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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.