Must-watch new movies & shows this weekend: Netflix’s ‘The Residence,’ Hulu’s ‘O’Dessa,’ Peacock’s ‘Wicked’ & more – Here’s a comprehensive list

This weekend’s streaming lineup is packed with an exciting mix of gripping dramas, pulse-pounding mysteries, and mesmerizing musicals—offering something for every kind of viewer. From Netflix’s highly anticipated murder mystery The Residence, which takes you deep into a White House scandal, to Hulu’s electrifying rock opera O’Dessa, starring Stranger Things breakout Sadie Sink, the latest releases are anything but ordinary.

Meanwhile, musical lovers can rejoice as Wicked finally lands on Peacock, letting fans belt out “Defying Gravity” from the comfort of their couch. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg—there’s a wealth of new content dropping across all major platforms.

What makes the residence on Netflix a must-watch?

Shonda Rhimes’ The Residence takes viewers inside a thrilling murder at a White House state dinner. Uzo Aduba stars as a detective unraveling the mystery across eight suspenseful episodes, launched on March 20, 2025. The stellar cast includes Giancarlo Esposito, Ken Marino, and Randall Park, with a surprise Kylie Minogue cameo.

Why is Hulu’s O’Dessa generating buzz?

O’Dessa, a rock opera featuring Stranger Things star Sadie Sink, premiered on Hulu on March 20. Set in a barren, post-apocalyptic world, the story follows a determined young girl seeking to retrieve her stolen guitar from dangerous thieves.

What’s new with wicked on peacock?

Peacock delivered a double dose of Wicked on March 21, 2025, offering the original and a sing-along version. Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo bring their magic to life in this musical sensation.

New on Netflix

March 20

• Bet Your Life (TR) (Netflix Series)
• Den of Thieves 2: Pantera
• The Residence (Netflix Series)
• Wolf King (GB) (Netflix Family)

March 21

• Go! (ZA) (Netflix Series)
• Little Siberia (SE) (Netflix Film)
• Revelations (KR) (Netflix Film)

March 22

• SAKAMOTO DAYS (JP) (Netflix Anime – Finale)

New on Prime Video

March 20

• Last One Laughing UK (Prime Video Original Series)
• Tyler Perry’s Duplicity (Prime Video Original Movie)

March 22

• PBC Championship Boxing — Fundora vs. Booker (Prime Video Live Sports)
• Spotlight (2015)

March 23

• Sausage Party (2016)

New on Hulu

March 20

• My Strange Arrest: Complete Season 2 (A&E)
• O’Dessa (Hulu Original Film)
• Ol’ Dirty Bastard: A Tale of Two Dirtys: Complete Season 1 (A&E)
• Rachael Ray in Tuscany: Complete Season 1 (A&E)
• The Proof Is Out There: Alien Edition: Complete Season 1 (A&E)
• Trapped in the Rocky Mountains (A&E)

March 21

• I’ve Somehow Gotten Stronger When I Improved My Farm-Related Skills: Complete Season 1 (Subbed & Dubbed)
• The Demon Sword Master of Excalibur Academy: Complete Season 1 (Subbed & Dubbed)

March 22

• The Jesus Music (2021)

March 23

• The Machine (2023)
• The Machine – En Español (2023)

New on Max

March 21

• A Decent Man (aka Porz?dny Cz?owiek), Season 1 (HBO Original)
• Sing Sing (A24)

March 22

• Tiny Toons Looniversity, Season 2C (Cartoon Network)

March 23

• Girl Meets Farm, Season 14 (Food Network)

New on Disney+

March 22

• Animals, They’re Just Like Us! (Season 1, 6 episodes)

New on Apple TV+

March 21

• BE@RBRICK

New on Starz

March 21

• Power Book III: Raising Kanan, Season 4, Episode 3

New on Paramount+ with Showtime

March 20

• Happy Face (Series Premiere)

March 21

• The Hunting Party

March 23

• The Free World

New on Peacock

March 20

• Rescued Chimpanzees of the Congo With Jane Goodall

March 21

• Filth
• Hammer of the Gods
• The Right Kind of Wrong
• Wicked – Premiere (Peacock Exclusive)
• Wicked – Sing-Along Alternate Feature-Length Version (Peacock Exclusive)

March 22

• Happy’s Place, Season 1 – Finale (NBC)

March 23

• Hearts Around the Table: Jenna’s First Love
• Minions: The Rise of Gru

Are there new international films on Netflix?

Netflix fans can explore international gems like Revelations from South Korea and Little Siberia from Sweden, both released on March 21. Anime enthusiasts can enjoy the finale of SAKAMOTO DAYS on March 22.

What’s streaming on prime video this weekend?

Prime Video offers diverse content, including Last One Laughing UK, which premiered on March 20. Drama lovers can enjoy Tyler Perry’s Duplicity, while boxing fans can catch the PBC Championship: Fundora vs. Booker on March 22.

What other hidden gems are available?

Max: A24’s Sing Sing premiered on March 21. Tiny Toons Looniversity Season 2C drops on March 22.
Hulu:Ol’ Dirty Bastard: A Tale of Two Dirtys and Rachael Ray in Tuscany premiered March 20.
Disney+:Animals, They’re Just Like Us! launched six new episodes on March 22.

FAQs:

What is The Residence about on Netflix?
A White House murder mystery starring Uzo Aduba.

Where can I watch Wicked this weekend?
Wicked is streaming on Peacock.