With Prime Video, Hulu, Disney+, Max (the upgraded HBO Max), Paramount+, Netflix, Peacock, Discovery+, Starz and even more streaming services, there’s no shortage of options when choosing what to binge-watch in your free time. However, sometimes the amount of great film and television available to stream can be overwhelming and lead to scrolling aimlessly — hoping to land on that perfect piece of content.
Scroll no more! To help you out, ET has rounded up the best movies and TV shows to stream this week, including new arrivals, nostalgia-filled favorites, and screen adaptations of classic novels. This week, MTV is celebrating this year’s best of the best music videos at the MTV Video Music Awards with performances from Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion, Demi Lovato, Doja Cat, Kelsea Ballerini, Olivia Rodrigo and more.
From the season premieres of hit shows like Apple TV+’s The Morning Show and Bravo’s Southern Charm to a documentary about NFL superstar Jason Kelce, we’ve got your content covered. Here are the best TV shows and movies to stream this week.
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MTV Video Music Awards
Honoring the best music videos of the year, the MTV Video Music Awards is shaping up to be one of the most exciting nights in television this fall. Taylor Swift leads the nominations this year, with eight noms across categories. SZA, Sam Smith, Doja Cat, Miley Cyrus, Olivia Rodrigo and Nicki Minaj all received multiple MTV VMA nominations. Watch live to see who wins a coveted moon man trophy on Tuesday, September 12 live on MTV or stream via Hulu + Live TV.
Kelce
Prime Video — the home of Thursday Night Football — is releasing a documentary on the NFL all-pro center Jason Kelce. The film showcases the road leading up to facing his brother, Travis Kelce, head-to-head in the 2022-2023 Super Bowl. Watch the movie on Prime Video beginning September 11 at 8 p.m. ET.
Southern Charm (Season 9)
While Kathryn Dennis won’t be returning for season 9 of Southern Charm, the rest of the gang is back on September 14. Based on the sneak peeks, Shep and Taylor reconnect while Madison and Austin continue their feud with shouting fights at group dinners. Episodes air on Bravo and stream on Peacock the following day.
The Morning Show (Season 3)
Jon Hamm joins the ultra-talented cast of The Morning Show for season 3. The news network is on the brink of failing and, to make matters worse, a cyber attack puts everyone’s secrets in jeopardy. Season 3 will be filled with drama, heart, and award-worthy performances. The first two episodes of season 3 hit Apple TV+ on September 13.
The Other Black Girl (Season 1)
Brought to you by executive producer and former Parks and Recreation star Rashida Jones, The Other Black Girl is based on the best-selling novel by Zakiya Dalila Harris. In the series, editorial assistant Nella (Sinclair Daniel) is delighted when her company hires another black woman, Hazel (Ashleigh Murray). As their friendship blossoms, Nella suspects something sinister is happening at their company and everything around her begins to unravel. Watch the workplace thriller when it comes to Hulu on September 13.
The Wheel of Time (Season 2)
Rand believes he destroyed The Dark One in season 1 of The Wheel of Time, but new forces of evil are still troubling the world. How can the friends from Two Rivers continue their fight for good while their magical, life-saving guide is powerless? Find out by watching the second season that’s streaming now on Prime Video.
Adventure Time: Fionna & Cake (Season 1)
Drawing on the success of Cartoon Network’s cult favorite Adventure Time, Max is releasing Adventure Time: Fionna & Cake. Fans will remember Fionna and Cake from the Ice King’s stories in the original series. See all the characters you know and love by watching the new animated show streaming now on Max.
Spellbound (Season 1A)
Sabrina the Teenage Witch meets Emily in Paris in this latest Hulu original series. Cece Parker Jones (Hailey Romain) moves to Paris to join a prestigious ballet school. But when she opens up a book of spells, she awakens powers she didn’t know she had. You can stream the first part of the season on Hulu now.
Power Book IV: Force (Season 2)
Tommy Egan (Joseph Sikora) is taking over the Chicago drug world while seeking vengeance for Liliana’s death in season 2 of Power Book IV: Force. How far will Egan go to become the kingpin of the Windy City? Find out by watching season 2 on Starz now.
Love is Blind: After the Alter (Season 4)
The couples that met in the pods and fell in love sight unseen are reuniting a year later on season 4 of Love is Blind: After the Alter. Find out if your favorite couples are still together and catch up on their lives with this reunion now streaming on Netflix.
