“Heroes” is one of the greatest “what ifs” in television history. The first season debuted in 2006, and almost instantly became one of the most compelling “water-cooler TV shows" on air. Its multi-perspective storyline arcs, celebration of comic book aesthetics, and phenomenal cliffhangers had millions of viewers hooked within just a couple of episodes.

The first season wrapped up in May of the following year. Multiple Emmy nominations followed, and it looked like “Heroes” was going to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the likes of “Lost” and “Prison Break” as one of the era’s most defining TV shows. And then “Heroes” went off the rails, and I don’t just mean it strayed a little off course; it went down in flames, by the end limping through a fourth season before being put out of its misery.

Flash forward 20 years, and maybe “Heroes” will return to the spotlight because the complete original run has just been added to Netflix’s streaming library. I’m both delighted and a little melancholic to see the superhero drama resurface. Because while I will forever hold season 1 up as one of the best binge-watches in the business, the rest…not so much.

‘Heroes’ season 1 is bingeable TV at its very best

Years before the Marvel Cinematic Universe made superheroes mainstream, “Heroes” was laying the foundation. The show focuses on a group of seemingly ordinary people who discover they have extraordinary abilities.

There’s high school cheerleader Claire Bennet (Hayden Panettiere), who can regenerate from injury. Beat cop Matt Parkman (Greg Grunberg), who can read minds. Office worker Hiro Nakamura (Masi Oka), who can freeze (and later travel through) time. And nurse Peter Petrelli (Milo Ventimiglia), who doesn’t appear to have any powers, but his brother Nathan (Adrian Pasdar) can fly. And that’s just the start of the show’s roster of heroes.

Of course, every superhero story needs a villain, and “Heroes” had the perfect one out of the gate in the form of Sylar (Zachary Quinto), a mysterious, ruthless figure who is hunting down and murdering individuals with abnormal abilities. He’s one of TV’s great antagonists.

Across its 23-episode run, “Heroes” season 1 explores the core cast coming to grips with their powers, and slowly brings them together. The first half of the season revolves around a single warning: “save the cheerleader, save the world.” The second half builds up to an explosive premonition from painter Isaac Mendez (Santiago Cabrera), who can sketch the future.

In its initial season, the show was acclaimed for its slick storytelling, strong ensemble cast, and clever tributes to the comic book medium. To this day, it remains an addictive watch that you’ll probably polish off in days rather than weeks. It’s just a shame about what came after…

Just pretend ‘Heroes’ was a one-season show

I’m not going to sugarcoat this: After “Heroes” season 1, the show’s quality ranges from subpar to downright stinky. However, I will give the creatives a little slack for the immediate drop-off.

“Heroes” season 2 was infamously impacted by the 2007-2008 Writers Guild strike. This hurt effectively every scripted show at the time (“Lost,” “Prison Break,” “House,” etc.), but the damage to “Heroes” was major.

Season 2’s episode count was reduced to 11, and the entire season-long story arc had to be hastily reworked. The show also fell into a trap of taking an age to deliver answers and pay off plot points. Narrative beats that could be delivered in one episode were stretched across multiple. “Heroes’” momentum stalled, and it was never able to recover it.

At least “Heroes” season 3 had its moments, though short-lived, and even its peaks were no match for the show’s brief, single-season heyday. As for season 4, well, truth be told, I can barely recall it beyond the addition of Robert Knepper as the leader of a mysterious carnival.

Even fans who hadn’t given up (and many had already; ratings dropped more than 50% from season 1 to season 4) were left largely unimpressed, and the show limped across the finish line, ending on an unresolved cliffhanger, cementing “Heroes” as a show with unfulfilled potential.

There was an attempt to revive the series in 2015, with “Heroes Reborn,” which was canceled after a single 13-episode season (I’ll admit to skipping it), and there are further online whispers of a second attempt to bring the series back. But personally I say let “Heroes” rest now. It’ll always be remembered for its truly exceptional first season, and a testament to the fact that catching television lightning in a bottle multiple times is tough.

If you missed the height of “Heroes” mania (yes, that was briefly a thing), or want to reminisce about the good old days when we all thought we might have a new all-time great TV show on our hands, go stream “Heroes” season 1 on Netflix now. Just skipped the rest, trust me.

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Feeling decision fatigue? We can't blame you; from what to wear to what to eat to, yes, what to watch, constantly faced with choice can be admittedly and understandably exhausting. So let us choose for you, at least where TV is concerned.

If you're looking for a great series to click "play" on next, why not give a little love to a Hulu show that might have heretofore gone overlooked against bigger, better-known titles like "The Handmaid's Tale," "Shōgun," "Only Murders in the Building" and the like. We're talking about "Mr Inbetween," an Australian import created by, written by and starring Scott Ryan as a gun for hire hilariously tasked with balancing his brutal criminal activities with his more mundane duties as a father, brother and boyfriend.

The series ran for three seasons from 2018 to 2021, and though it got plenty of love from the critics (the half-hour comedy has an overall approval rating of 95% on Rotten Tomatoes), you might have missed it the first time around. Here's why you should check out "Mr Inbetween" on Hulu.

What is 'Mr Inbetween' about?

Expanding on a character he first introduced in his 2005 indie film "The Magician," Scott Ryan reprises his role as hitman Raymond "Ray" Shoesmith for this Down Under dark comedy.

In the suburbs of Sydney, Ray leads a humorous double life as a gun-toting criminal and professional "fixer" with the domestic demands of raising a child — he's got a young daughter, Brittany (Chika Yasumura), who he shares with his ex-wife Jacinta (Natalie Tran) — caring for a sick sibling (Nicholas Cassim plays Ray's terminally ill brother Bruce and being a good partner to his girlfriend Ally (Brooke Satchwell).

As any good TV antihero, Ray has a clear code of ethics he employs ("If you respect me, I respect you. Now, if you don't, we got a problem") that helps keep things compartmentalized, but soon enough, his violent professional activities start to affect his personal relationships.

Why I recommend streaming 'Mr Inbetween'

If you're a fan of darkly funny but dangerously gritty crime dramas like "Barry" and "Breaking Bad," you'll likely find plenty to like about "Mr Inbetween," which blends sharp writing, dry, deadpan humor and gripping performances from its cast. (Alongside the aforementioned actors, series regulars also include Justin Rosniak, Damon Herriman, Matt Nable and Jeremy Sims.) But the distinct, offbeat Aussie-ness of the whole show — from the authentic slang to the localized storytelling — helps the hitman dramedy stand out from its American-born contemporaries.

For his role as Ray, Scott Ryan took home two AACTAs (basically an Australian Emmy) for Best Lead Actor in a Television Drama, as well as another for penning the season three episode "Ray Who?" And the show overall received widespread acclaim both in its home country and with critics abroad: John Doyle of The Globe and Mail called it "a little masterpiece of quiet, compulsively watchable comedy/drama. There are no big ideas here, but the strength of its small-scale narrative is breathtaking."

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"Obsession," the supernatural horror phenomenon starring breakout Inde Navarrette, just landed on digital after a $376 million box office run that made it the highest-grossing movie Focus Features has ever released.

Navarrette plays Nikki, the longtime crush of a lovesick music store employee named Bear (Michael Johnston), who breaks a mysterious "One Wish Willow" to make her fall in love with him. The wish is granted, but the spell forces her to harbor affection for him until it festers into an intense, all-consuming compulsion to "love" Bear that gets very hard to survive.

If you're craving more movies like "Obsession," you're in luck. There are plenty of other great flicks (many much, much better, in fact) in that same vein you can stream right now. And you're in luck. We've done the digging for you, so there's no need to embark on a search yourself.

So whether you loved everything "Obsession" had to offer and you want more like it or you wish you could find something in a similar vein that actually sticks the landing, we've got you covered. Check out our picks for movies like "Obsession" that you can watch next below.

'Possession' (1981)

Andrzej Żuławski's surreal "Possession" is the deranged patient zero of the "obsessive romance" trope, and a far more cerebral trip than what "Obsession" provides. Sam Neill plays Mark, a man who comes home to find his wife Anna (Isabelle Adjani) suddenly desperate to leave him. He hires a detective and assumes there's another man, but he slowly uncovers behavior far stranger and far worse than a simple affair.

It starts as a study on a crumbling marriage. But then it devolves into full-blown body horror, with a subway breakdown so unhinged it's still rattling viewers to this day. It's not a comfortable watch by any means, but it is a fantastic one.

Watch on Prime Video

'Pearl' (2022)

In this prequel to Ti West's unhinged "X", we learn about the life of Pearl (Mia Goth), a farm girl stuck in 1918 Texas caring for her ailing father under the thumb of her controlling mother while her husband is away at war.

She dreams of dancing across a movie screen and being loved by everyone, and when she can't fulfill her fantasy, she starts eliminating anyone standing in her way. It's obvious Navarrette's performance as Nikki pays homage to Goth's impeccably bizarre behavior in this film, so if you want to see Nikki's breakdowns turned up to 11, "Pearl" can deliver them in droves, and more deeply disturbing ones at that.

Rent or buy on Apple TV

'Misery' (1990)

Talk about true obsession. This Stephen King favorite will chill you to the (broken) bone. James Caan plays Paul Sheldon, a novelist who wrecks his car in a blizzard and wakes up in the home of Annie Wilkes (Kathy Bates), a former nurse who cheerfully introduces herself as his "number one fan."

At first she seems like a lifesaver. Then she reads his new manuscript, learns he's killed off her favorite character, and her sweetness disappears. She's actually incredibly unstable and is willing to do unspeakable things to keep Sheldon writing for her. Bates won an Oscar for the role, and one particular scene involving a sledgehammer will stick with you long after the credits roll. And let us tell you, "hobbling" someone is far more disturbing than Nikki's backward walk, if you've got the stomach for it.

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Everyone loves a good mystery, right? Netflix started the month with one of its most anticipated original films of the year, “Enola Holmes 3.” The mystery franchise has proven hugely popular for the platform, delivering a lively, inventive take on the world of “Sherlock Holmes.” Adapted from Nancy Springer’s young adult novels, the first two installments established Millie Bobby Brown as Enola Holmes, who is Sherlock’s younger sister, and a quick-witted, fiercely independent teenage sleuth.

I can confidently say that “Enola Holmes 3” is the best entry in the Netflix franchise so far. It not only shakes things up by taking the story beyond London, but also leans into a more mature and emotional direction this time around. The film opens on Enola and Tewkesbury’s wedding day, before everything unravels when Dr. Watson reveals that Sherlock Holmes has gone missing. Suddenly, Enola is thrust into a new mission: finding and saving her own brother.

If you’ve already seen every “Enola Holmes” film on Netflix and need something similar to fill the void, here are the best movies you can stream right now.

‘Sherlock Holmes’ (2009)

It wouldn’t be right if I didn’t start off this list with “Sherlock Holmes” because, well, it’s Sherlock. Directed by Guy Ritchie, this action-mystery blockbuster famously reinvented Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s iconic Victorian detective, and while Enola obviously isn’t involved, it has much of the same energy. Plus, one of the film’s standout technical features is the famous “Holmes Vision” slow-motion sequences, where Holmes calculates an entire fistfight in his head step by step before executing it in real time. It’s an absolute blast.

Set in 1890 London, detective Sherlock Holmes (Robert Downey Jr.) and his trusted partner Dr. John Watson (Jude Law) capture the seemingly supernatural serial killer Lord Blackwood (Mark Strong) before his execution. When Blackwood appears to return from the dead, Holmes investigates a string of mysterious deaths linked to secret societies and scientific experiments disguised as dark magic. Along the way, he crosses paths with the elusive Irene Adler (Rachel McAdams), whose hidden employer has his own agenda.

Buy/rent on Amazon

‘Nancy Drew’ (2007)

If you want something with the same charm and humor as “Enola Holmes,” then you should watch “Nancy Drew.” This is a bright, nostalgic, and lighthearted teen mystery-comedy that aims to modernize the iconic 1930s literary sleuth created by Edward Stratemeyer. In a way, it feels like “Clueless” meets “Veronica Mars,” but with the wholesome, sunny energy of a Disney Channel Original Movie. It’s a breezy, comforting watch filled with 2000s pop music, great retro outfits, and an incredibly charming lead performance.

When teenage detective Nancy Drew (Emma Roberts) travels to Los Angeles with her lawyer father, Carson Drew (Tate Donovan), for his temporary work assignment, she secretly arranges for them to stay in the former home of murdered Hollywood star Dehlia Draycott (Laura Harring), whose death was never solved. While adjusting to a new school, Nancy uncovers hidden letters, secret passageways and evidence that Draycott had a daughter placed for adoption. As she follows the trail to a missing will, Nancy becomes the target of dangerous criminals determined to keep the truth buried.

Stream on YouTube

‘Knives Out’ (2019)

“Knives Out” is one of the best mystery movies ever made, so I had to include it. Not to mention it’s similar in tone to “Enola Holmes 3.” It stands as a brilliant revitalization of classic Agatha Christie-style murder mysteries, subverting traditional genre tropes while keeping viewers laughing and guessing right until the end. What I like most about this incredibly cozy, intricately plotted puzzle box is that it’s just as interested in mocking the petty greed of a privileged family as it is in solving a crime.

On the morning after his 85th birthday celebration, renowned crime novelist Harlan Thrombey (Christopher Plummer) is found dead inside his mansion, and the case appears to be a suicide. However, an anonymous client hires celebrated detective Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) to investigate. As Blanc interviews Harlan’s relatives and household staff, he uncovers bitter family disputes and conflicting accounts of the previous night. Harlan’s nurse, Marta Cabrera (Ana de Armas), becomes deeply entangled in the investigation.

Stream on Peacock

‘See How They Run’ (2022)

Honestly, you can’t go wrong with a lighthearted mystery-comedy, and “See How They Run” is perfect for those who need something simple and unserious. The film works simultaneously as a classic period-piece whodunit and a satirical parody of the entire mystery genre. Taking place entirely within London's glamorous 1950s West End theater district, this mystery flick constantly breaks the fourth wall, making fun of classic genre clichés right as those exact tropes happen on screen.

Set in London's West End in 1953, “See How They Run” begins as Agatha Christie’s hit play The Mousetrap celebrates its 100th performance. Plans for a film adaptation are thrown into chaos when arrogant Hollywood director Leo Köpernick (Adrien Brody) is murdered backstage. World-weary Inspector Stoppard (Sam Rockwell) and enthusiastic rookie Constable Stalker (Saoirse Ronan) are assigned to investigate, uncovering suspicious behavior among the play’s cast, producers, writers, and crew.

Stream on Fubo

‘The Sheep Detectives’ (2026)

Yes, I know “Enola Holmes” doesn’t involve talking animals solving a crime, but I think “The Sheep Detectives” has very similar charm and character. Based on Leonie Swann’s international bestselling 2005 novel Three Bags Full, this Amazon production features a large ensemble voice cast, with sheep trying to solve their shepherd’s murder. It’s a smart, fiercely original, and deeply heartwarming family movie that respects both the intelligence of its audience and the quirky mechanics of a classic murder mystery.

George Hardy (Hugh Jackman) is a kind-hearted shepherd who spends his evenings reading detective novels aloud to his flock, assuming they can’t understand him. When George is suddenly found dead under suspicious circumstances in the English countryside village of Denbrook, the sheep quickly realize it was murder. Led by the intelligent sheep Lily (Julia Louis-Dreyfus), the flock begins secretly investigating the humans around them, including local policeman Tim Derry (Nicholas Braun) and George’s daughter Rebecca (Molly Gordon).

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The 2026 Macy's 4th of July fireworks display is set to top off a huge Independence Day, celebrating America's 250th anniversary in New York and Brooklyn. Here we explain how to watch the Macy's 4th July Fireworks 2026 online from anywhere with a VPN — including free ways to watch.

The 50th annual Macy's Fireworks will feature entertainment and, of course, an epic fireworks extravaganza to mark 250 years of American independence. The show lasts two hours.

Expect live performances from Post Malone, Salt-N-Pepa, Bebe Rexha, Shaboozey, Blake Shelton, and Noah Kahan.

The fireworks – more than 80,000 of them! – will be visible from Brooklyn and Manhattan from any area with an unobstructed view of the sky above the lower East River.

Not able to make it in person? You can watch it live on NBC and stream it live on Peacock.

Here's how to watch Macy's 4th July Fireworks 2026 online and potentially for free.

How to watch Macy's 4th July Fireworks 2026 in the U.S. without cable

In the U.S. , the Macy's 4th July Fireworks air on NBC TV at 8 p.m. ET with a Spanish alternative on Telemundo from 9 p.m. ET.

You can stream live on Peacock, from only $7.99/month.

Or, get Peacock for FREE when you sign up to the Walmart Plus trial – $1 for 30 days.

There are several ways you can access NBC, the most obvious one being to pull it down with one of the best TV antennas.

Alternatively, NBC is also in the channel line-ups of a good few of our picks for the best streaming services. That includes Sling TV, Fubo (5-day free trial), YouTube TV (free trial) and Hulu + Live TV.

How to watch Macy's Fireworks 2026 from anywhere

Away from home at the moment and blocked from watching Macy's Fireworks on your usual subscription?

You can still watch the Fireworks online thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software allows your devices to appear to be back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. So ideal for viewers away on vacation or on business. Our favorite is NordVPN. It's the best on the market:

Can I watch Macy's 4th July Fireworks 2025 in Canada, the U.K. or Australia?

Don't expect the Macy's 4th July Fireworks 2026 to be broadcast anywhere outside the U.S.

U.S. viewers spending the holiday overseas can still tune in as they usually would by using a VPN, such as NordVPN. Discover more above.

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Kylian Mbappe's France face Paraguay in an intriguing 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 16 clash at Philadelphia's Lincoln Financial Field on July 4. Hungry for goals? Here's a simple way to watch Paraguay vs France for free – in the U.S., Canada and beyond.

Kick-off is at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT / 10 p.m. BST, with fans around the world tuning in to see whether France can reach the quarter-finals of the tournament.

Kylian Mbappe leads the France attack once more, with Michael Olise continuing in the No.10 role. Didier Deschamps has chosen Bradley Barcola over Desire Doue on the left.

William Saliba and Dayot Upamecano will partner each other at center-back once more, while Manu Kone has been picked alongside Adrien Rabiot in midfield.

If you're searching for how to watch Paraguay vs France free online, we've got everything a 'soccer' fan needs, including kick-off times, TV channels, and where to find a live stream of every goal, header and lethal Mbappe finish.

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Watch Paraguay vs France live streams for free

In the U.K., Paraguay vs France will be broadcast for free on BBC. The build-up is live now ahead of kick-off at 10 p.m. BST.

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2. Choose the location. For instance if you're in the U.S. and want to watch Paraguay vs France free, you'd select 'United Kingdom' from the list.

3. Watch the World Cup. Head to BBCand watch the game live.

What devices is BBC iPlayer available on?

• Amazon Fire TV Stick (including Fire TV Cube)
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Achraf Hakimi's Morocco face Canada in a tantalizing 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 16 clash at Houston's NRG Stadium on July 4. Hungry for goals? Here's a simple way to watch Canada vs Morocco for free – in the U.S., Canada and beyond.

Kick-off is at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT / 6 p.m. BST, with fans around the world tuning in to see whether Morocco can reach the quarter-finals in North America.

Hakimi captains Morocco in this World Cup round of 16 tie, with Brahim Diaz starting ahead of him on the right. Ismael Saibari, who has scored three goals so far, leads the line.

Canada captain Alphonso Davies is once again on the bench for the co-hosts, while Jonathan David spearheads the attack alongside Tani Oluwaseyi.

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Watch Canada vs Morocco live streams for free

In the U.K., Canada vs Morocco will be broadcast for free on ITVX. The build-up is live now ahead of kick-off at 6 p.m. BST.

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Trying to navigate Netflix, the world's biggest streaming service, can feel incredibly overwhelming when you are faced with a massive library and a relentless influx of brand-new content dropped every single week. It’s easy to get stuck, spending more time scrolling through endless genres than actually watching a film. That is precisely what makes the platform’s top 10 feature so incredibly handy as it gives you a curated snapshot of exactly what your fellow subscribers are streaming the most right now.

This week, the trending chart includes Millie Bobby Brown’s return as the sharp young detective Enola Holmes, Tom Holland’s first solo film as the iconic Spider-Man, and a tense mystery thriller from David Fincher. I’ve picked three essential films from Netflix's current top 10 that are absolutely worth your time. If you want to see what else is trending, the platform's complete, up-to-the-minute movie rankings are detailed below.

This article is based on Netflix's top 10 movies list in the U.S. as of Saturday, July 4, 2026.

Best movies in the Netflix top 10

‘Enola Holmes 3’ (2026)

I’m not surprised “Enola Holmes 3” has claimed the No. 1 spot on Netflix, given it’s one of the streamer’s biggest original releases of the month. This charming mystery movie is directed by Philip Barantini, who takes over the directorial reins for this third installment in Netflix’s massive tentpole franchise. Millie Bobby Brown returns to her signature role as Enola in this breezy summer film, injected with plenty of sharp banter and Mediterranean visuals. I can confidently say this is the best film in the franchise yet.

Enola (Millie Bobby Brown) travels to Malta for what should be her wedding to Lord Tewkesbury (Louis Partridge), but the celebration is abruptly interrupted when Sherlock Holmes (Henry Cavill) goes missing. She abandons the ceremony and begins investigating his disappearance, uncovering a complex case involving stolen wartime gold, and a conspiracy tied to a powerful political figure. As she works alongside her friends, she must balance her future and a case that only becomes more dangerous.

Watch "Enola Holmes 3" on Netflix now

‘Spider-Man: Homecoming’ (2017)

If you’re excited about “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” releasing this month, there’s no better time to rewatch Tom Holland’s other Spidey films, including his first proper outing, “Spider-Man: Homecoming.” This is the definition of a feel-good movie and proves that Holland is the perfect Peter Parker for a new generation. Thankfully, it doesn’t delve into his tragic backstory, since most fans are already familiar with it, and instead focuses on his awkwardness as a teen and a hero.

After his brief involvement with the Avengers, teenager Peter Parker (Tom Holland) returns to his everyday life in Queens while balancing school and his responsibilities as Spider-Man. Under the guidance of Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.), he is eager to prove himself as more than just a local hero. When a mysterious criminal named Adrian Toomes (Michael Keaton) begins operating a dangerous weapons trade using advanced alien technology, Peter secretly investigates and attempts to stop him.

Watch "Spider-Man: Homecoming" on Netflix now

‘Gone Girl’ (2014)

This last film is less of a mood-booster and more of an intense thriller that keeps you hooked. Directed by master filmmaker David Fincher, “Gone Girl” is adapted from Gillian Flynn's own phenomenally successful 2012 bestselling novel. It feels like a dark satire wrapped in a true-crime-style investigation, breaking down the idea of the “perfect marriage” and turning the intimacy of a relationship into a highly weaponized psychological chess match.

On the morning of his fifth wedding anniversary, Nick Dunne (Ben Affleck) discovers that his wife Amy (Rosamund Pike) has disappeared from their Missouri home. As police launch an investigation, attention quickly turns toward Nick, whose behavior and inconsistent statements make him a prime suspect. Media coverage spreads, exposing details about the couple’s troubled marriage and past. Flashbacks reveal the early stages of their relationship and how it evolved over time.

