So,Where has everyone been? You can watchThis week? Hmmmm?
To get a feel for what everyone is streaming, we used data from streaming aggregator ReelgoodThis site gathers data from hundreds of streaming service providers in the U.S. as well as the UK. Each week, the most streamed TV shows and movies come down to a few elements — sheer buzz, a big finale, smart marketing, star power, Critical acclaimWord-of-mouth, which is when uninterested people finally see it out of spite.
This week it’s all about fantasy. The Lord of the Rings – The Rings of Power And House of the DragonMarvel’s is the TV show of the week Thor: Love and Thunder hitting streaming. People are tired of reality.
However, just because there are a lot people watching something doesn’t mean it’s good. These are the top 10 most-streamed TV movies and shows of the week. Find out where they can be viewed and what their critics thought.
They did. Amazon’s The Lord of the Rings series, The Rings of PowerThis week,, is again the most streamed. In fact, According to the companyThe series was seen by 25,000,000 viewers worldwide in 24 hours after the two episodes were dropped. This is an unprecedented debut for Prime Video.
The series does something that no other J.R.R. can do: It does what no other J.R.R. Tolkien adaptation has done: It puts women of color and people with disabilities front and centre.
Here’s what we thought The Rings of PowerThis is a powerful tale of perseverance and overcoming evil, a wonderful re-introduction into Tolkien’s world, as well as great TV. It will not only feel like you have returned to Middle-earth, but you will feel as if you never left. — Belen Edwards, Entertainment Reporter
What to look out for: The Lord of the Rings – The Rings of Power Prime Video is streaming it now
Marvel’s next movie features The God of Thunder. Thor: Ragnarok. Written by Taika Waititi, Jennifer Kaytin Robinson. Thor: Love and Thunder picks up where we left off with Asgard’s less mischievous prince, who is casually winning his way through battles across space and still getting over his ex Dr. Jane Foster (Natalie Portman), who just happens to have evolved into Mighty Thor with the help of Mjölnir. Gorr, the God Butcher (Christian Bale), has other plans. Thor will need to rally his friends King Valkyrie and Korg (Waititi), to fight this evil villain. — Shannon Connellan, UK Editor
Here’s what we thought The end comes out as follows: Love and ThunderIt’s loud, flashy, and vacuous. Not satisfyingly entertaining. — Kristy Puchko, Film Editor
What to look out for: Thor: Love and ThunderDisney+ is streaming it now
It is impossible to deny the power of Game of ThronesWith the release of prequel series,, a franchise that has come back to our lives. House of the Dragon. This event took place almost 200 years ago, just before Jon Snow or Daenerys Targaryen existed. House of the Dragon Follow House Targaryen during its peak power in Westeros. The only problem is King Viserys, Paddy Considine, doesn’t have a male successor. You can place your bets on the following line of succession. schemingBloodshed, mayhem, and a lot of it. Oh, and so many other dragons. Let fire and blood rule! — B.E.
Here’s what we thought You should be concerned about House of the DragonAfter getting burned by the final seasons of Game of Thrones don’t be. The HBO’s new epic series is outstanding. It manages to juggle memorable characters, high fantasy, intense emotions, and with an effortless ease. You will find yourself sucked in faster that you can say “Dracarys.” — B.E.
What to look out for: House of the Dragon It is streaming now on MaxNew episodes air Sundays at 9 PM. ET.
It’s not clear how, but we know it somehow. Netflix‘s Cobra KaiThere are now more seasons than ever before Stranger Things. Season 5 has just been released on Netflix. In it, Daniel (Ralph Macchio), and Johnny (William Zabka), must work together to stop the looming threat from Sensei Terry Silver. (Thomas Ian Griffith). He is trying to expand his Cobra Kai empire. Expect fast punches and intense stare-downs. There will also be flying kicks. Here are the essential factsBefore you watch.* — Sam Haysom, Deputy UK Editor
What to look out for: Cobra Kai Netflix is streaming it now
Robert Zemeckis, Director, puts Tom Hanks into his Geppetto boots PinocchioThe latest Disney animated film to receive the live-action treatment is titled. The film further explores Geppetto’s backstory, slightly tones down the villains, and constantly asks the question: What makes a “real boy”? — S.C.
Here’s what we thought It is possible that you didn’t ask for a live-action remake. Pinocchio, but now you’ve got one, and it’s still as weird, surreal, and morally pompous as the original. — S.C.
What to look out for: Pinocchio Disney+ is streaming it now
6. Ohio: The Devil
Netflix’s mystery thriller, “The Nightmare,” was streamed the most this week. The story follows Dr. Suzanne Mathis (Emily Deschanel), a psychiatrist who takes on Mae (Madeleine Arthur), an unknown young woman who has escaped a cult located in Amon County. Mathis’ family is not happy about her sudden appearance. — S.C.
What to look out for: Ohio: The DevilNetflix now has it streaming.
7. The Patient
Steve Carrell as a serial killer? What? From The Americans‘ Joel Fields and Joe Weisberg comes this Hulu psychological thriller about therapist Alan Strauss (Carell), who is held captive by a patient, serial killer Sam Fortner (Domhnall Gleeson), who demands a cure for his homicidal tendencies — his will mean Alan attempting to dig into topics Sam is resistant to, and verging on the possibility of complicity. As time is running out, Alan also digs into his past while in prison. — S.C.
What to look out for: The PatientHulu is streaming it now
Austin Butler is a Baz Luhrmann’s favorite actor. Elvis, you’re in the minority — the sort-of-not-really-biopic was the top streamed film of the week. This film, which uses Elvis Presley’s stories as a starting point, explores the darker parts of Elvis Presley’s story. Tom Hanks stars as Colonel Tom Parker, and Tom Hanks is his business manager. — S.C.
Here’s what we thought Elvis Presley, famous for his swinging hips and sex appeal, is known as the King of Rock and Roll. Elvis. — K.P.
What to look out for: ElvisIt is streaming now on Max
Jared Leto’s MCU Vampire Film has been released on streaming. Directed and produced by Daniel Espinosa Morbius Leto is the title Michael Morbius (Leto), who is a doctor searching for a cure for his rare blood disorder. His friend Matt Smith (Leto) has it as well. In a twist of fate, however, they are transformed into living vampires. Adria Arjona and Jared Harris star, as does Al Madrigal and Tyrese Gibbons. — S.C.
Here’s what we thought This would-be thriller lacks style, spirit and scares. It is tedious and boring. — K.P.
What to Watch: MorbiusNetflix now has it streaming.
Rick and MortySeason 6 returns, and fans are streaming the whole series. You might have some questions after the Season 6 premiere — Here’s a brief explanation. — S.C.
Here’s what we thought This episode of Season 6 is jam-packed with action, callbacks, deep cuts, and is an absolute stunner. — K.P.
What to look out for: Seasons 1-5 Rick and MortyNow streaming on Max Hulu.Episode 1 of Season 6 can be viewed here Adult SwimNew episodes air Sundays at 11:59 p.m. ET on Adult Swim
* The asterisks indicate that the writeup was taken from another Mashable article.
