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6 unmissable shows you must watch this week, from a ’60s period drama to Netflix’s London-set romcom

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It’s once more the weekly update! Let’s take a peek at the exciting shows and movies heading your way, starting from July 7.

By using “once more” instead of “It’s that time again,” I aimed to make the sentence sound less formal while maintaining the original message.

If you’ve already watched all the top thrillers on our latest list and are looking for something different, check out our additional suggestions below. They range from a heartfelt period drama to a fresh and chaotic romantic comedy.

1923

Fans of Yellowstone are now able to stream the prequel series 1923 on Netflix, which means that if you’ve been eagerly anticipating diving into it, now’s your perfect opportunity!

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In the 1920s, the beloved show follows the Dutton family as they face fresh hardships due to the rapid advancement of the West, the onset of Prohibition and the beginning of the Great Depression, along with outbreaks of disease and prolonged dry spells.

These hardships force the Duttons into trying times, but just how will they survive it all?

1923 will be available to stream on Netflix on Wednesday 9 July.

Too Much

Following a painful breakup that leaves her devastated, ardent romantic Jessica, played by Megan Stalter in Hacks, embarks on a trip from New York to London. There, she finds herself captivated by the charm of indie musician Felix, portrayed by Will Sharpe, within a short span of time.

But their whirlwind love story is anything but the storybook romance she once longed for…

Brand new to Netflix this July, Too Much has been co-created by Lena Dunham.

Too Much will be available to stream on Netflix on Thursday 10 July.

Ladies in Black

During the hot days of 1961, a timid 16-year-old girl named Lisa (Clare Hughes) secures a summer job at a department store. The women who work there are affectionately referred to as ‘the ladies in black.’

Yet, beneath their friendly, welcoming faces, these women face stormy lives, as they bravely adapt to changing societies and confront complex personal hurdles that require them to balance their aspirations and self-image.

Or:

Behind the cheerful, welcoming expressions on their faces, these women are wrestling with challenging lives, as they persevere through societal changes and personal struggles, constantly juggling ambition and identity.

Both options maintain the original meaning while using more natural and easy-to-read language.

Drawing inspiration from Madeleine St John’s acclaimed novel, ‘The Women in Black,’ the story unfolds amidst the vibrant and pivotal changes of the time, capturing the essence of the iconic 1960s fashion trend.

Ladies in Black is available to stream on U from Saturday 12 July.

Sneaky Pete

Recently-freed swindler Marius (Giovanni Ribisi) encounters a major hitch in his scheme when he decides to impersonate his former cellmate, Pete, to escape a ruthless criminal seeking revenge on him.

After leaving a perilous situation, Marius unexpectedly lands in the thick of things with Pete’s troubled and chaotic relatives – a family environment that proves to be equally hazardous as the one he was attempting to flee from.

Originally produced by Bryan Cranston from “Breaking Bad”, this show made its debut in 2015 on Amazon Prime Video, and it’s now set to become available on Netflix as well.

Sneaky Pete will be available to stream on Netflix from Thursday 10 July.

The Institute

This month, a new adaptation titled “The Institute” premieres, inspired by Stephen King’s novel. The story revolves around the abduction of the brilliant teenager named Luke Ellis, portrayed by Joe Freeman.

After being kidnapped, Luke finds himself in a facility filled with other kids who mysteriously have extraordinary talents. Eventually, Luke’s journey intersects with troubled police officer Tim Jamieson (played by Ben Barnes), disrupting Tim’s pursuit of a peaceful existence.

The Institute is available to stream on MGM+ via Prime Video Sunday 13 July.

Ballard

After the crime drama “Bosch: Legacy,” we move to another series titled “Ballard.” In this show, the main character is detective Renée Ballad (played by Maggie Q), who has recently been demoted and decides to tackle seemingly unsolvable cold cases.

In her exploration of long-neglected case files, Ballard uncovers a link between numerous investigations and the LAPD itself, hinting at corruption nestled within their ranks.

Now Ballard and her assembled crew of misfits must work to solve the case from the inside.

Ballard is available to steam from Wednesday 9 July on Prime video.

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2025-07-06 14:49

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