Despite the typical summer lull in television programming, July is offering viewers a variety of engaging content, ranging from gripping murder mysteries to insightful documentaries. This month promises a diverse lineup that caters to various interests, reports BritPanorama.
Among the highlights is Wimbledon, alongside the ongoing World Cup, broadcasted on BBC and ITV. However, for those seeking drama beyond sports, there are several notable series set to premiere.
Here’s a look at the most anticipated series arriving this July:
Elle
Prime Video introduces a prequel series titled Elle, exploring the life of Elle Woods before she attended Harvard Law School. Lexi Minetree portrays Elle, who finds herself in unfamiliar territory when her family relocates to Seattle, embodying the classic “fish-out-of-water” scenario expected in a 90s-themed narrative.
Streaming now, Prime Video
Katie Price: Nothing to Hide
This four-part documentary series, produced by Louis Theroux’s company, details Katie Price’s evolution from a glamour model known as Jordan to a prominent figure in tabloid culture. The series also examines the British public’s enduring fascination with her life, showcasing Price’s candidness on a variety of personal topics.
Wednesday 8 July, Sky
Little House on the Prairie
Netflix’s adaptation of Little House on the Prairie draws from Laura Ingalls Wilder’s literary work, providing a fresh perspective on the Ingalls family’s struggles in 19th century Kansas. This new version aims to include the narratives of the indigenous Osage people, marking a significant and welcome modification to the beloved story.
Thursday 9 July, Netflix
The Westies
In The Westies, Oscar-winning actor JK Simmons portrays Eamon Sweeney, leader of the notorious Irish-American gang in New York’s Hell’s Kitchen during the 1980s. The series depicts a generational clash within the gang, as well as their conflict with law enforcement seeking to displace the Italian mob.
Sunday 12 July, MGM+ via Prime Video
Ride or Die
This series features a dynamic duo, Octavia Spencer and Hannah Waddingham, as they embark on an unexpected adventure. The plot unfolds when Judith reveals her secret as a trained assassin, thrusting the pair into perilous situations across Europe.
Wednesday 15 July, Prime Video
Lucky
In this crime thriller, Anya Taylor-Joy plays Lucky, a con artist whose attempts to escape her criminal lifestyle lead to life-threatening encounters with both a dangerous mob leader and the FBI. The series features a number of well-known actors, including five-time Oscar nominee Annette Bening.
Wednesday 15 July, Apple TV
The Five-Star Weekend
Adapted from Elin Hilderbrand’s bestselling novel, The Five-Star Weekend stars Jennifer Garner as Hollis Shaw, who hosts a weekend retreat for friends to help navigate her grief following the death of her husband. Tensions rise as past secrets and unexamined boundaries surface during the gathering.
Thursday 16 July, Sky and Now
The Hawk
Will Ferrell stars in The Hawk, where he plays a once-prominent golfer striving for a final major championship before retirement. Supported by a cast of familiar faces, Lonnie must confront personal and professional challenges as he seeks redemption.
Thursday 16 July, Netflix
Heartstopper Forever
