13 shows and movies to watch this weekend, from the latest M. Night Shyamalan thriller to an explosive new Zodiac Killer documentary
Two compelling true-crime docuseries premiered this week.
One explores a family’s allegations about the identity of the infamous Zodiac Killer. Another, on Max, is about the rise and fall of a millennial yoga guru.
There are also a slew of horror movies that are new to streamers. Those include the killer pumpkin comedy “Carved” and the Josh Hartnett concert thriller “Trap.”
On the scripted TV side, several new and returning shows released episodes. “Territory” and “Beauty in Black” debuted on Netflix, while “Somebody Somewhere” and “What We Do in the Shadows” premiered their respective final seasons.
Here’s a complete rundown of all the best movies, shows, and documentaries to stream this weekend, broken down by what kind of entertainment you’re looking for.
For a new horror comedy, watch “Carved.”
Some teens fight off an angry pumpkin in “Carved.”
Set in 1993, the movie follows a group of people who get trapped in a historical reenactment village on Halloween night. They have to face off with a sentient evil pumpkin. Yes, really.
Streaming on: Hulu
For straight-up horror, check out “Azrael.”
Samara Weaving in “Azrael.”
Modern scream queen Samara Weaving (“Ready or Not”) stars in this postapocalyptic film as a young woman fleeing a group of mute religious zealots.
Streaming on: Shudder
For a horror-thriller, “Trap” is now streaming.
Josh Hartnett stars in Shyamalan’s new thriller “Trap.”
This year’s buzzy M. Night Shyamalan thriller stars Josh Hartnett as a dad whose concert outing with his teenage daughter takes a dark turn. It also features an incredibly memorable (and widely memed) supporting performance from Kid Cudi.
Streaming on: Max
“What We Do in the Shadows” is back this week.
Matt Berry as Laszlo in “What We Do in the Shadows” season 6, episode 1.
It’s the final outing for everybody’s favorite group of Staten Island-residing vampires. The season six premiere picks up after the plot reset of the fifth season finale, which saw Guillermo restored to human form after a brief transformation into a full vampire.
Streaming on: Hulu
So is “Hellbound.”
“Hellbound” is back for season 2.
The Korean fantasy thriller is about a near-future where supernatural beings suddenly appear and condemn certain people to hell.
Streaming on: Netflix
True crime fans should check out “This is the Zodiac Speaking.”
Files from the Zodiac case.
This new docuseries explores the unsolved mystery of the Zodiac Killer, focusing on one family who believe they know who the infamous serial killer was.
Streaming on: Netflix
Or “Breath of Fire.”
Learn how Katie Griggs became Guru Jagat.
This one is about the rise and fall of Katie Griggs, who became the face of Kundalini yoga and rebranded herself as “Guru Jagat.”
Streaming on: Max
For drama, watch “Beauty in Black.”
“Beauty in Black” is Tyler Perry’s new drama.
Tyler Perry’s latest Netflix project is an eight-episode series about a stripper who finds herself embroiled with the dysfunctional (and extremely rich) family behind a cosmetics empire.
Streaming on: Netflix
Or “Territory.”
“Territory” gives a glimpse of the Australian outback like you haven’t seen before.
This new series is giving Australian “Yellowstone” vibes.
Streaming on: Netflix
Music fans will love “Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band.”
You’ll get an in-depth look at Bruce Springsteen in this new doc.
This in-depth doc gives an inside look at how the legendary band headed by the 75-year-old rocker prepared for their live performances as they set out on their first tour since 2017.
Streaming on: Hulu and Disney+
The delightful and underrated “Somebody Somewhere” returns this week.
Jeff Hiller and Bridget Everett in “Somebody Somewhere” season 3.
The third season of HBO’s Peabody award-winning comedy series premieres Sunday. Comedian and singer Bridget Everett is the writer, executive producer, and star.
Streaming on: Max
For a moving true story, watch “The Remarkable Life of Ibelin.”
Mats Steen is the subject of “The Remarkable Life of Ibelin.”
The doc made waves when it premiered at several film festivals earlier this year. It’s about a young Norwegian man with a degenerative muscular disease who dies at the age of 25. His parents discovered, after his death, that he led a rich social life through his online gaming on World of Warcraft.
Streaming on: Netflix
“Love Is Blind” aired its finale this week.
Tyler and Alex on “Love Is Blind” season 7.
There were two weddings and one of the series’ most heartwrenching breakups ever.
Streaming on: Netflix