Watch "Gone Girl" on Netflix now

Netflix top 10 movies right now

1. "Enola Holmes 3" (2026)
2. "Little Brother" (2026)
3. "Spider-Man: Homecoming" (2017)
4. "Voicemails for Isabelle" (2026)
5. "The Boss Baby" (2017)
6. "Maternal Instinct" (2026)
7. "Gone Girl" (2014)
8. "Minions: The Rise of Gru" (2022)
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You can watch the inaugural Nations Championship clash between South Africa and England completely FREE on ITVX, and from anywhere with a VPN. The free-to-air streaming service will show every moment live as the Springboks begin their campaign against England at Ellis Park, one of world rugby's most intimidating venues.

The Nations Championship is a new international competition featuring 12 teams from the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. South Africa come into the tournament as the world's top-ranked side, with Rassie Erasmus naming a full-strength squad that includes Cheslin Kolbe, Eben Etzebeth, Malcolm Marx, and Jesse Kriel. Ellis Park's altitude is also expected to test England's endurance.

England, meanwhile, will be looking to bounce back after a disappointing Six Nations campaign and end a run of three straight defeats to the Springboks, including their agonising one-point loss in the 2023 Rugby World Cup semi-final. Steve Borthwick's side face a daunting opening assignment but will be eager to make an early statement in the tournament.

Want to catch South Africa vs England free? How can you stream these region-specific platforms from anywhere? Can you watch the match while in Canada, Australia, or elsewhere too? Here’s our full guide to watching this Nations Championship 2026 game live free online from anywhere.

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Watch FREE 2026 Tour de France live streams to see the very best riders in the world battle it out over 21 stages from the crowded streets of Barcelona to the high passes of the Alps.

What all the fans are hoping for this year is a four way battle between Tadej Pogačar, Jonas Vingegaard, Paul Seixas and Remco Evenepoel that runs right to the very end of the race. We have seen what shape Vingegaard is in thanks to his commanding win in the Giro d’Italia, and also seen Pogačar destroy the field at the Tour de Suisse with climbing speeds the human race has never witnessed before. The form of Seixas, who carries the hope of an entire nation on his 19-year-old shoulders is a little more unknown as he had to leave the Critérium du Dauphiné early, as it that of Evenepoel who has been hiding out at altitude for two months.

Throw into the mix Issac del Toro, Tom Pidcock and Florian Lipowitz, who could all win it, not to mention Jasper Philipsen, Mathieu van der Poel and Ben Healy, we are in for one hell of a three weeks of racing around France.

You’ll find a run down of the whole route in the preview below.

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Tour de France 2026 Stage 2

Stage one’s new format team time trial delivered the goods and had us on the edge of our seats as each team tried different tactics to launch their leader up the final climb in an attempt to take the stage. At the end of the day it was team Visma who executed the discipline best to propel Jonas Vingegaard into the race lead and give him a 12 second advantage over key rival and race favourite Tadej Pogačar.

Top ten after stage 1.

1 Jonas Vingegaard (Den) Visma-Lease a Bike 0:21:47
2 Filippo Ganna (Ita) Ineos Grenadiers 0:00:08
3 Tadej Pogačar (Slo) UAE Team Emirates-XRG 0:00:12
4 Juan Ayuso (Spa) Lidl-Trek 0:00:16
5 Remco Evenepoel (Bel) Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe 0:00:19
6 Isaac Del Toro (Mex) UAE Team Emirates-XRG 0:00:26
7 Davide Piganzoli (Ita) Visma-Lease a Bike 0:00:28
8 Florian Lipowitz (Ger) Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe 0:00:35
9 Tobias Foss (Nor) Ineos Grenadiers 0:00:38
10 Paul Seixas (Fra) Decathlon CMA CGM 0:00:39

Stage two sees the race stay on the streets of Barcelona and it’s unlikely that Visma will go out of their way to keep Jonas in Yellow so expect them to sit back and let other teams fight out the win.

Stage 2 route profile

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How to watch Tour de France 2026 live streams in the U.S.

Cycling fans in the U.S. can watch the 2026 Tour de France on Peacock who will have all the action from all 21 stages. You’ll need the Premium package to watch the action from the peloton — prices start at $10.99 per month.

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The Tour de France 2026 is streaming live each day on TNT Sports in the UK and there will also be a FREE highlights show on Channel 5 each day.

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Streams will be spread out across the TNT Sports Channels.

Daily Highlights will be shown on Channel 5.

Live coverage of selected stages will also be available on Welsh language channel S4C, which you can watch via S4C Clic and BBC iPlayer.

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Where to watch the 2026 Tour de France around the world

Global (Africa, Latin America, Middle East, North Africa, United States): TV5Monde

Austria: Servus TV

Basque Country: EITB

Belgium: RTBF, VRT

Caribbean: ESPN

China: CCTV, Zhibo TV

Colombia: Canal RCN, Caracol TV

Czech Republic: Czech TV

Denmark: DKTV2

Ecuador: ESPN, Disney+, Teleamazonas (highlights only)

El Salvador: ESPN, Disney+, TCS (highlights only)

Europe: Eurosport, HBO Max

France: Diverto, France Télévisions

Germany: ARD

Hungary: MTVA

Ireland: TG4

Italy: Rai Sport

Japan: J Sports, Wowow

Latin America: ESPN, Disney+, DirecTV Sports (highlights only), Claro Sports (highlights only)

Luxembourg: RTL

Middle East: Abu Dhabi Sports

Netherlands: NOS

North Africa: Abu Dhabi Sports

Norway: TV2 Norway

Portugal: RTP

Russia: Okko

Spain: RTVE

Slovakia: STVR

Slovenia: RTV Slovenija

Southeast Asia: Bein Sport Asia

South Korea: Coupang

Switzerland: SRG-SSR

Subsaharan Africa: Supersport

Taiwan: ELTA

Wales: S4C

Tour de France 2026 Preview

One of the most anticipated Tours in modern times kicks off in highly unusual fashion with a team time trial around the streets of Barcelona. This technical test will install a pecking order from day one and it’s very possible that some gaps created by having a weaker team may never be closed.

The race spends another day on the roads around Barcelona with a lumpy stage that includes three ascents of the famous Montjuïc climb then wastes zero time before it heads for the high mountains on Stage 3. Crossing the Pyrenees via the Col de Toses it returns to France to finish in Les Angles, then there’s another lumpy day on Stage 4 before finally on Stage 5 the sprinters will get a chance on the run into Pau.

Next up is what many people are saying is a stage that could decide the whole race, the 186-kilometer journey from Pau to the first summit finish at Gavarnie-Gedre via the twin horrors of the Col d’Aspin and the Col du Tourmalet. If a certain rider feels he needs to flex his dominance it could spell curtains for the rest so hopefully he keeps his powder dry to allow the battle to unfold later in the Tour.

Leaving the Pyrenees behind the race calms down for two nailed on sprint days into Bordeaux and Bergerac, then the hills return on Stage 9 as the race crosses the Massif Central from Malemort to Ussel.

Following the first rest day the race enters its second day in the Massif Central but it’s a far harsher affair as it crosses such legendary climbs as the Pas de Peyrol and the Col de Pertus. This will be another chance for the leaders to show their dominance before they can sit back and relax on another brace of sprint days on Stages 11 and 12, to Nevers and Chalon Sur Saone.

From now on the route sticks to the east of the country gradually working its way southward starting with two days in the Vosges, taking on the Ballon d’Alsace on stage 13. The same mountain will be climbed once again on Stage 14 together with the Grand Ballon, the Col du Page and the Col du Haag.

If the yellow jersey isn’t already secured then Stage 15 will surely make sure it is. The first proper summit finish on the climb to the Plateau de Solaison leaves nowhere to hide so you don’t want to miss a minute of this one.

After the second rest day comes the individual time trial, 26 km of rolling terrain from Evian to Thonon-les-Bains, a flat sprint day on Stage 17 and then it’s time for three more mountain days, back to back.

Stage 18 isn’t anything to be scared of, there are only two first cat climbs on the 185 kilometers between Voiron and Orcieres-Merlette but Stages 19 and 20 are EPIC.

Featuring two finishes in Alpe d’Huez the first takes the peloton there via the Col de Noyer and the Col d’Ornon before finishing up the most famous mountain in cycling. The second, the queen stage of the race crosses the Col de la Croix de Fer, the Col du Telegraph, the Col du Galibier before taking the hard route into Alpe d’Huez via the Col de Sarenne. Brutal.

If anyone is left standing the race then wraps up on Stage 21 with a day in Paris, once again returning to Montmartre for three ascents of the vicious climb before the traditional finish on the Champs-Élysées.

Tour de France 2026 stages

Stage 1 | Saturday July 4 | Barcelona - Barcelona, 19 Team time trial

Stage 2 | Sunday July 5 | Tarragona - Barcelona, 182km

Stage 3 | Monday July 6 | Granollers - Les Angles, 196km

Stage 4 | Tuesday July 7 | Carcassonne - Foix, 182km

Stage 5 | Wednesday July 8 | Lannemezan - Pau, 158km

Stage 6 | Thursday July 9 | Pau - Gavarnie-Gèdre, 186km

Stage 7 | Friday July 10 | Hagetmau - Bordeaux, 175km

Stage 8 | Saturday July 11 | Périgueux - Bergerac, 182km

Stage 9 | Sunday July 12 | Malemort - Ussel, 185km

REST DAY | Monday July 13      

Stage 10 | Tuesday July 14 | Aurillac - Le Lioran, 167km

Stage 11 | Wednesday July 15 | Vichy - Nevers, 161km

Stage 12 | Thursday July 16 | Circuit de Nevers Magny-Cours - Chalon-sur-Saône, 181km

Stage 13 | Friday July 17 | Dole - Belfort, 205km

Stage 14 | Saturday July 18 | Mulhouse - Le Markstein, 155km

Stage 15 | Sunday July 19 | Champagnole - Plateau de Solaison, 184km

REST DAY | Monday July 20      

Stage 16 | Tuesday July 21 | Évian Les-Bains - Thonon Les-Bains, 26km ITT

Stage 17 | Wednesday July 22 | Chambéry - Voiron, 175km

Stage 18 | Thursday July 23 | Voiron - Orcières Merlette, 185km

Stage 19 | Friday July 24 | Gap - Alpe d’Huez, 128km

Stage 20 | Saturday July 25 | Le Bourg d’Oisans - Alpe d’Huez, 171km

Stage 21 | Sunday July 25 | Thoiry - Paris, 130km

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It feels like for as long as there's been summer, there's been the summer blockbuster — those larger-than-life, action-packed flicks that heat up the box office and the pop-culture zeitgeist over the hottest weeks of the year. From "Jaws" to "Jurassic Park," "The Dark Knight" to "Top Gun: Maverick," those big-budget spectacles are just as much tentpoles of the warm-weather season as baseball games, beaches opening and the ice cream man.

And this summer marks the 30th anniversary of one of the biggest Hollywood blockbusters ever: "Independence Day," the 1996 sci-fi juggernaut that starred Will Smith, Bill Pullman and Jeff Goldblum and went on to become the highest-grossing film of that year, grossing over $817 million worldwide against a $75 million production budget.

In the four decades since the Roland Emmerich-directed movie crash-landed into theaters in July 1996, an "Independence Day" rewatch has become an annual summertime tradition. And you can revisit the crowd-pleasing film for completely, totally free on Tubi.

What is 'Independence Day' about?

The regularly scheduled summertime antics of the human race are brutally interrupted when an extraterrestrial mothership decides to invade Earth and annihilate all of humanity. (In the middle of barbecue season?!)

To ensure human survival and guarantee that our species will have many more summers to come, a group of military personnel and some unlikely heroes — including Marine pilot Captain Steve Hiller (Will Smith), satellite engineer David Levinson (Jeff Goldblum) and President of the United States Thomas J. Whitmore (Bill Pullman) — must unite in a desperate global counterattack scheduled for, you guessed it, the Fourth of July.

And if you need a dose of patriotism leading into the titular holiday, Pullman's POTUS delivers what may be the most famous presidential speech since the Gettysburg Address.

This is the perfect time to stream 'Independence Day' for free

"Independence Day" laid the groundwork for all summer blockbusters to come, including fellow disaster-focused contemporaries like "Deep Impact" and "Armageddon." Along with being a massive commercial success, the quintessential popcorn movie was also praised for its then-groundbreaking special effects (it took home the Academy Award for Best Visual Effects and earned a nomination for Best Sound) and Smith's star-making performance, which helped propel the actor to the top of the A-list.

Both of those entertaining elements helped critics overlook the film's weaker qualities: "The plot is thin and so is character development, but as a thrilling, spectacle-filled summer movie, 'Independence Day' delivers," per the critical consensus over on Rotten Tomatoes, where the film has a 69% approval rating.

Sure, "Citizen Kane" it's certainly not, but "Independence Day" has endured for four decades because it's an all-American good time, with a great ensemble cast (Mary McDonnell, Judd Hirsch, Margaret Colin, Robert Loggia, Vivica A. Fox and Harvey Fierstein also star, among others), the highest of stakes and plenty of explosions. What more could you want from a summer blockbuster?

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When you think of zombies, it’s easy to imagine the slow-walking kind in shows like “The Walking Dead” and movies like “Night of the Living Dead.” Even though they can still be gory, they often lose a sense of tension because they’re relatively easy to outrun. “World War Z,” on the other hand, strays from that and features hundreds of infected who can sprint and climb walls.

Based on the 2006 bestselling horror-apocalypse novel, the film essentially takes the book’s title and discards almost everything else, but still makes for a gripping watch for genre fans.

It’s even better timing that Prime Video added “World War Z,” given the sequel is officially back in the works. If you didn’t know, a second film spent over a decade stuck in development hell, but Paramount formally confirmed the project at CinemaCon in April 2026. A sequel was actually planned years ago, and at one point even had legendary director David Fincher attached. So there’s no better time to stream the first film and ramp up your excitement.

If you’re in need of an intense horror-thriller to stream this weekend, or just want to see Brad Pitt use his fighting skills in the middle of an apocalypse, here’s why “World War Z” should be on your Prime Video watchlist.

What is ‘World War Z’ about?

Former United Nations investigator Gerry Lane (Brad Pitt) is stuck in traffic with his family in Philadelphia when a sudden, violent outbreak erupts across the city. A rapidly spreading infection turns humans into aggressive, fast-moving infected, causing global collapse within hours.

Recruited back to the UN, Gerry is tasked with travelling the world to trace the origin of the outbreak and find a way to stop it in exchange for his family’s safety. His journey takes him through devastated cities and military zones in South Korea, Israel, and on board a WHO aircraft, where he gathers fragmented clues about the behavior of the infected.

As safe zones collapse and transportation routes become increasingly dangerous, Lane’s mission becomes a race to gather information from different hotspots before communication and infrastructure break down entirely.

‘World War Z’ is intense, gripping and furious

Apocalyptic movies are always huge in scale, and because of that, there are often multiple characters interwoven throughout the story. “World War Z” thankfully chooses to focus on one family, with the man determined to keep them safe by using his expertise to find a potential cure. Even though it takes little from the source material other than its name and infection lore (the book was widely considered unfilmable by Hollywood standards), it makes a smart choice by following a single character through the chaos. That’s what kept me invested.

“World War Z” opens with a jarring montage of real-world news broadcasts over the opening credits before we meet the protagonist, Gerry, who has retired to spend more time with his family. The transition from safety to apocalypse happens in a matter of minutes during a family drive through downtown Philadelphia.

Action lovers will be pleased to know the first wave of the infected hits very soon into the film, and it’s arguably one of the best scenes.

It’s hard to call this film “overlooked” considering it pulled in $540 million worldwide, making it the highest-grossing zombie film ever made and one of the biggest hits of Brad Pitt's career. But in recent years, it’s definitely been somewhat pushed into the shadows, and will likely get another boost in attention once the sequel is out. I compare it favorably to Steven Soderbergh's movie “Contagion” since it makes the effort to include the science of a pandemic rather than just cheap jump scares, and its true strength lies in Pitt’s performance as an exhausted father trying to solve a catastrophic puzzle.

While the film is formulaic and loses its grip on the story’s human aspect by the third act, it still remains a blast, even more so for genre fans. It earned 67% on Rotten Tomatoes (72% from audiences), with the site’s critics consensus reading: “It's uneven and diverges from the source book, but World War Z still brings smart, fast-moving thrills and a solid performance from Brad Pitt to the zombie genre.” Basically, if you love large-scale survival movies, “World War Z” should be at the top of your Prime Video watchlist.

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Netflix has confirmed its movie slate for July 2026, and subscribers are getting a huge wave of movies to watch this month. There are dozens of films just added to the streaming service’s library, which comes with the unfortunate downside of having maybe too much choice.

To help you pick out the gems, I’ve turned to review aggregate site Rotten Tomatoes. While a high score on RT doesn’t guarantee a movie will appeal to your personal tastes, it offers an at-a-glance indicator of how a movie’s critical reception. Scoring 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes is no easy feat, but the seven new to Netflix movies below managed it.

So, without further introduction, here are the highest-scoring newcomers to Netflix this month. If you wish to refresh your watchlist, these movies are worth considering.

‘Fargo’ (1996)

If you’re a fan of the “Fargo” TV show but didn’t know the crime series is actually based on a 1996 Coen Brothers movie, now is as good a time as any to correct that oversight. Often cited as one of the Coen bro’s best efforts, it was nominated for seven Oscars, winning two (Best Actress for Frances McDormand and Best Original Screenplay). It offers up a darkly comedic tale of murder and criminal scheming in a way only the Coen Brothers can.

Set across Minneapolis and the eponymous Fargo, North Dakota, Jerry Lundegaard (William H. Macy) is a car salesman in quite the bind. Swimming in debt, he hires two bumbling thugs (Steven Buscemi and Peter Stormare) to kidnap his own wife, assuming her wealthy father (Harve Presnell) will pay a hefty ransom. But when the scheme goes horribly wrong, pregnant police chief Marge Gunderson (McDormand) is called in to investigate.

Rotten Tomatoes score: 95%
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‘A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood’ (2019)

“A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood” will make you feel all warm, fuzzy, and optimistic about human nature. Tom Hanks as Mr. Rogers is utterly perfect casting. The beloved television presenter, who taught multiple generations how to be kind, is revered by millions, and Hanks does the man behind the red cardigan sweater justice.

The setup is simple: Lloyd Vogel (Matthew Rhys) is a cynical journalist, assigned to profile Mr. Rogers. He approaches this task with an eagerness to prove that Mr. Rogers’ unwavering good nature is an act. However, the presenter's empathy, kindness, and decency prompt Vogel to reconsider his stance, and the two form a real friendship. Together they share their perspectives on life, and Rogers helps Vogel move beyond his painful past.

Rotten Tomatoes score: 95%
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‘Talk to Me’ (2023)

A seriously spooky chiller, “Talk to Me” is an Australian horror movie that follows a group of friends who discover a way to contact the dead by gripping an embalmed hand and saying “talk to me”. What starts as a novel party trick quickly becomes something much more sinister when the spirits they communicate with refuse to leave. Directed by Danny and Michael Philippou, who started their careers as YouTubers, this impactful horror is a must-watch if you enjoyed “Obsession” or “Backrooms.”

Not only does “Talk to Me” have some of the most toe-curlingly realistic practical effects I’ve seen in years, but it balances its frighteningly effective scares and tension with quieter, more character-focused moments. You’ll really care about the ultimate fate of sympathetic lead Mia (Sophie Wilde), and the movie’s brutal ending will stick with you for months to come.

Rotten Tomatoes score: 94%
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‘Moneyball’ (2011)

You don’t even have to like baseball to enjoy this biographical sports drama; you just need to appreciate the underdog spirit and have an interest in watching a group of people change the game with a radically different approach. Starring Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill and Philip Seymour Hoffman, “Moneyball” recounts how the 2002 Oakland Athletics utilized sabermetrics to build a winning team on a fraction of their rivals’ budgets.

Based on true events and adapted from the book of the same name, Pitt plays Billy Beane, the general manager of the Oakland A’s in the early 2000s. Struggling to compete with baseball’s biggest clubs on the A’s comparatively smaller budget, Beane is introduced to a new way of thinking by economics graduate Peter Brand (Hill). Putting faith in hard data rather than a scout’s gut feeling, they create a team of undervalued talent that changed the game forever.

Rotten Tomatoes score: 94%
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‘Nomadland’ (2021)

Another movie that earned Frances McDormand an Oscar is “Nomadland.” This Chloé Zhao picture also scooped Best Picture and Best Director, making it quite the awards player. However, I will admit, it’s not really to my personal taste, but one look at its Rotten Tomatoes score tells you that the majority of critics were deeply impressed by this exploration of the nomad lifestyle set across the 21st-century American West.

McDormand plays Fern, a woman in her 60s who becomes suddenly unemployed due to the Great Recession in the early 2010s. With her husband having recently passed away, and now without a job, she takes the radical step of selling all her possessions, buying a van, and hitting the open road. She discovers a sense of belonging and peace in this modern-day nomad existence. The pace might be very slow, but at least the sights of America look utterly stunning.

Rotten Tomatoes score: 93%
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‘Spider-Man: Homecoming’ (2017)

Spider-Man is making his big-screen return in just a few weeks with “Brand New Day.” Tom Holland is back as the world’s most popular superhero, alongside Zendaya and Jacob Batalon as his best pals, MJ and Ned. With this in mind, the arrival of “Spider-Man: Homecoming” on Netflix is particularly well-timed, letting you go back to the start and see the origins of this incarnation of the webhead. "Homecoming" is one of the best Spider-Man movies, period.

Set after Holland’s first appearance in the MCU in “Captain America: Civil War,” Peter Parker is eager to prove himself to mentor figure Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.). Frustrated with merely being a friendly neighborhood crimefighter, he gets the chance to step into the big leagues when the villainous Vulture (Michael Keaton) arrives on the scene with a sinister scheme to sell alien technology to some very bad people.

Rotten Tomatoes score: 92%
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‘The Witch’ (2015)

If you decide to stream “The Witch,” prepare for serious spooks. The directorial debut of Robert Eggers is one of the best horrors of the 2010s, and now is a great time to watch it, with the first trailer for the director’s upcoming “Werwulf” dropping earlier this week. Eggers is the modern master of folklore horror, with an eye for period authenticity and slow-burn tension. Plus, “The Witch” also marks Anya Taylor-Joy’s feature film debut.

Set in 17th-century New England, William (Ralph Ineson) and his family are banished from their settlement and build their own farm in the shadow of a thick forest. When the family’s youngest son, Samuel, goes missing, it’s the oldest daughter, Thomasin (Taylor-Joy), who is blamed. As the family becomes increasingly fractured and paranoid, William suspects that evil forces are stalking them, and Thomasin might have engaged in witchcraft.

Rotten Tomatoes score: 91%
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You can watch the inaugural Nations Championship opener between New Zealand and France completely FREE on ITVX, and from anywhere with a VPN. The free-to-air streaming service will show every moment live as the All Blacks begin a new era under head coach Dave Rennie in the first international match at Christchurch's new One New Zealand Stadium.

The inaugural Nations Championship brings together 12 teams from the Northern and Southern Hemispheres in a new global competition. New Zealand will be hoping to make a winning start under Rennie, with Ardie Savea captaining the side for the first time and four uncapped players included as the All Blacks begin building towards the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

France, meanwhile, travel without several of their biggest stars, including Antoine Dupont, Romain Ntamack, Emmanuel Meafou, and Peato Mauvaka. Les Bleus have won just 15 of their 67 Tests against the All Blacks – and only four of 34 on New Zealand soil – but have shown in recent years that they are capable of upsetting the odds.

