Can't Pick What To Watch? Here Are 5 New Netflix Releases Worth Your Weekend

Netflix loves launching new stuff on its platform every week to keep things fresh but that also makes every weekend a bit of an adventure to try and stay ahead of what’s worth a watch and what’s just ‘meh.’ Well, that’s where we step in.

With the sun shining, we’ve combed through all the new, new-to-us, and new-to-stream fare gracing the streamer's digital shelves to craft a watch list that spares you the trouble of wasting precious weekend hours in sifting through Netflix’s endless catalogue.

Here are our top picks for what to watch on Netflix this weekend:

1. Dead Boy Detectives

Spawned from the imaginative world of Neil Gaiman's comics, Dead Boy Detectives tells the tale of two British teens who shun the afterlife to linger on Earth. Edwin and Charles, the spirited duo, along with Crystal, an American clairvoyant, journey to the U.S. to tackle eerie mysteries involving the supernatural. Their adventures are packed with encounters with ghosts, witches, and even Death itself as they roam the former colonies.

2. Anyone But You

Turning a Shakespeare classic on its head, Anyone But You features a snappy, modern twist on “Much Ado About Nothing.” Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell play Bea and Ben, who transform from hot to cold after a first date gone wrong, only to pretend to be an item at a frenzied wedding in Australia. This edgy comedy will have you guessing if they'll ever truly click.

3. Miller’s Girl

In Miller’s Girl, Jenna Ortega and Martin Freeman dive into a narrative that blurs the lines between a mentorship and a tangled web of emotions. A young writer finds herself in deep waters as what begins as a creative pursuit with her professor spirals into a dark, manipulative relationship.

4. The Asunta Case

The Asunta Case explores the chilling true story of Asunta Fong Yang, an adopted girl found murdered in Spain. The gripping series uncovers the layers of a high-profile case that shook the nation, questioning the very essence of parental love and betrayal. It's a must-watch for true crime aficionados.

5. King Richard

Relive the inspiring story of Venus and Serena Williams through King Richard, a film that showcases their father's relentless coaching that led them to tennis stardom. This sports drama not only captured hearts but also won Will Smith an Oscar, making headlines for more reasons than one in 2022. Now streaming on Netflix for the first time, it's a perfect pick for sports enthusiasts and story lovers alike.

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