With Videodrome, Mulholland Drive, and Wild at Heart among my favorite movies of all time, I can't help but be tickled by the David Lynch-themed title of this week's Rick and Morty season 9 episode: Erickerhead.

A clever play on Eraserhead, we could expect the Smith family to turn their typical extraterrestrial adventures into something even more surreal. As the synopsis cryptically hints, "Rick's stomach is mad, broh. But it's all-you-can-eat-and-drink here, broh."

Truthfully, that could mean anything. But when does Rick and Morty season 9 episode 6 arrive on Adult Swim, Hulu, and HBO Max?

What time can I watch Rick and Morty season 9 episode 6 on Adult Swim, Hulu, and HBO Max?

In the US, Rick and Morty season 9 episode 6 will debut on Adult Swim on Sunday, June 28 at 8pm PT / 11pm ET.

Viewers elsewhere, as well as in the US, have two streaming options: Hulu and HBO Max. Episodes should appear on these platforms 24 hours after they've aired on Adult Swim, meaning you can expect episode 6 on Monday, June 29.

These are the timings you need to take note of:

• US – 12am PT / 3am ET
• Canada – 12am PT / 3am ET
• UK – 8am BST
• India – 12:30pm IST
• Singapore – 3pm SGT
• Australia – 6pm AEST
• New Zealand – 8pm NZDT

When do new episodes of Rick and Morty season 9 come out?

Rick and Morty season 9 is set to have 10 episodes. As long as there are no unexpected delays, we can expect it to have the following release schedule:

• Episode 1: out now
• Episode 2: out now
• Episode 3: out now
• Episode 4: out now
• Episode 5: out now
• Episode 6: June 28
• Episode 7: July 5
• Episode 8: July 12
• Episode 9: July 19
• Episode 10: July 26

It's nearly time to sit down and enjoy The Bear's last course. Indeed, with its fifth season set to bring down the curtain on the multi-award-winning FX TV Original, you'll want to savor every mouthful before its final end credits roll.

More importantly, though, you'll need to know when and where The Bear season 5 will be released. So, make a reservation, take your seat, and peruse the below menu — no, I'm not this analogy too far, why do you ask? — for more on its official launch date and times.

What time can I watch The Bear season 5?

In North and South America, The Bear's final season will make its bow on Thursday, June 25 at 6pm PT / 9pm ET.

Armed with that information, we can work out when Carmy, Sydney, Richie, and the rest of the gang will be back on our screens in other nations, too.

• US — Thursday, June 25 at 6pm PT / 9pm ET
• Canada — Thursday, June 25 at 6pm PT / 9pm ET
• UK — Friday, June 26 at 2am BST
• India — Friday, June 26 at 6:30am BST
• Singapore — Friday, June 26 at 9am SGT
• Australia — Friday, June 26 at 11am AEST
• New Zealand — Friday, June 26 at 1pm NZST

Where can I watch The Bear season 5?

The comedy-drama TV series will be available to watch on Hulu in the US and Disney+ everywhere else. No matter where you live, then, you'll soon have access to the show's final hurrah on one of the world's best streaming services.

Not signed up to the above platforms, but want to stream The Bear 5 once it arrives? Read our Hulu price and Disney+ price guides to see how much it currently costs to create an account. Or just refer to the price widget below for a quick rundown of each service's various tiers and price points.

How many episodes does The Bear season 5 have?

Unlike the last three seasons, The Bear season 5 won't comprise 10 episodes. Instead, it follows in its debut season's footsteps with just eight chapters.

As for each entry's runtime: at the time of this article's initial publication on Tuesday, June 23, I've seen the first seven episodes, and I can confirm that they last anywhere between 22 minutes and 52 minutes. That's including each installment's end-credits crawl, too.

Lastly, here are the confirmed titles for the episodes I've watched:

• Episode 1 — Soda
• Episode 2 — Lamb
• Episode 3 — Mint
• Episode 4 — Ribs
• Episode 5 — Raspberries
• Episode 6 — Focaccia
• Episode 7 — Caramel

After that shocker of an ending in Rivals season 2 episode 6, we could probably all do with a bit of a break from the hit Hulu and Disney+ series.

Annoyingly, we have to wait even longer than first thought for the remaining six episodes to be released. Rivals season 2 has a release window of November 2026, which could potentially take us into early 2027 depending on the schedule structure.

"Twelve episodes is a lot for people to enjoy," writer Laura Wade told me earlier in the season. "I think that we partly wanted to drag out that enjoyment a little bit. But also from a practical point of view, it takes a long time to deliver twelve very complicated period pieces of drama.

"Do we just release the first six and crack on with finishing the second six, which is what we're doing right now? Or do we wait, an extra six months of release for 12? We didn't want to wait. Also, we've got the FIFA World Cup coming up, so we're releasing the first half before the football. Get that out of the way, and then release the second half."

But now we know (and in my case, begrudgingly accept) the season 2 release schedule, what can we expect from what's to come next? According to one star, episodes 7-12 can best be summed up in one word: "madness."

'You definitely won't be disappointed'

"There is a lot of stuff going on in these second six episodes... I was involved in some pretty fun, full-on scenes towards the end," Rich Keeble, who plays Brian Hetherington in the hit series, tells me.

"In episodes 10, 11 and 12, there's some high drama. I won't say anything, but we were filming in one location all week. Monday to Friday, had Saturday off, then back in there on Sunday. Every day, I remember thinking, 'Oh, my God, what are we doing today?'

It's likely that the above trailer has only referenced scenes in the earlier episodes in the next batch of six (e.g. episodes 7 and 8), so anything Keeble is referencing here is a complete surprise.

"There'll be something else in these scenes. We had like 50 cast in, 50 set assistants on top... and it was just madness for a week for a few scenes in one episode.

"If you've enjoyed these first six, then you definitely won't be disappointed. I think that the second half has a lot more going on. We've really hit the stride... everyone's on their A-game."

All I hope is that Monica's (Claire Rushbrook) legacy is handled appropriately — and perhaps if the rest of season 2 is dazzling, I can forgive the creators for killing her off.

Spoilers for Rivals season 2 episode 6 ahead.

I don't know about you, but I'm still furious with the events of Rivals season 2 episode 6... especially the unexpected death of Monica Baddingham (Claire Rushbrook).

Considering that this never happens in the original book — and that Monica was just about to come to terms with her unacknowledged feelings for Enid (Selina Griffiths) — it came as something of a nasty shock.

I've already gone into detail about why the move wasn't only disappointing, but also proves that Hulu and Disney+ are doing so badly by their LGBTQIA+ characters... and during Pride month, no less.

Perhaps not everybody is as outraged as I am, but it still feels like a gut-punch to the overall Rutshire dynamics that we've come to know and love.

But according to one star, there's a good reason why Monica's death had to happen — and it's all to do with what will happen in the second half of season 2.

'It was a very emotional thing, and very shocking'

"The events of episode 6 are quite a shock, aren't they? Monica's death is a real curveball," Rich Keeble, who plays Brian Hetherington on the hit series, tells me.

"I do know what happens in the rest of the series, and it does feed into some quite dramatic and exciting stuff that's happening in the second half."

So far, we can only get a glimpse of what's to come in new episodes that will be released in November from the above teaser trailer. Monica's funeral will be one of the first things addressed, but it's as yet unclear how this will affect our characters, including widower Tony (David Tennant).

"It was a real shock and the way we found out... most of us found out at the table read," Keeble continues. "We had two table reads for this series of Rivals. We already had episodes 1-5. So when we got to episode six, they said it was going to be a redacted version that only a few people would be given.

"When we were leading up to when Monica's in the car during the storm, I could see like a few people who were crowding around a script and starting to get upset. It was this very emotional thing. Claire was tearful, and everyone was hugging her... There was a big round of applause afterwards to congratulate her on her work, and people said a few words.

Keeble continues, "I think the only people that maybe knew before the read-through were maybe David and Claire. But of course, we then had another read-through with the second half of it and then obviously filmed it. It was something that hung over, the whole second half of the series."

If Monica had to die, then I'm glad she didn't die in vain — I just hope that the creators have done a good enough job of keeping her memory alive.

• Rivals has been renewed for season 3 by Hulu and Disney+
• 12 new episodes are confirmed some time after the second half of season 2 airs in November 2026
• Will be the first series without author Dame Jilly Cooper's involvement following her death in 2025

We'll pretend to be surprised, but it's official that Rivals season 3 is happening following renewal confirmation from Hulu and Disney+.

While no release date or window has been confirmed, we know that 12 new episodes have been commissioned to air at some point after the second half of season 2 drops in November 2026.

Lee Mason, Vice-President, Scripted, Disney+ EMEA, said in a statement: “The phenomenal response to Rivals is a credit to the bold, irreverent and endlessly entertaining world created by Dame Jilly Cooper, our cast, creative team and production partners at Happy Prince.

"We’re delighted to be bringing audiences a third season on Disney+ and Hulu. Expect more ambition, more romance, more rivalries and, of course, more scandal as we return to Rutshire for another irresistible chapter.”

No further details have been announced, but we can expect the core cast to return (unless season 2 plans to kill anyone else off).

However, there's something we haven't considered — even though Mason has directly mentioned it in the above remark.

Opinion: Rivals season 3 will be the first without Jilly Cooper's input — and that's worrying

It's possibly stating the obvious, but Rivals season 3 will mark the first installment of the hit TV show after the passing of its creator, Dame Jilly Cooper. Prior to her death in November 2025, the author had signed off on all 12 episode scripts in season 2, and continued to give notes until just a few days beforehand.

"Jilly signed off every script of the 12 and was on set for quite a lot of production as well," executive producer Alexander Lamb told TechRadar prior to season 2's launch. "So it feels that this series totally has Jilly's seal of approval. She's an exec producer, which she's credited for, and was giving me notes on the Thursday before she died on episode 12.

"Her fingerprints are all over this series, and we'd also sat with her and talked about season 3 and the future, about how to mould the other books around Rivals. We've got her blessing on things. We've got her notes written down. She's always with us."

Even so, it could be argued that Rivals as a TV series has already strayed too far away from Cooper's core concept, with the death of Monica Baddingham (Claire Rushbrook) in season 2 episode 6 dividing fan opinion.

Until we know what season 2 part 2 will hold, there's no telling exactly what Rivals season 3 will adapt.

However, it's likely that any new episodes will include even more references to Cooper's wider work, with characters from Polo and The Man Who Made Husbands Jealous already being featured.

Any episode of Rick and Morty that involves the entire Smith family travelling through space and annoying Rick are some of the best, in my humble opinion — and this week, Rick and Morty season 9 has us covered.

According to Adult Swim, Rick, Space Beth, and normal Beth are set to team up to cure Jerry of a bizarre parasitic worm infection. We're also set to be introduced to new entity Sweet Marie, described as a "mob boss" launching the attack on the Smiths for an undisclosed reason.

If (or perhaps, when) Beth and Space Beth start arguing, this episode could be perfect in my eyes. But when does Rick and Morty season 9 episode 5 arrive on Adult Swim, Hulu, and HBO Max?

What time can I watch Rick and Morty season 9 episode 5 on Adult Swim, Hulu, and HBO Max?

In the US, Rick and Morty season 9 episode 5 will debut on Adult Swim on Sunday, June 21 at 8pm PT / 11pm ET.

Viewers elsewhere, as well as in the US, have two streaming options: Hulu and HBO Max. Episodes should appear on these platforms 24 hours after they've aired on Adult Swim, meaning you can expect episode 4 on Monday, June 22.

These are the timings you need to take note of:

• US – 12am PT / 3am ET
• Canada – 12am PT / 3am ET
• UK – 8am BST
• India – 12:30pm IST
• Singapore – 3pm SGT
• Australia – 6pm AEST
• New Zealand – 8pm NZDT

When do new episodes of Rick and Morty season 9 come out?

Rick and Morty season 9 is set to have 10 episodes. As long as there are no unexpected delays, we can expect it to have the following release schedule:

• Episode 1: out now
• Episode 2: out now
• Episode 3: out now
• Episode 4: out now
• Episode 5: June 21
• Episode 6: June 28
• Episode 7: July 5
• Episode 8: July 12
• Episode 9: July 19
• Episode 10: July 26

• Only Murders in the Building season 6 confirms guest stars for upcoming season
• New episodes are currently filming in the UK as show heads from New York to London
• Two guest stars, Jennifer Saunders and Jane Horrocks, are linked by 1990s sitcom Absolutely Fabulous

Only Murders in the Building season 6 has just announced the following guest stars joining the series in new episodes:

• Jennifer Saunders
• Sean Teale
• Simone Ashley 
• Amar Chadha-Patel
• Rhea Norwood
• Matthew Beard
• Sharon Horgan 
• Geri Halliwell Horner
• Martin Freeman
• Jamie Demetriou
• Anjana Vasan
• Jane Horrocks
• Derek Jacobi
• Lesley Nicol

We don't know what their roles will be as of writing, but we do know that the next series of the hit Hulu and Disney+ show will be set in London.

Filming is currently underway in the UK, though a confirmed release date or window has yet to be announced.

Based on the season 5 finale, we know that fellow crime podcaster Cinda Canning (Tina Fey) was attacked after returning to the US to hide a woman accused of a royal murder.

How this links to season 6 we're yet to know, but an iconic comedy connection is already sitting right under our noses… and the series would be silly not to utilize it.

Opinion: Absolutely Fabulous stars joining Only Murders in the Building season 6 is exactly the comedy-camp the show needs

As soon as I heard that Jennifer Saunders was joining the Only Murders in the Building cast, I knew that the creative team had made their best decision yet. If you've seen her in comedy shows like Amandaland and French & Saunders, you'll know how much of a legendary character actress she is.

Nowhere was this more apparent than in her unhinged sitcom creation Absolutely Fabulous, where she plays deluded fashionista Eddie. Her assistant Bubble (played by Jane Horrocks) was equally oblivious to everything in the entirely opposite way, making the pair a chaotically beautiful chalk and cheese double act.

Luckily for us, Horrocks also joins the cast of Only Murders in the Building season 6, meaning we could have a seriously ingenious comedy reunion on our hands. It's currently unclear if the two guest stars will be at all connected, but not doing so would be a huge missed opportunity.

Even if it doesn't happen, we won't be short of comedy gold. Bad Sisters' Sharon Horgan is easily one of the best comedic talents to come out of Ireland or the UK in recent years, while thespian actor Sir Derek Jacobi can deliver big laughs with a completely straight face.

To top it all, we've got a literal Spice Girl in the mix… and I've only ever seen Geri act once. What more could we possibly ask for?

June is shaping up to be a fantastic month for the best streaming services, with plenty to keep us entertained across all genres.

Whatever you're in the mood for, we're sure you'll find it here. Some of our highlights this week include a Jemaine Clement and Nicola Walker-led comedy drama about a strained friendship, a scorching slow-burn summer romance, and Netflix's World Cup coverage led by the biggest names in the world of football.

We're spoiled for choice here. Without further delay, let's take a look at our streaming recommendations this weekend (June 12 - 14). — Lucy Buglass, senior entertainment writer

Alice and Steve (Hulu, Disney+)

Alice and Steve examines what happens when a long-term friendship rapidly falls apart. As far as catalysts go, this one is especially shocking, as Alice (Nicola Walker) learns that Steve (Jemaine Clement) has started dating her 26-year-old daughter.

If you winced reading that, you're not alone. Alice and Steve certainly lures us in with a controversial plot line, even if it doesn't always nail the execution. In my review, I noted that the lack of chemistry might leave you frustrated, but you'll have to be the judge of that.

All episodes are streaming now, and it's one worth binging on Disney+ as the shocks just keep on coming. As do the laughs, to be fair. — LB

• Watch Alice and Steve on Disney+

Every Year After (Prime Video)

Loved Off Campus and can't get enough of Prime Video's banging young adult drama streak? Well, Every Year After is the binge for you.

The show is based on the novel Every Summer After by Carley Fortune. We'll follow Percy Fraser (Sadie Soverall) and Sam Florek (Matt Cornett) as they fall in love, and then join them one weekend, years later, as they come back together to confront a "heartbreaking mistake," according to Amazon.

It's a gorgeous slow-burn romance in an even more gorgeous setting. Frankly, it's exactly how I want to spend my weekend while the weather is absolutely abysmal. — Jasmine Valentine, entertainment reporter

• Watch Every Year After on Prime Video

Sweet Magnolias season 5 (Netflix)

We've waited for over a year, but now Sweet Magnolias season 5 is finally making its return to Netflix.

The big news is Maddie's (JoAnna Garcia Swisher) new publishing career in New York City, testing her relationship with Cal (Justin Bruening). But Helen's (Heather Headley) engagement has also set the stage for a potential big wedding this season, with Dana Sue (Brooke Elliott) also trying to balance her growing kitchen business.

But surely the girls have to get back to Serenity at some point, don't they? Regardless, I'm completely here for their feel-good vibes (and routine drinking schedule). — JV

• Watch Sweet Magnolias season 5 on Netflix

It Ends with Us (Hulu)

If you haven't heard of It Ends With Us, I'm going to assume that you don't have access to any form of 21st-century technology (which means, how are you reading this?).

Based on the popular Colleen Hoover novel of the same name, the movie follows florist Lily Bloom (Blake Lively) as she builds a new life in Boston, where she falls for charming neurosurgeon Ryle Kincaid (Justin Baldoni).

When Lily's first love, Atlas Corrigan (Brandon Sklenar), appears out of thin air, she's forced to confront the cycle of abuse in her life and make a difficult choice for her future as well as her daughter's safety.

It's not exactly a light-hearted watch, and frankly, neither is the real-life drama surrounding it. But as far as I'm concerned, it's a 2020s cultural staple. — JV

Proud (HBO Max)

We've gone incredibly European for this week's HBO Max pick, courtesy of Polish-language original drama, Proud.

