We’re in mid-July and while there’s not a ton of new offerings in theaters, we have several great options for streaming. From aHarley Quinnspinoff andCobra Kai’s return toThe BoysSeason 4 finale and anAnthony Hopkins-led drama, there’s tons of incredible television to enjoy.
With that said, make no mistake,Glen PowellandDaisy Edgar-Jonesstar in a new film that isa must-watch on the big screen. Here are the seven things you need to watch this weekend.
‘Twisters’
Where To Watch: In Theaters
‘Twisters’ Review: Glen Powell Sequel Captures the Charm and Terror of the Original
Let’s ride!
Haunted by a devastating encounter with a tornado, Kate Cooper (Daisy Edgar-Jones) gets lured back to the open plains by her friend, Javi (Anthony Ramos), to test a groundbreaking new tracking system. She soon crosses paths with Tyler Owens (Glen Powell), a charming but reckless social-media superstar who thrives on posting his storm-chasing adventures. As storm season intensifies, Kate, Tyler, and their competing teams fight for their lives as multiple systems converge over central Oklahoma.
Twistersis an exhilarating time at the movies, led by an incredibly talented cast.Jeff Ewingsaid in his review:Once again, Daisy Edgar-Jones and Glen Powell prove they can anchor a thrilling tale, grounding a film that has scale and high stakes. Lee Isaac Chung’s direction is inspired and the script itself is well-paced, intelligent, and full of memorable moments, alongside a strong showcase and development of themes that connect with the original film.
An update to the 1996 film ‘Twister’, which centered on a pair of storm chasers who risk their lives in an attempt to test an experimental weather alert system.
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‘Kite Man: Hell Yeah!’ Season 1
Where To Watch: On Max
‘Kite Man: Hell Yeah!’ Review: A Worthy Spin-off to ‘Harley Quinn’ (With Some Stumbles)
Does ‘Kite Man’ do enough to justify itself? Hell yeah!
Harley Quinnbroke the mold for superhero animated shows with its adult humor and themes. It quickly became one of the more beloved animated comedies of the 2020s. Now, the series has a spinoff that follows Ivy’s old flame,Kite Man(hell yeah).
Garrett Blaneysays that the series lives up to its successor in his review:The only things a spin-off ofHarley Quinnneeds to succeed are humor and heart.Harley Quinn’s balls-to-the-wall, risk it all comedyis what initially put it on the map and captured viewers — not to mention flipping almost a century’s worth of established DC characters on their heads, playing into pop culture moments regarding its subject matter to perfection. Luckily,Kite Man: Hell Yeah!has enough of these ingredients to warrant its continuation in the same universe.
Kite Man: Hell Yeah!
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‘Cobra Kai’ Season 6, Part 1
Where To Watch: On Netflix
‘Cobra Kai’ Season 6, Part 1 Review: Like Its Namesake, the Spirit of Netflix’s Karate Comedy Never Dies
‘Cobra Kai’ is gearing up for a bittersweet conclusion with its sixth and final season.
With Cobra Kai eliminated from the Valley, our senseis and students must decide whether and how they will compete in the Sekai Taikai, the world championships of karate. Miyagi-Do and Eagle Fang have been through so much, but now they fight for the champion title as a unified front. What could possibly go wrong?
If you’ve lovedCobra Kaiuntil now,Season 6 continues the badass actionand humor we’ve come to love. While it’s still a terrific time, the wait until Part 2 leaves you scratching your head.Nate Richardexplains:There is plenty to be satisfied about in the first third of Season 6, but the way it all concludes almost feels a little too abrupt. Without delving into spoiler territory, as you’ll want to go in knowing as little as possible, Episode 5 ends in a way that makes you question why we’ll have to wait over four months to find out what’s going to happen next.
Thirty-four years after events of the 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament, a down-and-out Johnny Lawrence seeks redemption by reopening the infamous Cobra Kai dojo, reigniting his rivalry with a now successful Daniel LaRusso.
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‘Sweet Home’ Season 3
Survivors Fight For Their Future in ‘Sweet Home’ Season 3 Trailer
Season 3 premieres on July 19.
