What’s new on Netflix in July 2020

Here’s Netflix’s line-up of African and international shows and movies coming to subscribers’ screens in July. Check out our highlights and then the date listings, split into two sections this month, one for content from the African continent, and one for everything else. Happy streaming!

Unsolved Mysteries | 1 July

The iconic series is back! Fusing signature elements from the original series with contemporary immersive, character-driven storytelling, the 12 new episodes are rooted in the experiences of ordinary people who have lived the unthinkable — from the trauma of a loved one’s unexplained disappearance or horrific death, to the shock of a bizarre paranormal encounter.

Alongside detectives and journalists, family members offer clues, present theories, and identify suspects, hoping one viewer holds the key to solving the mystery.

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The Old Guard | 10 July

Led by a warrior named Andy (Charlize Theron), a covert group of tight-knit mercenaries with a mysterious inability to die have fought to protect the mortal world for centuries.

But when the team is recruited to take on an emergency mission and their extraordinary abilities are suddenly exposed, it’s up to Andy and Nile (Kiki Layne), the newest soldier to join their ranks, to help the group eliminate the threat of those who seek to replicate and monetize their power by any means necessary. Based on the acclaimed graphic novel by Greg Rucka and directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, The Old Guard is a gritty, grounded, action-packed story that shows living forever is harder than it looks.

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Cursed | 17 July

Based on the New York Times bestselling book, Cursed is a re-imagination of the Arthurian legend, told through the eyes of Nimue, a young woman with a mysterious gift who is destined to become the powerful (and tragic) Lady of the Lake.

After her mother’s death, she finds an unexpected partner in Arthur, a humble mercenary, in a quest to find Merlin and deliver an ancient sword. Over the course of her journey, Nimue will become a symbol of courage and rebellion against the terrifying Red Paladins, and their complicit King Uther.

Cursed is a coming-of-age story whose themes are familiar to our own time: the obliteration of the natural world, religious terror, senseless war, and finding the courage to lead in the face of the impossible.

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Down to Earth with Zac Efron | 10 July

In this travel show, actor Zac Efron journeys around the world with wellness expert Darin Olien in search of healthy, sustainable ways to live.

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How to Sell Drugs Online (Fast) Season 2 | 21 July

As Moritz and the MyDrugs crew ramp up their hustle, the online drug shop grows more successful — and even more dangerous.

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Good Girls Season 3 | 26 July

Suburban mothers-turned-criminals Beth, Ruby and Annie return to face the consequences of last season’s hijinks.

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Norsemen Season 3 | 22 July

This season of the Norwegian Viking comedy goes back in time to tell the story that led to Season 1. Don’t worry, there is still plenty of pillaging and plundering.

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The Baby-Sitters Club | 3 July

Netflix’s new series is based on the best-selling book series, that follows the friendship and adventures of Kristy Thomas (Sophie Grace), Mary Anne Spier (Malia Baker), Claudia Kishi (Momona Tamada), Stacey McGill (Shay Rudolph), and Dawn Schafer (Xochitl Gomez) as the middle-schoolers start their babysitting business in the town of Stoneybrook, Connecticut.

Rounding out the cast, Alicia Silverstone plays Elizabeth Thomas-Brewer, the selfless single-mother of Kristy Thomas and love interest of all-round good guy Watson Brewer, played by Mark Feuerstein. The adaptation of the contemporary dramedy that continues to champion friendship, female empowerment and entrepreneurship was led by Rachel Shukert (Glow) as showrunner and Lucia Aniello (Broad City) as executive producer.

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What else is on?

Look out for our Plum Picks in bold! First you’ll see our African section, followed by the international titles.

African films and shows

3 July

Sugar Rush

Life Begins

8 July

• Camp Getaway

10 July

Hole in the Wall (Gat in die Muur)

Your Excellency

15 July

Southern Cross

17 July

Bigger

The House on Sea Horse Bay

30 July

Seriously Single

International films and shows

1 July

• Deadwind Season 2

Say I Do – Netflix Original Series

Under the Riccione Sun – Netflix Original Film

Chico Bon Bon: Monkey with a Tool Belt: Season 2 – Netflix Kids And Family

2 July

Warrior Nun – Netflix Original Series

3 July

Cable Girls Final Season: Part 2 – Netflix Original Series

JU-ON: Origins – Netflix Original Series

Southern Survival – Netflix Original Series

Desperados – Netflix Original Film

8 July

Stateless – Netflix Original Series

Was It Love? – Netflix Original Series

Mucho Mucho Amor: The Legend of Walter Mercado – Netflix Original Documentary

9 July

The Protector: Season 4 – Netflix Original Series

10 July

O Crush Perfeito – Netflix Original Series

The Twelve – Netflix Original Series

Hello Ninja: Season 3 – Netflix Kids And Family

The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants in Space – Netflix Kids And Family

13 July

Cinderela Pop – Netflix Kids And Family

14 July

Urzila Carlson: Overqualified Loser – Netflix Original Comedy Special

On est ensemble – Netflix Original Documentary

The Business of Drugs – Netflix Original Documentary

15 July

Dark Desire – Netflix Original Series

Skin Decision: Before and After – Netflix Original Series

Gli Infedeli – Netflix Original Film

16 July

Indian Matchmaking – Netflix Original Series

Fatal Affair – Netflix Original Film

17 July

Boca a Boca – Netflix Original Series

20 July

The Claudia Kishi Club – Netflix Original Documentary

A Cory Carson Summer Camp – Netflix Kids And Family

21 July

• Jack Whitehall: I’m Only Joking – Netflix Original Comedy Special

22 July

• Street Food: Latin America – Netflix Original Documentary

Signs – Netflix Original Series

Fear City: New York vs The Mafia – Netflix Original Documentary

23 July

The Larva Island Movie – Netflix Kids And Family

24 July

¡A cantar! – Netflix Original Series

Ofrenda a la tormenta – Netflix Original Film

The Kissing Booth 2 – Netflix Original Film

John Was Trying to Contact Aliens – Netflix Original Documentary

Dragons: Rescue Riders: Secrets of the Songwing – Netflix Kids And Family

27 July

Charlie’s Angels

28 July

• Last Chance U: Laney – Netflix Original Documentary

29 July

• The Speed Cubers – Netflix Original Documentary

Inside the World’s Toughest Prisons: Season 4 – Netflix Original Series

The Hater

31 July

• The Umbrella Academy: Season 2 – Netflix Original Series

Get Even – Netflix Original Series

Vis a vis: El Oasis – Netflix Original Series

Latte and the Magic Waterstone – Netflix Kids And Family

Please note that dates and times are subject to change.

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