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Time of India
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
From 'Untamed' to 'The Summer I Turned Pretty': List of movies, TV series you can watch on Netflix, HBO Max, Hulu and more
The weekend is finally here. Are you looking to watch best new movies and series this weekend? If yes, then we have got you covered. While Superman continues to smash the box office, the streaming landscape is offering some top-notch entertainment too, from Netflix's latest addictive crime series to the return of one of the best and most underrated sci-fi shows of our time. In the list below, we bring to you some great movies and TV shows recently released on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, HBO Max, Apple TV Plus and Hulu, which you can binge watch on weekend. It can be tiring and overwhelming to dive into the vast libraries of the best streaming services, so we have made it easy for you. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category MBA Digital Marketing Artificial Intelligence Product Management Management Leadership PGDM Degree Finance Design Thinking CXO Technology Data Analytics Data Science others healthcare Project Management Data Science Cybersecurity Operations Management MCA Others Healthcare Public Policy Skills you'll gain: Financial Management Team Leadership & Collaboration Financial Reporting & Analysis Advocacy Strategies for Leadership Duration: 18 Months UMass Global Master of Business Administration (MBA) Starts on May 13, 2024 Get Details Skills you'll gain: Analytical Skills Financial Literacy Leadership and Management Skills Strategic Thinking Duration: 24 Months Vellore Institute of Technology VIT Online MBA Starts on Aug 14, 2024 Get Details There is something for everyone, from Ayo Edebiri's psychological thriller Opus, to a documentary celebrating Steven Spielberg's Jaws in its 50th anniversary. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Do you have a mouse? Desert Order Undo ALSO READ: Trump diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency after swelling in hands, legs. What is CVI and is it life-threatening? Movies, TV shows to watch on weekend: - 'The Actor' : Based on the Donald E. Westlake crime novel "Memory," the period drama stars André Holland as a man stranded in a strange town and suffering from amnesia. You can watch 'The Actor' on Hulu. - 'The Amateur' : It plays like a lost action thriller from 2003. After his wife (Rachel Brosnahan) is killed in a global terrorist attack, a CIA codebreaker (Rami Malek) sets out for vengeance, channeling the gritty, globe-trotting spirit of The Recruit and the Bourne series. It can be watched on Hulu. Live Events - 'Untamed' : Netflix's gripping new crime drama Untamed blends breathtaking natural beauty with dark, suspenseful storytelling. Set against the stunning backdrop of Yosemite National Park, the series follows Special Agent Kyle Turner—played by Eric Bana—of the National Park Service's elite Investigative Services Branch (ISB), as he uncovers the sinister side of the great outdoors. ALSO READ: Elon Musk's SpaceX to launch 400+ satellites in bold push to transform Alaska's internet connectivity - ' The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3 ' : One of the most favourite dramas, The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3 can be watched on Amazon Prime. The synopsis of season 3 reads: "It's the end of her junior year of college, and Belly's looking forward to another summer in Cousins with her soulmate, Jeremiah. Her future seems set until some core-shaking events bring her first love, Conrad, back into her life. Now on the brink of adulthood, Belly finds herself at a crossroads and must decide which brother has her heart. Summer will never be the same." - 'Apocalypse in the Tropics' : The powerful documentary explores the growing influence of evangelical power in Brazilian politics, spotlighting the turbulent roles of televangelist Silas Malafaia and polarizing president Jair Bolsonaro. With its sharp focus on social media manipulation and a democracy-shaking insurrection, the film delivers a chilling reflection of political unrest that feels eerily familiar. It can be watched on Netflix. - 'Foundation season 3' : One of the best and most underrated sci-fi shows of our time, Foundation is back with a new season that continues to adapt Isaac Asimov's beloved novel series. With two episodes now available to watch, the show is raising the stakes as the story follows a band of exiles trying to save humanity and rebuild civilization. Easier said than done. 