With Prime Video, Hulu, Disney+, HBO Max, Paramount+, Apple TV+ and so many other streaming platforms, there’s no shortage of options when you’re searching for what to watch this week. But knowing where to find a great new TV show or movie can feel overwhelming.
To help you stop scrolling and start streaming, Essentials has rounded up some of the best series and movies to watch this week, including brand-new TV shows and big-box-office films you might have missed in theaters. From Amazon’s series adaptation of “A League of Their Own,” to the HBO Original documentary, “The Princess,” we’ve got your watch list covered this week.
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Here’s our roundup of the best TV shows and movies to stream this week.
‘The Princess’
This HBO Original documentary film takes an intimate look through archival material at the life of Princess Diana, and the society that was obsessed with her. “The Princess” premieres on August 13, 2022, just a few weeks shy of the 25th anniversary of Princess Diana’s tragic death.
“The Princess,” streaming August 13 on HBO Max
‘A League of Their Own’
At long last, Amazon Prime Video’s series adaptation of the cult classic 1992 film, “A League of Their Own” has arrived. And according to critics, it doesn’t play around.
Set in 1943, “A League of Their Own” follows a group of female athletes playing for the Rockford Peaches in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League. The series stars Abbi Jacobson, Chanté Adams and D’Arcy Carden. New episodes are streaming weekly on Prime Video.
“A League of Their Own,” now streaming on Prime Video
‘Secret Headquarters’
After discovering a high-tech secret headquarters for a superhero, Charlie (played by “The Adam Project” actor Walker Scobell) starts to question what his withdrawn dad (played by Owen Wilson) does for work. This action-packed superhero movie also stars Jesse Williams, Keith L. Williams, Momona Tamada, Abby James Witherspoon and Michael Peña.
“Secret Headquarters,” now streaming on Paramount+
‘Never Have I Ever’ (Season 3)
Mindy Kaling’s hit teen comedy is back for a third season, and things are only heating up. With the debut of “Daxton” out of the way, Devi is excited to finally be in a relationship. But the high schooler is shocked to learn that first love won’t solve all her problems. Season 3 of “Never Have I Ever” is out now on Netflix.
“Never Have I Ever,” now streaming on Netflix
‘Prey’
This “Predator” prequel takes place 300 years in the past in the Comanche Nation. “Prey” follows Naru, a fierce young warrior who hunts to live. When she encounters a predator who lives to hunt, Naru will do whatever it takes to protect her people. Amber Midthunder stars alongside a cast which includes many Native American and First Nation actors. “Prey” will be the first ever feature-length film to stream with Comanche subtitles. The latest addition to the “Predator” franchise premieres August 5 on Hulu.
‘Mike Judge’s Beavis and Butt-Head’
Following the success of Beavis and Butt-Head’s return in “Beavis & Butthead Do The Universe,” the boys are back in an all new season of the iconically crass cartoon.
“Mike Judge’s Beavis and Butt-Head,” now streaming on Paramount+
‘Reservation Dogs’
This critically acclaimed comedy series comes from the minds of Taika Waititi and Sterlin Harjo. “Reservation Dogs” follows a tight knit group of indigenous teens who are willing to do (almost) anything to get to the dreamy faraway land of California. The highly anticipated second season of this FX show premiered August 3 on Hulu. New episodes are streaming weekly.
“Reservation Dogs,” now streaming on Hulu
‘Honor Society’
Honor is in her senior year of high school and focused solely on getting into Harvard. When her guidance counselor suggests another student might be getting recommended for admission over her, Honor enacts a plan to sabotage her competition. Angourie Rice stars opposite “Stranger Things” actor Gaten Matarazzo in this new romantic comedy, now streaming on Paramount+.
“Honor Society,” now streaming on Paramount+
‘Not Okay’
In an attempt to launch her career as an influencer, Danni Sanders fakes a luxurious trip to Paris. But when her photoshopped vacation overlaps with a real-life terrorist attack, Danni’s likes and lies begin to intertwine. Starring Zoey Deutch and Dylan O’Brien, “Not Okay” is out now on Hulu.
“Not Okay,” now streaming on Hulu
‘Paper Girls’
Four paper girls accidentally time travel from 1988 to 2019 and find themselves caught in the crossfire between warring groups of time-travelers. To find their way home, the girls need help from the only people they know they can trust: their future selves.
Ali Wong stars in this thrilling new sci-fi series, based on the best-selling graphic novel “Paper Girls.”
“Paper Girls,” now streaming on Prime Video
‘High School Musical: The Musical: The Series’
What time is it? Summertime! Season 3 of “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” is sending the Wildcats to Camp Shallow Lake to enjoy the great outdoors, the taste of freedom and the musical “Frozen.” “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series”
Season 3 stars Joshua Bassett, Sofia Wylie, Matt Cornett, Julia Lester and more. Guest stars include Corbin Bleu, JoJo Siwa, Jason Earles and Olivia Rodrigo.
“High School Musical: The Musical: The Series,” now streaming on Disney+
‘Trying’ (Season 3)
When Nikki and Jason face fertility issues, they decide to explore adoption. But with their chaotic lives and quirky families, they might not be the ideal candidates. Season 3 of this heartwarming British comedy about the triumphs and pitfalls of parenthood is now streaming on Apple TV+.
