After a spectacular June that kicked off the summer with the return of “House of the Dragon” and the nostalgia of “Toy Story”, the bar continues to rise.
While A24 premieres a must-see satirical thriller starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson on streaming platforms, Lionsgate brings us a dystopian competition based on a Stephen King story, and Disney is betting on the live-action version of Moana.
On the small screen, the TV landscape is undergoing a renewal: the world of “The Big Bang Theory” is expanding with an unexpected spin-off centered on Stuart Bloom, Prime Video takes us back to the ’90s with the teen prequel to “Legally Blonde”, and hit series like “Silo” and “X-Men ’97” are making a comeback.
Movies: Theatrical Releases & Streaming Debuts
July’s film lineup is split between large-scale spectacles and sharp psychological narratives. The month is marked by the return of one of today’s most influential directors to a monumental and secretive scale, the transition of a Disney classic to live-action, and the streaming debut of a satirical thriller from A24.
Major Theatrical Releases
Minions & Monsters (july 1) marks the return of Illumination’s most successful franchise to kick off July in a big way. Directed by veteran Pierre Coffin, the film focuses on the iconic horde of yellow creatures who, this time, attempt to create their own monster movie in the midst of Old Hollywood’s golden age. With a screenplay by Brian Lynch, the voice cast features Coffin himself, alongside Trey Parker and Allison Janney. The promise of chaotic humor and cinematic nostalgia makes this production the ideal candidate to emerge as the month’s biggest family hit. Watch the trailer HERE
Spider-Man: Brand New Day (july 31), produced by Marvel Studios in partnership with Sony Pictures, the film marks Tom Holland’s return as Peter Parker. Following the devastating events that reshaped the hero’s path, this sequel explores a more down-to-earth, fresh start set on the streets of New York, promising new emotional dilemmas for Spider-Man. Watch the trailer HERE
Streaming Debuts
The Drama (july 31) brings the prestigious production company A24 directly to Max screens with a satirical thriller starring the star duo Zendaya and Robert Pattinson. Under the keen eye of Norwegian director Kristoffer Borgli (who recently directed “Dream Scenario”), the story dissects the unexpected and dramatic revelations that threaten to destroy the harmony and sanity of a perfect couple on the eve of their dream wedding. The unique blend of black comedy, social unease, and paranoia promises to make this release the talk of the digital world. Watch the trailer HERE
The Long Walk (july 10) stands out as one of the major digital highlights of the year in Max’s catalog, a Lionsgate production. Based on Stephen King’s acclaimed and suspenseful novel (written under the pseudonym Richard Bachman), the film is directed by the experienced filmmaker Francis Lawrence (known for his work on The Hunger Games franchise). The story follows a group of young people in a dystopian future, forced to participate in a ruthless competition where they must keep walking or face immediate execution. The strong focus on psychological suspense and human despair promises to captivate audiences from start to finish. Watch the trailer HERE
TV Shows: New Premieres & Returning Favorites
July’s TV lineup is marked by comebacks and a wave of surprising new shows. Marvel’s mutants and top-tier sci-fi are back with new seasons on Disney+ and Apple TV+, while brand-new premieres on Prime Video and Max, including a nostalgic prequel and a highly anticipated comedy spin-offround out a must-see month for fans of couch marathons.
New Series
Stuart Fails to Save the Universe (july 23) expands the universe of the iconic *The Big Bang Theory* through an unexpected sitcom spin-off on Max Originals. Consisting of 10 episodes airing weekly, the new comedy focuses on the hilarious, chaotic, and hapless daily life of Stuart Bloom (played by Kevin Sussman) as he runs his iconic comic book store. To ensure moments of pure nostalgia and laughter, the main cast also features big names in the genre, such as Lauren Lapkus, Brian Posehn, and John Ross Bowie. Watch the trailer HERE
Elle (july 1) It arrives on Prime Video as one of the season’s biggest TV hits, positioning itself as a series in the vein of the classic *Legally Blonde*. The story takes us back to the teenage years of the iconic Elle Woods in high school, in 1995. Throughout the episodes, we follow her school life, her friendships, her first romances, and the bold fashion choices that shaped the magnetic and charismatic personality of the lawyer the world has come to love. Watch the trailer HERE
The Man Will Burn (july 9 ) is the new original documentary miniseries from HBO and Max for fans of true stories. Divided into four episodes, the series draws on rare footage and exclusive interviews to explore the fascinating and tumultuous historical evolution of the Burning Man festival. The main focus traces its radical transformation: from a purely countercultural, free, and anarchic gathering in the desert to a global corporate spectacle and a must-attend event for Silicon Valley’s tech elites and international celebrities. Watch the trailer HERE
Ride or Die (july 15), on Prime Video, it brings together two award-winning actresses in a thrilling dark action comedy. The story follows best friends Debbie, played by Octavia Spencer, and Judith, played by Hannah Waddingham, who thought they knew everything about each other. Everything changes dramatically when Debbie discovers that her inseparable and seemingly quiet friend is, in fact, a professional assassin with international contracts, throwing both of their lives into a hilarious spiral of danger, crime, and complicity. Watch the trailer HERE
Can’t-Miss Returns
X-Men ’97 (july 1) returns immediately to Disney+ following the resounding success of its first season. The acclaimed sequel to the legendary 1990s animated series promises, in this new season, to delve deeper into complex ideological dilemmas among the surviving mutants led by Cyclops, while introducing new threats of cosmic proportions that will put the fate of humanity at risk. Watch the trailer HERE
Enola Holmes 3 (july 1) marks the highly anticipated return to Netflix of the charismatic young detective played by Millie Bonnie Bongiovi, professionally known as Millie Bobby Brown. This time, Enola faces her most dangerous case yet, as she must unravel a political conspiracy in the heart of London involving the underworld of industrial espionage. The film once again features Henry Cavill as her famous older brother, Sherlock Holmes, and Helena Bonham Carter as the duo’s enigmatic mother. With its usual frenetic pace, fourth-wall breaks, and plenty of humor, this sequel is poised to cement the franchise as one of the platform’s biggest original hits. Watch the trailer HERE
Silo (july 3), Apple TV+’s most acclaimed science fiction drama is returning soon for its third and pivotal season. Juliette, played by Rebecca Ferguson, remains steadfastly determined to unravel the terrifying and claustrophobic structural lies that sustain life inside the underground silo, while mounting political tensions and uprisings among the lower classes threaten to shatter what remains of the fragile social order once and for all. Watch the trailer HERE
Voicemails for Isabelle recently arrived on Netflix and has already become one of the most talked-about and moving phenomena on the streaming platform. Leah McKendrick’s film, which balances the lightheartedness of a romantic comedy with the weight of real grief, follows the story of Jill (Zoey Deutch) as she leaves daily voicemails on her late sister’s phone number. If you haven’t grabbed your tissues yet for this emotional marathon, now is the perfect time to discover how reassigning a cell phone number can create a unique and touching connection between two strangers. Watch the trailer HERE
House of the Dragon (third season) continues to air new episodes every Sunday on HBO and Max, elevating the devastating and bloody Targaryen civil war to epic proportions. The struggle for the throne continues to set the tone for early-week conversations, with every battle and act of betrayal reshaping the fate of Westeros. If you want to avoid the usual spoilers that flood social media on Sunday nights, now is the perfect time to join the weekly countdown to the season finale. Watch the trailer HERE
