It’s a busy week for TV fans, with new seasons of some popular shows premiering on the world’s best streaming services. From an addictive period romance and jaw-dropping Monsterverse action to a hit political thriller and a long-simmering medical comedy, there’s something for almost every taste.
As far as new movies go, there’s a swashbuckling action adventure that ticks all the Friday night boxes, including iconic stars, non-stop explosive pacing, and plenty of high-stakes thrills. Get ready to say goodbye to February with our pick of the week’s best new releases. – Amelia Schwanke, Senior Entertainment Editor
Bridgerton season 4 part 2 (Netflix)
Look
The second half of Bridgerton season 4 – read my Bridgerton Season 4 Part 2 Ending Explained Once You’ve Watched It; Fortunately, the course corrects Sophie’s (Yerin Ha) life for the better. Benedict (Luke Thompson) finally puts on his big boy boots and throws caution to the wind, fighting for the love society doesn’t want him to have.
As with volume 1 of the final season of the Netflix show, I think Violet (Ruth Gemmell) has the most interesting story, but watch out for Francesca (Hannah Dodd). You’ll swoon over Benophie, but Francesca’s journey in season 4 part 2 will rip your heart out. If you’ve read the books, you’ll know exactly what I’m talking about. — Jasmine Valentine, entertainment reporter
Paradise season 2 (Hulu/Disney+)
Look
I have already stated my belief that Paradise Season 2 is the best show of 2026 so far, but I’ll gladly remind you why here. This time, Xavier (Sterling K. Brown) leaves the bunker to try to find his ex-wife Teri (Enuka Okuma), and we meet Annie (Shailene Woodley), a medical school dropout turned Graceland tour guide, who has to hide out in the King’s mansion for three years after the Doomsday event.
Frankly, it’s the expansion of the outside world that really makes this series stand out. Woodley is heartbreaking as she wears her heart on her sleeve, changing our understanding of apocalyptic impact in the blink of an eye. Don’t count out Sinatra (Julianne Nicholson) though…I wouldn’t trust her as far as I could throw her. — joint venture
The bluff (main video)
Look
Priyanka Chopra and Karl Urban lead the cast of this new Amazon film, which was also produced by Marvel giants Joe and Anthony Russo. Despite the big names attached, The bluff has not received glowing reviews, with critics giving it a 68% on Rotten Tomatoes.
However, he has all the ingredients for a decent swordsman. In it, we follow a former pirate who must protect her family when her past catches up with her. It is also set in the 19th century and there are some excellent costumes, naturally, so it may be worth heading over to Prime Video this weekend to get your action fix if this ticks all the boxes. — Lucy Buglass, Senior Entertainment Reporter
Scrub Renaissance (Hulu/Disney+)
Look
almost 25 years ago The pit became a tour de force, another medical comedy-drama in Exfoliants was appointment viewing on ABC (US), Channel 4 (UK) and other television networks worldwide.
Well, it’s time for millennials to shout “Eeeaaaaggle!” again and return to Sacred Heart, because the beloved drama has been resurrected for the streaming era. With a little luck, Exfoliants‘ Season 10 picks up sometime after Season 8 and won’t prescribe its incredibly forgettable follow-up as required viewing…
Anyway, the Exfoliants The two-episode premiere of Revival is available now on ABC and Hulu in the US, and on Disney+ everywhere else. Give me a lot more sass from Doctor Cox and the Janitor, JD and Turk being the best bromance on TV, and plenty of laughs and heartbreaking moments, and I won’t ask for Scrubs to be taken off life support again. — Tom Power, Senior Entertainment Reporter
DTF San Luis (HBO Max)
Look
DTF San Luis is a new HBO Max series that features an entire ensemble. David Harbour, Jason Bateman, Linda Cardellini, Joy Sunday and Richard Jenkins star in this seven-episode black comedy with a very intriguing plot.
In fact, it centers on a complicated love triangle between three adults who experience “midlife malaise,” which leads to one of them ending up dead. It’s not exactly how any of them expected all of this to happen, and the resulting downward spiral is inevitable. Who knew a casual dating app could be so deadly?
New episodes will be released weekly, so my Friday nights will be sorted for the foreseeable future. — pound
Monarch: Legacy of Monsters season 2 (Apple TV)
Look
Ready for more Titan vs. Titan action in Legendary’s Monsterverse? You’re in luck. Interquel Show Season 2 Monarch: Legacy of Monsters has debuted on Apple TV, and judging by its official trailer, this time around it’ll be less plodding human drama and more big-fight action spectacle.
Set approximately two years after the events of its forebear, the Apple TV Original’s second outing will see Godzilla, Kong and the series’ human cast team up to confront a new monster, dubbed ‘Titan X’, that threatens the established order of the natural world. Monarch Season 2, Episode 1 is now available on Apple TV, but before you watch it, find out everything worth knowing about Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Season 2 so you’re up to speed. — T.P.
Formula 1: Drive to Survive season 8 (Netflix)
Look
Start those engines, because it’s time to return to the Formula 1 paddock for eight more episodes of behind-the-scenes action. Formula 1: Drive to survive Season 8 has arrived on Netflix and revisits the biggest moments of the 2025 Formula One World Championship.
The title fight went down to the wire between Lando Norris, Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri, with the trio neck and neck heading into the 24th and final Grand Prix, making it one of the closest finishes in over a decade. No spoilers for anyone who hasn’t heard who won, but what I will say is that season 8 also highlights the four rookies making their debut, Christian Horner’s departure from Red Bull, and many other pivotal moments of the season.
With the 2026 championship just around the corner, the new season sets the perfect stage for the battles to come. — AS
Follow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a preferred source to receive news, reviews and opinions from our experts in your feeds. Be sure to click the Follow button!
And of course you can also follow TechRadar on TikTok for news, reviews, unboxings in video form and receive regular updates from us on WhatsApp also.
