7 new movies and TV shows to stream on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney Plus, and more this weekend (November 8)

Arcane season 2 and Outer Banks season 4 part 2 lead this week’s streaming recommendations

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It’s that time of the week again. No matter how busy or relaxing the past five working days have been for you, it’s time to kick back and watch numerousnew moviesand TV shows that have recently debuted on the world’sbest streaming services.

There’s plenty to check out onNetflix, too, with the return of hit shows inArcaneandOuter Banks, plus the debut of Netflix’s first holiday season film of 2024 (yes, they’re releasing earlier each year). If you’re notsigned up to Netflix, though, we come bearing gifts from three of its streaming rivals as well, so you’ll find something entertaining to watch before Monday arrives. Enjoy! –Tom Power, senior entertainment reporter

Arcane season 2 (Netflix)

I loveArcane. Ask anyone who I work alongside, or my family and friends, and they’ll all claim that there isn’t a bigger fan of Netflix’s firstLeague of Legendsanimated adaptation than I.

Almost exactly three years after one of thebest Netflix shows' first season absolutely blew me away, its follow-up’s highly-anticipated and long overdue debut is upon us.Arcaneseason 2is finally here, and I’ve never been happier for one of my all-time favorite series to return. Before you watch it, check out myArcaneseason 2 reviewto see me wax lyrical about how utterly gorgeous, action-packed, melodramatically soul-crushing, and epic it is. Be sure to visit ourArcanetag page, too, because there’s lots of exclusive content from my recent chat with co-creator Christian Linke that’s worth reading.

Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m off to watch season 2 act 1, aka its first three chapters, for the third time this week.

Tom Power, senior entertainment reporter

Outer Banks season 4 part 2 (Netflix)

We already knowOuter Bankshas been renewed for season 5 and that it’ll be the final outing. Thankfully, we’re not done with season 4 yet, and the second part is finally here. You’ve no doubt been quietly cursing them after episode 5’s shocking finale, too – indeed, if you think ending a two-part season on a cliffhanger is cruel, you’re not alone!

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Don’t worry, though, you’ll get all the answers (we hope!) in part 2, which has five more episodes to devour. While we haven’t had to waitquiteas long as some gaps between episodes (I’m still frustrated about the wait forSeveranceseason 2,just saying), you’ll be forgiven for wanting to cancel your weekend plans and find out what happens next. I’m not judging.

Lucy Buglass, senior entertainment writer

The Old Man season 2 (Disney Plus)

If you’re from the US, you’ll likely have seen thatThe Old Manseason 2is already out onHulu. For the rest of us, who’ve been patiently waiting to see what the next installment of the thriller series has in store, we’ll finally be able to this weekend as the whole season was made available onDisney Pluson November 6.

Reviews onRotten Tomatoesreveal season 2 doesn’t have a similarly high critical rating as season 1 did, but that shouldn’t stop you from finding out what happens next to Dan Chase (Jeff Bridges). The first season earned a place on ourbest Hulu showslist for its thrilling story and Bridges' compelling performance, and there’s even talk of a third season on the cards, according toVariety. Will there be one last mission? We wouldn’t put it past Chase to take on another.

Amelia Schwanke, senior entertainment editor

Meet Me Next Christmas (Netflix)

Christmas has certainly come early with one of November’snew Netflix moviesMeet Me Next Christmas.The festive rom-comsees Layla (Christina Milian) race across New York City to find a ticket to a sold-out Pentatonix Christmas Eve concert to reconnect with the man of her dreams.

Milian is no stranger to Netflix’s romance section with movies likeFalling Inn LoveandResort to Love,so it’s bound to be a charming affair with her as the lead. While we wait and see ifMeet Me Next Christmasbecomes one of thebest Netflix movies, I can’t wait to kick off the holiday season with this feel-good rom-com.

Grace Morris, entertainment writer

Citadel: Honey Bunny (Prime Video)

Some of thebest Prime Video showsandbest Prime Video moviesare action packed, andCitadel: Honey Bunnyhas the potential to join our line-up of recommended action hits. Not only that, but it’s a spin-off to mainline showCitadel, which my colleague Tom Powerwasn’t a fan of upon its debut in April 2023. The spin-off is directly linked, too, as the two main characters here are – spoilers! – the parents of Chopra’s character Nadia, so expect plenty of backstory.

There are two separate timelines, swapping between 1992 and 2000, picking up with Bunny, a stuntman in films, who recruits a struggling actor Honey for a side gig that endangers her life. The six-part series will focus on their relationship and Nadia’s early life, so it’s a must watch if you need moreCitadelin your life.

Lucy Buglass, senior entertainment writer

My Old Ass (Prime Video)

My Old Assis the latest collaboration between LuckyChap andAmazonMGM Studios, and following the movie’s standing ovation at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year, I have high hopes for one of November’snew Prime Video movies. The studios have previously worked together onSaltburnand are co-producingThe Simsmovie next, so I’m excited to see how their latest project turned out as it sounds like another wild trip.

No, really. The plot for this coming-of-age comedy involves a mushroom trip, which is the catalyst for a sci-fi scenario where an 18-year-old Elliott (Maisy Stella) suddenly comes face-to-face with her 39-year-old future self (Aubrey Plaza). You can expect plenty of epiphanies to come next as you follow Elliott on this heartfelt journey of discovery as she prepares to leave home. Make sure to check in on ourbest Prime Video moviesguide to see if it makes the cut.

Amelia Schwanke, senior entertainment editor

The Day of the Jackal (Peacock)

The Day of the Jackal,which is already out on Sky in the UK, is a modern day reimagining of Frederick Forsyth’s 1971 novel of the same name. In this cat-and-mouse thriller, Eddie Redmayne (The Theory of Everything)stars as the steely contract killer hired to assassinate a powerful tech tycoon. Trying to put an end to his killing spree is MI6 agent Bianca (Lashana Lynch) – but can she stop him before it’s too late?

If Oscar-winning actor Redmayne and the captivatingLynch (No Time to Die) wasn’t enough to have me tune in to this action-packed killer thriller, the rave reviews certainly will.The Standardwrote thatThe Day of the Jackalis “slick, stylish, and cinematically cool” and that “Redmayne is at his most enigmatic in the role of a chilly killer in this breathless thriller series.” Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to watch this series – and I most certainly accept.

Grace Morris, entertainment writer

For more streaming suggestions, read our guides on thebest Disney Plus movies,best Hulu shows,best Paramount Plus movies, andbest Apple TV Plus shows.

As TechRadar’s senior entertainment reporter, Tom covers all of the latest movies, TV shows, and streaming service news that you need to know about. You’ll regularly find him writing about the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Star Wars, Netflix, Prime Video, Disney Plus, and many other topics of interest.

An NCTJ-accredited journalist, Tom also writes reviews, analytical articles, opinion pieces, and interview-led features on the biggest franchises, actors, directors and other industry leaders. You may see his quotes pop up in the odd official Marvel Studios video, too, such as thisMoon Knight TV spot.

Away from work, Tom can be found checking out the latest video games, immersing himself in his favorite sporting pastime of football, reading the many unread books on his shelf, staying fit at the gym, and petting every dog he comes across.

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