Summer Just Got Better
If your watchlist has room, make space immediately because July’s lineup is arriving in style. The month brings new obsessions and surprising returns that are destined to keep you talking long after the credits roll.
Squid Game Season 3
The final chapter of Squid Game brings Gi-hun (player 456) back into the game with a new plan and deeper motivations. This season closes the loop on his story while revealing more about the masterminds behind it. As of July 8, it was Netflix’s third most-watched title.
Squid Game: Season 3 | Official Trailer | Netflix by Netflix
Happy Gilmore 2
Almost three decades after his first swing, Happy Gilmore returns in a sequel to the 1996 comedy classic. Now older and broke, he’s back on the golf course to save his finances. The movie debuts on Netflix on July 25 and features a few beloved faces from the original.
Happy Gilmore 2 Trailer #1 (2025) by Rotten Tomatoes Trailers
Marked Season 1
Babalwa, a former police officer, takes center stage in Marked, which will premiere on Netflix on July 31. Her daughter’s urgent medical needs prompt her to plan a high-stakes heist. Sydney Dire, Akin Omotoso, and Steven Pillemer created the series, which plays out in six tightly paced episodes.
Marked | Official Trailer | Netflix by AfricaOnNetflix
Foundation Season 3
Apple TV+ brings back Isaac Asimov’s sci-fi saga in mid-July with a third season that intensifies both scale and stakes. As the “Second Foundation” begins to take shape, internal conflict rattles the Empire. Meanwhile, Hari Seldon’s plan encounters fresh obstacles in this web of prophecy and power.
Foundation — Season 3 Official Trailer | Apple TV+ by Apple TV
Ginny & Georgia Season 3
After hitting Netflix on June 5, Season 3 of Ginny & Georgia has remained a trending title throughout July. Georgia faces trial while Ginny’s loyalties begin to shift. Two new recurring characters join the mix, as the series stays firmly planted in Netflix’s global Top 5.
Ginny & Georgia: Season 3 | Official Trailer | Netflix by Netflix
The Old Guard 2
Charlize Theron returns to the action in The Old Guard 2, where new immortal warriors stir up both conflict and chemistry. As Nile steps into a more powerful role, director Victoria Mahoney shapes the sequel’s evolving vision. To match the story’s global scope, filming spanned a range of European locations.
The Old Guard 2 | Official Trailer | Netflix by Netflix
WWE: Unreal
WWE: Unreal, a Netflix docuseries premiering July 29, offers rare access to the backstage reality of wrestling. Produced by Omaha Productions, NFL Films, Skydance Sports, and WWE itself, the series captures scripted drama taking form through pitch rooms, writers’s meetings, and the chaos of this theatrical sports world.
WWE: Unreal | Official Teaser | Netflix by Netflix
The Sandman Season 2
New characters like Delirium and Destiny step into focus as The Sandman Season 2 begins its two-part rollout. Launched on Netflix July 3, it includes Patton Oswalt and Mark Hamill reprising their roles as Matthew the Raven and Mervyn Pumpkinhead in this haunting fantasy adaptation.
The Sandman: Season 2 | Volume 2 Official Teaser | Netflix by Netflix
Too Much Season 1
Lena Dunham’s new rom-com Too Much draws directly from her own experiences living in London. The show centers on a heartbroken American who falls into a messy romance with a local musician. It’s co-produced by the team behind Notting Hill and premieres on Netflix on July 10.
Too Much Season 1 Trailer by Rotten Tomatoes TV
Rage Season 1
Rage, which arrived on July 11 on Max, draws its force from five standalone stories led by women teetering on the edge. Created and directed by Felix Sabroso, the anthology explores harassment and retaliation, with each episode steadily tightening the emotional screws as the stakes rise.
Rage | Official Trailer | Max by HBO Max
Under A Dark Sun
A quiet French flower farm becomes the unsettling backdrop for Under a Dark Sun, which debuted on Netflix on July 9. Here, a woman is accused of killing her long-lost father. Generally, the show explores buried trauma and family ties that stretch past breaking point.
