June Newsletter

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In this month’s newsletter:

• All the series to look out for in June

• What I watched in May with reviews

• Industry news and announcements

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NEW THIS MONTH
The Bear, The Gilded Age, & New Summer Dramas

Thursday, May 29
Hacks (HBO Max, Season 4 finale)*
And Just Like That… (HBO Max, Season 3, 8/14 finale)

Friday, May 30
Your Friends and Neighbors (Apple TV+, finale)

Tuesday, June 3
Ginny & Georgia (Netflix, Season 3)

Wednesday, June 4
Stick (Apple TV+, new sports comedy series starring Owen Wilson, 7/23 finale)**
Power Moves with Shaquille O’Neal (Netflix, new docuseries)

Friday, June 6
Clarkson’s Farm (Prime Video, Season 4 finale)*

Tuesday, June 10
Call Her Alex (Hulu, 2-part docuseries on podcaster, Alex Cooper)

Thursday, June 12
Fubar (Netflix, Season 2)

Friday, June 13
Echo Valley (Thriller starring Julianne Moore & Sydney Sweeney, Apple TV+)
Materialists (Romantic Drama starring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, & Pedro Pascal, Theatrical release)

Wednesday, June 18
The Buccaneers (Apple TV+, Season 2, 8/6 finale)
We Were Liars (Prime Video, new thriller series)

Thursday, June 19 
The Waterfront (Netflix, new family drama series)

Sunday, June 22
The Gilded Age (HBO, Season 3, 8/10 finale)*

Tuesday, June 24
Ironheart (Disney+, new Marvel series)

Wednesday, June 25
The Bear (FX/Hulu, Season 4)*
Countdown (Prime Video, new crime drama series)

Thursday, June 26
Welcome to Wrexham (FX/Hulu, Season 4 finale)*

Friday, June 27
F1: The Movie (New sports action/drama starring Brad Pitt, Theatrical release)
Squid Game (Netflix, Season 3; final season, watch the trailer)
Smoke (Apple TV+, new crime drama series starring Taron Egerton, 8/15 finale)

*Substream Top Pick
**Substream Most Anticipated New Series

MAY REVIEWS
To Binge or Not to Binge

Overcompensating
Former high school football player and golden boy, closeted Benny becomes fast friends with Carmen on their first day of college. Together the two navigate his sexuality, horrible hookups, and fake IDs. This show is a hilarious and fun breath of fresh air with heart and sincerity. An absolute must-watch. All episodes of season one are streaming now on Prime Video with no news yet on a second season.

The Studio
Matt Remick (Seth Rogan) is the newly appointed head of Continental Studios. Desperate for celebrity approval, he and his executive team at the movie studio must juggle corporate demands with creative ambitions. The series is laugh-out-loud funny and packed with epic cameos of actors and directors playing themselves. A must-watch for anyone remotely interested in the film industry. All episodes now streaming on Apple TV+ and renewed for a second season!

Hacks
The award-winning comedy series wrapped up season four at the end of May, and it did not disappoint. If you’re not familiar, the show follows the relationship that forms between a legendary comic (Jean Smart), and an entitled, outcast 25-year-old comedy writer (Hannah Einbinder) — and they have a lot to learn from each other. If you haven’t already, give this a watch. Seasons 1-4 now streaming on HBO Max and renewed for a fifth season.

Sirens
A new limited series thriller starring Meghann Fahy as Devon Dewitt, older sister to Simone (Milly Alcock), who hasn’t been answering her calls. Concerned, Devon shows up at the lavish seaside estate where Simone has been working, and discovers her sister’s troubling relationship with her new boss. Intriguing and well-paced with strong performances, this is the perfect summer drama to sink your teeth into. Streaming now on Netflix.

Wear Whatever The F You Want
The antithesis of TLC’s What Not to Wear (2003-2013), Stacy London and Clinton Kelly have reunited in a new streaming series to help people find their unique style. With their highly publicized feud in the past, the duo is stronger than ever. The new series offers a hefty dose of nostalgia while providing a modern take on fashion and personal style. You can stream the full first season now on Prime Video.