'Foundation Season 3' is available on Apple TV Plus. ALSO READ: 460,000 student loan borrowers to be kicked off from repayment plan? Know the big changes from August 1 - 'Drop' : Meghann Fahy ("Sirens") plays a widowed mom in 'Drop' getting back in the love game. She meets up with a first date (Brandon Sklenar) at a high-rise restaurant, but is soon menaced with memes sent to her phone threatening her son if she doesn't kill the dude. You can watch it on Peacock. - 'The Assessment' : If you missed it in theaters earlier this year, The Assessment — starring Marvel's Elizabeth Olsen — is now streaming on Hulu starting this weekend. Hailed as a must-watch of 2025, the gripping indie sci-fi boasts an impressive 82% on Rotten Tomatoes and spirals into a haunting psychological thriller that explores the very essence of humanity. Watch 'The Assessment' on Hulu. ALSO READ: Stimulus payments worth $300 to $1,700 to hit bank accounts of Americans in days. Check eligibility and key dates - 'Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story': As the iconic blockbuster marks its 50th anniversary, this must-watch documentary dives deep into the grueling and 'terrifying' journey Steven Spielberg faced while making the legendary shark thriller. Featuring insights from directors like J.J. Abrams, James Cameron, and Jordan Peele, it explores the film's lasting impact and cinematic legacy. You can watch 'Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story' on Hulu or Disney+. - 'Opus': Ayo Edebiri ("The Bear") leads this offbeat thriller as a young journalist granted exclusive access to the music comeback of the century. A reclusive mega pop star (played with eerie flair by John Malkovich) invites a select group of elites to his remote compound for the unveiling of his first album in 30 years. While the film doesn't fully capitalize on its creepy-cool premise, Malkovich is mesmerizing—channeling equal parts David Bowie and David Koresh. You can watch it on HBO Max.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
6 new movies and shows to watch this weekend on Netflix, Prime, Disney Plus, and more (July 18 - 20)
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Are you looking for the best new movies and TV shows to watch this weekend? We've got you covered. While Superman smashes the box office, the streaming landscape is offering some top-notch entertainment too, from Netflix's latest addictive crime series to the return of one of the best and most underrated sci-fi shows of our time. In the list below, we've chosen 6 great movies and TV shows recently released on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, HBO Max, Apple TV Plus and Hulu. Because we know it can be overwhelming to dive into the vast libraries of the best streaming services out there, we've done the work for you, highlighting some excellent options to add to your watchlist. There is something for everyone, from Ayo Edebiri's psychological thriller Opus, to a documentary celebrating Steven Spielberg's Jaws in its 50th anniversary. As new upcoming movies land in cinemas and more new TV shows arrive on the small screen, we are on top of everything to make your life a little bit easier. Keep reading for the best new movies and shows to watch this weekend on streaming, and make sure you include them in your summer plans. Let's hope we can add some of these to the best shows of 2025, which so far includes the likes of Andor season 2 and Apple TV Plus' Severance season 2. New TV shows Untamed (Netflix) Available: WorldwideWatch now: Netflix Would you like to visit Yosemite from your living room? Netflix's new crime series Untamed offers not only a front-row seat to enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the famous National Park, but also a story with plenty of mystery and plot twists to enjoy. Eric Bana leads the cast along with Jurassic Park icon Sam Neill and Rosemarie DeWitt. Untamed follows Kyle Turner, a special agent for the Yosemite National Park Service's Investigative Services Branch (ISB), who investigates human crimes committed in the wilderness. When a woman's body is found at the bottom of a steep drop, Turner is convinced that it's a murder, despite many of his colleagues ruling it out as an accident. Untamed is available to stream on Netflix from July 17. For more, check out the best Netflix shows to watch right now. The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3 (Prime Video) Available: US/UKWatch now: Prime Video The anticipated conclusion of The Summer I Turned Pretty starts this week, and we can't wait to see which brother Belly (Lola Tung) ends up with. Things are looking good for Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno), who Belly chose at the end of season 2, leaving a brokenhearted Conrad (Christopher Briney) with plenty of regrets. However, we know Conrad is