Canadian Streaming Guide: Crave, Disney+, Netflix, Paramount+, and Prime Video [Aug. 25-31]

Looking for something new to watch on streaming platforms? Every week, we round up some of the most exciting new movies and TV shows available on popular services like Amazon’s Prime Video, Crave, Disney+, and Netflix. We also mention other platforms like Apple TV+ and Paramount+ when they have noteworthy content. Plus, we’ll feature Canadian-made productions or ones with Canadian talent or filming locations.

Crave has a new horror movie called Until Dawn available to stream starting on August 29. It’s about a group of teens stuck in a time loop trying to survive the night. Directed by David F. Sandberg and starring Ella Rubin and Michael Cimino, it’s based on a popular PlayStation game. You can watch Until Dawn on Crave with a Premium membership for $22/month or choose from cheaper options with ads.

Over on Disney+, you can catch a powerful documentary called Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time. This series sheds light on the lack of care for Black communities during the devastating hurricane. Disney+ also offers Thunderbolts, a superhero movie about antiheroes teaming up to fight a dangerous threat. Directed by Jake Schreier and featuring a star-studded Marvel cast, it’s available to stream for a monthly fee.

Netflix has two exciting additions to its lineup this week. The Thursday Murder Club is a crime comedy based on a popular novel and stars Helen Mirren and Pierce Brosnan. Unknown Number: The High School Catfish is a gripping documentary that dives into a cyberbullying case in a small town. You can stream these titles on Netflix with different subscription options available.

Paramount+ introduces Stans, a documentary exploring the world of Eminem superfans and how fandom shapes identity and community. Featuring rare footage and interviews with Eminem himself, this film is a must-watch for music enthusiasts. Paramount+ offers different subscription tiers for viewers to choose from.

Lastly, Prime Video brings us The Terminal List: Dark Wolf, a thrilling action series following a Navy SEAL’s journey to becoming a CIA operative. Lovers of sci-fi and comedy-drama can enjoy the final season of Upload, a show about AI gone rogue. Prime Video is included in an Amazon Prime membership with optional ad-free viewing for an additional fee.

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