Vacation Friends 2
Two couples find themselves together again at an international beach-side resort. Starring Steve Buscemi, John Cena and Search Party‘s Meredith Hagner along with Get Out and Free Guy’s Lil Rel Howery and Insecure‘s Yvonne Orji, Vacation Friends 2 is now streaming on Hulu.
Star Wars: Ahsoka
A former Jedi, Ahsoka Tano (Rosario Dawson), must rejoin the fight when a new threat emerges in the galaxy. Building on previous Disney+ Star Wars series, including The Mandalorian, Andor and The Book of Boba Fett, this fast-paced, action-packed series promises lightsaber fights and help from the force. You can stream the first episodes on Disney+ now.
You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah
Navigating middle school and planning a Bat Mitzvah can be a tough time and, in this coming-of-age story, two best friends deal with the fallout of their relationship after a boy comes between them. This film starring — Adam Sandler and his real-life daughters Sunny and Sadie Sandler — is available to stream on Netflix now.
Thursday Night Football
NFL fans: Are you ready for some football? If not, you better get ready, because Prime Video is hosting most of the Thursday Night Football games this NFL season. While TNF kicks off on the streaming platform beginning September 14, Amazon wrapped up the NFL preseason by airing the Colts vs. Eagles game on Thursday, August 24.
Looking for where to watch all of the preseason games and prepare for the regular season? Check out our guide on how to stream NFL games.
Invasion (Season 2)
Humans had to quickly learn how to survive and adapt while the Earth was being plagued by an alien invasion in season 1 of Invasion. In the second season, which is now streaming on Apple TV+, the inhabitants of Earth must now try to make contact with this otherworldly species to figure out how to destroy them for good.
Puppy Love
Nicole (Lucy Hale) and Max (Grant Gustin) never thought they’d see each other after their failed first date, but their dogs have other plans. Forced to be together for the sake of their pooches, they realize they might have judged each other too quickly. Brought to you by Amazon Freevee, anyone can watch this fun rom-com streaming now.
Depp v. Heard (Limited Series)
Clips from the Depp v. Heard defamation case took social media by storm during the infamous trial. Looking at how social media affected the case between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard, Netflix’s Depp v. Heard lets viewers see the court proceedings in a new light. The provocative limited series is now streaming on Netflix.
Solar Opposites
Your favorite alien family is back for the fourth season. In season four of the Hulu Original, Dan Stevens, best known as Matthew Crawley in Downton Abbey, will voice Korvo. All episodes of the new season are now streaming on Hulu.
Snoopy Presents: One-of-a-Kind Marcie
Looking for a movie night the whole family can appreciate? Snoopy Presents: One-of-a-Kind Marcie is a sweet film with an important message: You don’t need the spotlight to shine bright. Featuring all the Peanuts characters you know and love, the animated movie is now streaming on Apple TV+.
Only Murders in the Building (Season 3)
Paul Rudd and Meryl Streep join the talented cast of Only Murders in the Building for season 3. This season the trio (Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez) venture outside of their shared apartment to investigate a murder that happens inside a Broadway theater. The Hulu Original series now has its first episodes streaming with new episodes dropping weekly.
Red, White & Royal Blue
What happens when the Prince of England and the First Son of the United States fall in love? You’ll find out in Prime Video’s lasted rom-com Red, White & Royal Blue which is streaming now. Based on the best-selling novel of the same name by Casey McQuinston, the romantic comedy follows a complicated and unexpected journey from disdain to friendship to love.
Ladies First: A Story of Women in Hip-Hop (Limited Series)
Women have had a huge impact on the world of Hip Hop. Netflix’s limited series Ladies First: A Story of Women in Hip-Hop sits down with some of the biggest names in the industry, like Queen Latifah, MC Lyte, Latto and more to discuss the culture of the industry and their influence. The series is now streaming.
Kim vs. Kanye: The Divorce
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West were one of the biggest Hollywood power couples until their very public divorce in March 2022. The pair mostly kept their separation under wraps. Now, the legal teams from both sides give their perspective on what happened in this two-part documentary, now streaming on Max.
The Challenge USA (Season 2)
Your favorite reality stars from the CBS Universe, including past Big Brother and Survivor contestants, battle it out in The Challenge USA. Which contestant will reign supreme? Find out when new episodes air on Thursdays on CBS or the next day on Paramount+.
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