Every week, our staff of film and TV experts scour the entertainment industry to select the 10 best new/newer shows available to stream at home. A lot of thought goes into the selections, and the debates about what to include and what not to include can sometimes get heated and feelings can get hurt, but that’s okay – this is an important service to you, our readers. So, here are this week’s picks:
15. Doctor Who (Disney Plus)
Doctor Who The show is split into two eras: the original from 1963 to 1989, and the current renewal that began in 2005. The new season will be the 14th since its revival, but it is officially calledDoctor Who Did you understand everything in Season 1? Doctor Who If you’re a fan, sure. But for everyone else who’s probably super confused, this iconic British series is now on Disney+ and easier than ever to watch, starring Ncuti Gatwa as the Doctor and Millie Gibson as his sidekick, the lovely named Ruby Sunday. Is it too early to start dreaming of the TARDIS at Disney World?it’s not!)
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14. evil (Paramount Plus)
Evil doesn’t exist — at least not in this show. evil It will not air after this season. This is the final season for the Robert and Michelle King-created series, which made a successful transition from CBS to Paramount Plus. evil is often referred to as “the best show you’re not watching.” The X-FilesThere’s a pretty good, oh-so-esque premise to back that up: “A skeptical female psychologist joins a novice priest and a contractor to investigate the church’s mountain of unsolved mysteries, including miracles, demonic possession, and ghostly phenomena. Is there a logical explanation, or is something truly supernatural at work?”
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13. Under Paris (Netflix)
Even authority figures like Stephen King praised the Netflix shark movie. Under Paris It’s going to be a joke movie. Sharknado“But then I saw it on Twitter and decided to check it out. It was a really good film. The last 25 minutes were amazing,” he says. Tweeted41 million people agree.
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12. The first signs (Hulu)
“Oh no, another unnecessary horror prequel,” right? No! Directed by Alkasha Stevenson, The first signs It is one of the most visually striking horror films in recent memory. Nell Tiger Free (Myrcella Baratheon) game of thrones() stars brilliantly as an American sent to Rome to work for the church. But once there, “she encounters a darkness that forces her to question her faith and uncovers a terrifying plot to bring about the birth of a demon incarnate.” It’s annoying when that happens, but it’s not annoying to watch this movie. The first signs.
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11. Am I okay? (Max)
Comedian Tig Notaro’s directorial debut Am I okay? It premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2022 and was well received. The film stars Dakota Johnson and Sonoya Mizuno ( House of the Dragon Coming out next week, two best friends, Lucy and Jane, think they know everything about each other until Lucy reveals a secret: she’s a lesbian. The synopsis reads, “When Jane tries to help Lucy, their friendship is thrown into turmoil.” Will I be okay? Watch this show and you’ll be okay. Am I okay?
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Ten. Godzilla Minus One (Netflix)
American Godzilla movies Godzilla vs. Kong: The New Empire is fun, but the recent Japanese Godzilla movies are masterpieces. Shin Godzilla It was the series’ best installment since the 1954 original, Godzilla Minus One Directed by Takashi Yamazaki, the film was a sensation, grossing over $100 million worldwide and winning an Oscar, both firsts for a Godzilla film released by Toho Studios. If you missed it, Godzilla Minus One It’s currently streaming on Netflix.
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9. We are female genitalia (peacock)
We are female genitalia is the kind of show that’s worth subscribing to your streaming service. If you don’t have Peacock, check out creator Nida Manzoor’s raucous, Peabody Award-winning comedy about an all-female British Muslim punk band. The cast is amazing, led by Lady Parts members Anjana Vasan (guitarist Amina), Sarah Kameela Impey (singer Saira), Juliette Motamed (drummer Ayesha) and Faith Omole (bassist Bisma), and the soundtrack is amazing. Enjoy Bashir With the Good Beard.