Want to watch New Zealand vs France free? Watch the match while in Canada, Australia, or elsewhere too – here’s our full guide to watching this Nations Championship 2026 game live free online from anywhere.

How to watch New Zealand vs France for free

Rugby fans in the U.S., U.K., and Ireland are in luck!

Rugbypass TV is streaming the New Zealand vs France Nations Championship 2026 game for free in the United States.

In Ireland, Virgin Media Play is making New Zealand vs France available free to watch.

Fans in the U.K. can watch the match live and free on ITVX. New to ITVX? Register for a free account. All you need is a TV license and a valid UK postcode for an account (e.g. SE1 7PB).

If you're traveling outside these countries, you can watch the match from wherever you are by using a VPN. Full details on how to do that just below...

How to watch New Zealand vs France from anywhere

Away from home at the moment and blocked from watching the game on your usual subscription? You can still watch the New Zealand vs France Nations Championship live stream thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network).

NordVPN is our top pick of the options – try it for 30 days with our deal below:

Using a VPN is incredibly simple.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're in Australia and want to view your usual U.K. service, you'd select United Kingdom from the server list.

3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to ITVX or another service listed on this page and watch the game.

Which devices can I watch New Zealand vs France with?

You can use ITVX on all of the following devices and platforms:

Amazon Fire (Tablets, Cube, Stick, TVs)
Android TV (please note: some models aren’t supported)
Android (Mobile & Tablet) - Android 7.0 and above
Apple TV (tvOS 14 or later)
Google TV (Chromecast with Google TV and NVIDIA Shield)
Freely
Freesat (please note: some models aren’t supported)
Freeview Play (TVs and set-top boxes) (please note: some models aren’t supported)
iOS (iPhone & iPad) - iOS 14 and above
LG Smart TVs (2016-2024)
NOW Smart Sticks and Boxes (minimum firmware v11.5.0)
PlayStation (PS4 and PS5)
Roku (Stick & Roku-OS powered TVs, minimum firmware v11.5.0)
Samsung Smart TVs (2017 and above - 2016 models only offer on demand TV)
Sky Q, Sky Glass and Sky Stream puck
Virgin Media (360, Stream, TiVo)
YouView (BT, Humax, Sony, TalkTalk)
Xbox (One, Series X, Series S)

You can use RugbyPass TV on all of the following devices and platforms:

Android (Mobile & Tablet) – Android 5.0 and above
iPhone & iPad – iOS 11.2 and above
Android TV – Android TV 5.0 and above
Apple TV – 3rd and 4th generation (tvOS 11 and above)
Chromecast
AirPlay

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We've reached the point of the Denzel Watchathon that I think a lot of people have been waiting for. This week marks the first of Denzel's movies from the 2000s, and that means I'm watching (more accurately, rewatching) "Remember the Titans."

Like many of you reading this, I've seen this sports movie before. More than once. When you think of Denzel's career, this might not be the first movie you think of, but it'd be close. Coach Herman Boone is an iconic Denzel role, with more than its share of memorable moments and quotable lines.

And yet, incredibly (and perhaps ironically), I had forgotten just how good Denzel is in this movie. In fact, he elevates it. It's a good movie in its own right, but when you rewatch it, you find some weak spots. Particularly when the movie focuses more on the student athletes or Coach Yoast's (Will Patton) daughter, Sheryl (Hayden Panettiere). This is clearly meant to be a feel-good, inspiring movie, and as such, it struggles to avoid being plucky or corny at times.

That said, I also forgot what an incredible period piece this movie is. In fact, it might be a better period piece than a sports movie. The racism that existed in 1971 Virginia is (relatively) accurately portrayed, but far more casually and prolifically than I recalled from my viewings of this movie in my youth. Aside from Denzel's performance, it was probably what stunned me the most.

If you want to watch this movie before you read on, I have great news! Not only is "Remember the Titans" streaming on Hulu, one of the best streaming services out there, but you can also stream it on Disney+.

'Remember the Titans' is a better period piece than a sports movie

Based on a true story, "Remember the Titans" is the story of the 1971 T.C. Williams Titans state-championship-winning football team. Led by Herman Boone (Washington), this team went 13-0, won the state title, and finished the season as the second-best high school football program in the U.S.

Now, when I say "based" on a true story, I mean it. While a great movie, there's a lot about this sports drama that isn't historically accurate. If you go to Wikipedia, you'll find an extensive list, but the highlights are the game against George C. Marshall being a mid-season matchup, and that Alexandria legally integrated its schools in 1959, not 1971.

That said, T.C. Williams was created as an intentionally integrated high school in 1971, merging three existing schools. One of these schools was Francis C. Hammond, which was predominantly white and where Coach Yoast (Patton) had just won the state championship the year before.

Virginia, at the time, was also undeniably still struggling with racism and desegregation. Part of the Jim Crow South and the literal capital of the ethnostate Confederate States of America, just over 100 years earlier, it would have been facetious not to portray race relations at the time, to say the least.

That said, I was still stunned by how casual and prolific the racism was in this movie. Again, not because it didn't exist, but because this is a Disney movie about high school football.

Yes, Denzel's Coach Boone marched with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., which the movie makes sure to point out. And yes, he's forced to stand out on his porch with a gun in his hand after a racially motivated attack, in a scene almost copied from "Malcolm X." But this is ultimately a movie about a team going undefeated to win a championship.

Frankly, it almost felt like Quentin Tarantino directed it at times, with how much racial vitriol is casually thrown around. However, in Disney fashion, it is worth noting that the one time it seems that someone is about to use the N-word, they're conveniently cut short. In reality, things probably didn't play out quite that way.

It's not just the racism that makes this movie an exceptional period piece. The production design, period-accurate cars, etc., are all hallmarks of a well-done historical retelling, and this movie nails them, aside from only allowing Sunshine (Kip Pardue) to have long hair (in reality, Gerry Bertier [Ryan Hurst] and others also had long hair). But it's the movie's commitment to portraying the harsh realities of the South in the 1970s that really impresses me now, 26 years after it was released in theaters.

Verdict: This movie is great, but it'd be worth watching for the Denzel performance alone

As impressive a period piece as "Remember the Titans" is, the reason this movie is a classic is Denzel's performance as Boone. While this is truly an ensemble film with a deep cast that includes Ryan Gosling, Ethan Suplee, Wood Harris and Donald Faison, it's Denzel's moments that are the star.

Because of this, the movie does stumble a little as it approaches its conclusion. The beginning of the film is all about Boone having to unite this team, his coaching staff and to an extent, the city of Alexandria. So the movie naturally focuses on him.

The scenes that involve the preseason camp in Gettysburg are probably the high point of the movie for this reason. The first interaction with Bertier is incredible, as is his first conversation with Lastik (Suplee). The enforcement of three-a-day practices and the speech at the graveyard at Gettysburg Battlefield are peak Denzel.

But then the team starts winning, and it's clear that they have enough talent to win. So the story shifts to ancillary conflicts and puts its focus more frequently on Coach Yoast, as well as the burgeoning friendship between Gerry Bertier and Julius Campbell (Harris). These storylines are still good, as are the performances, but they're noticeably not as demanding of your attention as when Denzel starts to speak.

Regardless, "Remember the Titans" is still a great movie and worthy of your time, whether it's your first watch or your tenth. Even if you've seen it a few times in the past, I recommend checking it out again, because I truly forgot how good not only it is, but how good Denzel is in it.

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In a bid to make the international rugby calendar's fixtures even more meaningful and intense, the biennial Nations Championship makes its debut this year with 12 countries from around the world bidding to become its first winner.

You can watch Nations Championship 2026 live streams from anywhere with a VPN and potentially for FREE.

As the number one ranked team in the world and with back-to-back wins in both the Rugby World Cup and Rugby Championship, South Africa will start as favorites to take the inaugural Nations Championship title. But they'll face stern competition from the usual big hitters of world rugby union, the New Zealand All Blacks, Six Nations winners France, England and Ireland all likely to challenge.

In terms of format, the dozen nations are divided into southern and northern hemisphere divisions of six. By the time the six group games are complete (with three rounds of fixtures taking place in July, and three more in November), the top side of each division play off in a grand final at Twickenham on Sunday, November 29.

Will the big boys dominate? Or could this format bring the likes of Argentina, Fiji or Scotland to the fore? Here's how to watch Nations Championship 2026 — including free streaming options and a full list of fixtures, kick-off times and results.

How to watch Nations Championship 2026 for FREE

Live coverage of the Nations Championship 2026 is carried by several free-to-air streaming platforms around the world.

Specifically, you can watch all matches for free on:

• Rugbypass TV in the U.S.
• ITVX in the U.K.
• Virgin Media Play in Ireland
• 9Now in Australia (selected matches only)

Traveling overseas? You won't be able to watch the action like you normally would due to regional restrictions. Fortunately, there’s an easy solution. Use a VPN to watch Nations Championship 2026 for free — we’ll explain more below.

Next fixtures — Round 1: Saturday, July 4

• New Zealand vs France: 3:10 a.m. ET / 8:10 a.m. BST / 5:10 p.m. AEST
• Japan vs Italy: 4:40 a.m. ET / 9:40 a.m. BST / 6:40 p.m. AEST
• Australia vs Ireland: 6:10 a.m. ET / 11:10 a.m. BST / 8:10 p.m. AEST
• Fiji vs Wales: 9:10 a.m. ET / 2:10 p.m. BST / 11:10 p.m. AEST
• South Africa vs England: 11:40 a.m. ET / 4:40 p.m. BST / 1:40 a.m. AEST (Sun)
• Argentina vs Scotland: 3:10 p.m. ET / 8:10 p.m. BST / 5:10 a.m. AEST (Sun)

Watch Nations Championship 2026 from anywhere

Away from home at the moment and blocked from watching the rugby on your usual subscription?

You can still watch Nations Championship 2026 live thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software can make your devices appear to be back in your home country regardless of where you are, making it ideal for viewers away on vacation or on business. Our favorite is NordVPN — we explain why in our NordVPN review.

Using a VPN is incredibly simple.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're in New Zealand and want to watch the your free U.S. coverage, choose 'United States' from the server list.

3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to your usual streaming service and watch Nations Championship 2026 rugby live from anywhere.

How to watch Nations Championship 2026 online in the U.S.

Despite CBS last year announcing that it had secured rights to show all world rugby on Paramount+ in the U.S. until 2029, the 2026 Nations Championship is being streamed for FREE online via Rugbypass TV.

Rugbypass TV can be streamed through via your web browser as well as its dedicated mobile app.

Traveling overseas right now? You can use a VPN to watch all the action as if you were back home. Of the options, NordVPN is our top pick.

How to watch Nations Championship 2026 live streams in the U.K.

Every 2026 Nations Championship fixture will be shown on ITV in the U.K.

All matches will be free-to-air on TV (so long as you have a valid TV Licence) as well as online through the broadcaster's streaming platform ITVX.

Welsh speakers also have the option to watch all seven of Wales' games on S4C (available to watch online through the BBC iPlayer and S4C Clic apps).

Away from home? You can still catch all the action using a VPN, such as our top pick: NordVPN.

Where to watch Nations Championship 2026 live online in Australia

Rugby union fans in Australia can watch every Nations Championship clash on Stan Sport.

You'll need a Stan subscription starting at $12/month and then add Stan Sport for an extra $20/month.

Only interested in catching the Wallabies? Home games during the 2026 championship will go out on free-to-air TV thanks to Channel 9 and will stream for free on its 9Now streaming platform.

If you're traveling overseas you can still watch all the 2026 Nations Championship on Stan or 9Now via a VPN. Our number one VPN service right now is NordVPN.

How to watch 2026 Nations Championship live streams in New Zealand

New Zealanders can catch the 2026 Nations Championship on Sky Sport.

That means you can also watch through the online Sky Sport Now platform, which costs $29.99/day, $59.99/month or $549.99/year.

Remember. You can still tap into your Nations Championship stream when overseas by using one of the best VPN services, such as NordVPN.

How to watch Nations Championship 2026 in Ireland

As mentioned above, Irish residents can watch every game of the Nations Championship 2026 on Virgin Media Play.

It's a free service meaning you won't have to pay a penny to stream any of the 42 games.

Outside the Emerald Isle? Watch from anywhere across the world with NordVPN!

How to watch Nations Championship 2026 in Canada

The Nations Championship will be broadcast on the Premier Sports subscription service in Canada, which costs CA$29.99/month, CA$79.99 for six months or CA$139.99 for a whole year.

Outside Canada during the tournament? Unlock your Premier Sports streams with NordVPN.

Nations Championship fixtures, schedule & results 2026

Southern Hemisphere Series

Round 1 — Saturday, July 4
New Zealand vs France: 3:10 a.m. ET / 8:10 a.m. BST / 5:10 p.m. AEST
Japan vs Italy: 4:40 a.m. ET / 9:40 a.m. BST / 6:40 p.m. AEST
Australia vs Ireland: 6:10 a.m. ET / 11:10 a.m. BST / 8:10 p.m. AEST
Fiji vs Wales: 9:10 a.m. ET / 2:10 p.m. BST / 11:10 p.m. AEST
South Africa vs England: 11:40 a.m. ET / 4:40 p.m. BST / 1:40 a.m. AEST (Sun)
Argentina vs Scotland: 3:10 p.m. ET / 8:10 p.m. BST / 5:10 a.m. AEST (Sun)

Round 2 — Saturday, July 11
New Zealand vs Italy: 1:10 a.m. ET / 6:10 a.m. BST / 3:10 p.m. AEST
Australia vs France: 3:40 a.m. ET / 8:40 a.m. BST / 5:40 p.m. AEST
Japan vs Ireland: 6:10 a.m. ET / 11:10 a.m. BST / 8:10 p.m. AEST
Fiji vs England: 9:10 a.m. ET / 2:10 p.m. BST / 11:10 p.m. AEST
South Africa vs Scotland: 11:40 a.m. ET / 4:40 p.m. BST / 1:40 a.m. AEST (Sun)
Argentina vs Wales: 3:10 p.m. ET / 8:10 p.m. BST / 5:10 a.m. AEST (Sun)

Round 3 — Saturday, July 18
New Zealand vs Ireland: 3:10 a.m. ET / 8:10 a.m. BST / 5:10 p.m. AEST
Japan vs France: 4:40 a.m. ET / 9:40 a.m. BST / 6:40 p.m. AEST
Australia vs Italy: 6:10 a.m. ET / 11:10 a.m. BST / 8:10 p.m. AEST
Fiji vs Scotland: 9:10 a.m. ET / 2:10 p.m. BST / 11:10 p.m. AEST
South Africa vs Wales: 11:40 a.m. ET / 4:40 p.m. BST / 1:40 a.m. AEST (Sun)
Argentina vs England: 3:10 p.m. ET / 8:10 p.m. BST / 5:10 a.m. AEST (Sun)

Northern Hemisphere Series

Round 4 — Friday, Nov. 6 to Sunday, Nov. 8
Ireland vs Argentina: Fri. at 3:10 p.m. ET / 8:10 p.m. GMT / 7:10 a.m. AEST (Sat)
Italy vs South Africa: Sat. at 6:40 a.m. ET / 11:40 a.m. GMT / 10:40 p.m. AEST
Scotland vs New Zealand: Sat. at 9:10 a.m. ET / 2:10 p.m. GMT / 1:10 a.m. AEST (Sun)
Wales vs Japan: Sat. at 11:40 a.m. ET / 4:40 p.m. GMT / 3:40 a.m. AEST (Sun)
France vs Fiji: Sat. at 3:10 p.m. ET / 8:10 p.m. GMT / 7:10 a.m. AEST (Sun)
England vs Australia: Sun. at 10:10 a.m. ET / 3:10 p.m. GMT / 2:10 a.m. AEST (Mon)

Round 5 — Friday, Nov. 13 to Sunday, Nov. 15
France vs South Africa: Fri. at 3:10 p.m. ET / 8:10 p.m. GMT / 7:10 a.m. AEST (Sat)
Italy vs Argentina: Sat. at 6:40 a.m. ET / 11:40 a.m. GMT / 10:40 p.m. AEST
Wales vs New Zealand: Sat. at 9:10 a.m. ET / 2:10 p.m. GMT / 1:10 a.m. AEST (Sun)
England vs Japan: Sat. at 11:40 a.m. ET / 4:40 p.m. GMT / 3:40 a.m. AEST (Sun)
Ireland vs Fiji: Sat. at 3:10 p.m. ET / 8:10 p.m. GMT / 7:10 a.m. AEST (Sun)
Scotland vs Australia: Sun. at 10:10 a.m. ET / 3:10 p.m. GMT / 2:10 a.m. AEST (Mon)

Round 6 — Saturday, November 21
England vs New Zealand: 9:10 a.m. ET / 2:10 p.m. GMT / 1:10 a.m. AEST (Sun)
Scotland vs Japan: 9:10 a.m. ET / 2:10 p.m. GMT / 1:10 a.m. AEST (Sun)
Ireland vs South Africa: 11:40 a.m. ET / 4:40 p.m. GMT / 3:40 a.m. AEST (Sun)
Italy vs Fiji: 11:40 a.m. ET / 4:40 p.m. GMT / 3:40 a.m. AEST (Sun)
France vs Argentina: 3:10 p.m. ET / 8:10 p.m. GMT / 7:10 a.m. AEST (Sun)
Wales vs Australia: 3:10 p.m. ET / 8:10 p.m. GMT / 7:10 a.m. AEST (Sun)

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Another weekend is here, and several of this year's biggest blockbusters just landed on the best streaming services to help you beat this crazy heatwave from the comfort of your own couch. Over on premium streaming, you can finally watch the breakout horror hit of 2026, "Obsession," as well as the long-awaited sequel "The Devil Wears Prada 2."

Meanwhile, Netflix has a new entry in its fan-favorite detective series "Enola Holmes" that sees Millie Bobby Brown reprise her role as the world-famous detective's brilliant little sister. If you're in the mood for a classic, the laugh-out-loud sports comedy drama "A League of Their Own" also just returned to the platform. Finally, over on Prime Video you can catch the hilarious high school comedy "Bottoms," which is a must-watch if you love GOATs of the genre like "Mean Girls" or "Superbad."

So without further ado, let's dive into the best movies to stream this weekend.

‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ (PVOD)

I'm still not convinced "The Devil Wears Prada" needed a sequel, but it's impressive how much fun I had seeing this one in theater despite its nearly identical set-up and plot. In the 20 years since Andy (Anne Hathaway) and her turquoise sweater made a splash at Runway, she's built a successful journalism career that comes to a screeching halt in the movie's opening moments.

She's thrown a lifeline when Runway, reeling from a scandal of its own making, recruits her as its new editor to repair the magazine's reputation and steer it back on course. To her chagrin, the icy editor-in-chief Miranda (Meryl Streep) doesn't appear to remember a thing about her former assistant. Convinced Andy isn't qualified for the job, Miranda quickly begins undermining her, leaving Nigel (Stanley Tucci) to once again step in as Andy's confidant and fiercest supporter as they all band together to do the impossible.

Buy or rent "The Devil Wears Prada 2" on Amazon now

‘Obsession’ (PVOD)

I'm a huge horror fan, and "Obsession" is the most terrified I've been watching a movie in theaters in a long time. It's a straightforward premise done extremely well with a star-making performance from Inde Navarrette that continues to haunt my nightmares. She's uncanny and terrifying as Nikki, a young woman who suddenly finds herself more than a little obsessed with her friend and co-worker Bear (Michael Johnston).

He's not-so-secretly in love with her, but when she doesn't return his feelings, he makes a wish on a mystical item called a "One Wish Willow," hoping it will make her fall for him. It works, albeit in a "Monkey's Paw" sort of way, and Nikki's all-consuming obsession transforms his dream romance into something far more sinister.

Buy or rent "Obsession" on Amazon now

'Bottoms' (Prime Video)

If "The Bear's" final season has you itching to see more of Ayo Edebiri, look no further. Emma Seligman‘s R-rated queer teen comedy “Bottoms” has returned to Netflix after leaving the streamer back in February, and it's one I recommend to anyone who will listen. Edebiri and Rachel Sennott (“Bodies, Bodies, Bodies”) star as a pair of unpopular teenage best friends who come up with a fool-proof plan to get the attention of their crushes: an all-girls fight club.

Well, technically it's a self-defense club billed as empowering women, but you get the gist. Despite their lack of actual fighting experience, the group gains traction, and soon the most popular girls in school are beating the crap out of each other — until the jig is up and it all goes downhill in spectacularly bloody fashion. If you like movies like "Do Revenge," "Superbad," "Booksmart," or "Mean Girls," I think you'll enjoy "Bottoms."

Watch "Bottoms" on Prime Video now

‘Enola Holmes 3’ (Netflix)

Even with "Stranger Things" now wrapped up, Netflix is still getting their money's worth out of Millie Bobby Brown. She's back as Enola, the brilliant sister of the famous investigator Sherlock Holmes (Henry Cavill), in this YA spin-off series that's done surprisingly well with critics and audiences alike on Rotten Tomatoes.

This time around, she's set to be married to Lord Twekesbury (Louis Partridge) on the island nation of Malta, but when Sherlock goes missing, their big day gets put on hold as she sets out to track down the world's greatest detective. And hopefully iron out her complicated feelings around marriage along the way. Fans of the previous two installments in this franchise will no doubt be excited to check out this threequel.

Watch "Enola Holmes 3" on Netflix now

'A League of Their Own' (Netflix)

I'm based in Rockford, so I'd be remiss if I failed to shout out "A League of Their Own" arriving on Netflix this month. There may be no crying in baseball, but this all-time sports classic is guaranteed to leave you in tears of laughter. Inspired by the real-life All-American Girls Professional Baseball League, which was created during World War II, the film follows one of the league's showboatist teams: the Rockford Peaches. While the league itself was short-lived, this beloved comedy drama remains a classic that's still widely regarded as one of the greatest baseball movies ever made.

The star-studded cast is packed with memorable performances, led by Geena Davis as Dorothy "Dottie" Hinson alongside Lori Petty as her younger sister Kit Keller, Madonna as the outspoken Mae Mordabito, and Rosie O'Donnell as Doris Murphy. Tom Hanks is equally unforgettable as the hard-drinking, reluctant manager Jimmy Dugan, delivering many of the film's most iconic moments.

Watch "A League of Their Own" on Netflix now

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Luis Diaz's Colombia face Ghana in a huge 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 clash at Kansas City's Arrowhead Stadium on July 3. Hungry for goals? Here's a simple way to watch Colombia vs Ghana for free – in the U.S., Canada and beyond.

Kick-off is at 9:30 p.m. ET / 6:30 p.m. PT / 2:30 a.m. BST, with fans around the world tuning in to see whether Colombia can make it through the last 32.

Luis Diaz will continue on the left-hand side of the Colombia attack, with World Cup icon James Rodriguez supplying the ammunition for the team's forwards.

Antoine Semenyo has had a quiet tournament, but he will be part of Ghana's frontline once more. Thomas Partey, the former Arsenal midfielder, will shield the defense.

If you're searching for how to watch Colombia vs Ghana free online, we've got everything a 'soccer' fan needs, including kick-off times, TV channels, and where to find a live stream of every goal, header and Diaz dribble.

Read on as we show you how to watch Colombia vs Ghana from anywhere in the world for free with Norton VPN.

