Written by Kylie Mullis
If you find yourself rewatching your favorite three shows over and over again, maybe it’s time to branch out! Check out our watch list for this month to get you inspired.
Bingeworthy Drama-Comedy TV Show: Ted Lasso
The long awaited conclusion to the critically acclaimed sports drama-comedy Ted Lasso has just been released. Follow the character of Ted Lasso, an American football coach who takes on a managerial position to a European Premier League team. The show is warm, laugh-out-loud funny, beautifully written, and has a massive amount of heart in every episode.
Where to Watch: Apple TV+
Seasons: 3
Emotional and Raw Drama-Comedy TV Show: Daisy Jones & The Six
Based on a novel by Taylor Jenkins Reid, the show follows the life of rockstar Daisy Jones as she teams up with The Six on a quest for world-wide fame. After a massively successful tour, the band abruptly splits apart. Years later, the show tells the story of why and how, delving into the lives of the band members both on and off the stage. Relationships, friendships, and everything in between fall apart and are rebuilt under the pressures of fame and fortune. This is definitely a must watch!
Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video
Seasons: 1
Crazy Crime Mini-Series: Night Stalker: The Hunt for a Serial Killer
The documentary series follows the intense manhunt for serial killer Richard Ramirez and the efforts of law enforcement officials, including detectives Gil Carrillo and Frank Salerno, who were assigned to the case. It provides a detailed account of the investigation, interviews with survivors, law enforcement personnel, and journalists who covered the case. It also examines the fear and panic that gripped the community during the Night Stalker’s reign of terror. Beware, the show utilizes some real footage, so make sure to take that into account if you are interested in watching!
Where to Watch: Netflix
Episodes: 4
Quirky Comedy TV Show: Platonic
In this series a platonic pair of former best friends, Will and Sylvia (Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne), haven’t spoken a single word since Will got married. When Sylvia discovers Will is getting a divorce, the two reconnect and attempt to make amends. The duo’s friendship becomes more consuming, and after a series of hilarious, heart-wrenching, and awkward encounters, they find their lives destabilized by their repeated interactions.
Where to Watch: Apple TV+
Seasons: 1
Exciting Action-Comedy TV Show: Fubar
Fubar is a new show that follows a father and daughter who discover that they are both working undercover for the CIA. The father, played by Arnold Schwarzenegger, was on the verge of retirement but is forced back into the field for a last mission. The mission is dicey from the start and it ultimately turns into a full-blown dysfunctional family affair. The show is a good mix of romance, comedy, drama, and action, and is currently one of the top shows on Netflix!
Where to Watch: Netflix
Seasons: 1
Inspiring Documentary: Wham!
In 1982, George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley embarked on a mission as WHAM! to conquer the global stage. By June 1986, they bid farewell to their fans with a monumental performance at Wembley Stadium, having achieved precisely what they set out to do. Now, for the very first time, their extraordinary journey unfolds through their own narratives, revealing the remarkable tale of how, within a span of four years, they ascended to chart-topping glory with their unforgettable and iconic pop anthems.
Where to Watch: Netflix
Release Date: July 5th
Upcoming Movie: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
A sequel to Marvel’s original animated film Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, this movie follows the characters of Miles Morales, Gwen Stacey, Peter Parker, and a myriad of other famous Spider-Men as they travel through the Spider-Man multiverse. Upon its release, Into the Spider-Verse was one of Marvel’s highest rated films, and the sequel is set to elicit the same kind of positive response. Check out the next Spider-Man movie soon, now playing at Kinepolis! Check out the times and dates for a showing here.
Release Date: May 31st
Anything we missed on this month’s watchlist? Let us know what should be next on the list!