“Trying,” now streaming on Apple TV+
‘Don’t Make Me Go’
After being diagnosed with a terminal illness, a single father drags his teenage daughter on a cross-country road trip with the hope of reuniting her with her estranged mother. This heartwarming film, starring John Cho and Mia Isaac, is now streaming on Prime Video.
“Don’t Make Me Go,” now streaming on Prime Video
‘Black Bird’
Jimmy Keene, a high school football hero and son of a policeman, is serving a 10 year sentence in a minimum security prison when he’s offered a chance to regain his freedom. The price? Enter a maximum-security prison for the criminally insane, befriend a suspected serial killer and elicit a confession from him before his case is appealed. This eight episode miniseries stars Taron Egerton, Paul Walter Hauser and the late Ray Liotta in one of his final performances.
“Black Bird,” now streaming on Apple TV+
‘Maggie’
“Maggie” follows a psychic who starts to see flashes of her own romantic future through the eyes of her new neighbor. I think we can all see where this is going… All 13 episodes of “Maggie” are now streaming on Hulu.
‘The Challenge: USA’
The newest spinoff of “The Challenge” features contestants from “The Amazing Race,” “Big Brother,” “Love Island,” and “Survivor.” On top of the standard $500,000, this year’s prize includes a spot on “The Challenge: World Championship,” another new series spinoff set to stream on Paramount+. New episodes of “The Challenge: USA” are now streaming on Paramount+.
“The Challenge: USA,” now streaming on Paramount+
‘The Terminal List’
Based on Jack Carr’s best-selling novel of the same name, “The Terminal List” follows Navy SEAL officer Jame Reece as he deals with the fallout of his entire Navy SEAL team being ambushed during a high-stakes covert mission. This new action series stars Chris Pratt, Taylor Kitsch, Constance Wu, Patrick Schwarzenegger and more. “The Terminal List” is now streaming on Prime Video.
“The Terminal List,” now streaming on Prime Video
‘Stranger Things’
Season 4 of “Stranger Things” picks up roughly 185 days after the gang has been separated, with Eleven living in California with Will, Jonathan and Joyce. Back in Hawkins, Mike, Dustin and Lucas are adjusting (in their own way) to high school. Max, meanwhile, is having a tough time dealing with Billy’s death.
With the gang all separated and struggling through their first year of high school, a new supernatural threat targets Hawkins, putting everyone’s lives (and their spring break plans) in jeopardy.
Already finished the new season of “Stranger Things?” Then be sure to check out our guide to everything that inspired Season 4.
“Stranger Things” Season 4, now streaming on Netflix
‘Secrets of the Oligarch Wives’
This new Paramount+ documentary paints, in stunning detail, a scathing picture of the world of Vladamir Putin through the wives of his wealthy oligarch allies. “Secrets of the Oligarch Wives” is now streaming.
“Secrets of the Oligarch Wives,” now streaming on Paramount+
‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’
Following a 47-day exclusive theatrical run, “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” is finally available to stream. After casting a forbidden spell, Dr. Stephen Strange must deal with the fallout of opening a portal to the multiverse. Benedict Cumberbatch, Elizabeth Olsen and Xochitl Gomez star in the latest Marvel movie.
“Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,” now streaming on Disney+
‘Downton Abbey: A New Era’
The second film of the “Downton Abbey” franchise follows members of the Crawley family across the Channel to France after the Dowager Countess (Maggie Smith) acquires a mysterious piece of property. Back at home, Lady Mary (Michelle Dockery) plays host to a film crew. “Downton Abbey: A New Era” is now streaming on Peacock, alongside all six seasons of the show and the first movie of the franchise.
“Downton Abbey: A New Era,” now streaming on Peacock
“Downton Abbey” seasons 1-6, now streaming on Peacock
“Downton Abbey” the movie, now streaming on Peacock
‘Loot’
When billionaire Molly Novak (played by Maya Rudolph) is betrayed by her husband, she begins a public spiral towards rock bottom. But when Molly discovers she has a charity foundation in her name, she decides to focus on giving back, rather than giving up. Joel Kim Booster, Nat Faxon and Mj Rodriguez also star in this lighthearted comedy series, now streaming on Apple TV+.
“Loot,” now streaming on Apple TV+
‘Beavis and Butt-Head Do the Universe’
It’s been over a decade since this dynamic duo’s last on-screen appearance, but Beavis and Butt-Head are finally back. In “the dumbest science fiction movie ever made,” the boys are recruited to join a team of astronauts, but wind up being left for dead in space after ruining the mission. Mike Judge returns as both Beavis and Butt-Head in “Beavis and Butt-Head Do the Universe,” now streaming on Paramount+
“Beavis and Butt-Head Do the Universe,” now streaming on Paramount+
‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’
Isabel “Belly” Conklin’s family spends every summer at her mom’s lifelong friend Susannah’s beach house. But this summer is different. At sixteen, Belly isn’t a kid anymore. And Susannah’s handsome teenage sons, Conrad and Jeremiah, have definitely noticed.
