10 TV Shows To Watch Over The 4th Of July Weekend On Netflix, Prime Video & HBO Max
The Fourth of July weekend gives folks extra time to check out new TV, and these are the new shows to watch on Netflix, HBO Max, and Prime Video. With the 250th anniversary of the United States coming up tomorrow, many folks are getting ready to celebrate with sparklers and barbecues. Others are heading out to firework shows or, better yet, drone light shows, which not only allow for more artistic displays but also don’t trigger PTSD or upset dogs. New movies at the theater are always a popular choice for the Fourth of July. However, not everyone is headed outside for their long weekend. Plenty of folks, myself included, choose to stay home on the Fourth of July weekend. No matter the reason, it can be preferable to play new video games, watch TV, or put on a movie. Luckily, if you want to relax at home with a good TV show, there are plenty of new and returning summer series across multiple genres that have come out over the past week or two that can keep you entertained all weekend long. These are ten options for subscribers of Netflix, Prime Video, and HBO Max.
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Human Vapor
A man turning into gas in Netflix’s Human Vapor reboot.Image via Netflix
Available on Netflix
Genres: Sci-fi, thriller
Number of episodes: 8
The most recent horror movie to get the remake treatment is Human Vapor, a 1960 movie by Ishirō Honda and Takeshi Kimura. Netflix’s new limited series Japanese-Korean sci-fi Human Vapor dropped just in time for the Fourth of July weekend. The series follows a man who dies on TV, getting engulfed in a mysterious gas. The Human Vapor uses his abilities to commit crimes while a detective investigates the truth about what happened. Netflix’s new conspiracy sci-fi thriller marks the first time the company has partnered with the renowned Toho studio, which created the Godzilla franchise. The cinematography and visuals feel as if they were created for the big screen, giving Human Vapor a grand feel.
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House of the Dragon Season 3
Damon in season 3 of House of the Dragon
Available on HBO Max
Genres: High fantasy
Number of episodes: 26 previous + 3 new
Fantasy audiences remain absolutely captivated by the Game of Thrones world, which is proven by the success of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms and the continued interest in House of the Dragon. For those who love House Targaryen, the long weekend provides folks with the perfect opportunity to binge-watch past seasons of House of the Dragon and dive into the new episodes. Currently, House of the Dragon season 3 has released two of its eight episodes, with the third set to air on Sunday. In this season, we dive straight into the Dance of the Dragons, which has always been the most intriguing part of the spinoff. So far, critical reviews rank this season as the best of the three thanks to fixed pacing and impressive dragon-on-dragon warfare.
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My Adventures With Superman Season 3
Lois Lane holding a bruised Superman’s face in My Adventures with Superman season 3Image courtesy of Warner Bros. Discovery
Available on HBO Max
Genres: Superhero, animated
Number of episodes: 20 previous+ 4 new
Superhero lovers may head to the movie theater over the Fourth of July weekend to check out James Gunn’s Supergirl. However, there’s another great option for folks who might not want to leave the house or those who have already watched the movie. HBO is releasing the newest season of My Adventures With Superman. The show follows Clark Kent as he develops his double life as Superman and falls in love with up-and-coming reporter Lois Lane. He takes on his role as Metropolis’ hero with the help of Lois and his best friend Jimmy. My Adventures with Superman season 3 is on episode 3, with 4 coming out Sunday. The animation is top-notch, and the story has so much heart.
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Elle
Available on Prime Video
Genres: YA, comedy
Number of episodes: 8
Ever since Prime Video merged with MGM, it has looked for ways to expand its newly acquired IPs, and Legally Blonde was one of the focuses (via Variety). The franchise was influential to a whole generation of young women who wanted to be seen for their femininity and intelligence. Elle Woods is one of the most iconic and quotable characters of the early 2000s. This even led to a truly incredible stage show, which defied all expectations. It was a natural extension for Prime Video to create Elle, the prequel that follows the character as she moves from Los Angeles to Seattle during high school. The prequel story is questionable for continuity’s sake, but the show still features plenty of nods to the original movies and mid-90s nostalgia that make it entertaining.
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Worst Neighbor Ever
Worst Neighbor EverNetflix
Available on Netflix
Genres: True crime
Number of episodes: 4
True crime is still a wildly popular genre, and the new Netflix show Worst Neighbor Ever is a weekend watch that can be binged in just one night. The docuseries explores four real horror stories of stalking, threatening, harassment, and physical violence between neighbors. They all occur in the most unassuming neighborhoods, which makes the events even more chilling. The sensationalist series is a spinoff of Netflix’s Worst Ex Ever and Worst Roommate Ever. Each episode lasts between 52 and 61 minutes, giving the show plenty of time to dissect the details of the crimes. To help with this, the documentary filmmakers include interviews, body cam footage, and animated reenactments.
