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TV Releases - July 2024

by: BTM - Tue, 02 Jul 2024

The best way to spend a hot summer day (at times) is to curl up on the couch in front of the telly. Here’s a roundup of our top recommended TV shows on Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Disney+ that you won’t want to miss.

The Diplomat
This political drama follows the story of Kate Wyler, a career diplomat who unexpectedly becomes the US Ambassador to the United Kingdom amidst a global crisis. As she navigates international diplomacy, Kate must also manage her complex personal life. This series combines political intrigue with personal drama, making it a gripping watch.

Beef
Beef explores the aftermath of a road rage incident between two strangers, Danny and Amy. Their escalating feud reveals the darker sides of their lives and personalities, blending dark humour with sharp social commentary.

The Night Agent
Based on the novel by Matthew Quirk, The Night Agent follows FBI agent Peter Sutherland, who works in the White House basement monitoring an emergency line that never rings—until one night it does. This call pulls him into a dangerous conspiracy involving a Russian mole.

Fly Me to the Moon
American romantic comedy drama Fly Me to the Moon, written and directed by Greg Berlanti, was released in 2024. Starring in the movie are Woody Harrelson, Donald Elise Watkins, Ray Romano, Scarlett Johansson, Channing Tatum, Nick Dillenburg, Anna Garcia, Jim Rash, Noah Robbins, Colin Woodell, Christian Zuber and Donald Elise Watkins. The story revolves around the relationship between a NASA director and a marketing specialist in the 1960s Space Race.

Sleeping Dogs
Roy Freeman, a former homicide detective, undergoes advanced Alzheimer’s treatment and is tasked with re-examining a brutal case from his past, the murder of a college professor. His former partner, Tommy Flanagan, helps revive the investigation, but things unfold differently as they investigate Laura, a mysterious woman. As distorted layers reveal a web of lies, Roy faces a horrific reality that changes his world forever.

Citadel
Citadel is a high-stakes spy thriller series featuring Richard Madden and Priyanka Chopra Jonas as agents of the global spy agency Citadel. As they fight against a powerful syndicate, their personal and professional lives collide in explosive ways.

The Consultant
Starring Christoph Waltz, The Consultant revolves around a mysterious and eccentric consultant who takes over a tech company after the sudden death of its CEO. His unconventional methods lead to unexpected consequences, blending humour with suspense.

Dead Ringers
This modern adaptation of David Cronenberg’s film stars Rachel Weisz in dual roles as twin gynaecologists. The series delves into their twisted relationship and the ethical dilemmas they face in their medical practice.

The Mandalorian
(Season 3)
The highly anticipated third season of The Mandalorian continues the adventures of Din Djarin and Grogu (Baby Yoda) in the Star Wars universe. This season promises more epic battles, intriguing lore, and the return of beloved characters.

Secret Invasion
Secret Invasion is a Marvel series starring Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury. The show follows Fury and Talos, played by Ben Mendelsohn, as they uncover a covert invasion of Earth by a faction of shape-shifting Skrulls. The series promises to add depth and intrigue to the Marvel Cinematic Universe.