July 2026

JUST FOR YOU

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FRESH FROM THE THEATER

Project Hail Mary PG-13 – Based on Andy Weir's beloved sci-fi novel, this thrilling adaptation follows a lone astronaut who wakes up millions of miles from Earth with no memory — and discovers he may be humanity's last hope against an extinction-level threat. Ryan Gosling delivers a career-defining performance in this smart, emotional, and endlessly inventive space adventure. (MGM+, Now Streaming) Hoppers TV-PG – From the masterful storytellers at Pixar, Hoppers is a heartwarming animated adventure. Mabel, an animal-loving college student, learns the importance of empathy and environmental stewardship, while trying to save a local forest glade from being destroyed by the construction of a superhighway. (Disney+, Now Streaming)

ORIGINAL FILMS

Enola Holmes 3 PG-13 – The brilliant and irrepressible Enola Holmes (Sherlock's younger sister) is back for a third adventure, and this time the stakes are higher than ever. Adventure follows her to Malta where her plans to tie the knot unravel when Sherlock's disappearance plunges her into a perilous case. Watch Miss Holmes navigate Victorian London's most dangerous secrets with her signature wit, independence, and unstoppable determination. (Netflix, July 1st Premiere) The Dink PG-13 – Desperate to save a struggling country club and earn his father's respect, a washed-up tennis pro is compelled to break a sacred vow and do the unthinkable: play pickleball. Jake Johnson, Mary Steenburgen, and Aaron Chen star in this feel-good comedy that's as fun to watch as pickleball is to play. (Apple TV+, July 24th Premiere)

WHERE TO WATCH BIG EVENTS

National Geographic SHARKFEST / Discovery Channel's Shark Week – The most jaw-dropping week in television is back and bigger than ever! Shark Week kicks off July 5th across Disney+ and Hulu with National Geographic's SHARKFEST, featuring an incredible lineup of shark specials including Hammerhead Sharks Up Close with Bertie Gregory, World's Biggest Mako, Attack of the Samurai Sharks, and more. MLB Star Spangled Sunday – July 5th, Peacock – Celebrate Independence Day weekend with all 15 MLB games streaming live on Peacock, including the N.Y. Mets at Atlanta and the San Diego Padres at the L.A. Dodgers. UFC 329: McGregor vs. Holloway 2 – July 11th, Paramount+ – One of the most anticipated rematches in UFC history — Conor McGregor and Max Holloway settle the score in what promises to be an unforgettable night of championship fighting. MLB Home Run Derby 2026 – July 13th, Netflix – For the first time ever, the MLB Home Run Derby comes to Netflix! The best sluggers in baseball put their power to the test and chase home run glory live from Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. MLB All-Star Game 2026 – July 14th, FOX - The 2026 MLB All-Star Game (the 96th edition) will take place on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, home of the Phillies. This milestone event coincides with the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. FIFA World Cup final – July 19th, FOX Sports - The championship match is scheduled to be played at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

DOCUMENTARIES AND DOCUSERIES

Shipwrecked: Nightmare at Sea TV-14 – This gripping documentary plunges viewers into one of the most harrowing survival stories to hit the high seas, combining first-hand accounts with stunning visual storytelling. When disaster strikes far from shore, how far will the human spirit carry you? Brace yourself for a white-knuckle journey you won't soon forget. (Netflix, July 10th Premiere) Quarterback — Season 3 TV-MA – The Emmy-winning docuseries returns with an all-new lineup of NFL signal-callers giving fans an unprecedented all-access look at life behind the helmet. This season follows Jayden Daniels (Washington Commanders), Baker Mayfield (Tampa Bay Buccaneers), Cam Ward (Tennessee Titans), and Joe Flacco (Cincinnati Bengals) through the triumphs, pressures, and raw humanity of playing the most scrutinized position in professional sports. (Netflix, July 14th Premiere) Worst Neighbor Ever TV-MA – This wild four-part docuseries digs into the most jaw-dropping, unbelievable neighbor-from-hell stories ever documented — and you'll find out that truth is far stranger than fiction. From bizarre feuds to outright criminal behavior, each episode peels back the curtain on what can happen when the house next door becomes your worst nightmare. (Netflix, July 1st Premiere)