In perfect time for Pride Month, the series tells the story of a young, carefree, drug-loving gay man who is suddenly forced to take care of his niece after a family tragedy.

It's been tipped as a "perfect story about imperfect people," and potential viral comparisons to Heated Rivalry are already being thrown about online. In short... if you don't want to, you'll likely get FOMO. — JV

• Watch Proud on HBO Max

They Will Kill You (HBO Max)

They Will Kill You seems to have fallen under the radar, which can be forgiven due to the myriad new horror movies that arrived in May alone.

You need to get one this one ASAP, though (and now you have no excuse not to). We follow a woman who answers a cryptic ad for a housekeeping job at a luxurious New York City apartment, only to discover that residents there have vanished without a trace for decades.

Add in some satanic cult behavior and high-stakes violent action, and you're in for a rip-roaring time. Just never answer a cleaning advert again. — JV

• Watch They Will Kill You on HBO Max

The Rest is Football (Netflix)

Football's coming home thanks to Netflix, which has a brand new talk show that's set to become your World Cup companion. Every day during the tournament, there'll be "witty debates and unfiltered takes" from legendary names like Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, and Micah Richards.

The talk show will be available globally and features game analysis, special guests, interviews, and insights into the on- and off-field action. Although it broadcasts live at 6 a.m. BST / 1 a.m. ET / 10 p.m. PT, you can watch episodes on demand too, so you're not going to miss out.

Wherever you are in the world and whoever you're supporting, these guys have got you covered. — LB

• Watch The Rest is Football on Netflix

Whenever a season of Only Murders in the Building ends on a cliffhanger — which is every season — we can expect another to follow it. But season 6 of the hit Hulu and Disney+ show is coming to us with a huge change.

Instead of taking place at the iconic Arconia building in New York City, Oliver (Martin Short), Charles (Steve Martin) and Mabel (Selena Gomez) will be taking a trip across the pond to London, UK.

Exact details of what to expect are TBC, but if you've ever seen the episode of Murder, She Wrote where Jessica Fletcher (Angela Lansbury) went over to see her Vaudevillian cousin Emma (also Lansbury), I'm expecting similar levels of camp chaos.

There are some things we know for definite however, including a stacked roster of guest stars. As filming continues in the UK, here's everything we know about Only Murders in the Building season 6 so far.

Only Murders in the Building season 6 release window predictions

Announced on October 28, 2025, we can keep our fingers crossed for a late 2026 release window if season 6's production track stays on schedule.

Since the show began in 2021, it's aired one season per year, and has been regularly praised for its pacey release schedule. As of writing, there's nothing to suggest a new season can't air this year.

Only Murders in the Building season 6 trailer: is there one?

Don't be silly... expect the first full trailer to arrive around four weeks before the sixth season does.

Only Murders in the Building season 6 cast and guest stars

We're expecting the following main cast members to return for Only Murders in the Building season 6:

• Steve Martin as Charles-Haden Savage
• Martin Short as Oliver Putnam
• Selena Gomez as Mabel Mora
• Michael Cyril Creighton as Howard Morris

We also have the following new guest stars confirmed for season 6, though we don't know what their roles are yet:

• Jennifer Saunders
• Sean Teale
• Simone Ashley 
• Amar Chadha-Patel
• Rhea Norwood
• Matthew Beard
• Sharon Horgan 
• Geri Halliwell Horner
• Martin Freeman
• Jamie Demetriou
• Anjana Vasan
• Jane Horrocks
• Derek Jacobi
• Lesley Nicol
• David Tennant
• Nicola Coughlan
• Jodie Whitaker
• Jim Broadbent
• Adrian Lukis
• Richard Ayoade
• Kathryn Hunter

Given the move from the US to the UK, there's a huge question mark surrounding the following guest stars seen in season 5:

• Renée Zellweger as Camila White
• Christoph Waltz as Bash Steed
• Bobby Cannavale as Nicky Caccimelio
• Téa Leoni as Sofia Caccimelio
• Dianne Wiest as Lorraine Coluca
• Beanie Feldstein as Althea
• Logan Lerman as Jay Pflug
• Keegan-Michael Key as Mayor Tillman
• Richard Kind as Vince Fish
• Meryl Streep as Loretta Durkin-Putnam
• Jane Lynch as Sazz Pataki

One person who we can expect to see (at least in flashback form) is Tina Fey, as her character, podcaster Cinda Canning, is found bleeding and crawling to the gates of the Arconia in the final scene of season 5.

Only Murders in the Building season 6 plot predictions

Of course, the plot for season 6 will largely center around the group's trip to London and Cinda's potential death. But other than this, we don't know a whole lot about what's to come.

Based on the season 5 finale, we know that Cinda was attacked after returning to the US to hide a woman accused of a royal murder. Who is this woman? We don't know. Is she really guilty? Well, perhaps that's what our trio will be getting stuck into.

Given that this is the first time that Only Murders in the Building has ventured into international territory, anything can happen. Any matter of guest stars we've seen between seasons 1-5 could be picked up or abandoned, and it's likely that even more new cast members could be announced between now and season 6's release.

A Ricker Runs Through It, aka the title of the next episode of Rick and Morty season 9, is surely a play on the classic Robert Redford movie A River Runs Through It.

Right? Well, there's no official synopsis from Adult Swim as of writing, but we can expect the episode to interrogate Rick's need for extreme defense, and explore how his actions and paranoia affect the rest of the family.

Frankly, that sounds like at least one episode in every series so far (Pickle Rick, anyone?) But it's anybody's guess. So when does Rick and Morty season 9 episode 4 arrive on Adult Swim, Hulu, and HBO Max?

What time can I watch Rick and Morty season 9 episode 4 on Adult Swim, Hulu, and HBO Max?

In the US, Rick and Morty season 9 episode 4 will debut on Adult Swim on Sunday, June 14 at 8pm PT / 11pm ET.

Viewers elsewhere, as well as in the US, have two streaming options: Hulu and HBO Max. Episodes should appear on these platforms 24 hours after they've aired on Adult Swim, meaning you can expect episode 4 on Monday, June 15.

These are the timings you need to take note of:

• US – 12am PT / 3am ET
• Canada – 12am PT / 3am ET
• UK – 8am BST
• India – 12:30pm IST
• Singapore – 3pm SGT
• Australia – 6pm AEST
• New Zealand – 8pm NZDT

When do new episodes of Rick and Morty season 9 come out?

Rick and Morty season 9 is set to have 10 episodes. As long as there are no unexpected delays, we can expect it to have the following release schedule:

• Episode 1: out now
• Episode 2: out now
• Episode 3: out now
• Episode 4: June 14
• Episode 5: June 21
• Episode 6: June 28
• Episode 7: July 5
• Episode 8: July 12
• Episode 9: July 19
• Episode 10: July 26

• The Bear season 5 has a full trailer ahead of the show's release on June 25
• It teases Carmy quitting the food industry, leaving the restaurant in peril
• Season 5 is the final installment of the beloved Hulu show

The Bear season 5 has a trailer and there's plenty to whet your appetite ahead of the Hulu (Disney+ internationally) show's return on June 25.

With only a few weeks to wait, things are certainly heating up. In The Bear's fifth and final season, Sydney, Richie and Sugar learn that Carmy has quit the food industry, leaving the restaurant in peril.

The Bear without Carmy seems incomprehensible, right? Well, it's a scary reality for the people left behind, desperately trying to keep things afloat. As we've come to expect from Hulu's most stressful show, there's plenty coming up to keep us on the edge of our seats.

Take a look at the gripping new trailer below.

What should we expect from The Bear season 5?

Carmy decision to quit forms a huge chunk of the season 5 plot, which I'm sure is not a surprise. This decision is the catalyst that impacts the restaurant's future as well as Carmy's own, as he sets off on a journey to learn who he is outside of the kitchen.

Since Carmy is such a huge part of The Bear, much of his identity is tied to the food industry, so we should expect to follow his journey of self-discovery. Last season, we saw him working hard on becoming a better person, so hopefully in this upcoming installment he can continue to make peace with his past demons.

Meanwhile, the titular restaurant will continue working towards earning a Michelin star. But it will require Sydney and Richie to step up and become the leaders that The Bear seriously needs. But with plenty of roadblocks, it's easier said than done.

All that and more is coming up and we should expect The Bear's final season to tie up a lot of loose ends. Whether that'll be a happy ending or not remains to be seen, though.

All eight episodes of The Bear season 5 will be available at launch, so cancel your plans and strap in for one final binge watch.

• Hulu and Disney+ have confirmed that episodes 7-12 of Rivals season 2 will be released from November 2026
• Internet rumors initially suggested episodes would resume in October 2026
• Creators have claimed season split is happening for various reasons, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Spoilers for Rivals season 2 episode 6 ahead.

Annoying news just in: Hulu and Disney+ have confirmed that the second set of six episodes in Rivals season 2 won't be on screens until November 2026. Episodes were originally rumored to be dropping a month earlier in October.

Alongside the teaser trailer for season 2 part 2 (which you can catch up with below), a press statement confirmed: "Following a shocking turn of events in the sixth episode, the residents of Rutshire are rocked by tragedy, scandal and betrayal as the battle between Venturer and Corinium reaches breaking point.

"The Hulu Original series returns with six more drama-filled episodes this November on Disney+ in the UK and internationally, and Hulu in the US."

On top of this, episodes will also feature some fresh faces, with Rachael Stirling joining the cast as Araminta Pemberton, Monica's (Claire Rushbrook) "vampish" younger sister. Rupert Evans joins as headmaster David Hawkley and Santiago Cabrera as Argentinian Polo legend Alejandro Mendoza.

This confirms that both Polo and fellow Jilly Cooper novel The Man Who Made Husbands Jealous are actively being folded into the Rivals storyline, but does any of this matter when we've left season 2 episode 6 on such an unnecessarily sour note?

Opinion: Rivals season 2 part 2 has a lot of work to do after killing Monica off for no good reason

To tell you the truth, I fully believed that Monica would turn up in season 2 episode 7 after a "misunderstanding," but the trailer above proves that the worst has happened with its opening funeral scene.

I've already waxed lyrical about why killing Monica off was such poor decision-making from the creative team, so I really should be pleased that I've got another month of distance between me and the Rivals story continuing.

But with on-off couples Lizzie (Katherine Parkinson) and Freddie (Danny Dyer), and Taggie (Bella Maclean) and Rupert (Alex Hassell) seemingly finding their way back to each other, I'm afraid that I want to have my metaphorical cake and eat it.

As one YouTube comment perfectly puts it, "Making us wait until November is so vile and criminal." But with the TV adaption making such vast deviations from the original novel, are we really prepared for what's coming next?

"Twelve episodes is a lot for people to enjoy," writer Laura Wade told me earlier in the season. "I think that we partly wanted to drag out that enjoyment a little bit. But also from a practical point of view, it takes a long time to deliver twelve very complicated period pieces of drama.

"Do we just release the first six and crack on with finishing the second six, which is what we're doing right now? Or do we wait, an extra six months of release for 12? We didn't want to wait. Also, we've got the FIFA World Cup coming up, so we're releasing the first half before the football. Get that out of the way, and then release the second half."

Both Hulu and Disney+ will be streaming matches thanks to ESPN+ getting the rights, so be prepared for a smorgasbord of sports content overtaking your accounts across the summer months.

"There's something lovely about the first half of the series having spring-like stuff, then the second half having autumnal vibes," Wade continues. "On screen, it runs into Christmas, which allows us to sort of parcel it out for everybody to savour the story.

"We've got some really huge story moments coming up later in the series and it'd be lovely for those bits of story to just have a moment to sink in with viewers, building up some anticipation. There's a massive plot twist at the end of episode six. I think that's when we break off for four or five months. But I think that will keep people thinking, talking, and arguing about what's going to happen next... in a very good way."

Now we know what that is, I'm most certainly heading up the biggest argument possible between me and the writer's room.

There are clearly raucous parties still to come, but I don't even think that Christmas can smooth over the damage that the first half of season 2 has caused.

Spoilers for Rivals season 2 episode 6 ahead.

Readers, I'll level with you: after watching Rivals season 2 more doggedly than Rupert's (Alex Hassell) fixation on a new woman, I feel like an absolute mug.

If you've been reading my weekly coverage of the new Hulu and Disney+ series up until now, you'll know how much I've been championing Monica's (Claire Rushbrook) personal development.

In season 1, she was downtrodden, meek and sidelined at every opportunity, while Tony's (David Tennant) repugnant behavior meant her pet dogs were in her bed more often than her own husband.

By season 2 episode 5, she's a changed woman. She has stood up to Tony to try and regain control in their marriage, leveraging his adultery in an attempt to gain the upper hand. She's hellbent on Tony remaining successful against Declan (Aiden Turner) and Rupert's rival TV company Venturer, and is prepared to go rogue to make this into a reality.

In season 2 episode 6, this has changed yet again. Finding out about Tony's affair with Maud (Victoria Smurfitt), she not only threatens to tell Declan the truth, but she claims she wants a divorce. Driving off in a storm to get her revenge, she's killed by a falling tree before she gets to the O'Hara house.

It's a tragedy, and one that Tony is clearly bereft about. But while you might think that Monica is a lost cause who has to pass in order for the storyline to move forward, I'm seething at the decision for a very different reason.

Rivals season 2 episode 6 killing Monica before she could explore her feelings for Enid is shameful

As episode 4 explored, a romantic tension has been simmering under the surface between Monica and Enid (Selina Griffiths). Enid has been laying the groundwork for her attraction carefully, subtly flirting with memories of Monica's school performance of A Midsummer Night's Dream and getting a signed photograph of her favorite German athlete.

The sense of longing between the two was stronger, and over the last three episodes of Rivals season 2, Monica was growing more confidently into her feelings. The divorce only proves this further, meaning she would have had the agency to explore what was there, and whether that felt right for her.

But of course two women who are attracted to one another can never be together in TV world! It's a tale as old as time, seen in The 100 to Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Killing Eve. This is known as "Bury your gays," in which a TV show will kill off an LGBTQIA+ character and prohibits their love story from fully being explored.

When it comes to queer women in particular, death or a man usually prevents a romantic connection from happening, which makes shows such as Gentleman Jack or Feel Good, where this doesn't happen, so rare. Rivals has fallen straight into an incredibly dated trap, and for such a sex-positive show, it's beyond disappointing.

When I think of Jilly Cooper, I think of a "bonking for everybody" policy. She didn't discriminate when it came to who felt the full force of physical passion in her books (obviously, that's why there are so many affairs), and she also never killed off Monica either.

Cooper apparently gave her approval on all 12 Rivals season 2 episode scripts, but I'm yet to understand the benefits of episode 6's shock ending. Nobody will care if Enid, hidden in the ensemble, will pursue another woman in time, closing the doors to fleshed-out representation.

But hey, at least we got to enjoy some stolen looks while everybody else is falling in love and having lots of sex, right?

Welcome to June 2026, everyone — and what a fantastic start to the month it is for the best streaming services.

Indeed, with 13 great-looking new movies and TV shows hitting many of the world's leading streamers over the past few days, there really is something for everyone to enjoy this weekend (June 5-7). As always, we've handpicked seven new releases that, in our view, are must-see viewing, so read on to find out what we recommend watching at home before you head back to work on Monday. — Tom Power, senior entertainment reporter

Hoppers (Disney+)

Hoppers is the latest Pixar movie to land on Disney+, and I bet you have seen plenty of memes about it already. Tom Lizard has been all over my Instagram feed, making a lasting impression before it was even released in theaters in early March.

All the hype has been accurate, too, as this is the kind of fun that the whole family can enjoy. So, settle down and enjoy a story about an animal-loving student who transfers her mind into a robotic beaver to communicate with animals, inadvertently sparking an uprising among them. It really is brilliant. — Lucy Buglass, senior entertainment writer

• Watch Hoppers on Disney+

Cape Fear (Apple TV)

Javier Bardem steps into the shoes of the villainous Max Cady in Apple TV's Cape Fear. I love seeing him being sinister as ever, and it's clear he's having the time of his life in this role. If its title sounds familiar, that's because it's a TV retelling of the 1962 and 1991 films, which were based on John D. McDonald's classic novel The Executioners.

Anyway, the 10-part Apple TV Original, which kicked off with a double-episode premiere as we center on Tom and Anna Bowden (Patrick Wilson and Amy Adams), the husband and wife attorneys who put Cady behind bars years prior. Their idyllic life soon turns into a living nightmare as Cady seeks revenge for what they did.

It's the ultimate weekend thriller which doesn't hold back, guaranteed to deliver plenty of frights after a long week. To quote the eerie trailer: "you deserve this". — LB

• Watch Cape Fear on Apple TV

Office Romance (Netflix)

J-Lo back in a rom-com? Is it 2004? No, it's 2026 and we've got a new Jennifer Lopez-starring romantic flick in the form of Office Romance on Netflix.

As the title suggests, we're looking at a scandalous workplace relationship here. Lopez plays Jackie, President and CEO of Air Cruz, runs a tight ship in her business which included a rigid anti-fraternization policy for all her employees.

However, that goes out the window with her newest company lawyer (Brett Goldstein) when they risk their careers by pursuing a forbidden affair. What makes this even better is the fact that Lopez and Goldstein now have romance rumors in reality, meaning art would completely imitate life. — Jasmine Valentine, entertainment reporter

• Watch Office Romance on Netflix

Not Suitable for Work (Hulu/Disney+)

After absolutely bombing comfort TV viewing earlier this year with Running Point season 2 (sorry not sorry), Mindy Kaling is back with brand-new series Not Suitable for Work, which is out now on Hulu and Disney+.

