The 10 best things to stream this weekend, from a riveting new Netflix drama to a MoviePass documentary (2024)

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'Eric' is Netflix's latest drama series

Benedict Cumberbatch stars as Vincent Anderson, a troubled puppeteer with a splintering marriage. He's pushed past his breaking point when his 9-year-old son Edgar disappears.

Set in 1980s New York City, the six-episode miniseries follows Vincent, whose fragile mental health leads him to begin imagining a 7-foot-tall furry blue puppet named Eric. Vincent is convinced the puppet can bring Edgar home.

The surreal premise is grounded in harsh reality and features powerhouse performances.

Streaming on: Netflix

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'MoviePass, MovieCrash' tells the wild true story of a beloved startup's downfall

The new HBO documentary tracks the origin, rise, and spectacular fall of MoviePass, an innovative movie-ticketing subscription service that was beloved by filmgoers before its implosion. Bonus: It's based on award-winning reporting by BI's very own Jason Guerrasio.

Streaming on: Max

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For another fantastical true story, stream 'Ren Faire'

It's like "Game of Thrones" meets "Succession"… but at a Renaissance festival in Texas.

"Ren Faire," a three-episode docuseries, follows a struggle for power among the employees at the Texas Renaissance Festival after its longtime boss, 86-year-old George Coulam (aka "King George"), announces his intention to retire.

The first episode is out on Sunday.

Streaming on: Max

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Looking for a docuseries? Watch 'Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult'

Fans of cult docs like "Escaping Twin Flames" will want to check out this new three-part docuseries about popular TikTok dancers who join up with 7M Films, a management company owned by Robert Shinn, and its associated church.

Featured in the doc are former members along with the relatives of current and former members, most prominently the family of TikToker Miranda Wilking.

Streaming on: Netflix

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True crime fans can also watch a new docuseries about Nicole Brown Simpson

Lifetime's two-part event, "The Life and Murder of Nicole Brown Simpson," is airing in honor of the 30th anniversary of her death.

The doc puts the spotlight on the victim of one of the most notorious crimes and the first major televised trial. It features home video footage and interviews from dozens of participants, including Brown Simpson's family and friends.

Streaming on: Hulu Live TV

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Comedy fans should check out the new season of 'We Are Lady Parts'

The British sitcom, about an all-female Muslim punk rock band called Lady Parts, returns for its second season this week.

Streaming on: Peaco*ck

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If you want a thriller, check out the new season of 'Mayor of Kingstown'

From "Yellowstone" creator Taylor Sheridan, "Mayor of Kingstown" follows the McLusky family in Kingstown, Michigan, a prison town plagued by gang warfare. Jeremy Renner leads as crime boss Mike McLusky.

Streaming on: Paramount+

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The 'Hacks' season finale airs this week

The ninth and final episode of the Max comedy's third season airs on Thursday. See how things shake out for Jean Smart's Deborah Vance and Hannah Einbender's Ava after a rollercoaster of a season for the once washed-up comedian.

Streaming on: Max

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So does the finale of 'Under the Bridge'

The crime drama, based on the real murder of Reena Virk that stars Lily Gladstone and Riley Keough, airs its final episode this week.

Streaming on: Hulu

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Horror fans can now stream 'The First Omen' at home

It's that other nun horror movie that came out this year that's not Sydney Sweeney's "Immaculate."

Part of the long-running franchise that kicked off with "The Omen" in 1976, the latest prequel was surprisingly well received by audiences and critics, currently sitting at 81% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Streaming on: Hulu