New Today: Lucky, Ultimatum S4 & More — Jul 15
New on Streaming Today: Lucky, Ultimatum S4 & More — Jul 15
Wednesday is here, and this July 15 slate brings a strong mix of new series premieres, a major reality TV return, and notable library additions. Leading the charge today is an Apple TV+ crime thriller starring one of the most compelling actors working right now, alongside a new season of Netflix's most addictive reality experiment.
Headliner: Lucky — Apple TV+
The biggest release of the day is Lucky, a seven-episode crime thriller miniseries starring Anya Taylor-Joy as a con artist forced on the run after a multi-million-dollar heist goes sideways. Pursued by both the FBI and a ruthless crime boss, her character Lucky must fight for her life while staying one step ahead of everyone closing in.
Created by Jonathan Tropper (Apple TV's Your Friends & Neighbors), the series is based on Marissa Stapley's bestselling novel and produced by Reese Witherspoon's Hello Sunshine. The supporting cast is stacked: Annette Bening plays a mysterious figure from Lucky's past, Timothy Olyphant brings his signature cool as a federal agent on her trail, and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Clifton Collins Jr., and Drew Starkey round out the ensemble.
Apple TV+ drops the first two episodes today, with the remaining five arriving weekly on Wednesdays through August 19. Early reactions from the Los Angeles premiere are strong, with critics highlighting Taylor-Joy's electric performance and the series' propulsive pacing. It's a sharp, stylish thriller that makes for excellent counter-programming against today's reality-heavy alternatives.
Reality Returns: The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On Season 4 — Netflix
Netflix's reality dating experiment moves to Las Vegas for its fourth season. Hosts Nick and Vanessa Lachey return to guide another batch of couples at a crossroads: marry the person they're with, or walk away for good. If you're a fan of The Ultimatum's signature blend of emotional stakes and dramatic twists, this season delivers the Vegas treatment — bigger temptations, higher stakes, and the kind of relationship chaos that makes the show such compelling viewing. All episodes are streaming now on Netflix.
Library Additions: Snowden & The Tick — Netflix
Netflix also adds two notable catalog titles today. Oliver Stone's Snowden (2016) stars Joseph Gordon-Levitt as NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden in a taut biographical thriller that earned a 61% Tomatometer score and strong praise for its lead performance. The film holds up well nearly a decade later as a gripping look at government surveillance and one individual's decision to expose it. Snowden is worth a rewatch — or a first watch if you missed it in theaters.
Also arriving on Netflix is The Tick Seasons 1-2, the 2017 live-action Amazon series based on Ben Edlund's cult-favorite comic. Peter Serafinowicz plays the absurdly earnest blue superhero with Griffin Newman as his neurotic sidekick Arthur. It's a funny and surprisingly heartfelt superhero comedy that earned a devoted following during its original run — perfect for anyone who missed it the first time around.
Also Streaming Today
Over on Disney+, X-Men '97 Season 2 continues with a new episode — this week's installment pushes Marvel's animated mutant saga deeper into its acclaimed second season. Hulu adds Mission: Yozakura Family Season 2 for anime fans, alongside several Creator Essentials series.
Max premieres People Magazine Investigates: The University of Cosmic Intelligence Cult, a true-crime docuseries exploring a mysterious organization. Prime Video drops Ride or Die, a comedy about an unexpected road trip. And Peacock airs the Season 1 finale of Bravo's In the City.
What to Watch First
Start with Lucky on Apple TV+ if you're in the mood for a propulsive crime thriller with a star turn from Anya Taylor-Joy and a stellar supporting cast. If you need something lighter after, The Ultimatum Season 4 on Netflix makes for perfect palate-cleansing reality TV. And if you're planning a movie night later this week, queue up Snowden for a gripping political thriller that raises lasting questions.
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