her first love, so anything could happen in the new episodes. The synopsis of season 3 reads: "It's the end of her junior year of college, and Belly's looking forward to another summer in Cousins with her soulmate, Jeremiah. Her future seems set until some core-shaking events bring her first love, Conrad, back into her life. Now on the brink of adulthood, Belly finds herself at a crossroads and must decide which brother has her heart. Summer will never be the same." The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3 episodes 1 and 2 are available to stream on Amazon Prime from July 16. For more, check out our list of all the best movies on Prime Video right now. Foundation season 3 (Apple TV Plus) Available: WorldwideWatch now: Apple TV Plus One of the best and most underrated sci-fi shows of our time, Foundation is back with a new season that continues to adapt Isaac Asimov's beloved novel series. With two episodes now available to watch, the show is raising the stakes as the story follows a band of exiles trying to save humanity and rebuild civilization. Easier said than done. Per the official synopsis, Foundation season 3 is "set 152 years after the events of season 2" and shows how "The Foundation has become increasingly established far beyond its humble beginnings while the Cleonic Dynasty's Empire has dwindled." The new episodes will see both galactic powers forging an alliance while "a threat to the entire galaxy appears in the fearsome form of a warlord known as The Mule whose sights are set on ruling the universe by use of physical and military force, as well as mind control." Foundation season 3 episodes 1 and 2 are available to stream on Apple TV Plus on July 11. For more, check out our lists for the best movies on Apple TV Plus and the best TV shows on Apple TV Plus. New movies Opus (Max) Available: USWatch now: Max Ayo Edebiri's psychological thriller Opus is now available to stream, and it's the perfect watch if you're looking for something mysterious and challenging. Also, you can't miss John Malkovich's unhinged performance as a reclusive pop legend turned cult leader. The legendary actor has the time of his life with this role. The directorial debut from former GQ editor Mark Anthony Green, Opus follows a junior journalist who is inexplicably invited to join a select group of legacy media personalities on a weekend retreat to get a juicy exclusive. The group will have first access to the comeback album of a music legend, who has been hiding from the world for two decades and has become a total mystery for his fans. However, things don't go as planned, as the singer is surrounded by a group of weird cult followers with their own agenda. Opus is available to stream on Max from July 11. For more, check out our guides to the best HBO shows and the best HBO movies. The Assessment (Hulu) Available: USWatch now: Hulu In case you missed it in cinemas earlier this year, Marvel star Elizabeth Olsen's new movie The Assessment is available to stream on Hulu from this weekend, and it's a must-see of 2025. With an impressive 82% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, this independent sci-fi film quickly turns into a psychological nightmare that examines what it means to be human. Set in a near-future society, the film follows Mia (Olsen) and Aaryan (Himesh Patel), a successful couple who want to become parents, but resources are becoming very limited, and the government controls reproduction. They are assigned an assessor, Virginia (Alicia Vikander), who moves into their home for seven days to evaluate whether they deserve to move forward in their parenting journey. But her methods are unconventional, to say the least. Mia and Aaryan were hoping to show their way of living, but they end up having to react to Virginia's constant challenges. The Assessment is available to stream on Hulu from July 19. For more, check out our list of the best Hulu shows to watch right now. Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story (Disney Plus) Available: WorldwideWatch now: Disney Plus There are movies that changed Hollywood forever, and Jaws is definitely one of them. Steven Spielberg's classic is turning 50 this year, and we've found the perfect way to celebrate it – Hulu and Disney Plus have added the National Geographic documentary Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story to their libraries this month. Did you ever wonder how they made the shark look so terrifyingly real? Did you know that the production faced so many problems that they almost sank the movie? Alongside the memories of Steven Spielberg, the documentary follows this extraordinary journey from adapting Peter Benchley's bestselling novel to becoming one of the most iconic films ever made. According to the official synopsis, the film features rare archival footage and interviews with other Hollywood directors, top shark scientists and conservationists, as it "uncovers the behind-the-scenes chaos and how the film launched the summer blockbuster, inspired a new wave of filmmakers, and paved the way for shark conservation that continues today." Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story is available to stream on Disney Plus from July 11. For more, check out our list of the best TV shows on Disney Plus. Looking for something else to watch? Check out our list of the best Netflix movies or the best movies on Disney Plus. Solve the daily Crossword
