What’s New This Week
Frens, it’s officially November and the streaming streets are packed!
From heartfelt holiday movies and gripping true-crime dramas to docuseries, K-dramas, and big-screen thrillers — this week’s lineup is stacked with something for every mood.
Grab your blanket, your snacks, and maybe your feelings too, because these 33 new releases are ready to take over your watchlist.
November 1
Joy To The World (Hulu)
Lifestyle guru Joy Edwards has built her brand on perfection, but when a TV crew wants to film Christmas dinner at her “home,” she enlists her best friend to pose as her husband — and sparks fly.
Why watch: A cozy holiday rom-com about love, lies, and finding joy in imperfection.
Terry McMillan Presents: His, Hers & Ours (Lifetime)
Two single parents find love when their teenagers start dating each other. Their romance forces them to weigh love against loyalty.
Why watch: Family, faith, and second chances — classic Terry McMillan storytelling.
The Cut (Paramount+)
A retired boxer’s comeback spirals into obsession as his drive for redemption blurs the line between victory and self-destruction.
Why watch: A gritty sports drama with heart, pain, and purpose.
November 2
I Love LA (HBO Max)
Rachel Sennott stars as Maia, a 27-year-old talent manager whose career — and friendships — get messy when an old college frenemy reappears.
Why watch: A sharp, funny look at ambition and identity in the city of dreams.
November 3
Crutch (Paramount+)
When Francois “Crutch” Crutchfield’s adult kids move back home, his peaceful Harlem life turns upside down in the funniest way possible.
Why watch: Family, laughs, and love in one feel-good sitcom.
Dr. Seuss’ The Sneetches (Netflix)
The classic Seuss story comes to life in a vibrant musical special about kindness, compassion, and equality.
Why watch: Wholesome, colorful, and full of heart.
In Waves and War (Netflix)
Three Navy SEALs confront trauma through experimental psychedelic therapy in this powerful documentary.
Why watch: Honest, emotional, and eye-opening storytelling about healing and humanity.
Nice To Not Meet You (Prime Video)
An aging actor typecast as a detective crosses paths with a political journalist demoted to entertainment reporting — and an unexpected romance begins.
Why watch: A charming K-drama that blends humor, heart, and self-reinvention.
November 4
All’s Fair (Hulu)
A group of female divorce attorneys break from their male-dominated firm to open their own powerhouse practice.
Why watch: Power, friendship, and scandal — this one’s for the strong-woman-era crowd.
Love & Hip Hop: Miami Season 7 (BET)
The reality TV favorite returns with more music, relationship drama, and Miami heat.
Why watch: It’s messy, glamorous, and totally binge-worthy.
Icefall (VOD/Digital)
A young Native American game warden captures a poacher who knows where a plane full of cash lies beneath a frozen lake.
Why watch: A tense, icy thriller about greed, survival, and moral choices.
The Smashing Machine (VOD/Digital)
The true story of MMA legend Mark Kerr — a fighter whose pursuit of greatness nearly destroyed him.
Why watch: A gripping rise-and-fall sports drama with emotional punch.
Squid Game: The Challenge Season 2 (Netflix)
The high-stakes reality competition is back with more players, more games, and bigger risks.
Why watch: It’s the thrill ride everyone will be talking about again.
Who Hired The Hitman? (ID)
A true-crime docuseries unraveling shocking murder-for-hire plots and the people behind them.
Why watch: Chilling stories for your late-night crime fix.
November 5
Tyler Perry’s Finding Joy (Prime Video)
Shannon Thornton stars as Joy, a fashion designer who follows her crush to Colorado — only to discover love and purpose where she least expects it.
Why watch: A warm, romantic holiday movie with a soulful message.
Fantastic Four: The First Steps (Disney+)
In a retro-futuristic ’60s world, Marvel’s First Family faces a cosmic threat while learning what it truly means to stick together.
Why watch: A stylish, heartfelt reimagining of the superhero classic.
November 6
Death By Lightning (Netflix)
Based on the true story of President James Garfield and his assassin Charles Guiteau, this gripping period drama explores power, obsession, and tragedy.
Why watch: Historical storytelling meets prestige television.
The Vince Staples Show Season 2 (Netflix)
Rapper and comedian Vince Staples returns for another season of humor, reflection, and cultural insight.
Why watch: Offbeat, witty, and totally Vince.
Alex Vs. Arod (HBO Max)
Alex Rodriguez opens up about his career, suspension, and redemption in this candid sports documentary.
Why watch: A rare peek inside the mind of one of baseball’s most controversial figures.
All Her Fault (Peacock)
When Marissa Irvine arrives to pick up her son from a playdate, the woman who answers the door claims she’s never met them — launching a frantic search that unravels dark secrets and family betrayals.
Why watch: A chilling psychological thriller that turns a mother’s nightmare into a gripping mystery.
November 7
Pluribus (Apple TV+)
The world’s most miserable man must save humanity from happiness.
Why watch: A darkly comedic, wildly original concept with emotional depth.
Materialists (HBO Max)
A New York matchmaker finds herself torn between the perfect partner and the ex she can’t forget.
Why watch: Stylish, witty, and brimming with romantic tension.
Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein (Netflix)
A brilliant scientist’s experiment creates a creature that dooms them both in this haunting retelling from Guillermo del Toro.
Why watch: Gothic beauty, emotional storytelling, and masterful filmmaking.
Predator: Badlands (Theaters)
The sci-fi action franchise heads west for a brutal new showdown in the desert.
Why watch: Classic Predator thrills with a fresh setting.
I Wish You All The Best (Theaters)
A heartfelt coming-of-age film about identity, acceptance, and self-expression.
Why watch: Tender, emotional, and beautifully told.
Bugonia (Theaters)
A surreal dark comedy following two women on a bizarre road trip through love, chaos, and capitalism.
Why watch: Weird, witty, and unforgettable.
Natchez (Theaters)
A Southern-set mystery unraveling generations of secrets in a small Mississippi town.
Why watch: Atmospheric and full of suspense.
Die, My Love (Theaters)
A chilling psychological thriller exploring motherhood and mental illness.
Why watch: Raw, haunting, and devastatingly performed.
Sarah’s Oil (Theaters)
An environmental thriller about greed, legacy, and the power of one woman’s resistance.
Why watch: Smart, urgent, and visually stunning.
Nuremberg (Theaters)
A historical courtroom drama revisiting the trials that shaped modern justice.
Why watch: Powerful performances and moral gravity.
Unexpected Christmas (Theaters)
Two strangers stuck in an airport during a snowstorm rediscover the magic of the holidays.
Why watch: Cozy, funny, and filled with festive spirit.
Maxton Hall: The World Between Us Season 2 (Prime Video)
Ruby and James face heartbreak and high society drama in this emotional new season.
Why watch: Romance, betrayal, and elite boarding-school angst done right.
Fire and Water: Making the Avatar Films (Disney+)
Go behind the scenes of one of cinema’s most ambitious franchises in this immersive documentary.
Why watch: For film lovers and anyone obsessed with Avatar’s world-building magic.
November 8
Terry McMillan Presents: Preach, Pray, Love (Lifetime)
Rapper Charlie Jones falls for charismatic minister Kyrus Owens, igniting controversy and self-discovery.
Why watch: A faith-meets-fame love story full of soul, struggle, and growth.
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Whatcha Watching?
There you have it, Frens — 33 new movies and shows to fill your watchlist this week!
Whether you’re here for the heart, the laughs, or the drama, there’s something in this lineup calling your name.
Drop down in the comments and tell me what you’re watching first!
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