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Platform Premieres: What to Watch on Netflix, Prime Video, Apple TV+ and Disney+

From espionage thrillers and college romances to beloved characters and auteur cinema: the 15 series and films arriving on streaming that need to be on your radar.

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If your ideal plan involves a couch, something tasty to snack on, and a guilt-free binge-watch session, good news: streaming platforms are packed with new releases for every taste. From international conspiracies and psychological thrillers to college romances and locally flavored comedies, the lineup is so varied that the real problem isn’t what to watch… but where to start. We put together this guide so you can stop endlessly scrolling and get straight to what matters: pressing play.

1. The Curse of Widow’s Bay (Apple TV+)

Set in a picturesque island town that seems like the perfect place to revive tourism… until supernatural events begin to unfold. Desperate to revitalize the community, the mayor must face not only the locals’ prejudices, but also a curse that appears to have awakened in a story blending horror, humor, and an undeniably unsettling tone.

The highlight: the series stars Emmy winner Matthew Rhys (The Americans).

2. Jack Ryan: Phantom War (Prime Video)

The iconic CIA analyst returns to action when a covert mission uncovers a global conspiracy threatening thousands of lives. With time running out and enemies seemingly one step ahead, Jack Ryan teams up with old allies and a new MI6 agent for his most personal and dangerous mission yet.

The highlight: John Krasinski (The Office) returns as Jack Ryan in this new installment.

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3. El encargado – Season 4 (Disney+)

The sharp comedy that turned Eliseo into one of television’s most uncomfortable — and fascinating — characters returns with a season where power reaches its peak. Now at the top, his influence seems limitless… until a conspiracy led by his longtime rival, Matías Zambrano, threatens to bring him down. What follows is a no-rules duel where strategies become increasingly extreme and personal.

The highlight: starring Guillermo Francella, with Gabriel Goity as his fierce rival, the series was created by Mariano Cohn and Gastón Duprat.

4. The Four Seasons – Season 2 (Netflix)

The story of this unique group of friends continues with new reunions that force them to confront loss, change, and the difficult choices that come with adulthood. Through trips, relationships, and unspoken emotions, the series dives deeper into the nuances of friendship over time.

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The highlight: the all-star cast includes Tina Fey, Steve Carell, Will Forte, and Colman Domingo.

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5. Help (Disney+)

A work trip takes an unexpected turn when a plane crash leaves two coworkers stranded on a deserted island. What starts as a survival scenario quickly turns into a battle of wit, power, and endurance, where hierarchies blur and roles reverse. He’s an arrogant boss; she’s an underestimated employee: in this new setting, they’ll have to set aside old resentments — or use them — if they want to survive.

The highlight: directed by Sam Raimi (Spider-Man), the film stars Rachel McAdams and Dylan O’Brien.

6. Off Campus (Prime Video)

Based on Elle Kennedy’s bestselling saga, the series follows a college hockey team and focuses on the romantic relationships of its players as they navigate competition, love, and self-discovery. The first season centers on the fun and steamy romance between reserved songwriter Hannah and the university hockey star Garrett. Packed with intense romances, deep friendships, and the chaos of growing up, the story balances drama and comedy in equal measure.

The highlight: the cast includes Ella Bright (The Crown) and Belmont Cameli (Until Dawn, Saved by the Bell).

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7. Berlin and the Lady with an Ermine (Netflix)

The charismatic Berlin, one of the most iconic characters from Money Heist (played by Pedro Alonso), returns with a bold new heist: stealing Lady with an Ermine, Leonardo da Vinci’s famous masterpiece, in the heart of Seville. To pull it off, he assembles a perfectly tailored team, with each member bringing a key skill to a plan driven by precision, elegance, and high risk.

The highlight: familiar characters like Keila (Michelle Jenner) and Damián (Tristán Ulloa) return this season.

8. Sirât (MUBI)

Oliver Laxe’s acclaimed film is both a physical and spiritual journey set in a barren, desolate landscape. With minimalist direction and hypnotic storytelling, it follows its characters through a path marked by silence and endurance. Hovering between the earthly and the mystical, the film creates a sensory experience that challenges viewers while exploring the limits of the body, faith, and redemption through a deeply contemplative lens.

The highlight: the film was nominated for the 2026 Oscar for Best International Feature.

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9. Tucci in Italy (Disney+)

Actor Stanley Tucci returns to Italy to explore the country’s culinary culture through a personal and passionate perspective. Between lesser-known regions, fiery food debates, and regional rivalries, the series celebrates food as an expression of identity and tradition, proving that sharing a meal remains the ultimate expression of Italian culture.

The highlight: this season, Tucci explores lesser-known destinations like Marche while revisiting classics like Naples and Sicily.

10. Citadel (Prime Video)

This acclaimed global espionage thriller returns with new challenges for its elite agents, who must reunite to confront a threat capable of changing the course of the world. Forced to recruit a new team, they embark on a worldwide mission filled with betrayals and unexpected alliances.

The highlight: the series stars Richard Madden and Priyanka Chopra Jonas.

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11. Unconditional Love (Apple TV+)

What should have been a vacation between a mother and daughter turns into a nightmare when the 23-year-old is arrested in Moscow for drug trafficking. Convinced of her daughter’s innocence, the mother dives into a dangerous web of crime and corruption in an emotionally charged thriller.

The highlight: the cast includes French-Israeli singer and actor Amir Haddad.

12. CarĂ­sima (Netflix)

The viral character Caro Pardíaco, played by Julián Kartun and originally created in the Cualca sketches, arrives on streaming with a series that blends absurd comedy and thriller undertones. With short episodes and a fast pace, the story follows the quirky influencer as she faces a personal crisis approaching her 30s, tackling contemporary anxiety with a sharp and spicy sense of humor.

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The highlight: it’s Netflix Argentina’s first short-form series, with episodes running just 10 minutes.

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13. La grazia (MUBI)

Director Paolo Sorrentino once again explores the contradictions of power through an intimate and melancholic portrait about the end of an era. An Italian president faces the final stretch of his mandate while grappling with decisions that will shape not only his political legacy, but also his personal life. As time runs out, power stops being a tool and becomes a burden, revealing the fragility hidden behind the public figure.

The highlight: Toni Servillo’s performance was awarded at the Venice Film Festival.

14. Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed (Apple TV+)

In this dark comedy thriller, a recently divorced mother becomes trapped in a disturbing mystery after suspecting she witnessed a murder. Amid a custody battle and a personal crisis, she begins investigating on her own, uncovering a web of secrets far more dangerous and complex than she ever imagined.

The highlight: the series stars Emmy winner Tatiana Maslany (Orphan Black).

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15. My Father’s Shadow (MUBI)

Akinola Davies Jr.’s debut feature is an intimate story about fatherhood set against a politically turbulent backdrop. Taking place during Nigeria’s 1993 electoral crisis, the film follows a father trying to reconnect with his children over the course of a single day. Through a delicate yet powerful approach, it blends the personal and the political.

The highlight: the film screened at both the Cannes and Toronto film festivals.

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