Top OTT Releases to Stream Online This Week: From Brinda to Umbrella Academy Season 4
The weekend has arrived, bringing with it our top picks for the major OTT releases to watch! In the Indian originals arena, the South Indian entertainment industry is shining bright with two thrilling releases: Brinda and Modern Masters: S.S. Rajamouli on SonyLiv and Netflix. Brinda follows a police officer as she combats superstitions like human sacrifices, while Modern Masters sheds light on Rajamouli’s untold stories.
Internationally, our top choice is the fourth and final season of Umbrella Academy, where the dysfunctional Hargreeves family embarks on new adventures with their superpowers. Fans of superheroes will also enjoy Caped Crusader on Prime Video, a nostalgic journey back to Batman’s early days as Bruce Wayne. Additionally, Hulu’s 12th season of Futurama promises more exciting interstellar escapades in this animated series.
On the global front, Women in Blue on Apple TV redefines women’s empowerment through a thrilling narrative. A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder on Netflix follows a high-schooler reopening a five-year-old murder case, questioning the original verdict. Lastly, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes makes its debut on Hotstar, perfect for a weekend binge.
Top OTT Releases This Week (July 29- August 4)
Batman: Caped Crusader
Release Date: August 1, 2024
Where to Watch: Prime Video
Cast: Hamish Linklater, Mckenna Grace, Minnie Driver, Toby Stephens, Haley Joel Osment, Christina Ricci, Jamie Chung, David Krumholtz, Diedrich Bader, Reid Scott
Batman: Caped Crusader is a nostalgic retelling of the Batman legend with a noir twist. Set in Gotham City in the 1940s, the series explores a world where corruption reigns, and crime is rampant.
The animated show delves into the origins of Bruce Wayne, the billionaire playboy, as he begins his quest for justice as the caped crusader known as Batman. Without his iconic tech suit or high-tech Bat-computer, Batman faces the challenges of a crime-ridden city.
Developed by Bruce Timm, co-creator of the ’90s classic Batman: The Animated Series, Batman: Caped Crusader offers a blend of nostalgia, action, and excitement.
Brinda
Release Date: August 2, 2024
Where to Watch: SonyLiv
Cast: Trisha Krishnan, Indrajith Sukumaran, Sai Kumar, Ravindra Vijay, Amani, Anand Sami, Jaya Prakash, Rakendu Mouli, Sandeep Sahu
Trisha Krishnan plays a resolute police officer in this gripping eight-part thriller series, navigating a web of suspense and unexpected turns. Her character challenges traditional beliefs and superstitious rituals like human sacrifice. Originally conceived as a film, the show marks Krishnan’s foray into the world of web series. Originally filmed in Telugu, Brinda is also available in Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, Marathi, Bengali, and Malayalam.
A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder
Release Date: August 1
Where to Watch: Netflix
Cast: Emma Myers, Zain Iqbal, India Lillie Davies, Rahul Pattni, Asha Banks, Yali Topol Margalith, Jude Morgan-Collie, Raiko Gohara
Five years ago, schoolgirl Andie Bell was brutally murdered by her boyfriend, Sal Singh, who later took his own life. The incident has haunted the town ever since.
When high-schooler Amobi decides to investigate the case for a project, she uncovers shocking revelations. Was Singh truly the killer? What was the motive behind Bell’s murder? Is the real culprit still at large? Will Amobi’s investigation put her in danger?
This murder mystery is based on the 2019 bestseller novel by British author Holly Jackson.
Modern Masters: S. S. Rajamouli
Release Date: August 2, 2024
Where to Watch: Netflix
Cast: S. S. Rajamouli, Anupama Chopra, Prabhas, Jr NTR, Rana Daggubati, Ram Charan, James Cameron, Joe Russo, Karan Johar
S.S. Rajamouli is a prominent Indian filmmaker known for global hits like Baahubali starring Prabhas and the Oscar-winning RRR. Surprisingly, Rajamouli never underwent formal filmmaking training or attended film school.