Taking the Gen Z working experience and injecting a shot of comedy into the natural misery, Kaling explores the first steps of employment when kids are fresh out of college. It's fun, bawdy, and somewhat unbelievable, but there's enough Friends-style undertones through to make it very satisfying viewing. — JV

• Watch Not Suitable for Work on Hulu (US) and Disney+ (internationally)

The Legend of Vox Machina season 4 (Prime Video)

The Legend of Vox Machina, aka Amazon's animated retelling of popular role-playing tabletop group Critical Role's first Dungeons and Dragons campaign, has returned to Prime Video for its fourth and penultimate season.

Set a year after last season's finale, which saw the eponymous ragtag team of warriors, mages, elves, and bards go their separate ways, season 4 sees them drawn back together when a new otherworldly evil awakens and threatens their world.

Episodes one to three are out now, with three more batches — comprising three episodes apiece — rolling out every Wednesday until the end of June. Enjoy them while you can, too, because the R-rated show's fifth season, which is currently in development, will be its last. — TP

• Watch The Legend of Vox Machina season 4 on Prime Video

Pillion (HBO Max)

This should just be common sense, but before I wax lyrical about how brilliant Pillion is, please don't watch it with your family this weekend on HBO Max.

Colin (Harry Melling) is a bland, mousey young man who catches the eye of biker Ray (Alexander Skarsgård), and the two begin exploring a dominant-submissive relationship. Without clear definition, their relationship is challenging and beyond unconventional, with Colin growing in character before our very eyes. It's strangely romantic with a strong sense of yearning, even if anything that's actually in eyesight is anything but.

There's more sex, nudity, and embarrassing conversations than one person can bear, but Pillion is also one of the most profound movies I've seen in years. Extra shoutout goes to debut director Harry Lighton, who includes an unexpected mention of my hometown, Great Dunmow. — JV

• Watch Pillion on HBO Max

Michael Jackson: The Verdict (Netflix)

Michael Jackson: The Verdict revisits the eponymous, controversial, and late music superstar's high profile case, giving viewers a deeper glimpse into what happened through jurors, eyewitnesses, accusers, and defenders.

Across three episodes, the docuseries shows first-hand accounts from people closest to the case. Tudum describes it as being a "complete historical record of a trial the public never truly got to see", featuring contributors such as family attorney Brian Oxman and journalist Martin Bashir.

Expect archival footage, trial notes, and media coverage, much of which is still causing debates to this very day. — LB

• Watch Michael Jackson: The Verdict on Netflix

Alice and Steve is the newest comedy series on Hulu (Disney+ internationally), and the premise might immediately suck you in due to how shocking it is.

Alice (Nicola Walker) is a woman whose decades-long friendship with Steve (Jemaine Clement) becomes strained when she learns he is dating her daughter, Izzy (Yali Topol Margalith). Yikes.

There's a lot to unpack here. Steve has been in Alice's life for many years, even going on holiday with her and her family and spending Christmas with them all. So learning that he is dating her 26-year-old daughter makes her lose her mind, understandably so, as it seems so out of the blue.

Despite the seriousness of the situation, Alice and Steve definitely leans more into the comedy and absurd elements to lighten things up. As an audience, we get to laugh at the mess they've all found themselves in, like flies on the wall. Rather them than me.

One of my biggest frustrations is that the chemistry between Steve and Izzy is lacking, and their relationship doesn't seem to make any sense. It moves very fast, what appears to be a rebound after Izzy's breakup escalates at lightning speed, and by the second episode, the two are in a relationship, labels and all. Hey, you do you, I guess, but it does feel like they've just been mashed together as the catalyst for some drama.

If you are willing to suspend your disbelief, there's plenty of fun to be had here. Nicola Walker never disappoints, and she does a great job here as a scorned mother and friend, absolutely horrified by the situation. Alice is a very well-rounded character who makes some childish decisions throughout the series, but given everything that's happening, it's easy to still feel sorry for her.

Alice tries to sabotage the relationship and get life back to normal, meddling and scheming in ways that cause division between her and everyone around her. It is a desperate attempt to put things right, even though she can't reasonably control the actions of anyone but herself.

Alice and Steve is funny and did make me laugh out loud on several occasions. Marcia Warren is a great addition to the cast as Alice's mother, Val, who delivers some sharp takedowns when needed, and Joel Fry adds tension as Alice's husband, who has a strained relationship with her at the best of times.

We also have Alice and Daniel's son, Dom (Tyrese Eaton-Dyce), and his girlfriend, Rome (Eilidh Fisher), whose sweet dynamic provides a break from the constant drama at the center of the show.

Across six episodes, we get to witness the various family dynamics and how chaotic they are. It feels well-paced, and there's plenty of screen time for supporting cast members, too.

The relationship between Steve and Izzy is the sort of scandal that can rapidly spiral out of control, with plenty of characters weighing in even when it's really none of their business. That element of it is wildly entertaining to watch as you form your own opinions, too. Nobody in Steve and Izzy's lives is particularly enthused by their relationship, making it impossible for them to be a normal couple.

Whilst many of the decisions and narrative beats in Alice and Steve are deliberately shocking, some frustrated me more than others. This is definitely the kind of show that will have people engaged in debates around what's happening and whether or not we think it was the right thing to do. You'll know what I mean when you watch it unfold.

There's a cliffhanger to the series, too, leaving the door open for a season 2, which might never arrive. In a world of streaming, where our favorite shows sometimes get canceled, I always worry that a story will be half-told.

Even though I didn't like Alice and Steve as much as others, and would go as far as to say it was "fine", I do hope that fans get a satisfying ending. Leaving everyone in limbo after so much character-driven drama feels very cruel indeed.

You'd think last week's vacation would possibly put Rick in a better mood but, with Rick and Morty season 9 episode 3 just around the corner, don't hold your breath for a spot of calm.

In episode 2, we were introduced to Rick's alternate persona on yet another planet, called Ted. He's got no memories of Rick's life, so seems like the perfect vessel for Rick to try and switch off for once. Does this go according to plan? No — but even I couldn't have guessed that his next adventure would be to a Trader Joe's (I'm not joking).

Regardless, when does Rick and Morty season 9 episode 3 arrive on Adult Swim, Hulu, and HBO Max?

What time can I watch Rick and Morty season 9 episode 3 on Adult Swim, Hulu, and HBO Max?

Rick and Morty season 9 episode 3 will debut on Adult Swim on Sunday, June 7 at 8pm PT/11pm ET.

As for streamers, you've got two choices: Hulu and HBO Max. Episodes should appear on these platforms 24 hours after they've aired on Adult Swim, meaning you can expect episode 3 on Monday, June 8. Additionally, you'll need to look out for these timings:

• US – 12am PT / 3am ET
• Canada – 12am PT / 3am ET
• UK – 8am BST
• India – 12:30pm IST
• Singapore – 3pm SGT
• Australia – 6pm AEST
• New Zealand – 8pm NZDT

When do new episodes of Rick and Morty season 9 come out?

Rick and Morty season 9 is set to have 10 episodes. As long as there are no unexpected delays, we can expect it to have the following release schedule:

• Episode 1: out now
• Episode 2: out now
• Episode 3: June 7
• Episode 4: June 14
• Episode 5: June 21
• Episode 6: June 28
• Episode 7: July 5
• Episode 8: July 12
• Episode 9: July 19
• Episode 10: July 26

As is always the case when it comes to a Jilly Cooper story, Rivals season 2 has been throwing everything and the kitchen sink into new episodes.

That's a long-winded way of confirming that it's all been kicking off. Maud is still making incredibly bad decisions by choosing to have an affair with Corinium TV executive Tony, while wholesome lovebirds Lizzie and Freddie have never felt more distant from each other.

Rupert, who's the most well-behaved, is determined to climb back on his reputational horse after Tony's takedown on live TV in episode 3. Then there's Declan, who appears to have eyes for Cameron... despite the fact that she's been dating Rupert.

As always, it's Monica and Enid that I'm keeping my eye on. Nevertheless, when does Rivals season 2 episode 6 drop on Hulu and Disney+?

What time can I watch Rivals season 2 episode 6 on Hulu and Disney+?

Rivals season 2 episode 6 arrives on Hulu (US) and Disney+ (international) on Friday, June 5.

We can expect this to follow these standard Hulu/Disney+ time drops:

• US – 12am PT / 3am ET
• Canada – 12am PT / 3am ET
• UK – 7am BST
• India – 12:30pm IST
• Singapore – 3pm SGT
• Australia – 6pm AEST
• New Zealand – 8pm NZDT

When do new episodes of Rivals season 2 come out?

After its three-episode premiere, the three chapters that have followed have dropped on a weekly basis. That's given us the following schedule:

• Episode 1: out now
• Episode 2: out now
• Episode 3: out now
• Episode 4: out now
• Episode 5: out now
• Episode 6: June 5, 2026

However, Rivals season 2 will have 12 episodes in total, with the remaining six episodes dropping "later in the year," according to Disney+.

As a best guess, we can expect episodes to return in October.

What if I said that I preferred The Testaments to The Handmaid's Tale? What then? Frankly, there's no better time to have that opinion, as season 2 has already been renewed by Hulu and Disney+.

The news came a week before the explosive season 1 finale, which saw Becka (Mattea Conforti) get married to Garth (Brad Alexander) in order to save her reputation, Agnes' (Chase Infiniti) engagement being broken off for being too close to Dr. Grove's (Randal Edwards) murder, and Daisy (Lucy Halliday) breaking back into Gilead to help save Becka's life.

In a heartbreaking scene, we saw Becka emotionally getting married while her mother took the rap for murdering her father, with episode 9 having revealed that Becka was actually the one behind it. We've also got romantic tension brewing between Becka and Agnes, with the two sharing a kiss before the ceremony.

If you've read Margaret Atwood's original novel, you'll know that we're only part of the way through adapting it. So what can we expect from The Testaments season 2?

The Testaments season 2 release date window predictions

As of right now, release date predictions for season 2 are sketchy. Production hasn't even started yet, and we've got no idea when this might change.

Based on this, we can assume that the earliest we'd see new episodes is mid 2027, but my hunch tells me that we might be waiting until 2028.

The Testaments season 2 trailer: is there one?

Not yet, and that won't change for a while. It took us until the beginning of March 2026 to get one for season 1, so expect the first full trailer to arrive around four weeks before the second season does.

The Testaments season 2 potential cast

We're expecting the following main cast members to return for The Testaments season 2:

• Ann Dowd as Aunt Lydia Clements
• Chase Infiniti as Agnes Mackenzie
• Lucy Halliday as Daisy
• Mabel Li as Aunt Vidala
• Rowan Blanchard as Shunammite
• Mattea Conforti as Becka
• Amy Seimetz as Paula
• Elisabeth Moss as June Osborne
• Nate Corddry as Commander Mackenzie
• Brad Alexander as Garth
• Zarrin Darnell-Martin as Aunt Gabbana
• Birva Pandya as Miriam

We can expect more new faces to be announced closer to release, so keep your eyes peeled.

The Testaments season 2 plot predictions

Potential spoilers for The Testaments season 2 ahead.

If you've read the original novel, you'll know that Aunt Lydia's eventual betrayal of Gilead will likely be explored further in The Testaments season 2. We've already seen the chips starting to fall into place while she helps to save Becka and aligns herself with Daisy and Agnes.

June's youngest daughter is originally Daisy in the novel, but in the TV show, Daisy is a completely separate character. It remains to be seen if this will be addressed or if June's other daughter will be revealed as someone else.

While the plot is likely to differ from what's in the book, we can expect the Aunts to leak incriminating information about Gilead's elite into Canada, with more Mayday operatives to be revealed as the season continues.

Will there be more seasons of The Testaments?

As of writing, it's difficult to say — but depending on what season 2 includes, there could still be more scope for adaptation in season 3 and beyond. The Handmaid's Tale used Atwood's novel as a launchpad to develop over six seasons, so creative license is likely.

"I always have to think in forever terms that because you never know whether you're going to be renewed," creator Bruce Miller told TechRadar. "In the old days, they would pull your card in the middle of the day where you'd be on episode 4 of season 2, and then you wouldn't have anything left. We've been very, very generously given lots of space and time to think about our endings.

"I tried very hard to think about the characters and their stories in a much more general way. What are they doing day to day? How are they living? How are they figuring things out? So season 1 is really about Agnes awakening, and by the end, it's just the beginning.

"Every ending in Margaret's world is always a very good beginning," Miller continues. "So I think I don't think of in terms of number of seasons. But if you think of the awakening of a 14/15 year-old girl, her coming to and taking action, those things can go on for quite a quite a while.

"There's plenty of stories to tell that are based in Agnes, Daisy and Aunt Lydia's world and what challenges they are facing."

Executive producer Warren Littlefield adds, "If you're a student of Margaret's novels, and if you were a fan of The Handmaid's Tale, and then you come into Testaments, Agnes catches up by the end of the season to what you may know as a reader and a follower of our show.

"Agnes becomes aware of her roots and origin. I think that leads us to a wonderful opening of what comes next for her."

The final weekend of May 2026 is upon us, and the fifth month of the year is going out with a bang.

Indeed, with 14 new movies and TV shows landing on the world's best streaming services over the last few days, you've got plenty to wrap your eyeballs around before June arrives. As always, we've handpicked the cream of the crop from this week's new releases, so don't delay: scroll on to see what's worth watching between now and Sunday evening. — Tom Power, senior entertainment reporter

Spider-Noir (Prime Video)

Nic Cage fans, listen up! The hardworking, talented, and eccentric A-lister is not only back on your screens, but also getting his Spider-Man on again in this Prime Video live-action show, which is already out in full.

Stepping back into the shoes of this series' eponymous hero Spider-Noir (NB: this isn't the same iteration that Cage voiced in Sony's Spider-Verse films), the Amazon TV Original introduces us to superpowered private investigator Ben Reilly. Set during the prohibition era, the aging and down on his luck detective must un-retire as his superhuman alter-ego to crack a case that threatens New York's residents and the city itself.

A noir crime thriller masquerading as a superhero project, Spider-Noir is available to stream in color, as well as black and white. Personally, I'll be opting for the latter option this weekend to fully immerse myself in Spider-Noir's grimy, morally ambiguous world. — TP

• Watch Spider-Noir on Prime Video

Scream 7 (Paramount+)

Ghostface is back — again. That's right, the iconic masked killer returned for yet another round of slasher fare in Scream 7, which has finally dropped on Paramount Plus following its theatrical debut earlier this year.

This time, Neve Campbell's Sidney comes face-to-face with a new Ghostface when the latter targets Sidney's daughter Tatum (Isabel May). Campbell isn't the only individual reprising their role from a previous Scream movie, either, as she's joined by the likes of David Arquette and Courteney Cox for more horror-based action and drama.

A film shrouded in controversy following the firing of Melissa Barrera, plus the departures of fellow new and popular additions to the franchise including Jenna Ortega, Scream 7 doesn't seem to live up to past installments in the series. Still, I'm sure diehard Scream fans will get a kick out of what's on offer. — TP

• Watch Scream 7 on Paramount+

A Good Girl's Guide to Murder season 2 (Netflix)

Don't you just love when a viral book series gets adapted into an equally viral TV show? That's what happened with A Good Girl's Guide to Murder , whose first season debut in 2024 and is now back for its sophomore season on Netflix.

This time, ever-inquisitive Pip (Emma Myers) is dealing with the ramifications of discovering who really killed Andie Bell (India Lillie Davies), including releasing a popular true-crime podcast about the investigation. Think Only Murders in the Building, only without the comedy. Swap it for some serious armchair detective work and we're in business. — Jasmine Valentine, entertainment reporter

• Watch A Good Girl's Guide to Murder season 2 on Netflix

Star City (Apple TV)

For All Mankind has come to an end, but new Apple TV sci-fi show Star City is about to take its place. Created by the same team, it's not a companion series, but instead follows the Soviet Union space race from a spy thriller perspective.

Taking us back to the key moment in the "alt-history retelling" of the space race, the Apple TV Original will explore the story from behind the Iron Curtain. We'll be following the lives of the cosmonauts, the engineers, and the intelligence officers embedded among them... and, of course, a slice of espionage along the way. — JV

• Watch Star City on Apple TV

The Moment (HBO Max)

I thought this film was f*****g big in Germany? If you went absolutely feral during Brat summer like me, Charli XCX's mockumentary The Moment , which is out now on HBO Max, is the ideal way to keep reliving it.

Here, we follow a fictional popstar (played by Charli XCX) before her arena tour kicks off, exploring the cost of what it truly takes to stay on top. Expect cameos from Rachel Sennott, Alexander Skarsgård, and a quite brilliantly cast Rosanna Arquette to name just three. Can Brat summer truly be a forever thing? Probably... it's just not going to look anything like this. — JV

• Watch The Moment on HBO Max

Deli Boys season 2 (Hulu/Disney+)

Want a comedy series you can binge in under a day? Deli Boys season 2 has you covered. In season 1, brothers Raj (Saagar Shaikh) and Mir Dar (Asif Ali) found out that their late dad's local convenience store was actually a front for an international drug ring, which the pair have inherited.

In its follow-up, they're making so much money that local casino owner-turned-money launderer Max Sugar (Fred Armisen) is enlisted to help "clean" the boys' money, though Max falls in love with no-nonsense Aunt Lucky (Poorna Jagannathan) instead.

With Andrew Rannells also joining the cast as unhinged politician Andrew Chadwater, season 2 is an even bigger, bolder and more absurd version of its debut. Check it out now on Hulu and Disney+. — JV

• Watch Deli Boys season 2 on Hulu (US) and Disney+ (internationally)

Propeller One-Way Night Coach (Apple TV)

A family film that's only just over an hour long? Count me in. Propeller One-Way Night Coach is the Apple movie you've probably never heard of, but need to stream.