Watch Colombia vs Ghana live streams for free

In the U.K., Colombia vs Ghana will be broadcast for free on ITVX. The build-up is live now ahead of kick-off at 2:30 a.m. BST.

Get ITVX – no messy sign up, email and a UK postcode (e.g. HA9 0WS). TV licence holders only.

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How to watch Colombia vs Ghana live streams from anywhere

Quick guide: watch World Cup for free

Using a VPN is incredibly simple.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, Norton VPN is our No.1 streaming VPN.

2. Choose the location. For instance if you're in the U.S. and want to watch Colombia vs Ghana free, you'd select 'United Kingdom' from the list.

3. Watch the World Cup. Head to ITVX and watch the game live.

What devices is ITVX available on?

• Amazon Fire (Tablets, Cube, Stick, TVs)
• Android TV (please note: some models aren’t supported)
• Android (Mobile & Tablet) - Android 7.0 and above
• Apple TV (tvOS 14 or later)
• Google TV (Chromecast with Google TV and NVIDIA Shield)
• Freely
• Freesat (please note: some models aren’t supported)
• Freeview Play (TVs and set-top boxes) (please note: some models aren’t supported)
• iOS (iPhone & iPad) - iOS 14 and above
• LG Smart TVs (2016-2024)
• NOW Smart Sticks and Boxes (minimum firmware v11.5.0)
• PlayStation (PS4 and PS5)
• Roku (Stick & Roku-OS powered TVs, minimum firmware v11.5.0)
• Samsung Smart TVs (2017 and above - 2016 models only offer on demand TV)
• Sky Q, Sky Glass and Sky Stream puck
• Virgin Media (360, Stream, TiVo)
• YouView (BT, Humax, Sony, TalkTalk)
• Xbox (One, Series X, Series S)

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Lionel Messi's Argentina face Cape Verde in an intriguing 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 clash at Miami Gardens' Hard Rock Stadium on July 3. Hungry for goals? Here's a simple way to watch Argentina vs Cape Verde for free – in the U.S., Canada and beyond.

Kick-off is at 6 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. PT / 11 p.m. BST, with fans around the world tuning in to see whether Argentina can make it to the next round.

Lionel Messi returns to Argentina's starting XI after he began their last World Cup group game on the bench. Lautaro Martinez starts alongside him, with Julian Alvarez dropping down to the bench.

The Albiceleste have Cristian Romero available at the back again, while goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez is now able to remove the protective cast on his broken finger.

If you're searching for how to watch Argentina vs Cape Verde free online, we've got everything a 'soccer' fan needs, including kick-off times, TV channels, and where to find a live stream of every goal, header and stunning Messi dribble.

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In the U.K., Argentina vs Cape Verde will be broadcast for free on ITVX. The build-up is live now ahead of kick-off at 11 p.m. BST.

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1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, Norton VPN is our No.1 streaming VPN.

2. Choose the location. For instance if you're in the U.S. and want to watch Argentina vs Cape Verde free, you'd select 'United Kingdom' from the list.

3. Watch the World Cup. Head to ITVX and watch the game live.

What devices is ITVX available on?

• Amazon Fire (Tablets, Cube, Stick, TVs)
• Android TV (please note: some models aren’t supported)
• Android (Mobile & Tablet) - Android 7.0 and above
• Apple TV (tvOS 14 or later)
• Google TV (Chromecast with Google TV and NVIDIA Shield)
• Freely
• Freesat (please note: some models aren’t supported)
• Freeview Play (TVs and set-top boxes) (please note: some models aren’t supported)
• iOS (iPhone & iPad) - iOS 14 and above
• LG Smart TVs (2016-2024)
• NOW Smart Sticks and Boxes (minimum firmware v11.5.0)
• PlayStation (PS4 and PS5)
• Roku (Stick & Roku-OS powered TVs, minimum firmware v11.5.0)
• Samsung Smart TVs (2017 and above - 2016 models only offer on demand TV)
• Sky Q, Sky Glass and Sky Stream puck
• Virgin Media (360, Stream, TiVo)
• YouView (BT, Humax, Sony, TalkTalk)
• Xbox (One, Series X, Series S)

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Hulu is a great streaming service if you're looking for new shows to binge this weekend. It features a deep library of series from a range of Disney-owned networks, including FX, ABC and 20th Television. But it also has tons of original hit shows that you don't want to miss.

With so much available to watch, though, it can be overwhelming to decide where to start. Don't worry; I've put together a list of three new shows perfect for adding to your weekend watchlist.

First up is "The Bear" season 5, which just dropped on Hulu last week. If you don't want to be spoiled about the show's final season, start watching now, because I already had the ending ruined for me. Once you're done with "The Bear," check out "Welcome to Wrexham" season 5, which just wrapped up this past week. Finally, there's "Not Suitable for Work," a new comedy series from Mindy Kaling that's been a hit with audiences, even if critics aren't so keen.

Here are three new to Hulu shows you need to binge-watch this weekend, and why you need to watch them. For more recommendations, check out the full list of everything new to Hulu and Disney+ in July 2026.

'The Bear' season 5

Genre: Comedy-drama series

What's it about? Carmy Berzatto (Jeremy Allen White) announced he was leaving The Bear at the end of season 4. He's no longer in love with cooking and has decided it's time to call it a day on his dreams of a Michelin Star-worthy establishment. Before he can leave, though, he and the rest of the staff have to get it together for one final service and one last shot at glory.

Why you should watch it: If for no other reason, you should watch "The Bear" season 5 for no other reason than that this is the end. Seasons 1-2 were two of the best seasons of television this century. Season 3 may have fallen off, but season 4 bounced back, and you owe it to yourself to see it through to the end.

Stream all five seasons of "The Bear" on Hulu now

'Welcome to Wrexham' season 5

Genre: Sports docuseries

What's it about? It seems like just yesterday that actors Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds bought a Welsh football club, Wrexham A.F.C. But it's actually been years, and now, the team is on the precipice of promotion to the English Premier League, which would change the club's fortunes forever.

Why you should watch it: At least one episode each season of "Welcome to Wrexham" will devastate you emotionally, and this season, the showrunners hit me with a gut punch right out of the gate. Even if you already know how Wrexham's promotion bid ends (this show chronicles real-life events, after all), this documentary is worth watching to have your eyes and heart opened to Wales and the Welsh people.

Stream all five seasons of "Welcome to Wrexham" on Hulu now

'Not Suitable for Work' season 1

Genre: Comedy series

What's it about? "Not Suitable for Work" stars Ella Hunt, Avantika Vandanapu, Will Angus, Jack Martin and Nicholas Duvernay. They portray a group of 20-somethings trying to make it work as young professionals in Manhattan. But given that one of them, AJ (Hunt), is already attracted to her boss (Jay Ellis), it's safe to say things won't go smoothly.

Why you should watch it: This show seems funny, at least based on the trailers. But critics on Rotten Tomatoes have not been kind. That said, audiences seem to like it, rating it quite highly. The season finale just dropped on Hulu last week, so now is the perfect time to check it out.

Stream all nine episodes of "Not Suitable for Work" season 1 on Hulu now

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Mo Salah's Egypt face Australia in a must-watch 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 tie at Arlington's AT&T Stadium on July 3. Hungry for goals? Here's a simple way to watch Australia vs Egypt for free – in the U.S., Canada and beyond.

Kick-off is at 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT / 7 p.m. BST, with fans eagerly tuning in to see whether Egypt can win a knockout game for the first time.

Egypt are optimistic defender Mohamed Abdelmonem and star man Salah will feature despite both carrying injuries. Left-back Ahmed Fatouh, though, is expected to miss out.

For Australia, injured pair Mathew Leckie and Jacob Italiano are out of the tournament. Tony Popovic should start youngsters Nestory Irankunda and Lucas Herrington, who became the Socceroos' youngest World Cup player last time out.

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In the U.K., Australia vs Egypt will be broadcast for free on BBC iPlayer. The build-up is live now ahead of kick-off at 7 p.m. BST.

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Quick guide: watch World Cup for free

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1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, Norton VPN is our No.1 streaming VPN.

2. Choose the location. For instance if you're in the U.S. and want to watch Australia vs Egypt free, you'd select 'United Kingdom' from the list.

3. Watch the World Cup. Head to BBC iPlayer and watch the game live.

What devices is BBC iPlayer available on?

• Amazon Fire TV Stick (including Fire TV Cube)
• Android devices (phones, tablets)
• Apple iOS (iPhone, iPad)
• Chromecast (casting from Android/iOS devices)
• Chromecast with Google TV (supported/certified devices)
• EE TV
• Freely, Freeview Play, Freesat, YouView
• Google TV devices (with BBC certification)
• Hisense Smart TVs
• LG Smart TVs (webOS)
• Linux PCs (via supported browsers)
• Macs (via Safari or other supported browsers)
• Panasonic Smart TVs
• Philips Smart TVs (Google TV models)
• PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
• Roku streaming players and Roku TVs
• Samsung Smart TVs (supported models)
• Sky boxes (Glass, Stream, Q)
• Sony Android TV (Google TV models)
• TCL Android TV (Google TV models)
• Toshiba Smart TVs (supported models)
• Virgin Media (Stream, TV 360)
• Windows PCs (via supported web browsers)
• Xbox One, Xbox Series S and X

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Paramount+ is constantly adding new shows to binge, and this weekend is no exception. The streaming service drops new episodes of hit shows every week, and sometimes even entire seasons to binge. In fact, it just added 70 new movies and shows on July 1. These aren't always new, original shows, though. While Paramount+ adds new shows from Paramount's networks, like CBS, as well as coproductions with international studios, it also brings back older shows, ripe for a binge-watch.

This weekend, I've got three shows worth watching. First, there's "Dutton Ranch," which just dropped its season 1 finale this morning. Once you're done watching that, you can start binging all 10 episodes of "The Agency" season 2. Finally, once you've watched all nine episodes of "Dutton Ranch" and all 20 episodes across both seasons of "The Agency," you can start on "Tyler Perry's Ruthless" season 6, which just had its season premiere this week.

Here are the three new to Paramount+ shows you need to binge-watch this weekend. If you need more recommendations, check out everything coming to Paramount+ in July 2026 for more options.

'Dutton Ranch' season 1

Genre: Neo-Western drama series

What's it about? "Dutton Ranch" stars Cole Hauser and Kelly Reilly, reprising their roles as Rip Wheeler and Beth Dutton from "Yellowstone." In this spin-off/sequel, they're starting over in Texas, hoping to get away from the baggage of Montana. But it turns out there's plenty of new drama in the Lone Star State.

Why you should watch it: "Yellowstone" never really spoke to me, but I've been really enjoying this spin-off. In my "Dutton Ranch" review, I highlighted Ed Harris and Annette Bening as being big reasons I liked it, and so far, they remain the highlights of the show, though some other characters are starting to grow on me. I haven't stopped watching and you should start.

Stream all nine episodes of "Dutton Ranch" season 1 on Paramount+ now

'The Agency' season 2

Genre: Spy thriller series

What's it about? "The Agency” is an adaptation of the acclaimed French spy thriller series "Le Bureau des Légendes" (or "The Bureau"). It's set at the CIA's London office and stars Michael Fassbender as a deep-cover agent named Brandon, though he mostly goes by his codename: "Martian." His cover and his work life are dangerously intertwined, and in season 2, he will betray the CIA to save the woman he loves (Jodie Turner-Smith).

Why you should watch it: I've already seen the entire season, and in my "The Agency" season 2 review, I landed firmly in the camp of loving this show once again. It's not a perfect show, and most of the problems from season 1 are still there in season 2. But this show knows how to build to an explosive finale, and I don't mean that metaphorically.

Stream the entire second season of "The Agency" on Paramount+ now

'Tyler Perry's Ruthless' season 6

Genre: Drama miniseries

What's it about? This spin-off of "The Oval" stars Melissa L. Williams as Ruth, who has become entangled in a powerful sex cult. Six seasons in, she's now pregnant with the child of The Highest (Matt Cedeño), who leads the cult, and that's finally given her an opportunity to wield power within it.

Why you should watch it: I'll be honest, this show sounds absolutely insane. But people love Tyler Perry's shows, so it felt wrong not to mention that one of his series had just returned for a sixth season. Clearly, something is working with this series.

Stream the two-episode season 6 premiere of "Tyler Perry's Ruthless" on Paramount+ now

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Prime Video is a great streaming service for finding your next favorite movie. While Amazon doesn't have the deepest library of original movies, it adds dozens of movies to its streaming service each month. In fact, it just added 69 new movies and shows on July 1 alone.

This week, I've scoured the list of what's on Prime, and I've landed on three must-watch films. At the top of the list is "Project Hail Mary," which is making its Prime Video debut this weekend. Then, there's "Gladiator," a movie that needs no excuse to be watched. Finally, I'm ending things on a high note with "Tropic Thunder," which absolutely would not get made today, yet remains a comedy classic.

So, here are the three new to Prime Video movies that you need to be streaming this weekend. If you need more recommendations, check out our full guide to everything new on Prime Video in July 2026.

'Project Hail Mary' (2026)

Genre: Science fiction movie

What's it about? "Project Hail Mary" stars Ryan Gosling as Grace, a school teacher who awakes to find himself in space, where he meets the alien, Rocky (James Ortiz). Together, they try to solve why an alien dubbed "Astrophage" is killing nearly every sun in the galaxy, while Grace starts to remember who he is and how he ended up as part of Project Hail Mary.

Why you need to watch it: This was my best movie of 2026 until it was finally beaten out by "The Invite" at the end of June. It's an incredible display of technical filmmaking skill, anchored by Oscar-worthy performances from Gosling and Ortiz, who is both the puppeteer for the alien Rocky and the voice.

Stream "Project Hail Mary" on Prime Video now

'Gladiator' (2000)

Genre: Epic historical fiction movie

What's it about? "Gladiator" tells the tale of Maximus Decimus Meridius (Russell Crowe). Commander of the Armies of the North, General of the Felix Legions. Loyal servant to the true emperor, Marcus Aurelius (Richard Harris). Father to a murdered son (Giorgio Cantarini), husband to a murdered wife (Ginnina Facio). He will have his vengeance, in this life or the next.

Why you need to watch it: This movie is always worth a rewatch. If you've never seen it before, go watch it now. If you don't like it, I'll give you your money back (but not really).

Stream "Gladiator" on Prime Video now

'Tropic Thunder' (2008)

Genre: Action comedy movie

What's it about? "Tropic Thunder" stars Ben Stiller as action star Tugg Speedman, who, along with Jeff Portnoy (Jack Black), Kirk Lazarus (Robert Downey Jr.) and many other (fictional) stars, heads to Vietnam to film a war movie. But when the film's director (Steve Coogan) explodes, stepping on a land mine, and Tugg gets captured by rebels, everything becomes chaos.

Why you need to watch it: This movie is, simply put, hysterical. The cast is excellent, especially Downey Jr., whose Kirk Lazarus is in Blackface as Lincoln Osiris for nearly the entire movie. Even though it's a satirical performance, it almost certainly would stop this movie from getting made today, despite earning the Marvel star an Oscar nomination.

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Can you believe we’re already in July? That’s over halfway through 2026 already, and writing those words alone makes me feel a bit on edge. But hey, let’s not talk about how fast time goes and instead focus on the jam-packed streaming service that is Netflix. Being the biggest streaming platform in the world, Netflix is constantly adding new content to its library, and the beginning of a new month means a bunch of great films were recently added.

If you’re planning a movie night this weekend and don’t know where to start, I’ve got you covered with a handful of thrilling picks. That includes the latest chapter in the “Enola Holmes” franchise, a dark horror film starring Anya Taylor-Joy, and a crime thriller from legendary director Christopher Nolan. So, here are the three films worth adding to your Netflix watchlist.

‘Enola Holmes 3’

Netflix recently dropped one of its biggest original releases: “Enola Holmes 3.” The mystery franchise has been a major success for the streamer, reimagining the world of Sherlock Holmes through his younger sister, Enola. Based on Nancy Springer’s YA novels, the series follows Enola Holmes, a resourceful teenage detective played by Millie Bobby Brown, who forges her own path while solving complex cases. This sequel introduces a more mature direction with a noticeably darker tone compared to earlier entries in the series.

Enola Holmes (Millie Bobby Brown) is preparing to marry Lord Tewkesbury (Louis Partridge) in Malta when her wedding is abruptly interrupted by the disappearance of her brother Sherlock Holmes (Henry Cavill). Left with cryptic clues including coded messages and references to the Battle of Khost, Enola begins an investigation that takes her across Malta and into hidden tunnels and coastal sites. Working alongside Tewkesbury, Dr Watson (Himesh Patel), and her mother Eudoria (Helena Bonham Carter), she uncovers a conspiracy involving stolen Afghan gold

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‘The Witch’

With the recent release of the highly anticipated first trailer for Robert Eggers’ 13th-century gothic horror “Werwulf,” there truly is no better time to plunge back into the director’s back catalog, and Netflix has delivered perfectly on that front. “The Witch” offers the ultimate refresher course in Eggers’ signature style, and remains a masterclass in slow-burn, historically meticulous folk horror that turns an isolated New England forest into a playground of paranoia. Just be warned, you might have to sleep with the lights on after watching it.

Set in 1630s New England, a Puritan family is exiled from their settlement and builds a homestead near a dense forest. After their infant son Samuel disappears while in the care of eldest daughter Thomasin (Anya Taylor-Joy), the family begins searching for answers. Strange events follow, including the collapse of their crops and unsettling behavior from the twins, Mercy (Ellie Grainger) and Jonas (Lucas Dawson). With fear and suspicion escalating, the family is pushed into increasingly desperate actions.

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‘Memento’

Clearly, Netflix wants viewers to keep up to date with directors and their new films, because with Christopher Nolan’s massive, $250 million mythic action epic “The Odyssey” set to conquer IMAX screens this month, the streaming giant has perfectly timed the arrival of “Memento.” This psychological neo-noir thriller is widely considered the landmark film that put Nolan on the map, and for an independent film, it even earned Oscar nominations for Best Original Screenplay and Best Film Editing. Safe to say, this film might mess with your mind.

Leonard Shelby (Guy Pearce) wakes up in a motel room with a condition that prevents him from forming new memories. He is tracking the man he believes killed his wife, using a system of handwritten notes, Polaroid photographs, and tattoos to keep hold of information. Moving between motel rooms, bars, and fragmented encounters, Leonard follows leads tied to a name he repeatedly refers to as “John G.” As he pieces together clues across disjointed timelines, Leonard moves closer to confronting the truth behind his wife’s death.

Watch "Memento" on Netflix

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Director Robert Eggers is the modern master of chilling period horror. With the first trailer for Eggers' next movie, “Werwulf,” debuting this week, it’s a reminder that nobody does folklore chillers quite like the New York-born director. From “The Lighthouse” to 2024’s “Nosferatu,” Eggers is one of the most exciting and acclaimed horror filmmakers of the past decade.

Cinephiles will know that Egger exploded onto the scene back in 2015 with “The Witch,” a movie that arguably remains his gold standard, and this genuinely unnerving folk horror just arrived on Netflix. With the hype surrounding “Werwulf” building, now is the time to watch (or rewatch) “The Witch,” particularly now it's on the world’s biggest streaming service.

In fact, the movie didn’t just introduce the world to Robert Eggers’ trademark style of authentic period production and deeply disturbing atmosphere; it also marked Anya Taylor-Joy’s film feature debut. If you can handle the chilling tension, uneasy sense of paranoia, and the dialogue, which is spoken in period-accurate English (prepare for lots of “thou’s” and “thee’s”), you’ll find few psychological movies more worthy of your time.

What is 'The Witch' about?

Set in 17th-century New England, “The Witch” centers on a settler family, led by father William (Ralph Ineson). Recently banished from their Puritan community over a religious dispute, they’ve now moved into the wilderness to build a home of their own next to a secluded forest.

However, when the family’s youngest son, Samuel, disappears, Thomasin (Taylor-Joy), the oldest daughter, is blamed, as she was supposed to be watching him at the time. With the family in turmoil and paranoia mounting, Thomasin is suspected of engaging in witchcraft.

As “The Witch” builds to its nerve-jangling finale, it explores themes of faith, love and family ties. But above it all is the alarming question of whether a sinister coven of witches is really terrorizing the family or not.

'The Witch' needs to be on your Netflix watchlist

“The Witch” is as authentic as it is deeply chilling. The period New England setting is brought to life on screen in a way that fully transports viewers to 1600s America. It’s a slow-burn horror, but rewards your patience as its central cast is put through the wringer. By the end, the family’s loving bond has dissolved, and each member’s faith in a higher power and each other has been deeply shaken.

It’s a movie that thrives on a phenomenal sense of atmosphere and mounting dread. It’s a horror that focuses on unease rather than resorting to cheap tricks like jump scares, and all the better for it. The performances are also exquisite. Anya Taylor-Joy’s star has risen considerably in the years since, but anybody who watched “The Witch” upon release in 2015 knew she was going places.

And I should tip my cap to Ineson and Kate Dickie as well. The latter plays the family's mom and features in a scene that genuinely made my skin itch.

I’m not the only person with plenty of praise for Egger’s directorial debut. On Rotten Tomatoes, the movie scores an impressive 91%. The site’s consensus reads, “As thought-provoking as it is visually compelling, ‘The Witch’ delivers a deeply unsettling exercise in slow-building horror that suggests great things for debuting writer-director Robert Eggers.”However, the more mixed 61% audience score shows how it’s not for everybody.

Still, if the new “Werwulf” trailer has you hyped or you enjoyed Eggers’ spin on “Nosferatu” and haven’t seen “The Witch” yet, its recent arrival on Netflix should be your cue to get this absorbing but unquestionably bleak movie on your watchlist. It might be among the darkest movies I’ve ever watched, but it’s also one of the most meticulously crafted and memorable.

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Spending the weekend outdoors enjoying the summer weather sounds nice in theory, but you know what’s even better? Skipping the sun to spend the whole weekend indoors where it’s nice and cool. Plus, then you can binge-watch a load of the best new Netflix shows.

The big red streaming service is giving subscribers plenty of reasons to spend summer inside with a host of new arrivals that will have you clicking that “play next episode” all day long. From a thrilling Harlan Coben miniseries to the return of a fantasy adventure epic, there’s also a new true-crime docuseries that centers on some real-life neighbors from hell.

I’ve rounded up the Netflix series you need to have on your watchlist this weekend down below. These recently added shows are so bingeable you’ll finish them before Monday morning arrives.

‘I Will Find You’

Netflix’s latest collaboration with crime author supremo Harlan Coben, “I Will Find You,” shows no signs of slowing down as it enters its third week on the platform. This mystery drama mini-series has ruled as Netflix No. 1 pretty much since the moment it dropped on June 18, and is already among the platform’s most-watched shows of 2026. Clearly, Netflix subscribers aren’t close to worn out on Coben’s particular brand of twist-driven television.

Based on Coben’s 2023 novel of the same name, “I Will Find You” sees former law professor David Burroughs (Sam Worthington) imprisoned for the murder of his son. A crime he swears he didn’t commit. But when he receives information from his ex-wife (Britt Lower) that his son might still be alive, he is determined to break out of prison and find some answers.

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‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’

The second season of Netflix’s live-action adaptation of Nickelodeon’s beloved “Avatar: The Last Airbender” cartoon hasn’t been able to overthrow “I Will Find You,” but it’s got the second spot on lockdown (as of writing). Fear not, this is no disaster like the terrible 2010 movie adaptation from M. Night Shyamalan, though critics note it doesn’t quite live up to the legacy of the animated original. Season 2 also has a problem with its rapidly aging young cast, but at least season 3 was filmed concurrently.