From the author of “To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before,” this new coming-of-age romance (which has already been renewed for a Season 2) is a must-watch series this summer.
“The Summer I Turned Pretty,” now streaming on Prime Video
‘Jerry & Marge Go Large’
Inspired by real events, “Jerry & Marge Go Large” tells the story of retired math whiz Jerry Selbee, who, with the help of his wife, uses a mathematical loophole in the Massachusetts lottery to win millions. Bryan Cranston, Annette Bening and Rainn Wilson star in this wacky PG-13 comedy.
“Jerry & Marge Go Large,” now streaming on Paramount+
‘Cha Cha Real Smooth’
Recent college grad Andrew is living with his parents, feeling aimless and working as a professional party starter for bar and bat mitzvahs. But when he strikes up a friendship with a mom and her autistic daughter, he begins to understand what he wants his future to look like. Cooper Raiff writes, directs and stars alongside Dakota Johnson in this unique dramedy, which brought home the Audience Award at the 2022 Sundance Film Festival.
“Cha Cha Real Smooth,” now streaming on Apple TV+
‘The Worst Person in the World’
Nominated for Best International Feature Film at the 2022 Oscars, “The Worst Person in the World” follows Julie, an indecisive woman trying to navigate her love life and career in Oslo, Norway. Lead actress Renate Reinsve took home the Best Actress award at Cannes for her performance in this dark romantic comedy.
“The Worst Person in the World,” now streaming on Hulu
‘Ms. Marvel’
Muslim American teenager Kamala Khan is living an average teenage life in Jersey City. She loves video games, writing fanfiction and superheroes — especially Captain Marvel. But fantasy and reality begin to blur when Kamala gets superpowers of her own. Starring newcomer Iman Vellani, this MCU miniseries is now streaming on Disney+.
“Ms. Marvel,” now streaming on Disney+
‘Fire Island’
This retelling of Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice” follows a group of queer best friends as they set out on their annual trip to Fire Island. Joel Kim Booster stars alongside Bowen Yang, Margaret Cho, Conrad Ricamora and James Scully in this tender rom-com, now streaming on Hulu.
“Fire Island,” now streaming on Hulu
‘The Boys’ (Season 3)
In a world where superheroes are treated as gods and behave as villains, the Boys are on a quest to expose the powerful figures’ dirty secrets. Season 3 of Prime Video’s “The Boys” sees the return of Antony Starr, Karl Urban, Jack Quaid and Erin Moriarty. Season 3 of”The Boys” is now streaming.
“The Boys,” now streaming on Prime Video
‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’
Ewan McGregor reprises his role as Obi-Wan and Hayden Christensen returns as Anakin-turned-Vader in the newest “Star Wars” prequel series, “Obi-Wan Kenobi.” The show picks up 10 years after Obi-Wan’s apprentice turned to the dark side and became Darth Vader. Still grappling with the fallout from his friend’s betrayal, the Jedi Master is living in exile on Tatooine while keeping a distant but watchful eye on young Luke Skywalker.
“Obi-Wan Kenobi,” now streaming on Disney+
‘Physical’ (Season 2)
This dark comedy follows an unhappy housewife (played by Rose Byrne) in the 80s who struggles daily with her inner critic. Her life starts to turn around, however, when she discovers the wonderful world of aerobics.
“Physical” (Season 2), now streaming on Apple TV+
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars’
In “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars,” fan-favorite queens from past seasons come back for the chance to be inducted into RuPaul’s Drag Race Hall of Fame. This upcoming season will feature the franchise’s first all-winners cast, with past victors making a valiant return to fight for the title of “Queen of All Queens” and a doubled-up cash prize of $200,000. The stakes have never been higher.
“RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars” now streaming on Paramount+
‘The Lost City’
Sandra Bullock and Channing Tatum star in this fun, flirty adventure flick, which opened in March at No. 1 at the domestic box office. “The Lost City” casts Bullock as a reclusive romance novelist, Tatum as her longtime cover model — and a delightful Daniel Radcliffe as the treasure-hunting billionaire who kidnaps her.
“The Lost City,” now streaming on Paramount+
The best TVs and TV deals right now
If you find yourself forgoing the movie theater in favor of streaming the best new movies and TV shows at home, it might be time to upgrade your TV setup. Keep reading to check out the best 4K TVs and TV accessories, as well as the best deals on TVs.
Samsung’s ‘The Frame’ QLED 4K smart TV 2022
The latest edition of “The Frame” uses a matte, anti-reflection display. The 1-inch-thick screen can stream all your favorite TV shows and movies in 4K resolution, and seamlessly transition to Art Mode to display your favorite paintings and photographs.
65″ Samsung ‘The Frame’ QLED 4K TV 2022, $2,000
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
Amazon’s in-house streaming platform is Fire TV. This 4K device comes with an Alexa voice remote, and supports Dolby Atmos Audio.
2022 Chromecast with Google TV
For Google loyalists, the new 2022 Chromecast with Google TV can, ahem, streamline your streaming experience. Get personal recommendations based on your subscriptions, viewing history and purchase history.
2022 Chromecast with Google TV, $50
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