Netflix Weekend Watchlist:- The weekend is about to come, and if you are wondering what to watch this time, then your search ends here. We have prepared a list of some of the blockbuster movies and shows releasing this week, from thrillers to romances and K-dramas.
1. Hostage
Release date: 21 August
Genre: Thriller
Star Cast: Suranne Jones, Julie Delpy, and Corey Milechrist
Story: The British Prime Minister’s husband is kidnapped, and during this time, the French President also starts receiving threats. The leaders of both countries face a difficult decision. This film is full of suspense and action.
2. Gold Rush Gang
Release Date: 21 August
Genre: Drama
Star Cast: Phethai Wongkhamlao, Thiti Mahayotaruk, and Chingdung Duijkers
Story: In the last days of World War II, a gang leader takes on his arch-nemesis and the Japanese army to rob a train full of gold. This is a historical drama that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
3. Fall For Me
Release Date: 21 August
Genre: Drama
Star Cast: Svenja Jung, Theo Trebs, and Thomas Kretschmann
Story: Lily is suspicious of her sister’s new fiancé. But then an attractive stranger comes into her life, and she is suddenly caught in a web of love. This story unravels the layers of relationships and deception.
4. Abandoned Man
Release Date: 22 August
Genre: Drama
Star Cast: Mert Ramazan Demir, Ada Erma, and Rahimkan Kapkap
Story: After serving time in prison for his brother’s crime, a man reunites with his family. During this time, he forms a bond with his niece that completely changes his life and gives him new hope. It is an emotional and heartwarming story.
5. Aema
Release Date: 22 August
Genre: Drama
Star Cast: Lee Han, Bang Hyo-rin, and Jin Sun-kyu
Story: In 1980s Korea, a famous movie star and a new heroine encounter the male dominance and behind-the-scenes corruption of the film industry while shooting a bold film called ‘Madame Aema’.
6. Bon Appetit, Your Majesty
Release Date: 23 August
Genre: Romance
Star Cast: Im Yoon-ah, Lee Chae-min, Kang Han-na, Cho Gwai-hwa, and others
Story: An excellent chef time-travels to the Joseon era, where she meets a cruel king. The king loves her modern dishes, but challenges await her in the royal court. This is a fun and romantic K-drama.
Last Week’s Top Picks
If you missed last week’s releases, here are some titles you can still watch: Saare Jahan Se Accha, The Silent Guardians. It released on August 13. A strong Indian spy has to beat his enemy across the border in a game of mind and espionage to destroy his nuclear program. This spy-thriller series stars Pratik Gandhi, Sunny Hinduja, and Suhail Nayyar in lead roles.
Get your watchlist ready and let us know which of these films or series you liked the most!