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Netflix is adding just 14 new movies and shows to the streaming service this week, but there are a few big names you won't want to miss. "Running Point" was a major hit for Netflix last year, and now it's back for season 2, along with Academy Award-nominated actress Kate Hudson. If you need another show to watch, there's also a new "Stranger Things" show, this time in the form of an animated series.
But the top title I'm excited for this week is "Apex," a new movie starring Charlize Theron and Taron Egerton. In this survival thriller, Theron is out in the Australian wilderness for a trek when she runs into Egerton ... who then proceeds to hunt her for sport.
Article continues belowRelease Date | Title | Category | Why It's a Must-Watch |
|---|---|---|---|
April 20 | "Funny AF with Kevin Hart" | Reality competition series | Kevin Hart tries to find a stand-up superstar. |
April 21 | "Unchosen" | Psychological thriller miniseries | An illicit affair could tear a cult apart. |
April 21 | "Untold: The Shooting at Hawthorne Hill" | Documentary movie | A shocking true crime story. |
April 22 | "Million Dollar Secret" season 2 (new episodes) | Reality competition series | Contestants try to keep a $1 million from each other. |
April 23 | "Stranger Things: Tales from '85" | Animated sci-fi series | More stories from the world of "Stranger Things." |
April 23 | "Running Point" season 2 | Sports comedy series | Two-time Academy Award nominee Kate Hudson runs a fictional version of the Los Angeles Lakers. |
April 24 | "Apex" | Survival action thriller movie | Taron Egerton hunts Charlize Theron for sport. |
Malcolm has been covering the latest in streaming shows and movies since 2023. Every week, he hunts down the top shows and movies to watch on Netflix.
New on Netflix this week: Top picks
'Running Point' season 2
Genre: Sports comedy series
What it's about: In season 1, Isla Gordon (Kate Hudson) suddenly found herself in charge of her family's pro basketball team, the Los Angeles Waves. Now, her eldest brother, Cam (Justin Theroux), is back after he unexpectedly returns from rehab, and Isla suddenly has a new threat to her leadership from inside the family.
Why you should watch it: They may not have the rights to the NBA or the Los Angeles Lakers, who the Waves are clearly modeled after. But this comedy has plenty of talented actors (now including Theroux) and plenty of talented comedy writers. If you like a workplace sitcom, this show will work for you.
Watch "Running Point" season 2 on Netflix starting April 23
'Apex'
Genre: Survival action thriller movie
What it's about: Sasha (Charlize Theron) is traveling through the Australian wilderness on a solo trek, a dangerous proposition in its own right. But she soon learns it's not just the terrain that could kill her, when she finds herself hunted by a trained killer (Taron Egerton) in a deadly game of cat-and-mouse.
Why you should watch it: "The Most Dangerous Game" (also known as "The Hounds of Zaroff") was one of my favorite stories I read in middle school. So I don't need convincing to watch Taron Egerton doing an Australian accent, recreating the story, hunting Charlize Theron like he's the Predator. I'm already sold.
Watch "Apex" on Netflix starting April 24
'Unchosen'
Genre: Psychological thriller miniseries
What it's about: A six-part psychological thriller, "Unchosen" is set in a fictional conservative religious cult. Our main character, Rosie (Molly Windsor), is a devoted wife to Adam (Asa Butterfield) and mother. A valuable member of the sect. But when she meets an escaped convict named Sam (Fra Fee), she's suddenly thrust into a dangerous journey of emancipation and sexual awakening with a man who might be more dangerous than the cult.
Why you should watch it: I love a good miniseries, and this one certainly has a compelling premise. Plus, I find Butterfield to be a compelling actor to watch, so their inclusion in this show has me intrigued.
Watch "Unchosen" on Netflix starting on April 21
'Stranger Things: Tales From '85'
Genre: Animated sci-fi series
What it's about: This latest entry in the "Stranger Things" universe is still set in Hawkins. In fact, it brings us back to the winter of 1985, when Eleven and the gang must unravel a paranormal mystery, as the Upside Down's influence grows once more.
Why you should watch it: This show brings back the original characters and locations from the "Stranger Things" show, but adds a few new twists. While the original characters are returning, they're now voiced by new actors. More importantly, it's an animated series rather than live action, and we have yet to see how that will impact the stories told in Hawkins, Indiana.
Watch "Stranger Things: Tales from '85" on Netflix starting April 23
'Funny AF with Kevin Hart'
Genre: Reality competition series
What it's about: Kevin Hart is on a mission to find the next great stand-up comedian. To do that, he's bringing Keegan-Michael Key, Tom Segura, Kumail Nanjiani, Chelsea Handler, and Nikki Glaser to help him find the next person who is "Funny AF."
Why you should watch it: The first four episodes are taped and will drop today (April 20). The next two will drop a week from today, on April 27. But the semifinal and final rounds of this competition will be live on May 4 and 5, respectively. So watch now to be prepared for that live stand-up showdown.
Watch episodes 1-4 of "Funny AF with Kevin Hart" on Netflix now
'Untold: The Shooting at Hawthorne Hill'
Genre: Documentary movie
What it's about: "Untold: The Shooting at Hawthorne Hill" examines the shooting of Lauren Kanarek. She was shot by Michael Barisone, a retired Olympic equestrian who had taken her on as a student.
