5 great new movies and shows to watch this weekend on Netflix, Amazon and more

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What to watch July 24-26: At a glance

• The Rental (movie)
• The Kissing Booth (film)
• Jim Gaffigan: Stake Tourist (comedy special)
• Room 104, Season 4 (series)
• Wynonna Earp, Season four (serial)

If yous're looking for something to sentry this weekend — when you're not listening to Taylor Swift's new album Folklore, that is — there's a plethora of streaming services with enough of options. Depending on your mood, you lot tin can tune into a new entry in the growing Airbnb horror picture genre, express mirth out loud with one of the top comedians in the business, or escape into a supernatural Western world.

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With most movies theaters and venues remaining airtight right at present due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, streaming has truly been there for usa to provide entertainment, comfort and Twitter fodder. And now, in that location's more than stuff to watch than e'er, thanks to the recent debuts of HBO Max and Peacock.

In addition to the recommendations beneath, you tin also catch up and finally watch Hamilton on Disney Plus (or rewatch it for the millionth time, like me), Palm Springs on Hulu or Greyhound on Apple Idiot box Plus.

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The Rental (video on demand)

The Rental 2020 — (Image credit: IFC Films)

Available to rent now on Amazon

Who among us hasn't checked into a hellish Airbnb? Possibly the photos didn't match up with reality, or the Wi-Fi wasn't working, or the description of "rustic amuse" meant a constant swarm of mosquitoes. The "Airbnb horror pic" is starting to become a thing. This summer has already brought the states Yous Should Accept Left. Now comes The Rental, Dave Franco's directorial debut, which but might brand you glad to be staying at habitation during this pandemic.

Franco also co-wrote the script with Joe Swanberg (Piece of cake, Drinking Buddies) and smartly cast his wife, Alison Brie. She and Dan Stevens play a couple who book the titular Oregon coast home for a getaway with another couple (Sheila Vand, Jeremy Allen White). But their beatific interruption takes a turn toward the sinister. Non but do they doubtable the rental's owner of spying on them, but deep secrets among the four sally that ratchet up the already-tense temper.

The Kissing Booth 2 (Netflix)

Streaming now on Netflix

The romantic one-act genre was, if not dead, certainly ailing until 2018. That's when Netflix decided to revive the romcom with the releases of To All the Boys I've Loved Before, Set It Up and The Kissing Booth. Two of the films were such large hits that their cast members became insta-stars, and Netflix immediately made plans for sequels. Thus, The Kissing Booth two is here, puckering up in one case again for more teen drama and angst (a lot more, actually, since it's a whopping 131 minutes long).

The Kissing Booth 2 continues the story of high school senior Elle Evans (Joey Male monarch), who's now in a long-altitude relationship with her Harvard-attention boyfriend Noah (Jacob Elordi). There are complications in the form of bonny newcomers, so as Elle contemplates her higher choice, she likewise has to figure out her futurity with Noah. The Kissing Booth ii may non break new ground, but it's got the same fun, frothy vibe that the first movie's fans loved.

Jim Gaffigan: The Pale Tourist (Amazon)

Jim Gaffigan: Pale Tourist — (Image credit: Amazon Prime Video)

Streaming now on Amazon

Jim Gaffigan has been ane of the nigh successful stand-up comedians in recent years. (His bio touts that he's one of just 10 comics to sell out Madison Square Garden.) He's particularly popular with sure crowds who shy abroad from profanity or risqué topics. Gaffigan tends to stick to observations about mundane stuff, like fatherhood and food. That doesn't mean he isn't funny, though; he tin be exceptionally hilarious.

The Pale Tourist is a two-function special filmed from a tour where Gaffigan traveled the earth and tried to absorb diverse cultures. Part 1 is in Canada, while Part ii is in Spain. The comic relies once again on his favorite subject of choice — food — with jokes about poutine and paella. And of form, whenever you're talking about Canada, you have to talk about Drake. Gaffigan quips of Drake fans, "They looked at me like, 'Oh my gosh, in that location's Drake'due south accountant!'"

Room 104 season 4 (HBO and HBO Max)

Room 104 season 4 with Mark Duplass — (Prototype credit: Tyler Golden/HBO)

Premiering Fri, July 24 at xi p.k. ET on HBO and HBO Max

The genre-hopping anthology serial created past Marking and Jay Duplass is coming to an cease. The quaternary and last season one time again chronicles the travelers who stay in a particular motel room. Each episode features new faces in an often surreal blend of genres, including horror, thriller, comedy and even musical.

Room 104 is checking out with a bang, by continuing to experiment and evolve. The premiere episode is the first time Marking Duplass writes, directs, stars and performs original music. The new flavour will debut the album'due south starting time animated episode. The characters seen in Room 104 are but as strange, quirky and mysterious as ever. Await cameos from Dave Bautista, Erinn Hayes, Kevin McKidd, Melissa Fumero and Kevin Nealon, among many others.

Wynonna Earp, Season iv (Syfy)

Wynonna Earp season 4 — (Image credit: Syfy)

Premiering Sunday, July 26 at 10 p.m. on Syfy

Wyatt Earp's great-great-granddaughter rides once more. Later a two-yr absenteeism, Wynonna Earp is dorsum in the saddle, to the great relief of her passionate fan base. The Syfy serial combines elements of the supernatural, thriller, Western, horror, action/adventure, even one-act genres — while likewise treating the whole thing with a witty dose of blasphemy. And while longtime fans will be rewarded by the rich storytelling, the show also remains attainable to new viewers (especially since they can stream Seasons 1-three of Wynonna Earp on Netflix).

Season 4 finds the titular heroine (Melanie Scrofano) in her hometown of Purgatory, dealing with the backwash of her family expletive being broken. She likewise doesn't have her demon-killing revolver Peacemaker, so what is in the cards for Wynonna? And how will the vampire Md Holliday (Tim Rozon) figure into her time to come?

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Kelly is a senior writer covering streaming media for Tom's Guide, so basically, she watches Idiot box for a living. Previously, she was a freelance entertainment writer for Yahoo, Vulture, Television Guide and other outlets. When she's non watching Television and movies for piece of work, she's watching them for fun, seeing live music, writing songs, knitting and gardening.