Following young aviation enthusiast Jeff (Clark Shotwell) and his mother, we embark with them on a cross-country flight to Hollywood that transforms into a life-changing journey filled with unexpected moments.

In the most unexpected twist, the movie is the directorial debut of one John Travolta. Don't be too shocked: this is all based on a children's book he released back in 1997. Still, I can see a lot of Grease fans getting their kids to tune in. — JV

• Watch Propeller One-Way Night Coach on Apple TV

Mild spoilers for Rivals season 2 episode 5 ahead

Rivals season 2 episode 5 is now streaming on Hulu (US) and Disney+ (international), and I fear that I'm the only fan who found it underwhelming.

Still, the "quiet before the storm" effect is exactly what I should expect from a penultimate episode, with the hit series going on a temporary hiatus after next week's episode 6. But for most of episode 5, things felt like more of the same.

Maud (Victoria Smurfitt) is still making incredibly bad decisions by choosing to have an affair with Corinium TV executive Tony (David Tennant), while wholesome lovebirds Lizzie (Katherine Parkinson) and Freddie (Danny Dyer) have never felt more distant from each other.

Surprisingly, it's Rupert (Alex Hassell) who's the most well-behaved, determined to climb back on his reputational horse after Tony's takedown on live TV in episode 3. Then there's Declan (Aiden Turner), who appears to have eyes for Cameron (Nafessa Williams)... despite the fact that she's been dating Rupert.

But none of these characters I've mentioned are the one I think has had the strongest character journey so far. And if I had to put money on it, I think said individual will be the polar opposite of who they are now when season 2 part 2 finishes airing.

Rivals season 2 episode 5 proves that Monica is the strongest character in the entire series

Frankly, Claire Rushbrook's back must be hurting from carrying the entirety of Rivals season 2 in her role as Tony's long-suffering wife, Monica. In season 1, she was downtrodden, meek and sidelined at every opportunity, while Tony's repugnant behavior meant her pet dogs were in her bed more often than her own husband.

Five episodes into season 2, however, and she's a changed woman. She has stood up to Tony to try and regain control in their marriage, leveraging his adultery in an attempt to gain the upper hand. She's hellbent on Tony remaining successful against Declan and Rupert's rival TV company Venturer, and is prepared to go rogue to make this into a reality.

This doesn't mean that her fears and insecurities have gone away, though. Episode 5 sees Tony drag Monica onto a Corinium daytime TV show to prove to the public that their marriage is a picture of health, insisting that she is given a makeover that makes her look incredibly uncomfortable. But this only allows for Enid (Selina Griffiths) to once again swoop in and save the day.

If you were paying close attention, episode 4 suggested that Monica and Enid could eventually have a romantic connection, and episode 5 only solidified this theory. After the interview, Enid comforts Monica with a signed photo of her favorite German athlete. When Monica's daughters suggests Enid is a "funny fish," Monica responds, "That's incredibly unkind. People might say that I'm a funny fish, too."

If that isn't thinly-veiled subtext for "we both find women attractive but that isn't public knowledge," I don't know what is. My hope for episode 6 and beyond is that Enid's interest allows Monica to re-find the self-confidence she had in the series 2 premiere, and eventually dump Tony to live authentically. A girl can dream, right?

Spoilers for Deli Boys season 2 ahead.

Deli Boys season 2 is now streaming on Hulu (US) and Disney+ (international), and if you haven't tried this bonkers, Gen Z-coded comedy, you haven't lived.

As we saw in season 1, brothers Raj (Saagar Shaikh) and Mir (Asif Ali) Dar found out that their late dad's local convenience store was actually a front for an international drug ring, which the pair have inherited.

In season 2, they're making so much money that local casino owner-turned-money launderer Max Sugar (Fred Armisen) is enlisted to help "clean" the boys' money, though Max falls in love with no-nonsense Aunt Lucky (Poorna Jagannathan) instead.

It's lucky — pun intended — that he did, because it's what stops him from betraying the Dars in favor of earning more money, and he is instead busted during a raid by insufferable politician Andrew Chadwater (Andrew Rannells).

But it ain't over 'til it's over, and Deli Boys season 2 ends with yet another mystery that needs solving. It means that Deli Boys season 3 is absolutely feasible... and according to executive producer Michelle Nader, a framework is already in place.

'I want people to watch all six episodes and be left burning for more'

"It's always a fingers-crossed situation," Nader says when I ask if she's keeping her fingers crossed for a Deli Boys season 3 renewal.

"I'm hoping it actually gets one. I never know what is going to happen. But we have plans, and we left season 2 on a very big cliffhanger. That hopefully makes people watch the whole six episodes and be burning for more, so that we can get to do more."

And the big cliffhanger in question? The Dar brothers and Lucky return to Max's office while he's nowhere to be seen, hoovering up the money and any other goodies that have been exposed by the raid.

But convenience store worker and friend Matthew (Jake Prizant) has accidentally eaten a poisoned pie delivered by "the eldest Dar," leaving him for dead when he arrives at Max's office to help.

"The theme of season 2 was 'more money, more problems,'" Nader explains. "There are a lot of real crises that happen in this season, and at only six episodes, it's at a really hyper pace. It's like what we did in season 1, but nuclear levels of fast... if that's even a thing."

Fingers crossed that a season 3 renewal is equally delivered at these astounding speeds.

Do you know how locked in I have to be to polish off an entire season of a TV show in less than a day — even if the episodes are short? That's exactly what happened with Deli Boys season 2, now streaming on Hulu (US) and Disney+ (international).

Given that the new comedy is such a wild ride from start to finish, my binge isn't too surprising. In season 1, brothers Raj (Saagar Shaikh) and Mir (Asif Ali) Dar found out that their late dad's local convenience store was actually a front for an international drug ring, which the pair have inherited.

In season 2, they're making so much money that local casino owner-turned-money launderer Max Sugar (Fred Armisen) is enlisted to help "clean" the boys' money, though Max falls in love with no-nonsense Aunt Lucky (Poorna Jagannathan) instead.

As you can imagine, this all goes horribly wrong by the end of episode 6, though no spoilers here. Now that things are over quickly after they've begun, what do we watch next?

Thankfully, I've got some fantastic recommendations from people who know a thing or two about how to make us laugh: the Deli Boys season 2 cast themselves.

Cunk On... — Tan France

"This is slightly random, because it's simply one of my favorite shows," France tells me. "I find Deli Boys to be quite a dark comedy, so I think start with that and then move onto the Cunk On... specials to lighten the mood. Diane Morgan is an absolute genius."

He's not wrong. The comic actress plays fictional investigative reporter Philomena Cunk, who is best known for asking genuine industry experts absurd questions with a deadpan expression. Highlights include "Was Jesus the first victim of cancel culture?" and "Which was more culturally relevant: The Renaissance or Single Ladies by Beyoncé?"

Created by Black Mirror's Charlie Brooker, specials include Cunk on Earth, Cunk on Life, and Cunk on Britain, most of which you can stream for free on YouTube. We've got Cunk on Cinema currently in production, which feels like peak television for me personally.

• Watch Cunk on... on Netflix in the US
• Watch Cunk on... on BBC iPlayer in the UK
• Watch Cunk on... on Netflix in Australia

Broad City — Lily Singh

"I feel like it has to be Broad City," Singh says. "It's another two-hander with messy characters, and I feel like that's a good viewing experience."

It's another fantastic choice. Airing from 2014 to 2019, the series follows two women throughout their daily lives in New York City. That should be as dull as dishwater, but they both manage to make the smallest and most mundane events hysterical and disturbing to watch.

Broad City propelled Ilana Glazer and Abbi Jacobson (both playing fictional versions of themselves) to global success and has been widely regarded as a "genius" comedy series that speaks to the lived experiences of millennial women. In fact, it's that good, you could probably binge the entire thing five times over and not get bored.

• Watch Broad City on Hulu in the US
• Watch Broad City on Disney+ in the UK
• Watch Broad City on Stan in Australia

Girls - Andrew Rannells

"I'm trying to give myself a plug at some point..." Rannells jokes. "So maybe Deli Boys and Girls?"

This one is a no-brainer, and not just given the obvious connection. Rannells played Elijah Krantz in the HBO Max series, who is described as "an exuberant gay man who is always in search of a good time."

That's hilariously true, and he easily steals the spotlight in Deli Boys as unhinged politician Andrew Chadwater. But Girls is also the reference point for a generation when it comes to living in the Big Apple.

There's another reason Girls makes a great double bill too: the release of Lena Dunham's new memoir Famesick. Read it as an audiobook on Spotify, and you've essentially got a triple bill.

• Watch Girls on HBO Max in the US
• Watch Girls on HBO Max in the UK
• Watch Girls on Apple TV in Australia

Spoilers for The Testaments season finale ahead.

Well, wasn't that a lot of information to take in? Luckily, we already have the knowledge that The Testaments season 2 has been greenlit, but don't think the season 1 finale has gone easy on us in the meantime.

In episode 9 of the hit Hulu and Disney+ show, we learned that Daisy (Lucy Halliday) has falsely accused Dr Grove (Randal Edwards) of sexual assault to draw attention to his legitimate abuse of a number of girls, including Agnes (Chase Infiniti). Dr Grove's daughter, Becka (Mattea Conforti), is also Agnes' best friend, breaking down in tears when Agnes tearfully tells her the truth about the assault.

The episode ends with Becka killing Dr Grove before he was about to go on trial for his crimes, with guardian Garth (Brad Alexander) reporting her to The Eyes, who take her away in a police-style van. Agnes is distraught over Garth's actions, having claimed to be helping Becka by getting her to a doctor.

The biggest question hanging over The Testaments season finale is whether Becka will live or die — but as I'll explain, the ending gave us a lot more than we bargained for.

Becka's future looks bleak — but Aunt Lydia's prison visit reveals a remarkable Handmaid's Tale cameo

The episode opens with Aunt Lydia (Ann Dowd) heading into the women's holding facility (which is basically prison) to see if she can save Becka somehow from her situation.

You need eagle eyes here, as the woman leading her into Becka's cell is none other than The Handmaid's Tale author, Margaret Atwood. Annoyingly, she only gets to say three words before she's gone: "Don't agitate her."

Aunt Lydia is shocked by what she sees, demanding that Becka's restraints be taken off. Commander Judd (Charlie Carrick) asks to speak to her, claiming that the "fallout" now needs to be managed, suggesting that Becka will be sent to the red center to become a handmaid.

As is rightly pointed out multiple times in the episode, Aunt Lydia says that while Becka "broke God's law," her father did so first. Judd is the first man in Gilead to say that this is now "irrelevant," but he won't be the last.

The news of Dr Grove's death spreads at Aunt Lydia's School for Girls, with Agnes telling Daisy, Shu (Rowan Blanchard), and Huldah (Isolde Ardies) the truth about what's happened to Becka.

The plan to save Becka is now in motion, but will it work?

Agnes starts her rescue plan by appealing to Aunt Vidala (Mabel Li), revealing that she knows the truth about Becka being taken by The Eyes.

While Vidala claims all that can be done is to "send God's will," Agnes turns the school's teachings back on her. She reminds Vidala that the Aunts are supposed to be "God's instruments," and following justice is in their teachings. "If anyone led Becka astray, it's you," Agnes ends with.

Elsewhere, Daisy starts her own mission to save Becka and the rest of Gilead's teen girls. In frustration, she asks Garth to do something proactive to save Becka, and when he declines, she quits Mayday on the spot.

Later that day, Garth listens to the Mayday radio station, with June (Elisabeth Moss) sending a message to him that Daisy will be taken care of that evening.

Commander Weston (Reed Diamond) visits Agnes ahead of their wedding to offer his time and sympathy to her after Dr. Grove's death. He claims that their problems are now shared, prompting Agnes to reveal the truth about being assaulted.

She asks Weston to somehow help Becka, and while initially skeptical, he covertly reunites her with Mrs Grove (Kate Hewlett).

Daisy prepares to die for the cause and Mrs. Grove takes the rap for Dr. Grove's death

While Becka and Mrs Grove reunite, Daisy left a message asking to wait at a meeting point. From there, she's smuggled out of Gilead in a barrel in the back of a lorry, only to emerge to find June and other Mayday members preparing a boat to leave the area.

Daisy refuses to go with them, claiming to be able to save the girls and their futures. June sees Becka as "collateral damage," claiming that they won't win the war by trying to save everyone.

Daisy doubles down on her conviction, claiming to be ready to die for the cause if it means saving her new friends. She tells June about them and mentions Agnes — and suddenly, it clicks for them both that Agnes is actually June's daughter, Hannah.

Reluctantly, June lets Daisy return to Gilead to continue her plan, unaware that Agnes' speech on Vidala has worked: she wants to work collaboratively with Lydia to save Becka and the school's reputation.

Daisy returns to Gilead late, prompting Garth to pretend to catch her smoking so she'd have a legitimate excuse for being out early. Lydia scolds Daisy in her office, with Daisy claiming it was because of the responsibility she felt after calling out Dr Grove's abuse.

Carefully, Daisy goads Lydia into doing more to actively save Becka, claiming "some mothers would kill, or die, for their children" when Lydia expresses her desire to be a mother to Gilead's "lost children."

We then cut to a secret meeting between Lydia, Vidala, Becka, and Mrs Grove. Lydia suggests that the "truth" going forward will be that Becka found Mrs Grove standing over the bathtub after killing Dr Grove, which Mrs Grove agrees to without hesitation.

Agnes' engagement is called off as Garth marries Becka to save her future — but not before Agnes and Becka kiss

Later that day, Weston calls off his engagement to Agnes, claiming that her "close ties" to the Grove scandal are something that he can't be associated with. Really, we know it's because Agnes revealed her assault, and is now seen by Weston as "sullied."

Paula (Amy Seimetz) clearly sees through Weston's vague reason, waking Agnes up that night and claiming that she "scared him off." In drunken anger, Paula reveals that Gilead originally wanted to kill Agnes as a child and send her to the resistance "piece by piece" as a warning, adding that Agnes has never been grateful for Paula's guidance and her ruined her life.

Agnes flees the house and tracks down Garth, tearfully asking him to make good on his earlier proposal and marry Becka to save her from being fallen. After some persuasion, he relents and is made a Commander beforehand.

Becka tearfully gets ready for her wedding day, with Agnes on hand to help. When the two are left alone, Agnes tells Becka that everything is going to be okay. "I know it will, because you're here," Becka responds. The two share a romantic kiss before Becka leaves.

At the same time as Becka and Garth are married with Agnes and friends watching on, Mrs Grove is sentenced to her death, and is immediately hanged.

Daisy tells Agnes that she's June Osborne's daughter and begins the next phase of her revenge

After Becka's marriage, Agnes confides in Daisy that she feels like she's ruined her life, despite the sacrifice being "worth it." Daisy tells Agnes that she's exactly like her mother, dropping the bombshell that she believes Agnes to be June's daughter, Hannah.

While Agnes immediately fails to believe this and brands June as "a terrorist," Daisy reveals that she met her mother "once," without giving away the fact that she's actively involved with Mayday. However, later that night, she finds a childhood drawing in her bedroom with the name "Hannah" written in pencil at the bottom.

The next day, Agnes is called into Lydia's office, who says that the school is dealing with an "unknown" by having a Green return to being a Plum. Lydia says that this will be a mark against her, with Agnes responding that it actually must be her second — she's June Osborne's daughter. There's an unspoken understanding between the two, with Lydia adding that June "never gave up."

Daisy smuggles a letter out to June through the school's honey supply, confirming that Becka is successfully safe. She hints at hitting Gilead "where it will hurt them the most" by building an "army" of teenage girls to take the establishment down. "Because nothing is more powerful than a teenage girl," Daisy says as the episode ends.

Season 2 predictions

If you've read the original novel, you'll know that Aunt Lydia's eventual betrayal of Gilead will likely be explored further in The Testaments season 2. We've already seen the chips starting to fall into place while she helps to save Becka, and aligning herself with Daisy and Agnes.

June's youngest daughter is originally Daisy in the novel, but in the TV show, Daisy is a completely separate character. It remains to be seen if this will be addressed or if June's other daughter will be revealed as someone else.

While the plot is likely to differ from what's in the book, we can expect the Aunts to leak incriminating information about Gilead's elite into Canada, with more Mayday operatives to be revealed as the season continues.

I've said it before, and I'll say it again: I cannot stop thinking about the fact that I've seen a close-up of Danny Dyer's bare backside in Rivals season 2.

Last week's episode was revealing in more ways than one, and not just the nude kind.

Freddie (Dyer) has been dumped by his ideal other woman, Lizzie (Katherine Parkinson), or that Declan's (Aiden) actress wife, Maud (Victoria Smuriff), is set to have an affair with rival TV exec Tony Baddingham (David Tennant).

On top of that, Rivals has just hinted at a potential lesbian romance between Tony's wife Monica (Claire Rushbrook) and Corinium board member Enid (Selina Griffiths).

But where on Earth are things heading this week, and when does Rivals season 2 episode 5 drop on Hulu and Disney+?

What time can I watch Rivals season 2 episode 5 on Hulu and Disney+?

Rivals season 2 episode 5 arrives on Hulu (US) and Disney+ (international) on May 29.

We can expect this to follow these standard Hulu/Disney+ time drops:

• US – 12am PT / 3am ET
• Canada – 12am PT / 3am ET
• UK – 7am BST
• India – 12:30pm IST
• Singapore – 3pm SGT
• Australia – 6pm AEST
• New Zealand – 8pm NZDT

When do new episodes of Rivals season 2 come out?

After its three-episode premiere, the next three episodes of Rivals season 2 will drop on a weekly basis.