Following their costly victory over the Fire Nation at the culmination of “Avatar: The Last Airbender” season 1, Aang (Gordon Cormier), Katara (Kiawentiio), and Sokka (Ian Ousley) must set off on a new quest. This time they’re hoping to convince the mysterious Earth King to join their cause as they seek a way to stop Fire Lord Ozai (Daniel Dae Kim) for good.

Watch "Avatar: The Last Airbender" on Netflix now

'Worst Neighbor Ever'

If you were hooked by Netflix’s true-crime docuseries “Worst Roommate Ever,” wait till you’re introduced to these real-life neighbors from hell. Even just watching the trailer makes me very thankful that my worst experience with neighbors has been the occasional loud noise in the early hours of the morning.

This four-episode series looks like a must-watch for anybody who cannot get enough of true crime, and if the most-watched charts are any indication, that applies to many Netflix viewers. In this collection of hour-long episodes, you’ll meet paranoid neighbors with an axe to grind, experience an explosive feud in a quiet Indiana suburb, and witness a relentless harassment campaign that turns a couple’s living situation impossible to endure. After watching, you might wish to live in a remote cabin in the woods with no neighbors for miles.

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After a year and a half away, "Silo" returns with a challenge that every prestige streaming drama eventually faces: How do you pick up the pieces after a finale that left viewers with 100 unanswered questions? If you're anything like me, you'll probably want to watch a recap before diving back in. Season 2 ended in a flurry of revelations and plot movements, and the details might feel a bit fuzzy.

Fortunately, season 3 doesn't expect you to remember everything. Instead, it takes an unexpectedly clever approach by dropping us into Silo 18 in a way that makes it feel just as unfamiliar to us as it does to Juliette Nichols (Rebecca Ferguson).

After watching the premiere episode, I'm already convinced the Apple TV sci-fi drama hasn't lost its touch. If anything, it feels like a show that's finally shifting from asking questions to answer them — and setting the pieces in place for the endgame.
Very light spoilers for "Silo" season 3 episode 1 ahead.

Juliette digs into a new mystery — and so do we

Picking up three months after last season's explosive finale, Silo 18 has reorganized itself in ways that are new to us. Juliette doesn’t recognize it either, because she has amnesia after surviving the fire. She’s now the mayor, apparently, and the rebellion seems to be over.

Amnesia is hardly the freshest storytelling device. I’ve seen enough “who am I?” storylines to last several lifetimes underground. But it actually works here because it isn’t just a gimmick meant to tread water; Juliette’s confusion becomes our own and we’re invited to play detective alongside her.

Every interaction hints that something is off. Camille (Alexandria Riley) is the new head of IT and a much more powerful player, with direct access to the Algorithm and the savviness to manipulate Juliette. Then there’s Camille’s husband and new Judge, Sims (Common), who is still as menacing as ever. Even Juliette’s friends, like Shirley (Remmie Milner) and Knox (Shane McRae), behave strangely around her. She may be back home, but Juliette once again must figure out who has key information and who can actually be trusted.

And then there’s the Before Times storyline, which I didn’t expect to be this intrigued by so quickly. For two seasons, the biggest question hanging over the series hasn't just been what's outside the silo, but why humanity ended up underground in the first place.

Finally beginning to explore that history adds fresh energy, especially in key figures like Congressman Daniel (Ashley Zukerman) and journalist Helen (Jessica Henwick), who stumble upon an unfolding conspiracy. Their storyline, alongside glimpses of political and military actions, hints at how decisions made in the Before Times ripple forward into the silos, making the past feel just as relevant as the present.

Verdict: ‘Silo’ season 3 hits the accelerator

I’ve never read Hugh Howey’s books, so I have no expectations of fidelity to the page. But as a viewer, I can feel the show shifting from “what’s happening in the silo?” to “why has all of this happened?” and that’s a much more compelling direction than just stacking new mysteries on old ones. There's real momentum here.

Rebecca Ferguson remains the show's not-so-secret weapon. Even with Juliette stripped of her memories, Ferguson grounds every scene with the same stubborn determination she’s had from the beginning. Watching Juliette slowly realize that something about her new reality doesn't add up is every bit as gripping as seeing her go outside to “clean.”

Of course, one episode isn't enough to judge an entire season, but as premieres go, this is an excellent one. It smartly avoids the temptation to tell, not show, and lets us into the mysteries as if this is an RPG. If the rest of season 3 can build on the intrigue established here, I’m excited to keep watching.

Granit Xhaka's Switzerland face Algeria in a must-win 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 clash at Vancouver's BC Place on July 2. Hungry for goals? Here's a simple way to watch Switzerland vs Algeria for free – in the U.S., Canada and beyond.

Kick-off is at 11 p.m. ET / 8 p.m. PT / 4 a.m. BST, with fans around the world tuning in to see whether Switzerland can make it into the round of 16.

Skipper Xhaka makes the Swiss tick in midfield. Murat Yakin let Johan Manzambi off the leash against Canada and the 20-year-old will hope to add to his three World Cup goals.

Riyad Mahrez rolled back the years last time out, scoring twice against Austria. Vladimir Petkovic will also look to youngster Ibrahim Maza for creative inspiration.

If you're searching for how to watch Switzerland vs Algeria free online, we've got everything a 'soccer' fan needs, including kick-off times, TV channels, and where to find a live stream of every goal, header and crunching Xhaka tackle.

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Watch Switzerland vs Algeria live streams for free

In the U.K., Switzerland vs Algeria will be broadcast for free on BBC iPlayer. The build-up is live at 3:50 a.m. ahead of kick-off at 4 a.m. BST.

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Quick guide: watch World Cup for free

Using a VPN is incredibly simple.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, Norton VPN is our No.1 streaming VPN.

2. Choose the location. For instance if you're in the U.S. and want to watch Switzerland vs Algeria free, you'd select 'United Kingdom' from the list.

3. Watch the World Cup. Head to BBC iPlayer and watch the game live.

What devices is BBC iPlayer available on?

• Amazon Fire TV Stick (including Fire TV Cube)
• Android devices (phones, tablets)
• Apple iOS (iPhone, iPad)
• Chromecast (casting from Android/iOS devices)
• Chromecast with Google TV (supported/certified devices)
• EE TV
• Freely, Freeview Play, Freesat, YouView
• Google TV devices (with BBC certification)
• Hisense Smart TVs
• LG Smart TVs (webOS)
• Linux PCs (via supported browsers)
• Macs (via Safari or other supported browsers)
• Panasonic Smart TVs
• Philips Smart TVs (Google TV models)
• PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
• Roku streaming players and Roku TVs
• Samsung Smart TVs (supported models)
• Sky boxes (Glass, Stream, Q)
• Sony Android TV (Google TV models)
• TCL Android TV (Google TV models)
• Toshiba Smart TVs (supported models)
• Virgin Media (Stream, TV 360)
• Windows PCs (via supported web browsers)
• Xbox One, Xbox Series S and X

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Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal face Croatia in a fascinating 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 clash at Toronto's BMO Field on July 2. Hungry for goals? Here's a simple way to watch Portugal vs Croatia for free – in the U.S., Canada and beyond.

Kick-off is at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT / 12 a.m. BST, with fans around the world tuning in to see whether Portugal can make it through to the next round.

Ronaldo is under pressure after blanking in two of his three games, yet the captain will again start. Bruno Fernandes and Pedro Neto need to load the bullets.

For Croatia, maestro Luka Modric will skipper Zlatko Dalic's side, with Josko Gvardiol pushing for a recall. It's possible either CR7 or Modric will play their final World Cup game today.

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Watch Portugal vs Croatia live streams for free

In the U.K., Portugal vs Croatia will be broadcast for free on BBC. The build-up is live now ahead of kick-off at 12 a.m. BST.

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Quick guide: watch World Cup for free

Using a VPN is incredibly simple.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, Norton VPN is our No.1 streaming VPN.

2. Choose the location. For instance if you're in the U.S. and want to watch Portugal vs Croatia free, you'd select 'United Kingdom' from the list.

3. Watch the World Cup. Head to BBC iPlayerand watch the game live.

What devices is BBC iPlayer available on?

• Amazon Fire TV Stick (including Fire TV Cube)
• Android devices (phones, tablets)
• Apple iOS (iPhone, iPad)
• Chromecast (casting from Android/iOS devices)
• Chromecast with Google TV (supported/certified devices)
• EE TV
• Freely, Freeview Play, Freesat, YouView
• Google TV devices (with BBC certification)
• Hisense Smart TVs
• LG Smart TVs (webOS)
• Linux PCs (via supported browsers)
• Macs (via Safari or other supported browsers)
• Panasonic Smart TVs
• Philips Smart TVs (Google TV models)
• PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
• Roku streaming players and Roku TVs
• Samsung Smart TVs (supported models)
• Sky boxes (Glass, Stream, Q)
• Sony Android TV (Google TV models)
• TCL Android TV (Google TV models)
• Toshiba Smart TVs (supported models)
• Virgin Media (Stream, TV 360)
• Windows PCs (via supported web browsers)
• Xbox One, Xbox Series S and X

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Many pundits' dark horses to go deep at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Portugal story this year has — no doubt to his pleasure — been about one man's mission to put the cherry on top a sparkling career.

Cristiano Ronaldo may now be a little slower in the legs, but his nose for goal is no less effective. The 41-year-old now has an astonishing 145 goals for his country, and bagged a brace against Uzbekistan in the groups to just about keep at bay those who say he's no longer worth his place in the side. Playing in his sixth WC, it's surely the last chance that the arguable GOAT will get to win the big one.

But look through Roberto Martínez's squad and you'll find a throng of elite names that would all be worthy winners of a first ever World Cup for the proud soccer nation. Goalkeeper Diogo Costa, defenders Rúben Dias and João Cancelo, and midfielders Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silvaand Rúben Neves are all ideal foils for CR7. And you wouldn't bet against a side as galvanized as this one by the tragic death of beloved teammate Diogo Jota last year.

In this article, we outline the World Cup broadcasters in Portugal and what you need to do if you're overseas and want to watch the "Seleção das Quinas" — including free live streams. There's also information below on Portugal's fixtures and information about Portugal's history in the FIFA World Cup.

Can I watch the World Cup for free in Portugal?

Yes. In total, 34 games will be shown for FREE in Portugal, including all of those featuring Portugal.

One game from every single World Cup 2026 matchday will be available to streamers without cost thanks to a combination of RTP, SIC, TVI and LiveMode TV. You can see a full breakdown of their matches below.

In other countries, free coverage is available for every game. They include:

• UK: BBC/ITV
• Australia: SBS On Demand
• Brazil: CazéTV's YouTube
• Belgium: RTBF/VRT
• Ireland: RTÉ Player
• Netherlands: NOS
• Switzerland: SRF Play / RTS Play / RSI Play
• Turkey: TRT

Those visiting Portugal for the World Cup can tap into their home stream with Norton VPN — more on that below.

How to watch World Cup 2026 from anywhere

If you're away from Portugal and try to watch your your usual 2026 FIFA World Cup live streams, you'll quickly find that they're blocked. It's the same for viewers from the U.K., Australia or Ireland wanting to watch their coverage.

Fortunately, you can still stream every single game live thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software makes your devices to appear to be back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. Ideal for soccer fans away on vacation or on business. Our streaming favorite is Norton VPN.

Using a VPN is incredibly simple.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, Norton VPN is good choice.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're overseas and want to view your Portuguese streaming service, you'd select Portugal from the server list.

3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head the relevant streaming platform and watch World Cup 2026.

How to watch World Cup 2026 in Portugal

For full coverage of all 104 games at this year's FIFA World Cup, the only option in Portugal is Sport TV.

On TV, subscribers are able to watch 92 games on Sport.TV5 with the remaining 12 on Sport.TV1. While online you'll need access to the Sport.TV streaming service that costs from €34.99/month.

34 games, however, are also available to watch absolutely free.

— 6 games on RTP (3 group games, 1 round of 32, 1 round of 16, Final)

— 7 games on SIC (3 group games, 1 round of 32, 1 round of 16, 1 QF, 1 SF)

— 7 games on TVI (4 group games, 1 round of 32, 1 QF, 1 SF)

— 34 games on LiveMode TV YouTube channel (1 game from every matchday)

It's important to note that, regardless of how far they progress, every Portugal game will be shown for free on Portuguese TV and streamers.

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16 years after the greatest day in Spanish football, "La Roja" have a golden opportunity to claim the sport's biggest prize again at the 2026 FIFA World Cup having tasted continental glory at the most recent European Championship.

Not only does head coach Luis de la Fuente have some of the planet's best individual players at his disposal, he's also managed to cultivate a culture within the Spain squad that has reinforced their reputation as one of international soccer's most formidable sides. 18-year-old Lamine Yamal may well be their poster boy, but he's blessed with players around him with the calibre of Pedri, Rodri, Mikel Oyarzabal, Ferran Torres and Nico Williams.

A goalless draw against minnows Cape Verde seems nothing more than a blip for the former champions, who followed it up with two convincing group wins. But now the business of knockout football begins, with tough games against Austria and then either Portugal or Croatia on the docket before they even reach the quarter-finals. If they're going to win another World Cup, they'll have to do it the hard way.

In this article, we outline the World Cup broadcasters in Spain and what you need to do if you're overseas and want to watch the "La Roja" — including free live streams. There's also information below on Spain's fixtures and information about Spain's history in the FIFA World Cup.

Can I watch the World Cup for free in Spain?

Yes, but not all matches. 33 games are being shown for FREE in Spain, including all of those featuring the Spain team itself and the final.

That's thanks to RTVE's channels on TV and its RTVE Play streaming service online, which are broadcasting a match from every single matchday.

In other countries, free coverage is available for every game. Those countries are:

• UK: BBC/ITV
• Australia: SBS On Demand
• Brazil: CazéTV's YouTube
• Belgium: RTBF/VRT
• Ireland: RTÉ Player
• Netherlands: NOS
• Switzerland: SRF Play / RTS Play / RSI Play
• Turkey: TRT

Anybody visiting Spain for the World Cup can tap into their home stream with Norton VPN — instructions below.

How to watch World Cup 2026 from anywhere

If you're away from Spain and try to watch your your usual 2026 FIFA World Cup live streams, you'll quickly find that they're blocked. It's the same for viewers from the U.K., Australia or Ireland wanting to watch their coverage.

Fortunately, you can still stream every single game live thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software makes your devices to appear to be back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. Ideal for soccer fans away on vacation or on business. Our streaming favorite is Norton VPN.

Using a VPN is incredibly simple.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, Norton VPN is good choice.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're overseas and want to view your Spanish streaming service, you'd select Spain from the server list.

3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head the relevant streaming platform and watch World Cup 2026.

How to watch World Cup 2026 in Spain

Spanish soccer fans with subscriptions to either Movistar Plus or DAZN have access to comprehensive World Cup 2026 coverage of every single game.

Movistar Plus packages carrying the WC start from €50 while relevant DAZN subs cost from €19.99/month.

As explained above, however, 33 games will also available to watch absolutely free.

RTVE is showing one game every day, which includes every single Spain match and, of course, the final on Sunday, July 19.

Streaming those games online via the RTVE Play is really easy. It has dedicated apps for and a range of streaming devices. All you need to do is register a free account using your basic details and a Spanish zip code (e.g. 08028).

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Lamine Yamal's Spain face Austria in a high-stakes 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 clash at Los Angeles' SoFi Stadium on July 2. Hungry for goals? Here's a simple way to watch Spain vs Austria for free – in the U.S., Canada and beyond.

Kick-off is at 3 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. BST, with fans around the world tuning in to see whether Spain can take the next step towards the final.

Fit-again Lamine Yamal will again be Spain's key man, but Luis de la Fuente must decide who will replace injured Nico Williams. Alex Baena is most likely, while Mikel Merino and Dani Olmo compete at No.10.

Austria were seconds from World Cup elimination on Matchday 3. Substitutes Michael Gregoritsch and Sasa Kalajdzic combined for a vital equaliser and Ralf Rangnick may promote one or both to his starting XI.

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Watch Spain vs Austria live streams for free

In the U.K., Spain vs Austria will be broadcast for free on BBC. The build-up is live now ahead of kick-off at 8 p.m. BST.

Get BBC iPlayer – no messy sign up, email and a UK postcode (e.g. HA9 0WS). TV licence holders only.

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Quick guide: watch World Cup for free

Using a VPN is incredibly simple.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, Norton VPN is our No.1 streaming VPN.

2. Choose the location. For instance if you're in the U.S. and want to watch Spain vs Austria free, you'd select 'United Kingdom' from the list.

3. Watch the World Cup. Head to BBC iPlayerand watch the game live.

What devices is BBC iPlayer available on?

• Amazon Fire TV Stick (including Fire TV Cube)
• Android devices (phones, tablets)
• Apple iOS (iPhone, iPad)
• Chromecast (casting from Android/iOS devices)
• Chromecast with Google TV (supported/certified devices)
• EE TV
• Freely, Freeview Play, Freesat, YouView
• Google TV devices (with BBC certification)
• Hisense Smart TVs
• LG Smart TVs (webOS)
• Linux PCs (via supported browsers)
• Macs (via Safari or other supported browsers)
• Panasonic Smart TVs
• Philips Smart TVs (Google TV models)
• PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
• Roku streaming players and Roku TVs
• Samsung Smart TVs (supported models)
• Sky boxes (Glass, Stream, Q)
• Sony Android TV (Google TV models)
• TCL Android TV (Google TV models)
• Toshiba Smart TVs (supported models)
• Virgin Media (Stream, TV 360)
• Windows PCs (via supported web browsers)
• Xbox One, Xbox Series S and X

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Paramount+ is perfect for building your next movie marathon. The streaming service adds dozens of movies to the platform each month, and it just added 70 new movies and shows on July 1 alone. Many of these are beloved classics or more modern hits, but a few times a month, you even get brand-new movies from Paramount Skydance studios.

This week, I've selected a couple of classics alongside a more modern hit. At the top of the list is "Everybody Wants Some!!," and while it's the newest movie on this list, it feels like a classic. Then, there's "Good Morning, Vietnam," which might be my favorite Robin Williams performance of any movie he's been in. Finally, I'm going with "Marathon Man," a Dustin Hoffman thriller that nearly broke the actor thanks to a scene where he has to stay awake for three days.

So without further ado, here are the three new to Paramount+ movies that you need to be streaming this weekend. If you need more recommendations, check out our full guide to everything new on Paramount+ in July 2026.

'Everybody Wants Some!!' (2016)

Genre: Comedy movie

What's it about? "Everybody Wants Some!!" stars an incredible ensemble cast that includes Blake Jenner, Zoey Deutch, Glen Powell, Ryan Guzman, Tyler Hoechlin, Will Brittain and Wyatt Russell. Arguably a spiritual sequel to "Dazed and Confused," it follows the lives of several college baseball players in Texas in 1980.

Why you should watch it: If "Dazed and Confused" and its 1970s setting are too dated for you, "Everybody Wants Some!!" is a (slightly) more modern take on the coming-of-age tale. It's also an excellent period piece, something that Linklater has nailed more than once in his career.

Watch "Everybody Wants Some!!" on Paramount+ now

'Good Morning, Vietnam' (1987)

Genre: War comedy-drama movie

What's it about? "Good Morning, Vietnam" is not your typical Vietnam War movie. Set in Saigon in 1965, it stars Robin Williams as a military radio DJ named Adrian Cronauer (loosely based on real-life events) whose irreverent broadcasts are popular with the troops. He's aided by PFC Edward Garlick (Forest Whitaker) in his endeavours, which don't always jive with what his superiors would like.

Why you should watch it: This war movie may be undeniably funny, but it's still a war movie. And that means plenty of drama and violence. As a decent person, Cronauer tries to connect with the local Vietnamese, but doesn't always take into account that they might not want to connect with him, and with good reason.

Watch "Good Morning, Vietnam" on Paramount+ now

'Marathon Man' (1976)

Genre: Suspense thriller movie

What's it about? "Marathon Man" stars Dustin Hoffman as "Babe" Lev. He's a graduate student and distance runner at Columbia University, but his life becomes forever changed when his brother (Roy Schieder) unwittingly gets Babe involved in a plot by Nazi war criminal Christian Szell (Laurence Olivier) to retrieve ill-gotten diamonds from a safe deposit box.

Why you should watch it: This is genuinely a great movie. It was nominated for multiple Oscars, including one for Hoffman's performance. But my favorite thing about this movie is that, to prepare for a scene, Hoffman stayed up for three days with no sleep. When his co-star, Olivier, learned about this, he said, "My dear boy, why don't you just try acting?" The intent of this comment was a joke, according to Hoffman, but it's a legendary moment, regardless.

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Hulu is a great streaming service for building your next weekend movie marathon. It regularly adds originals and classics to its library. Plus, because it's owned by Disney, it's the streaming home for new releases from several Disney-owned studios. It even has deals with some other studios to get in new releases before any other service, whether they're produced by Disney or not.

This weekend, I have three movies that were just added to Hulu this week that are a must-watch. First up is "Interstellar," in honor of Sir Christopher's latest movie, "The Odyssey," arriving in theaters later this month. Once you're done with that nearly three-hour epic, reset a bit with the original "Iron Man," which remains a great movie that you can just sit back and relax with. Finally, wrap up your movie marathon with "The Wolf of Wall Street," a movie that frankly needs no introduction thanks to an incredible Leonardo DiCaprio performance.

Here are the three new to Hulu movies you need to stream this weekend. For more recommendations, check out the full list of everything new to Hulu and Disney+ in July 2026.

'Interstellar' (2014)

Genre: Epic sci-fi movie

What's it about? "Interstellar" stars Matthew McConaughey as Coop, a retired NASA pilot living on a version of Earth ravaged by famine and environmental disaster. He uncovers a secret mission to find faraway planets to serve as humanity's next home, and joins it, though at great personal cost.

Why you need to watch it: To many, this is Christopher Nolan's best work. While I personally probably have it outside my top 5, it's still a great film and well worth a watch. Check it out this weekend and see what all the fuss is about.

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'Iron Man' (2008)

Genre: Marvel superhero movie

What's it about? "Iron Man" stars Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark, a billionaire playboy philanthropist whose life is forever changed in a cave in Afghanistan. After being hit with one of his company's own missiles, he builds an armored suit powered by an arc reactor that's now embedded in his chest, keeping him alive. The rest, as they say, is history.

Why you need to watch it: Given that the MCU is the biggest film franchise in human history, I probably don't need to tell you why you need to watch this movie. But I do want to remind you that this movie was made with only minimal expectation that it would one day tie into a larger Marvel universe. That makes it a tight, self-contained story that's enjoyable to rewatch, even if later Marvel movies would become bloated messes.

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'The Wolf of Wall Street' (2013)

Genre: Biographical dark comedy movie

What's it about? "The Wolf of Wall Street" stars Leonardo DiCaprio as Jordan Belfort. A notorious stockbroker, the movie follows Belfort's rise from the ashes of Black Monday to become a multimillionaire Wall Street finance bro running pump and dump schemes from his firm, Stratton Oakmont. Another Scorsese movie, another portrait of a complicated man.

Why you should watch it: I don't know that this is my favorite Leo movie, but I think I'd have to admit it's his best performance. He's charismatic and cocky; he's a terrible human being that you can't help but root for despite all the crimes he commits. This movie is undeniably a must-watch, so make sure to save time for it this weekend.

