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With <\/span>Prime Video<\/a>, <\/span>Hulu<\/a>, <\/span>Disney+<\/a>, <\/span>Max<\/a>\u00a0(formerly HBO Max), <\/span>Apple TV+<\/a>,\u00a0<\/span>Paramount+<\/a>, <\/span>Netflix<\/a>, <\/span>Peacock<\/a>, Starz\u00a0and even more <\/span>streaming services<\/a>, there\u2019s no shortage of options when choosing what to binge-watch in your free time. However, sometimes, the sheer amount of great films and television shows available to stream can be overwhelming and lead to aimless scrolling.<\/span><\/p>\n

Scroll no more! To help, we’ve rounded up the best movies and TV shows to <\/span>stream this week<\/a>, including new arrivals, nostalgia-filled favorites, <\/span>book-to-screen adaptations<\/a> and more. For the week of August 5 to August 11, 2024, there are several streaming releases and live events worthy of a watch, including the last week of\u00a0<\/span>The Paris Olympics<\/span><\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Learn everything you need to know about watching the Olympic Games in our <\/span>How to Watch the 2024 Summer Olympics<\/a> guide.<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

There are more new movies and note-worthy television shows to look forward to watching in your downtime this week. Matt Damon and Zac Braff both have films premiering on streaming this week for your weekend movie night. Reality lovers will be interested in catching the <\/span>Dance Moms<\/span><\/em> reboot or Disney’s new show starring two members of the beloved K-pop band BTS. Plus, the final season of <\/span>Umbrella Academy<\/span><\/em> premieres on Thursday.<\/span><\/p>\n

It’s time to make your weekly streaming plans. Here are this week’s best TV shows and movies to stream.<\/span><\/p>\n

ET, CBS, SHOWTIME, Nickelodeon and Paramount<\/span><\/em>+<\/span>\u00a0are subsidiaries of Paramount.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

The Instigators<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Matt Damon<\/a> and <\/span>Casey Affleck<\/a> star in <\/span>The Instigators<\/span><\/em>, a film about a heist gone wrong. When a desperate father named Rory (Damon) and ex-con (Afflect) are out of options, they partner together to rob a corrupt politician. When things go sideways, the two quickly realize they’re in over their head. They convince Rory’s therapist (Hong Chau) to help them out before things get messy. <\/span>The Instigators<\/span><\/em> premieres on Apple TV+ on August 9.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Apple TV+<\/a><\/p>\n

Dance Moms: A New Era<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Dance Moms<\/span><\/em> is back, but with a new generation of dancers and moms, and a different coach at the center. <\/span>Dance Moms: A New Era<\/span><\/em> is everything you know and love about the original, just with new faces and new drama. Young dancers will be pushed to their limit as they try and take their skills to the next level. <\/span>Dance Moms: A New Era<\/span><\/em> premieres on Hulu on August 7.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Hulu<\/a><\/p>\n

The Umbrella Academy<\/span><\/em> (Season 4)<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

The fourth and final season of Netflix’s <\/span>Umbrella Academy<\/span><\/em> premieres on August 8. This season, the Hargreeves siblings will go up against The Keepers. While we don’t know exactly what’s in store, based on past seasons we are sure to expect epic fight scenes, hilarious quips and all the dysfunctional family drama.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Netflix<\/a><\/p>\n

Are You Sure?!<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Before their military enlistment, BTS’s Jimin and Jung Kook had a summer of fun in 2023. These moments are documented in Disney+’s new series <\/span>Are You Sure?!\u00a0<\/span><\/em>The pair from the popular K-pop group vacation in the United States where they try new experiences that ultimately lead to chaos and laughter. The first two episodes of <\/span>Are You Sure?!<\/span><\/em> will drop to Disney+ on August 8.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Disney+<\/a><\/p>\n

French Girl<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Zach Braff <\/a>and <\/span>Vanessa Hudgens<\/a> star in <\/span>French Girl<\/span><\/em>, a movie coming to Freevee on August 6. Braff plays Gordon, a hopeless romantic who has his world turned upside down when his girlfriend moves to Quebec. To make things worse, his girlfriend will now be working closely with her ex (Hudgens). Misadventures ensue as Gordon does all he can to win back the love of his life.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Freevee<\/a><\/p>\n

Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Chicago Bears<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

