Summer is running out, but streaming never will. More new movies and shows to watch this weekend are arriving on Netflix, Prime Video and other streaming services. For an action-packed movie night, you could pair two blockbuster summer movies that have hit premium video-on-demand: the high-octane excitement of "F1,: The Movie" with Tom Cruise's (possibly final) global spy run in "Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning."
On the small screen, the irreverent super anti-hero "Peacemaker" returns for more F-bomb-filled adventures, and the tense drama of "Hostage" promises edge-of-your-seat suspense. Whatever your mood, this lineup has something to keep you glued to the screen. Here are our top picks for new TV shows and movies to watch this weekend.
New movies
‘Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning’ (PVOD)
Tom Cruise is hanging up the IMF badge, but not before one last sprint across the globe. “The Final Reckoning” finds Ethan Hunt squaring off against the Entity, a rogue AI with world-ending ambitions.
Old allies (Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Hayley Atwell) and fresh faces rally for a mission stuffed with underwater showdowns, snowy escapes and a jaw-dropping finale that once again proves Cruise is Hollywood’s greatest daredevil. The story may stumble at times, but the spectacle doesn’t. And if this really is Ethan Hunt’s last ride, it’s one hell of a curtain call.
Streaming now with purchase on Amazon or Apple
‘F1: The Movie’ (PVOD)
Do you feel a need for speed? Where “Top Gun: Maverick” took to the skies, “F1” heads to the racetrack to keep your adrenaline pumping. Under direction from “Maverick’s” Joseph Kosinski, Brad Pitt takes the wheel as Sonny Hayes, a fallen star coaxed back to Formula 1 to save his old teammate’s struggling team, only to clash with rookie phenom Joshua Pearce (Damson Idris).
The story sticks to classic sports-drama beats, but the blistering race sequences turn clichés into pure spectacle. With Pitt in full movie-star form, the film burns rubber—and nearly scorches the screen.
Streaming now with purchase on Amazon or Apple
‘The Map That Leads to You’ (Prime Video)
Do you feel like getting swept up in a summer fling, passport stamps and heartbreak included? This romantic drama stars Madelyn Cline (“Outer Banks”) as Heather, a recent grad whose perfectly planned life derails when she collides with Jack (“Riverdale” alum KJ Apa), a free-spirited stranger.
Their whirlwind trek across Europe delivers sun-drenched scenery, fizzy chemistry and the kind of big questions about love, destiny and choice that pair well with a glass of wine. Predictable? Sure. But sometimes the familiar road is still worth traveling.
Streaming now on Prime Video
‘Eenie Meenie’ (Hulu)
Samara Weaving behind the wheel of a heist thriller? That’s reason enough to hit play. Edie is a former teenage getaway driver whose quiet life screeches to a halt when her old boss (Andy Garcia) ropes her into one last job. The catch? It’s the only way to save her hopelessly unreliable ex (Karl Glusman).
With Shawn Simmons making his directorial debut, and a cast that includes Randall Park, Steve Zahn, and even Marshawn Lynch, this “Eenie Meenie” promises grit, speed and just enough mayhem to keep you guessing.
Streaming now on Hulu
New TV shows
‘Peacemaker’ season 2 (HBO Max)
John Cena returns as the foul-mouthed antihero Chris Smith, now juggling alternate realities, old vendettas, and enemies who aren’t holding back. Season 2 throws him into a pocket dimension that seems like paradise … if he can make it out in one piece.
Meanwhile, Frank Grillo’s Rick Flag Sr. is hot on his trail, Michael Rooker is after his trusty sidekick Eagly and the R-rated shenanigans are dialed all the way up. This season also ties into James Gunn’s blockbuster “Superman” film, weaving Peacemaker’s interdimensional misadventures into the larger DC universe.
Episode 1 is streaming now on HBO Max
‘Hostage’ (Netflix)
State visits are meant for handshakes and photo ops, not kidnappings and threats. But in this tense political thriller, a U.K.-France summit spirals out of control when British Prime Minister (Suranne Jones) discovers her husband has been kidnapped, and French President (Julie Delpy) faces a dire threat of her own.
Now, the two leaders have to decide whether to join forces or go head-to-head, all under a ticking clock. Expect explosions, double-crosses and shady backroom deals: basically, just another hectic day in the world of high-stakes diplomacy.
All 5 episodes are streaming now on Netflix
‘Invasion’ season 3 (Apple TV Plus)
Earth’s survival depends on a team-up like no other. In season 3 of this sprawling sci-fi thriller, the scattered survivors must pull off the ultimate mission: infiltrate the alien mothership and halt the invasion.
Led by Golshifteh Farahani, Shamier Anderson and newcomer Erika Alexander, old bonds are strained, new alliances are forged and tensions hit the roof. With the aliens’ true motives about to come to light, humanity’s fate hangs by a thread.
Episode 1 is streaming now on Apple TV Plus
‘Long Story Short’ (Netflix)
Raphael Bob-Waksberg, the comedic genius behind "BoJack Horseman," returns with a new animated comedy. It follows the Schwooper siblings, a Jewish family from Northern California, in a story that leaps through time, from childhood mishaps to adult struggles and everything in between.
The series mixes Bob-Waksberg’s sharp, irreverent humor with genuinely heartfelt moments. If you appreciated "BoJack Horseman’s" mix of emotional depth and biting wit, this one hits the sweet spot.
All 10 episodes are streaming now on Netflix
‘The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox’ (Hulu)
This limited series dives into the infamous case that turned a Seattle college student into a global headline—and a pariah. In 2007, Amanda Knox (Grace Van Patten) arrived in Italy for what should have been a dream semester abroad—only to end up accused of murdering her roommate, Meredith Kercher, in a case plagued by leaps in logic, bias, and flawed forensics.
Across eight gripping episodes, the series traces Knox’s fight for justice, the impact on her and Raffaele Sollecito (Giuseppe De Domenico), and the relentless media circus that turned a tragedy into a worldwide spectacle.
Episodes 1-2 are streaming now on Hulu
‘Are You My First?’ (Hulu)
This new reality dating show shakes things up with one bold twist: All the contestants are virgins. Twenty-one singles head to a sun-soaked tropical paradise searching for love ... and maybe their first intimate connection.
From marriage-minded romantics to late bloomers who just haven’t felt ready, the cast members navigate romantic dates and playful challenges. Hosted by "Bachelor" alums Colton Underwood and Kaitlyn Bristowe, the series promises a judgment-free zone where sparks can fly without pressure.
All 10 episodes are streaming now on Hulu
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