With Prime Video, Hulu, Disney+, Max (formerly HBO Max), Apple TV+, Paramount+, Netflix, Peacock, Starz and even more streaming services, there’s no shortage of options when choosing what to binge-watch in your free time. However, sometimes, the sheer amount of great films and television shows available to stream can be overwhelming and lead to aimless scrolling.
Scroll no more! To help, we’ve rounded up the best movies and TV shows to stream this week, including new arrivals, nostalgia-filled favorites, book-to-screen adaptations and more. For the week of August 26 through September 1, 2024, there are several much-anticipated streaming releases worthy of a watch, including the fourth season of Only Murders in the Building.
There are more new movies and notable television shows to look forward to watching in your downtime this week. Movie night is covered with Fall Guy, starring Barbie‘s Ryan Gosling and Oppenheimer‘s Emily Blunt. Prime Video’s Lord of the Rings series, The Rings of Power, returns for its second season. Jeff Goldblum plays the king of the gods, Zeus, in a new Netflix series. Plus, K-Pop fans and Baywatch lovers have new documentaries they won’t want to miss.
It’s time to make your weekly streaming plans. Here are this week’s best TV shows and movies to stream.
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Only Murders in the Building (Season 4)
In addition to investigating a new murder, the podcasting trio is the subject of a new Hollywood film. The actors playing the roles join the crew as they look for clues. Eugene Levy is cast as Charles’ character (Steve Martin), Eva Longoria plays Mabel’s character (Selena Gomez) and Zach Galifianakis plays Oliver’s character (Martin Short). If this season wasn’t star-studded enough, Meryl Streep, Melissa McCarthy and Molly Shannon also make appearances. The fourth season of Only Murders in the Building premieres on Hulu on August 27.
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (Season 2)
Fans of the Lord of the Rings will be excited for the return of Prime Video’s The Rings of Power. Picking up from last season’s events, the Dark Lord continues to rebuild his strength. Kingdoms fracture and friendships break as elves, dwarves, men, wizards and Harfoots must come together. Watch season 2 of the epic series when it premieres on Prime Video on August 29.
The Fall Guy
Ryan Gosling plays Colt Seavers, a professional Hollywood stuntman in The Fall Guy. Colt’s ex, movie director Jody Moreno (Emily Blunt), enlists his help on set when their lead star goes missing. They quickly find themselves in real danger as a sinister criminal plot unfolds. Previously only available in theaters or to buy or rent online, The Fall Guy comes to streaming on August 30 on Peacock.
Kaos (Season 1)
The dysfunctional family who rules the world, the Gods of Olympus, are at the center of Netflix’s new series Kaos. Jeff Goldblum plays Zeus, who is spiraling into paranoia as signs of an ancient prophecy come to light. Set in the modern day, three humans discover an unexpected connection between each other. Kaos premieres on Netflix on August 29.
After Baywatch: Moment in the Sun
First released in 1989, Baywatch became a cultural phenomenon. David Hasselhoff, Carmen Electra and Pamela Anderson were just a few of the major talents portraying a team of lifeguards keeping beaches safe. After Baywatch: Moment in the Sun is a docuseries with exclusive interviews from over 35 members of the cast and crew coming to Hulu. Learn about behind-the-scenes dynamics, struggles and friendships when the docuseries drops to Hulu on August 28.
K-Pop Idols
The life of a glamorous K-Pop star is being documented in Apple TV+’s latest docuseries K-Pop Idols — and it’s clear the career is anything but easy. Giving an unprecedented, behind-the-scenes look into some of the most popular talents, including BLACKSWAN, CRAVITY, and Jessi, viewers will learn about what it takes to become a Korean superstar. K-Pop Idols is a six-part series premiering on Apple TV+ on August 30.
Drive Away Dolls
Poor Things‘ Margaret Qualley and Miracle Workers‘ Geraldine Viswanathan play two friends in desperate need of a getaway. Due to a miscommunication, the duo unknowingly rents a car holding a secret stash meant for a criminal operation. Chaos ensues as they find themselves being chased by unsavory characters. Drive Away Dolls is packed with talent, including appearances from Matt Damon, Pedro Pascal, Colman Domingo and Beanie Feldstein. As a bonus, anyone can watch this film streaming on Freevee now at no cost.
