What new content will be available for streaming this week? (July 25, 2025)

Looking for something great to watch at home? Streaming subscribers have a plethora of options to choose from, including Hulu, Netflix, HBO Max, Disney+, Apple TV+, Prime Video, Shudder, Paramount+, Peacock, and more. Each platform offers a vast library of movies and television programs, making the decision of what to watch overwhelming. To help you navigate through this sea of content, Mashable offers watch guides categorized by genre such as comedy, thriller, horror, documentary, and animation. Whether you are in the mood for something brand-new or just new to streaming, we have you covered.

Honorable mention: The Fantastic Four movies

The Fantastic Four franchise has seen various iterations on the big screen, with the most recent one starring Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and Joseph Quinn. For those interested in revisiting the previous films, the 1994 animated series is available on Disney+. Additionally, the mid-2000s movies feature Ioan Gruffudd, Jessica Alba, Michael Chiklis, and Chris Evans, while the 2015 reboot includes Michael B. Jordan, Kate Mara, Miles Teller, and Jamie Bell. Fans can also catch a cameo of John Krasinski as Mr. Fantastic in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.

How to watch: The Fantastic Four series (1994), Fantastic Four (2005), Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer (2007), and Fantastic Four (2015) are all available for streaming on Disney+.

10. The Sandman, Season 2: Vol. 2

Netflix’s adaptation of Neil Gaiman’s The Sandman concludes its second and final season amidst allegations of sexual assault against Gaiman. The story follows Dream as he faces the consequences of his actions and seeks to save the Dreaming with the help of allies, including former enemies like the Corinthian.

Starring: Tom Sturridge, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Mason Alexander Park, Donna Preston, Esmé Creed-Miles, Adrian Lester, Barry Sloane, Patton Oswalt, Vivienne Acheampong, Gwendoline Christie, Jenna Coleman, Stephen Fry, Asim Chaudhry, Sanjeev Bhaskar, Razane Jammal, Ruairi O’Connor, Freddie Fox, Clive Russell, Laurence O’Fuarain, Ann Skelly, Douglas Booth, Jack Gleeson, Indya Moore, Steve Coogan, and Boyd Holbrook

How to watch: The Sandman, Season 2: Vol. 2 is now streaming on Netflix.

9. Shark Week 2025

Shark Week is a summer TV staple, and viewers can enjoy Discovery Channel’s programming on HBO Max. This year’s lineup includes shows like How to Survive a Shark Attack and Jaws vs. Mega Croc. The most outlandish show of Shark Week 2025 is Dancing with the Sharks, an underwater dance competition hosted by Tom Bergeron.

How to watch: Shark Week 2025 is now streaming on HBO Max.

6. Death of a Unicorn

Looking for something wacky and weird with a splash of mythical violence? Then A24’s Death of a Unicorn might be just what you need. Directed by Alex Scharfman, this fantasy-action-comedy stars Paul Rudd as a meek dad trying to balance the demands of his Big Pharma billionaire clients while also repairing his strained relationship with his daughter (Jenna Ortega). However, a tragic accident involving a baby unicorn turns their weekend getaway into a fight for survival against homicidal, horn-headed horses. While it may be a bit off-kilter, Death of a Unicorn promises a wild time.* — Kristy Puchko, Entertainment Editor

Starring: Paul Rudd, Jenna Ortega, Will Poulter, Téa Leoni, Richard E. Grant, Anthony Carrigan, Sunita Mani, Stephen Park, and Jessica Hynes

How to watch: Death of a Unicorn will be available on HBO Max starting July 25.

5. Washington Black

Sterling K. Brown takes on the lead role and serves as an executive producer in Washington Black, a mini-series adaptation of Esi Edugyan’s novel. Following the journey of George Washington “Wash” Black (played by Ernest Kingsley Jr. and Eddie Karanja at different life stages), a brilliant inventor born into slavery in Barbados, the series explores his travels to the Arctic, Morocco, and beyond.

Despite its flashback-heavy narrative and numerous side characters, Washington Black offers a thrilling summer adventure that seamlessly combines heavy themes with exciting escapades. As described in a review, “[Wash’s] voyage, with its fanciful steampunk aircraft and emphasis on the natural world, carries touches of Jules Verne. Yet it’s also deeply entangled in Wash’s search for freedom, making it not just a globe-trotting romp, but a rousing quest of self-discovery.” — B.E.

Starring: Ernest Kingsley Jr., Sterling K. Brown, Eddie Karanja, Iola Evans, Eddie Karanja, Edward Bluemel, Sharon Duncan-Brewster, Rupert Graves, Shaunette Renée Wilson, Tom Ellis, and Charles Dance

How to watch: Washington Black is currently streaming on Hulu.

4. Happy Gilmore 2

Almost three decades after the original, fans can rejoice as the sequel to Happy Gilmore is set to hit screens. Adam Sandler reprises his iconic role as the hot-headed golfer who brings a unique energy to the sport. Joining him are returning stars Julie Bowen, Christopher McDonald, and Ben Stiller, ready to bring their charm to Happy Gilmore 2.* — S.C.

Starring: Adam Sandler, Julie Bowen, Christopher McDonald, Ben Stiller, Bad Bunny, Travis Kelce, Eminem, John Daly, Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and Bryson DeChambeau

How to watch: Happy Gilmore 2 will be available on Netflix starting July 25.

Materialists: A Cynical View of Modern Dating

Don’t be fooled by Materialists‘ rom-com premise (and marketing). The film presents a far more cynical view of modern dating — at least, until an ending that left many viewers scratching their heads. Flawed but fascinating, it’s still worth a watch, even if it left some critics, like Mashable’s Kristy Puchko, cold. In her review, she called out Johnson, Evans, and Pascal’s miscasting, writing, “[Materialists is] a big swing, with big stars, who might be, despite their incredible charm and sincere performances, its biggest flaw. For as grounded and real as Materialists aims to be, it’s hard to overlook its big, shining stars to see that gritty authenticity.” — B.E.

Starring: Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, Pedro Pascal, Zoë Winters, and Marin Ireland

How to watch: Materialists is now available to rent or buy on Prime Video, Apple TV+, and other digital platforms.

The Phoenician Scheme: A Wes Anderson Adventure

Wes Anderson returns with a new adventure, stocked with visual splendor and a star-studded cast.

Co-written by Anderson and Roman Coppola, The Phoenician Scheme stars Benicio del Toro as a scheming businessman who is bringing his novitiate daughter Liesl (Mia Threapleton) into the family business. As he exposes her to his complicated Phoenician Scheme, this confounding father-daughter duo will cross paths with eccentric titans of industry, sloppy assassins, a mild-mannered tutor, and a lot of hand grenades. Basically, if you ever wondered what a Wes Anderson espionage movie looks like, you’re closer than you’ve ever been before! And in my review for Mashable, I cheered, “The Phoenician Scheme becomes a charmingly hopeful tale about how even with our flaws we might find love, family, and salvation.”* — K.P.

Starring: Benicio del Toro, Mia Threapleton, Michael Cera, Riz Ahmed, Tom Hanks, Bryan Cranston, Mathieu Amalric, Richard Ayoade, Jeffrey Wright, Scarlett Johansson, Imad Mardnli, and Benedict Cumberbatch

How to watch: The Phoenician Scheme hits Peacock July 25.

(*) denotes a blurb comes from a previous list.

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