23 June 2023
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If your summer plans involve a staycation, Netflix’s new July releases have you covered
As the summer heats up, one streaming service is offering a diverse palette of high-quality entertainment so you can Netflix and chill — meaning, enjoy your entertainment in the comfort of your air-conditioned home. Throughout July, the popular streaming service has something for everyone, ranging from the first movie from the popular “Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir” series to the next entry in the “Bird Box” franchise.
The top July Netflix releases
In July, Netflix is adding 24 new programs to its roster. These shows range from a new Tom Segura stand-up comedy special called “Sledgehammer” to a robust lineup of documentaries, including music, killer robots, true crime and more. And, for the first time, Netflix is partnering with the NFL to bring you “Quarterback,” a new sports series that takes a look at each season, and is told through the eyes of NFL quarterbacks. However, three of the most highly anticipated programs dropping in July include a comedy, a thriller and a kids’ movie.
“The Out-Laws” is an action/comedy film starring Adam Devine as Owen Browning, a straight-laced bank manager about to marry the love of his life, Parker McDermott (played by Nina Dobrev from “The Vampire Diaries”). During his wedding week, Owen’s bank is held up by the infamous Ghost Bandits. He believes the robbers are his future in-laws, Bully and Lilly McDermott (played by Pierce Brosnan and Ellen Barkin).
On July 14, the Bird Box universe grows a little bigger with “Bird Box Barcelona.” This film takes place in the same universe as the original. In this installment, Mario Casas (from “Three Steps Above Heaven”) plays Sebastian, a survivor who must navigate through the desolate streets of Barcelona, making uneasy alliances to escape the city, before it’s too late.
“Miraculous: Ladybug and Cat Noir, The Movie” is the first feature film based on the hugely popular Miraculous franchise. In this exciting adventure, Marinette (aka Ladybug) must team up with her opposite, Cat Noir, to save Paris from a new villain. This movie will be available on July 28.
“Bird Box Barcelonar” Image credit: Netflix
“Miraculous Ladybug and Cat Noir: The Movie” Image credit: Netflix
June Netflix releases
July 3: “Unknown: The Lost Pyramid” (documentary)
July 4: “Tom Segura: Sledgehammer” (stand-up comedy special)
July 4: “The King Who Never Was” (documentary)
July 5: “WHAM!” (documentary)
July 5: “Back to 15” Season 2 (comedy/drama series)
July 6: “Gold Brick” (comedy)
July 6: “The Lincoln Lawyer” Season 2 (mystery/thriller series)
July 7: “The Out-Laws” (action/comedy)
July 7: “Hack My Home” (reality series)
July 10: “Unknown: Killer Robots” (documentary)
July 11: “Nineteen to Twenty” (reality series)
July 12: “Quarterback” (sports series)
July 12: “Sugar Rush: The Baking Point” (reality series)
July 13: “Survival of the Thickest” (rom-com series)
July 14: “Bird Box Barcelona (thriller)
July 17: “Unknown: Cave of Bones” (documentary)
July 20: “Sweet Magnolias” Season 3 (romance/drama series)
July 21: “They Cloned Tyrone” (sci-fi/comedy)
July 24: “Unknown: Cosmic Time Machine” (documentary)
July 27: “The Lady of Silence: The Mataviejitas Murders” (documentary)
July 27: “Paradise” (sci-fi/thriller)
July 28: “A Perfect Story” (romance/drama series)
July 28: “Miraculous: Ladybug and Cat Noir, The Movie” (kids animated movie)
July 28: “D.P.” Season 2 (drama series)
July 31: “Bastard‼-Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy” Season 2 (anime series)
Best ways to enjoy Netflix this July
LG C2 Series 65-Inch Class OLED Evo Smart TV
This LG TV has 8 million self-lit OLED pixels that provide brighter colors and sharper contrast. The AI processor can automatically adapt the content you are watching to improve the picture quality, or you can switch to Filmmaker Mode to preserve the action the way the director intended.
Sold by Amazon, Samsung and Walmart
Samsung 65-Inch Class Neo QLED 4K Smart TV
Samsung’s TV uses ultra-precise quantum mini LEDs to produce vibrant colors that let you take full advantage of HDR movies. The upscaler turns all content into a 4K viewing experience while the anti-glare feature ensures the full screen can be seen from every seat in the room.
Amazon Fire TV 65-Inch Omni Series 4K UHD Smart TV
With this Fire TV, you can watch all your Netflix shows and movies in true-to-life picture quality. Besides the benefits of Dolby Vision, HDR 10, HLG and Dolby Digital Plus, this smart TV comes with hands-free control that is made possible by built-in Alexa.
Sold by Amazon
Samsung 55-Inch Class QLED 4K The Frame Smart TV
Is it a work of art or a 4K TV? The answer is yes. When you are not watching your favorite program, switch to Art Mode to display your favorite works of art with a customizable bezel. The quantum dot technology and anti-glare features ensure the picture looks great in any lighting.
Sold by Amazon, Macy’s, Samsung and Walmart
Logitech Z906 5.1 Surround Sound Speaker System
To get a true theatrical experience, you want to have sound that comes from all around you. This 5.1 digital surround sound system puts you in the middle of the sonic landscape so you can appreciate every nuance of the audio in your favorite Netflix programs.
Fluance Elite High-Definition Surround Sound System
The five speakers in this system have been timbre-matched to produce a consistent audio. The combination of speakers is specifically designed to cover a broad spectrum of sound from the highest highs to the lowest lows, so you don’t miss a thing, whether it’s a pin drop or a thunderous explosion.
Yamaha Audio YAS-209BL Sound Bar
This Yamaha soundbar is compact and easy to set up. It takes the place of several speakers to deliver crisp sound at all frequencies with a focus on the voice. For convenience, this model has built-in Alexa so you can also play music, listen to the news, ask questions and more.
With only two cables, the setup of this soundbar is simple and stress-free. The compact design allows this speaker to fit in a small space, such as a shelf. If you ever want to expand your setup, the flexible system lets you add more speakers.
Sold by Amazon, Sonos and Walmart
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