Refinery29
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Refinery29
Is The Bear Committing 'Category Fraud'? Either Way, Ayo Edebiri Deserves Her Historic Emmy Noms
For many TV watchers The Bear and controversial Emmy nominations go hand in hand. For the last few years, every time the show scores Emmys nominations — like this year's 13 nods — the same statement inevitably gets cranked out of the discourse machine: ' The Bear is not a comedy. ' The show has consistently earned nominations and won in comedic Emmy categories, sparking outcry from viewers and critics who ask, 'How can a show about anxiety, trauma, and family breakdowns be a comedy?' But this leads to another question: In an era where genres are constantly being blurred and reimagined, do categories even matter? And further, does this whole debate overshadow artists' achievements? This year, one of The Bear's breakout stars Ayo Edebiri has made Emmys history. She's the first woman ever to be nominated for both acting and directing in a comedy series and she's the youngest Black woman to have earned three acting nominations. She's up for 'Outstanding Leading Actress in a Comedy Series' and 'Outstanding Directing For A Comedy Series' for her directing work on the episode 'Napkins'. While calling The Bear a 'comedy' might be questionable, there's no doubt that Edebiri's phenomenal work, both in front of and behind the camera, deserves recognition — and award wins. That tension between the category and the content has made The Bear a lightning rod for awards discourse and, to be fair, the 'Emmys fraud' debate isn't entirely without merit. There's a long history of shows making strategic decisions to improve their chances of success. At the Emmys, shows can submit themselves to any category they choose, so they tend to pick the one they believe they are more likely to win. Lead actors submit themselves to the supporting actor category or more dramatic shows submit themselves to the comedy categories, bending the rules to secure an award. For example, in 2014, Joe Morton — who played protagonist Oliva's father in Scandal — was submitted for the 'Outstanding Guest Star' award category despite appearing in most episodes that season. It also doesn't help that the Television Academy (who runs the Emmys) used to state for years that comedies were defined as having a run time of 30 minutes. Therefore, a show like The Bear, exploring panic attacks, grief spirals, and high-stakes emotional reckoning alongside lighter comedic moments ended up being classified as a comedy by default because most of the episodes' runtimes fit the comedic categories by definition. They changed these rules in 2021. Comedic acting has historically been undervalued, so when a show like The Bear dominates the comedy category, it raises valid concerns about whether dramas-in-disguise are crowding out more traditional, and equally deserving comedic work. The reality is TV genres straddle a medley of storytelling styles, which is great for viewers who appreciate innovation — award shows need to keep up. Bearing all this in mind, it's difficult not to feel happy for Edebiri — what matters most is her work being recognized. Her work in front of and behind the camera has been exceptional. Season 3 of The Bear often felt sluggish and struggled to find its feet, but flashback episode "Napkins" (Edebiri's directorial debut and written by Catherine Schetina) stood out as a beautiful, tender insight into chef Tina (played by Liza Colón-Zayas) and how she became who is in the kitchen. We see the working-class woman of color, mother, and wife struggle after being suddenly thrust back into the modern LinkedIn-ified world of work, pitted against graduates and younger workers vying for the same jobs, facing endless faux-polite rejections and the immense pressure to continue providing for her family in a job market that doesn't value her. A coincidental but deeply meaningful encounter with Mikey at The Beef helps Tina reinvent herself in the workplace. The Bear tends to veer between