This summer, a plethora of Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror films will be landing on Netflix.
Get Ready to Hunker Down with Netflix's Summer Genre Favorites!
Craving a spine-tingling scare or an action-packed adventure? Hang up your popcorn and take a seat, because we've got the lowdown on the sci-fi, fantasy, and horror treats Netflix has lined up for the season! And hey, don't sweat it if you end up binging the entireslate—life's too short not to enjoy some epic entertainment, right?
May 23 - Fear Street: Prom Queen's Dance of Darkness
Did you think the Fear Street trilogy was a wrap? Guess what, darling? You've still got a date in Shadyside High with Prom Queen, which transports us back to the year 1988 for another round of dead bodies, mean girls, and the still-bloody-mysterious occurrences surrounding Shadyside High. Directed by Matt Palmer, this thriller shimmy boasts a dazzling cast, including India Fowler, Suzanna Son, Fina Strazza, Chris Klein, David Iacono, Ella Rubin, and Ariana Greenblatt—just to name a few. And if that weren't enough, Lili Taylor and Katherine Waterston set the stage with their eerie presence!
June 20 - KPop Demon Hunters: Undercover Hotties
You've no doubt heard the rumors—the adorable K-pop sensations you adore are actually demon hunters! It's official: Sony Pictures Animation brings us this animated, action-packed, side-splitting comedy on June 20th. Follow a trio of your favorite idols as they navigate intriguing supernatural mysteries, all while maintaining the illusion of performing for their adoring fans.
July 2 - The Old Guard 2: Eternal Struggles
We forgot that The Old Guard 2 was even a thing, but given how kickass the initial installment was, we confidently give the sequel a pass for the extended delay. Release date: July 2nd. If you need a refresher, the series follows an ensemble cast of immortal warriors as they fight to keep innocent civilians safe and contend with their own peculiar secrets. This time around, new conflicts arise, and you know what that means—lots and lots of action!
July 10 - Baffled by Brick: A Mysterious Escape
Let's venture away from supernatural encounters and hunker down with an ordinary couple struggling with an unordinary predicament: they wake up trapped inside their apartment building, thanks to a mysterious wall. Whether you like puzzles, intricate plots, and a heavy dose of mystery, Brick has you covered!
August 13 - Fixed: The Last Hurrah
Ready for a big-time laugh? August brings us a quirky adult animated comedy from Genndy Tartakovsky. Fixed tells the story of a dog who chooses to throw one last crazy party while he still can, along with a cast of outrageous comedians such as Adam Devine, Idris Elba, Kathryn Hahn, and more!
Summer - Lost in Starlight: Star-Crossed Gravitational Forces
Netflix's inaugural foray into Korean-language animated films presents a romantic tale of an astronaut and a musician who battle distance to keep their love alive. Perfect for romantic sci-fi lovers, Lost in Starlight blasts off this summer!
Will you be joining the Netflix party for summer genre entertainment? Make sure to check out Tudum[2]for the entire summer lineup!
If that's not enough, keep your eyes peeled for updates on the latest Marvel[3], Star Wars[4], and Star Trek[5] releases, intriguing developments in the DC Universe[6], and the latest on Doctor Who's journey[7]. Happy streaming!
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Sci-fi and Fantasy:
- The Old Guard 2: A fantasy action movie and sequel to the 2020 film, featuring Charlize Theron, releasing July 2nd.[1][3]
- The Sandman (Season 2 – Volume 1): Based on the comic book series by Neil Gaiman, releasing in two installments on July 3rd and July 24th.[1]
Horror:
- Fear Street: Prom Queen: Part of the Fear Street horror series, set to release May 23rd.[3]
- The Summer Hikaru Died: A Japanese anime horror series set for release on July 1st.[1]
- The Old Guard 2, a highly anticipated sequel in the fantasy action genre, starring Charlize Theron, is set to release on July 2nd.
- Sony Pictures Animation brings us an animated, action-packed, side-splitting comedy on June 20th, KPop Demon Hunters: Undercover Hotties, featuring your favorite K-pop idols as demon hunters.
- Witness the enchanting romance between an astronaut and a musician in Lost in Starlight, Netflix's inaugural Korean-language animated film, perfect for romantic sci-fi lovers, releasing this summer.
- Check out Io9 and Gizmodo for updates on Doctor Who's journey, Star Trek, Star Wars, Marvel, and DC Universe releases, as you plan your summer movie-and-tv binge, including Netflix's offerings like Fear Street: Prom Queen and The Sandman.
