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6 new movies and shows to watch this weekend on Netflix, Prime, Disney Plus, and more (July 4

6 new movies and shows to watch this weekend on Netflix, Prime, Disney Plus, and more (July 4

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It’s time to review our compilation of the finest new films and TV series to enjoy this weekend, featuring some of 2025’s must-see offerings. Now that summer is fully upon us and we are aware of the conclusion of Squid Game, we can transition to the next streaming episode and discover the ideal selection to stave off the heat.

Listed below, we’ve curated 6 fantastic films and TV series that have recently debuted on some of the top streaming platforms, such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Max, Apple TV Plus, and Hulu. From Ryan Coogler’s critically lauded vampire horror Sinners on Max to the concluding three episodes of the MCU’s most recent series Ironheart on Disney Plus, this enumeration has all you need to kick off July in the most delightful manner. As new films make their way to theaters and additional new series premiere on television, it can be a bit challenging to locate the must-see treasures available. That’s where we step in.

If you’ve already secured your tickets to view Jurassic World Rebirth, prepare to discover an outstanding summer offering among the latest streaming debuts. Let’s hope some of these match the quality of this year’s top streaming entries, including Andor season 2 and Apple TV Plus’ Severance season 2, which are undoubtedly among the finest series of 2025 thus far.

New films

The Old Guard 2 (Netflix)

The Old Guard 2 | Official Trailer | Netflix – YouTube


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Following a five-year anticipation, Netflix has at last unveiled The Old Guard 2, a sequel to its successful 2020 adaptation of Greg Rucka and Leandro Fernández’s comic. Featuring Charlize Theron, the narrative chronicles a band of immortal mercenaries compelled to fight for their liberty upon the revelation of their hidden truths.

The follow-up sees Theron’s Andy confronting a formidable new foe, an immortal dubbed Discord (portrayed by the legendary Uma Thurman). With her cadre of immortal fighters, the protagonist must safeguard the planet regardless of the toll it may take on her personally. According to the official synopsis, “When an enigmatic danger surfaces that could threaten all she’s achieved over millennia, Andy, Nile, Joe, Nicky, and James Copley recruit the assistance of Tuah, a longtime companion who might hold the answer to deciphering the enigma behind eternal life.”

The Old Guard 2 is available for streaming on Netflix starting July 2. For additional content, explore the top Netflix series to enjoy right now.

Sinners (Max)

Sinners | Official Trailer – YouTube


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The finest horror film of 2025 is currently available to stream this weekend on Max, and it should be prioritized on your watchlist. Ryan Coogler’s vampire flick received outstanding reviews, achieving an almost flawless 97% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, and it emerged as a box office sensation, raking in $350 million globally, an impressive accomplishment for an original motion picture.

Set against the backdrop of the Mississippi Delta in 1931, the movie features Michael B. Jordan as twin brothers Elijah “Smoke” Moore and Elias “Stack” Moore, who return to their hometown to launch a nightclub. If the daily lives of plantation laborers weren’t challenging enough, the visitors will contend with a supernatural menace in the form of a jovial Irish singer portrayed by Jack O’Connell. The ensemble cast includes Wunmi Mosaku, Hailee Steinfeld, Delroy Lindo, Jayme Lawson, and Miles Caton.

Sinners is available for streaming on Max starting July 4. For further information, explore our guides to the top HBO series and the

top HBO films.

Heads of State (Prime Video)

Heads of State – Official Trailer | Prime Video – YouTube


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Stream now: Prime Video

Yet another comedic action flick featuring John Cena? Absolutely. Prime Video has just launched Heads of State, which showcases the Peacemaker actor portraying none other than the president of the United States. The motion picture is helmed by Nobody director Ilya Naishuller, ensuring insane action and plenty of laughs.