250TH ANNIVERSARY PATRIOTIC FILM

Independence Day PG-13 – As America celebrates its 250th birthday, there's no more fitting way to mark the occasion than revisiting this iconic blockbuster. When a massive alien invasion threatens to wipe out humanity on the Fourth of July, the world's nations must unite for the ultimate fight for survival — led by a courageous U.S. President, a brilliant scientist, and a fearless fighter pilot. Will Smith, Jeff Goldblum, and Bill Pullman star in this timeless patriotic spectacle that still delivers chills, cheers, and goosebumps nearly 30 years later. (Now Streaming on Hulu, Disney+, Tubi, Philo, Amazon Prime, and AMC+)

TRIVIA MANIA — INDEPENDENCE DAY EDITION

FAMILY-FRIENDLY FARE

This Is America, Charlie Brown TV-G – From the voyage of the Mayflower to the bold exploration of outer space, join the Peanuts gang as they take you on a timeless journey through American history! Watch the Peanuts gang as they soar with the Wright brothers, blast into orbit on the NASA space station, and create some the world's most influential inventions. So all aboard the transcontinental railroad because This Is America, Charlie Brown! (Apple TV+, July 3rd Premiere) X-Men '97 — Season 2 TV-14 – The acclaimed animated series that took the world by storm is back for its second season, picking up the action with Marvel's mightiest mutants facing threats bigger than ever before. Beautifully animated and jam-packed with the character depth and thrilling storylines that made Season 1 an instant classic, this is essential viewing for Marvel fans of every age. (Disney+, July 1st Premiere)

ORIGINAL SERIES

Little House on the Prairie TV-PG – The beloved classic is reimagined for a new generation in Netflix's fresh take on Laura Ingalls Wilder's timeless stories of frontier family life. The close-knit Ingalls family builds a new life on the Western frontier, where the joys of nature and the struggle for survival are deeply intertwined. (Netflix, July 9th Premiere) Ride or Die TV-14 – Best friends Debbie and Judith are forced on the run when Debbie discovers Judith isn't a forensic accountant, she's an international assassin! With a mysterious figure chasing them, and Debbie's husband involved in something deeply corrupt, it's a race against time and a road trip across Europe to untangle the truth and stay alive. (Prime Video, July 15th Premiere) Elle TV-14 – Before Elle Woods was a fish-out-of-water at Harvard, we meet her in 1995 in the tumultuous waters of high school where she encounters tricky friendships, forbidden romance, and questionable fashion choices. In this unexpected chapter of her adolescence, we learn about the experiences that shaped Elle into the iconic young woman we've come to know and love. (Prime Video, July 1st Premiere)

NEW STREAMING RELEASES

Please note: Streaming services sometimes make last-minute changes to the premiere dates of films and series. This calendar was prepared on June 26th, 2026, but changes may have been made since then. Remember, while the dates below indicate the first day you're able to stream the featured film or series, streaming enables you to enjoy them whenever you'd like! July 1st Enola Holmes 3 — PG-13, Film. Adventure follows Miss Holmes to Malta where her plans to tie the knot unravel when Sherlock's disappearance plunges her into a perilous case. (Netflix) X-Men '97 — Season 2 — TV-14, Animated Series. Marvel's fan-favorite animated mutants are back for Season 2. (Disney+ Elle — TV-14, Series. Before Elle Woods was a fish-out-of-water at Harvard, we meet her in 1995 in the tumultuous waters of high school where she encounters tricky friendships, forbidden romance, and questionable fashion choices. (Prime Video) Summer '36 — TV-14, Series. Nice, 1936. As workers enjoy their first paid holidays, four very different women become entangled in the murder of a prosecutor at the Riviera hotel. (Netflix) Click here for more July releases...

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