Audiences have a wide variety of new movies and streaming shows to choose from this weekend, featuring major franchise expansions and new character-driven dramas. Whether visiting a cinema or staying home to binge-watch, viewers can find everything from horror to period romance.

What is playing in movie theaters?

Several high-profile films are making their theatrical debuts this weekend. Viewers can catch a new adaptation of Jane Austen’s classic Sense and Sensibility, starring Daisy Edgar-Jones. For fans of gaming, the film Street Fighter is also arriving in theaters.

Other cinematic options include:

  • Whalefall: A claustrophobic thriller starring Austin Abrams.
  • Tenzing: An Apple TV film starring Tom Hiddleston and Willem Dafoe regarding the first Everest summit.
  • Dracula: A reimagining of the Bram Stoker classic directed by Luc Besson.
  • The Death of Robin Hood: A film following Hugh Jackman as a weathered version of the legendary figure.

New streaming releases to watch

If you prefer watching from home, several major platforms are launching new content. Disney+ is releasing VisionQuest, which serves as the conclusion to a trilogy that includes WandaVision and Agatha All Along. On Netflix, the political drama The Diplomat has released its fourth season, while Hollywood Arts offers a spinoff of the sitcom Victorious.

Other notable streaming arrivals include:

  • Crystal Lake: A horror prequel series on Peacock.
  • The Lowdown: Season 2 of the popular series on FX and Hulu.
  • Tulsa King: The season 4 premiere on Paramount+.
  • Masterplan: A heist film on Prime Video.

More content for horror and drama fans

For those seeking specific genres, the weekend offers specialized viewing. Horror fans can look to the Peacock series Crystal Lake, which stars Linda Cardellini as Pamela Voorhees. Additionally, Netflix has released the South Korean film Hope, which follows a community under attack by an alien force. For those interested in music documentaries, Disney+ is offering Katseye: Wild Hearts.

FAQ

Is there a new Marvel series coming out?

Yes, VisionQuest is arriving on Disney+ to complete the trilogy following WandaVision and Agatha All Along.

Which shows are returning for new seasons?

The Diplomat is returning for season 4 on Netflix, and The Lowdown is returning for season 2 on Hulu.