The week of July 1 may be a holiday week, but there’s still plenty to watch! We’re looking forward to the return of Star Trek: Prodigy, new episodes of The Acolyte, Evil, and House of the Dragon, and more. Plus, the July 4th holiday brings big musical and fireworks spectaculars to national TV. Here’s what to watch for the week of July 1.
Monday, July 1: Star Trek: Prodigy Season 2
It’s been a long journey for Prodigy fans, but the week of July 1 is something to celebrate! The new season arrives — now on Netflix — with more animated adventures. This season, our heroes join forces with Captain Janeway (Kate Mulgrew) in search of the original Protostar crew.
Streaming on Netflix, 3 am ET/12 am PT
Tuesday, July 2: The Acolyte Episode 6
Episode 5 not only revealed the identify of our newest Force-wielding villain (and gave us one of the best lightsaber battles in years), but shockingly killed off multiple characters. Meanwhile, Mae has stolen Osha’s identity, with seemingly nefarious intents. What’s next? At this point, it’s anyone’s guess!
Streaming on Disney+, 9 pm ET/6 pm PT
Thursday, July 4: Evil Episode 7
As the paranormal/horror drama begins winding down, it’s as bizarre, incisive, and clever as ever. The fourth season is still must-watch TV, with Kristen, David, and Ben tracking down the creepiest of creeps. It’s all set against a background of rich character work — and trust us, you won’t want to miss this week’s episode.
Streaming on Paramount+, 3 am ET/12 am PT
Thursday, July 4: The Boys Episode 6
Last week’s episode put Hughie through the wringer and pushed the season’s creepy horrors to new heights. Could there be a more appropriate day for a new episode to release than July 4th? With the season’s increased focus on political satire, over-the-top nationalism, and sense of foreboding, it feels more timely than ever.
Streaming on Amazon Prime Video, 3 am ET/12 am PT
Thursday, July 4: A Capitol Fourth
The week of July 1 brings an annual American tradition: PBS’s Fourth of July celebration. Tune in for musical performances and fireworks from the nation’s capital. This year’s lineup includes Fantasia, Smokey Robinson, Darren Criss, and more, plus several music ensembles.
Airing on PBS, 8 pm ET/7 pm CT (check local listings)
Thursday, July 4: Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Special
Prefer a NYC celebration for the Fourth? NBC has it covered with the annual fireworks and music spectacular. The night will feature musical performances, plus segments highlighting people impacting their communities across the country. Of course, the centerpiece of the night is an elaborate fireworks show, set across the NYC skyline!
Airing on NBC/streaming on Peacock, 8 pm ET/PT (check local listings)
Sunday, July 7: House of the Dragon Episode 4
The first few episodes of Season 2 already saw horrifying deaths and brutal decisions. How much worse can it get? In Westeros, the answer is always “a lot worse.” The war between the Blacks and Greens can only get more deadly as they hurtle towards bigger battles.
Airing on HBO and streaming on Max, 9 pm ET/6 pm PT (check local HBO listings)
Sunday, July 7: Getting Lost with Erin French Episode 3
If you’re a fan of cozy, travel-style cooking shows, check out this quiet gem from Magnolia Network. Erin French (of the Lost Kitchen) crosses the country, learning about local flavors and sharing meals with new friends. For the week of July 1, French heads to Arizona to cook over open flame and learn about Southwest flavors.
Airing on Magnolia Network, 2 pm ET/1 pm CT; streaming on Max
