As another weekend approaches, a fresh batch of streaming recommendations awaits, ready to accompany you from Friday movie night to a leisurely Sunday afternoon on the sofa. If a Barbenheimer double bill isn’t in your plans, and you’d rather enjoy some popcorn at home, you have the option to pick between two exciting choices on Netflix. There’s the new sci-fi comedy, “They Cloned Tyrone,” featuring John Boyega, or the captivating deep-sea diving documentary, “The Deepest Breath.”
In the UK, Sky Cinema now offers “Babylon,” starring Margot Robbie, for those looking to indulge in some cinematic entertainment.
For TV enthusiasts, there’s the spy thriller “Special Ops: Lioness,” brought to you by the creator of Yellowstone, available on Paramount Plus. Alternatively, Prime Video offers the gripping tennis drama “Fifteen-Love.” In the UK, Disney Plus has finally released Season 2 of “The Bear” after its debut in the US last month, and you can catch Timothy Olyphant in the exciting new Justified spin-off, “City Primeval,” streaming on Hulu.
They Cloned Tyrone
John Boyega, Teyonah Parris, and Jamie Foxx team up in “They Cloned Tyrone,” a fresh sci-fi comedy available on Netflix. The movie is penned by Juel Taylor, known for writing Creed 2. This unlikely trio finds themselves entangled in a chain of unsettling incidents, leading them to uncover a mysterious government conspiracy. Paying tribute to the Blaxploitation films of the 1970s, the movie skillfully blends satire, horror, and absurdist humor, all while exploring the intriguing concept of clones.
Fifteen-Love
Already feeling a void in your heart after Wimbledon? Prime Video has the perfect tennis fix, although this time, it’s a fictional tale. Ella Lily Hyland takes the lead as Justine, a former tennis prodigy who comes forward with startling accusations against her former coach, portrayed by Aidan Turner. Created by Hania Elkington, known for The Essex Serpent, you can delve deeper into the show by checking out our interview with Turner and the rest of the cast.
Special Ops: Lioness
Taylor Sheridan, the mastermind behind Yellowstone and its diverse spin-offs, brings a fresh offering to Paramount Plus – “Special Ops: Lioness.” This gripping spy thriller features Zoe Saldaña in the lead role of Joe, a marine assigned with the mission of befriending the daughter of a suspected terrorist under the close surveillance of the CIA. The star-studded cast also includes Nicole Kidman, Morgan Freeman, and LaMonica Garrett. Be sure to catch new episodes every Sunday.
The Deepest Breath
The latest Netflix documentary, “The Deepest Breath,” chronicles the journey of freediver Alessia Zecchini and safety diver Stephen Keenan as they embark on a daring quest to shatter a world record in the vast ocean depths. Directed by Laura McGann, known for her previous documentary about female roller derby skaters in Ireland, the film made its debut at this year’s Sundance Film Festival.
Justified: City Primeval
Raylan Givens returns in this exciting spin-off. Drawing inspiration from Elmore Leonard’s novel “City Primeval: High Noon in Detroit,” the series follows Givens’ life in Miami, eight years after his departure from Kentucky. Juggling his responsibilities as a US Marshal and a father, a serendipitous encounter leads him to Detroit, where he comes face to face with a dangerous and elusive criminal known as the Oklahoma Wildman. Catch the latest episodes every Tuesday.
The Bear season 2
Following its release in the US last month, The Bear Season 2 has now made its way to the UK. Jeremy Allen White reprises his role as the harried chef, Carmy, who harbors ambitious dreams of transforming his late brother’s struggling Chicago restaurant into something extraordinary. As Season 2 commences, the renovations are in full swing, but naturally, not everything goes according to plan. For further insights into the new season, don’t miss our interview with Lionel Boyce, who portrays the pastry chef, Marcus.
Babylon
“Babylon” marks the latest cinematic masterpiece from Damien Chazelle, the Oscar-winning director acclaimed for “La La Land” and “Whiplash.” This dazzling film serves as a grand homage to Hollywood during the roaring ’20s, as the industry underwent a transformative shift from silent films to the era of ‘talkies.’ Margot Robbie and Diego Calva take center stage as aspiring actors Nellie and Manny, while the star-studded ensemble cast includes Brad Pitt, Jean Smart, Olivia Wilde, Tobey Maguire, Katherine Waterston, and Samara Weaving.
If none of the options here pique your interest, you might consider exploring the extensive back catalog of each streaming service, which can be a formidable undertaking given the vast number of titles they offer. But fear not! If you’re a TV enthusiast, we’ve got you covered with our curated lists of the top Netflix shows, finest Disney Plus shows, and premier Amazon Prime Video shows.