Eddie Murphy is back as Axel Foley in “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F,” and Emma Roberts is reaching for the stars in “Space Cadet.” These are just a couple of the exciting new releases available for streaming this week. Whether you’re a fan of classic comedy, space adventures, or something in between, there’s plenty to keep you entertained.
After nearly 30 years of anticipation, the fourth installment of the “Beverly Hills Cop” series is finally here. Eddie Murphy reprises his iconic role as Axel Foley in “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F,” which debuts on Netflix this Wednesday. Joining Murphy are original cast members Judge Reinhold and John Ashton, along with new faces like Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Kevin Bacon. Taylour Paige also joins the ensemble as Axel’s daughter. For those who want to revisit the original, the 1984 “Beverly Hills Cop” that catapulted Murphy to stardom is also available on Netflix.
Emma Roberts stars in “Space Cadet,” a film that combines elements of “Legally Blonde” and “Private Benjamin.” Roberts plays a woman living her best life in Florida when she suddenly remembers her childhood dream of becoming an astronaut. Thanks to a friend who embellishes her resume, she gets accepted into a competitive NASA training program. The movie, which also features Poppy Liu, will be available to stream on Prime Video starting Thursday.
For those who enjoy curated film collections, the Criterion Channel continues to offer a thoughtfully curated library of movies. This month, they are featuring a neo-noir series that includes titles like “Out of Sight” and “L.A. Confidential.” They also have a pop Shakespeare collection featuring Baz Luhrmann’s “Romeo + Juliet” and Michael Almereyda’s “Hamlet.” Additionally, the channel will host the streaming premiere of the animated film “Chicken For Linda!”
Country music fans have something to look forward to as well. Zach Bryan is set to release his new studio album, “The Great American Bar Scene,” on the 4th of July. The album features 18 tracks, including a duet with Canadian up-and-comer Noeline Hofmann and a folksy tearjerker titled “Pink Skies.” The album will be previewed at bars across the U.S. and Canada before hitting streaming platforms on Independence Day.
The beloved animated children’s series “Bluey” is rolling out super short episodes this summer, each lasting between one and three minutes. The first seven minisodes will begin airing on Disney+ this Wednesday, with more to come later in the year.
For those looking to celebrate Independence Day, NBC’s “Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks” will light up the sky over New York’s Hudson River. Country singer Mickey Guyton will host the event alongside media personality Zuri Hall. The festivities will air live on NBC and Peacock starting at 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday.
Summer wouldn’t be complete without Discovery Channel’s annual “Shark Week,” which kicks off on Sunday, July 7. Hosted by John Cena, this year’s event features 21 hours of original programming. “Shark Week” will also be available for streaming on Max.
Former reality star Hannah Berner is set to debut her first comedy special, “We Ride At Dawn,” on Netflix this Sunday. Berner, who was a cast member on Bravo’s “Summer House,” is also the co-host of the popular podcast “Giggly Squad” with Paige DeSorbo.
In the world of video games, Shanghai-based MiHoYo is making waves with their new adventure game, Zenless Zone Zero. Set in an urban wasteland under attack by creatures from alternate dimensions, the game is free to play but offers in-game purchases. Zenless Zone Zero will be available on PlayStation 5, PC, iOS, and Android starting Thursday.
With so many exciting new releases, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this week. Whether you’re in the mood for a nostalgic trip back to Beverly Hills, a space adventure, or some shark-filled excitement, the streaming platforms have got you covered.
Source: AP