The Killer
Action director John Woo’s latest project is The Killer. Emmy-nominee Nathalie Emmanuel plays Zee, an infamous assassin who is mentored by a mysterious handler (Sam Worthington). When sent to take care of a young woman, (Space Force‘s Diana Silvers), Zee falters on the job for the first time. Her decision to disobey orders leads to alliances breaking and the attention of local law enforcement. The Killer premiered on Peacock on August 23.
Untold: The Murder of Air McNair
Steve McNair, who was nicknamed ‘Air McNair’ during his impressive NFL quarterback career, was killed by multiple gunshot wounds in 2009. Untold: The Murder of Air McNair goes into the professional athlete’s murder and the events that unfolded before and after the tragic occurrence. This is the first of three stories for Netflix’s Untold series, which investigates shocking situations in the world of sports. Untold: The Murder of Air McNair premiered on August 20.
Classified (Season 1)
When Ella Gardner (The Orville‘s Imani Pullum) finds herself in legal trouble after a protest, she has to move from California to South Africa. Living with her estranged father in a new country is challenging enough, but Ella soon learns her step-mom is a major player in the CIA, complicating things further. On top of it all, she’s trying to succeed at an international school with the most elite students. Classified premiered on Prime Video on August 22.
Muslim Matchmaker (Season 1)
Brought to you by the creator of Indian Matchmaking, Muslim Matchmaker is a new unscripted series coming to Hulu. Hoda and Yasmin, two expert matchmakers, are helping Muslim American singles find love without relying on dating apps. From the cringiest dates to instant connections, this show navigates the complexities of dating for modern singles of the faith. The complete season of Muslim Matchmaker dropped to Hulu on August 20.
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga
Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth star in Furiosa, the latest installation of the Mad Max Saga. This dystopian action film gives viewers the origin story of the warrior Furiosa (played by Charlize Theron in the 2015 film). Furiosa, taken from her family, faces many trials on her quest to find her way back home. Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga premiered on Max on August 16.
Emily in Paris (Season 4) – Part One
As of August 15, Lily Collins is back as Emily Cooper in Netflix’s hit series Emily in Paris. Emily finds herself single after the events with her neighbor Gabriel (Lucas Bravo) and her ex-boyfriend Alfie (Lucien Laviscount) in season 3. Both suitors reenter Emily’s orbit shortly after she decides to embrace the single life and consider new men. Will it finally work out for one of these past lovers? Fans may have to wait to find out until part 2 of season 4 drops on September 12.
JACKPOT!
Starring John Cena and Awkwafina, JACKPOT! is directed by Bridesmaids‘ director Paul Feig. Set in 2030, Katie (Awkwafina) unexpectedly wins a Grand Jackpot and becomes a murder target as people try to steal her ticket to claim the money for themselves. Unexpected help comes from Noel (Cena) who vows to help her make it alive until she can cash out the prize. Simu Liu, Seann William Scott and Machine Gun Kelly also star in JACKPOT!, which premiered on Prime Video on August 15.
Bad Monkey
Andrew Yancy (Vince Vaughn) is let go from his detective job at the Miami PD due to his reckless behavior. Looking for work, he takes on the task of delivering a package to a recent widow (Meredith Hagner). When the wife doesn’t appear to be upset at her husband’s passing, he believes she has something to do with his untimely death. Diving back into the world of investigation, Yancy quickly finds himself in danger. Bad Monkey premiered on Apple TV+ on August 14.
Night Swim
Starring The Falcon and the Winter Soldier‘s Wyatt Russell and The Banshees of Inisherin‘s Kerry Condon, Night Swim will now be available on streaming after its run in theaters. Night Swim tells the story of the Waller family as they move into their new home. Excited to take advantage of the house’s swimming pool (which hasn’t been used in 15 years), the family soon learns something sinister resides in the depths. Night Swim premiered on Freevee on August 13.
RuPaul’s Drag Race Global All Stars
The Olympics may be over, but you can still watch the best competitors around the globe go head-to-head in RuPaul’s Drag Race Global All Stars. RuPaul has gathered the most fierce drag performers around the world to compete for a grand prize of $200,000. Alyssa Edwards from the original series and the All-Stars series will be representing the United States. RuPaul’s Drag Race Global All Stars premiered on Paramount+ on August 16.