The Four Seasons
A new series from Tina Fey about the decades-long friendship between three married couples is tested when one divorces, complicating their tradition of quarterly weekend getaways. Strong performances and a solid storyline make this well worth watching but it should be noted — the series is just as much a drama as it is a comedy. Streaming now on Netflix and renewed for a second season.

The Accountant 2
Forensic accountant Christian Wolff (Ben Affleck) teams up with his estranged but highly lethal brother (Job Bernthal) to track down mysterious assassins. Genuinely fun to watch, this is almost equal parts comedy and action — and I enjoyed every minute. Now playing in theaters.

Nonnas
After losing his beloved mother, Joe Scaravella (Vince Vaughn) risks everything to honor her by opening an Italian restaurant with actual grandmothers, as the chefs. Cute, sweet, and surprisingly based on a true story. Streaming now on Netflix.

Past Lives (2023)
Two deeply connected childhood friends, are separated after one’s family emigrates to the US from South Korea. Decades later, they are reunited to confront destiny and the choices they’ve made while apart. Beautifully nuanced and culturally rich, this has my highest recommendation. Streaming now on Netflix.

Single Parents (2018-2020)
An ensemble comedy following four single parents as they lean on each other to help raise their 7-year-olds. Leighton Meester stars as one of the parents with several cameos by her husband, Adam Brody, playing her ex and father of her child. This is a great show if you’re looking for something light and fun — and the kids are genuinely funny. Streaming now on Hulu.

The Kingsman (2014, 2017, 2021)
This action-packed spy film franchise is so much fun. With a certain sense of humor and British quirkiness, these were much funnier than I expected. Far-fetched plot lines and spy gadgets somehow only add to their charm. Newly added to Hulu, give these a try if you haven’t already.

STREAMING NEWS
Sneak Peeks & Renewals & Reboots, Oh My!

Harry Potter Series
HBO announced the casting of Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley. More than 30,000 actors auditioned for the lead roles since the open casting call last fall. Filming is set to begin this summer.

Stranger Things
Netflix finally announced the release dates for the fifth and final season of Stranger Things. Part 1 drops November 26, part 2 December 25, and the finale on New Year’s Eve. The 8-episode season will conclude the story of Eleven and the Hawkins crew.

The Devil Wears Prada 2
Disney has officially set a May 1, 2026 theatrical release date for the sequel announced last July. Reportedly, the next chapter follows Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep) as she navigates her career amid the decline of traditional magazine publishing. The cast has yet to be officially confirmed.

Bridgerton
On May 14, Netflix announced Bridgerton was renewed for fifth and sixth seasons, and confirmed a 2026 premiere for season four. You can view the latest season four sneak peek here.

The Terminal List: Dark Wolf
Prime Video announced an August 27 release date for the prequel to the 2022 action-drama series starring Chris Pratt and Taylor Kitsch with the finale landing on September 24. You can check out the first look here and binge the full first season of The Terminal List now on Prime Video.

Lupin
Netflix has confirmed a fourth season of the hit French series about gentleman thief, Assane Diop (Omar Sy). Production has begun in Paris.

Practical Magic 2
Warner Brothers has officially announced a September 18, 2026 release date for the sequel to the 1998 witchy comedy. Joey King is in negotiations to star alongside Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman who will reprise their roles as Sally and Gillian Owens.

Scrubs Reboot
Zach Braff is confirmed to return for the reboot of the beloved medical comedy series currently in development at ABC from 20th Television.

Buffy Reboot
Ryan Kiera Armstrong will star opposite Sarah Michelle Gellar in the Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot in the works at Hulu.

Netflix Returning Favorites, Upcoming 2025 & Beyond:
Wednesday, Season 2 (Part 1 August 6 & Part 2 September 3)
Stranger Things, Season 5 (Part 1 November 26, Part 2 December 25, Finale New Year’s Eve)
3 Body Problem, Season 2
A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder, Season 2
A Man on the Inside, Season 2
BEEF, Season 2
The Diplomat, Season 3
Emily in Paris, Season 5
The Four Seasons, Season 2
The Gentlemen, Season 2
The Lincoln Lawyer, Season 4
My Life with the Walter Boys, Season 2
Outer Banks, Season 5
Running Point, Season 2
Virgin River, Season 7
The Witcher, Season 4
With Love, Meghan, Season 2
XO, Kitty, Season 3

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