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Stuart Fails to Save the Universe premieres July 23 on HBO Max. Comic book store owner Stuart Bloom is tasked with restoring reality after he breaks a device built by Sheldon and Leonard, accidentally bringing about a multiverse Armageddon. Stuart is aided in this quest by his girlfriend Denise, geologist friend Bert, and quantum physicist/all-around pain in the ass Barry Kripke. Along the way, they meet alternate-universe versions of characters we’ve come to know and love from The Big Bang Theory. As the title implies, things don’t go well. The series stars Kevin Sussman (Stuart), Lauren Lapkus (Denise), Brian Posehn (Bert), and John Ross Bowie (Kripke).
Season six of Tyler Perry’s Ruthless premieres June 30 on Paramount+. The series returns with rising tension and shifting power dynamics inside the Rakudushis compound. As loyalties fracture and outside forces close in, Ruth’s growing influence over The Highest begins to reshape the future of the cult from within. With trust eroding, dangerous new allies entering the fold, and the FBI escalating its pressure, the compound descends further into chaos – all building toward a shocking and unforgettable confrontation.
Netflix has unveiled its upcoming anime slate. Bass x Machina will premiere November 3. In a lawless Steampunk West overrun by brutal outlaws, machines, and supernatural terrors, a father is forced to become judge, jury, and executioner – knowing that every act of justice meant to protect his family may ultimately cost him the very people he’s fighting to save. Season two of Blue Eye Samurai is coming soon. Mizu’s bloody quest continues in London, where she faces new friends, old foes, and her own demons. In Japan, Akemi and Taigen navigate Edo Castle under a dangerous new Shogun, while Ringo searches for new purpose. Fool Night will premiere in 2026. Transfloration – a technology that implants seeds into the bodies of those near death, transforming them into plants. It is the desperate measure humanity has chosen to ensure its survival. In a distant future where thick clouds cover the sky, trapping Earth in constant winter and night, most of the planet’s vegetation has withered away. Facing a serious oxygen shortage, humanity has built a society that relies on the meager amount of oxygen provided by Transfloration. A young man, Toshiro Kamiya, lives in poverty and works hard to pay taxes, cover living expenses, and afford medication for his mentally ill mother. However, the cruel reality around him gradually eats away at his hope. In this dark world full of despair, he chooses the path of the “Spiriflor” – the plants that humans transform into. Sparks of Tomorrow premieres July 5. In an alternate version of the early 20th century where technological progress evolved along a different path shaped by steam power, Kyoto is blanketed in constant smoke. A boy, hardened by the loss of his brother, grows distrustful after their shared dream of an “Age of Electricity” is cut short. A deeply devout girl hides her dreams and regrets for her deceased mother deep within her heart. When the two cross paths, they set about exploring the secrets of the 20th Century Electrical Catalog, a glimpse into the future they long for. Together, they must confront their pasts and carve a path toward the future they once believed in. The One Piece will premiere February 2027. The brand new anime adaptation starts from the very beginning of the original manga’s East Blue saga. Separate from the TV anime series that has charged full speed ahead over the course of more than 25 years, this series taps into the expressive potential of modern technology to offer a familiar yet fresh take on the
Peacock has canceled Ponies after one season. Moscow, 1977. Two “PONIES” (“persons of no interest” in intelligence speak) work anonymously as secretaries in the American Embassy. That is until their husbands are killed under mysterious circumstances in the USSR, and the pair become CIA operatives. Bea (Emilia Clarke) is an over-educated, Russian-speaking child of Soviet immigrants. Her cohort, Twila (Haley Lu Richardson), is a small-town girl who is as abrasive as she is fearless. Together, they work to uncover a vast Cold War conspiracy and solve the mystery that made them widows in the first place.
Ron Perlman has joined the cast of Cross. Perlman will recur on the Prime Video series as a cop in therapy.
Terry Crews will host America’s largest Independence Day celebration for the 50th Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks special. The telecast will air live on Saturday, July 4 (8-10 p.m. ET/PT) on NBC and simulcast live on Peacock. The star-studded event will feature performances by Noah Kahan, Post Malone, Salt-N-Pepa, Bebe Rexha, Shaboozey and Blake Shelton. The celebration will include more than 85,000 shells in 30 vibrant colors – paired with a laser show from the Brooklyn Bridge – to deliver breathtaking, awe-inspiring effects. The display will expand to both the lower East River in the Seaport District, the lower Hudson River in collaboration with Jersey City and the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, firing from six barges and providing miles of prime public viewing to create a shared experience that connects more communities than ever.
Hot Ones: Extra Heat will premiere on Netflix July 13. The new series kicks off with its first episode debuting immediately following Netflix’s 8 p.m. EST live stream of the T-Mobile Home Run Derby. The first set of guests will include Will Ferrell, Fortune Feimster and Jimmy Tatro, who star in the upcoming Netflix comedy series The Hawk. The series brings the critically-acclaimed Hot Ones interview format out of the studio and into the world’s biggest cultural moments. Hosted by Sean Evans, each 30-minute special brings the signature 10-wing challenge and deeply researched conversations to unique on-location settings inspired by major tentpole moments on Netflix – from live sporting events to film and series launches. Along the way, Sean and his guests take part in exclusive segments tailored to each destination, with surprise appearances adding even more heat. Designed as an extension of the ongoing YouTube series, Hot Ones: Extra Heat brings the show’s unmistakable blend of spice and substance directly into the must-watch events everyone will already be talking about.
Supermutant Magic Academy will premiere on adult swim in 2027. The animated comedy/teen melodrama is about the unusual humans and mutants that attend an ailing public boarding school. Between alchemy class, dodgeball, and theatre club, unlikely friends Marsha and Wendy wrestle with the mysteries of the teenage heart (and dragons).