unbearably hectic and tranquil; Edebiri shows her directorial chops by directing an episode imbued with that quiet stillness. We see the camera focus on aspects of Tina's everyday routine, and watch as the stability of her life begins crumbling. Whilst this part of Tina's story is sad, she's not a pitiful figure. Edebiri gives the character a sense of fight, determination and dignity despite the anguish. Edebiri has continued to build on her skills in 2025's Season 4, directing and starring in the episode 'Worms' — a tender portrait of Blackness, family, and community whilst also a highly introspective character study. Sydney (Edebiri) is facing a long stretched out dilemma: should she stay at The Bear or leave to join Chef Adam Shapiro's new venture? As Shapiro begins to feel like an awkward mismatch rather than a viable new business partner, it's also the first time we see the show delve more explicitly into racial themes. In the episode, Shapiro doesn't understand that Sydney's hair appointment is likely to take all day, he over-explains why he's blasting an East Coast rap song, and is then surprised when she chooses to put Beethoven on instead. He expects her to "bring in Afro Caribbean influences" to the restaurant, despite the fact we've never really seen her cook that style of cuisine (Sydney is also Nigerian). Later, he asks her if she's seen the Chris Rock documentary Good Hair. He has the air of a 2020 self-described "white ally" who reduces Sydney to her racial identity, putting her in a box and diminishing her humanity. (Predictably, his good nature quickly disappears when he doesn't get what he wants from her later in the series.) ' While calling The Bear a 'comedy' might be questionable, there's no doubt that Edebiri's phenomenal work, both in front of and behind the camera, deserves recognition. ' 'Worms' also reflects the deeply familiar shared experience of Black women getting their hair done: Sydney gossiping hairstylist/cousin Chantel (played by Danielle Deadwyler who is hilarious in the episode), getting her hair braided at home rather than in a salon, the stylist code-switching on the phone then back to her authentic self with Sydney, Chantel scolding her young daughter TJ for talking back. It's a very believable portrayal of a near-universal experience for Black women. The exploration of Sydney's dilemma through her conversation with the much younger TJ is an interesting twist. There's hardly any food in the house, so they go on an impromptu shopping trip, and leisurely make a home-cooked meal; the timer on the oven is stuck at 12:00. Unlike the demands of the professional kitchen, time is suspended and Sydney has the time to contemplate her choices through the simplicity of a child-like metaphor: choosing which house to go to for a sleepover. Getting a glimpse into Sydney's familial relationships creates a contrast with Carmy (Jeremy Allen White), who can't even remember he's now an uncle. 'Worms' demonstrates deftly the tension of choosing between someone who seems "right" on paper (Shapiro) and people who — despite their flaws — feel like home (Syd's coworkers at The Bear). Edebiri's ability to convey that tension in her meandering dialogue, wide eyes, pauses, and sometimes unconvincing justifications for why she's still at The Bear is outstanding. Comedy or drama, The Bear's writing, storytelling and directing is warm, grounded, realistic and brings us back to the heart of the show: food. The Bear is often far more interested in the personal and the micro, than the political and macro, but to me it has always quietly reflected a truth about multi-racial America, particularly for working-class people. People from different backgrounds work, socialize and care about each other. The Bear restaurant is often referred to as a family— albeit a chaotic one— and that extends to something very true about people in America more broadly, contrary to the story that more Conservative power holders want to tell. In a wider landscape of ICE raids and other racially hostile policies, the quiet politics Edibiri skillfully and convincingly teases out feels important.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Generations Clash Over #MeToo in Luca Guadagnino's After the Hunt