The Emmy-winning sports series, <\/span>Hard Knocks<\/span><\/em> is back for its 19th edition. This year the documentary crew will follow the Chicago Bears at their training camp as they prepare for the upcoming NFL season. Football fans will get to go behind the scenes and see how General Manager Ryan Poles and Head Coach Matt Eberflus run the Chicago Bears. The first episode of\u00a0<\/span>Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Chicago Bears<\/span><\/em> premieres on Max on August 6.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Max<\/a><\/p>\n

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Wes Ball, whose past projects include the <\/span>Maze Runner<\/span><\/em> trilogy, directs the latest film in the <\/span>Planet of the Apes<\/span><\/em> franchise. In <\/span>Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes<\/span><\/em>, the apes have completely taken over and live in harmony, while humans hide in the shadows. When a new leader takes over and wants to end the human threat forever, an unlikely alliance forms between one human (<\/span>The Witcher<\/span><\/em>‘s <\/span>Freya Allan<\/a>) and a primate. The movie premiered on Hulu on August 2.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Hulu<\/a><\/p>\n

Elizabeth Taylor: The Lost Tapes<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Elizabeth Taylor passed over a decade ago, but now viewers can hear the Hollywood icon’s story in her own words. Newly recovered interviews of Taylor have given unprecedented insight into the star’s life and are being shared in HBO’s latest documentary. Describing the complexity of her life and the struggles she faced through her legendary career, Taylor’s tapes provide viewers with a new side of the <\/span>Cleopatra<\/span><\/em> actress. <\/span>Elizabeth Taylor: The Lost Tapes<\/span><\/em> premiered on Max on August 3.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Max<\/a><\/p>\n

Batman: Caped Crusader<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Prime Video’s take on Batman is already hitting the headlines with Minnie Driver voicing a gender-swapped Penguin. The new animated series, <\/span>Batman: Caped Crusader,<\/span><\/em> centers around Bruce Wayne’s quest for justice and the unexpected ramifications. Rated TV-14, this take on the DC hero is geared toward an older audience. All episodes of the show are now streaming via Prime Video.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Prime Video<\/a><\/p>\n

Betrayal: A Father’s Secret<\/span><\/em> (Docuseries)<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

ABC News Studio is releasing a second season of the docuseries, <\/span>Betrayal<\/span><\/em>, based on a popular true crime podcast. This season follows Ashley Lytton, a mother of three who accidentally discovers a sinister secret about her husband, Jason. The series follows the devastating series of events as Ashley and her family grapple with untangling a web of lies and truths. <\/span>Betrayal: A Father’s Secret<\/span><\/em> premiered on Hulu on July 30.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Hulu<\/a><\/p>\n

Futurama<\/span><\/em> (Season 12)<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Fry, Bender, Leela and the rest of the Planet Express gang are back for season 12 of <\/span>Futurama.\u00a0<\/span><\/em>This is the second season debuting on Hulu since the revival of the beloved series. We don’t know exactly what is in store for the crew of the interplanetary delivery service, but we imagine they will travel to new worlds and find themselves on hilarious adventures. New episodes of <\/span>Futurama<\/span><\/em> will drop to Hulu each Monday.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Hulu<\/a><\/p>\n

Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

In honor of SpongeBob’s 25th Anniversary, Sandy Cheeks is getting her very own movie on Netflix. When Bikini Bottom and its inhabitants are scooped out of the ocean, it’s up to the air-breathing Sandy to save the town. While many of your favorite aquatic characters \u2014 including Squidward and Patrick \u2014 will make appearances, this movie mostly takes place on land as Sandy enlists the help of her southern squirrel family to rescue her friends. <\/span>Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie<\/span><\/em> premiered on Netflix on August 2.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Netflix<\/a><\/p>\n

Learn more about SpongeBob Squarepants’ 25th Anniversary and shop limited-edition collaborations.<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Olympic Highlights with Kevin Hart and Kenan Thompson<\/span><\/h2>\n

What’s better than sports coverage from experts who know what they’re talking about? Commentary from comedy legends <\/span>Kevin Hart<\/a> and <\/span>Kenan Thompson<\/a> \u2014 if you prefer laughs to actual insight. Peacock is the streaming home of the 2024 Summer Olympics, and that includes <\/span>Olympic Highlights with Kevin Hart and Kenan Thompson<\/span><\/em>, a talk-show-style series featuring recaps of the best moments and unexpected events with takes from the duo. The show premiered on July 26, the same day as the opening ceremonies.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Peacock<\/a><\/p>\n

