Release Date: July 2, 2025 (Netflix)

Behind the story:

A direct sequel to the 2020 hit The Old Guard. The immortal warriors, led by Andy (Charlize Theron), confront new enemies and reckon with the consequences of past choices. Expect more lore about their centuries-old history and deeper exploration of former teammate Quynh’s return, teased in the first film’s ending.

Cast (expected):

• Charlize Theron as Andy
• KiKi Layne as Nile
• Matthias Schoenaerts as Booker
• Marwan Kenzari as Joe
• Luca Marinelli as Nicky
• Veronica Ngo as Quynh
• Chiwetel Ejiofor as Copley

Release Date: July 11, 2025 (Netflix)

Behind the story:

Madea is back — and this time, she’s headed to a tropical destination wedding! What should be a romantic event spirals into hilarious chaos when family drama, secrets, and Madea’s trademark no-nonsense attitude collide at an exotic resort.

Cast (expected):

• Tyler Perry as Madea
• Cassi Davis as Aunt Bam
• David Mann as Mr. Brown
• Tamela Mann as Cora
• Plus new guest stars to be announced

Release Date: July 25, 2025 (Netflix)

Behind the story:

A long-awaited sequel to the 1996 golf comedy classic. Happy Gilmore (Adam Sandler) returns to the greens years later — possibly mentoring a young golfer or being pulled back into competition by an unexpected rivalry, blending nostalgia with new laughs.

Cast (expected):

• Adam Sandler as Happy Gilmore
• Christopher McDonald rumored to return as Shooter McGavin
• New supporting cast likely, yet to be announced

Release Date: July 1, 2025

Behind the story:

A documentary exploring the meteoric rise and shocking fall of American Apparel — from edgy fashion icon to scandals involving founder Dov Charney, workplace controversies, and the brand’s eventual bankruptcy.

Cast/Featured:

Likely includes archival footage, interviews with former employees, cultural critics, and journalists.

Release Date: July 4, 2025

Behind the story:

Timed for Shark Week season, this doc dives into every known shark species on the planet — rare footage, scientific insight, and conservation efforts to protect these ancient predators.

Cast/Host:

Likely features marine biologists, underwater cinematographers, and conservationists.

Release Date: July 8, 2025

Behind the story:

Explores the real-life parties and suburban chaos that inspired the outrageous 2012 teen comedy Project X. How a viral invite led to out-of-control gatherings and community backlash.

Cast/Featured:

First-hand accounts from attendees, neighbors, and law enforcement.

Release Date: July 15, 2025

Behind the story:

Revisits the 2009 hoax when a family claimed their son floated away in a homemade balloon, sparking a massive rescue mission and media circus — and the shocking truth that emerged.

Cast/Featured:

Interviews with journalists, legal experts, and possibly the family members themselves.

Release Date: July 16, 2025

Behind the story:

A true crime doc investigating the mysterious 1998 disappearance of 23-year-old Amy Lynn Bradley from a cruise ship, a case filled with chilling sightings and unanswered questions.

Cast/Featured:

Family members, investigators, and maritime crime experts.

Release Date: July 22, 2025

Behind the story:

Spotlights a real group of suburban moms who became private investigators, balancing family life with solving cases from cheating spouses to missing persons.

Cast/Featured:

Features interviews with the real “P.I. Moms” team.

Release Date: July 29, 2025

Behind the story:

Looks back at the viral 2019 “Storm Area 51” Facebook event, why millions signed up, what happened when people actually showed up, and how internet culture fueled it.

Cast/Featured:

Event organizers, attendees, UFO enthusiasts, and media.

Release Date: July 30, 2025

Behind the story:

New installment in Netflix’s chilling Conversations with a Killer series. Uses never-before-heard tapes and interviews to revisit the terror of David Berkowitz (“Son of Sam”) in 1970s New York.

Cast/Featured:

Archival interviews, law enforcement, journalists, and criminologists.

Release Date: July 3, 2025

Behind the story:

A docu-series chronicling the buildup to another historic fight between boxing icons Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano — covering their training camps, personal lives, and rivalry.

Cast/Featured:

Katie Taylor, Amanda Serrano, trainers, family, and sports journalists.

Release Date: July 3, 2025

Behind the story:

The highly anticipated second season of Neil Gaiman’s dark fantasy adaptation. Volume 1 is expected to cover story arcs like “Season of Mists” where Dream returns to Hell and deeper family dynamics of the Endless.

Cast:

• Tom Sturridge as Dream
• Kirby Howell-Baptiste as Death
• Mason Alexander Park as Desire
• Gwendoline Christie as Lucifer
• Jenna Coleman as Johanna Constantine
• New cast additions likely for key arcs.