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Netflix subscribers looking for exciting thriller movies this week are positively spoilt for choice. The world’s most popular streaming service just refreshed its library to kick off July 2026, and this week has added a trio of truly excellent thrillers, including a movie from “The Odyssey” and “Oppenheimer” director Christopher Nolan.

If a Nolan fan-favorite wasn’t enough, there’s also a film directed by David Fincher, who, in my eyes, is quite simply one of the best thriller genre filmmakers of all time. And if Nolan and Fincher aren’t enough to keep you satisfied, there’s also a vital thriller from a first-time filmmaker which offers a gripping cat-and-mouse chase sharpened by a powerful message.

Thriller fans are certainly eating good this week, so without further introduction, here are three gripping, twisting movies you need to add to your Netflix watchlist this week.

3 new to Netflix thrillers to watch this week

'Gone Girl' (2014)

“Gone Girl” is one of the 21st century's finest thrillers. With the meticulous David Fincher in the director’s chair, and adapting Gillian Flynn’s 2012 page-turner of the same name, it has all the ingredients to deliver a compelling mystery movie that explores two sides of a marriage. It also features an Oscar-nominated performance from Rosamund Pike, with Ben Affleck, Neil Patrick Harris, Tyler Perry and Carrie Coon adding further star power to the mix.

On the day of their fifth wedding anniversary, Nick Dunne (Affleck) returns home to find his wife, Amy (Pike), missing and signs of a struggle. As the police start investigating, media interest in the case intensifies, and while Nick is initially treated with sympathy, he soon becomes the prime suspect. Fincher’s slick style brings the popular novel to life, making this a thriller that will have you glued to your seat within moments. It’s an essential watch.

Watch "Gone Girl" on Netflix now

‘Queen & Slim’ (2019)

“Queen & Slim” is a movie that works on multiple levels. Those looking for a propulsive Bonnie-and-Clyde thriller are well catered to, but there’s more bite to this one as its powerful (and increasingly timely) message lingers long after the credits roll. It’s all anchored by Daniel Kaluuya and Jodie Turner-Smith, who are quite the double act as the eponymous Slim and Queen. Oh, and this 2019 movie was the directorial debut of Melina Matsoukas, quite an achievement to make something this fantastic on your first try.

After an unspectacular date, Queen (Turner-Smith) and Slim (Kaluuya) are driving home when a cop cruiser pulls them over. The situation escalates, and Slim ends up shooting a police officer in self-defense. Believing they won’t be given the chance to explain their side of the story, they go on the run. As they make a break for freedom, a deep bond develops. However, with the authorities circling, they have only one shot to get out of dodge.

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‘Memento’ (2000)

Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” hits theaters later this month and is undoubtedly going to be one of the biggest movie events of the summer. So, if you’re in the mood to watch a few of Nolan’s previous flicks to celebrate its imminent arrival, meet “Memento" In this psychological thriller, Nolan plays with a non-linear narrative in some interesting ways, giving viewers a puzzlebox mystery that’s deeply satisfying to solve.

Alternating between black-and-white and color sequences, the thriller centers on Leonard Shelby (Guy Pearce), an insurance investigator who can't create new memories. Using a series of Polaroid photographs, handwritten notes, and tattoos inked on his own skin, he attempts to track down the man he believes is responsible for killing his wife. The movie builds up to a mind-bending twist, which will have you eager to watch it a second time with a greater understanding of its hidden secrets.

Watch "Memento" on Netflix starting July 5

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I used to be Netflix’s ideal viewer: the type who bought into the hype, tracked the trailers, and streamed a new release on day one. I would wax lyrical about a show on social media and blitz through the episodes just to avoid spoilers. I was the quintessential early adopter, a viewer who helped generate buzz and served as a massive tick on a corporate engagement metric.

But no more.

Now, I refuse to watch shows the moment they drop. Instead, I opt to wait for a formal renewal before watching even a single minute of the first episode. Cynical? Perhaps. But I am simply sick of getting burned by an industry that treats its audience as mere data points on a spreadsheet.

Why should I invest my time and energy into a new series that might vanish after one season? Why willingly invest in a story destined to have a beginning and a middle, but no end? I choose to do neither. Instead, I sit tight, ignore the hype machine and take a more measured approach to my viewing habits.

This shift boils down to two main reasons.

1. I no longer trust that a show won’t get canceled

Streaming services have trained me to expect betrayal. In television, few things are more frustrating than learning your favorite show — one you’ve invested weeks, months, or even years into — has been axed with zero warning or explanation. It recently happened with "The Boroughs," the elder sci-fi drama that Netflix canceled after just one season, despite it hitting No. 1.

As viewers, we are left in the dark, forced to assume the numbers just didn't add up on a spreadsheet someone, somewhere, is using to decide a show's fate. This metric-driven approach completely nullifies the time commitment and emotional investment of the audience. To discover a show has been canceled after one season without a proper conclusion is incredibly frustrating. It’s even worse when a show has run for several seasons, leaving long, complicated character arcs forever unresolved.

Because I’ve been burned by sudden cancellations once too often, I’ve jumped off the hype train. It is simply better to wait until a show is safely renewed for a second season before diving in feet first.

2. The hype around new shows has become intolerable

Netflix now hypes its new releases to ridiculous levels, and I’ve grown tired of the inevitable letdown. Every premiere is marketed as a “must-watch masterpiece,” a “groundbreaking series” or the next “cultural phenomenon.” In reality, even the best new shows are usually just good — worth watching if the genre, creator or cast appeals to you, but rarely revolutionary. Yet, the moment the hype cycle ends, everyone stops talking about them and immediately moves on to the next big thing.

For a time, I bought into it all, believing the grand claims made by streaming platforms and their acolytes on social media. After all, there’s joy in believing that the show debuting next week might rival all-time greats like "Breaking Bad" or "The Sopranos."

The problem is that reality rarely lives up to the marketing. The first season of "Squid Game" came close, but subsequent seasons dropped off significantly. "Stranger Things" debuted before the hype machine reached its current, suffocating peak, but its later seasons certainly suffered from the weight of oversized expectations.

I’m done with the modern watercooler moment, where everyone is driven to stream the exact same show at the exact same time, only to discuss it ad nauseam via podcasts, thinkpieces, and memes. It feels entirely artificial. By opting out, I can bide my time and watch a show when I want to — well after the renewal announcement and long after the exhausting hype has died down.

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HBO Max has confirmed its July 2026 slate, and as is often the case with the best streaming services, it’s kicking off the month by adding a huge selection of movies to its library. In total, there are more than 50 new arrivals, covering pretty much every genre you can imagine.

The unforeseen downside of dozens of new-to-HBO Max movies is that so much choice can make sitting down to decide what to watch first a bit of a headache. If you often end up spending more time scrolling than streaming, you’re not alone. That’s why I’ve combed through the 52 movies just added to HBO Max on July 1 and picked out my personal favorites.

So, if you’re looking to refresh your HBO Max watchlist as the calendar moves into July, here are the five movies that I’m personally going to be watching as a priority.

5 best HBO Max movies to stream now

‘Deadpool 2’ (2018)

“Deadpool 2” is bigger than its predecessor in pretty much every way. After the first movie’s box office success, the sequel was granted a larger budget, which is used to full effect to deliver a grander story, bigger set pieces, and the inclusion of Josh Brolin as Cable, a cybernetic soldier who was a big part of one of Deadpool’s most popular comic book runs. Bigger doesn’t always mean better, but in the case of Deadpool, size really does matter.

Set two years after the first “Deadpool” movie, the smart-mouthed merc, real name Wade Wilson (Ryan Reynolds), becomes the unlikely protector of a rebellious young mutant, Russell Collins (Julian Dennison), who is being targeted by a time-travelling soldier, Cable (Brolin). Full of potty humor and meta gags, poking fun at the superhero genre, “Deadpool 2” is a blast. Plus, HBO Max has also added the “Super Duper Cut” with even more Pool.

Watch "Deadpool 2" on HBO Max now

‘Evil Dead’ (2013)

With “Evil Dead Burn” hitting theaters next week, it’s great to see the original “The Evil Dead” and its fan-favorite sequel, “Evil Dead II,” landing on HBO Max this month. However, the one I’m recommending here is actually the 2013 spin from director Fede Álvarez. More of a reboot than a cash-in remake, “Evil Dead” (2013) is a skin-crawling horror that positively overflows with fake blood. It’s a total gorefest, and lives up to the franchise’s legacy.

The setup is simple: a group of friends heads to an isolated cabin located deep in the forest. Once there, they accidentally unleash a sinister evil and are tormented in disturbing and very brutal ways. Jane Levy delivers the movie’s standout performance, playing protagonist Mia, who is possessed after the friends come into contact with the franchise’s central supernatural tome, the Naturom Demento. If you like bloody horror, look no further.

Watch "Evil Dead" on HBO Max now

‘Hereditary’ (2018)

Sticking with the horror genre, “Hereditary” might just be my favorite chiller of all time. Ari Aster hit a home run on his first try with this directorial debut that has already cemented its legacy as one of the most unnerving movies ever made. This is the type of movie that rattles around your mind for weeks, and don’t be surprised if you need to sleep with a light on for a little while afterward, because some of the scares here are downright terrifying.

The movie also boasts one of the genre’s all-time great performances courtesy of Toni Collette. And, yes, I’m still salty her work was snubbed during Oscar season (not even a nomination? It doesn't make sense). In “Hereditary,” Colette plays Annie, a wife and mother, dealing with a cocktail of conflicted emotions after her own mother passes away. In the wake of this bereavement, strange occurrences befall the family, and Annie learns some seriously dark secrets about her ancestry. Prepare to be spooked!

Watch "Hereditary" on HBO Max now

‘The Equalizer’ (2014)

Here at Tom’s Guide, we’re celebrating all things Denzel Washington in 2026, with my colleague Malcolm McMillain taking on the “Denzel Watchathon”. In short, he’s watching every single Denzel movie in 2026, which works out perfectly as there are 52 flicks. He hasn’t got to “The Equalizer” series yet, but HBO Max is giving you the chance to get ahead, as it’s adding the complete action-thriller trilogy at the start of July 2026.

In "The Equalizer," Washington plays Robert McCall, a former US Marine who now lives a quiet life, working in a big-box hardware store. Befriending a troubled teen (Chloë Grace Moretz), McCall learns that she is being forced into sex work by a Russian mobster. Unable to let this injustice pass, McCall decides it's time to come out of his self-imposed retirement and put his very particular set of skills to good use. And if you enjoy the first “Equalizer” movie, you’ve got two equally entertaining sequels to stream afterward.

Watch "The Equalizer" on HBO Max now

‘The Killing of a Sacred Deer’ (2017)

Yorgos Lanthimos’ “The Killing of a Sacred Deer” is an aloof psychological thriller that thrives on spiralling tension and (intentionally) flawed characters. The unnatural dialogue won’t appeal to all, but if you don’t mind your movies getting weird, there’s plenty to dig into here. Plus, it features an excellent performance from Barry Keoghan, with Colin Farrell also on top form. It might just be my favorite Lanthimos effort to date, which is a big compliment.

Dr. Steven Murphy (Colin Farrell) is a renowned surgeon, married to a doting wife (Nicole Kidman) and with two young children. He's got it made. But when a young boy, Martin (Keoghan), integrates himself within the family's seemingly perfect suburban existence, things spiral. As Martin’s true intentions come to light, Steven is forced into an unthinkable choice to pay for his past sins. Part modern Greek tragedy, part twisting thriller, “The Killing of a Sacred Deer” is Lanthimos at his unpredictable best.

Watch "The Killing of a Sacred Deer" on HBO Max now

Every movie just added to HBO Max

Here's the full list of all 52 movies added to HBO Max on July 1, 2026:

• A Life of Her Own
• A Woman’s Face
• Army of Darkness
• Battle Cry
• Bright Leaf
• Deadpool 2
• Deadpool 2: Super Duper Cut
• Desire Me
• The Evil Dead (1983)
• Evil Dead II (1987)
• Evil Dead (2013)
• Footsteps in the Dark
• Goodbye Christopher Robin
• Hail Satan?
• Hereditary
• I Love You, Alice B. Toklas
• Just Friends
• Lawyer Man
• Legally Blonde
• Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted
• Marine Raiders
• My Dream is Yours
• My Favorite Wife
• New Moon
• Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and The Band
• Romance on the High Seas
• Super Troopers 2
• The Beggar's Opera
• The Clock
• The Courtship of Eddie’s Father
• The Disembodied
• The Equalizer
• The Equalizer 2
• The Equalizer 3
• The Frozen Dead
• The Hook
• The Killing of a Sacred Deer
• The Meg
• The Mummy (1999)
• The Mummy (1959)
• The Mummy Returns
• The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor
• The Reluctant Debutante
• The Rover
• The Strangers
• The Strawberry Blonde
• The Usual Suspects
• The Women (1939)
• Up the Down Staircase
• Us
• Waterloo Bridge
• Young Bess

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Paramount+ just added 70 new movies and shows to start July 2026. The first of the month is typically when the streaming service adds the majority of its new movies and shows, and the dozens that were just added should be more than enough for you to try and watch in a single month.

In fact, there might be so many choices that it overwhelms you. Don't worry, though, I've already looked through everything coming to Paramount+ in July, and I know exactly which of these movies and shows are a must-watch.

Top of the list is "City of God," an Oscar-worthy Brazilian film that's now over 20 years old but no less incredible. Then, you'll want to check out Richard Linklater's "Everybody Wants Some!!" Finally, I'm rounding out the list with a trio of war films: "Glory," "Good Morning, Vietnam" and "Hacksaw Ridge."

So, without further delay, let's dive into the five newly added to Paramount+ movies and shows that I think you need to be streaming right now.

5 Paramount+ movies and shows to stream right now

'City of God' (2002)

Genre: Brazilian epic crime movie

What's it about: Set in the favelas of Rio de Janeiro, "City of God" is narrated by Rocket (Alexandre Rodrigues), a resident of Rio's Cidade de Deus (City of God) favela who dreams of being a photographer. So when a gang war between drug dealers Li'l Zé (Leandro Firmino) and Carrot (Matheus Nachtergaele) breaks out in the favela, Rocket seizes the opportunity to find a life outside the Brazilian slum.

Why you should watch it: It's insane that, despite earning nominations for Best Director, Best Cinematography and more, "City of God" somehow didn't make the shortlist for Best Foreign Language Film. Don't let that dissuade you from watching it; this is an excellent movie.

Watch "City of God" on Paramount+ now

'Everybody Wants Some!!' (2016)

Genre: Comedy movie

What's it about? Starring an incredible ensemble cast that includes Blake Jenner, Zoey Deutch, Glen Powell, Ryan Guzman, Tyler Hoechlin, Will Brittain, and Wyatt Russell, this spiritual successor to "Dazed and Confused" follows the lives of several college baseball players in Texas in 1980.

Why you should watch it: If "Dazed and Confused" is too dated for you, "Everybody Wants Some!!" is a (slightly) more modern take on the coming-of-age tale, as well as an excellent period piece, something that Linklater has nailed more than once in his career.

Watch "Everybody Wants Some!!" on Paramount+ now

'Glory' (1989)

Genre: Epic war movie

What's it about? "Glory" tells the story of the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment, the first all-Black regiment in the U.S. military. It's an ensemble performance that features Matthew Broderick and Cary Elwes as officers, as well as Morgan Freeman, Andre Braugher, and Denzel Washington as some of the former slaves and freedmen fighting in the infantry ranks.

Why you should watch it: "Glory" is nearly four decades old, but still holds up visually against its modern counterparts. Denzel also wins an Oscar for his performance as Trip, who often serves as a devil's advocate-like figure throughout the movie. It's a performance that leads to some emotionally powerful moments, and a movie that's a must-watch.

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'Good Morning, Vietnam' (1987)

Genre: War comedy-drama movie

What's it about? This is not your typical Vietnam War movie. Set in Saigon in 1965, it stars Robin Williams as a military radio DJ named Adrian Cronauer (loosely based on real-life events) whose irreverent broadcasts are popular with the troops. He's aided by PFC Edward Garlick (Forest Whitaker) in his endeavours, which don't always jive with what his superiors would like.

Why you should watch it: "Good Morning, Vietnam" may be funny, but it's still a war movie with plenty of drama. As a decent person, Cronauer tries to connect with the local Vietnamese, but doesn't always take into account that they might not want to connect with him.

Watch "Good Morning, Vietnam" on Paramount+ now

'Hacksaw Ridge' (2016)

Genre: Biographical epic war movie

What's it about? Based on the 2004 documentary The Conscientious Objector," this movie stars Andrew Garfield as Desmond Doss. As a Seventh-day Adventist, Doss refused to wield a weapon during World War II, opting instead to serve as a combat medic.

Why you should watch it: Say what you will about Mel Gibson as a person, but he can certainly direct a movie. So I have to recommend still checking this movie out for artistic reasons. It's also worth seeing the portrayal of Doss's incredible story, which sees him become the first conscientious objector to be awarded the Medal of Honor.

Watch "Hacksaw Ridge" on Paramount+ now

Everything just added to Paramount+

Here's the full list of all 70 movies and shows that were just added to Paramount+:

• "Aeon Flux"
• "An Officer and a Gentleman"
• "Anthropoid"
• "Bad News Bears"
• "Big Night"
• "Boomerang"
• "Borg vs. McEnroe"
• "Carriers"
• "City of God"
• "City of Men"
• "Clifford the Big Red Dog" seasons 1-2
• "Clifford’s Puppy Days" seasons 1-2
• "Critical Condition"
• "Deepwater Horizon"
• "Down to Earth"
• "Everybody Wants Some!!"
• "Extract"
• "Fences"
• "Flight"
• "Focus"
• "Garfield and Friends" seasons 1-7
• "Gemini Man"
• "Glory"
• "Good Boys"
• "Good Morning, Vietnam"
• "Goosebumps" seasons 1-4
• "Grease 2"
• "Hacksaw Ridge"
• "Here and Now"
• "Imagine That"
• "Kiss The Girls"
• "Magic School Bus" seasons 1-4
• "Marathon Man"
• "Men, Women & Children"
• "Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life"
• "Nightwatch"
• "Out of the Furnace"
• "Overdrive"
• "Paw Patrol: Fire Rescue" (new special)
• "Rio"
• "Road Trip"
• "Serendipity"
• "She's All That"
• "Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow"
• "Sleepy Hollow"
• "Steel Magnolias"
• "Super 8"
• "Super Duper Bunny League" seasons 1-2
• "The Commuter"
• "The Dutchman"*
• "The Expendables 2"
• "The Expendables 3"
• "The Expendables 4"
• "The Expendables"
• "The Island"
• "The Kid"
• "The Longest Yard"
• "The Machinist"
• "The Perfect Gamble"*
• "The Ring Two"
• "The Ring"
• "The Sum of All Fears"
• "The Untouchables"
• "Tremors"
• "Vacation"
• "War and Peace"
• "Win A Date With Tad Hamilton!"
• "Wuthering Heights"
• "xXx"
• "Young Adult"

*Title is available only to Paramount+ Premium subscribers.

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Christian Pulisic's USA face Bosnia in a fascinating 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 clash at Santa Clara's Levi Stadium on July 1. Hungry for goals? Here's a simple way to watch USA vs Bosnia for free – in the U.S., Canada and beyond.

Kick-off is at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT / 1 a.m. BST, with fans around the world tuning in to see whether the USA can win through the last 32 on home soil.

Fit-again Christian Pulisic is in line to return to Mauricio Pochettino's starting XI after making a substitute appearance against Turkey. He will join Folarin Balogun in the World Cup co-hosts' frontline.

Edin Dzeko will be key to Bosnia's hopes of pulling off a surprise win, with the former Manchester City striker still going strong at 40.

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What devices is BBC iPlayer available on?

• Amazon Fire TV Stick (including Fire TV Cube)
• Android devices (phones, tablets)
• Apple iOS (iPhone, iPad)
• Chromecast (casting from Android/iOS devices)
• Chromecast with Google TV (supported/certified devices)
• EE TV
• Freely, Freeview Play, Freesat, YouView
• Google TV devices (with BBC certification)
• Hisense Smart TVs
• LG Smart TVs (webOS)
• Linux PCs (via supported browsers)
• Macs (via Safari or other supported browsers)
• Panasonic Smart TVs
• Philips Smart TVs (Google TV models)
• PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
• Roku streaming players and Roku TVs
• Samsung Smart TVs (supported models)
• Sky boxes (Glass, Stream, Q)
• Sony Android TV (Google TV models)
• TCL Android TV (Google TV models)
• Toshiba Smart TVs (supported models)
• Virgin Media (Stream, TV 360)
• Windows PCs (via supported web browsers)
• Xbox One, Xbox Series S and X

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Kevin De Bruyne's Belgium face Senegal in a close 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 clash at Seattle's Lumen Field on July 1. Hungry for goals? Here's a simple way to watch Belgium vs Senegal for free – in the U.S., Canada and beyond.

Kick-off is at 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT / 9 p.m. BST, with fans around the world tuning in to see whether Belgium can win in the round of 32.

Kevin De Bruyne will remain as Belgium playmaker, as the Red Devils continue their World Cup journey. Super sub Romelu Lukaku is likely to again feature from the bench.

Sadio Mane remains Senegal's talismanic figure, but three-goal Ismaila Sarr has been their principal attacking threat so far.

If you're searching for how to watch Belgium vs Senegal free online, we've got everything a 'soccer' fan needs, including kick-off times, TV channels, and where to find a live stream of every goal, header and delicious De Bruyne pass.

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In the U.K., Belgium vs Senegal will be broadcast for free on ITVX. The build-up is live now ahead of kick-off at 9 p.m. BST.

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3. Watch the World Cup. Head to ITVX and watch the game live.

What devices is ITVX available on?

• Amazon Fire (Tablets, Cube, Stick, TVs)
• Android TV (please note: some models aren’t supported)
• Android (Mobile & Tablet) - Android 7.0 and above
• Apple TV (tvOS 14 or later)
• Google TV (Chromecast with Google TV and NVIDIA Shield)
• Freely
• Freesat (please note: some models aren’t supported)
• Freeview Play (TVs and set-top boxes) (please note: some models aren’t supported)
• iOS (iPhone & iPad) - iOS 14 and above
• LG Smart TVs (2016-2024)
• NOW Smart Sticks and Boxes (minimum firmware v11.5.0)
• PlayStation (PS4 and PS5)
• Roku (Stick & Roku-OS powered TVs, minimum firmware v11.5.0)
• Samsung Smart TVs (2017 and above - 2016 models only offer on demand TV)
• Sky Q, Sky Glass and Sky Stream puck
• Virgin Media (360, Stream, TiVo)
• YouView (BT, Humax, Sony, TalkTalk)
• Xbox (One, Series X, Series S)

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In the back half of 2025, Amazon introduced its new proprietary, Linux-based operating system, Vega OS which replaces the Fire OS. The old platform was an Android fork based on the Android Open Source Project.

Controversially, the new OS is more locked down lacking sideloading support. In a sprawling interview with the UK-based Cord Busters, Amazon's vice president of Fire TV, Aidan Marcuss, finally explains why the switch was made.

An opportunity to 'innovate'

Marcuss told Cord Busters that Vega OS is an opportunity for Amazon to "innovate and deliver more capabilities, even on the least expensive devices.” He also said that it would make things more secure and private for users, which was "sort of utmost in my mind."

