Full Breakdown
New Streaming Premieres and Releases for the July 17-19 Weekend
7/19/2026, 11:41:47 AM
Core Releases Across Platforms
- Apple TV+ – “Lucky” – The limited series, adapted from Marissa Stapley’s 2021 novel and scripted by Jonathan Tropper, debuted its first two episodes on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. The eight-part story follows con artist Anya Taylor-Joy as she flees a relentless FBI agent (Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor) and a ruthless crime boss (Annette Bening) after a robbery goes wrong. The remaining five episodes will air weekly on Wednesdays, concluding on August 19, 2024.
- Prime Video – “Ride or Die” – Created by Tessa Coates, the eight-episode action-adventure series is now fully available. It stars Octavia Spencer and Hannah Waddingham as lifelong friends whose bond is tested when one is revealed as an international assassin, prompting a pan-European flight. Bill Nighy and Ed Skrein appear in supporting roles.
- Netflix – “The Hawk” – A ten-episode sports comedy that premiered Thursday, July 18, 2024. Co-created by Will Ferrell, Harper Steele, and Chris Henchy, the show stars Ferrell as veteran golfer Lonnie “The Hawk” Hawkins attempting a Grand Slam comeback. The cast includes Fortune Feimster, Chris Parnell, Katelyn Tarver, David Hornsby, Luke Wilson, and Molly Shannon, who returns as Hawkins’s estranged wife.
- Netflix – “Heartstopper Forever” – The feature-length finale of the beloved romantic drama, written by creator Alice Oseman and directed by Wash Westmoreland, is now streaming. The film follows Nick (Kit Connor) as he prepares for university and Charlie (Joe Locke) as he assumes greater responsibilities at school, testing the couple’s relationship. Both leads also serve as executive producers.
Additional UK-Focused Additions
- Disney+ – “Descendants: Wicked Wonderland” – A family musical starring Kylie Cantrall, Malia Baker, Rita Ora, Brandy, and Awkwafina, directed by Kimmy Gatewood.
- ITVX / STV Player – “The Dark” – A six-part Scottish crime thriller starring Laura Donnelly as DI Monica Kennedy, with Mark Rowley as DC Connor Crawford.
- Sky & NOW – “The Five-Star Weekend” – An eight-part drama based on Elin Hilderbrand’s novel, featuring Jennifer Garner, Chloë Sevigny, Regina Hall, Gemma Chan, and D’Arcy Carden.
- Prime Video – “Jesy Nelson: Life Changing” – A documentary following former Little Mix singer Jesy Nelson as she cares for twin daughters diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy type 1 and campaigns for newborn screening in the UK.
Why These Releases Matter
The weekend’s slate showcases a blend of high-profile talent and genre variety, from crime thrillers and sports comedies to LGBTQ+ romance and family fantasy. By releasing full seasons (e.g., “Ride or Die”) alongside staggered weekly drops (“Lucky”), streaming services cater to both binge-watchers and viewers who prefer episodic anticipation. The inclusion of creator-driven projects such as “Heartstopper Forever” underscores a trend toward concluding serialized narratives with feature-length formats, offering a concise resolution without extending a series’ episode count.
Platform Availability Summary
- Apple TV+: “Lucky” (weekly Wednesdays)
- Prime Video: “Ride or Die” (full season), “Jesy Nelson: Life Changing” (documentary)
- Netflix: “The Hawk” (full season), “Heartstopper Forever” (film)
- Disney+: “Descendants: Wicked Wonderland” (film)
- ITVX / STV Player: “The Dark” (full series)
- Sky / NOW: “The Five-Star Weekend” (full series)
These releases provide a diverse set of viewing options for audiences seeking new content across drama, comedy, action, and family genres during the July 17-19 weekend.
