What to Stream on TV This Week: ‘The Electric State,’ ‘The Wheel of Time’ and More

Streaming Highlights This Week: What You Can’t Miss

The world of streaming is buzzing this week with a slate of highly anticipated releases hitting all major platforms. From star-studded movies to gripping TV series and buzzy reality shows, there’s something for everyone to dive into. Netflix is leading the charge with The Electric State, a sci-fi epic starring Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt, while Prime Video brings back the beloved fantasy series The Wheel of Time for its third season. Meanwhile, Peacock finally drops the second half of Yellowstone season 5, and Max serves up a hilarious horror-comedy with The Parenting. Let’s break down the highlights and must-watch titles arriving this week.

Netflix: Big Releases and a Talk Show Revival

Netflix is pulling out all the stops this week, starting with the premiere of John Mulaney’s new live talk show, Everybody’s Live with John Mulaney. After the success of his experimental series John Mulaney Presents: Everybody’s in LA, Mulaney is back with a weekly format that promises the same mix of celebrity guests, quirky humor, and unexpected moments. The first episode drops on March 12 at 7 p.m. PT/10 p.m. ET, so mark your calendars if you’re a fan of clever comedy.

Also arriving this week is the reboot of the controversial reality show Temptation Island. Four couples will test their relationships by living separately with attractive singles in a newer, racier take on the 2001 original. Expect drama, tension, and plenty of twists as they navigate love and commitment in the modern dating era.

But the biggest Netflix release of the week is The Electric State, a dystopian sci-fi adventure directed by the Russo Brothers. Starring Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt, this visually stunning film follows a young woman and a smuggler on a dangerous journey across a post-apocalyptic United States. With a star-studded cast, including Ke Huy Quan and Stanley Tucci, and a reported huge budget, this is one movie you won’t want to miss when it drops on March 14.

Prime Video: Fantasy and Intrigue with The Wheel of Time

Prime Video’s crown jewel this week is the season 3 premiere of The Wheel of Time, one of the most expensive and ambitious fantasy series on streaming. Picking up where season 2 left off, the new season introduces fresh faces to the cast, including Olivia Williams and Shohreh Agdashloo, while expanding the show’s epic world-building. The first three episodes will be available on March 13, with the remaining five rolling out weekly. Fans of the books and new viewers alike will be on the edge of their seats as the battle between good and evil intensifies.

Hulu: A Documentary on Tragedy and aCreepy Horror Debut

Hulu is bringing a mix of emotional depth and spine-tingling horror this week. First up is the documentary Last Take: Rust and the Story of Halyna, which pays tribute to the life and career ofHalyna Hutchins, the cinematographer tragically killed during the filming of Rust. Featuring interviews with director Joel Souza and other crew members, this film offers a heartfelt look at Hutchins’ legacy and the incident that shocked the film industry. It’s a poignant reminder of the human cost behind the magic of movies.

For horror fans, Hulu is debuting Control Freak, a chilling original film about a woman whose brain becomes infested with a demonic parasite. Starring Kelly Marie Tran, Miles Robbins, and Toan Le, this creepy tale of possession and survival premieres on March 13. If you’re in the mood for something that will keep you up at night, this one’s worth checking out.

Peacock: Crime, Drama, and the Return of Yellowstone

Peacock is delivering a double dose of drama this week. First, Amanda Seyfried stars in the new series Long Bright River, a crime drama based on the novel by Liz Moore. Seyfried plays Mickey, a Philadelphia cop investigating a series of murders while searching for her missing sister. The eight-episode series drops all at once on March 13, making it a perfect weekend binge-watch.

But the biggest news for Peacock this week is the arrival of the final episodes of Yellowstone season 5. The second half of the season will be available starting March 16, giving fans the closure they’ve been waiting for. With Kevin Costner, Wes Bentley, and Kelly Reilly leading the cast, this season promises plenty of power struggles and emotional highs as the Dutton family’s story nears its conclusion.

Max: Laughs and Scares in The Parenting

Max is bringing the laughs and the horror with its new original horror-comedy The Parenting. Written by SNL co-head writer Kent Sublette, the film follows a couple, Rohan (Nik Dodani) and Josh (Brandon Flynn), who plan a weekend getaway to meet each other’s parents. Things take a supernatural turn when they discover their rental house is haunted, and their eccentric parents (played by Edie Falco, Brian Cox, Lisa Kudrow, and Dean Norris) can’t get along. With a talented ensemble cast and a mix of humor and scares, The Parenting is a must-watch for fans of both genres.

Streaming This Week: Something for Everyone

Whether you’re in the mood for high-octane sci-fi, heartfelt documentaries, or laugh-out-loud comedies, this week’s streaming lineup has something for everyone. Netflix kicks things off with The Electric State and John Mulaney’s talk show, while Prime Video delivers more fantasy action with The Wheel of Time. Hulu serves up emotional storytelling and horror thrills, Peacock brings crime drama and the return of Yellowstone, and Max combines humor and scares in The Parenting. With so many incredible titles dropping, it’s a great time to cozy up and binge-watch your way through