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8. Perfect Days (Hulu)
To quote Lou Reed, “Oh, it’s a perfect day / I’m glad we’re together.” Perfect DaysLatest Movies from Paris, Texas Director Wim Wenders follows Hirayama (Yakusho Koji), a man living alone in Tokyo who makes a living as a cleaner in public toilets, but in his spare time, he enjoys listening to music, reading, and taking photos of trees. Perfect Days The story isn’t all that interesting, but this Oscar-nominated film is a great look at what it means to be human – after all, what is life if not to take pride in your work and persevere in the little pleasures?
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7. Acolyte (Disney Plus)
Yes, that’s another Star Wars Show. But Acolyte There’s a lot to love about this show. First of all, it features a Wookiee Jedi. It’s the fulfillment of all those Star Wars dreams you’ve had since you were 10 years old. Also, this series is Russian DollLeslye Headland, Amandla Stenberg, Lee Jung-jae, Charlie Barnett, Jodie Turner-Smith, Manny Jacinto ( The Good Place!) is solid. Acolyte This film is set long before the prequels, so it doesn’t visit Tatooine or mention the name “Skywalker.” That alone makes it worth watching.
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6. Monkey Man (peacock)
Dev Patel has poured blood, sweat and hard work into his directorial debut. Monkey Man It tells the story of a man named Kid (Patel) who plots revenge against the men who took everything from him. John Wick It’s no imitation, it’s a genuinely made film, and it has some bone-crunching action scenes.
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Five. Presumed innocent (Apple TV Plus)
Presumed innocent This all-star legal thriller, created by David E. Kelley and produced by J.J. Abrams, stars Jake Gyllenhaal as a lead assistant prosecutor accused of murder. According to Apple TV Plus, “The series explores the power and limitations of obsession, sex, politics and love as the accused struggle to save their family and marriage.” Fun fact: Gyllenhaal’s role was originally played by Harrison Ford in the 1990 film of the same name.
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Four. Hitman (Netflix)
Hitman is funny, sexy and glamorous. So why didn’t this crowd-pleasing film get a theatrical release? “I don’t know,” said director Richard Linklater. Decider Speaking about the lack of studio interest in his film, he said: “People are scared. [The movie] It’s not one thing. This is not a Hitman movie.” Hitman If this film, starring the incredibly hot duo of Glen Powell and Adria Arjona, proves to be a big enough hit for Netflix that it will likely result in a 4,000-screen sequel. Or, better yet, multiple sequels.
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3. Remembering Gene Wilder (Netflix)
Gene Wilder, one of the great comedic talents of his generation (or any generation), Remembering Gene WilderThis documentary is Blazing Saddles, Young Frankensteinand Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory She stars in a series of “touching and funny clips, outtakes and never-before-seen home movies.” [and] It also features narration from Wilder’s audiobook memoir,” as well as interviews with Mel Brooks, Alan Alda and Carol Kane.
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2. House of the Dragon (Max)
in front House of the Dragon At the time of the premiere, I was worried that it would just be a shameless extension of game of thrones Brands. Check but don’t engage with DLC. Those concerns were unfounded. House of the Dragon immediately, Throne (Disappointing finale aside, it remains one of the best shows of the 2010s.) The show exists on its own terms, and you don’t need any prior knowledge of Westeros to enjoy this big-budget soap opera. House of the Dragon It won’t become a monoculture giant. game of thrones It was. No show is like that anymore. But it doesn’t have to be. House of the Dragon Going well game of thrones‘ Shadow in the Shape of a Dragon (you can read our review here ).
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1. the boys (Prime Video)
I’ll try to offer up some short and not-so-sweet random thoughts I had while watching the entire season a few days ago. First, here’s the bookend approach:
– When the credits rolled for the first episode, the first thing I thought was, “Wow, I’ve never seen that body part on a TV show before.”
— and when the credits rolled for the season finale, I felt “utterly devastated. Invigorated. Devastated. Oh, I love TV.” (Read the full review here.)
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