Looking for fresh entertainment on your favorite streaming platforms? This week brings a mix of music, film, television and video‑games that appeal to families, faith‑centered viewers and anyone who enjoys quality storytelling.
Documentary and Film
The new documentary Oasis: Don’t Look Back in Anger arrives on Hulu and Disney+ today. It follows the 2025 reunion tour of the legendary British band, offering a heartfelt look at forgiveness and fandom even for those who aren’t longtime fans. Critics at the Venice Film Festival noted its emotional pull, describing it as a moving portrait of music’s power to bring people together.
Steven Spielberg’s sci‑fi thriller Disclosure Day debuts on Peacock. Starring Josh O’Connor and Emily Blunt, the film explores ordinary citizens confronting secretive forces in a classic conspiracy‑thriller style. In an Associated Press review, the film was praised as a “big‑hearted adventure” that stays true to Spielberg’s long‑standing interest in extraterrestrials.
Ben Affleck writes, directs and stars in the kidnapping thriller Animals, now streaming on Netflix. The story follows a Los Angeles mayoral candidate (Affleck) and his wife (Kerry Washington) as they scramble to pay a ransom for their kidnapped son. Gillian Anderson co‑stars, adding further depth to the tense drama.
Television Series
Mike Flanagan, known for his work on The Haunting of Hill House, brings Stephen King’s 1974 novel Carrie to Prime Video. Summer H. Howell leads as Carrie White, a high‑school outcast with telekinetic powers, while Samantha Sloyan portrays her strict mother, Margaret White. Flanagan serves as writer, executive producer and director for the eight‑episode adaptation.
Josh Hartnett appears in the thriller Verity and leads the Netflix limited series Below, playing a Newfoundland fisherman whose community faces a terrifying sea creature. The series also features Mackenzie Davis and Charlie Heaton.
Music Releases
Pitbull drops his new album Pitcoin today, delivering 24 upbeat tracks with collaborators such as Lil Jon, Jason Derulo, Enrique Iglesias, Wiz Khalifa and Bon Jovi. The album’s lead single, “Damn I Love Miami,” invites listeners to enjoy a summer‑style party anthem.
Australian pop star Troye Sivan prepares to release his fourth studio album, She’s the Best. The record blends avant‑garde production with mainstream pop, even sampling Madonna’s “Music” on the single “Party.” Fans can expect a mix of experimental sounds and familiar dance beats.
Video‑Game Highlights
Microsoft’s long‑running franchise returns with Gears of War: E‑Day, launching Tuesday on Xbox Series X/S, PC and later on other platforms. The game revisits the original Locust Horde invasion, offering both a co‑op pre‑quel storyline and competitive multiplayer modes.
Indie developer Third Shift releases Forever Ago, a narrative‑driven adventure about a septuagenarian traveling with his dog and camera to mend a broken heart. The title is available on Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and PC, continuing Annapurna Interactive’s focus on story‑rich experiences.
These selections provide a range of family‑friendly and faith‑affirming entertainment options, ensuring there’s something for every household to enjoy this week.
Original reporting: Texarkana Gazette — read the source article.
