Get ready for a stellar streaming weekend with new releases like Vir Das’s latest comedy special, a unique Bhutanese drama, the final season of a fan-favorite romance, and more!
Your Weekend Watchlist is Here!
Vir Das: Fool Volume (Netflix)
Comedian Vir Das is back with his fifth Netflix special, “Fool Volume,” filmed across Mumbai, New Delhi, and London. He brings his signature blend of wit, wisdom, and clever nonsense to remind us that in a world taking itself too seriously, embracing your inner ‘fool’ might be the smartest move.
Vir describes this as his most personal special yet, sharing, “This is a show rewritten in silence and performed without rehearsal across the world.” Prepare for a truly unique comedic experience.
The Monk and the Gun (MUBI)
From Oscar-nominated director Pawo Choyning Dorji (“Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom”) comes “The Monk and the Gun.” This playful ensemble drama explores the fascinating clash between embracing modernity and holding onto ancient traditions.
Set in 2006, as the Kingdom of Bhutan stands on the cusp of transitioning to democracy, the story unfolds around a mock election. Meanwhile, an old lama tasks a monk with finding a gun, coinciding with an American collector’s search for a valuable firearm that ends up in the lama’s hands.
Untamed (Netflix)
“Untamed” is a gripping limited series starring Eric Bana as Kyle Turner, a special agent in the National Parks Service. His job is to enforce human law within the vast, untamed wilderness of nature.
A brutal death in Yosemite plunges Turner into an investigation that unearths dark secrets, not only within the park itself but also from his own past. Creators Mark L. Smith and Elle Smith reveal that the series aims to highlight the hidden dangers lurking just beyond Yosemite’s iconic beauty.
The Summer I Turned Pretty S3 (Prime Video)
The highly anticipated final season of “The Summer I Turned Pretty” is here! Belly (Lola Tung) is finishing her junior year of college, looking forward to another summer in Cousins Beach with her soulmate, Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno).
However, major life events bring her first love, Conrad (Christopher Briney), back into her life. Now on the brink of adulthood, Belly finds herself at a crucial crossroads, forced to decide which brother truly holds her heart. New episodes are released weekly, so you can follow Belly’s journey to the very end.
Rematch (Lionsgate Play)
Step back in time to 1997 with “Rematch,” a compelling miniseries that recreates one of history’s most iconic intellectual showdowns. Witness the moment when IBM’s pioneering supercomputer, Deep Blue, defeated world chess champion Garry Kasparov.
Directed by Yan England and starring Christian Cooke as Kasparov, this six-episode psychological drama delves into the profound limits of human intellect in an era of rapidly advancing machines. It’s a must-watch for anyone fascinated by the intersection of human genius and artificial intelligence.
- Vir Das’s “Fool Volume” marks his fifth Netflix comedy special.
- “The Monk and the Gun” offers a unique blend of drama and humor from an Oscar-nominated director.
- Eric Bana leads “Untamed,” a mystery thriller set in the beautiful yet dangerous Yosemite National Park.
- “The Summer I Turned Pretty” concludes its beloved love triangle story in its final season.
- “Rematch” dramatizes the historic chess match between Garry Kasparov and the Deep Blue supercomputer.
Whether you’re in the mood for side-splitting comedy, thought-provoking drama, or a deep dive into history, these new streaming releases offer something for everyone to enjoy this weekend.
