What a weekend to be a fan of pop culture. There's new music from Public Enemy and Carrie Underwood. There's new streaming shows on Apple TV+, Disney+ and Peacock. Not to mention new movies, a Father of the Bridereunion on Netflix...and new seasons of Fargo and the Great British Baking Show. So, brew that pot of tea and get comfy on the couch. Here's what's new to watch...
The Amber Ruffin Show on Peacock
We have 2 Jimmy's, a James, Stephen, Seth, Conan and Andy. All white. All male. Don't you think it's time for a black woman in late night?! Well, it's finally happening. The fantastic Amber Ruffin, who appears regularly on Late Night with Seth Meyers (where she's a writer) is now getting her own show on the streaming service: Peacock.
Each week THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW will showcase Amber's signature smart and silly take on the week's news. No matter what's happening in the world, Amber will respond to it with a charming mix of seriousness, nonsense, and evening gowns. THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW is a topical late-night show with just the good parts – the comedy. Amber Ruffin, Jenny Hagel, Seth Meyers, and Mike Shoemaker serve as executive producers.
Father of the Bride Reunion on Netflix
25 years later, the Banks family is BACK for a very special event in support of World Central Kitchen. Written and directed by Nancy Meyers, streaming on YouTube Friday at 3PM PT/6 PM ET!
Kajillionaire in theaters
From writer/director Miranda July comes this new comedy. Con-artists Theresa (Debra Winger) and Robert (Richard Jenkins) have spent 26 years training their only daughter, Old Dolio (Evan Rachel Wood), to swindle, scam, and steal at every opportunity. During a desperate, hastily conceived heist, they charm a stranger (Gina Rodriguez) into joining their next scam, only to have their entire world turned upside down.
The Greatest #AtHome Videos on CBS
Check out some of the funniest home videos created during the pandemic, hosted by Cedric The Entertainer on Friday.
Utopia on Prime Video
When the conspiracy in the elusive comic Utopia is real, a group of young fans come together to embark on a high-stakes twisted adventure to use what they uncover to save themselves, each other, and ultimately humanity. Starring John Cusack, Rainn Wilson, and Sasha Lane.
Secret Society of Second-Born Royals on Disney+
Be sure to check out our brand new interview with the cast, this weekend on Advocate Channel.
They're not the heirs, but they're destined to protect the throne. Secret Society of Second-Born Royals, an Original Movie, is streaming now on Disney+.
Misbehaviour on VOD
Starring Keira Knightley, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Jessie Buckley, Keeley Hawes, Phyllis Logan, with Lesley Manville, Rhys Ifans and Greg Kinnear.
In 1970, the Miss World competition took place in London, hosted by US comedy legend, Bob Hope. At the time, Miss World was the most-watched TV show on the planet with over 100 million viewers. Claiming that beauty competitions demeaned women, the newly formed Women's Liberation Movement achieved overnight fame by invading the stage and disrupting the live broadcast of the competition. Not only that, when the show resumed, the result caused uproar: the winner was not the Swedish favourite but Miss Grenada, the first black woman to be crowned Miss World. In a matter of hours, a global audience had witnessed the patriarchy driven from the stage and the Western ideal of beauty turned on its head.
Tehran on Apple TV+
A new espionage thriller from "Fauda" writer Moshe Zonder that tells the thrilling story of a Mossad agent who goes deep undercover on a dangerous mission in Tehran that places her and everyone around her in dire jeopardy.
A Wilderness of Error on FX
"When you think it's over with, the story is just beginning."
Jeffrey MacDonald has been imprisoned for murdering his wife and daughters. For decades, a storm of swirling narratives overshadow a chilling possibility: he may be an innocent man. Take a special look at the new FX docuseries, A Wilderness of Error.
Magic of Disney's Animal Kingdom on Disney+
Welcome to a place where wonder meets the wild. Magic of Disney's Animal Kingdom, an Original Series from Nat Geo narrated by Josh Gad and filmed at Walt Disney World.
The Great British Baking Show on Netflix
The competition heats up as a fresh batch of bakers — and a crispy new presenter — put their sweet spin on delectable edibles.
Sneakerheads on Netflix
Family man Devin and his fast-talking pal Bobby get swept up bouncing around L.A. in a wheeling-dealing scheme to score a mythical pair of sneakers.
Country'ish on Netflix
Country artist Coffey Anderson and his wife, hip-hop dancer Criscilla, juggle family life, career goals and tests of faith in this reality series.
A Perfect Crime on Netflix
This docuseries investigates the 1991 killing of politician Detlev Rohwedder, an unsolved mystery at the heart of Germany's tumultuous reunification.
Magical Girl Friendship Squad on SyFy
Gear up for all-new episodes of Magical Girl Friendship Squad, a part of TZGZ, the animated side of SYFY. Saturdays at Midnight-ish
Wild Life on SyFy
Part of SYFY's new late-night adult animation block, Saturday nights.
Dr. Jeff: Rocky Mountain Vet on Animal Planet
Catch new episodes, Saturdays, on Animal Planet.
Animation Domination on Fox
They're back! The Simpsons, Family Guy, Bob's Burgers and Bless the Hearts all return this Sunday with brand new episodes.
The Comey Rule on Showtime
Jeff Daniels and Brendan Gleeson star as former FBI Director James Comey and President Donald J. Trump in this two-part event series that tells the story of two powerful men, whose strikingly different ethics and loyalties put them on a collision course. Watch the premiere on Sunday.
The Life and Trials of Oscar Pistorius on ESPN+
'The Life and Trials of Oscar Pistorius' trailer | Watch ESPNAiring exclusively on ESPN+ starting Sunday September 27, "The Life and Trials of Oscar Pistorius" will take an in-depth look at Pistorius' life.
Bravo's Chat Room on Bravo
Bravo's Chat Room - Season 1Bravo worlds collide when some of the network's most talkative (and talked about) women come together for the brand new late night series "Bravo's Chat Room" premiering on Sunday, September 27, at 10:30pm ET/PT.
Fargo on FX
The fourth installment of Fargo is set in 1950 Kansas City, where two crime syndicates fighting for a piece of the American dream have struck an uneasy peace. Chris Rock stars as Loy Cannon, the head of the Black crime family who trades sons with the head of the Italian mafia as part of tenuous truce. The new season begins on Sunday.