Dress My Tour<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Fans of<\/span> Project Runway<\/span><\/em>\u00a0will want to check out <\/span>Dress My Tour<\/span><\/em>. Eleven fashion designers will compete to see their dreams of creating a look for the world’s biggest stars come true. Each week, <\/span>Kate Upton<\/a> will host as incredibly talented artists including\u00a0<\/span>JoJo Siwa<\/a>, <\/span>Ty Dolla $ign<\/a>, <\/span>Paula Abdul<\/a> and <\/span>Toni Braxton<\/a>\u00a0have fashion collections designed for their upcoming tours. But it’s not just the prestige these designers are after: They can also win $100,000. All episodes of the first season of <\/span>Dress My Tour<\/span><\/em> dropped to Hulu on July 23.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Hulu<\/a><\/p>\n

Time Bandits<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Based on the 1981 film, <\/span>Time Bandits<\/span><\/em> is a new show coming to Apple TV+ created for television with the help of <\/span>Taika Waititi<\/a>. Starring Lisa Kudrow, <\/span>Time Bandits<\/span><\/em> follows Kevin (Kal-El Tuck) an 11-year-old history buff who accidentally goes back in time. Kevin must work with unlikely allies (a group of time-traveling thieves led by Kudrow’s character) to get back to save his family and home. Rated PG, this is a series the whole family can enjoy.\u00a0<\/span>Time Bandits<\/span><\/em> premiered on Apple TV+ on July 24.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Apple TV+<\/a><\/p>\n

Knox Goes Away<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Michael Keaton<\/a> directs <\/span>Knox Goes Away<\/span><\/em>, an action-packed thriller starring Keaton, <\/span>James Marsden<\/a>, <\/span>Al Pacino<\/a> and <\/span>Marcia Gay Harden<\/a>. In the film, a professional hitman (Keaton) develops a rapid form of dementia with only weeks to live. When his son (Marsden) needs help clearing his name, the contract killer, who is losing his grasp of reality, must solve a case before the police do and before his time runs out.\u00a0<\/span>Knox Goes Away<\/span><\/em> premiered on Max on July 26.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Max<\/a><\/p>\n

Cirque du Soleil: Without a Net<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Acrobatics, death-defying stunts and incredible showmanship make Cirque du Soleil performances a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience. The iconic Las Vegas show, O, complete with a giant pool built into the stage for high diving feats, was shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic. <\/span>Cirque du Soleil: Without a Net<\/span><\/em> documents this challenging time with the owners even declaring bankruptcy at one point. After 400 days, the performers and crew are given the all-clear to start practicing again and must adjust to a new normal. The documentary premiered on Prime Video on July 25.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Prime Video<\/a><\/p>\n

Simone Biles Rising<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Simone Biles<\/a> shocked the world when she left the 2020 Tokoyo Olympics. In Netflix’s new series, <\/span>Simone Biles Rising<\/span><\/em>, Biles gets candid about this time in her life and the impact the events had on her mental health. The two-part series documents the steps Biles has taken since that day and how she moved on to a path of success for the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics. <\/span>Simone Biles Rising<\/span><\/em> premiered on Netflix on July 17.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Netflix<\/a><\/p>\n

Lady in the Lake<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

A young girl disappears on Thanksgiving day in the 1960s. Maddie Schwartz (<\/span>Natalie Portman<\/a>) becomes fixated on the death and tries her hand at investigative journalism. Cleo Johnson (<\/span>Moses Ingram<\/a>) struggles to provide for herself and her family while working in Black Baltimore politics. While vastly different, their lives appear related, but Schwartz’s investigation puts everyone in danger.<\/span> Lady in the Lake <\/span><\/em>premiered on Apple TV+ on July 19.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Apple TV+<\/a><\/p>\n

My Spy The Eternal City<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Looking for an action-packed film filled with hilarious scenes? <\/span>Dave Bautista<\/a> and Chloe Coleman are back for a second <\/span>My Spy<\/span><\/em> film, where they find themselves in Italy on a school trip. However, when the Vatican is under attack, the mission changes. Along with the iconic pair, other big stars like <\/span>Ken Jeong<\/a>, <\/span>Kristen Schaal<\/a>, <\/span>Anna Faris<\/a> and <\/span>Craig Robinson<\/a> appear in the movie. <\/span>My Spy The Eternal City<\/span><\/em> premiered on Prime Video on July 18.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Prime Video<\/a><\/p>\n

Those About to Die<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Anthony Hopkins<\/a> and <\/span>Game of Thrones<\/span><\/em>‘ Iwan Rheon star in Peaock’s series\u00a0<\/span>Those About to Die<\/span><\/em>. Set in the early Roman Empire, this show leads viewers into the gruesome sports where beasts battled soldiers to entertain the masses. The bloody, gladiatorial competitions are happening as the politics and dynasties begin to explode.\u00a0<\/span>Those About to Die<\/span><\/em> premiered on Peacock on July 18.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Peacock<\/a><\/p>\n

