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The last weekend of July is here, and the streaming gods are once again asking one very important question: How many hours are you willing to spend on the couch? Thankfully, you won't have to waste any of them doomscrolling, because I've found the eight biggest new movies and shows to watch this weekend across Netflix, Apple TV Plus and the rest of the major streaming services.As Tom's Guide's streaming editor, I've ranked this week's biggest releases from most to least worth your time, factoring in everything from hype and star power to actual watchability. Topping the list are two theatrical blockbusters from earlier in the summer: "Disclosure Day" and "Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu."TV fans will have plenty to binge this weekend, with new seasons of "Ransom Canyon," "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds" and "King of the Hill," as well as the return of "The Walking Dead: Dead City." Whether you're craving comedy, action or sci-fi, here's my ranked guide to the best new streaming releases to watch this weekend.1. 'Disclosure Day' (digital)
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Genre: Sci-fi thrillerRuntime: 2h 22mWhat it's about: Steven Spielberg returns to the genre he helped define with an alien conspiracy thriller. Emily Blunt stars as Margaret Fairchild, a TV meteorologist who suddenly speaks an alien language during a live broadcast. She's forced on the run with cybersecurity analyst Daniel Kellner (Josh O'Connor), who has stolen classified evidence of extraterrestrial life. As the government closes in, the pair race to expose a decades-long cover-up.Why it's worth your time: No, it's not "Close Encounters of the Third Kind" 2.0, and that's fine. Even a mid-tier Spielberg sci-fi movie is eminently entertaining, elevated by Emily Blunt's terrific performance, some jaw-dropping set pieces and John Williams' soaring score.Where to stream: Prime Video (with purchase)2. 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' (digital)
