7 new movies and TV shows to stream this weekend (April 19) on Netflix, Prime Video, Max and more
It’s been a busy few months for great new movies and TV shows to stream, so the lack of headline-grabbing titles in this week’s slate of arrivals could be a blessing in disguise (at least for those of us whose watchlists are now are frighteningly high). long).
That’s not to say there isn’t anything new worth watching in the coming days. The biggest addition Rebel moon part 2: The Scargivermakes its debut on Netflix, while a new true crime drama Under the bridge begins streaming on Hulu in the US. Elsewhere, family-friendly film Migration comes to Pauw.
Below, we’ve rounded up the seven biggest new movies and TV shows you can stream this weekend on Netflix, Prime Video, Max, and more.
Rebel Moon Part 2: The Scargiver (Netflix)
Suffice to say, Zack Snyder is the first Rebel Moon movie didn’t pull any trees when it debuted on Netflix last December, but that hasn’t slowed the speedy arrival of its equally expensive sequel, Rebel Moon Part 2: The Scargiver.
The second (though perhaps not final) installment in Snyder’s new sci-fi franchise revolves around Veldt’s last stand against the dictatorial Motherworld, which crushes all planets and civilizations that rise up against the authoritarian regime. Much of the cast from the original film – Sofia Boutella, Ed Skrein, Djimon Hounsou and so on – returns for more space-faring action.
Unfortunately, critics are still not enthusiastic about Snyder’s bombastic science fiction style, but… Rebel moon part 2 has at least been described as “less problematic than the first.” However, existing Snyder fans will undoubtedly find plenty to enjoy here.
Now available to stream on Netflix.
Under the Bridge (Hulu)
Fresh off her Oscar-nominated role in Martin Scorsese Killers of the Flower MoonLily Gladstone returns to action this weekend in Hulu’s new true crime drama Under the bridge.
This eight-episode adaptation of Rebecca Godfrey’s true crime novel of the same name follows a detective’s investigation into the murder of Reena Virk (Vritika Gupta), a fourteen-year-old girl who went to join friends at a party and never returned home. Riley Keough stars as Godfrey himself, while Gladstone leads the cast as Detective Bentland.
The first two episodes of Under the bridge – which critics have described as “noble but clumsy” – are now available on Hulu in the US. Presumably, the series will later debut on Disney Plus in the UK and other countries.
Now available to stream on Hulu in the US.
Migration (Peacock)
If you’re up for a family-friendly adventure this weekend, look no further than Illumination’s Migrationwhich is now streaming on Peacock.
This amazing animated film is about a family of ducks who decide to leave the safety of New England for an adventurous trip to Jamaica. Awkwafina, Kumail Nanjiani, Elizabeth Banks and Danny DeVito are among the film’s impressive voice cast.
By the way, the script is for Migration comes from The White Lotus creator Mike White, but rest assured: this colorful tale of wild ducks on the move contains less introspection and more kid-friendly jokes.
Now available to stream on Peacock.
Freud’s Last Session (Netflix)
Freud’s last session debuted in theaters late last year, but this Anthony Hopkins-starring film is finally streaming on Netflix in the US this weekend (UK viewers will have to wait a little longer).
In this chatty two-hander, Hopkins and Matthew Goode play the roles of Sigmund Freud and The Chronicles of Narnia author C.S. Lewis, and focuses on the latter’s visit to Freud’s home in early September 1939. In the shadow of World War II, the pair engage in a discussion about their beliefs in the future of humanity and the existence of humanity. God.
Given that Freud’s last session was originally a stage play, it’s no surprise that this new Netflix film has been described by critics as “talky and stagey”, but fans of Freud or Lewis will certainly find plenty of dialogue-based drama to enjoy here.
Streaming on Netflix in the US from Saturday.
The Spiderwick Chronicles (Roku)
Originally ordered by Disney Plus, then canceled upon completion of production, The Spiderwick Chronicles starts streaming (for free, no less) on Roku this weekend.
This eight-episode adaptation of the popular children’s book series by Tony DiTerlizzi and Holly Black – which was already adapted into a 2008 feature film – follows the misadventures of the Grace children, who move from New York to their ancestors’ home to discover that magical creatures are real.
Christian Slater and Joy Bryant lead the cast of Roku’s (or should that be Disney’s?) The Spiderwick Chronicleswhich has received lukewarm reviews from critics thus far.
Now available to stream on Roku.
The Jinx part two (Max, Sky)
The first of this week’s two documentary choices is The Jinx part twowhich comes to Max in the US and Sky in the UK this weekend.
This six-part sequel to the award-winning 2015 HBO miniseries chronicles the last eight years in the life of convicted murderer Robert Durst, who was accused of heinous crimes until his death in 2022.
The first episode of The Jinx part two – which could be one of the best Max shows of the year – debuts on Max in the US this Sunday, and on Sky in the UK on Monday, with the remaining five episodes of the series dropping weekly.
Available to stream on Max in the US from Sunday.
Hip Hop World (Prime Video)
This is a small niche, but hip-hop fans can enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at modern music production Hip-hop world this weekend on Prime Video.
This one-off special follows today’s biggest hip-hop artists – think DJ Khaled and Lola Brooke – as they find musical inspiration in cities around the world. Renowned music photographer (and big rap fan) Lenny S. is host.
Now available to stream on Prime Video.
For more streaming coverage, check out our guides to the best Disney Plus movies, the best Netflix movies, new Prime Video movies, and new Max movies.