits' (2011)

Woody Harrelson and Justin Timberlake in a still from 'Friends with Benefits' (Sonypictures/@glenwilson)
Woody Harrelson and Justin Timberlake in a still from 'Friends with Benefits' (Sonypictures/@glenwilson)

'Friends with Benefits', a 2011 American romantic comedy film directed by Will Gluck, centers around Dylan (Justin Timberlake) and Jamie (Mila Kunis), who meet in New York City and add a sexual component to their friendship.

They think that this arrangement will remain strictly physical and free of emotional complications. However, as their sexual relationship progresses, both Dylan and Jamie begin to realize that their feelings for each other are becoming more complex.

Woody Harrelson portrays Tommy Bollinger, a friend of Dylan. Tommy is depicted as a charismatic and humorous character, whose confidence and easygoing nature make him a standout presence.

You should definitely watch 'Friends with Benefits' before 'Fly Me to the Moon' hits theaters. 

'The Hunger Games' (2012)

Woody Harrelson and Jennifer Lawrence in a still from 'The Hunger Games' (Lionsgate/@murrayclose)
Woody Harrelson and Jennifer Lawrence in a still from 'The Hunger Games' (Lionsgate/@murrayclose)

'The Hunger Games,' a 2012 American dystopian action film directed by Gary Ross, is a must-watch if you love Woody Harrelson. In this film, he delivers a memorable performance as Haymitch Abernathy, a former victor of the deadly games.

The film also stars Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Elizabeth Banks, and Lenny Kravitz in pivotal roles.

In 'The Hunger Games,' tributes are selected from each of the twelve districts to compete in a nationally televised event known as the Hunger Games. This brutal competition requires the participants, who are young boys and girls, to fight to the death.

'Zombieland' (2009)

Woody Harrelson and Jesse Eisenberg in a still from 'Zombieland' (Columbia/@tristar)
Woody Harrelson and Jesse Eisenberg in a still from 'Zombieland' (Columbia/@tristar)

'Zombieland' is a 2009 American post-apocalyptic zombie comedy film directed by Ruben Fleischer. The film stars stars Woody Harrelson, Abigail Breslin, Jesse Eisenberg, Emma Stone, and Bill Murray in significant roles.

The film follows a group of survivors - Columbus (Jesse Eisenberg), Tallahassee (Woody Harrelson), Wichita (Emma Stone), and Little Rock (Abigail Breslin) - as they navigate the zombie apocalypse with fun and survival skills. 

Tallahassee lures the zombies into a carnival game booth, where he takes out several of them. It is a must-watch film if you love Woody Harrelson. 

'Zombieland' has earned a devoted following among enthusiasts of both horror and comedy genres.

'True Detective' Season 1 (2014)

Woody Harrelson in a still from 'True Detective' Season 1 (@hbo)
Woody Harrelson in a still from 'True Detective' Season 1 (@hbo)

In 'True Detective' Season 1, Woody Harrelson starred as Detective Marty Hart, partnering with Detective Rustin Cohle, played by Matthew McConaughey.

The series depicts events from 17 years ago as remembered by the two main characters while they were investigating the murder of a woman in Louisiana.

Woody Harrelson was nominated for an Emmy Award for Best Lead Actor in a Drama Series for his role in the series. This is definitely a must-watch series for fans of Woody Harrelson and crime dramas.

'Cheers' (1982 — 1993)

Kirstie Alley, Woody Harrelson, and Ted Danson in a still from 'Cheers' (@nbcuniversals)
Kirstie Alley, Woody Harrelson, and Ted Danson in a still from 'Cheers' (@nbcuniversal)

'Cheers' is an American sitcom television series that aired on NBC from 1982 to 1993. Woody Harrelson stepped into the role of Woody Boyd, a bartender, during the show's fourth season.

His performance as Woody Boyd in 'Cheers' remains a memorable highlight of his early career and a testament to his comedic prowess.

'Cheers' also starred Ted Danson as Sam Malone, Rhea Perlman as Carla Tortelli, Shelley Long as Diane Chambers, Bebe Neuwirth as Lilith Sternin, and John Ratzenberger as Cliff Clavin.

The show takes place in a bar in Boston, where a group of regulars gather to drink, unwind, socialize, and take a break from their daily problems.

How to stream 'Fly Me to the Moon'?

'Fly Me to the Moon' is set for theatrical release in the United States on Friday, July 12, 2024.

For the nearest theaters showing 'Fly Me to the Moon,' you can check online ticketing platforms. You can grab your ticket to watch this captivating film.

Following its theatrical run, the film will be available for streaming on Apple TV+ at a later date. 

With a competitive pricing structure, enjoy all the entertainment Apple TV+ has to offer at a monthly subscription cost, making premium content accessible to a broad audience.

The base price of Apple TV+ is $9.99 per month. For this fee, viewers gain access to the platform's full library of original series and movies.

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