In a world where monsterization ends and a new era of humanity begins, those standing at the blurred crossroads between monsters and humans face an even greater struggle to make a difficult choice.
Sweet Homecontinues to be a sleeper hit for Netflix. WhileCobra Kaimight be more well-known,Sweet Homecan go toe-to-toe with the Karate Kid sequel series in terms of quality. If you’re looking for a new series to binge this horror series is a must-watch.
Sweet Home
Hyun, a loner high school student who lost his entire family in a terrible accident, is forced to leave his home and has to face a new reality where monsters are trying to wipe out all of humanity. Now he must fight against all odds to try and race against the clock to save what is left of the human race before it’s too late.
‘Those About to Die’ Season 1
Where To Watch: On Peacock
Anthony Hopkins Rules the Empire in New ‘Those About To Die’ Images
The Ancient Rome-set miniseries premieres on Peacock this summer.
Those About To Dieis an epic drama set in the corrupt world of spectacle-driven gladiatorial competition. It explores a side of ancient Rome never before told—the dirty business of entertaining the masses and giving the mob what they want most…blood and sport. The series introduces an ensemble of characters from all corners of the Roman Empire who collide at the explosive intersection of sports, politics, and dynasties.
Those About To Dieis not as epic as its premise might seem.Chase Hutchinsonsaid in his review: Each timeThose About to Dieprovides a supposed reversal of fate or a sudden twist, it doesn’t carry any weight. One character making a bold proclamation about someone being dead to them is delivered with such a cartoonish cadence that it only elicits a laugh. Even when a violent figure shows up and brings a dark past along, this is then undercut by some more shoddy CGI chariot races. That there are no broader ideas to speak of, let alone deeper themes, compounds all of the above.
Those About To Die
Those About to Die is an epic drama series set in the brutal world of gladiatorial combat in ancient Rome. The series explores the intersection of sports, politics, and dynasties within the corrupt spectacle-driven society of the Roman Empire. It also follows a diverse cast of characters from various corners of the empire, all converging in the Colosseum where blood and sport reign supreme.
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‘The Boys’ Season 4 Finale
Where To Watch: On Prime Video
‘The Boys’ Season 4 Finale Recap: You’re All Bloody Welcome
‘The Boys’ Season 4 ends things with a big bang.
The BoysSeason 4 races towards an epic conclusionas Homelander is on the verge of getting everything he’s ever wanted. Will the Boys be able to stop him, or is humanity about to be stuck under the rule of Supes forever? The stakes have never been higher as we head towards the final season.
Nate Richard praised the Season 4 finale, saying:Right as things weren’t looking good forThe BoysSeason 4, this finale was able to pick up the pacing, ending on a positive note overall.
The Boys is a drama series that explores the darker aspects of superhero culture, portraying a world where superheroes abuse their powers rather than use them for good. Centered around a vigilante group aiming to control these corrupt heroes, the series delves into themes of power, corruption, and accountability. The show features a complex narrative with multifaceted characters, offering an unfiltered look at the consequences of unchecked power.
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‘Love Lies Bleeding’
‘Love Lies Bleeding’ Review: Kristen Stewart and Katy O’Brian Kick Ass in Roided-Out Thriller
Rose Glass' excellent second feature is an unrelenting thriller, full of blood, sex, and popping muscles.
Lou (Kristen Stewart) is a reclusive gym manager who falls hard for Jackie (Katy O’Brian), an ambitious bodybuilder who’s heading to Las Vegas to pursue her dream. Their love soon leads to violence as they get pulled deep into the web of Lou’s criminal family.
Love Lies Bleedingis one of the year’s best if you’re looking for a movie to watch on streaming. Here’s whatRoss Bonaimehad to say about the film:Love Lies Bleedingis an exhilarating experience that will make you groan, laugh, cringe, and swoon. This is a remarkable second film from Glass, showing her tremendous ability to build tension and create an entirely unpredictable thriller that won’t be easy to forget.
Love Lies Bleeding
A romance fueled by ego, desire and the American Dream.
