The return of «The Sandman» and a Stephen King adaptation: 7 must-watch series in July
You won’t be able to look away
This July brings a real series marathon – with major comebacks, deep dramas, thrillers, adaptations, and unexpected new arrivals.
In this list, we’ve gathered premieres you won’t be able to stop watching: the continuation of «The Sandman» and «Dexter», a new chapter in the «Bosch» universe, Stephen King-inspired horror, and the story of a real-life unit that hunts fugitives across borders.
Choose what to watch – and get ready to disappear off the radar for a few evenings.
«The Sandman» (Season 2)
When: July 1
Where to watch: Netflix
The second season of the popular fantasy series returns to the screen. At the end of the previous season, Dream, the King of Dreams, defeated the nightmare that threatened his kingdom and the universe. Meanwhile in Hell, Lucifer is plotting revenge for the public humiliation.
The events of the new season unfold a few weeks after the season one finale. Dream is rebuilding his realm – but new challenges are just around the corner.
«Ballard» (Season 1)
When: July 9
Where to watch: Prime Video
Long-running shows rarely disappear without a trace – they usually get spin-offs. That’s what happened with «Bosch»: after seven seasons about LAPD detective Harry Bosch, the story continued with a three-season series called «Bosch: Legacy». Now comes a new chapter – «Ballard».
Detective Renée Ballard leads a special LAPD unit that investigates unsolved cases. She tackles the most complex and forgotten crimes while uncovering a dangerous conspiracy inside the police department. With support from her team and the experience of retired detective Harry Bosch, Ballard confronts personal and professional challenges to uncover the truth – no matter the cost.
«The Gringo Hunters» (Season 1)
When: July 9
Where to watch: Netflix
This action-drama tells the story of an elite Mexican police unit tasked with finding and arresting American fugitives who cross the border into Mexico.
The plot is based on real events and the activities of the Gringo Hunters unit, created in the early 2000s. Since then, the team has arrested thousands of criminals trying to escape justice by hiding in Mexico.
«Too Much» (Season 1)
When: July 10
Where to watch: Netflix
The main character is Jessica, a heartbroken woman who leaves New York for London in hopes of a fresh start. There, she meets an indie musician named Felix and unexpectedly falls in love. But her new life abroad is full of funny mishaps and everyday chaos.
«Dexter: Resurrection» (Season 1)
When: July 11
Where to watch: Paramount+
When «Dexter» first hit screens 19 years ago, the main character worked as a forensic expert in Miami and secretly killed criminals as his own form of justice.
In «Resurrection», Dexter Morgan – who miraculously survived a serious gunshot wound – shifts his focus and heads to New York in search of his missing son, Harrison.
Note: This new release is a direct continuation of «New Blood».
«Foundation» (Season 3)
When: July 11
Where to watch: Apple TV+
Based on the legendary book series by American sci-fi author Isaac Asimov, the show takes viewers to a Galactic Empire spanning the Milky Way. Scientist Hari Seldon predicts the inevitable fall of the empire and establishes an organization called «Foundation», meant to preserve knowledge and rebuild civilization after the collapse. His prophecy stirs anger and fear in the Emperor himself.
«The Institute» (Season 1)
When: July 13
Where to watch: MGM+
Based on Stephen King’s 2019 novel, this new series centers on a 12-year-old genius named Luke Ellis who is kidnapped and taken to a secret facility called «The Institute». There, he finds many other children with supernatural abilities who were taken in the same way.
Meanwhile, in a nearby town, a former cop named Tim Jamieson – haunted by strange visions – is trying to start a new life. But peace doesn’t last long, as his path is destined to cross with Luke’s fate.
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