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What to watch: The must-watch things to stream this week, Apr. 19 - Apr. 26, 2024

By Pamplin Media Group,

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What’s Available NOW On Disney+

“Tiger” (April 22)

Narrated by Priyanka Chopra Jonas, this Disneynature series lifts the veil on our planet’s most revered and charismatic animal, inviting viewers to journey alongside Ambar, a young tigress raising her cubs in the fabled forests of India. Curious, rambunctious and at times a bit clumsy, the cubs have a lot to learn from their savvy mother who will do all she can to keep them safe from pythons, bears and marauding male tigers.

“Tiger on the Rise” (April 22)

Narrated by Blair Underwood, this Disneynature documentary celebrates the remarkable comeback of one of the world’s most iconic animals. Tiger populations have rebounded so successfully, many of the big cats are venturing from India’s forest reserves into farms and villages — a monumental challenge for both people and animals. The heroes in this story are the vets, scientists, and community patrols dedicated to ensuring that tigers and people can coexist.

“Bring It!” - Season 6 (April 24)

When you’re competing at the highest levels, hip-hop majorette competitions can be surprisingly intense and The Dancing Dolls of Jackson, Mississippi, are one of the top dance troupes in the US. Founded by Dianna Williams, aka Miss D, in 2001, the troupe has earned more than 100 trophies and 15 grand champion titles. This docuseries shows what the Dolls go through to get to the top of their game and, they hope, the top of their competitions.

“Dance Moms: Abby’s Studio Rescue” - Season 1 (April 24)

This Lifetime series brings dance coach and “Dance Moms” star Abby Lee Miller to studios on the brink of disaster. She tries to transform them to help them achieve profitability. Miller’s 30 years of experience in studio ownership helps struggling studios undergo overhauls from renovating studio space and finding the right staff to fine-tuning choreography. Her no-nonsense advice is, of course, always present.

What’s Available NOW On Prime Video

“Spectre” (April 22)

A cryptic message from the past leads James Bond (Daniel Craig) to Mexico City and Rome, where he meets the beautiful widow (Monica Bellucci) of an infamous criminal. After infiltrating a secret meeting, 007 uncovers the existence of the sinister organization SPECTRE. Needing the help of the daughter of an old nemesis, he embarks on a mission to find her. As Bond ventures toward the heart of SPECTRE, he discovers a chilling connection between himself and the enemy (Christoph Waltz) he seeks.

“Them: The Scare” - Season 2 (April 25)

Set in Los Angeles County in 1991, this season’s new story centers on LAPD Homicide Detective Dawn Reeve (Deborah Ayorinde), who is assigned to the gruesome murder of a foster home mother that has left even the most hardened detectives shaken. Navigating a tumultuous time in Los Angeles, with the city on a razor’s edge of chaos, Dawn is determined to stop the killer. But as she draws closer to the truth, something ominous and malevolent grips her and her family.

“Luxe Listings Toronto” - Season 1 (April 26)

Iconic neighbourhoods, awe-inspiring skyscrapers and expansive luxury properties makes Toronto’s hyper-competitive real estate market one of the fiercest in the world. Navigating the high stakes world of multi-million-dollar listings is a trio of Canada’s top real estate titans, Peter Torkan, Paige Torkan and Brett Starke. Amidst the intensity of their demanding careers and their bustling personal lives, these agents provide a revealing glimpse into navigating the hyper-competitive real estate market of Toronto for the very first time.

“Wayne’s World” (Available Now)

When a sleazy TV executive offers Wayne (Mike Myers) and Garth (Dana Carvey) a contract to tape their late-night cable-access show at his network, they discover the road to the big time is full of gnarly twists and turns.

“The Idea of You” (May 2, Movie Premiere)

Based on the novel by Robinne Lee, this rom-com centers on Solène (Anne Hathaway), a 40-year-old single mom. When Solène must step in to chaperone her teenage daughter’s trip to the Coachella Music Festival at the last minute, she has a chance encounter with 24-year-old Hayes Campbell (Nicholas Galitzine), the lead singer of August Moon — the hottest boy band on the planet — and there is an instant, undeniable spark. As they begin a whirlwind romance, it isn’t long before Hayes’ superstar status poses unavoidable challenges to their relationship.

What’s Available NOW On Netflix

“Fern Brady: Autistic Bikini Queen” (April 22)

Irreverent Scottish comedian Fern Brady tackles big themes like death, decline and the disappointments of middle age in her new stand-up special filmed in Bristol, U.K.

“City Hunter” - Season 1 (April 25)

A live-action adaptation of the legendary manga of the same name, this Japanese action comedy follows Ryo Saeba (Ryohei Suzuki), a premier “sweeper” navigating the gritty underbelly of modern-day Shinjuku, Tokyo. Balancing a cool demeanor with a fun personality, Ryo tackles high-stakes challenges in the underworld. Misato Morita steps into the role of the heroine, Kaori Makimura.

“Hack Your Health: The Secrets of Your Gut” (April 26)

Delve into the digestive system with this lighthearted and informative documentary that demystifies the role gut health plays in our overall well-being.

“The Asunta Case” (April 26)

This Spanish miniseries takes a fictionalized look at the real-life case of Asunta Basterra. On September 21, 2013, Rosario Porto (Candela Pena) and Alfonso Basterra (Tristán Ulloa) report the disappearance of their daughter Asunta, whose body was found hours later next to a road outside Santiago de Compostela. The police investigation soon reveals evidence that points to Rosario and Alfonso as possible perpetrators of the crime. The news shakes the city and even the country.

What’s Available NOW On Hulu

“The Veil” (April 30, Limited Series Premiere)

This FX series explores the surprising and fraught relationship between two women who play a deadly game of truth and lies on the road from Istanbul to Paris and London. One woman has a secret, the other a mission to reveal it before thousands of lives are lost. In the shadows, mission controllers at the CIA and French DGSE must put differences aside and work together to avert potential disaster. Starring Elisabeth Moss, Yumna Marwan, Dali Benssalah and Josh Charles.

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