Release Date: July 8, 2025

Behind the story:

Follow new NFL quarterbacks through an entire season — their struggles, triumphs, and off-field life. Builds on the success of Season 1’s behind-the-scenes look at Patrick Mahomes and others.

Cast:

New roster of featured quarterbacks (yet to be announced).

Release Date: July 9, 2025

Behind the story:

A reality docu-series following industry pros and rising talents as they try to assemble the next big music group — from auditions to final debut.

Cast/Featured:

Aspiring artists, music producers, and possible celebrity mentors.

Release Date: July 10, 2025

Behind the story:

A British dramedy created by Lena Dunham about a 30-something American woman starting over in London after heartbreak — messy, funny, and real.

Cast:

Lena Dunham stars alongside British actors (full cast TBA).

Release Date: July 17, 2025

Behind the story:

Drama centered around a wild horse sanctuary in the American West. Themes of family, redemption, and the bond between humans and horses.

Cast:

New ensemble cast (yet to be announced).

Release Date: July 24, 2025

Behind the story:

Continues Season 2’s storylines, likely covering later arcs of Neil Gaiman’s comics.

Cast:

Same returning cast as Volume 1.

Release Date: July 29, 2025

Behind the story:

A scripted drama inspired by the behind-the-curtain chaos and spectacle of professional wrestling’s golden age. Mixes real-life moments with fictional storylines.

Cast:

Cast yet to be announced; likely includes actors playing fictional wrestlers and executives.

Release Date: July 31, 2025

Behind the story:

Supernatural thriller about a woman haunted by her past and family secrets that won’t stay buried.

Cast:

Yet to be revealed.

Release Date: July 31, 2025

Behind the story:

A standalone episode, likely adapting one-shot stories from Gaiman’s comics — possibly similar to the fan-favorite “Dream of a Thousand Cats” style special from Season 1.

Cast:

Returning cast and guest stars.

Release Date: July 5, 2025

Behind the story:

Anime adaptation of Mokumokuren’s popular horror-mystery manga. After his friend Hikaru dies in an accident, Yoshiki notices “Hikaru” has returned — but something about him feels deeply wrong. A chilling story of friendship, grief, and what it means to confront the uncanny.

Cast (likely/known):

• Yoshiki: likely voiced by a rising young voice actor
• Hikaru: likely cast to someone who can balance warmth and eerie detachment
• Official Japanese voice cast TBA.

Release Date: July 10, 2025

Behind the story:

An original Netflix sci-fi anime (not directly tied to earlier manga). Set in a drowned, near-future Earth where massive sea monsters rule the depths and scattered human survivors fight for resources and truth about the past.

Cast:

Voice cast and studio not yet announced; likely features an ensemble of new characters.

Release Date: July 14, 2025

Behind the story:

Continues the adaptation of the hit manga by Yuto Suzuki about Taro Sakamoto — once a legendary hitman, now a humble convenience store owner trying to protect his peaceful life (and family) from the underworld. Expect new assassins, comedic action, and wild fight scenes.

Cast (Japanese voice cast from Part 1, likely returning):

• Taro Sakamoto: Tomokazu Sugita
• Shin: Natsuki Hanae
• Lu: Reina Ueda

Release Date: July 24, 2025

Behind the story:

A new slice-of-life and magical girl style series starring Sanrio’s beloved bunny characters. Likely to follow My Melody’s sweet adventures and Kuromi’s mischievous charm in a pastel, heartwarming world for all ages.

Cast:

Typical Sanrio anime voice cast (official list TBA).

Release date on Netflix: July 1, 2025

Behind the story:

A 37-year-old man magically transforms back into his 17-year-old self, giving him a second chance to fix his regrets and reconnect with his family.

Cast:

• Zac Efron
• Matthew Perry
• Leslie Mann
• Thomas Lennon

Release date on Netflix: July 1, 2025

Behind the story:

Classic high-stakes spy action following IMF agent Ethan Hunt as he faces global conspiracies and impossible missions.

Cast:

• Tom Cruise as Ethan Hunt (all 5 films)
• Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Jeremy Renner (in later films)
• Other stars include Jon Voight, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Paula Patton, Rebecca Ferguson (in 5)

Release date on Netflix: July 1, 2025

Behind the story:

A sitcom about a single mom recovering from alcoholism and trying to repair her relationship with her own mother — mixing humor with heartfelt family moments.

Cast:

• Anna Faris as Christy
• Allison Janney as Bonnie
• Mimi Kennedy, Jaime Pressly, Beth Hall

Release date on Netflix: July 1, 2025

Behind the story:

A sketch comedy series satirizing hipster culture, quirky trends, and life in Portland, Oregon — known for its absurd, clever humor.