The documentary delves into the visionary director’s creative process, childhood inspirations, life anecdotes, dreams, and more through interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, and unseen glimpses.
Featuring insights from international luminaries such as James Cameron, Joe Russo, and Karan Johar, as well as close friends and colleagues like Prabhas, Jr NTR, Rana Daggubati, and Ram Charan, the documentary provides a comprehensive look into Rajamouli’s world.
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
Premiere Date: August 1
Where to Watch: Disney plus Hotstar
Cast: Owen Teague, Freya Allen, Peter Macon, William H. Macy, Kevin Durand, Dichen Lachman, Neil Sandilands, Eka Darville, Sara Wiseman, Lydia Peckham, Travis Jeffery, Ras-Samuel, Nina Gallas
In this fourth instalment of the Planet of the Apes reboot, apes have evolved into a dominant species with intricate societies, while humans have regressed into primitive states. The story follows Noa, a young chimpanzee, as he navigates a perilous world after his village is destroyed by the tyrannical Proximus Caesar. With new allies by his side, including a wise orangutan and a mysterious human, Noa must confront the dark forces exploiting Caesar’s legacy and endangering the future of both species.
Women in Blue
Release Date: July 31, 2024
Where to Watch: Apple TV
Cast: Bárbara Mori, Leonardo Sbaraglia, Christian Tappan, Miguel Rodarte, Costanza Andrade, Bruno Bichir, Horacio Garcia Rojas, Natalia Téllez, Ximena Sariñana, Orlando Moguel
In 1970, four women in Mexico joined the first female police force in the country, ready to defy traditional patriarchal norms, only to discover that their recruitment was a mere distraction from a serial killer on the loose. As the body count rises, the quartet initiates a covert investigation to apprehend the killer and achieve what no male officer has managed to do. This ten-episode Spanish drama is based on true events and has received positive reviews from critics.
Futurama Season 12
Release Date: July 29
Where to Watch: Hotstar
Cast: John DiMaggio, Billy West, Katey Segal, Tress MacNeille, Phil LaMarr, Lauren Tom, Maurice LaMarche
Originally airing in 1999, Futurama remains a prominent animated series on television. Created by the minds behind The Simpsons, this Emmy-winning show has been praised for its clever humor, subtle satire, intelligent writing, and societal commentary. The series follows Fry, a pizza delivery boy who awakens from cryogenic sleep a millennium into the future. In this season, Fry, along with his companions Leela and Bender, continues to embark on new intergalactic adventures.
Umbrella Academy Season 4
Release Date: August 4, 2024
Where to Watch: Netflix
Cast: Elliot Page, Tom Hopper, David Castañeda, Emmy Raver-Lampman, Robert Sheehan, Aidan Gallagher, Justin H. Min, Ritu Arya, Colm Feore, Nick Offerman, Megan Mullally, David Cross
The final season picks up after the events of the third season finale, in which the Hargreeves siblings visit the Hotel Oblivion and lose their superpowers. The adopted heroes transition from extraordinary to ordinary individuals. Meanwhile, a mysterious organization called The Keeper emerges as a new threat, complicating matters for the Umbrella Academy. Will the siblings find a way to protect everyone?
Other OTT Releases This Week
While the above-mentioned shows are some of the major releases this week, there are plenty more to explore from various streaming platforms. Here is a detailed list of new releases across major platforms.
| Movie/Series | Streaming Platform | Language | Release/Premiere Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unsolved Mysteries: Volume 4 | Netflix | English | July 30 |
| No Way Out: The Roulette | Hotstar | Korean | July 31 |
| Borderless Fog | Netflix | Indonesian | August 1 |
| Unstable Season 2 | Netflix | English | August 1 |
| Rebel Moon Part 1: The Director’s Cut | Netflix | English | August 2 |
| Rebel Moon Part 2: The Director’s Cut | Netflix | English | August 2 |
| Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie | Netflix | English | August 2 |
| Joe Rogan: Burn The Boat | Netflix | English | August 3 |
| Dus June Kii Raat | JioCinema | Hindi | August 4 |