Gen X icon Julia Roberts has to reckon with Gen Z standards around sex and safety in the provocatove trailer for After the Hunt, the latest film from filmmaker Luca Guadagnino. The trailer spells out its ambition to explore different generations' complicated views around #MeToo in an opening scene in which millennial actor Andrew Garfield's character, Frederick, confronts the younger Maggie, played by Gen Z star Ayo Edebiri. "All your generation you're just scared of saying the wrong thing," he complains. "When did offending someone become the preeminent cardinal sin?" Related Headlines 12 Shameless '80s Comedies That Don't Care If You're Offended 10 Movie Sex Scenes Someone Should Have Stopped 12 Big Bang Theory Castmates: Where Are They Now? "Maybe it's around the same time your generation started making sweeping generalizations about ours?" she responds. But the cocktail party chatter goes down a darker corridor when Edebiri's character goes to the mentor, Alma, played by Julia Roberts. It quickly becomes apparent that Alma doesn't take Maggie's accusation as seriously as Maggie believes she should, and things escalate. Then Frederick comes forward with a familiar defense — a claim that Maggie is just weaponizing an accusation of misconduct to get what she wants. "I caught Maggie cheating," he tells Alma. "I told her I suspected she plagiarized. And then the next day — utter fabrication." We also learn that Anna has secrets of her own. At one point, one of Alma's colleagues, played by another Gen X icon, Chloe Sevigngy, makes a startling admission that may sound familiar to Gen Xers and Baby Boomers who endured harassment and worse prior to the #MeToo movement: "I believe her. But whatever happened to stuffing everything down like the rest of us?" More After the Hunt Details It's a blunt, provocative setup, one to which audiences will no doubt bring their own pre-existing notions. The film seems very much in line with the prolific Guadagnino's string of other provocative films, including Call Me By Your Name and Challengers. The film's title also feels like a dare — does the hunt refer to a predator's hunt for victims? Or is it a reference the claims by some people snared by #MeToo that they were caught in a witch hunt? The trailer, notably, does not seem to take a side. The film was shot by cinematographer Malik Hassan Sayeed, who used 35mm film and is returning to feature films after 25 years. He is known for films including films such as Spike Lee's Clockers (1995) and He Got Game (1998). The score is from the ever-reliable Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross. The film, written by Nora Garrett, arrives in theaters in New York and Los Angeles October 10 and expands October 17 from Amazon MGM Studios. Main image: Julia Roberts in After the Hunt. Amazon MGM Studios. Related Headlines 12 Shameless '80s Comedies That Don't Care If You're Offended 10 Movie Sex Scenes Someone Should Have Stopped 12 Big Bang Theory Castmates: Where Are They Now? Solve the daily Crossword
Geek Tyrant
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
AFTER THE HUNT Trailer Sees Julia Roberts Face a Shattering #MeToo Scandal with Andrew Garfield and Ayo Edebiri — GeekTyrant
Luca Guadagnino ( Call Me by Your Name, Challengers ) is back, and this time he's diving straight into the chaos of power, morality, and the #MeToo era with his upcoming psychological drama After the Hunt . The first trailer has been released, and it's tense, layered, and brimming with the kind of unease Guadagnino thrives on. Julia Roberts leads the film as a college professor who finds herself walking a razor's edge between loyalty, integrity, and survival when a scandal threatens to unravel her life. According to the official synopsis, After the Hunt follows a professor who 'finds herself at a personal and professional crossroad when a star student (Ayo Edebiri) levels an accusation against one of her colleagues (Andrew Garfield), threatening to expose a dark secret from her own past.' The trailer wastes no time setting the tone. It opens with Garfield's Hank delivering a barbed line aimed squarely at Gen Z: 'All your generation, you're scared of saying the wrong thing. When did offending someone become the preeminent cardinal sin?' Edebiri's Maggie isn't having it: 'Maybe it's around the same time your generation started making sweeping generalizations about ours?' The footage teases both Hank and Maggie's complicated, and possibly dangerous, fixations on Roberts' character. Everything detonates when Maggie arrives at the professor's home, shaken and accusing Hank of sexual assault. Hank fires back, claiming Maggie has been cheating in class. What begins as a battle of perspectives quickly ignites into a storm of accusations, secrets, and racial and generational fault lines. Guadagnino, known for exploring messy human desires and moral ambiguities, looks to be at his sharpest here, turning the academic world into a battlefield of identity politics, ethics, and raw ambition. The R-rated drama features an impressive supporting cast, including Michael Stuhlbarg and Chloë Sevigny. After The Hunt hits theaters in New York and L.A. on October 10, before expanding nationwide on October 17.
