7 new movies and TV shows to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max, and more this weekend (May 22)
This weekend, several new movies and TV shows are available for streaming on platforms like HBO Max and Netflix. Notable releases include Maggie Gyllenhaal's gothic horror film The Bride! and the new Netflix series The Boroughs, produced by the Duffer Brothers. These offerings cater to a variety of tastes, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy during the long weekend.
- ▪The Bride! is a gothic horror movie directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal, now available on HBO Max.
- ▪The Boroughs is a new Netflix series produced by the Duffer Brothers, focusing on residents of a retirement community.
- ▪Both releases offer unique storytelling and performances, appealing to different audience preferences.
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- ▪ The 10 Best TV Shows to Stream This Month (May 2026) — WIRED
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Streaming 7 new movies and TV shows to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max, and more this weekend (May 22) News By Lucy Buglass, Jasmine Valentine, Tom Power published 22 May 2026 The Bride! and The Boroughs lead this week's streaming round-up When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Maggie Gyllenhall's incredibly divisive gothic horror movie The Bride! is out now on HBO Max (Image credit: Warner Bros' Pictures) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Happy long weekend, everyone! Well, those of you in the US and UK who'll be enjoying a three-day break from work due…
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