Several notable entertainment releases are scheduled for this week across streaming platforms, music, and gaming.
The third installment of the “Enola Holmes” film series will debut on Netflix July 1. Millie Bobby Brown returns as Enola Holmes, the younger sister of Sherlock Holmes. In this chapter, Enola prepares for her wedding to Lord Tewkesbury (Louis Partridge) while her brother Sherlock (Henry Cavill) is kidnapped, prompting her to take action.
Also arriving July 1 is the premiere of the “Legally Blonde” prequel series “Elle” on Prime Video. The show explores the early years of Elle Woods before her Harvard Law journey, portraying her transition from a privileged Los Angeles teenager to adapting to life in a grunge-era Seattle. Lexi Minetree stars as young Elle, capturing the essence of Reese Witherspoon’s iconic character. The series recently completed filming its second season.
On June 30, the limited French series “Zorro” will begin streaming on MHz Choice, with availability on Prime Video and Roku. Starring Oscar winner Jean Dujardin, the show is set in 1821 Los Angeles and follows Don Diego de la Vega, who returns to his secret vigilante identity as Zorro after becoming the city’s mayor to confront corruption.
Music fans can anticipate Madonna’s new album “Confessions II,” due out July 3. The release serves as a follow-up, 21 years later, to her acclaimed 2005 album “Confessions on a Dance Floor,” which was praised for revitalizing the pop and dance genre at that time. Early tracks suggest a mix of house rhythms and collaborations, signaling a vibrant and upbeat sound.
Among new movies, “Obsession,” directed by Curry Barker and released by Focus Features, will be available on premium video-on-demand starting June 30. The film, produced on a $750,000 budget, has performed strongly at the box office with over $337 million in global ticket sales. The story centers on a character named Bear (Michael Johnston) who uses a magical object called the One Wish Willow to try to win the affection of his crush, played by Inde Navarrette.
A special documentary titled “Ralph Lauren’s American Icons” will stream July 5 via the History Channel app, History.com, and On Demand. The program delves into a new USPS Stamp Collection designed by Ralph Lauren to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary. The collection features 13 stamps highlighting iconic American images, with the documentary featuring interviews with David Lauren, filmmaker Ken Burns, and exclusive archival footage.
In gaming, Nintendo will release “Rhythm Heaven Groove” on July 2 for the Switch. The game offers over 80 rhythm-based mini-games, including chopping vegetables and casting spells, with options for single-player and multiplayer modes.
These releases provide a range of entertainment options across genres and platforms in the coming week.