Whether you're in the mood for gripping thrillers, heartwarming romances or intriguing mysteries, the first week of April has something for everyone. So grab your popcorn and get ready to dive into a week of binge-worthy entertainment.
Loot Season 2
Platform: Apple TV+
Streaming from: April 3
A comedy series created by Matt Hubbard and Alan Yang, Loot revolves around Molly Wells (Maya Rudolph), a recently divorced 45-year-old who unexpectedly becomes the world's third-richest woman after splitting from her tech billionaire husband. Following her divorce and a whirlwind global spending spree with her newfound USD 87 billion fortune, Molly now grapples with mid-life crisis. However, she ultimately decides to recommit to the charitable foundation she established during a previous spree, embarking on a journey to reconnect with the world and rediscover herself in the process.
Ripley
Platform: Netflix
Streaming from: April 4
Andrew Scott portrays a grifter named Tom Ripley in this new limited series based on Patricia Highsmith’s novels. Set in 1960s New York, the show navigates through Ripley's manipulations and the elite social circles he infiltrates after being recruited by a wealthy individual to persuade his son to come back from Italy. However, Tom’s integration into the picturesque life abroad initiates a complex odyssey of lies, trickery, and ultimately, homicide.
How to Date Billy Walsh
Platform: Prime Video
Streaming from: April 5
This British romantic comedy revolves around best friends Amelia (Charithra Chandran) and Archie (Sebastian Croft) who have been inseparable companions since childhood. Archie, harbouring a lifelong affection for Amelia, has stood by her side through thick and thin, though he has kept his romantic feelings concealed. But just as he finally resolves to confess his love, Amelia becomes smitten with Billy Walsh (Tanner Buchanan), a charming new student. Stricken with heartache, Archie goes out of his way to keep Amelia and Billy apart.
Parasyte: The Grey
Platform: Netflix
Streaming from: April 5
The creators of Train to Busan return with a fresh sci-fi horror TV series. Parasyte: The Grey, helmed by Yeon Sang-ho, draws inspiration from Hitoshi Iwaaki’s manga of the same name. It explores the chilling concept of parasitic organisms invading human bodies, committing horrific murders. With a talented ensemble cast including Jeon So-nee, Koo Kyo-hwan, and Lee Jung-hyun, the show immerses viewers in a disturbing tale of extraterrestrial parasites infiltrating earth and merging with human hosts.
Scoop
Platform: Netflix
Streaming from: April 5
A compelling drama featuring Gillian Anderson, Rufus Sewell, Billie Piper and Keeley Hawes, Scoop delves into the behind-the-scenes manoeuvres by women journalists who negotiated with Buckingham Palace to obtain the groundbreaking 2019 BBC interview that ultimately led to Prince Andrew’s downfall. This televised interview, exploring Andrew’s connections with Jeffrey Epstein and allegations of sexual assault, emerged as a big blow to the Royal Family.
Sugar
Platform: Apple TV+
Streaming from: April 5
Colin Farrell leads this series as John Sugar, a private detective in Los Angeles, who delves into the mysterious disappearance of Olivia Siegel (Sydney Chandler), the granddaughter of renowned Hollywood producer Jonathan Siegel (James Cromwell). In his quest for answers, Sugar uncovers a web of family secrets spanning generations.