Love Lies Bleeding<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Kristen Stewart<\/a>, <\/span>Ed Harris<\/a> and Katy O’Brian star in the A24 film <\/span>Love Lies Bleeding<\/span><\/em>. Lou (Stewart) is a reclusive gym owner who falls for a new bodybuilder in town, Jackie (O’Brian). As Jackie begins to work for the family’s gun range, she learns Lou Sr. (Harris) is actually at the center of a criminal enterprise. <\/span>Love Lies Bleeding<\/span><\/em> premiered on Max on July 19.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Max<\/a><\/p>\n

Descendents: The Rise of Red<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Brandy<\/a>\u00a0and <\/span>Paolo Montalban<\/a> reprised their iconic Cinderella and Prince Charming roles in Disney+’s original movie, <\/span>Descendents: The Rose of Red<\/span><\/em>. In the fourth franchise of the <\/span>Descendents<\/span><\/em> series, Red, the daughter of the infamous Queen of Hearts, is invited to Auradon Prep. Red is excited about the experience, but her mother takes over campus in a coup on her first day. To save the school, Red and Cinderella’s daughter must go back in time to stop Red’s mom from becoming a villain. The family-friendly film premiered on Friday, July 12.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Disney+<\/a><\/p>\n

T<\/span><\/em><\/strong>he Bachelorette <\/span><\/em>(Season 21)<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Listen up, Bachelor Nation: The newest season of <\/span>The Bachelorette<\/span><\/em> premiered on ABC on Monday, July 8, and began streaming on Hulu the next day. Season 21 stars <\/span>Jenn Tran<\/a> as <\/span>The Bachelorette,\u00a0<\/span><\/em>who first appeared on <\/span>Joey Graziadei<\/a>‘s season of <\/span>The Bachelor.\u00a0<\/span><\/em>Tran will attempt to find love among the 25 suitors vying for her attention.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Hulu<\/a><\/p>\n

Sunny<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Rashida Jones<\/a> stars in Apple TV’s new series, <\/span>Sunny<\/span><\/em>, which is part mystery, part thriller and part dark comedy. Jones stars as Suzie, whose life is devastated when her husband and son go missing after a plane crash. Suzie is gifted a robot named Sunny, allegedly created by her husband, despite his last known profession being refrigerator maintenance at an electronics company. As more questions arise, Suzie and Sunny work together to investigate the truth. <\/span>Sunny <\/span><\/em>premiered on Apple TV+ on Wednesday, July 10.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Apple TV+<\/a><\/p>\n

Melissa Etheridge: I’m Not Broken<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Famed singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge struck tragedy when she lost her 21-year-old son from causes related to his opioid addiction. Since then, Etheridge has become inspired by letters she has received from women in prison, many of whom are also struggling with a substance addiction. <\/span>Melissa Etheridge: I’m Not Broken<\/span><\/em> documents the stories of these incarcerated women and the concert Etheridge performs at the correctional facility. The docuseries premiered on Paramount+ on Tuesday, July 9.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Paramount+<\/a><\/p>\n

FAYE<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Academy Award-winning actress\u00a0<\/span>Faye Dunaway<\/a> is telling her story in HBO’s latest documentary, <\/span>FAYE<\/span><\/em>. In the doc, Dunaway speaks candidly about her difficult childhood and the challenges she faced throughout her legendary career. The iconic star is joined by those closest to her, including many celebrities who became famous in Hollywood’s “second Golden Age.” <\/span>FAYE<\/span><\/em> premiered on Max on Saturday, July 13.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Max<\/a><\/p>\n

Beverly Hills Cop 4: Axel F<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

After 30 years, Eddie Murphy once again steps into the role of Axel Foley. <\/span>Beverly Hills Cop 4: Axel F<\/span><\/em> features an all-star cast, including Judge Reinhold, <\/span>Kevin Bacon<\/a>,\u00a0<\/span>Joseph Gordon-Levitt<\/a>\u00a0and <\/span>Taylour Paige<\/a>. Axel finds himself back in Los Angeles when his daughter (Paige) is in danger. While he might not have changed much since his last job, the city has. The much-anticipated film premiered on Netflix on July 3.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Netflix<\/a><\/p>\n