That's a somewhat ironic statement since Vega OS blocks the ability to sideload third-party adblockers, in addition to launchers.

“Apps that facilitate piracy, and other apps, can carry malware,” Marcuss said when asked if sideloading actually causes harm. Marcuss also said that there is “a good amount of evidence that apps can carry unwanted code and behavior on them when they’re sideloaded.”

Piracy and malware are legit

For the unfamiliar, sideloading is the ability for Fire Sticks owners to add modified Android apps to the streaming device. When Vega OS was introduced in October 2025, we noted that it would be the illegal streamer's nightmare.

Notably, soccer streamers like DAZN and Sky Sports, which stream top-league soccer matches, have accused Fire Sticks of enabling piracy. In May 2025, Enders Analysis, a media research firm, released a report that specifically blamed the Fire Stick for easily enabling streaming piracy.

Additionally, malware and fraud have been a problem. In November, Malwarebytes reported that 1 in 3 people who illegally stream in the UK have been victims of fraud or scams. The Fire TV focused AFTVNews found a number of blacklisted apps that could "put your personal data risk." The Amazon support forums are littered with posts about strange cryptocurrency malware or other strange malware.

That said, the blacklist also features apps that let users get around the Fire homescreen, which is increasingly an ad fest.

Vega OS isn't quite ready

Vega OS isn't as robust as Fire OS lacking support for things like Dolby Vision or USB storage. As we found in our review of the Fire TV 4K Streaming Stick Select it isn't quite ready for primetime.

"it feels more like a proof-of-concept at this point rather than a full release when it comes to app integration and other assorted features," we said at the time.

Cord Busters asked Marcuss about the difference between the 3,000 supported apps on Vega OS Fire sticks versus 40,000 on Fire OS ones.

“No customer is actually downloading 50,000 apps. The question is whether the apps they want to watch, the content that they’re looking for are there,” Marcuss said. He added that customers can stream “the vast, vast, vast majority of content” on Vega-OS Fire Sticks.

For most people, the difference between Vega and Fire OS won't matter, but as with many decisions to close down platforms recently, it's more about taking away the choice, not whether or not people are using it.

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Jude Bellingham's England face DR Congo in a pivotal 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 clash at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium on July 1. Hungry for goals? Here's a simple way to watch England vs DR Congo for free – in the U.S., Canada and beyond.

Kick-off is at 12 p.m. ET / 9 a.m. PT / 5 p.m. BST, with fans around the world tuning in to see whether England can win the last-32 match in North America.

Jude Bellingham returns to a more advanced role behind Harry Kane in England's starting XI in this World Cup knockout tie, with Declan Rice back in the team after a rest against Panama.

Djed Spence replaces the injured Jarell Quansah at right-back, with Reece James still missing with a hamstring injury. Noni Madueke gets the nod ahead of Bukayo Saka on the right wing.

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Using a VPN is incredibly simple.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, Norton VPN is our No.1 streaming VPN.

2. Choose the location. For instance if you're in the U.S. and want to watch England vs DR Congo free, you'd select 'United Kingdom' from the list.

3. Watch the World Cup. Head to BBC iPlayerand watch the game live.

What devices is BBC iPlayer available on?

• Amazon Fire TV Stick (including Fire TV Cube)
• Android devices (phones, tablets)
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• Chromecast with Google TV (supported/certified devices)
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• Freely, Freeview Play, Freesat, YouView
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• Hisense Smart TVs
• LG Smart TVs (webOS)
• Linux PCs (via supported browsers)
• Macs (via Safari or other supported browsers)
• Panasonic Smart TVs
• Philips Smart TVs (Google TV models)
• PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
• Roku streaming players and Roku TVs
• Samsung Smart TVs (supported models)
• Sky boxes (Glass, Stream, Q)
• Sony Android TV (Google TV models)
• TCL Android TV (Google TV models)
• Toshiba Smart TVs (supported models)
• Virgin Media (Stream, TV 360)
• Windows PCs (via supported web browsers)
• Xbox One, Xbox Series S and X

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England vs India is a huge occasion on any cricket field and the five-match T20I series that starts today at the Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street, will be no different. Both sides arrive in various states of disarray, too.

Here's how to watch 2026 England vs India T20I series live streams from anywhere with a VPN.

England will be desperate to give their fans something to cheer about, after the humiliating 2-1 Test defeat by New Zealand which resulted in Ben Stokes ending his international career somewhat abruptly.

Nevertheless, the hosts come into the series with a packed squad. Led by Harry Brook, they have an array of proven T20 performers at the disposal, including Jos Buttler, Jofra Archer, Phil Salt, Will Jacks, and Jacob Bethell. They've also added James Coles, a 22-year-old left-arm spinner who bats in the middle order and fetched the highest price in The Hundred auction this year.

India, meanwhile, are coming off a hard-to-digest 2-0 series loss to Ireland. The reigning T20 World Cup champions were found wanting on tricky surfaces, prompting discussions whether a batting-heavy lineup is limited to dominating on flat tracks only. In transition following the removal of out-of-form World Cup-winning captain Suryakumar Yadav, the team is now led by Shreyas Iyer. He needs both wins and runs for himself on this tour.

IPL sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been the most exciting addition to the Indian T20I setup. Though he did not earn his maiden cap against Ireland – a very surprising call – the 15-year-old is expected to break Sachin Tendulkar's record as India's youngest debutant during the series, especially after opener Sanju Samson's poor returns in both matches against Ireland.

Here's how to watch the 2026 England vs India T20I series online and on TV.

England vs India 2026 T20I series schedule

T20I 1
5:30 p.m. — Wednesday, July 1 | Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street

T20I 2
2:30 p.m. — Saturday, July 4 | Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester

T20I 3
5:30 p.m. — Tuesday, July 7 | Trent Bridge, Nottingham

T20I 4
5:30 p.m. — Thursday, July 9 | County Ground, Bristol

T20I 5
2:30 p.m. — Saturday, July 11 | The Rose Bowl, Southampton

(All times BST)

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Away from home at the moment and blocked from watching the cricket on your usual subscription? You can still stream the England vs India T20I series live thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network).

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How to watch England vs India T20I series 2026 live streams in the U.S.

In the U.S., all five England vs India T20Is are exclusive to Willow TV.

Willow is carried by a number of cable providers, including Dish, Spectrum, Xfinity, Verizon Fios and more. Alternatively, it's also available as its own standalone subscription service.

You can also access Willow via Sling TV, as part of an unbeatable deal for cricket fans. Its Desi Binge Plus and Dakshin Flex plans (among other regional Indian-language plans) get you a Willow TV subscription from just $10/month, with no need to sign up to a Blue or Orange plan first. And no long contracts either.

Willow is where you'll find the majority of cricket coverage in the U.S., which means a Sling TV subscription more or less has your cricket itch scratched.

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How to watch England vs India T20I series 2026 live streams in the U.K.

In the U.K., the England vs India T20I series is being shown on Sky Sports and its dedicated Sky Sports Cricket and Main Event channels.

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How to watch England vs India T20I series 2026 live streams 2026 in India

Fans in India can watch the England vs India T20I series on Star Sports, with live streaming available via JioHotstar.

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How to watch England vs India T20I series 2026 live streams in Australia

In Australia, England vs India T20I series coverage is available on Fox Sports via Foxtel, as well as Kayo Sports.

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England vs India T20I series 2026 squads

India squad: Shreyas Iyer (c), Tilak Varma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Shivam Dube, Abhishek Sharma, Suryansh Shedge, Ishan Kishan (wk), Sanju Samson (wk), Harshit Rana, Prince Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Prasidh Krishna, Ravi Bishnoi

England squad: Harry Brook (c), Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Liam Dawson, Jacob Bethell, James Coles, Rehan Ahmed, Phil Salt (wk), Jos Buttler (wk), Jordan Cox, Tom Banton, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood, Josh Tongue, Saqib Mahmood, Sonny Baker

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We’re already over halfway through 2026, with July marking the peak of summer, and for many that means less time spent indoors binge-watching shows and more time out making the most of the lighter evenings. Still, when the day winds down and you’re in the mood to switch off with something good, Prime Video’s top 10 list is a handy place to start. It gives a quick snapshot of what’s currently trending on the platform.

Prime Video’s trending chart is in a particularly strong place right now, with “Off Campus” and Nicolas Cage’s “Spider-Noir” both firmly holding onto top positions over the past few weeks. While those two are definitely worth a watch if you (somehow) haven’t caught up yet, it’s the newer entries on the list that are especially interesting this time around. So, here are three standout picks from this week’s Prime Video top 10 that deserve a watch.

This list is based on the Prime Video U.S. top 10 shows as of Wednesday, July 1, 2026.

Best shows in the Prime Video top 10

‘Every Year After’

I think most romance fans can agree that watching a yearning-filled movie or show during summertime just hits differently, especially when it's set in the season itself, with characters longing for each other or caught in a complicated love triangle. “Every Year After” leans into the classic childhood-friends-to-lovers trope, with two people too afraid to cross that line. Based on Carley Fortune’s bestselling novel, this Prime Video series is packed with slow-burn romance, plenty of yearning, and enough juicy drama to keep you hooked.

Percy Fraser (Sadie Soverall) returns to the lakeside town of Barry’s Bay after a decade away, with the death of Sam Florek’s (Matt Cornett) mother brings her back. The story unfolds across dual timelines, alternating between six formative summers in their teenage years and the present day. As childhood friends become inseparable and eventually fall in love, a devastating mistake tears them apart. Back in Barry’s Bay, Percy must confront painful memories and the unresolved relationship with Sam that has shaped both of their lives.

Watch "Every Year After" on Prime Video now

‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’

Moving onto the topic of love triangles, I had to include “The Summer I Turned Pretty” now that it’s reappeared in the top 10. This coming-of-age romantic drama makes for the perfect summer rewatch, thanks to its seasonal setting and famously messy love triangle. Based on a young adult book trilogy by Jenny Han, the series is also set to get a movie (currently in development), which will serve as a feature-length continuation and finale following the events of season 3. I don’t think this was a surprise to anyone given how huge the show became on Prime Video.

Belly Conklin (Lola Tung) has spent every summer of her life vacationing at Cousins Beach with her mother, brother Steven (Sean Kaufman), and the Fisher family. As she turns 16, Belly discovers everything has changed. Conrad (Christopher Briney), the older Fisher brother she's admired for years, has become distant, while the outgoing Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno) begins seeing her in a new light. Soon, Belly finds herself caught between the two brothers, as unexpected revelations reshape their futures both at the beach and back home.

Watch "The Summer I Turned Pretty" on Prime Video now

‘See You at Work Tomorrow’

It seems subscribers are loving romance shows right now, considering we’re ending this list with another one. “See You at Work Tomorrow” is a Korean workplace romantic comedy adapted from the Kakao webtoon Back to Work, which racked up over 200 million views by capturing the unglamorous, highly relatable grind of corporate life. The series follows two colleagues who start off as enemies before, of course, developing feelings, complete with all the charm and slow-burning tension that comes with it.

Cha Ji-yoon (Park Ji-hyun) is a seven-year office employee at Saeum Electronics who has settled into a monotonous career rut after years in the same department. When an internal reshuffle places her under Kang Si-woo (Seo In-guk), a newly assigned department manager known for his strict discipline, her predictable routine is immediately disrupted. Despite his cold and intimidating presence, Si-woo becomes increasingly attentive to Ji-yoon, and their professional relationship slowly shifts.

Watch "See You at Work Tomorrow" on Prime Video now

Prime Video top 10 shows right now

1. "Off Campus" (2026)
2. "Every Year After" (2026)
3. "Spider-Noir" (2026)
4. "Clarkson's Farm" (2021)
5. "The Legend of Vox Machina" (2022)
6. "The Boys" (2019)
7. "It's Not Like That" (2026)
8. "The Summer I Turned Pretty" (2022)
9. "See You at Work Tomorrow" (2026)
10. "Invincible" (2021)

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With 69 new movies and series landing on Prime Video at the start of July 2026, finding something good can feel like finding a needle in a haystack.

Luckily, you don't have to waste your evening aimlessly scrolling through the expanded library. I’ve done the heavy lifting and narrowed down the massive list to the absolute best titles actually worth your time.

After reviewing everything hitting the platform this month, it's obvious that most of it isn't worth adding to your watchlist, so I’ve picked five movies and shows you need to stream. That includes one of the best sci-fi movies ever made, a seriously bingeable drama with seven seasons, and an apocalyptic thriller starring Brad Pitt.

5 Prime Video movies and shows to stream right now

‘Bones and All’ (2022)

Starting in the deep end, we have the psychological thriller “Bones and All,” which also functions as a romantic horror flick. Adapted from the young adult novel, the movie introduces a reality where certain people are born with an insatiable, uncontrollable urge to consume human flesh. Yes, that is a wild premise, but this film uses it as a dark metaphor for trauma and the desperate human need to find someone who accepts your deepest flaws.

Maren Yearly (Taylor Russell) is a teenage girl in 1980s America who has a compulsive urge to consume human flesh, a condition she has lived with since childhood. After her father abandons her with a recording explaining her past and urging her to survive alone, Maren sets out across the country to find her estranged mother and understand where she came from. Along the way, she meets Lee (Timothée Chalamet), a drifting young man with the same condition, and the two form a bond.

Watch on Prime Video now

‘Gilmore Girls’ (2000)

I think almost everyone has probably heard of “Gilmore Girls.” This comedy-drama, which originally ran for seven seasons from 2000 to 2007, quickly became a comforting, endlessly rewatchable show. Its biggest trademark is the hyper-fast, witty banter. While a standard TV script page equals about one minute of screen time, “Gilmore Girls” scripts were nearly double the length because the characters talk at a million miles an hour. There’s a fun fact for you.

Lorelai Gilmore (Lauren Graham) is a sharp-witted single mother who left home as a teenager and now runs an inn in the small town of Stars Hollow, Connecticut. She raises her academically gifted daughter, Rory (Alexis Bledel), and the two share an unusually close bond, often behaving more like best friends than parent and child. When Rory is accepted into an elite private school, Lorelai is forced to reconnect with her wealthy, controlling parents to help pay tuition. Both women have to juggle studies, careers, friendships, and complicated romantic relationships.

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‘The Martian’ (2015)

For sci-fi fans, “The Martian” should be at the top of your watchlist. Based on Andy Weir’s bestselling novel, it grossed over $630 million worldwide and earned seven Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture, largely because it made space survival look remarkably realistic, with a strong performance from Matt Damon. The film rests almost entirely on Damon’s shoulders, as he spends a large portion of it alone on screen, talking directly into video logs.

During a manned mission on Mars, astronaut Mark Watney (Matt Damon) is struck by debris during a sudden storm and left behind when his crew evacuates, believing he has died. Regaining consciousness alone on the planet, he returns to the damaged habitat and assesses his limited supplies. With no communication to Earth, he records logs while engineering ways to grow food, generate water, and repair equipment. NASA later discovers he is alive through satellite imagery and works to re-establish contact.

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‘Saving Private Ryan’ (1998)

If you’ve seen “Disclosure Day” and need to watch more movies from filmmaking icon Steven Spielberg, you need to stream “Saving Private Ryan.” Upon its release, the film completely revolutionized the war genre by introducing an unprecedented level of raw, immersive, and uncompromisingly violent realism. The film's first 23 minutes (chronicling the Omaha Beach landing) is widely considered one of the most legendary technical achievements in cinema history.

Set during World War II, the story begins with the Allied landing at Omaha Beach in Normandy in 1944, where Captain John Miller (Tom Hanks) survives intense combat while leading a unit of U.S. Rangers. Shortly after, military command assigns him a mission: Locate Private James Ryan (Matt Damon), whose three brothers have all been killed in action. Miller and his squad travel deep into German-occupied France, moving through destroyed villages and frontline battles while gathering information about Ryan’s whereabouts.

Watch on Prime Video now

‘World War Z’ (2013)

I love a good zombie movie, and “World War Z” has to be one of the genre’s more overlooked entries in recent years. Directed by Marc Forster, this action-thriller features zombies that can actually sprint, which is arguably more terrifying than the slow, stumbling kind. The visual effects showcase massive CGI swarms that pile on top of each other like ants, scaling giant walls and overwhelming vehicles. It feels like “Contagion” mixed with “28 Days Later” on an absolutely massive blockbuster scale.

Former United Nations investigator Gerry Lane (Brad Pitt) is caught in a sudden outbreak of a rapidly spreading infection that turns people into violent, fast-moving infected. When the crisis erupts during a traffic jam in Philadelphia, Gerry and his family barely escape the collapsing city and are evacuated by a UN contact to a military ship serving as a mobile research hub. In exchange for keeping his family safe, Gerry agrees to travel across multiple countries to trace the origin of the outbreak and identify possible patterns in how the infected behave.

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Every movie and show just added to Prime Video

Here's the full list of all 69 movies and shows that were just added to Prime Video:

SHOWS

• Elle (2026)
• Everybody Hates Chris S1-4 (2005)
• Gilmore Girls S1-7 (2000)

MOVIES

• 984 (1985)
• A Fish Called Wanda (1988)
• A Fistful Of Dollars (1967)
• A Good Person (2023)
• About My Father (2023)
• Alive (1993)
• Backdraft (1991)
• Backdraft 2 (2019)
• Bones And All (2022)
• Bottoms (2023)
• Capote (2006)
• Couple’s Retreat (2009)
• Dante's Peak (1997)
• Death Race (2008)
• Dudley Do-Right (1999)
• Fiddler On The Roof (1971)
• For a Few Dollars More (1967)
• Gladiator (2000)
• Homefront (2013)
• How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003)
• How to Train Your Dragon (2010)
• How to Train Your Dragon 2 (2014)
• Ice Age (2002)
• Ice Age: The Meltdown (2006)
• Jinn (2014)
• Judgment At Nuremberg (1961)
• Jujutsu Kaisen 0 (2022)
• Landscape With Invisible Hand (2023)
• Lars and the Real Girl (2007)
• Leave It to Beaver (1997)
• Leaving Las Vegas (1996)
• Leviathan (1989)
• Lions for Lambs (2007)
• Maine (2018)
• Man in the Moon (1991)
• Miami Vice (2006)
• Moonfall (2022)
• Much Ado About Nothing (1993)
• On The Count Of Three (2022)
• Original Sin (2001)
• Percy Jackson: Sea Of Monsters (2013)
• Road House (1989)
• Ronin (1998)
• Saving Private Ryan (1998)
• Showgirls (1995)
• Support Your Local Gunfighter (1971)
• Support Your Local Sheriff (1969)
• Surrounded (2023)
• The Adventures Of Priscilla Queen of the Desert (1994)
• The Boy Next Door (2015)
• The Flintstones (1994)
• The Flintstones In Viva Rock Vegas (2000)
• The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly (1967)
• The Magnificent Seven (1960)
• The Magnificent Seven (2016)
• The Martian (2015)
• The Young Messiah (2016)
• Three Amigos! (1986)
• Three Thousand Years Of Longing (2022)
• Till (2022)
• To Live And Die In L.A. (1985)
• Tropic Thunder (2008)
• Uncharted (2022)
• Unlovable (2018)
• War Dogs (2016)
• World War Z (2013)

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Netflix just added 37 new movies and shows to kick off July 2026. The first day of the month is typically the biggest for the streaming service; it's when Netflix adds the majority of the classic library titles (aka not originals) to its catalogue. This month was no exception, but it also added some new original shows and movies today.

Regardless, 37 new movies and shows are a lot of new titles to sort through in a single day. So I wouldn't blame you if you didn't know where to start. Lucky for you, I've already looked through everything new on Netflix in July, and I have five movies worth adding to your watchlist today.

Since we're now fully into summer, it's officially baseball season. So I'm recommending you check out "A League of Their Own" and "Moneyball," two of the best sports movies made in my lifetime, but with very different vibes. If baseball isn't for you, then check out "Born on the Fourth of July." Or, if you're not looking to question what it means to be American, start streaming "Fargo" the second you're done reading this article. Finally, for those who can't wait for "Spider-Man: Brand New Day," you should give yourself a refresher and stream "Spider-Man: Homecoming," which was just added to Netflix today.

So let's dive into the five newly added to Netflix movies and shows that I think you should be streaming right now.

5 Netflix shows and movies to stream right now

'A League of Their Own' (1992)

Genre: Sports comedy-drama movie

What it's about: "A League of Their Own" is the story of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League— specifically, the Rockford Peaches. Set during World War II, these women keep the sport of baseball alive while the men have gone off to fight. The roster is loaded, too: Geena Davis stars as Dorothy "Dottie" Hinson, Madonna as "All the Way" Mae Mordabito, Lori Petty as Kit Keller and Rosie O’Donnell as Doris Murphy. Don't forget manager Jimmy Dugan, played by the incomparable Tom Hanks.

Why you should watch it: When you read the line "There's no crying in baseball," you know it's about "A League of Their Own." It's that iconic. So if you have never seen that line before, or heard someone say it but didn't know why, now's the time to watch this all-time classic sports movie.

Stream "A League of Their Own" on Netflix now

'Born on the Fourth of July' (1989)

Genre: Biographical anti-war drama movie

What's it about? "Born on the Fourth of July" stars Tom Cruise as Ron Kovic, and it follows Ron's life from childhood through school and then joining the Marines to fight in a war like his World War II veteran father. But in Vietnam, he lives through traumatic horrors, and ultimately dedicates his life to being an anti-war activist.

Why you should watch it: This movie is based on the memoir of the real Rod Kovic, who co-wrote the movie's screenplay along with director Oliver Stone, so the experiences you'll see on screen are the real deal. Between Cruise's Oscar-nominated performance and Stone's Oscar-winning direction, there are worse ways to spend this July 4 than watching "Born on the Fourth of July."

Stream "Born on the Fourth of July" on Netflix now

'Fargo' (1996)

Genre: Black comedy crime movie

What's it about? "Fargo" stars Frances McDormand as Marge Gunderson, the police chief of Brainerd, Minnesota, and William H. Macy as Jerry Lundegaard, a car salesman in (relatively) nearby Minneapolis. It centers around these two as Marge begins to investigate a triple homicide perpetrated by a pair of hitmen (Steve Buscemi and Peter Stormare), who, it turns out, Jerry hired to kidnap his own wife, Jean (Kristin Rudrüd).

Why you should watch it: "Fargo" is a great place to start if you've never seen a Coen Brothers movie before. It gives you a sense of both the darkness and the humor that they bring to their films; if you've ever seen a clip of a man feeding body parts into a wood chipper, that's from this movie.

Stream "Fargo" on Netflix now

'Moneyball' (2011)

Genre: Biographical sports drama movie

What it's about: Based on Michael Lewis's book of the same name, "Moneyball" is the dramatic retelling of how the A’s general manager, Billy Beane (Brad Pitt), transformed how every Major League Baseball team evaluates talent. If you’re a former Oakland A’s fan, "Moneyball" is the story of how a team succeeded despite poor ownership, but for everyone else, it's the tale of how baseball changed forever.

Why you should watch it: This movie isn't flawless; it leaves out Tim Hudson, Mark Mulder, Barry Zito, Eric Chavez and Miguel Tejada. But it's still one of my favorite movies ever made. Pitt and Hill's performances are incredible, and it's a supremely rewatchable film.