The narrative centers on the public feud between Cena’s president Will Derringer and the UK Prime Minister Sam Clarke (played by Idris Elba). “When they become targets of a merciless foreign foe, they must put aside their disputes and reluctantly depend on each other,” states the official synopsis. “After being shot down on Air Force One, Clarke and Derringer are compelled to embark on a perilous, multinational journey pursued by adversaries intent on eliminating them. With assistance from MI6 agent Noel Bisset (Priyanka Chopra Jonas), they must unite to thwart a worldwide conspiracy that jeopardizes the free world.”

Heads of State can be streamed on Amazon Prime starting July 2. For more details, refer to our compilation of all the top films on Prime Video at this time.

Latest TV series

Ironheart episodes 4 – 6 (Disney Plus)

Marvel Television’s Ironheart | Official Trailer | Disney+ – YouTube


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Following the premiere of the initial three episodes last week, Ironheart is now concluded on Disney Plus as the last three episodes are now ready for streaming. The six-episode season has been released rather swiftly, allowing us to binge-watch it entirely. The series features Dominique Thorne as Riri Williams and Anthony Ramos as Parker Robbins a.k.a. The Hood, along with Lyric Ross, Regan Aliyah, and Alden Ehrenreich.

After the occurrences of Riri’s MCU introduction in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, the MIT student heads back to Chicago, where she encounters a mysterious superpowered crime lord and becomes part of his gang of criminals to fulfill her tech aspirations. Ensure you don’t miss out on anything essential, as this is the final title in Marvel Phase 5 prior to the impending Fantastic Four, which launches Marvel Phase 6.

Ironheart episodes 4-6 are available to stream on Disney Plus from July 1. For more, check out our Ironheart release schedule, and our compilation of the top TV shows on Disney Plus.

Dragon Ball Daima (Hulu)

“Dragon Ball DAIMA” Teaser Trailer / Fall 2024 – YouTube


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Watch currently: Hulu

As we anticipate some thrilling upcoming anime this year such as Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 and the Demon Slayer Infinity Castle movie, the comeback of a legendary series has become available on Hulu with an English dubbed edition. Dragon Ball Daima was initially showcased last year on Crunchyroll, but if you happened to overlook it, here’s your notice to check it out and reconnect with some beloved characters such as Goku, Vegeta, Bulma, Chi-Chi, and Piccolo.

According to the official summary, “Due to a scheme, Goku and his companions become diminutive. To rectify this situation, they will embark on a journey to a new realm.” As Goku has to compensate for his newfound smallness, he wields his Nyoibo (Power Pole) to battle, something that Dragon Ball enthusiasts will be quite pleased to witness.

Dragon Ball DAIMA can be streamed on Hulu starting July 2. For additional information, check out our guide on how to view Dragon Ball sequentially and, explore our compilation of the finest Hulu shows to enjoy right now.

The Buccaneers season 2 episode 3 (Apple TV Plus)

The Buccaneers — Season 2 Official Preview | Apple TV+ – YouTube


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View now: Apple TV Plus

If you haven’t yet joined The Buccaneers fanbase, you are still truly in time. The Apple TV Plus series is ideal for Bridgerton enthusiasts, featuring plenty of romantic suspense just like in season 1. Currently, situations are becoming more intricate for the key characters, as their romantic escapades may not be as idyllic as they previously assumed.

Inspired by Edith Wharton’s incomplete novel, the narrative chronicles the journeys of a cadre of American girls as they navigate their entry into British nobility, confronting the authentic essence of love, the anguish of loss and disillusionment, along with the intricacies of their new-found stature in 1870s London.

The Buccaneers season 2 episode 3 is available to stream on Apple TV Plus starting July 2. For additional details, explore our collections for the top films on Apple TV Plus and the top series on Apple TV Plus.


Searching for something different to enjoy? Browse our compilation of the top Netflix films or the top films on Disney Plus.

Mireia is a culture journalist and critic based in the UK. Previously, she served as Deputy Movies Editor at Digital Spy, and her freelance writings have featured in WeLoveCinema and various Spanish publications like Fotogramas, Esquire, and Elle. She is also an author, having penned a book on Studio Ghibli’s ‘Kiki’s Delivery Service’ in 2023. Engaging in discussions about anime and musicals is the quickest way to catch her interest.

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