5
Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2
Team Avatar facing off against Azula in Netflix’s Avatar The Last Airbender season 2
Available on Netflix
Genres: Fantasy
Number of episodes: 8 previous + 7 new
Netflix’s live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender just released season 2, and the seasons are short enough to watch over the Fourth of July weekend. In a war-torn world, the story follows Aang, a young Avatar who is destined to master all four elements and end the Fire Nation’s tyranny. He goes on the journey with the help of his friends Katara and Sokka. The show is far from a perfect adaptation, as nothing will even come close to the perfection of the Peabody Award-winning animated Nickelodeon show. However, it is still an entertaining watch, with impressive special effects and strong acting. This season also introduces fan-favorite Avatar: The Last Airbender character Toph Beifong.
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Life, Larry, & the Pursuit of Unhappiness
Larry David and Barack Obama in a promotional still for Life, Larry and the Pursuit of UnhappinessArt Streiber/HBO
Available on HBO Max
Genres: Comedy, satire
Number of episodes: 7
Larry David’s newest TV show Life, Larry, & the Pursuit of Unhappiness just debuted on HBO. Based on the fact that both the critic and audience scores are rotten, this TV show definitely won’t be for everyone. I’m certainly not the target audience. However, some people did find it enjoyable, with the right expectations. The basic premise is that Barack and Michelle Obama want to celebrate the United States’ 250th anniversary, but Larry David steps in. It’s sketch comedy of different events in US history. Don’t go into it expecting a historically accurate but comedic show, though. It’s more like Drunk History for people who enjoy Larry David’s particular brand of comedy, as it’s mostly improvised. It has an “Old Man Yells At Cloud” energy, so it could be your perfect watch over the weekend, if you’re into that.
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That Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime Season 4
Rimuru looking quite serious.
Available on Prime Video
Genres: Fantasy, anime
Number of episodes: 73 previous + 13 new
Prime Video offers a Crunchyroll add-on that allows viewers to stream a massive catalog of anime. Anyone with that add-on has the opportunity to watch the new cour of That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime. The D&D-inspired anime follows Satoru Mikami, a 37-year-old man who dies and gets reincarnated as an extraordinarily powerful slime in a magical world.
The show already has 72 episodes to binge between seasons 1 and 3. The newest season is split into 5 cours that are expected to premiere over a year. Cour 1 premiered April 3, 2026, and Cour 2 hit Prime Video on July 3, just in time for the Fourth of July weekend. Episodes will release weekly, so now is the perfect time to catch up.
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Would You Rather: Decide To Survive
The cast of Would You Rather Decide to Survive stands together outside
Available on Prime Video
Genres: Reality TV, comedy
Number of episodes: 6
Last weekend, Prime Video debuted its British comedy reality TV show Would You Rather: Decide to Survive, and it’s the perfect binge-watch for anyone wanting great laughs. The show centers on UK digital content creators and online personalities, divided into two teams, who play the classic “would you rather” game. Instead of being hypothetical, the contestants actually have to live out their answers to the hypothetical questions. The challenges grow increasingly chaotic with each round, and the dynamics among the contestants make it all the better. Ultimately, it’s one of the more lighthearted reality TV shows to debut in recent years, and the fact that there’s no prize makes it less vicious.
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Notes From The Last Row
June 2026 K-drama Notes from the Last Row
Available on Netflix
Genres: Thriller
Number of episodes: 6
Netflix has been putting out hit after hit in the K-drama genre, and their new show is no exception. Notes from the Last Row is a streaming hit, reaching #8 on Netflix’s Global Top 10 within its first week. Between the plot and the incredible acting, it’s a show that lingers long after the last episode ends. Notes From the Last Row follows Heo Mun-oh, a failed novelist who teaches Korean literature and whose life looks perfect on the outside but is, in fact, at a low point. He develops an interest in the writing of Lee Kang, a young engineering student auditing his class, but mentorship quickly spirals into a dangerous obsession. The story uses every moment of its six episodes strategically, creating a consistent pace that’s as intense as it is slow-burn.
تم النشر: 2026-07-04 01:54:00
مصدر: screenrant.com