The CW will be the exclusive broadcast partner for both the 2026 Miss Teen USA competition on Wednesday, August 26 (8:00-10:00pm ET) and the Miss USA 75th Diamond Celebration on Thursday, August 27 (8:00-10:00pm ET). Both competitions will air live from the Ziff Ballet Opera House at the renowned Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts in Miami, marking the return of the two competitions to The CW for the first time since 2024. In each competition, 51 of the most accomplished young women in the country – representing all 50 states and the District of Columbia – will compete for the world-renowned titles of Miss Teen USA and Miss USA. Following her crowning, the new Miss Teen USA will travel to Phnom Penh, Cambodia, where she will compete – for the first time in history – in the international Miss Teen Universe competition in late October. The newly crowned Miss USA will then make her journey to the Miss Universe competition, hosted this year in November in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Together, the Miss Teen USA and Miss USA telecasts will give The CW’s national audience a front-row seat to two of the most accomplished classes of titleholders in the history of either competition.
Netflix has officially greenlit its upcoming medical series First Doctor. It is a medical drama centered on a pediatric surgery unit on the verge of closure, and the people who battle through yet another crisis to protect the most fragile lives. Beyond medical tropes, the series will focus on an intense systemic crisis and profound human connection, delivering a deeply moving look at the people who refuse to give up on saving lives.
Rabbit Hole premieres July 13 on Disney+ and hulu. It is the first-of-its-kind variety show for the digital generation, where the biggest creators for teens collide in the most epic collabs, unpredictable challenges, and scroll-stopping shorts. High stakes, high chaos, hi-larious. Headlining the series is a dynamic ensemble of the most followed and influential creators for teens across YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and Twitch, with a combined reach of 675M followers across social and digital platforms. The 36-member cast includes Topper Guild (127.9M), Zhong (100M), ZHC (76.1M), Collins Key (48.8M), Jesser (52.9M), That’s Amazing (41.1M), Dan Rhodes (38.3M), Josh Peck (38.4M), Sofie Dossi (28.6M), EvanTube (17.7M), Mackenzie Turner (13.1M), Papa Jake (10.2M), Matthew Beem (9.2M), PrettyBored (2.8M), and ExtraEmily (2.6M). The series also features exclusive short content from creators like Hero DW (16.3M), Cozy Ivn (15.4M), Shaquan Parson (9.1M), Maddi Winter (6.5M), Andymation (5.8M), Fulton Lee (4.8M), Yung Astroo (3.5M), and Space Skits (2.3M).
New Danish thriller The Secret Woman premieres August 28 on Netflix. The twist-filled thriller centers on Louise Andersen, whose peaceful life on a Norwegian island is shattered when a stranger insists she is actually Helene Söderberg, a woman who vanished from Denmark three years ago. Forced to question her identity, she leaves the man she loves to uncover the truth about her mysterious past.
The 2026 MLB Home Run Derby will air live on Netflix, July 13. Baseball’s loudest night meets the world’s biggest stage. Towering home runs, superstar swagger, pure thwack, now amplified into a global live event with the spotlight it’s always deserved.
Docuseries The Man Will Burn premieres July 9 on HBO. Since its beginning in 1986, Burning Man has grown from its anarchic counterculture roots in San Francisco to a globally recognized spectacle. Each year, 80,000 self-styled “Burners” congregate in the Nevada desert to create music, art, and connection, raise temples, join a spiritual movement centered on community, and take part in a modern American cultural experiment. Following the organization through several years of unprecedented turmoil, the docuseries follows a movement pushed to its limits as it strives to stay operational while staying true to its core values. With exclusive access to Burning Man Project (BMP) leadership and years of video archives, the series offers a unique behind-the-scenes look at the event, chronicling the extensive preparation of staff and volunteers and highlighting different artists and “Burners” who connect deeply to the spiritual experience – from the act of raising a temple to the release of a “Mad Max”-style Thunderdome. As BMP CEO Marian Goodell navigates COVID-19, a renegade event, and antediluvian rains, new pressures emerge. The rise of social media influencers at the event and an influx of Big Tech money threaten the community spirit integral to Burning Man, risking it becoming a victim of its own success.
Season two of Korean unscripted series Better Late Than Single premieres July 7 on Netflix. The new season follows a fresh group of lifelong singles who have zero dating experience but maximum expectations. The newly released main art captures the cast experiencing an emotional rollercoaster for the very first time, leaving audiences guessing how their clumsy first attempts at love will pan out.
The third and final season of Roosters will premiere on Netflix in 2027. Mike, Danny, Ivo and Greg get the feeling that the roles have been reversed. Where the men are looking for love and connection, the women are the ones setting the rules.
Three part docuseries The Real Wolf of Wall Street premieres July 14 on Paramount+. While the iconic Paramount Pictures film The Wolf of Wall Street saw Hollywood turn Jordan Belfort and his band of boiler room brokers at Stratton Oakmont into the face of ’90s excess, the story behind their rise is even darker and more debauched than previously known. Featuring never-before-seen footage, thousands of internal FBI documents, archival interviews, including insights from Jordan’s former wife, Nadine, whose dreams of a fairytale life turned toxic and firsthand accounts from onetime members of Belfort’s inner circle, the documentary uncovers the explosive true story of Belfort’s meteoric rise, his stunning fall and those he left stranded in his wake.
Chainsmoker Cat premieres July 2 on Netflix. Catgirl Yani struggles to pay her rent and keep a job while feeding her smoking habit. As her loved ones’ concerns grow, she must rethink her future.