Cast:

• Fred Armisen
• Carrie Brownstein
• Guest stars like Jeff Goldblum, Kyle MacLachlan

Release date on Netflix: July 1, 2025

Behind the story:

A groundbreaking indie comedy-drama shot entirely on iPhones, following a transgender sex worker who discovers her boyfriend and pimp has cheated on her — all set during one wild Christmas Eve in LA.

Cast:

• Kitana Kiki Rodriguez
• Mya Taylor
• James Ransone

Release date on Netflix: July 1, 2025

Behind the story:

Classic underdog coming-of-age martial arts saga following Daniel LaRusso and his wise mentor Mr. Miyagi. Themes of discipline, respect, and finding balance.

Cast:

• Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso
• Pat Morita as Mr. Miyagi
• Martin Kove as John Kreese

Release date on Netflix: July 1, 2025

Behind the story:

Romantic drama about a young couple from different social classes falling in love in the 1940s, narrated by an elderly man in a nursing home. Adapted from Nicholas Sparks’ novel.

Cast:

• Ryan Gosling as Noah
• Rachel McAdams as Allie
• James Garner, Gena Rowlands

Release date on Netflix: July 1, 2025

Behind the story:

Two FBI agents go undercover — disguised as wealthy white socialites — to prevent a kidnapping plot. Known for its outrageous comedy and cultural satire.

Cast:

• Shawn Wayans
• Marlon Wayans
• Busy Philipps, Terry Crews

Release date on Netflix: July 1, 2025

Behind the story:

Thriller-drama about a girls’ high school soccer team whose plane crashes in the wilderness, and the haunting consequences decades later. Season 2 deepens the mystery and psychological horror.

Cast:

• Melanie Lynskey
• Juliette Lewis
• Christina Ricci
• Tawny Cypress
• Sophie Nélisse, Jasmin Savoy Brown (younger timeline)

Release date on Netflix: July 1, 2025

Behind the story:

Drama about a successful neurosurgeon who returns to her small hometown to reconnect with family and confront her past. Based on Robyn Carr’s novels (author of Virgin River).

Cast:

• Morgan Kohan
• Chad Michael Murray
• Scott Patterson

Release date on Netflix: July 3, 2025

Behind the story:

A dark, stylish techno-thriller following Elliot Alderson, a hacker battling mental health struggles who’s recruited by an underground group to bring down corporate America. Twisty, cerebral, and critically acclaimed.

Cast:

• Rami Malek as Elliot Alderson
• Christian Slater as Mr. Robot
• Carly Chaikin, Portia Doubleday, BD Wong

Release date on Netflix: July 8, 2025

Behind the story:

Romantic drama about a seasoned musician battling addiction who falls in love with and mentors a rising singer-songwriter. Known for powerful performances and soundtrack.

Cast:

• Bradley Cooper (also director)
• Lady Gaga
• Sam Elliott, Dave Chappelle

Release date on Netflix: July 9, 2025

Behind the story:

Action-packed, visually stunning reboot set in a desert wasteland where Max teams up with Imperator Furiosa to flee a tyrant. Famous for practical effects and high-octane chases.

Cast:

• Tom Hardy as Max
• Charlize Theron as Furiosa
• Nicholas Hoult, Hugh Keays-Byrne

Release date on Netflix: July 15, 2025

Behind the story:

Classic shark thriller franchise starting with Spielberg’s 1975 masterpiece about a massive great white terrorizing a beach town — followed by sequels expanding the story.

Cast (original film):

• Roy Scheider
• Robert Shaw
• Richard Dreyfuss

Release date on Netflix: July 16, 2025

Behind the story:

Feel-good jukebox musical set on a Greek island, where a young woman invites three men who could be her father to her wedding — all told through ABBA songs.

Cast:

• Meryl Streep
• Amanda Seyfried
• Pierce Brosnan, Colin Firth, Stellan Skarsgård

Release date on Netflix: July 21, 2025

Behind the story:

Based on May Cobb’s thriller novel: a woman drawn into a wealthy Texas social circle finds herself caught in scandal, secrets, and murder.

Cast:

• Full cast not yet announced (new series debut).

Release date on Netflix: July 21, 2025

Behind the story:

90s sitcom about a former funk musician turned high school teacher balancing work, friends, and romance.

Cast:

• Steve Harvey as Steve Hightower
• Cedric the Entertainer, Wendy Raquel Robinson

Release date on Netflix: July 23, 2025

Behind the story:

Sharp, edgy comedy-drama about ruthless management consultants who’ll do anything to close a deal. Known for breaking the fourth wall and biting humor.

Cast:

• Don Cheadle as Marty Kaan
• Kristen Bell, Ben Schwartz, Josh Lawson