Are you looking for a NEW RELEASE in Film or Television to watch this weekend!? Well, That Hashtag Show has you covered in our new weekly series! So, make sure to come back each week as we compile all of our recommendations for you to check out on your days off.
NEW RELEASE FILMS
BLACK WIDOW (IN THEATERS & STREAMING ON DISNEY+)
The long-awaited solo outing for Scarlett Johansson’s beloved Marvel character Natasha Romanoff aka “Black Widow” is finally here! The film also stars Florence Pugh, David Harbour and Rachel Weisz. Although this film might be a case of too-little-too-late, critics and audiences are still overjoyed to have a new installment in the MCU. And word on the street, is that Academy Award nominee Florence Pugh nearly steals the show, in her MCU debut. It’s also nice that audiences have a choice if they want to see it on the big screen or watch it at home for that $30 premium.
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FEAR STREET PART TWO: 1978 (NETFLIX)
Netflix’s second part of their exciting horror trilogy based on the R.L. Stine books is here! The first part was a huge surprise, for both critics and audiences, and this week’s installment seems to be continuing that trend. It currently sits, at the time of writing, at an astounding 89% on Rotten Tomatoes! This time around we are transported back to summer camp in the seventies as the witch has possessed one of the counselors, who is now out for blood. For any fans of campy horror and nostalgia, the Fear Street trilogy should be right up your alley! The third, and last part of the films, which takes place in 1666, will be dropping next week.
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NEW RELEASE TV
THE WHITE LOTUS – EPISODE ONE (HBO)
The new HBO limited series from Mike White premieres its first episode this Sunday, July 11th . This dark satire will certainly be divisive among audiences for its anxiety-ridden scenes that cover a bevy of hot topics. But, this brilliantly written and directed series has one of the best ensemble casts in years and will surely garner great conversation at the watercooler. The White Lotus is the must-watch show of the summer. Tune in every Sunday to HBO, for new episodes.
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RESIDENT EVIL: INFINITE DARKNESS (NETFLIX NEW RELEASE)
This 4-episode action-horror CGI-animated series is the first foray into the popular video game series for Netflix. The streaming giant has a live-action show coming soon, but definitely make sure to not miss this! Set between the events of Resident Evil 4 and 5, fan-favorite character Leon is ordered to investigate a zombie outbreak at the White House. Although fans of the video games might appreciate this series far more than the uninitiated, the photo-realistic animation alone makes this worth checking out.
GOSSIP GIRL – EPISODE ONE (HBO Max)
This reboot of the beloved teen drama series Gossip Girl premiered its first episode on HBO Max on July 8th, with new installments dropping every Thursday. This one has been a mixed-bag with critics (leaning towards the negative), but fans of the original show will not be able to help themselves, but be enraptured by the scandal and drama. This Gossip Girl reboot definitely hasn’t found its footing yet, but it still has potential.
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Which new release films or television shows are you most excited to watch this weekend!? Have we missed anything here that you are looking forward to? Make sure to let us know in the comments.