Under a Dark Sun - Official Trailer | Netflix by MVSRS
Sinners (Film)
Written and directed by Ryan Coogler, Sinners follows twin brothers Smoke and Stack Moore—both played by Michael B Jordan—who return to 1932 Mississippi to open a juke joint. There, they confront racial violence, bloodthirsty vampires, and personal ghosts. The movie started streaming on Max on July 4, 2025.
Sinners | Official Trailer by Warner Bros.
Leanne Season 1
A woman starting over at 50 finds herself back in her Tennessee hometown, surrounded by quirky relatives and plenty of fresh chaos. Leanne, co-created by Leanne Morgan and Chuck Lorre, is a multi-camera sitcom that will premiere on Netflix on July 31. It leans fully into classic comfort with a Southern twist.
Leanne | Official Trailer | Netflix by Netflix
Heads Of State
Heads of State on Prime Video will have you laughing and living through chaos when world leaders find themselves in the middle of an international crisis. Leading the charge are John Cena and Idris Elba, with a script co-written by Josh Appelbaum, André Nemec, and Harrison Query.
Heads of State - Official Trailer | Prime Video by Prime Video
Trainwreck: The Cult Of American Apparel
Marketing buzz fades quickly as American Apparel’s implosion unfolds in sharp detail. Founder Dov Charney’s misconduct allegations take center stage in the third act. Trainwreck, which premiered on Netflix on July 1, utilizes archival ads and records to chronicle the collapse from within the brand.
Trainwreck: The Cult of American Apparel | Official Trailer | Netflix by Netflix
Mr Robot Seasons 1–4
All four seasons of Mr Robot dropped on Netflix on July 3 and offered new audiences full access to the acclaimed techno-thriller. Rami Malek stars as Elliot Alderson, a hacker with dissociative identity disorder. The show won multiple Emmys and a Peabody during its 2015–2019 run on USA Network.
Mr. Robot - Launch Trailer | Prime Video by Amazon Prime Video UK & IE
Twisted Metal Season 2
Anthony Mackie returns as John Doe, with Samoa Joe reprising Sweet Tooth in Peacock’s Twisted Metal, back on July 31. Season 1 averaged 400 million viewing minutes in its first month. Based on the PlayStation classic, this chaotic car-combat series promises another action-filled rampage.
Twisted Metal Season 2 | Official Trailer | Peacock Original by Peacock
Love Island: Beyond The Villa
Premiering soon on Peacock, July 13, Love Island: Beyond the Villa checks in on Season 6 contestants after the final rose ceremonies. With new games and tell-all interviews, the show expands its format. Though based in Los Angeles, a dramatic group trip to Miami mid-season escalates tensions.
Love Island: Beyond the Villa | Official Trailer | Peacock Original by Peacock
Brick (2025)
Filmed entirely in Prague, Czech Republic, from January 29 to March 22, 2024, this German techno-thriller traps a couple inside a sealed apartment building. The atmosphere builds with digital paranoia and tight spaces. Brick premiered globally on Netflix on July 10, 2025.
Brick | Official Trailer | Netflix by Netflix
The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3
Belly is torn between Conrad and Jeremiah as Prime Video’s The Summer I Turned Pretty returns for its final season on July 16. Adapted from Jenny Han’s bestselling novels, the show built momentum with over 1.5 million viewers per episode during its second season.
The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 - Official Trailer | Prime Video by Prime Video
Billy Joel: And So It Goes
Airing July 18 and 25 on HBO, the two-part documentary traces Billy Joel’s 50-year journey with a rich mix of family footage and interviews. The piece is directed by Emmy winners Susan Lacy and Jessica Levin, and it explores his personal milestones and musical legacy in vivid detail.
Billy Joel documentary premieres at Tribeca Film Festival by Good Morning America
Trigger Season 1
Sudden waves of illegal weapons upend a gun-free South Korea and turn calm streets into chaos. Kim Nam-gil and Kim Young-kwang anchor the cast with intense performances. The thriller Trigger, developed by Bidangil Pictures, premieres globally on Netflix on July 25, 2025.
