5 new Movies & TV Shows to Watch this Weekend on Max, Netflix, Hulu, Discovery, & more (June 20-22)

If you're looking for thrills, elegance, and a little wild weirdness, you’ll want to watch this weekend from June 20–22. Whether you're into twisted mythologies, high-society drama, or jaw-dropping wildlife, this lineup has something for every kind of binge-watcher. 

Dive into Olympo, the new Spanish thriller where ambition and obsession collide inside a high-performance sports center. Take a lavish turn with The Gilded Age season three as New York’s elite clash over power, legacy, and status. And for something wildly unexpected, Planet Weird on National Geographic introduces you to the strangest creatures on Earth—and their bizarre survival strategies.

From drama lovers to documentary fans and fantasy thrill-seekers, this weekend's top picks are curated to keep you entertained, curious, and completely hooked. Don’t miss a moment—check out the full list of what to watch this weekend now.

Now or Never: FC Montfermeil

When: Friday, June 20
Where: Max

Maintenant ou Jamais: FC Montfermeil is a gripping, behind-the-scenes documentary series that follows the dreams and determination of young footballers from the U17 team of Montfermeil. Created by Guillaume and Nicolas Thevenin, written by Mitchell Rosenbaum, and directed by Ousmane Ly, this original Max France production offers a raw, emotional look at what it takes to chase a professional soccer career—when it’s now or never.

Olympo 

When: Friday, June 20
Where: Netflix

When a young swimmer suddenly collapses at a top-tier sports center, Amaia dives into a gripping investigation—uncovering the dangerous lengths elite athletes will go to in pursuit of glory, and the high price of ambition. It should be your top pick to watch this weekend.

Planet Weird

When: Friday, June 20
Where: Nat Geo Wild

Planet Weird is here to spotlight nature’s most bizarre, brilliant survivors—and it’s unlike anything you’ve seen before. This six-part docuseries dives deep into the wild side of the animal kingdom, from dancing flame bowerbirds and bloodthirsty finches to flying lizards and venomous water spiders.

With survival skills as strange as their appearances, these creatures prove that in nature, weird isn’t just wonderful—it’s essential. Ready to meet the planet’s strangest icons? Tune in and embrace the wild.

The Gilded Age Season 3

When: Sunday, June 22
Where: HBO Max

Julian Fellowes' lavish historical drama returns, and the stakes are higher than ever. In the third season of The Gilded Age, the power struggle between “old money” and “new money” erupts in full force after the explosive Opera War. The Russells rise with bold ambition—Bertha aiming to claim a status-defining prize, while George makes a daring move that could transform the railroad industry or destroy everything.

Meanwhile, tensions boil across the street, where Ada’s new role sparks discord in the Brook household. As New York races toward progress, its elite must decide what they’re willing to sacrifice for legacy, power, and pride. It should be on your what to watch this weekend list.

Marooned With Ed Stafford

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When: Sunday, June 22
Where: Discovery

Marooned with Ed Stafford is a gripping Discovery Channel documentary series that pushes the limits of human endurance. Survivalist Ed Stafford strands himself in some of the world’s most remote, unforgiving landscapes for ten days—with nothing but a camera, a satellite phone for emergencies, and a basic medical kit. No crew, no food, no tools—just raw survival and sheer willpower. It should be your go-to series to watch this weekend.

Last week's guide: What to Watch on Apple TV+, Prime Video, Hulu, & more (June 13-15)