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The 6 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, Hulu, Apple TV, and more (September 18-20)
This week's streaming highlights include the animated Stranger Things: Tales from '85 Season 2 on Netflix, the season finale of Reacher and the new spin-off Neagley on Prime Video, and the latest season of Slow Horses on Apple TV. Hulu adds Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw, while Paramount Plus features the new Golden Axe animated series.
Cole Palmer mistakenly livestreams EA Sports FC 27 on Twitch early and gets temporarily banned — ‘I was only…
Chelsea and England midfielder Cole Palmer received a temporary ban from Twitch after mistakenly livestreaming EA Sports FC 27 before its official embargo. Palmer, who also expressed dissatisfaction with his in-game rating, had his account reinstated shortly after the incident.
GTA 5 Franklin Voice Actor Clears the Air After Calling Out Twitch Star Kai Cenat for Allegedly Breaking Promise to a Young Fan
Shawn Fonteno, the voice actor for Franklin Clinton in Grand Theft Auto V, addressed a viral disagreement with Twitch streamer Kai Cenat over an alleged broken promise to a young fan. While the situation initially caused friction, the two have since reconciled.
When is Resident Evil on streaming? Speculation on when it could hit Netflix
The new Resident Evil movie is set to release in theaters on September 18, but a streaming release date has not yet been announced. Following a deal between Netflix and Sony Pictures, the film is expected to debut on Netflix approximately 120 days after its theatrical run, potentially by the end of 2026 or early 2027.
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle finally gets Netflix streaming date, over a year after releasing in theaters
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, which previously had a theatrical release and began streaming on Crunchyroll, will be available on Netflix starting September 28. The film, which adapts a major arc from the manga, was a significant box office success and received critical acclaim.
Bringing KPop Demon Hunters to the Theaters: Celebrating a Shared Passion
The film K-Pop Demon Hunters, originally a Netflix exclusive, is being released in theaters, marking a unique move for the streaming service. This decision represents a calculated risk to gauge audience reception for a theatrical run.
Turns out Avatar: Seven Havens won't be a 26-episode binge drop after all, as new trailer is unveiled
Paramount Plus has clarified the release plan for Avatar: Seven Havens, confirming it will not be a full binge-drop. The first 13-episode book will release in three-episode batches throughout October, concluding with four episodes on October 30. The news accompanied a new trailer and confirmed the series is set 225 years after The Legend of Korra.
ShackStream: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 748
The Stevetendo Show continues its playthrough of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, tackling the Shadow Temple after navigating the Water Temple. Host Steve expresses his love for the Zelda series and discusses recent Nintendo announcements, including a potential Ocarina of Time remake and a new Nintendo Direct. The stream also features a brief mention of an Elden Ring playthrough.
The Stream Team: To the moon in Planet Crafter
Massively OP's MJ Guthrie is set to stream Planet Crafter, embarking on a new adventure to terraform a moon after completing her first planet. The stream will focus on her solo journey and preparation for this next challenge.
A popular streamer turned down a 6-figure deal to play Arc Raiders because 'the game frustrated me so much'
Popular streamer TimTheTatman revealed he turned down a six-figure deal to play Arc Raiders due to significant frustration with the game. He stated that even a substantial offer wouldn't be enough to make him play it again, citing issues like cheating and stream sniping. Embark Studios acknowledged the game's shortcomings and plans a major update called Frozen Trails to re-engage players.
The 5 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, Disney Plus, Apple TV, and more (September 4-6)
This week's streaming highlights include new releases on Netflix, Disney Plus, Apple TV, and more from September 4-6. Featured titles include the Star Wars film The Mandalorian and Grogu, the latest installment of the Scary Movie franchise, the crime drama comedy The Gentlemen season 2, the Apple TV comedy Mayday, and Glen Powell's sports comedy Chad Powers season 2.
Crimson Desert kan nu testas i 20 minuter direkt i Twitch
Crimson Desert is now available for a 20-minute trial directly on Twitch, requiring no download as it streams via Amazon Gamelift. This new feature allows players to test the game without installation, though Pearl Abyss warns that stream quality may vary based on internet connection.
ShackStream: Elden Ring on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 747
The Stevetendo Show is starting a new Elden Ring playthrough on Nintendo Switch, with the first episode airing on Wednesday. Host Steve expressed excitement for the game, despite acknowledging its length and potential difficulty. The show's schedule also includes Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness, The Legend of Zelda, and Super Mario Sunshine.
As it arrives on Disney Plus, I still think releasing The Mandalorian and Grogu in theaters was the right move for Star…
The author argues that releasing The Mandalorian and Grogu as a theatrical film was the correct decision for Star Wars' return to cinemas, despite a modest box office performance. The film successfully boosted the show's streaming numbers and served as a crucial event to re-engage audiences with Star Wars on the big screen.
GTA 6 Extended Look Tops Netflix Top 10 Chart in First Week
An extended look at Grand Theft Auto 6 topped Netflix's Top 10 chart in the English Film category during its first week, accumulating 31.1 million views. The content achieved this success despite only being released on Thursday of that week.
Sony is adding free TV channels to PS5
Sony is adding free, ad-supported streaming channels to the PlayStation 5 in the United States starting today. This move expands the console's entertainment offerings beyond gaming.
Prime Video’s 15-Episode Anthology Quietly Outdoes Fallout
Prime Video's animated anthology series 'Secret Level' is argued to be more ambitious and successful than the live-action 'Fallout' series. While 'Fallout' is praised for its cinematic scale, 'Secret Level' is highlighted for adapting multiple diverse game IPs into standalone shorts with a strong voice cast and creative direction from Tim Miller.
New Pokemon series from Wallace and Gromit animation studio Aardman is coming exclusively to Disney Plus, alongside…
The Pokemon Company has partnered with Disney for a new stop-motion animated series, Pokemon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch'd and Pichu, produced by Aardman Animations. This series, along with the classic Pokemon the Series: The Beginning, will stream exclusively on Disney Plus and Disney XD worldwide next year. The announcement was made at Pokemon XP, with a teaser trailer showcasing the Galar region-inspired adventures of Sirfetch'd and Pichu.
Kick Streamer Neon Responds After Rockstar Seemingly Includes a Reference to Him in GTA 6 Netflix Showcase
Prominent Kick streamer Neon has responded after Rockstar Games seemingly included a reference to him in a side mission showcased during the Grand Theft Auto 6 first-look trailer on Netflix. The appearance has sparked discussion within the streaming community.
GTA 6 Netflix Reveal Draws 1.8 Million Viewers and Knocks Twitch Offline
Rockstar Games' 26-minute Grand Theft Auto 6 gameplay reveal, distributed via Netflix, attracted 1.8 million viewers and caused significant strain on Twitch, leading to over 17,000 outage reports. The footage showcased new mechanics and environments on PlayStation 5, while the game has already secured 4.5 million preorders.