Trigger | Official Trailer | Netflix by Netflix K-Content
Acapulco Season 4
The vibrant setting of 1980s Mexico frames Acapulco’s fourth season, which arrives late July on Apple TV+. Maximo’s bilingual rise in the resort world continues by blending English and Spanish dialogue. High audience retention in Season 3 fueled the renewal of this upbeat comedy.
Acapulco — Season 4 Official Trailer | Apple TV+ by Apple TV
Madea’s Destination Wedding
Tyler Perry reprises his iconic role as Madea in a beachfront family comedy with a tropical setting. Though set in the Bahamas, the film was primarily shot at Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta, with additional scenes in the Dominican Republic. Madea’s Destination Wedding premiered on Netflix on July 11, 2025.
Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Destination Wedding | Official Trailer | Netflix by Netflix
Dexter: Resurrection
Premiering on July 11 on Paramount+, Dexter: Resurrection finds Michael C Hall back in the title role. The story continues from Dexter: New Blood, set in a new town with darker secrets. Moody music, which echoes original composer Daniel Licht’s style, restores the show’s signature unsettling tone.
Suspicious Minds
A romantic thriller wrapped in a jewel heist, Suspicious Minds unfolds across six sleek episodes. Filmed in the Dominican Republic, Malaga, and Madrid, Spain, the settings mirror the tension. The Spanish-language series premieres on Hulu July 10, with English subtitles and dubbing available.
Suspicious Minds | Official Trailer | Hulu by Hulu
Snoopy Presents: A Summer Musical For The Ages
This Apple TV+ special, scheduled to debut on July 18, will spotlight the Peanuts gang as they prepare for an unforgettable stage show. Terry McGurrin and Isabella Leo lead the voice cast. Produced by WildBrain Studios, it marks their seventh original Peanuts outing since launching the new animated slate.
It's The Small Things, Charlie Brown — Official Trailer | Apple TV+ by Apple TV
Such Brave Girls Season 2
Kat Sadler, joined by her real-life sister, returns as both writer and star in Such Brave Girls, which Hulu welcomed back on July 7. The BAFTA-winning comedy explores the messy dynamics of family life and dating struggles. Its first season secured a spot in BBC iPlayer’s Top 20 most-watched.
Such Brave Girls | Season 2 Official Trailer | Hulu by Hulu
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 3
Launching July 17, this Star Trek season returns to the beloved episodic storytelling format. With Anson Mount and Ethan Peck at the helm, the Paramount+ series expands serialized arcs while staying true to classic Trek structure. Critics gave Season 2 a glowing 95% on Rotten Tomatoes, so you definitely must watch it.
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds | Season 3 Official Trailer | Paramount+ by Paramount Plus
Glass Heart
Kensaku Kakimoto and Kotaro Goto direct Glass Heart with raw sincerity and use live-recorded music to enhance each scene’s emotional weight. The Japanese drama, which will premiere on Netflix on July 31, follows a failed musician who reconnects with purpose through a young band seeking a new sound and fresh direction.
Glass Heart | Official Trailer | Netflix by Netflix Philippines
One Night In Idaho
The 2022 murders at the University of Idaho gripped the nation, and One Night in Idaho revisits the case with care and precision. Now streaming on Prime Video, the docuseries features exclusive interviews with victims’s families and builds a factual timeline from police reports and court records.
One Night in Idaho: The College Murders - Official Trailer | Prime Video by Prime Video
Trigger Warning
Filmed entirely in New Mexico, this action thriller stars Jessica Alba as a Special Forces commando trying to uncover the truth behind her father’s mysterious death. Directed by Mouly Surya, best known for Marlina the Murderer in Four Acts, Trigger Warning premiered on Netflix on June 21.
Trigger Warning | Official Trailer | Netflix by Netflix
The Hunting Wives
Based on May Cobb’s 2021 novel, The Hunting Wives will make its Netflix debut on July 21, 2025. Set in East Texas, the story delves into secrets among wealthy women and turns dark as a murder unfolds. The slow-burn thriller explores themes of status and desire beneath manicured surfaces.
