Call it a weekend of investigative instincts and impeccable dysfunction. From Diljit Dosanjh solving murders in Budapest to British duchesses hiding affairs in 1870s drawing rooms, the latest slate of films, shows and documentaries is rich in suspense, scandal and just enough absurdity. Whether you're into crime, class, or chlorine-scented breakdowns, there’s no shortage of ways to spend your screen time. Here's what deserves your attention.
What to Stream, Watch in Theatres, and Follow Live This Weekend On Netflix, JioHostar, Amazon Prime Video And More
28 Years Later
Where to watch: Theatres
Danny Boyle returns with a follow-up to 28 Days Later. Expect fast zombies, bleaker cities, and that overwhelming dread you’ve secretly missed.
Detective Sherdil
Where to watch: Zee5
Diljit Dosanjh plays a quirky investigator navigating murder, family secrets and flashy billionaire drama in Budapest. Diana Penty co-stars, along with an eclectic ensemble that includes Boman Irani, Ratna Pathak Shah and Chunky Panday.
Ground Zero
Where to watch: Prime Video
Emraan Hashmi leads this taut action thriller based on the life of a BSF officer who pursued terrorist mastermind Ghazi Baba for two years. Sai Tamhankar and Zoya Hussain round out the cast.
Kerala Crime Files Season 2
Where to watch: JioHotstar
The investigative anthology returns with a fresh mystery. This time, it’s the disappearance of a Civil Police Officer named Ambili Raju. Expect slow burns, sharp reveals and Kerala’s grimy underbelly.
The Buccaneers Season 2
Where to watch: Apple TV+
The American girls have officially settled into British society, but scandal, secrets and sapphic subplots keep things far from proper. Leighton Meester joins the cast, just in case it wasn’t juicy enough already.
We Were Liars
Where to watch: Prime Video
A New England island, a rich family, a summer wiped from memory. This psychological thriller follows a 17-year-old girl as she tries to piece together the truth of a long-buried accident. The pretty setting hides some ugly truths.
The Waterfront
Where to watch: Netflix
A North Carolina fishing dynasty falls apart under the weight of crime, addiction and debt. Kevin Williamson's Southern family drama is equal parts gritty and melodramatic, with a cast led by Holt McCallany and Maria Bello.
Grenfell: Uncovered
Where to watch: Netflix
This gut-wrenching documentary traces the systemic failures behind the Grenfell Tower fire. Survivor accounts, firefighter testimonies and investigative revelations form a damning portrait of negligence and institutional apathy.
Olympo
Where to watch: Netflix
Perfection has a price in this Spanish teen drama about synchronised swimming, ambition and betrayal. Set in a high-performance centre, it’s Elite in a Speedo, with queer yearning and doping scandals bubbling just beneath the surface.
India vs England, 1st Test
Where to watch: JioHotstar
Test cricket returns with India taking on England in the first of the series. Expect long spells, strategic play and possibly some surprise standouts.
Bayern Munich vs Boca Juniors
Where to watch: DAZN
Two football powerhouses clash in a high-profile friendly with big names and big stakes.
Inter Milan vs Urawa Reds
Where to watch: DAZN
Inter faces off against the Japanese side Urawa Reds in what promises to be a test of depth and pre-season chemistry.
UFC Fight Night Baku
Where to watch: SonyLIV
Live from Azerbaijan, this fight night card features rising stars and knockout potential. Expect grit, blood and someone yelling about takedown defence.