Stream "Moneyball" on Netflix now

'Spider-Man: Homecoming' (2017)

Genre: Marvel superhero movie

What it's about: Peter Parker (Tom Holland) is just your average high school student with a complicated high school crush. Well, aside from the fact that he's secretly Spider-Man, a superhero who just helped save the world as part of the Avengers. That part isn't so typical, and it makes Peter's life almost impossible to balance.

Why you should watch it: This is probably my favorite "Spider-Man" movie. It nails its portrayal of Peter as a high school student, something previous versions of Spider-Man largely missed or avoided. Michael Keaton's Vulture is also an incredibly underrated villain.

Stream "Spider-Man: Homecoming" on Netflix now

Everything coming to Netflix on July 1

Here's the full list of all 37 movies and shows that arrived on Netflix to start this month:

• "A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood"
• "A Dog's Journey"
• "A Dog's Purpose"
• "A League of Their Own"
• "Ali"
• "Apollo 13"
• "Baby Mama"
• "The Beguiled"
• "Born on the Fourth of July"
• "The Boss Baby"
• "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory"
• "Donnie Brasco"
• "Enola Holmes 3"
• "Fargo"
• "Gone Girl"
• "Hellboy"
• "Heroes" seasons 1-4
• "High Fidelity"
• "Krampus"
• "Moneyball"
• "Nomadland"
• "Queen & Slim"
• "Rebirth of Mothra"
• "Rebirth of Mothra II"
• "Rebirth of Mothra III"
• "Ride Along"
• "Ride Along 2"
• "Sex Tape"
• "Spider-Man: Homecoming"
• "Summer '36"
• "Talk to Me"
• "U-571"
• "The Vow"
• "White Chicks"
• "The Witch"
• "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory"
• "Worst Neighbor Ever"

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Missed that critically acclaimed blockbuster in theaters? If you're a cinephile as I am, your goal is to see every movie when it comes out in theaters. But if you're a parent like me, you know that sometimes it's just not possible to do that. Heck, I literally watch movies for my job, and even I can't catch every movie when it comes out.

That's why we're here. At Tom's Guide, our staff watches hundreds of movies each year so that we can provide you with expert opinions on many of the new movies coming to streaming services. Below, you'll find our takes on some of the biggest theatrical releases coming to streaming this month, as well as the full calendar for July 2026.

Top movies to stream this July

'The Choral' (Netflix)

Genre: British historical drama movie

What's it about? In the (fictional) Yorkshire town of Ramsden, two things dominate the citizenry. First, there's the war (specifically World War I), but for those not yet shipped off to the front, there's the town's choral society. To run its latest performance, the society has hired Dr. Henry Guthrie (Ralph Fiennes), a homosexual man and lover of all things (and seemingly one man) German, in a time when that's a dangerous combination.

Why you need to watch it: In my review of "The Choral," I declared Fiennes' portrayal of Guthrie to be almost routinely impressive. The British actor never misses, and this movie is no exception. Unfortunately, the movie surrounding that performance is merely a surface-level coming-of-age story that's almost equally unimpressive.

Stream "The Choral" on Netflix starting July 2

'Ready or Not 2' (Hulu)

Genre: Comedy horror movie

What's it about? In "Ready or Not 2," a cabal of Satan-worshipping families, with a high council led by the Danforth clan (Sarah Michelle Gellar and Shawn Hatosy), continues to hunt down a young woman named Grace (Samara Weaving). Her only crime was nearly marrying into one of the families, but now she's part of a game of ritual sacrifice, with intricate rules enforced by a lawyer (Elijah Wood). Unfortunately for Grace, her estranged sister, Faith (Kathryn Newton), is now also caught up in the whole sordid affair.

Why you need to watch it: In her review of "Ready or Not 2," Senior Streaming Writer Alix Blackburn declared it "a thrilling and entertaining sequel." I watched both "Ready or Not" movies in the same day and also found it a good time, even if Alix and I both agree the first of the two movies is better.

Stream "Ready or Not 2" on Hulu starting July 2

'Project Hail Mary' (Prime Video)

Genre: Science fiction movie

What's it about? "Project Hail Mary" stars Ryan Gosling as Grace, a school teacher who awakes to find himself in space, where he meets the alien, Rocky (James Ortiz). Together, they try to solve why an alien dubbed "Astrophage" is killing nearly every sun in the galaxy, while Grace starts to remember who he is and how he ended up as part of Project Hail Mary.

Why you need to watch it: In my review of "Project Hail Mary," I crowned it the best movie of 2026. It held onto that crown until just last week, when it was finally beaten out by "The Invite." It's an incredible display of technical filmmaking skill, anchored by Oscar-worthy performances from Gosling and Ortiz, who is both the puppeteer for the alien Rocky and the voice.

Stream "Project Hail Mary" on Prime Video starting July 3

'Backrooms' (PVOD)

Genre: Sci-fi horror movie

What's it about? Clark (Chiwetel Ejiofor) is a furniture store owner fallen on hard times. But his life changes forever when he discovers a portal to an endless liminal space hidden in the basement of his store. When he doesn't return, his therapist, Mary (Renate Reinsve), goes in after him to try to bring him back.

Why you need to watch it: In my "Backrooms" review, I dubbed it a combination of horror masterpieces "The Blair Witch Project and "The Cabin in the Woods." The performances are excellent, and some scenes leave you breathless. The ending falls flat, but the first two acts are enough to make it an incredible movie nonetheless.

Buy or rent "Backrooms" from Amazon [PVOD] starting July 7

'Cold Storage' (MGM+)

Genre: Sci-fi horror comedy movie

What's it about? "Cold Storage" features Georgina Campbell as Naomi Williams and Joe Keery as Travis "Teacake" Meacham, a pair of night guards at a storage facility in Kansas. Little do they know, the facility is built on an abandoned government facility hosting a deadly fungus, and the government sends in Robert Quinn (Liam Neeson) to investigate when there's a sudden breach.

Why you need to watch it: In her review of "Cold Storage," Senior Streaming Writer Alix Blackburn declared it "messy, outrageous and thrilling." It's not a flawless film, but it's an undeniably good time as Campbell, Keery and Neeson try to contain the deadly fungus latent in this abandoned cold storage facility.

Stream "Cold Storage" on MGM+ starting July 15

'The Devil Wears Prada 2' (Hulu)

Genre: Comedy drama movie

What's it about? Set two decades after the events of "The Devil Wears Prada," this sequel returns our focus to Andy Sachs (Anne Hathaway), who has just returned to Runway after being laid off from her old job. In her new position, she tries to help editor-in-chief Miranda Priestly (Streep) navigate a new media landscape, but Miranda is less than thrilled that Andy is back.

Why you need to watch it: In my review of "The Devil Wears Prada 2," I was effusive in my praise of the movie's writing and production values. Sure, it's essentially the same movie as the first one, but with Milan as our final destination rather than Paris. But when the original movie is a masterpiece, a reproduction is still going to look pretty good.

Stream "The Devil Wears Prada 2" on Hulu starting July 29

'A Private Life' (Netflix)

Genre: Black comedy mystery thriller

What's it about? "A Private Life" stars Jodie Foster as Dr. Lilian Steiner, an American psychiatrist living and working in Paris. She treats a wide range of patients, but becomes obsessed with the only one of them who isn't living, Paula (Virginie Efira), a striking blonde woman who has mysteriously died at the start of the film.

Why you should watch it: This movie is a "Black comedy mystery thriller." And while that seems totally made up, it's an apt description for this surprisingly trippy and funny investigation of a patient's death. The real reason to see the movie, though, is Foster's transformative performance, almost entirely in flawless French. It's so good even the French approved of it.

Stream "A Private Life" on Netflix starting July 29

'Over Your Dead Body' (AMC+)

Genre: Action comedy thriller movie

What's it about? "Over Your Dead Body" isn't actually an original script. It's an adaptation of the Norwegian action horror comedy film, "The Trip" ("I onde dager") and it stars Jason Segel as Dan, a dissatisfied director married to Lisa (Samara Weaving), a struggling actress. They go on a weekend trip to a cabin out in the wilderness, where it turns out they've both planned to kill the other.

Why you need to watch it: The synopsis above is only part of the story. While trying to take each other out, Pete (Timothy Olyphant), Todd (Keith Jardine) and Allegra (Juliette Lewis) arrive freshly escaped from a nearby prison, and it turns the entire movie on its head. In my review of "Over My Dead Body," I declared it a "must-see" and "undeniably funny."

Stream "Over Your Dead Body" on AMC+ starting July 31

Every theatrical release coming to streaming this month

Dates and titles subject to change. Theatrical releases coming to premium video-on-demand (PVOD) and streaming video-on-demand (SVOD) only; no straight-to-streaming movies are on this list.

JULY 2

• "The Choral" (Netflix)
• "Ready or Not 2" (Hulu)

JULY 3

• "Lee Cronin's The Mummy" (HBO Max)
• "Project Hail Mary" (Prime Video)
• "Protector" (MGM+)
• "Wasterman" (Mubi)

JULY 7

• "Backrooms" (Buy or rent from Amazon [PVOD])
• "The Furious" (Buy or rent from Amazon [PVOD])
• "Passenger" (Buy or rent from Amazon [PVOD])

JULY 8

• "Wardriver" (Paramount+)

JUNE 10

• "Amores Perros – 4K Restoration" (Mubi)
• "Faces of Death" (Shudder)
• "Redux Redux" (Hulu)
• "Reminders of Him" (Peacock)

JULY 13

• "Mile End Kicks" (Netflix)

JULY 14

• "Ip Man: Kung Fu Legend" (Buy or rent from Amazon [PVOD])
• "The Souffleur" (Buy or rent from Amazon [PVOD])

JULY 15

• "Cold Storage" (MGM+)

JULY 16

• "Marc by Sofia" (HBO Max)

JULY 17

• "Exit 8" (Shudder)
• "They Fight" (Hulu)

JULY 21

• "Blue Heron" (The Criterion Channel)
• "Scary Movie" (2026) (Buy or rent from Amazon [PVOD])

JULY 24

• "Chum" (AMC+)
• "Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie" (Hulu)
• "Saccharine" (Shudder)

JULY 29

• "The Devil Wears Prada 2" (Hulu)
• "A Private Life" (Netflix)

JULY 30

• "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie" (Peacock)

JULY 31

• "The Drama" (HBO Max)
• "Over Your Dead Body" (AMC+)

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Netflix is kicking off the month with one of its biggest original releases of the year, “Enola Holmes 3.” This mystery franchise has been a major hit for the streamer, offering a clever, fast-paced spin on the “Sherlock Holmes” universe. Based on the YA book series by Nancy Springer, the first two films introduced Millie Bobby Brown as Enola Holmes, a sharp and independent teenage detective and the younger sister of Sherlock, who sets out to solve mysteries on her own terms.

Streaming on Netflix in just a few hours, “Enola Holmes 3” significantly shifts gears by taking Enola out of London and across the sea. I can definitely say this sequel leans into a noticeably more mature, high-stakes and slightly darker tone than its predecessors. It opens by upending Enola’s personal life: After accepting a surprise marriage proposal from Lord Tewkesbury (Louis Partridge), her brief romantic happiness is cut short when she discovers that Sherlock (Henry Cavill) has been kidnapped.

I have no doubt “Enola Holmes 3” will dominate Netflix’s charts this week, especially since the first film was watched by around 76 million households in its first four weeks (a little fun fact). If you’re eager to delve into this new mystery, here are my honest thoughts on “Enola Holmes 3” and why it could be my favorite one yet.

‘Enola Holmes 3’ is a deadlier psychological game

Those who have seen the other “Enola Holmes” films will know that the franchise has always been charming and light-hearted. Even when there’s a murder to solve, Enola’s fourth-wall-breaking, comedic timing, and the vintage streets of London make for a delightful watch. “Enola Holmes 3,” however, opts for a slightly darker approach, despite shifting from the usually gloomy streets of London to the sunny Mediterranean island of Malta. That’s because Enola is dealing with a far more personal case when Sherlock suddenly goes missing.

The story opens on Enola and Lord Tewkesbury’s wedding day. While Tewkesbury waits nervously at the altar, Enola gets cold feet about adjusting to the traditional expectations of high-society marriage. Everything goes completely off the rails when Dr. Watson (Himesh Patel) tracks her down and reveals that Sherlock is nowhere to be found. The mystery surrounding his disappearance is handled brilliantly, revealing just enough to keep you guessing without giving too much away. It creates a real sense of suspense, forcing Enola to trust her own instincts. One particularly compelling addition sees her imagining Sherlock’s voice, giving their sibling bond even more emotional weight.

The franchise has always been visually impressive, but “Enola Holmes 3” finds fun new ways to bring its mysteries to life. Clever on-screen graphics help you follow Enola as she pieces together each clue, making the investigation feel even more immersive. At the same time, it never loses the charm that made the first two films so enjoyable. That includes some of the most impressive action scenes yet, most notably a standout rescue sequence from a burning building. The film fully embraces her physical strengths this time around, making her feel more capable than ever. But its biggest strength is how it reinforces that she doesn’t need to follow in Sherlock’s footsteps.

“Enola Holmes 3” leans into a more mature, modern definition of womanhood, showing that Enola’s real strength isn’t just her intellect, but her capacity to care. Of course, as a mystery at its core, it still delivers plenty of twists, with Enola learning just as much as the viewer as she meets new people drawn into the case. Romance fans will also be pleased to know that Enola and Tewkesbury share plenty of yearning-filled moments, including a simple scene of him plaiting her hair that had me in awe (I need more of them).

Verdict: ‘Enola Holmes 3’ is a fiercely brilliant chapter

“Enola Holmes 3” is easily my favorite film in the franchise so far. Moving the story to a sun-drenched, international setting is a great choice, and it really helps give the film a fresh visual energy. But what stands out most is the emotional side of things. It’s genuinely rewarding to spend more time inside Enola’s world and see her vulnerabilities more clearly. From her very relatable cold feet before the wedding to the fear that she might not be good enough to save her brother, it adds a lot more heart to the story.

While some of the supporting performances can feel a bit stiff or overly unserious at times (occasionally pulling you out of the more intense moments) it’s Millie Bobby Brown’s charming performance that pulls you right back in. She once again proves she’s the undeniable heart of the series.

"Enola Holmes 3" is streaming on Netflix from July 1

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As a die-hard super fan of Reese Witherspoon, it comes as no surprise that Legally Blonde is just as integral to my origin story as any other Y2K-loving millennial. If Elle Woods didn't stand up for herself as a fish-out-of-water fashion major amongst Harvard's snooty elite — and prove them damningly wrong — in the 2001 comedy, I fear my life's trajectory would be so vastly different.

From first watch to millionth viewing, I have continued to love the Legally Blonde Universe (referred to as the LBU from now on), so much so that I enjoyed the borderline-average sequel, Legally Blonde 2: Red, White and Blonde, and fell head over heels for the musical adaptation. In a similar vein to the Mean Girls Universe (MGU) — which has followed a parallel path as a coming-of-age movie and is considered now as a 2000s period piece, there has been an ignored sequel, a treasured musical turned 2024 film remake and an obsession with pink, plaid and plastic surgery — the LBU was ready for a revamp.

So when the announcement came that Amazon MGM Studios was invested in telling Elle's prequel story, I was pretty much convinced that I was going to adore everything about the series. And IMO, the LBU prequel was set for success from the get-go, starting with the flawless casting of newcomer Lexi Minetree as the younger version of the beloved lead.

But after the release of the teaser trailer last month, my higher-than-most-hopes fell a bit flat, with the synopsis somewhat similar to the movie's narrative. Instead of Boston's dull legal atmosphere, we're taken back to 1995 and facing 16-year-old Elle's current dilemma — an untimely move from sunny LA, California, to rainy Seattle, Washington. This follows an unfortunate accident (read: botched nose job) which sees Elle's plastic surgeon dad, Wyatt Woods (Tom Everett Scott), needing to lay low for a while. Along for the ride comes Elle, her fascinating and equally bubbly mother, Eva (June Diane Raphael) and the most important Woods family member — a pint-sized, yet still tough-as-nails pup, Bruiser.

Warning: spoilers ahead

Now, post-watching the entire 8-episode season, I fear my expectations weren't met, in more ways than one. But before I go on, there are some really excellent things this prequel does well, which I know after reading many a review on the series, have been glossed over.

Successfully fuelling 'Legally Blonde' nostalgia

For starters, as noted, Lexi Minetree is the perfect teenage Elle Woods. From her spritely demeanour to her immaculate 90s costuming and delivery of lines that were definitely copy/pasted from the film's script, Minetree breathes a whole new life into the titular character and does it well. Even in times of despair (a.k.a. mean girl nastiness), you can't help but champion for Elle, evoking the same rooting-for-the-hero feelings and nostalgia of the original.

Even the ensemble cast is a force to be reckoned with, despite fitting into LBU character archetypes. My standout being Donna, the school's secretary, played by Amy Pietz, acting as Elle's refuge and recreating an indirect homage to Jennifer Coolidge's Paulette. Donna is quirky, loveable and all-around the best, supportive figure to the students, and it's unfortunate she falls under an injustice as the series treks on. Also, I'll firmly sit on team Madison-deserves-better (played by Jessica Belkin), Elle's LA bestie who offers her sage advice and pushes the story along in times of need, despite a yucky, less-than-an-episode-spanning fallout.

Further, I could go on and on about how much I enjoyed the dynamics and transformations of Elle's parents, who are largely absent in other forms of the LBU. I particularly enjoyed June Diane Raphael's Eva, who does a complete 180 throughout the show and owns up to her part in Elle's ongoing kerfuffle. I also liked the setting of 90s Seattle being flannel shirts, stripes and grunge music, and the period-accurate drabness of it all, unless you were looking at Elle's wardrobe of mostly hot pinks, flowers and sparkles.

But that's where I need to draw the line.

Shaping Elle as the sparkly-pink outsider

For all the positives, come a steady stack of negatives that need addressing, starting with the biggest elephant in the room — Elle being the outsider. As a tried and true fan of the movie, the prequel series contradicts a lot of the film's plot — and in some instances, entirely refilms established sequences in different settings. The only instance where this revisit (or nostalgic nod) truly works is in the first two minutes of the show, where we see a similar recreation of the film's title sequence play out, but instead of delivering the bedazzled pink card to her sorority dorm room, it's left on a table of gifts at Elle's Sweet 16th.

Within the first two episodes, we see a handful of similar scenes from the film. There’s Elle showing up to a 'pool party' in a bikini, a crying moment like the Warner-breakup scene when her parents tell her she's moving, and her telling Bruiser they were in this together. That last one felt fine at first before it clicked in my head that she told him the exact same line before they moved into the Harvard dorms. There's also a lot of talk about her being a Gemini in the series, much like in the film — and as a girl obsessed with her birth chart, I found some fun in it, until it became a weird plot point to make her bond with her mother over past mistakes. (Spoiler alert: she's not a Gemini!).

These are tiny gripes in the grand scheme of things, but it just felt like Elle Woods wasn't this outsider in pink heels who rises above it all, as she's depicted in the movie. Instead, we find ourselves at another instance in Elle's life where she is a fish-out-of-water, and therefore makes us (the audience) feel like the film doesn't hold as much weight as it used to. Elle is supposed to be the heroine that doesn't let the challenge overcome her — and she is — but, it's kinda odd to think that she's had multiple obstacles she's needed to overcome.

Sure, you could go back and quote her Harvard video essay, where she had to choose between 2ply and 3ply toilet paper for Delta Nu, but that was the whole point of the film — going to law school was (and is) supposed to be hard.

What was equally as frustrating was the subplot in the series where Elle and her friends uncover a money-theft scam within the school. The plot itself is addressed throughout the series before the big unveiling in the seventh episode, but it's not really the driver of the show.

Coupled with a not-so-needed line from Donna asking if Elle wants to become a lawyer at the end, it just felt forced to have this big Elle Woods-style deposition, especially since at this point in time, she doesn't want to be a lawyer — she wants to be a 'Cosmo Girl'. Cue another subplot where Elle's trying to win an internship for Cosmopolitan magazine and use it to go back to LA. There's a Breakfast Club-esque episode, too, which was kinda fun and a nice reprieve back into the investigation subplot.

But even then, both of those plot points collide and are ultimately a cause for chaos, as the Seattle friends learn of her desire to go back to LA in her Cosmo essay, after crushing the exposé and helping save the school from further disarray.

Overall, while there was a lot to like about the LBU prequel series, especially Lexi Minetree, it's not what I had expected of the series. After watching the entire first season, I had hoped it would resemble much of the latter episodes, where Elle is totally fearless and is making big fashion-forward decisions in a pink power suit. I would have loved to have seen more of that strong, stylish and straightforward confidence that made Elle, well, Elle Woods in the movie, not-so-much the outsider that she's now styled to be in the series.

Stream the entire first season of Elle on Prime Video on July 1.

"Minions and Monsters" is not only a contender for best animated movie of the summer, but it's inarguably one of the biggest summer movies to watch this year. But it's not the only contender; "Toy Story 5" came out a few weeks ago, and it laid down the gauntlet both critically and commercially. I rated it four stars in my "Toy Story 5" review, praising it for its fresh story.

Here's the thing, though: I'm not sure "Minions and Monsters" cares.

Don't get me wrong, I'm sure that the people over at Illumination and Universal want this animated movie about the golden age of Hollywood to make enough money to fill a studio lot. But it's clear, watching the follow-up to "Despicable Me" and "Minions," that this movie isn't concerned about plumbing the emotional depths of its characters the way Pixar tries to. Instead, "Minions and Monsters" just wants to be funny. It wants you to laugh, it wants your kids to laugh and it doesn't want you to stop laughing. And on that front, the movie undeniably succeeds.

'Minions and Monsters' is here for a good time, not a long time

"Minions and Monsters" is a story told almost entirely in flashback, at least at first glance. In a tale narrated by a tour guide, Olivia (Alison Janney), she recounts how the minions traveled from villain to villain looking for work.

They weren't particularly successful, in no small part due to the incompetence of two Minions, James and Harry. James wants to make stories, and Harry wants to hang out with James. It leads to some hilarious mishaps until, finally, the Minions end up in 1920s Hollywood and start making movies with a desperate director named Max (Christopher Waltz).

Unsurprisingly, this, too, ends in uproarious disaster. But it shows James that he can tell stories through filmmaking, and so he decides to make his own monster movie ... by summoning a monster.

From here, hilarity ensues. I could get into more of the finer workings of the plot, but the plot is frankly irrelevant.

That's not to say it's bad! It's not. But it's irrelevant. The entire purpose of this movie is to deliver physical comedy and animated stuntwork on par with a Buster Keaton movie, peppered with somewhat intelligible Minionese. You're simply supposed to laugh the entire time, whether you're a kid laughing at the way the Minions say things or an adult laughing at an ancient Lego brick entering the rear orifice of a giant cyclops or the fact that the writers named the lead Minion, Dick, because ... well, he's kind of a ...

You know what? I'll let you fill in the rest.

Verdict: You'll definitely want to take your kids to 'Minions and Monsters'

If you're an adult, I can't in good conscience recommend you go see this movie solo. If that's your thing, all the power to you. But unlike something like "Toy Story 5" or even "Hoppers," there's not really much substance behind the stylish gags and laughs.

But if you're looking to take a child, niece, nephew, cousin, etc., to a movie this summer, I cannot recommend this movie enough. Not because it's a masterpiece, because it's not. But because it's 90 minutes of animated fun that's guaranteed to make the young ones laugh and unlikely to scare them. And lucky for you, you're almost certain to laugh along with them.

"Minions and Monsters" is in theaters now

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