This gives us the following schedule:

• Episode 1: out now
• Episode 2: out now
• Episode 3: out now
• Episode 4: out now
• Episode 5: May 29, 2026
• Episode 6: June 5, 2026

However, Rivals season 2 will have 12 episodes in total, with the remaining six episodes dropping "later in the year," according to Disney+.

As a best guess, we can expect episodes to return in October.

If you're expecting Gilead to have a full-blown revolution by the end of The Testaments, I'd guess that you're out of luck.

Following the original book by Margaret Atwood, we're not even part way through adapting the source material, so we can keep our fingers crossed for a second season to be green lit sooner rather than later.

In the meantime, there's a season finale to watch. But when does The Testaments episode 10 arrive on Hulu and Disney+?

What time can I watch The Testaments episode 10 on Hulu and Disney+?

The Testaments episode 10 drops on May 27 on Hulu (for US viewers) and Disney+ (for international viewers).

We can expect the following timed releases:

• US – 12am PT / 3am ET
• Canada – 12am PT / 3am ET
• UK – 7am BST
• India – 12:30pm IST
• Singapore – 3pm SGT
• Australia – 6pm AEST
• New Zealand – 8pm NZDT

When do new episodes of The Testaments come out?

After The Testaments' three-episode premiere, the following seven episodes will air on a weekly basis.

This gives us the following timeline:

• Episode 1: out now
• Episode 2: out now
• Episode 3: out now
• Episode 4: out now
• Episode 5: out now
• Episode 6: out now
• Episode 7: out now
• Episode 8: out now
• Episode 9: out now
• Episode 10: May 27

Spoilers for Rivals season 2 episode 4 ahead.

Now that I've binged Rivals season 2 episode 4, I cannot stop thinking about the fact that I've seen a close-up of Danny Dyer's bare backside.

Nor can I believe that Freddie (Dyer) has been dumped by ideal other woman Lizzie (Katherine Parkinson), or that Declan's (Aiden) actress wife Maud (Victoria Smuriff) is set to have an affair with rival TV exec Tony Baddingham (David Tennant).

However, none of this is what I want to explore further... because I think the most important moment in the episode will be entirely missed.

While all of the above is happening in this week's outing of the hit Hulu and Disney+ show, Tony poached Maud to star in a televised production of A Midsummer Night's Dream. Most of our ensemble cast was in the audience, including Tony's diligent yet neglected wife Monica (Claire Rushbrook).

After catching Lizzie at the show's afterparty with sopping wet hair following her swimming pool tryst with Freddie, Monica is approached by Dame Enid Spink (Selina Griffiths), who is on Corinium's executive board.

What happens next hints at the show's first lesbian romance forming before our eyes — but if I'm honest, it's not good enough for me.

'It's beautifully written and really subtle... the hints are there'

"Between you and me, I thought your Titania at school was far more exciting," Enid is seen telling Monica. "That was a long time ago," Monica responds, to which Enid says, "I remember." The two lock eyes with each other as the cameras linger on them, and the sapphic tension is ridiculously palpable.

According to writer Laura Wade, this is all on purpose. "We've got Dame Enid and Monica this series, where there's a beautiful twinkle going on between them," she tells me.

"Monica was straight in the book, Monica, but it's hinted in later books that later in life she was gay, or that she was fulfilling herself later on. So we've used that here.

She continues, "I think it's been really beautifully written, and it's really subtle. There are hints there. They never explicitly talk about the love they have for each other, but it was something they had at school. It's all sort of looks and the odd cloaked bit of dialogue in language.

"It's very tender, really beautiful. They've got each other's backs in the story, which is really nice."

But here's my issue: Rivals is a Jilly Cooper bonkbuster where everybody's at it. All the straight couple have funny, explicit and frequent sex scenes, while the show's only openly gay couple — Charles Fairburn (Gary Lamont) and Gerald Middleton (Hubert Burton) — get the same treatment.

Yet the women have to settle for "stolen looks," and that doesn't sit right with me. Sure, introducing Monica and Enid as a fully-blown lesbian romance isn't canon to Cooper's original books, but we can have a bit of creative licence here. The beloved author certainly wasn't a prude or exclusionary, put it that way.

If you're a fellow LGBTQIA+ woman left feeling dissatisfied with this, don't worry. During our interview, I asked Wade point-blank for more outright sapphic representation onscreen. Her response? "We'll find you some more lesbians in the future, though."

Happy long weekend, everyone! Well, those of you in the US and UK who'll be enjoying a three-day break from work due to Memorial Day and the late May bank holiday, anyway.

Regardless of where you live and/or how long your weekend will be, plenty of new movies and TV shows have recently landed on the world's best streaming services for you to check out. Like last week's streaming round-up, we couldn't fit the sheer volume of new releases in this article. No matter what genre you enjoy, though, I'm sure you'll find something worth watching from the below selection. — Tom Power, senior entertainment reporter

The Bride! (HBO Max)

The Bride!, Maggie Gyllenhaal's divisive Frankenstein-inspired movie that I attempted to defend in my impassioned piece, is out now on HBO Max.

Those wanting a loyal adaptation of Mary Shelley's work won't find it here, but you will find an intriguing gothic romance set against a 1930s Chicago backdrop. You'll also find stellar performances from Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale. No surprises there.

That all said, critics and many viewers weren't enamored with this one when it landed in theaters earlier this year Will you join the naysayers or actually enjoy it? Watch it this weekend and see which side of the divide you fall on. — Lucy Buglass, senior entertainment writer

• Watch The Bride! on HBO Max

The Boroughs (Netflix)

You've seen Stranger Things, now get ready for The Boroughs.

The Duffer Brothers are the executive producers of this new Netflix show and, this time, we follow the residents of a retirement community rather than local kids. Although the subjects are at the opposite end of the age spectrum, the vibes are similar, with a group of unlikely heroes banding together to stop an otherworldly threat from stealing time. At their age, it's a precious commodity indeed.

With a great cast comprising Bill Pullman, Geena Davis, Clarke Peters, Alfred Molina, Alfre Woodard, Denis O'Hare, and Jena Malone, this could be the perfect show to binge. — LB

• Watch The Boroughs on Netflix

Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan: Ghost War (Prime Video)

Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan, one of Prime Video's most underrated shows, has finally made its way from the small screen to the big screen, in the form of Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan: Ghost War. John Krasinski resumes the titular role... but this time, he's heading across the pond.

Indeed, we see Jack reunite with CIA operatives to navigate betrayal from an enemy who "knows their moves and faces a past once thought settled," as Amazon explains. In short, expect big action on an international scale.

What I particularly like here is that Ghost War is very subtly bringing back the 'Cool Britannia' aesthetic by casting Sienna Miller as its leading lady. Why did we have to stop doing that in the 2010s? — Jasmine Valentine, entertainment reporter

• Watch Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan: Ghost War on Prime Video

Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed (Apple TV)

Apple has been on a TV show-based tear recently. Indeed, from Margo's Got Money Troubles to Widow's Bay, the tech giant's streaming platform has been my go-to for small-screen offerings over the last few months.

Its latest TV Original — Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed — looks like it'll keep me glued to Apple TV, too. Billed as a dark comedy crime-thriller, it stars Tatiana Maslany as Paula, a divorced fact checker and mom of one who gets caught up in a web of lies and murder after she's blackmailed by a camboy.

Truthfully, I'll watch anything that the supremely talented Maslany is in. But, with Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed launching to near-universally positive reviews, I'll be even more locked in to a Maslany-led project than usual. — TP

• Watch Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed on Apple TV

Is This Thing On? (Disney+)

I first saw Is This Thing On? last October, and I'm still laughing at the fact that it's inspired by the life of UK comedian John Bishop.

Will Arnett plays fictional comic Alex, whose marriage to Tess (Laura Dern) is unravelling by the minute. After they separate, Alex seeks a purpose on the New York comedy scene, and discovers that he's actually pretty darn good at it. But, can he repair his broken marriage at the same time?

It's wholesome, touching, and makes you believe in the power of love all over again. And I'd like this stated on the record — Bradley Cooper is a brilliant director, no matter what you think of him. Regardless, it's out now on Disney+ internationally following its debut on Hulu stateside earlier this year. — JV

• Watch Is This Thing On? on Disney+

The Chi final season (Paramount+)

It's been eight years since The Chi first arrived on our screens via Paramount+, but now it's sadly time to say goodbye. This coming-of-age drama follows a diverse ensemble of characters who are trauma-bonded by the murder of a young boy in season 1.

Fast forward to season 8, and we can expect to face "their coldest winter ever, with life or death choices that must be made," according to Paramount. With season 7 ending with every storyline having some sort of dramatic fallout, we can expect the stakes to be raised even higher for its final outing. — JV

• Watch The Chi final season on Paramount+

Arco (Hulu)

Neon's latest animated movie Arco follows a 10-year-old boy in the year 2932, an idyllic future where humans live in the clouds and travel through time using rainbow flight suits. Sounds pretty cool, not going to lie.

Sadly for Arco, he's too young to fly, so he does what any mischievous child would do: steals his sister's suit so he can go back in time and see dinosaurs. But, when he discovers a world in peril instead, he bands together with a young girl and her robot caretaker as he sets out on a quest to return home.

Widely praised for its lovable characters and themes, this adventure movie is a great choice for the whole family to watch on Hulu. — LB

• Watch Arco on Hulu

An explosive The Testaments season finale on Hulu (US) and Disney+ (international) will be ours in a week's time, but The Testaments season 2 has already been renewed.

It feels wrong to jump for joy at the prospect of spending more time in Gilead, but to me, it's always felt as though we're only at the beginning of telling The Testaments' story.

While initially devout Agnes (Chase Infiniti) still feels at a moral crossroads, her growth throughout the season so far has been remarkable. The same can be said for pearl girl Daisy (Lucy Halliday), who is having the opposite journey thanks to her covert ties to the Mayday operation.

This may feel even more true if you've read the original novel by Margaret Atwood — it's no spoiler to say that by episode 9, we're only part way through the tale.

Speaking to creator Bruce Miller, It's clear that he couldn't agree more — and even though season 2 was renewed yesterday (May 20), the framework has been in place for a long time.

'We've generously been given a lot of time and space to think about our endings'

"I always have to think in forever terms that because you never know whether you're going to be renewed," Miller tells me. "In the old days, they would pull your card in the middle of the day where you'd be on episode 4 of season 2, and then you wouldn't have anything left. We've been very, very generously given lots of space and time to think about our endings.

"I tried very hard to think about the characters and their stories in a much more general way. What are they doing day to day? How are they living? How are they figuring things out? So season 1 is really about Agnes awakening, and by the end, it's just the beginning.

I love being right. To me, watching The Testaments so far has almost like been watching a TV pilot, with the previous eight episodes merely acting as worldbuilding context. We're not even close to the meat of the story yet, and it shows.

"Every ending in Margaret's world is always a very good beginning," Miller continues. "So I think I don't think of in terms of number of seasons. But if you think of the awakening of a 14/15 year-old girl, her coming to and taking action, those things can go on for quite a quite a while.

"There's plenty of stories to tell that are based in Agnes, Daisy and Aunt Lydia's world and what challenges they are facing."

Executive producer Warren Littlefield adds, "If you're a student of Margaret's novels, and if you were a fan of The Handmaid's Tale, and then you come into Testaments, Agnes catches up by the end of the season to what you may know as a reader and a follower of our show.

"Agnes becomes aware of her roots and origin. I think that leads us to a wonderful opening of what comes next for her."

Fingers crossed we can expect The Testaments season 2 at some point in 2027, but a release date has yet to be confirmed.

If Rupert Campbell-Black (Alex Hassell) thought he was in trouble during season 1 of Rivals, he didn't know what was coming. Rivals season 2 has launched its three-episode premiere on Hulu and Disney+... and boy was it messy.

At the end of episode 3, TV executive Tony Baddingham (David Tennant) revealed his surprise Rupert takedown live on air, with presenter Beattie (Annabel Scholey) poised to spill his deepest darkest secrets to everyone watching.

He's waiting on the sofa at home with baited breath, with only pregnant Sarah (Emily Atack) there to keep him company. But when does Rivals season 2 episodes 4 drop on Hulu and Disney+?

What time can I watch Rivals season 2 episode 4 on Hulu and Disney+?

Rivals season 2 episode 4 arrives on Hulu (US) and Disney+ (international) on May 22.

We can expect this to follow these standard Hulu/Disney+ time drops:

• US – 12am PT / 3am ET
• Canada – 12am PT / 3am ET
• UK – 7am BST
• India – 12:30pm IST
• Singapore – 3pm SGT
• Australia – 6pm AEST
• New Zealand – 8pm NZDT

When do new episodes of Rivals season 2 come out?

After its three-episode premiere, the next three episodes of Rivals season 2 will drop on a weekly basis.

This gives us the following schedule:

• Episode 1: out now
• Episode 2: out now
• Episode 3: out now
• Episode 4: May 22, 2026
• Episode 5: May 29, 2026
• Episode 6: June 5, 2026

However, Rivals season 2 will have 12 episodes in total, with the remaining six episodes dropping "later in the year," according to Disney+.

I am willing for my girl Aunt Lydia (Ann Dowd) to fully turn on Gilead, but the further we get into The Testaments, the less that I think it's going to happen.

Meanwhile, Daisy (Lucy Halliday) is rightly fixated on getting the hell out of there, while Agnes (Chase Infiniti) is still getting over the news that Becka (Mattea Conforti) is supposed to marry Garth (Brad Alexander).

Things feel a bit "quiet before the storm" to me. But when does The Testaments episode 9 arrive on Hulu and Disney+?

What time can I watch The Testaments episode 9 on Hulu and Disney+?

The Testaments episode 9 drops on May 20 on Hulu (for US viewers) and Disney+ (for international viewers).

We can expect the following timed releases:

• US – 12am PT / 3am ET
• Canada – 12am PT / 3am ET
• UK – 7am BST
• India – 12:30pm IST
• Singapore – 3pm SGT
• Australia – 6pm AEST
• New Zealand – 8pm NZDT

When do new episodes of The Testaments come out?

After The Testaments' three-episode premiere, the following seven episodes will air on a weekly basis.

This gives us the following timeline:

• Episode 1: out now
• Episode 2: out now
• Episode 3: out now
• Episode 4: out now
• Episode 5: out now
• Episode 6: out now
• Episode 7: out now
• Episode 8: out now
• Episode 9: May 20
• Episode 10: May 27

If you're watching the premiere of Rivals season 2 on Hulu (US) and Disney+ (international) this weekend and are wondering when the remaining episodes will air, I have bad news.

For the next three weeks, episodes 4-6 will air on a weekly basis — but the outstanding six episodes of season 2 won't drop until "later in the year." At the time of writing, we've got no idea when exactly that might be.

As someone who naively assumed that all 12 episodes of Rivals season 2 would be released at the same time (like season 1), the news is a gut-punch of a disappointment.

But after speaking to writer Laura Wade, not only is the reason for the split a mind-melter, but a big "plot twist" could be worst the impending delay.

'People are going to be arguing about what happens next in a very good way'

"12 episodes is a lot for people to enjoy," Wade begins. "I think that we partly wanted to drag out that enjoyment a little bit. But also from a practical point of view, it takes a long time to deliver 12 very complicated period pieces of drama.

"Do we just release the first six and crack on with finishing the second six, which is what we're doing right now? Or do we wait, an extra six months of release for 12? We didn't want to wait. Also, we've got the FIFA World Cup coming up, so we're releasing the first half before the football. Get that out of the way, and then release the second half."

Never in month of Sundays did I think I'd be writing about Rivals and football in the same sentence, but there we go. Thinking about it, it makes complete sense — both Hulu and Disney+ will be streaming matches thanks to ESPN+ getting the rights, so be prepared for a smorgasbord of sports content overtaking your accounts.

"There's something lovely about the first half of the series having spring-like stuff, then the second half having autumnal vibes," Wade continues. "On screen, it runs into Christmas, which allows us to sort of parcel it out for everybody to savour the story.

"We've got some really huge story moments coming up later in the series and it'd be lovely for those bits of story to just have a moment to sink in with viewers, building up some anticipation. There's a massive plot twist at the end of episode six. I think that's when we break off for four or five months. But I think that will keep people thinking, talking, and arguing about what's going to happen next... in a very good way."

The anticipation is almost killing me, but Wade's estimates but the second batch of Rivals episodes around October-November time. Let's see if we find out a confirmed release date by the time episode 6 drops on June 5.

Spoilers for Rivals season 2 episode 2 ahead.

It's taken until Rivals season 2 episode 2 to get a full-on polo scene in the hit Hulu and Disney+ show, but it's more than worth the wait.

With tensions between TV executive Tony Baddingham (David Tennant) and arch-nemesis lothario Rupert Campbell-Black (Alex Hassell) at an all-time high, Rupert takes to the Rutshire fields to prove exactly what he's capable of with a horse and mallet.

Both Tony's company Corinium and Declan's (Aiden Turner) fledgling rival broadcaster Venturer are competing for coverage, and things quickly get ugly. Caught up in the crossfire is presenter Sarah (Emily Atack), who has just found out she's pregnant... and it's not her husband's baby.

While getting ready to go on-air with co-anchor James (Oliver Chris), she gets her first wave of morning sickness, bringing their broadcast to a dramatic halt. However, this wasn't the detail I was fixated on.

As a polo dunce, I had no idea what a chukka was — if you're also in the dark, it refers to a period of play, like a half of a football match. So when James' pre-TV vocal warm up was "chukka chukka Chaka Khan," I assumed it was a humorous play on the intro of Khan's hit song I Feel For You:

See what I mean?

However, speaking to Chris revealed a completely different story. Not only was the line improvised, but it cost production around £8,000 to clear, avoiding a legal battle with Chaka Khan's estate.