Space Cadet<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Unhappy with her life as a bartender, Rex (<\/span>Emma Roberts<\/a>) decides to pursue her childhood dream of becoming an astronaut. Unbeknownst to Rex, her friend Nadine (Poppy Liu) recreates a fake resume that secures Rex’s admission into a NASA space training program. Chaos ensues as Rex must keep up with the charade. Tom Hopper and <\/span>Gabrielle Union<\/a> also star in <\/span>Space Cadet<\/span><\/em>, which premiered on Prime Video on July 4.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Prime Video<\/a><\/p>\n

Back to Black<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

First released to theaters, <\/span>Back to Black<\/span><\/em> is exclusively streaming on Peacock as of Friday, July 5. <\/span>Back to Black <\/span><\/em>is a biopic about the life of best-selling artist Amy Winehouse. Viewers will see\u00a0how Winehouse became one of the most popular talents of her time by watching the dramatization of her\u00a0life from adolescence through her rise to stardom.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Peacock<\/a><\/p>\n

Hard Knocks: Offseason With the New York Giants<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

During the NFL season, you’ll see your favorite players on the television screen nearly every week. Typically, what goes on during the offseason is a bit of a mystery, but that’s no longer the case thanks to Max’s beloved docuseries. This season of offseason\u00a0<\/span>Hard Knocks <\/span><\/em>follows\u00a0general manager Joe Schoen as he navigates the scouting combine, draft and training camps during the Giants’ offseason. <\/span>Hard Knocks: Offseason With the New York Giants\u00a0<\/span><\/em>premiered on Max on July 2.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Max<\/a><\/p>\n

A Family Affair<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Zara Ford (<\/span>Joey King<\/a>) is the assistant to the self-absorbed, high-maintenance movie star Chris Cole (<\/span>Zac Efron<\/a>). Dealing with him is bad enough at work, but things become even more complicated when her mother (<\/span>Nicole Kidman<\/a>) and Chris begin to have a relationship. Zara doesn’t trust the superstar, but could the feelings between him and her mom be real? Find out by watching\u00a0<\/span>A Family Affair, <\/span><\/em>which is streaming now on Netflix.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Netflix<\/a><\/p>\n

I Am: Celine Dion<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Celine Dion<\/a>‘s voice was her identity. Not only did she have chart-topping songs and spectacular concerts, but her iconic singing voice awed crowds without any of the extras. In 2022, Dion shared that she had developed a rare neurological condition called Stiff Person Syndrome which took her voice away from her. (Dion spoke about this diagnosis in <\/span>an interview with Koda Hotb<\/a>.) Now fans can see even more about her journey with the illness in a new, intimate documentary called <\/span>I Am: Celine Dion, <\/span><\/em>streaming on Prime Video as of June 25.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Prime Video<\/a><\/p>\n

The Bear<\/span><\/em> (Season 3)<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

FX’s Emmy-winning series\u00a0<\/span>The Bear<\/span><\/em> is back for a third season. Tensions are higher than ever in the kitchen as Carmy (<\/span>Jeremy Allen White<\/a>) pushes his cousin (<\/span>Ebon Moss-Bachrach<\/a>), lead chef (<\/span>Ayo Edebiri<\/a>) and the rest of the kitchen staff to a new level to stay at their elite status. Will they be able to handle the heat? Find out when you watch the entire series that dropped to Hulu on Thursday, June 27.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Hulu<\/a><\/p>\n

Land of Women <\/span><\/em>(Season 1)<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Inspired by award-winning novelist Sandra Barneda’s work,\u00a0<\/span>Land of Women<\/span><\/em> stars <\/span>Eva Longoria<\/a> as Gala. Gala is a socialite in NYC, but when her husband becomes indebted to criminals she must flee the country with her daughter and mother for their safety. Gala takes her unsuspecting relatives to her mother’s small hometown in Spain, where she loses her car and money early on their journey, forcing them to live with a local who takes pity on them. The series debuted on Apple TV+ on June 26.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Apple TV+<\/a><\/p>\n

Problemista<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

A24’s latest film to come to streaming is\u00a0<\/span>Problemista.<\/span><\/em> Written and directed by <\/span>Julio Torres<\/a>, <\/span>Problemista<\/span><\/em> follows Alejandro (Torres) while he has one month left to find a sponsor for his visa \u2014 otherwise, he can’t stay in the United States. Alejandro’s only hope is the unpredictable woman he assists, an eccentric and erratic art studio owner played by <\/span>Tilda Swinton<\/a>. <\/span>Problemista<\/span><\/em> premiered on Max on Friday, June 28.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch on Max<\/a><\/p>\n

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