From a spy movie featuring Henry Cavill to the last season of a popular drama series, there’s a diverse mix of films and web series releasing on Netflix, Apple TV+, Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar, JioCinema and Hoichoi this week. Here’s a look.
Time Bandits
Streaming from: July 24
Platform: Apple TV+
Taika Waititi directs and co-writes this reimagined 10-part series of Terry Gilliam’s 1981 cult classic. The plot follows Kevin (Kal-El Tuck), an 11-year-old history buff, who stumbles upon a group of time-traveling thieves. Equipped with a magical map, they journey through various historical periods in search of valuable treasures. Kevin’s room transforms into a portal, leading him on a perilous adventure to save his family and ultimately the world. The cast of Time Bandits includes Lisa Kudrow, Rachel House, Jemaine Clement, and Waititi himself.
The Decameron
Streaming from: July 25
Platform: Netflix
A fresh take on Giovanni Boccaccio’s 14th-century classic, The Decameron is a dark comedy series set during the Black Death of 1348. It follows nobles and servants who retreat to a country villa from the city of Florence to escape the plague. Their plan for a luxurious escape soon falls apart, leading to chaos, class tensions and a struggle for survival. The ensemble cast features Tony Hale, Zosia Mamet, Tanya Reynolds and Saoirse-Monica Jackson.
The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
Streaming from: July 25
Platform: Prime Video
Directed by Guy Ritchie, The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare brings to life a true World War II story from the 2014 book Churchill’s Secret Warriors by Damien Lewis. Starring Henry Cavill as Gus March-Phillips, a British operative, the narrative follows his team on a dangerous unauthorised mission to sabotage Nazi operations. The film also features Cary Elwes, Freddie Fox, Alan Ritchson, Alex Pettyfer, Eiza González, Hero Fiennes Tiffin, and Henry Golding.
Tokyo Swindlers
Streaming from: July 25
Platform: Netflix
Based on Ko Shinjo’s novel, this Japanese crime drama centres on a group of land scammers orchestrating a high-stakes real estate fraud in Tokyo. Led by Takumi Tsujimoto and Harison Yamanaka, the team targets prime real estate valued at 10 billion yen, using various deceptive tactics. The plot thickens as tension builds, revealing the complex web of deceit and personal dynamics within the group.
Bloody Ishq
Streaming from: July 26
Platform: Disney+ Hotstar
Avika Gor and Vardhan Puri headline Vikram Bhatt’s horror tale set in a secluded Scottish island. Neha (Gor) suffers from amnesia following a traumatic accident and seeks refuge with her husband (Puri) on a remote Scottish isle. But supernatural events disrupt their peace, forcing Neha to piece together her lost memories amidst eerie occurrences.
Elite Season 8
Streaming from: July 26
Platform: Netflix
The final season of the popular Spanish teen drama series delves deeper into the lives of the students at Las Encinas. New secrets and rivalries emerge as siblings Emilia and Héctor Krawietz, leaders of the alumni association, stir chaos. Omar and Nadia vow to expose their corruption and bring justice to the school.
Which Brings Me to You
Streaming from: July 26
Platform: JioCinema
Which Brings Me to You is a romcom that follows Jane (Lucy Hale) and Will (Nat Wolff), two romantically disillusioned individuals who meet at a wedding. After a near-hookup, they spend the next 24 hours sharing their romantic misadventures and heartbreaks. Their confessions range from humorous to deeply personal, exploring vulnerabilities and fears. As the night ends, they face a crossroads, deciding whether to open up to each other or repeat past mistakes.
Noshtoneer Season 2
Streaming from: July 26
Platform: Hoichoi
Sandipta Sen is back as Aparna in the second season of the social drama Noshtoneer. Helmed by Aditi Roy, the series revolves around Aparna, a homemaker whose life gets turned upside down when her husband is named in a #MeToo scandal. While the previous season saw Aparna trying to find the truth about her husband’s guilt, this season will explore how Aparna reacts to the situation.