'I had to revoice it... it didn't make any sense'

"That may have accidentally slipped out," Chris explains. "There was actually quite a big battle about that late on, it went in. These delightful things pop out all the time, and I'm really grateful that I get given a little bit of latitude to throw some stuff in every now and again. Some stuff makes it, some stuff doesn't.

"But as I said, later on there was a legal issue with Chaka Khan's estate, I think. I had to revoice it, where I just said, 'chukka chukka chukka chukka'. But it didn't make any sense. I spoke to Elliot [Hegarty], the director, and he said that we'd keep it. But they had to pay quite a lot of money to keep that one little line, about £8,000 or something."

For a moment you'd easily miss in the blink of an eye, it's a hell of an effort to make. But for Chris, it just speaks to the care, quality and craft behind Rivals as a whole.

"It's a testament. It actually says everything you need to know about Rivals," he continues. "You've got this extraordinary world, these extraordinary scripts, and here is still space for actors like me to fool around and hopefully add a little bit of something that people enjoy.

"For them to take the extra step, to keep the line included in the show, it all adds up to just an amazing viewing experience, you know?"

I do... and I'm making a pact with myself to try and never miss a small line of dialogue again, in Rivals or elsewhere.

The Bear season 5 is the last course on the hit FX Networks show's menu. Indeed, the culinary comedy-drama will bow out after serving its final meal on June 25/26, so we'll have to savor every morsel once it's released.

Before Carmy and company pre-heat the titular restaurant's stoves for the final time, you'll want to know more about The Bear's last hurrah — and this guide has got you covered. From its confirmed launch dates and likely cast, to where the story could go and whether any spin-offs could get made, here's everything we know so far about the series' forthcoming season.

The Bear season 5 release date

The Bear season 5 will debut on Thursday, June 25, in North and South America, and Friday, June 26, everywhere else.

In the US, it'll premiere on Hulu, while the rest of the world can check it out on Disney+. All eight episodes are set to drop at once, too, so you'll be able to binge-watch them all on two of the best streaming services on launch day.

The Bear season 5 trailer: is there one?

No. However, with The Bear 5 due out in just over a month, I suspect a teaser will be released very soon.

Will we get an actual trailer ahead of launch as well? Maybe, but that's dependent on how much footage FX wants to show before the final season airs. Regardless, once a trailer of some description is shared online, I'll update this section.

The Bear season 5 likely cast

Here's who I expect to see in The Bear season 5:

• Jeremy Allen White as Carmen 'Carmy' Berzatto
• Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Richard 'Richie' Jerimovich
• Ayo Edebiri as Sydney 'Syd' Adamu
• Lionel Boyce as Marcus Brooks
• Liza Colón-Zayas as Tina Marrero
• Abby Elliot as Natalie 'Sugar' Berzatto
• Matty Matheson as Neil Fak
• Edwin Lee Gibson as Ebraheim
• Oliver Platt as Jimmy 'Cicero' Kalinowski
• Jamie Lee Curtis as Donna Berzatto
• Molly Gordon as Claire Dunlap
• Corey Hendrix as Gary 'Sweeps' Woods
• Gillian Jacobs as Tiffany 'Tiff' Jerimovich
• Annabelle Toomey as Evie Jerimovich
• Chris Witaske as Pete Katinsky
• Ricky Staffieri as Theodore 'Teddy' Fak
• Will Poulter as Luca
• Rene Gube as Rene
• Sarah Ramos as Jessica
• Andrew Lopez as Garrett
• Carmen Christopher as Chester
• Robert Townsen as Robert Adamu
• Adam Shapiro as himself

Like previous seasons, there are bound to be plenty of guest stars — new and returning — who'll show up for The Bear's final round, too.

Where the latter is concerned, Bob Odenkirk's Lee, Sarah Paulson's Michelle, John Mulaney's Stevie, Brian Koppelman's Nicholas, aka 'The Computer', Rob Reiner's Albert, and Josh Hartnett's Frank seem like safe bets. Depending on how its primary story and subplots play out, it's also possible that Brie Larson's Francie, Olivia Colman's Andrea, John Cena's Sammy, and Joel McHale's David could return.

Last but by no means least, no season would be complete without Jon Bernthal's Michael 'Mikey' Berzatto appearing via flashbacks, too.

Bernthal's deceased character recently starred in a special flashback episode of The Bear, titled 'Gary', alongside Moss-Bachrach's Richie. Given that season 5 will be the show's big send-off, I highly doubt that 'Gary' is the last time we'll see Mikey before The Bear's last-ever end credits crawl.

The Bear season 5 story rumors and predictions

Full spoilers immediately follow for The Bear season 4.

Here's this season's plot brief: "The Bear season 5 picks up the morning after Sydney, Richie, and Natalie discover that Carmy has quit the food industry, leaving the restaurant to them.

"With no money, the threat of a sale, and a torrential storm in their way, the new partners must band together with the rest of the team to achieve one last service, hoping they’ll finally earn a Michelin star. Ultimately, they learn that what makes a restaurant 'perfect' might not be the food, but the people."

As the above synopsis lays out, chief among the biggest questions we have heading into this season is what lies in store for the titular restaurant and its former head chef.

Indeed, with Carmy quitting, it's now up to new co-partners Sydney, Richie, and Natalie to keep The Bear's head above water. The good times have started to flow at the eponymous eatery, but, with time running out to repay Cicero for his investment in the business, as well as the outward pressure to turn it into a success story, it'll take everyone — Carmy notwithstanding — to not only keep The Bear afloat, but ensure it becomes an established part of the Chicago food scene.

As for the retiring chef himself, he's set to embark on a journey to learn who he is outside of the kitchen, and hopefully make peace with his demons and trauma-filled past. Of course, that won't be easy, but with Carmy finally putting in the legwork to become a better and more emotionally stable person in season 4, he could get the happy ending he deserves.

Other narratives and character-driven moments need to be resolved before the series ends, too.

For one, everyone involved in the titular restaurant will continue working towards earning that elusive Michelin star that they desperately crave. Key to that will be Ebraheim's plan to expand the business's daytime sandwich window, aka The Beef, which will help increase its revenue streams.

Meanwhile, we need to see if Sydney and Richie can truly step up and become the leaders that The Bear needs them to be. Tina's growth into another vital cog in the restaurant's machine, Marcus' decision about whether to stay or leave to start his own bakery, and Natalie's juggling of her professional and personal lives are other major character arcs that have to be explored and wrapped up.

Lastly, The Bear season 5 has to address two of the show's biggest 'will they, won't they' situations – those involving Carmy and Claire, and Richie and Jessica.

Where the former is concerned, the pair reconciled after Carmy's apology, but their relationship, while now amicable, doesn't seem like it can go back to the way it was in season 2. For many viewers, keeping them apart will be a relief — after all, some of the fanbase don't like Claire as a character. Regardless, I can't see a way for Carmy and Claire to get back together, and that might be for the best.

As for Richie and Jessica, there's been a spark between them since season 3. And, with Richie's ex-wife now married to Frank, Richie's growing confidence as The Bear's Maitre d', and Richie and Jessica growing closer with each passing season, it would make sense for them to finally get together before the show ends.

Are there any spin-offs of The Bear in development?

Currently, there's been no public acknowledgement that any spin-offs are in development. It's always possible, though, that one-off specials or an offshoot could be made.

Indeed, just recently, a flashback chapter titled 'Gary', which starred Bernthal's Mikey and Moss-Bachrach's Richie, was shadow-dropped on Hulu and Disney+. Clearly, if there's a story worth telling, showrunner Christopher Storer will tell it.

Of course, whether we'll get a sequel show or other standalone episodes is up for debate. Maybe Storer will consider The Bear season 5 as the final piece of the puzzle once it airs and allow its eclectic cast of characters to proverbially ride off into the sunset. He could also decide that, with the passage of time, the time is right to reunite us with certain individuals post-The Bear, or even give us more prequel adventures regarding Mikey before The Bear's beginning.

Right now, then, nobody knows if The Bear franchise will continue after the main show's final season — but you'll certainly hear me and many other fans shout "Yes, chef!" if we're ever asked if we want to see Carmy and company again down the road.

It only took two weeks, before things are finally starting to look up for May 2026 on the world's best streaming services.

Indeed, after the recent dearth of new movies and TV shows, we've been treated to something of a deluge over the last few days. By my count, there have been 21 (!) new releases — and, while it would be fun to include them all in our latest streaming round-up, we've stuck to the usual format and compiled a list of the seven biggest ones of the week.

So, read on to find out what's made it into yet another TV series-heavy edition of our 'what to watch' list — Tom Power, senior entertainment reporter

The Punisher: One Last Kill (Disney+)

"One batch, two batch, penny and dime...". It's about time that The Punisher was the star of his own Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) project — and that time is now.

The latest MCU character to get the Disney+ TV special treatment, The Punisher: One Last Kill reunites us with the titular anti-hero following his prison break in Daredevil: Born Again's season 1 finale. Judging by One Last Kill's trailer — and its subtitle — we'll see Jon Bernthal's Frank Castle embark on another personal crusade to deal with another individual who wants him dead, too.

Already watched this Marvel Phase 6 Special Presentation and want to know how it impacts the MCU's immediate future? My The Punisher: One Last Kill ending explained article should be your next port of call. — TP

• Watch The Punisher: One Last Kill on Disney+

Devil May Cry season 2 (Netflix)

Devil May Cry's animated adaptation was a huge hit for Netflix, and now it's back and bigger than ever with its sequel season.

Devil May Cry season 2 doesn't waste any time throwing us straight into the action. Here, we see Dante and Vergil’s anticipated reunion, with their conflict making up much of the story. Dante's already got his hands full trying to prevent Hell on Earth from literally occurring without all the family drama but, hey, it's exciting for us to watch.

Those hoping for more 2000s nostalgia will be pleased, too, as there's an all-new soundtrack featuring rock legends like Papa Roach and Amy Lee from Evanescence. It's undoubtedly one of the coolest shows streaming right now. — Lucy Buglass, senior entertainment writer

• Watch Devil May Cry season 2 on Netflix

Off Campus (Prime Video)

The minute that critics said that Off Campus was less like Heated Rivalry and more like "frat bro Bridgerton," I was all in. Based on the hit books by Elle Kennedy, this Amazon TV Original follows an elite ice hockey team and the women in their lives, as they grapple with love, heartbreak, and self-discovery.

It's the perfect balance of horny and wholesome that Prime Video keeps nailing in its young adult dramas, which means it's perfect for fans of The Summer I Turned Pretty and Maxton Hall.

What's more, Off Campus has already been renewed for season 2, so it's well worth your investment in this hot and heavy eight-episode binge. — Jasmine Valentine, entertainment reporter

• Watch Off Campus on Prime Video

Dutton Ranch (Paramount+)

Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler are back, baby! Yellowstone spinoff Dutton Ranch follows the pair's relocation to Texas, taking over a small ranch that directly competes with 10 Petal, aka the local town's cattle empire run by Beulah Jackson, who's a woman Beth aptly describes as a "grizzly in Gucci." Not only do the pair go head to head, but the more that Beth and Rip settle into Texan life, the more problems they unearth.

A cross between Landman and The Madison in tone, Dutton Ranch doesn't completely neglect its Yellowstone roots — watch out for some obvious John Dutton mentions in episode 1 onwards. Before you dive in, read my Dutton Ranch review, too. -— JV

• Watch Dutton Ranch on Paramount+

The Testament of Ann Lee (Disney+)

Following its Hulu release earlier this year, this Amanda Seyfried-led historical musical drama is now available internationally on Disney+.

In it, Seyfried plays the titular character, who was the founding leader of the Shakers religious sect in the 18th century. Lee's religious movement focused on communal living, celibacy, gender equality, and functional, simple furniture. Song and dance were a huge part of their meetings, meaning this flick is the perfect way to depict Lee's life and the religious beliefs she shared with others.

Based on its 86% Rotten Tomatoes audience score, it seems viewers have been charmed by Ann Lee's story. Maybe you will be, too? — LB

• Watch The Testament of Ann Lee on Disney+

On the Roam season 2 (HBO Max)

Ever wanted to go road tripping with Jason Momoa? Now you can. After a two year hiatus, the star is back traveling once again via his HBO Max docuseries On the Roam.

Like last time, Momoa is taking a break from making movies to meet a new line up of artists and creatives, where he gets an in-depth look at their process and asks plenty of questions.

This season, we'll see Momoa meeting with Julian Schnabel, director of Basquiat, punk rock band The Bobby Lees, and Metallica legend Kirk Hammett. Episodes are released every Thursday, making it something you can look forward to each week. — LB

• Watch On the Roam season 2 on HBO Max

Rivals season 2 (Hulu/Disney+)

You know what we're missing from this lineup? An old school bonkbuster. Luckily, Rivals season 2 is on hand to fill the gap. Picking up shortly after its predecessor, though, our Rutshire ensemble's collective horniness has turned somewhat sour.

Cameron is lying low after being convinced she's killed her boss Tony after she battered him with a TV award in self-defense. Meanwhile, Lizzie and Freddie are desperately trying to hide their feelings for one another, and Sarah is trying to climb the ranks at Tony's Corinium TV station.

It's all a bit less steamy, but the stakes continue to be raised. We've only got the first three episodes (read my Rivals season 2 review on them while you're here) to stream at this stage, so keep your eyes peeled for the rest later this year. — JV

• Watch Rivals season 2 on Hulu (US) and Disney+ (internationally)

Spoilers for Rivals season 2 episode 1 ahead.

There's little I love more than an unexpected yet ingenious cameo in a TV show, and Rivals season 2 has absolutely nailed it.

This in itself is no mean feat, given that season 1 managed to surprise us with Dame Jilly Cooper herself in episode 5. But why stop there when you could add an Eastenders legend in for good measure?

In the first episode of the Hulu and Disney+ show's new season, Declan (Aiden Turner) visits wife Maud (Victoria Smurfit) while out of town performing in a new play. The pair indulges in some steamy hotel shower sex shortly afterwards, but a fight leaves Declan kicked out of the room, completely naked.

At the same time, two older women step out of their room next door, baffled at the sight of a dripping wet Declan. "Is that Terry Wogan?" one says to the other as Declan retreats — and that, friends, is Pam St. Clement, a.k.a Pat Butcher.

As far as cameos go, this one is incredibly fitting. If Pat was a real woman, she'd slide straight into Rivals like a duck to water, bringing an unbelievable amount of drama along with her.

After speaking to executive producer Alexander Lamb, the links between the two shows are more obvious than you'd think.

'This series takes you back to a place you remember... if you're old enough'

"We love Pam! We used to storyline for Pat on Eastenders, then we went away and they killed off," Lamb explains, referring to himself and fellow executive producer Dominic Treadwell-Collins.

"We stayed in touch with her. And for this little cameo park, we needed an actress. So we said, 'What about Pam?' Pat was at her total peak in 1987 on TV. We were all and tuning in to see her ruin Pete and Kathy Beale's lives on Eastenders. So it also feels that it's a nice homage to 1987.

Two fictional worlds blur together into one joyous mess before your very eyes while watching. And while it's undoubtedly the standout detail from Rivals' three-episode premiere, adding an authentic 80s touch to the show isn't new.

"I think that's always been important for us.. there's actors and characters that also are of the time. The guy who plays the bishop was very famous for being an 'Allo 'Allo! in the 80s. The newsreader in episode 1 is Simon Parkin, who used to do children's show Broom Cupboard around the same time. Now he's a Bristol-based weatherman.

"I think that's what one of the things that people really love about Rivals... takes you back to a place that you remember if you're old enough."

I was born in 1995, and all of this is still like magic to me. Can I request Angie Watts (Anita Dobson) next, please?

• Watch Rivals season 2 on Hulu (30-day free trial) (US)
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• Airs: Fridays from May 15, 2026

If you couldn't get enough of Rivals the first time around, there's plenty more big hair, backstabbing and, you guessed it, bonking being served up in its second run. US viewers can tune into season 2 of Rivals on Hulu, while it's on Disney Plus in other regions around the globe. Read on for how to watch Rivals S2 online from anywhere with a VPN.

The 1980s-set Rivals became the Dame Jilly Cooper adaptation we didn't know we needed when it took screens by storm in 2024, becoming one of the most streamed new shows of the year. Now the fiendish womanizer Rupert Campbell-Black (Alex Hassell) and obtuse TV tyrant Lord Tony Baddingham (David Tennant) get 12 episodes to recommence their titular rivalry.

But the appeal of this show is the relationships – not all sexual – of its wide range of likable characters. Will new-money Freddie (Danny Dyer) finally get it on with Lizzie (Katherine Parkinson)? Can Taggie (Bella Maclean) tame Rupert? And how will newcomer Helen Gordon (Hayley Atwell) shake up Rutshire life even more?

You can watch episodes 1-3 now on Hulu (free trial) (US) and Disney Plus (everywhere else). And below we have all the information you need on where to watch Rivals S2 online and stream every episode from wherever you are.

Can I watch Rivals season 2 for free?

Yes. Hulu offers new and some returning customers in the US their first 30-days free meaning you can watch episodes of Rivals without paying a cent.

Abroad? You can watch your usual streaming services from anywhere with a VPN. We use NordVPN – check out the discount below.

Use a VPN to watch Rivals from anywhere

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Using a VPN is incredibly simple:

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're visiting the US and want to view your usual UK service, you'd select a United Kingdom server from the list.

3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to your usual local streaming service and watch the show.

How to watch Rivals season 2 online in the US

The second season of Rivals premiered in the US on Hulu on Friday, May 15 with a triple bill. Further episodes go out one at a time in the same slot weekly for the first six instalments, with the final six arriving later in the year.