The Instigators
Matt Damon and Casey Affleck star in The Instigators, a film about a heist gone wrong. When a desperate father (Damon) and ex-con (Affleck) are out of options, they partner up to rob a corrupt politician. When things go sideways, the two quickly realize they’re in over their heads. They convince a therapist (Hong Chau) to help them out before things get messy. The Instigators premiered on Apple TV+ on August 9.
Dance Moms: A New Era
Dance Moms is back, but with a new generation of dancers and moms, and a different coach at the center. Dance Moms: A New Era is everything you know and love about the original, just with new faces and new drama. Young dancers will be pushed to their limit as they try and take their skills to the next level. Dance Moms: A New Era premiered on Hulu on August 7.
The Umbrella Academy (Season 4)
The fourth and final season of Netflix’s Umbrella Academy premiered on August 8. This season, the Hargreeves siblings will go up against The Keepers. While we don’t know exactly what’s in store, based on past seasons we are sure to expect epic fight scenes, hilarious quips and all the dysfunctional family drama.
Are You Sure?!
Before their military enlistment, BTS’s Jimin and Jung Kook had a summer of fun in 2023. These moments are documented in Disney+’s new series Are You Sure?! The pair from the popular K-pop group vacation in the United States where they try new experiences that ultimately lead to chaos and laughter. The first two episodes of Are You Sure?! dropped to Disney+ on August 8.
French Girl
Zach Braff and Vanessa Hudgens star in French Girl, a movie now streaming on Freevee. Braff plays Gordon, a hopeless romantic who has his world turned upside down when his girlfriend moves to Quebec. To make things worse, his girlfriend will now be working closely with her ex (Hudgens). Misadventures ensue as Gordon does all he can to win back the love of his life.
Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Chicago Bears
The Emmy-winning sports series, Hard Knocks is back for its 19th edition. This year the documentary crew will follow the Chicago Bears at their training camp as they prepare for the upcoming NFL season. Football fans will get to go behind the scenes and see how General Manager Ryan Poles and Head Coach Matt Eberflus run the Chicago Bears. The first episode of Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Chicago Bears premiered on Max on August 6.
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
Wes Ball, whose past projects include the Maze Runner trilogy, directs the latest film in the Planet of the Apes franchise. In Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, the apes have completely taken over and live in harmony, while humans hide in the shadows. When a new leader takes over and wants to end the human threat forever, an unlikely alliance forms between one human (The Witcher‘s Freya Allan) and a primate. The movie premiered on Hulu on August 2.
Elizabeth Taylor: The Lost Tapes
Elizabeth Taylor passed over a decade ago, but now viewers can hear the Hollywood icon’s story in her own words. Newly recovered interviews of Taylor have given unprecedented insight into the star’s life and are being shared in HBO’s latest documentary. Describing the complexity of her life and the struggles she faced through her legendary career, Taylor’s tapes provide viewers with a new side of the Cleopatra actress. Elizabeth Taylor: The Lost Tapes premiered on Max on August 3.
Batman: Caped Crusader
Prime Video’s take on Batman is already hitting the headlines with Minnie Driver voicing a gender-swapped Penguin. The new animated series, Batman: Caped Crusader, centers around Bruce Wayne’s quest for justice and the unexpected ramifications. Rated TV-14, this take on the DC hero is geared toward an older audience. All episodes of the show are now streaming via Prime Video.
Betrayal: A Father’s Secret (Docuseries)
ABC News Studio is releasing a second season of the docuseries, Betrayal, based on a popular true crime podcast. This season follows Ashley Lytton, a mother of three who accidentally discovers a sinister secret about her husband, Jason. The series follows the devastating series of events as Ashley and her family grapple with untangling a web of lies and truths. Betrayal: A Father’s Secret premiered on Hulu on July 30.
Futurama (Season 12)
Fry, Bender, Leela and the rest of the Planet Express gang are back for season 12 of Futurama. This is the second season debuting on Hulu since the revival of the beloved series. We don’t know exactly what is in store for the crew of the interplanetary delivery service, but we imagine they will travel to new worlds and find themselves on hilarious adventures. New episodes of Futurama will drop to Hulu each Monday.
Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie
In honor of SpongeBob’s 25th Anniversary, Sandy Cheeks is getting her very own movie on Netflix. When Bikini Bottom and its inhabitants are scooped out of the ocean, it’s up to the air-breathing Sandy to save the town. While many of your favorite aquatic characters — including Squidward and Patrick — will make appearances, this movie mostly takes place on land as Sandy enlists the help of her southern squirrel family to rescue her friends. Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie premiered on Netflix on August 2.
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Dress My Tour
Fans of Project Runway will want to check out Dress My Tour. Eleven fashion designers will compete to see their dreams of creating a look for the world’s biggest stars come true. Each week, Kate Upton will host as incredibly talented artists including JoJo Siwa, Ty Dolla $ign, Paula Abdul and Toni Braxton have fashion collections designed for their upcoming tours. But it’s not just the prestige these designers are after: They can also win $100,000. All episodes of the first season of Dress My Tour dropped to Hulu on July 23.
Time Bandits
Based on the 1981 film, Time Bandits is a new show coming to Apple TV+ created for television with the help of Taika Waititi. Starring Lisa Kudrow, Time Bandits follows Kevin (Kal-El Tuck) an 11-year-old history buff who accidentally goes back in time. Kevin must work with unlikely allies (a group of time-traveling thieves led by Kudrow’s character) to get back to save his family and home. Rated PG, this is a series the whole family can enjoy. Time Bandits premiered on Apple TV+ on July 24.
Knox Goes Away
Michael Keaton directs Knox Goes Away, an action-packed thriller starring Keaton, James Marsden, Al Pacino and Marcia Gay Harden. In the film, a professional hitman (Keaton) develops a rapid form of dementia with only weeks to live. When his son (Marsden) needs help clearing his name, the contract killer, who is losing his grasp of reality, must solve a case before the police do and before his time runs out. Knox Goes Away premiered on Max on July 26.
Simone Biles Rising
Simone Biles shocked the world when she left the 2020 Tokoyo Olympics. In Netflix’s new series, Simone Biles Rising, Biles gets candid about this time in her life and the impact the events had on her mental health. The two-part series documents the steps Biles has taken since that day and how she moved on to a path of success for the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics. Simone Biles Rising premiered on Netflix on July 17.
My Spy The Eternal City
Looking for an action-packed film filled with hilarious scenes? Dave Bautista and Chloe Coleman are back for a second My Spy film, where they find themselves in Italy on a school trip. However, when the Vatican is under attack, the mission changes. Along with the iconic pair, other big stars like Ken Jeong, Kristen Schaal, Anna Faris and Craig Robinson appear in the movie. My Spy The Eternal City premiered on Prime Video on July 18.
Those About to Die
Anthony Hopkins and Game of Thrones‘ Iwan Rheon star in Peaock’s series Those About to Die. Set in the early Roman Empire, this show leads viewers into the gruesome sports where beasts battled soldiers to entertain the masses. The bloody, gladiatorial competitions are happening as the politics and dynasties begin to explode. Those About to Die premiered on Peacock on July 18.
Love Lies Bleeding
Kristen Stewart, Ed Harris and Katy O’Brian star in the A24 film Love Lies Bleeding. Lou (Stewart) is a reclusive gym owner who falls for a new bodybuilder in town, Jackie (O’Brian). As Jackie begins to work for the family’s gun range, she learns Lou Sr. (Harris) is actually at the center of a criminal enterprise. Love Lies Bleeding premiered on Max on July 19.
Descendents: The Rise of Red
Brandy and Paolo Montalban reprised their iconic Cinderella and Prince Charming roles in Disney+’s original movie, Descendents: The Rose of Red. In the fourth franchise of the Descendents series, Red, the daughter of the infamous Queen of Hearts, is invited to Auradon Prep. Red is excited about the experience, but her mother takes over campus in a coup on her first day. To save the school, Red and Cinderella’s daughter must go back in time to stop Red’s mom from becoming a villain. The family-friendly film premiered on Friday, July 12.
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