Summer may be underway, but rain and chilly nights mean it’s not the best time to enjoy a barbecue or sundowner. Make the most of the gloomy British weather and stream some hot shows instead. There’s a ton of finales and long-awaited sequels to look forward to. From exclusive feature films and limited series starring some of Hollywood’s biggest stars (including Nicole Kidman and Jake Gyllenhaal) to moving historical documentaries covering everything from ’80s music legends to high-stakes court cases, we’re particularly excited for these two: Doctor Who and Bridgerton Bottom line. Here are the best new movies and TV shows you can stream in June 2024.
Mayor of Kingstown Season 3, Paramount+
The series, which began airing this week, has seen tensions rise as a tragedy strikes in Kingstown and a new face emerges in the ranks of Russian gangsters. For those unfamiliar with this high-stakes drama, Mayor of Kingstown This crime drama follows the McCluskey family, the powerful families of Kingstown, Michigan, where prisons are big business, as police, criminals, prisoners, guards and politicians all intertwine to restore order, tackling today’s pressing themes of racism, exploitation and injustice.
release: June 2, 2024
Truth vs. Alex JonesNow TV
Few have forgotten the shocking tragedy of the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre in Connecticut, when 20-year-old Adam Lanza shot and killed 26 people, most of them children aged 6 and 7. Yet for years, conspiracy theorist Alex Jones vociferously denied that the incident ever happened, and he has made millions of dollars spreading these harmful conspiracy theories as his website Infowars draws a growing audience. Filmed over a period of four years, the incident was Truth vs. Alex Jones It chronicles the courtroom drama and historic outcome of two defamation lawsuits brought against Jones by the victims’ families.
release: June 5, 2024
Let the canary singParamount+
Directed by Emmy Award-winning documentarian Alison Ellwood Let the canary sing “It chronicles Lauper’s meteoric rise to stardom and the profound impact she has had on a generation through her music, evolving punk style, unwavering feminism and tireless advocacy.” Fans and new audiences alike are taken on a pop-fueled trip down memory lane, tracing the life, laughs, loves, hits and community activism of an iconic music star. A girl just wants to have fun…
release: June 5, 2024
Presumed innocentApple TV+
Jake Gyllenhaal serves as executive producer. The New York Times The Hollywood icon, who also wrote the bestselling novel of the same name, will captivate audiences in the lead role of Chief Deputy District Attorney Rusty Sabich. A horrific murder case rocks the Chicago DA’s office when an employee there is accused of being a suspect. The result is a gripping series packed with grit, thrills, power struggles and drama. The star-studded cast also includes Ruth Negga, Bill Camp, Elizabeth Marvel, Peter Sarsgaard, OT Fagbenle and Renate Reinsweg.
release: June 12, 2024
Bridgerton Season 3, Part 2, Netflix
The nation is shivering in its corsets, waiting for the last drop. Bridgertonis set to release four episodes this month in the sensual third installment of The Bridgerton Show. Streaming giant Netflix has been releasing endless behind-the-scenes snapshots to whet our appetites as we patiently follow Colin and Penelope’s passionate love story to the very end. With the third Bridgerton sibling still clueless about the true identity of his fiancée’s alter-ego, Lady Whistledown, and vowing to uncover it at all costs, we can expect plenty of drama to unfold in high society. Hurry up and grab part two!
release: June 13, 2024
the boys Season 4, Prime Video
A fast-paced, satirical superhero series based on the comic book series of the same name, this is the latest in a series that definitely shouldn’t be shown to kids. the boys The series follows the crew into dark times. The first episode begins with a world on the brink as the boys desperately try to stop the power-hungry “Supermen” before it’s too late. In this irreverent look at what happens when Superheroes abuse their powers, the boys go on a heroic quest to uncover the truth about The Seven and Vought, the multi-billion dollar conglomerates that control Superheroes and cover up their deep, dirty secrets.
release: June 13, 2024
House of the Dragon Season 2, Now TV
Unleash your inner dragon this summer with the highly anticipated return House of the Dragonis back with a smash hit second season. Following on from season one, the series is set 200 years before the titanic mega-series. game of thronesand relive the sordid, sexy tale of House Targaryen’s lust for power. Picking up where viewers left off, Westeros is on the brink of civil war (again) as the Green Council and Black Council fight for King Aegon and Queen Rhaenyra. The trailer features a captivating mix of action, drama, romance and gore, as well as some of the best fight scenes to date.
release: June 17, 2024
Black BarbieNetflix
The film celebrates the enormous, historic impact three Black women have had on the development and diversification of Mattel’s international Barbie brand, telling the story of how the first Black Barbie was created in 1980. Examining the crucial role doll representation plays in early childhood development, this important documentary is shown to be a continuing shaping factor in a young child’s sense of self, identity and imagination, and is full of charismatic insider stories. That’s My Barbie!
release: June 19, 2024
Isle of Wight Festival 2024, Now TV
For all the music lovers who couldn’t get tickets to the actual event (or just hate portable toilets), this is the perfect event to see some of the biggest acts of the summer at this year’s Isle of Wight Festival without having to leave your home. Dance to tunes from Pet Shop Boys, The Prodigy and Green Day, while also enjoying performances from The Streets, Keane, Simple Minds, Jessie J and more – without having to queue for a warm, overpriced beer.
release: June 20-23, 2024
Doctor Who: Empire of the DeadBBC iPlayer/Disney+
A spectacular two-part finale Doctor Who Season 14, The Legend of Ruby Sunday and Death Empirewill hit cinemas across the board on June 21st, while sofa surfers can watch it from the comfort of their own homes on the same day. So far, fans have seen Ncuti Gatwa’s Doctor join Ruby Sunday in taking on the Bogeyman and the Maestro, retelling the tale of the Battle of Castallion 3. Watch as the duo arrive at UNIT HQ on a covert mission only to discover a mysterious secret awaits.
release: June 21, 2024
Family issuesNetflix
Starring Hollywood heavyweights Zac Efron, Nicole Kidman and Joey King, this funny, chilling story begins when Zara (King) accidentally sees her boss and her mother in bed together. As an unlikely romance begins, a host of coincidences about love, relationships and privacy are to be expected. Directed by Richard LaGravenese (Beautiful creatures, P.S. I love you) describes the work as “a coming-of-age story about three characters at different stages in their lives.”
release: June 28, 2024
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