Looking for something to watch this weekend? Don’t waste a single moment of your precious day off scrolling through Netflix or Prime trying to desperately find a show or film that tickles your fancy – just consult our handy guide of the best that’s on streaming right now. With neo-noir thrillers, post-apocalyptic dramas, and raunchy rom-coms there’s something for everyone to get stuck into.
Sharper
We all love to watch the incredibly rich and beautiful bring about their own downfall through deception and hubris – it’s human nature. Sharper is the brand-new psychological drama produced by Apple TV and A24 about a small upper-class family that is ripped apart when the very sleazy Max begins conning those around him. Though golden globe, BAFTA, and Emmy-winning director Benjamin Caron has directed several episodes of gripping TV shows such as Sherlock and The Crown, Sharper is his feature film directorial debut. With the film boasting Julianne Moore, Sebastian Stan, John Lithgow, and Justice Smith in its cast there’s no shortage of crafty characters to keep your attention.
Where to watch: Apple TV+
For fans of: The Succession, Ocean’s 8, and Queen Julianne Moore
Magic Mike’s Last Dance
Treat yourself and your mates to a late Valentine’s present and go watch some sexy sweaty men strip it all off at the cinema. The third instalment of the Magic Mike series sees our old flame Mike Lane (Channing Tatum) taking the stage again after a lengthy hiatus. Broke after a dodgy business deal goes bust Mike heads to London with a wealthy socialite (Salma Hayek) to perform one last job – and this time it’s at the West End. Director Steven Soderbergh (Ocean’s 11, Kimi, Magic Mike) caters to the female gaze in this sultry yet heartfelt tale that will leave you feel warm and fuzzy. With oodles of sexual tension, shiny abs, and a killer soundtrack – what more could you ask for in a flick?
Where to watch: at the cinema!
For fans of: Step Up, the first two films, and seeing ripped dudes shirtless
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By now everyone is familiar with Joe Goldberg’s creepy antics and psychotic tendencies. He’s quickly become a cult figure in the thriller genre with his eerie internal monologue inspiring parodies online and his infamous baseball cap providing lazy men with an easy last-minute Halloween costume. Last week, the first part of the fourth season of the Netflix original was brought to streaming proving popular with fans who have it trending at number one on Netflix. Since the mayhem of last season, Joe has been hiding out in London under a new identity professor Jonathan Moore. He attempts not to blow his cover but falls in with a crowd of wealthy “douchebags”. As the ‘Eat the Rich Killer’ starts attacking Joe’s friends and him losing the struggle to keep his obsessive nature under wraps, how long can Joe remain undetected this time? Part two of season four comes out in March so those who haven’t watch the show yet have plenty of time to catch up.
Where to watch: Netflix
For fans of: Dexter, Hannibal, and seeing evil men get their just deserts
The Last of Us
Even if you haven’t seen The Last of Us you will have encountered the buzz that surrounds the show. The American HBO post-apocalyptic drama based on the 2013 video game of the same name has been driving fans of the game, Sci-Fi lovers, and TikTok-edit-making Petro Pascal stans wild. Incredibly intense, action-packed, and with the very sweet relationship surrogate father-daughter relationship between the two protagonists we totally get why it’s causing a stir. Set in 2023, a global pandemic caused by a climate-change-induced fungal infection transforms people into zombie-like creatures. In the collapsed society Joel (Pedro Pascal), a smuggler escorts teenager Ellie (Bella Ramsey) across the dangerous plains of the United States. With episodes dropping every Monday HBO is keeping us tantalised for every new instalment. Season two was given the green light after only one episode out of the nine had been aired – it just goes to show the show’s popularity.
Where to watch: NOW TV
For fans of: The Walking Dead, The 100, and the ever-so-dreamy Pedro Pascal
The Peripheral
If you didn’t get around to watching The Peripheral last year now is a great time to do so. Recently we’ve seen a rise in VR-centred Sci-Fi with films such as Don’t Worry Darling, Ready Player One, and Belle, all warning us of the dangers of the technological advancement whilst providing hair-raising, twisted entertainment. The Peripheral delivers an action-packed punch and at only 8 episodes long it’s totally bingeable. Set a decade in the future a VR gamer (Chloë Grace Moretz) connects to an alternate reality and a troubling future of her own. Moretz transformation from the girl-next-door in North Carolina to a spy wrapped up in a web of mystery in London is thrilling to watch. You’ll find yourself immersed inthe stunning special effect and enthralling story.
Where to watch: Prime
For fans of: Don’t Worry Darling, Westworld, and dystopian Sci-Fi
Words By: Molly Sutherland
Header Image: Magic Mike’s Last Dance
