From superhero showdowns and sports comedies to emotional thrillers and animated gems, July’s viewing lineup delivers something for every mood. Whether you’re after laughs, shocks or slow-burn drama, Shannan Vaz highlights the unmissable picks lighting up screens this month.

THE FANTASTIC FOUR
Marvel’s first family is back – but this time, it’s the Sixties. Pedro Pascal leads the new-look team as they defend a retro-futuristic Earth from Galactus in this long-awaited MCU debut.

SMURFS
Rihanna voices Smurfette in this bold reboot of the beloved blue crew. Expect laughs, big tunes and magical mayhem as the Smurfs return in a vibrant new live-action musical adventure.

SUPERMAN 
David Corenswet dons the cape in James Gunn’s bold reboot, blending Kryptonian legacy with heartfelt humanity. With action, emotion and a fresh cast, DC’s next chapter starts here.

STRAW
Taraji P. Henson stars in this powerful Tyler Perry crime drama about one mother pushed to her limits. Gripping, emotional and filled with unexpected turns, Straw is a gut-punch you won’t forget.

THE OLD GUARD 2
Charlize Theron leads the charge in this slick Netflix sequel, with new faces Uma Thurman and Henry Golding raising the stakes. Expect fierce battles, big twists and blockbuster-sized action.

UNTAMED
A body. A mystery. And the vast, unforgiving landscape of Yosemite. Eric Bana and Sam Neill star in this slow-burning thriller that’s as rugged as it is gripping.

RUNNING POINT 
Kate Hudson stars as a reformed wild child handed control of her family’s basketball team. Fast-paced, funny and full of off-court drama – this one scores big on charm.

WIN OR LOSE
Pixar’s first original series follows a middle school softball team in the week before the big game – but each episode shifts perspective, style and tone. Smart, heartfelt and quietly brilliant.

IRONHEART
Ironheart picks up after the events of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, following young tech prodigy Riri Williams (Dominique Thorne) as she heads back to Chicago with big dreams and an even bigger suit of armour. But Riri’s path to becoming a hero takes an unexpected turn when she crosses paths with Parker Robbins (Anthony Ramos), a street-level criminal wielding dangerous magical powers.

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