Thrilling Surprises on Hulu and Netflix
The world of streaming is always full of surprises, and this week is no exception. On Hulu, the thriller series Paradise has been keeping viewers on the edge of their seats with its twists and turns. Starring Sterling K. Brown as Xavier Collins, a secret service agent tasked with protecting President Cal Bradford (James Marsden), the show takes a dramatic turn early on, revealing that the president is dead, and Xavier, the president, and a few civilians are living in an underground bunker after the apocalypse. The series has been unfolding through flashbacks, and this week’s season finale will finally reveal who killed the president. Fans of suspense and political intrigue won’t want to miss the conclusion of this gripping story, streaming on Hulu on Tuesday.
Over on Netflix, The Leopard offers a completely different kind of drama. Based on the bestselling 1958 novel by Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa, this lush historical drama follows the Salina family, Sicilian aristocrats preparing for the arrival of Giuseppe Garibaldi’s Redshirt guerrillas in the 19th century. With its stunning locations and impeccable costumes, The Leopard is as much a visual feast as it is a deep dive into Italy’s storied past. Whether you’re a history buff or just someone who appreciates cinematic beauty, this series is worth streaming when it drops on Wednesday.
Comedy and Crime Collide in Deli Boys
Comedy fans have something to look forward to this week with the premiere of Deli Boys on Hulu. Starring Asif Ali and Saagar Shaikh as two brothers who inherit their father’s convenience store empire, the show takes a hilarious turn when they discover that the family business is actually a front for criminal activities. As they try to navigate the challenges of running a deli while dealing with the Peruvian cartel and the Italian mafia, the brothers find themselves in a world they never expected. The show promises to deliver plenty of laughs and action when it streams on Thursday.
An Inside Look at the World of Sports
Sports fans are in for a treat this week with the release of two new Series that pull back the curtain on the lives of athletes and the organizations they represent. On Monday at 9 p.m., HBO will premiere Celtics City, a documentary series that explores the history of the Boston Celtics, one of the most iconic teams in NBA history. The series takes viewers on a journey from the team’s founding in 1946 to their championship win in 2024, featuring archival footage and interviews with legendary players like Bob Cousy, Larry Bird, and current stars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. For those who can’t catch it on TV, the series will also be available to stream on Max.
Meanwhile, on Friday, Netflix will release the seventh season of Formula 1: Drive to Survive, the wildly popular docuseries that goes behind the scenes of the Formula 1 racing world. The 2024 season was one of the most exciting yet, with Max Verstappen, Lando Norris, and Charles Leclerc finishing first, second, and third, respectively. But as the series has shown time and time again, the real drama often happens off the track. This season promises to deliver all the tension, rivalries, and personalities that fans of the show have come to love.
Drama on the High Seas and in the Family Business
If you’re looking for drama, this week has no shortage of it. On ABC, the cruise-ship-slash-medical-drama Dr. Odyssey returns with the second half of its first season on Thursday at 9 p.m. Starring Joshua Jackson, the show has already proven that it’s not afraid to go big, with a captain having a heart attack during a date with Shania Twain, a medical emergency for Steph Shep’s character, and a detour to rescue a Venezuelan woman stranded at sea. With its over-the-top plot twists and larger-than-life characters, Dr. Odyssey is the kind of show that will keep you guessing—and entertained—from start to finish.
Reality TV fans, on the other hand, will want to tune in to The Traitors on Peacock, also on Thursday at 9 p.m. This season of the popular reality show has been full of betrayals, blindsides, and unexpected twists. As the season winds down, it’s anyone’s guess who will take home the cash prize. Host Alan Cumming has been serving looks throughout the season, wearing some truly wild outfits that are worth tuning in for on their own. Even after the season finale, there’s still the reunion special hosted by Andy Cohen to look forward to, where all the remaining questions will be answered.
The Final Season of The Righteous Gemstones
Finally, this week marks the beginning of the end for one of HBO’s most beloved—and dysfunctional—families. The fourth and final season of The Righteous Gemstones premieres on Sunday at 10 p.m., with Danny McBride, Adam Devine, and John Goodman returning as the world-famous televangelist family with a penchant for bad behavior. This season, the show will delve deeper into the family’s codependency as they navigate their way toward what creator Danny McBride describes as a natural conclusion to their story. In an interview with GQ, McBride explained that ending the show now felt right, as the story had reached a point of completion. Fans of the series won’t want to miss the chance to say goodbye to this love-to-hate family, and the final season will also be available to stream on Max.
Something for Everyone This Week
From the twists and turns of Paradise to the laughs of Deli Boys, the historical grandeur of The Leopard, and the behind-the-scenes looks at sports and reality TV, this week’s offerings on streaming and cable have something for everyone. Whether you’re in the mood for suspense, comedy, drama, or a little bit of everything, there’s no shortage of great shows to keep you entertained. So grab some popcorn, settle in, and get ready to binge your way through another exciting week in television.
