July ends with a bang as streaming platforms roll out a diverse slate of new series. From psychological thrillers and espionage dramas to true-crime and fantasy, this week’s lineup has something for everyone. Here is a guide to the five most anticipated shows.
A Psychological Thriller on Justice and Revenge: Furious on Hulu
Starting July 27, Hulu premieres Furious, a series blending the vibes of Killing Eve with Mare of Easttown. FBI agent Alice Black (Emmy Rossum) hunts Catherine (Lola Petticrew), a serial killer targeting predatory men. As the investigation deepens, Alice sees unsettling parallels between herself and the killer, turning a manhunt into a tense psychological duel. The first three episodes drop Monday, July 27 at 12 a.m. ET.
The Lockerbie Tragedy as a Limited Series: The Bombing of Pan Am 103
Netflix releases all six episodes of The Bombing of Pan Am 103 on July 30. This docudrama chronicles the 1988 Pan Am Flight 103 bombing and the sprawling investigation by Scottish detectives and U.S. agents. The stellar cast includes Peter Mullan, Connor Swindells, Patrick J. Adams, and Merritt Wever. It offers a gripping look at one of aviation’s darkest days. For background on the disaster, see Wikipedia’s article on Pan Am Flight 103.
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Batman: Caped Crusader Season 2 on Prime Video
On July 31, Prime Video drops the second season of Batman: Caped Crusader. The animated series, voiced by Hamish Linklater, plunges into an even gloomier Gotham. The Riddler (Dave Franco) pulls the strings as the Joker (Matthew Needham) emerges from the shadows. Bruce Wayne, increasingly isolated, must rely on others for the first time. A narrative choice that adds psychological depth to the Dark Knight.
Lioness Season 3 on Paramount+
Paramount+ launches the first episode of Lioness season 3 on August 2. Zoe Saldaña returns as CIA operative Joe McNamara, facing a shadow war that threatens global security and her personal life. With Kaitlyn Meade (Nicole Kidman) and deputy director Byron Westfield (Michael Kelly), Joe must stop clandestine betrayals. Taylor Sheridan’s drama continues to blend action with human conflict. For fans of Sheridan’s work, a related article on an Apple TV+ spinoff is available here.
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The Librarians: The Next Chapter Season 2 on TNT
Also on August 2, TNT airs the season 2 premiere of The Librarians: The Next Chapter. Vikram (Callum McGowan) and his fellow Librarians face rogue genies, a sinister Peter Pan, and Merlin (Dominic Monaghan) who offers a deal that could break the Library’s most sacred rule. A mix of fantasy and adventure full of twists.
