New Shows to Watch: ‘Pluribus’ Leads Weekend Streaming Picks

The highly anticipated debut of Vince Gilligan‘s latest series, ‘Pluribus’, tops this week’s watch list, set to premiere on Friday on Apple TV. The show follows the most miserable person on Earth on a quest to save the world from happiness, featuring acclaimed actress Rhea Seehorn in a leading role.

As streaming services continue to dominate weekend entertainment, several new and returning series are set to capture viewer attention. Among them is ‘Frankenstein’, a film directed by Guillermo del Toro, showcasing Oscar Isaac as the iconic scientist Victor Frankenstein. This adaptation will be available on Netflix starting Friday.

Major Releases for the Week

Another highlight is the second season of ‘Squid Game: The Challenge’, launching on Tuesday on Netflix. The new season brings fresh twists and unseen games, with 456 contestants vying for a life-changing prize of $4.56 million. This series promises to push the limits of strategy and endurance.

On Thursday, ‘Alex vs. A-Rod’, a docuseries on baseball legend Alex Rodriguez, explores his evolution from sports prodigy to one of the most controversial figures in athletics. Available on Crave, this series aims to provide an in-depth look at his career and public persona.

Also debuting on Thursday is ‘Death by Lightning’, a dramatic retelling of the story of James Garfield, the 20th president of the United States, and his assassin, Charles Guiteau. Starring Michael Shannon and Matthew Macfadyen, this film will be available on Netflix.

Returning Favorites and New Adventures

Fans of cooking competitions can catch a new episode of ‘MasterChef Canada’ on Tuesday, where the remaining contestants face a challenge featuring chicken dishes. Those who start early will face ingredient limitations, while late starters will have access to more options.

On Sunday, viewers can tune into ‘Tracker’, a gripping series where Justin Hartley‘s character investigates a nurse’s murder and the disappearance of an arsonist from a psychiatric facility. The show will air on CBS and CTV.

Additionally, ‘High Potential’ features a captivating episode where a priceless painting is stolen during a museum heist, prompting characters Morgan and Karadec to collaborate with an art-recovery expert. This episode will also air on Tuesday on ABC and CTV.

In the realm of lighthearted entertainment, ‘I Love LA’ debuts on Sunday on Crave, following a group of friends as they navigate life and relationships in Los Angeles.

This week also sees the return of ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ on Thursday, featuring celebrity chef Gabriela Camara as a guest judge, and the introduction of ‘Crutch’, a spinoff of The Neighborhood, which stars Tracy Morgan as a widower adjusting to life with his adult children.

As the holiday season approaches, viewers can enjoy festive films such as ‘A Newport Christmas’ and ‘Christmas Above the Clouds’, both premiering on W Network this weekend. These films promise heartwarming stories set against the backdrop of holiday cheer.

The week’s highlight is undoubtedly the launch of ‘Countdown: Jake vs. Tank’, a docuseries that follows boxing stars Jake Paul and Gervonta Davis as they prepare for their highly anticipated match later this month. This series, available on Netflix starting Saturday, captures the intensity and ambition leading up to the event.

With such a diverse array of new content, this week promises to deliver something for everyone, inviting viewers to explore new stories and revisit familiar favorites.