It’s time for your weekly update of the latest OTT releases and the next seven days have the perfect blend of movies and TV shows to satiate all your bingeing needs. Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Shweta Tripathi, Vijay Varma and others return for the eagerly awaited season 3 of Mirzapur; Eddie Murphy reprises his iconic role as Detective Axel Foley after 30 years in Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F; two of this year’s major theatrical releases, IF and Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, become available on demand.
Sprint (July 2)
Prepare to be captivated by Sprint, a highly anticipated sports documentary series, masterfully crafted by Box to Box Films, the creators behind Formula 1: Drive to Survive. It offers an intimate glimpse into the lives of world-renowned sprinters Sha’Carri Richardson, Noah Lyles and Shericka Jackson. The narrative unveils the rigorous training regimens, personal triumphs and the relentless pursuit of glory that define these elite competitors as they embark on an extraordinary journey from the 2023 World Championships in Budapest to the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
Streaming on Netflix
Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F (July 3)
Eddie Murphy returns as the iconic Detective Axel Foley in Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, navigating a high-stakes adventure in Beverly Hills. When his daughter Jane, portrayed by Taylour Paige, is threatened, Axel teams up with new partner Detective Bobby Abbott (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) and old friends Billy Rosewood (Judge Reinhold) and John Taggart (John Ashton) to unravel a dangerous conspiracy within the police force. This film, set to be released 30 years after 1994’s Beverly Hills Cop III, is the fourth instalment in the action-comedy franchise.
Streaming on Netflix
Bob Marley: One Love (July 3)
This film is a heartfelt biographical drama, produced in collaboration with the Marley family. It stars Kingsley Ben-Adir as the legendary performer and focuses on his pivotal years from 1976 to 1978. The narrative captures Marley’s profound journey during this period, including surviving an assassination attempt and performing the historic “One Love Peace Concert.” Delving deeply into his life, One Love offers an authentic glimpse into the personal and professional struggles that shaped Marley’s legendary music.
Streaming on Prime Video
IF (July 3)
Directed by John Krasinski, IF is an enchanting live-action and animated fantasy comedy. It stars Cailey Fleming as Bea, a young girl who discovers she has the unique ability to see everyone’s abandoned imaginary friends. With this newfound ability, Bea embarks on a whimsical adventure to reconnect these forgotten friends with their original companions, leading to a series of heartwarming and humorous encounters. The film stars Ryan Reynolds, Fiona Shaw and Krasinski himself. The voices of Steve Carell, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Louis Gossett Jr. and Emily Blunt bring the imaginary friends to life.
Available to buy and rent on BookMyShow Stream
Red Swan (July 3)
An intriguing South Korean drama, Red Swan highlights the tale of Oh Wan-soo, a woman who rises from poverty to become a world-class golfer and later marries Kim Yong-guk, the heir to the powerful Hwain Group. Now the chairperson of a lavish foundation, Wan-soo’s perfect life spirals when she hires a man named Seo Do-yoon as her bodyguard. A graduate of the police academy and a martial arts expert, Do-yoon joins the security team with a hidden agenda. As he saves Wan-soo from numerous threats, he uncovers dark secrets about the Hwain family, including a connection to his friend’s mysterious death.
Streaming on Disney+ Hotstar
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (July 4)
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga is a riveting prequel to the iconic Mad Max: Fury Road and the fifth entry in the franchise. Directed by George Miller, this film delves into the origins of the formidable Imperator Furiosa (Anya Taylor-Joy) as she is torn from her home, the Green Place of Many Mothers, and thrust into the clutches of the ruthless Warlord Dementus (Chris Hemsworth). While navigating the treacherous Wasteland, Furiosa gets embroiled in the brutal power struggle between Dementus and the tyrannical Immortan Joe (Lachy Hulme). In her quest for survival and freedom, she has no choice but to form a tenuous alliance with Praetorian Jack (Tom Burke).
Available to buy and rent on BookMyShow Stream
Space Cadet (July 4)
Emma Roberts leads this comedy as Tiffany “Rex” Simpson, a free-spirited Florida party girl who dreams of becoming an astronaut. After a series of improbable events—including submitting a falsified resume—she lands a spot in NASA’s elite training program. Despite lacking formal scientific training, Rex’s determination, quick wit and charisma set her apart from her peers. It is not long before she starts getting the hang of her training, aiming to prove she belongs among the stars.
Streaming on Prime Video
Arthur The King (July 5)
Arthur the King is a heartwarming adventure film that stars Mark Wahlberg as Michael Light, an ageing adventure racer who unexpectedly forms a profound bond with a stray dog named Arthur during the gruelling Adventure Racing World Championship in the Dominican Republic. Based on the true events detailed in Mikael Lindnord’s memoir Arthur: The Dog Who Crossed the Jungle to Find a Home, the story follows Michael and his team (played by Simu Liu, Nathalie Emmanuel and Ali Suliman), as they navigate through 435 miles of treacherous jungle, mountains and seas. Meanwhile, Arthur’s unwavering loyalty and spirit inspire them to overcome immense challenges.
Streaming on Lionsgate Play
Desperate Lies (July 5)
Delving into themes of deception, loyalty and the complexities of familial bonds, Desperate Lies is a Brazilian drama series that revolves around Liana, a woman whose life takes a dramatic turn after discovering she is pregnant with twins, each fathered by a different man due to a rare phenomenon. This shocking revelation threatens to tear her family apart as she struggles to keep her marriage with Tomás intact while hiding the truth.
Streaming on Netflix
Goyo (July 5)
Goyo is a young autistic museum guide who meticulously follows a strict routine at the National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aires. His life takes an unexpected turn when he meets Eva, a new security guard at the museum who is disillusioned with love due to a failed marriage. As Goyo and Eva’s paths intertwine, they embark on a journey of self-discovery and emotional growth, confronting intense feelings and challenging their preconceived notions of love and relationships.
Streaming on Netflix
Mirzapur season 3 (July 5)
Mirzapur Season 3 is poised to plunge viewers back into its shadowy and gruesome saga, intensifying the brutal power struggles and vendettas that define the lawless city. With Munna (Divyenndu) out of the picture, Guddu (Ali Fazal) ascends to the throne, flanked by Golu (Shweta Tripathi) and Beena (Rasika Dugal), as they navigate the treacherous waters of their new dominion. Meanwhile, a vengeful Kaleen Bhaiya (Pankaj Tripathi), nursing his wounds and plotting his return, aligns with Sharad (Anjum Sharma), preparing to reclaim his lost supremacy. As fresh contenders enter this vicious milieu of crime and politics, the stage is set for an explosive convergence of new alliances and betrayals. The show also stars Vijay Varma, Isha Talwar, Asif Khan, Rajesh Tailang and Sheeba Chaddha, among others.
Streaming on Prime Video
The Seeding (July 5)
When a hiker, Wyndham Stone, gets lost in a desolate desert, he stumbles upon a woman named Alina while seeking refuge. He finds it curious that she lives isolated in a canyon but soon discovers that Alina is held captive by a group of feral children bound by a haunting legacy. As he becomes entangled in their sadistic games, he realises that the true horror lies in the children’s sinister intentions and the dark secrets that Alina harbours. The plot unfolds with Wyndham attempting to escape the desert’s grip, only to find himself repeatedly thwarted by the children and Alina’s enigmatic behaviour.
Available to buy and rent on BookMyShow Stream
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