Top 5 New Shows to Stream on Netflix, Hulu, and More this Week (June 16-22)

If you’re looking for some new shows to add to your watchlist this week, you’re in luck! There are some exciting premieres happening on Netflix, Hulu, and other streaming platforms, as well as on broadcast and cable TV.

This week, we’ll bid farewell to the global sensation “Squid Game” as it returns for its high-stakes final season. Additionally, “The Bear” is back with more culinary chaos and emotional drama in season 4. And Marvel fans can look forward to the debut of “Ironheart,” introducing a brilliant young inventor making her mark in the MCU.

In “Ironheart” on Disney Plus, MIT student Riri Williams heads back to Chicago to build her own Iron Man suit, but things take a dangerous turn when she encounters The Hood. With street smarts and high-tech armor, this Marvel show is sure to impress even Tony Stark. Episodes 1-3 premiere Tuesday, June 24 at 9 p.m. ET on Disney Plus.

“Countdown” on Prime Video follows Jensen Ackles as an LAPD detective tracking down a killer who has launched a massive plot against Los Angeles. Explosions, conspiracies, and gruff one-liners abound in this tense thriller. Episodes 1-3 premiere Wednesday, June 25 at 3 a.m. ET on Prime Video.

Fans of “The Bear” on FX on Hulu can look forward to season 4, where the crew faces financial struggles, mounting pressure, and uncertain futures. With emotions running high and tough decisions looming, the team must navigate the chaos of the kitchen. All 10 episodes premiere Wednesday, June 25 at 9 p.m ET on Hulu.

“Smoke” on Apple TV Plus, created by Dennis Lehane, follows arson investigator Dave Gudsen and detective Michelle Calderone as they track down serial firestarters in the Pacific Northwest. As they delve deeper into the case, their lives become increasingly at risk. Episodes 1-2 premiere Friday, June 27 at 12 a.m. ET on Apple TV Plus.

Finally, the highly anticipated season 3 of “Squid Game” on Netflix continues the thrilling saga with Gi-hun facing new challenges and dangers. If you’re a fan of the show, you won’t want to miss the final round of this intense competition.