Summer 2025 is not just about barbecues and beach reads. It’s also a stacked season for couch-loving pop culture obsessives. From long-awaited sequels that’ll have you hitting “play” faster than a microwave s’more to sleek new Marvel entries ready to dominate your group chats, the streaming lineup is overflowing with must-see drama, comedy, and superhero chaos.
Whether you’re revisiting old favorites or dipping into new universes, this summer has something for every fandom. We’re breaking down the top 10 can’t-miss movies and shows coming to your preferred platforms between June and August.
Fire up the AC, stock up on snacks, and prepare to binge-watch your way through the season. It’s because streaming supremacy has NEVER looked this good!
Echo Valley on Apple TV+
Release Date: June 6, 2025
Why We Chose It: A taut mother-daughter drama that promises grit, heartbreak, and Oscar-level acting in every frame.
Starring: Julianne Moore, Sydney Sweeney
With: Domhnall Gleeson
Synopsis: Kate, who is struggling to make peace with her troubled daughter, Claire, learns just how far a mother will go to try to save her child.
The Old Guard 2 on Netflix
Release Date: July 2, 2025
Why We Chose It: Immortals, globe-trotting action, and Charlize Theron back in her badass element in the big 2025? Say less.
Starring: Charlize Theron, KiKi Layne
With: Chiwetel Ejiofor, Uma Thurman
Synopsis: Andy leads immortal warriors against a powerful enemy threatening their group. They grapple with the resurfacing of a long-lost immortal, complicating their mission to safeguard humanity.
Happy Gilmore 2 on Netflix
Release Date: July 25, 2025
Why We Chose It: The Sandman returns in this nostalgic sequel. Expect hilarity, golf chaos, and iconic one-liners.
Starring: Adam Sandler, Margaret Qualley
With: Julie Bowen, Ben Stiller
Synopsis: Undisclosed at the time of writing.
Straw on Netflix
Release Date: June 6, 2025
Why We Chose It: Taraji P. Henson brings so much heart to a story about a mother doing everything she can to protect her family. It’s a real-feeling thriller that’s already making us care deeply.
Starring: Taraji P. Henson, Sherri Shepherd, Teyana Taylor
With: Glynn Turman, Sinbad, Rockmond Dunbar, Ashley Versher, Mike Merrill
Synopsis: A single mother navigates a series of unfortunate events, leading her down an unforeseen path where she becomes embroiled in a situation she never envisioned.
Thunderbolts* on Disney+
Release Date: We don’t know, but can’t wait for it to be on Disney+
Why We Chose It: The MCU’s antiheroes assemble in this high-stakes, morally gray action flick. Yes, we’re already obsessed.
Starring: Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan
With: Wyatt Russell, David Harbour
Synopsis: After finding themselves ensnared in a death trap, an unconventional team of antiheroes must go on a dangerous mission that will force them to confront the darkest corners of their pasts.
Ironheart: Season 1 on Disney+
Release Date: June 24, 2025
Why We Chose It: A next-gen Marvel genius takes flight. Expect innovation, legacy, and major suit envy.
Starring: Dominique Thorne
With: Anthony Ramos, Alden Ehrenreich
Synopsis: Genius teenage inventor Riri Williams creates the most advanced suit of armour since Iron Man.
The Bear: Season 4 on FX/Hulu
Release Date: June 25, 2025
Why We Chose It: High heat, higher stakes. Carmy’s kitchen is back, and the knives are metaphorically (and literally) out.
Starring: Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri
With: Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Abby Elliott
Synopsis: A brilliant young chef from the fine-dining world is forced to return home to run his local family sandwich shop – the Original Beef of Chicagoland.
Squid Game: Season 3 on Netflix
Release Date: June 27, 2025
Why We Chose It: The final chapter of this survivalist saga promises to break our brains (and hearts) one last time.
Starring: Lee Jung-jae
With: Gong Yoo, Wi Ha-jun
Synopsis: Hundreds of cash-strapped contestants accept an invitation to compete in children’s games for a tempting prize, but the stakes are deadly.
Wednesday: Season 2 (Part 1) on Netflix
Release Date: August 6, 2025
Why We Chose It: Gothic glam, deadpan humor, and creepy mysteries? Sign us up! Wednesday’s back, and she’s darker than ever.
Starring: Jenna Ortega
With: Catherine Zeta-Jones, Luis Guzmán
Synopsis: Follows Wednesday Addams’ years as a student, when she attempts to master her emerging psychic ability, thwart a killing spree, and solve the mystery that embroiled her parents.
Eyes of Wakanda: Season 1 on Disney+
Release Date: August 6, 2025
Why We Chose It: A fresh Wakandan tale told through warrior legends. It’s essential for every Marvel timeline deep-diver.
Starring: Winnie Harlow, Cress Williams, Jona Xiao, Danai Gurira
With: Zeke Alton, Jacques Colimon
Synopsis: Warriors of Wakanda travel the world retrieving vibranium artifacts.
