From the horror sequel The black phone 2 to science fiction thriller The astronaut, there’s a jam-packed lineup of new movies coming out this weekend. But if you’re not heading to the local cinema to catch a screening, then you’re in for a treat at home because there are plenty of new TV shows to choose from.
Alongside the return of fan-favorite series like Netflix’s political thriller The diplomat and the fiery CBS drama series Land of Fire, there’s a real mix of shows debuting on the world’s best streaming services that are sure to keep you busy, including two true crime dramas, a video game adaptation, and a documentary series about one of Hollywood’s biggest names. Browse below and let us know in the comments what ends up on your watchlist. – Amelia Schwanke, Entertainment Editor
The Diplomat season 3 (Netflix)
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Do Keri Russell and Alison Janney shine more in Netflix’s best political thriller? Then continue. The diplomat season 3 returns after the death of President Rayburn (Michael McKean), meaning Vice President Grace Penn (Janney) has no choice but to take over.
As for Kate Wyler (Russell), her professional life has become much more complicated. Penn’s shift in political power means she’s struggling to ascend to a new presidency alongside the fallout from the HMS Courageous attack, creating something of a “living nightmare,” as showrunner Debora Cahn told the streamer.
Drama is known for leaving us on the best cliffhangers and with a burning desire to know even more, and season 3 will be no exception. Our plot remains as compelling and complex as ever (maybe upping the ante, if you ask me) and Russell’s performance is head and shoulders above the rest. It’s all one West wing a fans dream, truly. – Jasmine Valentine, entertainment journalist
Murdaugh: Death in the Family (Hulu/Disney+)
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Patricia Arquette is no stranger to the true crime genre. She amazed me in her role as Dee Dee Blanchard in The lawalso available on Hulu, and now she’s back for another spooky story.
Here, Arquette plays Maggie Murdaugh, the wife of a prominent attorney. This series follows the rise and fall of South Carolina’s Murdaugh dynasty, as the couple’s son, Paul, is involved in a fatal boating accident, presenting them with a test unlike any they have ever faced.
The first three episodes are on Hulu and Disney+ this weekend, with weekly releases thereafter. So if you want a good binge watch this weekend, watch the first episodes now. – Lucy Buglas, senior entertainment editor
Fire Country season 4 (Paramount+)
RIP, Vince Leone (Billy Burke)…we knew him well. Station 42 was plunged into management turmoil at the start of Land of Fire season 4 for this very reason, leaving Bode (Max Thieriot) struggling once again to define who he is as a firefighter.
Personally, I think we can also extend this to who he is as an individual. Season 3 was a trying time for Bode, navigating the immediate aftermath of his father’s death, while also seeing his credibility questioned on the force.
I’d like to say that things get more cheerful in the new episodes, but don’t hold your breath. However, we have a new leader on the field in the form of Brett Richards (Shawn Hatosy), and that will definitely wreak havoc. – Joint venture
Splinter Cell: Deathwatch (Netflix)
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I had a great time playing Ubisoft Cell burst series over the years and sometimes I really miss my PlayStation 2 because of it. We haven’t had a game since 2013, but don’t worry, the Netflix series is well worth your time.
If, like me, you’re yearning for more Sam Fisher, then check it out Cell burst: Death Watch this weekend. Liev Schreiber succeeds Michael Ironside in the lead role and is no less brilliant.
Don’t just listen to me either, it has a Rotten Tomatoes score of 88% and fans have also praised it on social media. All eight episodes are available to stream now. – kg
Mr. Scorsese (Apple TV)
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It’s almost impossible to pick a single best Martin Scorsese film, and I say this as a huge fan of the filmmaker’s work, so if you’re like me, you’ll want to tune in to this new five-part documentary series to get a rare behind-the-scenes look at the director’s life.
The Apple TV Original is comprised of interviews with Scorsese himself and his closest companions, including family, friends and creative collaborators, such as Robert De Niro, Daniel Day-Lewis, Leonardo DiCaprio and Mick Jagger. These are interspersed with footage from the filmmaker’s private archives, giving fans an intimate glimpse into the man behind the camera.
Taking us back to his film student days in New York, the series chronologically explores Scorsese’s filmography while reflecting on the influences that shaped him creatively. My plans for the weekend are settled. – AS
Culpa Nuestra / Our fault (First video)
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Even through the way Prime Video has chosen to market Our faultI can tell they expect it to get big. The Spanish-language drama follows Noah (Nicole Wallace) and his half-brother Nick (Gabriel Guevara) in the wake of their breakup (yes, I typed correctly).
Their parents’ marriage forces them to confront their bond and wonder if their passion for each other can survive in their new lives. Surprisingly, this is the third film in the series, which, unsurprisingly, began with My fault And Your fault.
As the title suggests, the mess the two men have found themselves in is most definitely a shared burden, and frankly, I don’t know how they can make things right. The central conflict is intense enough to make you put family logistics aside, and there’s no denying that these two have incredible chemistry.. – Joint venture
John Wayne Gacy: Devil in Disguise (Peacock)
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Peacock limited series Devil in disguise follows in Netflix’s footsteps Monster anthology, starting with John Wayne Gacy. Season 2 is already set to focus on Richard Ramirez, aka “The Night Stalker,” according to Variety, so we should expect more grisly stories to come.
In this season, Breakup Star Michael Chernus plays serial killer John Wayne Gacy, also known as “The Killer Clown.” Gacy was convicted of 33 counts of murder and a number of other grisly crimes, and this series dramatizes what happened.
According to a press release, the eight-episode drama “reframes the narrative through the people forever affected by his crimes: the victims, their families, and the detectives who refused to stop digging.” -KG