Plans start from $11.99 per month after a FREE 30-day trial, or get loads more content for just one dollar more with the Disney Plus Bundle.

Have Hulu but away when Rivals is on? You can still access your usual streaming services from anywhere by using a VPN.

How to watch Rivals S2 online in Canada, UK, Australia and worldwide

Viewers outside the US can watch Rivals S2 on Disney Plus, the show’s international home, with episodes landing from Friday, May 15. Full schedule below.

You can take a look at Disney Plus prices and plans where you are, starting for as little as CA$8.99 / £5.99 / AU$9.99 per month in Canada, the UK and Australia respectively.

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Rivals S2: FAQ

Rivals S2 episode guide

As per the Rivals season 2 release date statement from Hulu and Disney Plus: the "series will return in two six-episode batches, the first will debut on May 15 with a three-episode premiere and the second batch will follow later in the year".

As such, below is the schedule for the first six episodes:

• Episode 1 – Friday, May 15
• Episode 2 – Friday, May 15
• Episode 3 – Friday, May 15
• Episode 4 – Friday, May 22
• Episode 5 – Friday, May 29
• Episode 6 – Friday, June 5

Rivals season 2 trailer

Rivals season 2 cast

• David Tennant as Lord Tony Baddingham
• Alex Hassell as Rupert Campbell-Black
• Aidan Turner as Declan O’Hara
• Nafessa Williams as Cameron Cook
• Bella Maclean as Taggie O’Hara
• Katherine Parkinson as Lizzie Vereker
• Danny Dyer as Freddie Jones
• Victoria Smurfit as Maud O’Hara
• Claire Rushbrook as Lady Monica Baddingham
• Oliver Chris as James Vereker
• Lisa McGrillis as Valerie Jones
• Emily Atack as Sarah Stratton
• Rufus Jones as Paul Stratton
• Luca Pasqualino as Basil ‘Bas’ Baddingham
• Catriona Chandler as Caitlin O’Hara
• Annabel Scholey as Beattie Johnson
• Gary Lamont as Charles Fairburn
• Hubert Burton as Gerald Middleton
• Gabriel Tierney as Patrick O’Hara
• Lara Peake as Daysee Butler
• Bryony Hannah as Dierdre Kilpatrick
• Hayley Atwell as Helen Gordon
• Rupert Everett as Malise Gordon

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• Welcome to Wrexham season 5 premiered: Thursday, May 14 (US) / Friday, May 15 (Global)
• New episodes: Thursdays at 9pm ET / PT on FXX
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The Red Dragons are within touching distance of Premier League soccer – so how will their first season in the Championship go? US viewers can tune into season 5 of Welcome to Wrexham as it goes out on FXX or online via Hulu, while it's on Disney Plus in other regions around the globe. Read on for how to watch Welcome to Wrexham S5 online from anywhere with a VPN.

People laughed when Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney said they they dreamed of Wrexham playing in the EPL, but then their club won a historic three straight promotions all the way from the lowly National League to the second-tier Championship and the titters turned into tributes.

That leaves Phil Parkinson's dreamers just one more push to the promised land of top flight football for the first time in the club's history. To do so, the manager will have to integrate a host of new faces to the Racecourse Ground and take on their toughest on-pitch opponents yet. Season 5 also sees the Reds go on an enchanted FA Cup run, honor club legends and follow the progress of their emerging women's team.

You can watch episodes 1 & 2 now on Hulu (US) and Disney Plus (everywhere else). And below we have all the information you need on where to watch Welcome to Wrexham S5 online and stream every episode from wherever you are.

Can I watch Welcome to Wrexham season 5 for free?

Yes. Hulu offers new and some returning customers in the US their first 30-days free meaning you can watch episodes of Welcome to Wrexham without paying a cent.

And, because FXX will premiere new episodes of Welcome to Wrexham season 5 in America as well, you can access it through a cord-cutting streaming service like YouTube TV, which currently offers a 10-day free trial.

Use a VPN to watch Welcome to Wrexham from anywhere

VPNs are a handy piece of software can make your device appear as if it's back in your home country, thereby letting you unlock your usual streaming service. The best VPN right now? We recommend NordVPN – it does everything and comes with a 76% discount.

Using a VPN is incredibly simple:

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're visiting the US and want to view your usual UK service, you'd select a United Kingdom server from the list.

3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to your usual local streaming service and watch the show.

How to watch Welcome to Wrexham season 5 online in the US

The fifth season of Welcome to Wrexham premiered in the US on FXX on May 14 with a double bill. Further episodes go out one at a time on Thursdays at 9pm ET/PT.

Cord cutters can access FXX via an OTT service such as Fubo, YouTube TV and Hulu + Live TV – all of which offer new users a free trial period.

Episodes will also be available stream via the Hulu streaming service. Plans start from $11.99 per month after a FREE 30-day trial, or get loads more content for just one dollar more with the Disney Plus Bundle.

Have one of these subscriptions but away when Welcome to Wrexham is on? You can still access your usual streaming services from anywhere by using a VPN.

How to watch Welcome to Wrexham S5 online in Canada, UK, Australia and worldwide

Viewers outside the US can watch Welcome to Wrexham S5 on Disney Plus, the show’s international home, with episodes landing a day after they premiere in the US from Friday, May 15.

You can take a look at Disney Plus prices and plans where you are, starting for as little as CA$8.99 / £5.99 / AU$9.99 per month in Canada, the UK and Australia respectively.

In Canada, you also get the option to watch on cable TV on FXX at the same time as it goes out south of the border.

Away from home? You can still connect to your usual streaming services by downloading a VPN and pointing your location back to your home country

Welcome to Wrexham S5: FAQ

Welcome to Wrexham S5 episode guide

Season 5 of Welcome to Wrexham is set to consist of eight episodes, which will premiere in the US on the following schedule:

• Episode 1 – The Heart of Wrexham: Thursday, May 14
• Episode 2 – Joey Jones: Thursday, May 14
• Episode 3 – Coming Together: Thursday, May 21
• Episode 4 – Thursday, May 28
• Episode 5 – Thursday, June 4
• Episode 6 – Thursday, June 11
• Episode 7 – Thursday, June 18
• Episode 8 – Thursday, June 25

Welcome to Wrexham season 5 trailer

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Even though I'm excited for new episodes of Rivals season 2 to drop on Hulu (US) and Disney+ (international) this week, the show's return will be tinged with sadness for many fans, myself included.

Dame Jilly Cooper, author of Rivals and 10 other novels in the Rutshire Chronicles series, died in October 2025, aged 88. With season 2 of Rivals already in production by this point, thoughts quickly turned to how the series' future would be impacted by the news.

Not only was the first season of Rivals incredibly faithful to Cooper's brand of humor, smut and debauchery, but she even had a surprise cameo appearance in episode 5. Look closely, and you'll see her sitting behind Lizzie (Katherine Parkinson) in a restaurant where Lizzie is meeting her literary agent.

Rivals might be a show for viewers, but it's Cooper's creation through and through — and if you're worried about the series course-correcting away from her vision in her absence, fear not.

According to the show's creative team, not only did Cooper sign off on all 12 season 2 episode scripts — she was giving the production team notes up until a few days before her death.

'We miss her so much. It was incredibly hard'

"Jilly signed off every script of the 12 and was on set for quite a lot of production as well," executive producer Alexander Lamb tells me. "So it feels that this series totally has Jilly's seal of approval. She's an exec producer, which she's credited for, and was giving me notes on the Thursday before she died on episode 12.

"Her fingerprints are all over this series, and we'd also sat with her and talked about season 3 and the future, about how to mould the other books around Rivals. We've got her blessing on things. We've got her notes written down. She's always with us."

And thank goodness she is. The creative team doesn't just have the rights to adapt Rivals for the small screen, but the entirety of the Rutshire Chronicles. Riders, Tackle!, Apassionata, you name it... each book is ripe for adaptation (and in a way, Polo is already sneaking into view).

"Felicity Blunt (yes, the sister of Emily, married to Stanley Tucci), her agent, is sort of Jilly's representative on Earth, like the Pope is for God," Dominic Treadwell-Collins adds. "She'd sit there, go, 'I don't know if Jilly would like that.' And Jilly's assistant Amanda is also still with us and came to our cast and crew screening.

"It feels that with Amanda, Felicity and Jilly's family that we've got there, but we miss her. So much. And it was really hard. The week after she died, I had to keep writing, and my desk has presents, letters and books all from her... it was hard. Her memorial was amazing, like a really good party. She always said that a funeral is last party you ever throw, so it should be your best."

For the rest of us not in attendance, Rivals season 2 is the best kind of memorial that we could ask for. Have a few drinks and watch this group of insufferable people air their dirty laundry, and you'll be making her proud.

Rivals season 2 episodes 1-3 air on Hulu and Disney+ on May 15. Check out our full Rivals season 2 release date guide.

It's been two years since the Jilly Cooper of adaptation of Rivals first hit the small screens, and boy did it make an impression. Now, we're finally getting to see what happens next in the Rutshire Chronicles.

There's a smorgasbord of badly behaved people in this bunch, from diabolical TV boss Tony Baddingham (David Tennant) to renowned lothario Rupert Campbell-Black (Alex Hassell).

But not everybody is selling their soul to get their kicks. Newcomer Taggie (Bella Maclean) is painfully pining after Rupert, while local author Lizzie (Katherine Parkinson) secretly has the hots for married neighbor Freddie (Danny Dyer).

As you can probably guess, a lot is going to go down in these new episodes. But when do Rivals season 2 episodes 1-3 drop on Hulu and Disney+?

What time can I watch Rivals season 2 episodes 1-3 on Hulu and Disney+?

Rivals season 2 is kicking off with a three-episode premiere on May 15.

Timings haven't been confirmed yet, but we can expect them to follow these standard Hulu/Disney+ time drops:

• US – 12am PT / 3am ET
• Canada – 12am PT / 3am ET
• UK – 7am BST
• India – 12:30pm IST
• Singapore – 3pm SGT
• Australia – 6pm AEST
• New Zealand – 8pm NZDT

When do new episodes of Rivals season 2 come out?

After its three-episode premiere, the next three episodes of Rivals season 2 will drop on a weekly basis.

This gives us the following schedule:

• Episode 1: May 15, 2026
• Episode 2: May 15, 2026
• Episode 3: May 15, 2026
• Episode 4: May 22, 2026
• Episode 5: May 29, 2026
• Episode 6: June 5, 2026

However, Rivals season 2 will have 12 episodes in total, with the remaining six episodes dropping "later in the year," according to Disney+.

Dame Jilly Cooper may no longer be with us, but her legacy continues to speak for itself — and frankly, Rivals season 2 on Hulu and Disney+ is the perfect tribute to the bonkbusting chaos that's synonymous with her name.

Picking up shortly after where we left off in season one, our Rutshire ensemble's collective horniness has turned somewhat sour. Cameron (Nafessa Williams) is lying low after being convinced she's killed her boss, Tony (David Tennant), after battering him with a TV award in self-defense.

Lothario Rupert (Alex Hassell) has immediately jumped to Cameron's defense, which puts his on-off relationship with neighbor Taggie (Bella Maclean) back in the shade. Meanwhile, Lizzie (Katherine Parkinson) and Freddie (Danny Dyer) are desperately trying to hide their feelings for one another, while Sarah (Emily Atack) is trying to climb the ranks at Tony's Corinium TV station, despite some harmful obstacles.

Basically, we've got everything and the kitchen sink on the go, with some signature streamy sex scenes drizzled on top for good measure. But despite getting our pound of naked flesh out of each of the three new episodes, the gang's general air of horniness is nowhere to be seen.

In short, things are on the cusp of taking a turn for the worse in Rivals season 2, so it's almost no wonder that we're being left on tenterhooks before the remainder of the season drops later in the year. But one man's tale of desperation (Rupert's) is another's insatiable binge (ours).

Rivals season 2 opens up another hornet's nest — but it's not full of headiness or heartache

If I'm honest, I'm still not entirely sure if I love or loathe Rivals season 2's swing further into clothes-on heated rivalry. Tennant's Tony Baddingham is somehow even more odious than in season 1, intent on getting revenge against Rupert, Cameron, Declan (Aiden Turner), and even Sarah in one fell swoop.

For me, Declan and family are easily the weakest link of the season. While Declan gets lost in Cameron and Rupert's drama with Tony, wife, Maud (Victoria Smurfit), is on screen for what feels like all of two seconds. Taggie, relentlessly pining after Rupert, is starting to get tiresome, too.

But their loss means gains are made elsewhere, especially with Tony's long-suffering wife Monica (Claire Rushbrook). She's finally starting to bite back against Tony's adulterous ways, and instead of moping in bed with a pile of shaggy dogs on her lap (not a euphemism), she's starting to see the benefits. More of this energy in season two, part two, please.

Everyone else is feeling too stressed or fearful to be in desperate need of sex — so while steamy scenes are still present, they're often blink-and-you 'll-miss-them. The boisterous bonking in Rivals is both half the fun of watching and is integral to the show's DNA, so the missing heady energy is noticeable.

Dame Jilly Cooper's legacy is continuing in the safest of hands

What is clear about Rivals season 2 is that Cooper has obvious involvement over every inch of these episodes, with the bulk of production happening before her death in October 2025. Her input is clear, concise and has been carried off with aplomb, speaking to how highly the show will be treated in her absence.

What's more is that we're starting to see the seedlings of the JCU (Jilly Cooper Universe) being sown. Avid novel readers will know that Polo takes place between Cooper novels Riders and Rivals... and without giving anything away, there's an eye-popping ode to how the Rutshire Chronicles could easily be expanded into on TV.

My personal shoutouts of the season? Emily Atack's quietly devastating portrayal of Sarah's solo storyline, and the gift that keeps on giving in the form of Lizzie and Freddie's will-they-won't-they-affair. It's the most wholesome part of the salacious series, and that's considering the fact that they're literally cheating on their spouses.

Has Rivals season 2 made sure that it's the most bashful, bawdy and bonkers show available to stream? Absolutely. Is it a slight step down from season 1? Possibly. But will it likely pick back up with a vengeance later in the year? I'd put money on it.

We already know that nothing is what it seems in Gilead or The Testaments itself... but for Pearl Girl Daisy (Lucy Halliday), things are about to get all too dangerous.

She's been sent into Gilead on behalf of Mayday, and as each day passes, her secret gets closer to being revealed. Thankfully, Agnes (Chase Infiniti) is too busy being distracted by a crush that she definitely shouldn't have.

Frankly, it's all just a matter of time before disaster strikes. But when does The Testaments episode 8 arrive on Hulu and Disney+?

What time can I watch The Testaments episode 8 on Hulu and Disney+?

The Testaments episode 8 drops on May 13 on Hulu (for US viewers) and Disney+ (for international viewers).

We can expect the following timed releases:

• US – 12am PT / 3am ET
• Canada – 12am PT / 3am ET
• UK – 7am BST
• India – 12:30pm IST
• Singapore – 3pm SGT
• Australia – 6pm AEST
• New Zealand – 8pm NZDT

When do new episodes of The Testaments come out?

After The Testaments' three-episode premiere, the following seven episodes will air on a weekly basis.

This gives us the following timeline:

• Episode 1: out now
• Episode 2: out now
• Episode 3: out now
• Episode 4: out now
• Episode 5: out now
• Episode 6: out now
• Episode 7: out now
• Episode 8: May 13
• Episode 9: May 20
• Episode 10: May 27

Ready for another round of new movies and TV shows to watch at home this weekend? I bet you are.

Like last week's streaming list, there isn't a lot to choose from. Nevertheless, there's some great-looking new content to catch on the world's best streaming services, so I'm certain you'll find one or more of the seven entries below,, which cover myriad genres, to your liking. Happy watching! — Tom Power, senior entertainment reporter

Send Help (Hulu/Disney+)

Despite fan-favorite filmmaker Sam Raimi's involvement, I don't think many people predicted this castaway-style survival horror thriller to be one of 2026's best-rated new films so far. With 93% critical and 87% audiences ratings on Rotten Tomatoes, though, that's exactly what Send Help , which is out now on Hulu and Disney+, is.

Starring Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'Brien, it follows a meek corporate strategist and her nepo-baby frat-boy boss who are stranded on a desert island after a plane crash. Cue a take not unlike The Lord of the Flies — coincidentally, its latest adaptation also features in this week's round up — that up-ends the balance of power between them in an incredibly remote part of the world.

One to seek out if you're a fan of two-handers, gore, and reams of dark humor and nail-biting suspense. — TP

• Watch Send Help on Hulu (US) and Disney+ (internationally)

Lord of the Flies (Netflix)

As Tom mentioned, a new Lord of the Flies remake landed on Netflix this week, marking the first time the iconic William Goldman story has been adapted for television.

The four-part miniseries has been written by Jack Thorne, the Emmy-winning mastermind behind Adolescence. It marks the on-screen debut for many of the young cast, too, who find themselves stranded on an uninhabited island after a plane crash. Attempts to survive soon descend into brutal anarchy and, whilst it's a familiar story, I'm excited to see how this adaptation plays out. — Lucy Buglass, senior entertainment writer

• Watch Lord of the Flies on Netflix

Greenland 2: Migration (HBO Max)

Gerard Butler disaster movies are back, baby! In the sequel to 2020 release Greenland, which is out now on HBO Max, the action picks up in the aftermath of a comet strike that decimated most of the planet. Happy weekend to you.

This time, Garrity family must leave the safety of their Greenland bunker to traverse a shattered world in search of a new home. Obviously, this is about as easy as homework in a foreign language. Butler and Morena Baccarin reprise their roles from the first movie, but keep your eye out for the sneaky child recast, because Roger Dale Floyd has been swapped out for Roman Griffin Davis. — Jasmine Valentine, entertainment reporter

• Watch Greenland 2: Migration on HBO Max

Citadel season 2 (Prime Video)

Three years after its incredibly middling debut season arrived, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Stanley Tucci, and Richard Madden are back in Citadel season 2.

