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The weekend watchlist is packed with new stories across streaming platforms, cable networks and movie theaters. From romance and reinvention to sports, food and wildlife, there is something for nearly every kind of viewer.
Here are the shows and films worth adding to your weekend plans.
Netflix brings an unexpected love story
Netflix’s Doing Life arrives Friday, Oct. 2. The Tyler Perry drama follows a single mother and an incarcerated man whose letters lead to an unexpected connection.
The story explores love, redemption and the idea of second chances. It is a pick for viewers looking for an emotional drama with plenty to discuss after the credits roll.
A new chapter unfolds on FX and Hulu
The Drop: A Snowfall Saga returns with Gail Bean and Isaiah John playing Wanda and Leon.
The pair are trying to reinvent themselves in 1990s Los Angeles as West Coast rap begins to take off. The series blends music, ambition and the struggle to leave the past behind.
For viewers drawn to stories about Black culture, business and reinvention, the series offers another look at the forces shaping its characters.
OWN heads to Chicago for love
OWN premieres Ready to Love: Chicago Friday at 8 p.m. Eastern and Pacific.
Tommy Miles leads a new group of Black singles through the dating process. The series puts relationships and conversations about love at the center. Viewers can expect new chemistry, difficult conversations and the search for meaningful connections.
Apple TV goes inside Michelin kitchens
Food lovers have another reason to tune in with Season 2 of Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars on Apple TV.
The series follows chefs putting their businesses, reputations and dreams on the line as they chase Michelin recognition. Beyond the food, the series looks at the pressure behind the kitchen doors. It explores what chefs give up while chasing a place among the best.
Prime Video tells DeSean Jackson’s story
Go Deep: The DeSean Jackson Story arrives on Prime Video with 20 years of family footage.
The documentary follows Jackson from his early days as a football standout to his NFL career. It also looks at family expectations, sacrifice and the pressure that can come with exceptional talent. For sports fans, the film offers a look beyond the highlights and into the life behind the player.
HBO brings a legal battle to the screen
HBO and HBO Max offer War, starring Sienna Miller and Dominic West.
The legal drama centers on a celebrity divorce and two rival London law firms fighting over the case. Wealth, image and personal power all become part of the battle. The series is a fit for viewers who enjoy courtroom drama mixed with complicated relationships.
Peacock offers a family-friendly option
Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild returns Sunday, Oct. 4, on Peacock.
Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant and Peter Gros explore wildlife conservation and follow people working to protect endangered animals.
The series provides a change of pace from the weekend’s heavier dramas and thrillers.
Three movies to catch in theaters
The weekend also brings several movies to the big screen.
1. Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother
Mahershala Ali stars as a grieving father trying to protect his children in this emotional action thriller. The story brings together faith, fatherhood and danger.
The movie expands to additional cities beginning Oct. 2. Check local listings for showtimes.
2. Verity
Anne Hathaway, Dakota Johnson and Josh Hartnett lead this adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s novel.
The story follows a writer whose assignment turns into a disturbing mystery. Secrets and suspicion drive the film, making it a natural choice for viewers who enjoy leaving the theater with questions.
3. Rolling Loud
Rolling Loud follows a father who secretly takes his teenage son to a hip-hop festival in an attempt to reconnect. What begins as a family trip quickly turns into an unexpected adventure. The film mixes music, comedy and family tension.
From streaming dramas to theatrical releases, this weekend offers plenty of options for movie and television fans. Whether the mood calls for romance, sports, food, wildlife or suspense, there is something new to put on the list.
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