Why you should watch it: This true crime story is more complicated than it seems on its face. Before the shooting, there had been 911 calls, cryptic social media posts, and accusations of spying. Ultimately, Barison might have even been insiane at the time of the shooting. For the whole sordid tale, you'll need to watch the latest film in the "Untold" series.
Watch "Untold: The Shooting at Hawthorne Hill" on Netflix starting April 21
'Million Dollar Secret' season 2 (new episodes)
Genre: Reality competition series
What it's about: Well-spoken English actor Peter Serafinowicz hosts 12 contestants hoping to win $1 million. The money is in a box, and that box is in one of their rooms. Now, whoever has the cash just needs to eliminate the others before someone takes it.
Why you should watch it: If you like "The Traitors," this hunt for money is loaded with the sort of messy betrayals you know and love. Plus, you even get an erudite host from the British Isles.
Watch "Million Dollar Secret" season 2 on Netflix now, with new episodes on April 22
Everything new on Netflix: April 20-26
APRIL 20
"CoComelon Lane" season 7 (Netflix family)
From the farmhouse to a parade float, JJ and friends find more ways to play and imagine while helping each other — and learning all about their feelings.
"Funny AF with Kevin Hart" (Netflix series)
Netflix and global superstar Kevin Hart are on a mission to crown the next big name in stand-up with a new comedy competition series. Guided by Kevin Hart and a crew of comedy titans, this unfiltered, uncensored and unapologetic competition will pull back the curtain on the gritty, hilarious and often unpredictable path of a stand-up career.
APRIL 21
"Unchosen" (GB) (Netflix series)
When a young mother from a sheltered cult crosses paths with a mysterious stranger, she embarks on a risky affair that awakens desires and dark secrets.
"Untold: The Shooting at Hawthorne Hill" (Netflix documentary)
A dispute between a dressage trainer and his student spirals into bloodshed and a surprising insanity defense in this twisty true-crime documentary.
APRIL 22
"Lainey Wilson: Keepin' Country Cool" (Netflix documentary)
Lainey Wilson: Keepin’ Country Cool follows Wilson as she redefines what it means to be a modern country star, proving that staying true to yourself can lead to major success. The film captures a pivotal moment in her career, exploring the country icon’s personal journey and chronicling her struggles and triumphs as she captivates fans on stage across the country.
"Million Dollar Secret" season 2 (Netflix series) new episodes
Fourteen strangers enter a glamorous lakeside estate and in each of their rooms is a mysterious box. Thirteen of these boxes are empty but one contains $1,000,000, and it's for that guest to keep — as long as they keep their identity hidden. This season, the stakes are higher than ever as players face trickier agendas, grueling challenges and navigate the ever-changing game of deception. Do they have what it takes to keep their Million Dollar Secret?
"Santita" (MX) (Netflix series)
Left in a wheelchair after a devastating crash, a rule-bending doctor tests the limits of love and control when her ex-fiancé abruptly reenters her life.
"Sold Out on You" (KR) (Netflix series)
A dreamy romcom filled with constant bickering between Matthew Lee, aka “Quail Lee,” a farmer juggling multiple jobs, and Dam Ye-jin, a famous show host plagued by severe insomnia. Watch their lives collide day and night in unexpected and hilarious ways
"This Is a Gardening Show" (Netflix documentary)
This Is A Gardening Show is a refreshing and whimsical take on gardening, hosted by Zach Galifianakis. Rather than positioning himself as an expert, Galifianakis approaches the subject with curiosity and self-effacing humor, with the goal of learning alongside his audience and giving viewers valuable, accessible, and educational tools to use in their own gardens. The series blends lighthearted comedy with a sincere appreciation for people and the planet, and is ultimately about the joy of connecting with the earth.
APRIL 23
"Flunked" (FR) (Netflix series)
Eddy, a math genius and small-time crook, avoids jail-time by going undercover as a teacher. His mission: to identify the kid of a major criminal.
"Running Point" season 2 (Netflix series)
With the championship in sight, Isla must summon all her heart and hustle to outmaneuver chaos in both the locker room and the boardroom.
"Stranger Things: Tales From '85" (Netflix series)
Winter. Hawkins. 1985. Welcome back to a town crawling with secrets, where beloved heroes are facing fresh mysteries... and an all-new breed of strange.
APRIL 24
"Apex" (Netflix film)
A grieving woman pushing her limits on a solo adventure in the Australian wild is ensnared in a twisted game with a cunning killer who thinks she's prey.
APRIL 26
"Supernova: Genesis" (MX) (Netflix live event)
Epic showdowns. Unforgettable performances. Celebrities and influencers trade punches and stars light up the stage in Mexico's wildest boxing spectacle.
Leaving Netflix This Week
Leaving 4/21/26
"Casino Royale"
"Diamonds Are Forever"
"Die Another Day"
"Dr. No"
"For Your Eyes Only"
"From Russia with Love"
"GoldenEye"
"Goldfinger"
"The Man with the Golden Gun"
"Never Say Never Again"
"No Time to Die"
"Octopussy"
"On Her Majesty's Secret Service"
"Quantum of Solace"
"Skyfall"
"Spectre"
"The Spy Who Loved Me"
"Tomorrow Never Dies"
"The World Is Not Enough"
"You Only Live Twice"
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