By the sounds of its plot, it's back and bigger (but not necessarily better) than ever. In the Amazon TV Original's latest outing, we find Mason, Nadia, and Bernard in hiding across Europe after last season's finale. But, when a terrifying new threat emerges, the three are pulled back into action once again. After all, it wouldn't be very interesting if we followed them on a sabbatical, would it? All six episodes of season 2 are available to stream on Prime Video now. — LB

• Watch Citadel season 2 on Prime Video

Legends (Netflix)

Legends is based on the real-life story of UK customs officials in the 1990s who went undercover to infiltrate criminal organizations. Across six episodes, we'll follow this group of amateurs as they put their lives on the line to bring these gangs to justice.

The Netflix show's ensemble includes Steve Coogan, Tom Burke, Hayley Squires, Aml Ameen, and Charlotte Ritchie, who step into the shoes of ordinary people taking on a terrifying task. The very thought of it has already got me on the edge of my seat. — LB

• Watch Legends on Netflix

Remarkably Bright Creatures (Netflix)

What do you get when you cross Hollywood legend Sally Field with a captive octopus, voiced by Alfred Molina? An incredibly faithful movie adaptation of Shelby Van Pelt's Remarkably Bright Creatures, that's what.

Tova (Field), an elderly widow, works night shifts as a cleaner at the local aquarium, but her life changes for good when stranger Callum (Lewis Pullman) arrives in town looking to solve an old family mystery.

Am I claiming that a marine mollusc is the new Hercule Poirot of Netflix? Possibly. But, where there are some serious questions to answer, streaming Remarkably Bright Creatures is far from hard work. — JV

• Watch Remarkably Bright Creatures on Netflix

M.I.A (Peacock/Paramount+)

We're rounding off our streaming picks list with something that is giving the best telenovela energy possible.

M.I.A follows Etta Tiger Jonze (Shannon Gisela), who wants to avenge her family's murder and become the most powerful crime queenpin in South Florida. Sounds fairly procedural... until you factor in the erratic vibes oozing out of every episode.

Between epic violence and harrowing scandal, there's a lot happening at any given time here. Luckily for us, it doesn't give us a moment to think, and keeps us on the edge of our seats in the process. You can catch it now on Peacock in the US, and Paramount+ internationally. — JV

• Watch M.I.A on Peacock (US) and Paramount+ (internationally)

We’ve only got four episodes left of The Handmaid’s Tale spinoff, and I can hardly bear to look. Agnes' (Chase Infiniti) understanding of what Gilead is actually capable of is finally starting to crack in The Testaments.

The Aunts sift through ancestry records to finalize matches, and as Aunt Lydia (Ann Dowd) looks back on how she climbed back up the ranks, Gilead tightens its grip.

With Mayday seemingly making next to no real progress, when does The Testaments episode 7 arrive on Hulu and Disney+?

What time can I watch The Testaments episode 7 on Hulu and Disney+?

The Testaments episode 7 drops on May 6 on Hulu (for US viewers) and Disney+ (for international viewers).

We can expect the following timed releases:

• US – 12am PT / 3am ET
• Canada – 12am PT / 3am ET
• UK – 7am GMT
• India – 12:30pm IST
• Singapore – 3pm SGT
• Australia – 6pm AEST
• New Zealand – 8pm NZDT

When do new episodes of The Testaments come out?

After The Testaments' three-episode premiere, the following seven episodes will air on a weekly basis.

This gives us the following timeline:

• Episode 1: out now
• Episode 2: out now
• Episode 3: out now
• Episode 4: out now
• Episode 5: out now
• Episode 6: out now
• Episode 7: May 6
• Episode 8: May 13
• Episode 9: May 20
• Episode 10: May 27

• Star Wars Day 2026 is right around the corner
• To celebrate, four Star Wars films just joined a major Disney+ rival
• Usually, Disney's primary streamer is the only place you can watch them

The 2026 edition of Star Wars Day is almost upon us — and, ahead of the now-annual May 4 celebration of Lucasfilm's iconic galaxy far, far away, four of the franchise's best films have landed on one of Disney+'s main rivals.

Ordinarily, Disney's primary streamer is the only place you can watch every Star Wars movie and TV show. However, the House of Mouse has made the surprisingly rare decision to release a few of them on another of the world's best streaming services.

So, who's the lucky platform in question? Hulu, aka Disney+'s sister streamer that's only available in the US.

Okay, Disney was never going to license Star Wars' back catalog to Netflix or Prime Video, so releasing a quartet of the sci-fi brand's films on the other streamer it owns might not be that much of a shock.

Nevertheless, the fact that Hulu has just become home to some Star Wars content is significant because, as I said, Disney+ is the only place that fans have been able to stream the franchise's various offerings. Those of you who are signed up to Hulu but not Disney+, then, should get your fill of these movies while you can — and, hey, if you don't live in the US, you can still stream every Star Wars film and TV show on Disney+.

What Star Wars movies can I watch on Hulu?

Perhaps unsurprisingly, three of the four movies that comprise the franchise's original film trilogy. For anyone who doesn't know, those are 1977's Episode IV: A New Hope, 1980's Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back, and 1983's Episode VI: Return of the Jedi.

Considering how highly regarded this trio is, plus the fact that they tell a cohesive, three-part story, it's obvious that they'd be simultaneously added to Hulu's film library — but, what's the fourth? That'll be a movie that's viewed more positively — with critics, anyway — than Return of the Jedi.

Alright, so which film is it? 2016's Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, whose 84% Rotten Tomatoes critical rating is a single percentage point higher than Return of the Jedi's. (NB: At this stage, it would be remiss of me to point out that Jedi's 94% audience score is higher than Rogue One's 87%.)

The addition of Rogue One alongside the aforementioned trio makes perfect sense, too, because its ending leads directly into A New Hope's opening sequence. So, if you watched these films back-to-back on Hulu — or Disney+, for that matter — you'll be able to see a key part of the Star Wars timeline play out in chronological order.

Speaking of watching things in order of chronology: if you're planning yet another Star Wars film marathon, be sure to read our guide on how to watch the Star Wars movies in order, especially if you're looking for a new or wildly different way to consume them.

Once you're done there, read our new Star Wars movies and shows article to see what else is in the pipeline for the legendary sci-fi series. Finally, get the full lowdown on The Mandalorian and Grogu, the first Star Wars film in nearly seven years, ahead of its May 22 launch.

• Hulu has ordered a TV show pilot of graphic novel Southern Bastards, which is currently in development
• Erin Kellyman and Kevin Bacon lead that cast, and it’s directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green
• The story follows "a determined military veteran” who journeys to Alabama in search of her father

Hulu has given fans of the graphic novel Southern Bastards by Jason Aaron and Jason Latour something to look forward to, ordering a pilot episode for a TV adaptation of the story, which the authors have described as “The Dukes of Hazzard by the Coen Brothers.”.

Per Deadline, the show is set to follow "a tenacious military vet into Craw County, Alabama, in search of her estranged father. What she finds is a murderous hornet’s nest of organized crime run by the winningest high school football coach in the South [Coach Boss].

"Roberta is a former marine [sic] who is facing charges by the military after an incident in Afghanistan. Intelligent and psychologically complex, she’s constantly trying to understand and outrun her generational trauma and inherited violence.

"When Roberta comes to Craw County, she’s just out for revenge, but if she’s going to change this county for good and topple everything Boss has built, she’s got to put down roots and find a home in the town."

Details are few and far between, but we do know who will play the three lead roles. Erin Kellyman has been cast as Roberta, and Kevin Bacon will play her father, Earl, son of the Craw County’s legendary sheriff; but it’s the casting of Tim McGraw in the role of Coach Boss is what sets up Southern Bastards as a possible rival to Yellowstone.

Tim McGraw's casting is a direct throughline to Yellowstone

If you're a longtime Yellowstone fan, you might remember McGraw starring as James Dutton in spinoff 1883 (with two appearances in season 4 of the main show).

It’s James who starts the ball rolling on the entire Dutton legacy, leaving behind a life of poverty to go in search of a better future in Montana with his wife Margaret (Faith Hill).

However, this isn't the only Yellowstone link between McGraw and Southern Bastards. It sounds like the Hulu pilot is going to be a more modern, edgy take on the neo-Western genre that’s the trademark of Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan (although neo-Southern would be more appropriate here), but casting country singers in acting roles is a textbook Sheridan move.

Just last week we reported that country star Morgan Wade was joining the cast of Dutton Ranch, while Lainey Wilson, Zach Bryan and Ryan Bingham have all featured in named roles in Yellowstone itself. Two other country singers, Riley Green and Chris Stapleton, have previously been cast in Yellowstone spinoffs.

Fingers crossed that Southern Bastards gets greenlit for a full season — we’ll share further casting, production, and release date details as and when we get them.

It's almost difficult to enjoy The Testaments when things like creepy proms are happening, but thems the breaks in Gilead.

On top of that, Gilead dentist Dr Grove (Randal Edwards) is abusing his position of power by assaulting young girls while they are unconscious.

June (Elisabeth Moss) is back, Pearl Girl Daisy (Lucy Halliday) has a hidden history, and Agnes (Chase Infinity) is still intent on believing that the regime is sacrosanct.

Mayday is still no closer to cracking the facade. But when does The Testaments episode 6 arrive on Hulu and Disney+?

What time can I watch The Testaments episode 6 on Hulu and Disney+?

The Testaments episode 6 drops on April 29 on Hulu (for US viewers) and Disney+ (for international viewers).

We can expect the following timed releases:

• US – 12am PT / 3am ET
• Canada – 12am PT / 3am ET
• UK – 7am GMT
• India – 12:30pm IST
• Singapore – 3pm SGT
• Australia – 6pm AEST
• New Zealand – 8pm NZDT

When do new episodes of The Testaments come out?

After The Testaments' three-episode premiere, the following seven episodes will air on a weekly basis.

This gives us the following timeline:

• Episode 1: out now
• Episode 2: out now
• Episode 3: out now
• Episode 4: out now
• Episode 5: out now
• Episode 6: April 29
• Episode 7: May 6
• Episode 8: May 13
• Episode 9: May 20
• Episode 10: May 27

Episode 4 of The Testaments was one for the books. Crucially, it unearthed that Gilead dentist Dr Grove (Randal Edwards) is abusing his position of power by assaulting young girls while they are unconscious.

June (Elisabeth Moss) is back, Pearl Girl Daisy (Lucy Halliday) has a hidden history and Agnes (Chase Infinity) is still intent on believing that the regime is sacrosanct.

We're now officially at the halfway stage. But when does The Testaments episode 4 arrived on Hulu and Disney+?

What time can I watch The Testaments episode 5 on Hulu and Disney+?

The Testaments episodes 4 drops on April 22 on Hulu (for US viewers) and Disney+ (for international viewers).

We can expect the following timed releases:

• US – 12am PT / 3am ET
• Canada – 12am PT / 3am ET
• UK – 7am GMT
• India – 12:30pm IST
• Singapore – 3pm SGT
• Australia – 6pm AEST
• New Zealand – 8pm NZDT

When do new episodes of The Testaments come out?

AfterThe Testaments' three-episode premiere, the following seven episodes will be airing on a weekly basis.

This gives us the following timeline:

• Episode 1: out now
• Episode 2: out now
• Episode 3: out now
• Episode 4: out now
• Episode 5: April 22
• Episode 6: April 29
• Episode 7: May 6
• Episode 8: May 13
• Episode 9: May 20
• Episode 10: May 27

• The first full trailer for Rivals season 2 has been released by Hulu and Disney+
• Explores "the war between Corinium and Venturer entering a dangerous new phase"
• The first three episodes release on May 15, with the second half of season 2 following "later in the year"

Hulu and Disney+ have released the first full trailer for Rivals season 2, which you can catch up with below.

In the first-look footage, the battle for the Central South West television franchise reaches a fever pitch as the war between Corinium and Venturer enters a dangerous new phase.

More ruthless than ever, Tony Baddingham is determined to dismantle his rivals piece by piece, weaponizing scandal and manipulating those closest to him to maintain his grip on power.

As expected, season 2 looks to be full of even more hedonistic excess, bonk-busting drama, and scandal at every turn. But both streamers seem to be playing down its release schedule.

Instead of Rivals season 2 being released in full (like season 1), it's going to be split into two batches, with only the first batch releasing on May 15.

Rivals season 2 will be released in two batches as first trailer is revealed

As Disney+ puts it, "The Hulu Original series will roll out in two six-episode batches, beginning with a three-episode premiere on May 15, followed by the second batch later this year."

This follows the same pattern that Netflix has adopted for past seasons of shows such as Emily in Paris and Virgin River. Typically, Hulu and Disney+ series normally release with a multi-episode premiere before remaining episodes follow on a weekly basis.

We have no idea yet when the rest of Rivals season 2 will drop, but our best guesses place this between August and September 2026. This gives the studios time to focus on other summer releases and build the anticipation for returning to Rutshire back up.

When it does happen, here's what we can expect: "Amidst the hedonistic glamour of 80s excess, the personal lives of our Rutshire heroes spiral into chaos. Marriages fracture under the weight of ambition, illicit affairs threaten to shatter families, and long-buried secrets ignite with explosive consequences.

"As rivalries push everyone to the brink, loyalties are tested, and hearts are broken in the pursuit of victory. But what is the true cost of war?"

Oh, how my heart has been warmed by watching Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair on Hulu (US) and Disney+ (international). I feel eight years old again in the best possible way.

If we overlook the recasting of Dewey — though this couldn't have been avoided — I'd say that the sequel series is nigh-on perfect. While everything has changed on a practical level, it feels as if no time has passed at all.

As Malcolm (Frankie Muniz) reunites with his unhinged family after years of avoiding them, the gang quickly gets back into the groove of their old hijinks. But this time, Malcolm has a family of his own, including daughter Leah (Keeley Karsten) and girlfriend Tristan (Kiana Madeira).

Unsurprisingly, the series has soared to the top of Hulu's most-watched TV shows list for the week after waiting for what felt like a lifetime for new episodes to debut. A second season hasn't been confirmed, but I'm worried by the idea the creators are most keen to run with.

Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair season 2 focusing on Leah defeats the purpose

Show creator Linwood Boomer told Collider about Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair season 2: “Well, it depends on how it does. There’s a certain number, and I don’t even know what it is, and I don’t even know what it’s measuring, but some piece of data has to hit a certain number, and if it’s one shy, they won’t ask, and if it’s one over, they will ask, but not until then."

That's more than fair enough. But between Boomer and executive producer Tracy Katsky, a second season would likely focus on Leah instead.

Boomer continued, "Keeley is an undiscovered star. As a performer, she has this crazy potential that would be silly for show business not to use.”

"She could absolutely hold a show,” Katsky Boomer told Entertainment Weekly.

Take a deep breath with me before I state the obvious: anything that doesn't center Malcolm is therefore not Malcolm in the Middle. Not only that, but Hulu is kidding itself if it thinks we care at all about these new faces.

The reason why views are skyrocketing up the charts is that after almost two decades, we're finally reuniting one of the best fictional families in television history. Finding out what happens in the future is the stuff fandoms dream of discovering, even if the result isn't exactly what they imagined.

The minute the formula changes and the family becomes decentred, views will tank. Why waste all that precious time and energy rebuilding foundations if you're immediately going to throw them away again?

If you want to give Leah her own show, be my guest — but don't make it part of Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair season 2.

It's finale week for the Scrubs reboot — and, after last week's tear-jerking episode, I'm expecting a similarly emotional final chapter for the medical sitcom's 10th season.

So, when will season 10 episode 9 come out? And what streaming platforms is it going to air on? I'll reveal the answers to those questions in this guide. So, hop to it, newbie!

What is the launch time for Scrubs season 10 episode 9?

Scrubs season 10's final installment will be released on Wednesday, April 15, at 5pm PT / 8pm ET.

Be advised, though, that the launch date and time only correspond to its debut on the US cable network ABC. After it's premiered on that channel, it'll drop on Hulu in the US and Disney+ internationally, albeit a day later on Thursday, April 16.

As for the exact time it'll come out on two of the world's best streaming services, check out the list below:

• US — Thursday, April 16 at 12am PDT / 3am EDT
• Canada — Thursday, April 16 at 12am PDT / 3am EDT
• UK — Thursday, April 16 at 8am GMT
• India — Thursday, April 16 at 12:30pm IST
• Singapore — Thursday, April 16 at 3pm SGT
• Australia — Thursday, April 16 at 5pm AEDT
• New Zealand — Thursday, April 16 at 7pm NZDT

Will there be another season of the Scrubs reboot?

There's no official report on that front yet. Indeed, there hasn't been a public announcement that Scrubs season 11 is on the way, but there are clear signs that this might not be the last we see of J.D. and company.

According to audience measurement experts Nielsen (as reported by Variety), when the series returned with a two-episode premiere in late February, it pulled in 11.4 million viewers in its first five days. That figure takes into account how many people collectively tuned in across ABC, Hulu, and Disney+.

Crucially, that figure only accounts for US viewers. With international audiences also tuning in, that number is surely even higher than what's been reported, which would further strengthen the show's case for another season to be greenlit.

Right now, though, it's unclear how successful Scrubs has been in retaining viewers, however big its global audience was. If its viewing figures have held steady throughout season 10's nine-week run, it'll have a much better chance of being renewed. However, if fans have lost interest and its viewership has plummeted, it'll be harder for its creative team to convince Disney that it deserves another outing.

Hopefully, we'll find out sooner rather than later if we'll be clocking back into Sacred Heart in the future.