Netflix New Releases This Week (April 20–26): From Apex to Stranger Things: Tales from ’85, 7 Biggest Movies and Shows You Can’t Miss
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Netflix is rolling out a packed slate of fresh content between April 20 and April 26, with a mix of high-stakes thrillers, franchise expansions, and gripping docuseries.
Netflix New Releases This Week
From the much-anticipated animated spin-off Stranger Things: Tales from ’85 to Charlize Theron’s survival thriller Apex, this week’s lineup offers something for every kind of binge-watcher.
Stranger Things: Tales from ’85
The biggest headline release is Stranger Things: Tales from ’85, an animated spin-off set between Seasons 2 and 3 of the original series. Premiering on April 23, the show revisits Hawkins with new supernatural threats and nostalgic ‘80s storytelling.
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Unlike the live-action series, all episodes drop at once, making it a binge-ready addition to Netflix’s flagship franchise. The series explores “smaller supernatural occurrences” in Hawkins while expanding the Upside Down lore.
Apex
Another major release is Apex, arriving April 24. Starring Charlize Theron and Taron Egerton, the survival thriller follows a climber hunted in the wilderness in a deadly cat-and-mouse chase.
Set against the harsh Australian outback, the film blends action with psychological tension, positioning itself as one of Netflix’s biggest movie drops this week.
Boy Band Confidential: A Hollywood Demons Event
Dropping April 20, Boy Band Confidential: A Hollywood Demons Event dives into the dark side of the late ’90s and early 2000s boy band industry. The docuseries uncovers exploitation, financial manipulation, and abuse behind the glossy pop phenomenon.
Funny AF with Kevin Hart
Netflix also expands its comedy slate with Funny AF with Kevin Hart, a competition show where audiences help decide the funniest performers in real time. The format blends stand-up with interactive entertainment.
Running Point Season 2
Sports drama fans can look forward to Season 2 of Running Point, where Kate Hudson’s character navigates internal conflicts and power struggles while managing a professional basketball team.
Unchosen
Unchosen adds a darker tone to the week’s lineup. The psychological thriller follows a young mother whose affair with an escaped prisoner threatens to unravel her tightly controlled religious community.
Beef Season 2 returns with a fresh anthology story
The critically acclaimed series Beef is back with Season 2, premiering earlier in April but still trending strongly this week. This time, the show shifts into an anthology format, introducing a completely new storyline and cast, including Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan. The new season explores escalating conflicts between strangers that spiral into intense psychological drama—continuing the show’s signature mix of dark humor and emotional tension.
Thrash
Netflix’s survival thriller Thrash has quickly climbed to the top of the platform’s most-watched charts. The film follows residents trapped in a flooded town during a hurricane, where deadly sharks add to the chaos.
While reviews have been mixed, its high-concept premise and fast-paced action have made it a popular pick among viewers looking for an intense, edge-of-your-seat watch.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the latest available updates from publicly accessible and credible sources at the time of publication. Release dates, titles, and availability on Netflix may vary by region and are subject to change without prior notice. Readers are advised to check the official platform or app for the most accurate and updated information.
