Typically, at the end of every month, streamers will remove a select group of shows and movies from their respective services. However, these departing programs will be replaced with new and returning shows to fill the void. Our top choice of the week stems from Hulu. It’s a twisty crime thriller starring Emmy Rossum, who returns to television for her first starring role in nearly three years.
It’s a new month, and Taylor Sheridan has another Paramount+ show returning. This time, it’s a star-studded spy thriller returning for the show’s third season. Other highlights this weekend include a Netflix true crime documentary, an animated Batmanseries, and a harrowing drama about an unspeakable tragedy. All five shows can be streamed in the U.S.
The Bombing of Pan Am 103
A devastating look at an act of terror
Technically, The Bombing of Pan Am 103is not a new show. It premiered on BBC One in the U.K. in May 2025. However, the show is finally coming to the U.S. on Netflix, so those subscribers can gain insight into one of the world’s deadliest terrorist attacks of the last 50 years. The series chronicles the bombing of Pan Am Flight 103, which exploded over the Scottish town of Lockerbie on December 21, 1988, killing 270 people.
The Bombing of Pan Am 103focuses on the investigations from both the U.K. and the U.S. Detective Sergeant Ed McCusker (Connor Swindells), a Scottish officer, spearheads the investigation for the U.K., while U.S. FBI Special Agent Dick Marquise (Patrick J. Adams) is brought into the fold for the American perspective. It’s an insightful look into a disaster that reshaped how both nations would handle acts of terrorism going forward. It’s not an easy watch, but it’s a necessary one.
Batman: Caped Crusader season 2
Meet a young Bruce Wayne
Recently, all DC fans can talk about is Matt Reeves and the delays for The Batman: Part II.With that movie still two years away, enjoy another Gotham City story instead in the animated Batman: Caped Crusader, which returns for its second season on Prime Video. Batman: Caped Crusaderfocuses on a younger version of the superhero during his early days of vigilantism.
If you enjoy Batman (Hamish Linklater) squaring off against some of his most iconic adversaries, then this show will be right up your alley. Featured villains include Harley Quinn (Jamie Chung), the Riddler (Ronan Raftery), and the Joker (Matthew Needham). The animated show depicts a darker, grittier version of Batman that leans into its noir detective roots.
Batman: Caped Crusaderseason 2premieres on July 31 on Prime Video.
The Idaho Murders: College Nightmare
Tragedy strikes a U.S. college
Netflix seemingly releases new documentaries every month, many of which hail from the true crime genre. The Idaho Murders: College Nightmarepremiered on July 29, and it has climbed to No. 1 in Netflix’s current top 10. The documentary has clearly resonated with viewers.
In 2022, four University of Idaho students—Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Ethan Chapin, and Xana Kernodle—were killed by Bryan Kohberger. However, The Idaho Murdersis not a story about Kohberger. Instead, the filmmakers have decided to shine a spotlight on the victims as a way to remember this tragedy and honor their lives. It’s a refreshing way to present a heartbreaking documentary, and hopefully, this formula will repeat for future true crime shows.
The Idaho Murders: College Nightmareis now streaming on Netflix.
Lioness season 3
Action, violence, and espionage
I’m always impressed when I see how many shows Sheridan has in production at Paramount+. It’s what makes Sheridan one of television’s most prolific creators. While many of his shows are westerns, Lionessfeels like Sheridan’s version of James Bond starring a female CIA officer. Season 3, which is one of our top Paramount+ shows in August, continues the life-or-death mission to remove terrorist threats against the United States.
The mission has now blurred the lines for Joe McNamara (Zoe Saldaña), who struggles to separate her personal and professional lives. The trailer even shows that the nefarious criminals are willing to act in front of Joe’s family. Alongside Saldaña, Lioness’cast includes Michael Kelly as Byron Westfield, Morgan Freeman as Edwin Mullins, and Nicole Kidman as Kaitlyn Meade. I think of Lionessas the spiritual successor to Sicario,one of Sheridan’s best scripts.
Lionessseason 3premieres on August 2 on Paramount+.
Furious
The hunt for an unlikely serial killer begins
Elizabeth Meriwether has been an eclectic mix of television shows. Meriwether’s creations include New Girl, The Dropout, and Dying for Sex. Meriwether’s latest show is Furious, a thrilling crime drama and one of the top new shows on Hulu to close July.
FBI agent Alice Black (Emmy Rossum) is called on to investigate a murder that occurred on Halloween in New York City. It’s not an ordinary murder, as the audience learns that an enigmatic killer known as Catherine (Lola Petticrew) committed the crime. Catherine turns out to be a serial killer who targets wealthy men. Why? Alice believes it may be connected to a previous trafficking investigation. Furious’initial reviews have been excellent, garnering praise for its unique spin on a cat-and-mouse thriller.
Thefirst three episodes ofFuriousare now streaming on Hulu.
More shows to check out this weekend
Variety is the best aspect of streaming. If these shows don’t pique your interest, then simply find something else. Head to Prime Video and check out some forgotten Emmy-winning shows likeDaisy Jones & the SixandFleabag. If Netflix is your preferred streamer, then jump into Seinfeldand Black Mirror—both shows you can watch in any order.