I READ THE HUNTING WIVES | VLOG | I don't know how I feel about this! by Layna's Bookshelf
Miraculous: Tales Of Ladybug And Cat Noir Season 6
With over 35 billion YouTube views, the franchise’s global success is undeniable. As new Kwamis are introduced and Monarch’s threat intensifies, the stakes climb. ZAG and Method Animation continue to drive the series, which returned in early July on Disney+ with the release of Miraculous Season 6.
Ballard Season 1
Maggie Q takes the lead as the LAPD’s cold case chief in Ballard, a series based on Michael Connelly’s novels. Developed by Bosch creators Michael Alaimo and Kendall Sherwood, the Prime Video spinoff from the Bosch franchise is set to launch July 9.
Ballard Season 1 Trailer by Rotten Tomatoes TV
Death Of A Unicorn
A24’s latest horror-comedy is set to debut on Max July 25. Even though the film premiered at SXSW on March 8, it did not receive the Audience Award. Nonetheless, you’ll enjoy seeing Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega headline as a father-daughter duo who hit—and kill—a unicorn during a corporate retreat.
Death Of A Unicorn | Official Trailer HD | A24 by A24
Ironheart Episodes 4–6
In episodes 4–6, Riri Williams will be expelled from MIT and return to Chicago. She builds a suit from her stepfather’s car and faces grief and new threats. Her legacy ties to Iron Man endure as Ironheart continues on Disney+ starting July 1.
Official Trailer | Marvel Television's Ironheart | Now Streaming on Disney+ by Marvel Entertainment
ZOMBIES 4: Dawn Of The Vampires
Disney+ expands its musical fantasy world on July 11, when ZOMBIES 4 arrives, which now brings vampires into the mix. Milo Manheim and Meg Donnelly return to their roles and anchor the next chapter of the supernatural high school drama, filmed entirely in Auckland, New Zealand.
Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires | Official Trailer | Disney+ by Disney Plus
Washington Black
This limited series, premiering July 23 on Hulu, follows Washington, a boy who escapes enslavement and discovers his gift for invention. His journey spans Barbados and Nova Scotia. Tom Ellis and Sterling K Brown lead a sweeping adaptation of Esi Edugyan’s acclaimed novel.
Washington Black | Official Trailer | Hulu by Hulu
Conversations With A Killer: The Son Of Sam Tapes
Joe Berlinger’s true-crime series continues with its fourth chapter, scheduled to air on Netflix on July 30. This installment revisits the chilling case of David Berkowitz through rarely heard prison recordings. It also includes archival photos and reexamines theories linking the murders to a broader cult conspiracy.
Conversations with a Killer: The Son of Sam Tapes | Official Trailer | Netflix by Netflix
Dragon Ball DAIMA
The Japanese version aired on October 11, 2024, followed by the English dub on Crunchyroll in January 2025. That version was released on Hulu on July 2. Now streaming in full, Dragon Ball DAIMA reimagines its heroes as kids while mixing action and humor under Toei Animation’s guidance.
Dragon Ball DAIMA - Official World Premiere English Dub Trailer by IGN
Dandadan Season 2
Hulu dropped Season 2 of Dandadan on July 3 by kicking off another round of supernatural chaos with aliens and psychic brawls. The show swaps out its iconic opening song, which sparked mixed fan reactions. Still, the manga’s momentum carries forward through relentless action and heartfelt weirdness.
DAN DA DAN Season 2 | OFFICIAL TRAILER 2 by Crunchyroll
Exploding Kittens
Based on the hit game of cards, Exploding Kittens turns chaos into comedy. The animated Netflix series launched July 12, with Tom Ellis voicing Godcat, a feline version of God. Sasheer Zamata plays Devilcat, replacing Lucy Liu, who was announced but did not appear in the final cut.
Exploding Kittens | Official Trailer | Netflix by Netflix
Lady In The Lake
Natalie Portman headlines Lady in the Lake, a noir mystery set in 1960s Baltimore. Arriving July 19 on Apple TV+, the miniseries adapts Laura Lippman’s novel. Director Alma Har’el weaves social commentary into the investigation, with stylized visuals and dual perspectives anchoring the tension-filled plot.
Lady in the Lake — Official Trailer | Apple TV+ by Apple TV
