Netflix just dropped a stacked slate of titles guaranteed to shake up your watchlist—whether you’re in the mood to laugh till it hurts, solve a forest-set murder mystery, or explore the rise of authoritarianism in South America. From buzzy thrillers to heartfelt comedy and daring docs, here’s a full breakdown of the 7 biggest Netflix premieres of the week—complete with mini reviews, scores, and trailers to hit play on.
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1. Untamed (Limited Series)
Genre: Crime Thriller
Score: 8.3/10
Eric Bana brings his A-game in this eerie, atmospheric thriller about murder in Yosemite. The limited series captures the vast, unnerving beauty of the national park while unraveling layers of corruption and cover-ups within the Park Service itself. Think True Detective with a forest ranger badge. The pacing is deliberate, but the payoff is worth the patience.
Why the score? Strong lead performance, chilling tone, and gorgeous cinematography elevate a slightly slow burn.
2. Wall to Wall
Genre: Psychological Thriller
Score: 8.1/10
Korean thrillers rarely miss, and Wall to Wall is no exception. Kang Ha-neul gives a gripping performance as a man whose dream home slowly morphs into a psychological prison. With themes of paranoia, gentrification, and generational trauma, this movie keeps you guessing till the very last knock on the wall. Yeom Hye-ran’s supporting role is equally chilling.
Why the score? A taut, anxiety-inducing thriller that punches above its premise. Loses a point for a slightly familiar setup.
3. Vir Das: Fool Volume (Stand-Up Special)
Genre: Stand-Up Comedy
Score: 7.9/10
This is Das at his most vulnerable—and his most hilarious. Part travelogue, part introspection, Fool Volume hops from New York to Mumbai to London, wrapping big laughs in even bigger truths. He tackles cancel culture, personal superstition, and public scrutiny without ever losing his rhythm. Not just a comedy special—it’s an emotional tightrope walk with a mic.
Why the score? Insightful and funny, though the tonal shifts may feel jarring to those expecting pure punchlines.
4. Apocalypse in the Tropics
Genre: Political Documentary
Score: 7.8/10
Petra Costa’s doc is timely, urgent, and deeply researched. Through archival footage and new interviews, it charts how Brazil’s evangelical movement turbocharged Jair Bolsonaro’s rise and threatens to erode democratic institutions. It’s dense but digestible—and crucial viewing for anyone watching the global political stage.
Why the score? Eye-opening and sharply edited, though it assumes viewers come in with some political context.
5. Delirium
Genre: Psychological Mystery
Score: 7.4/10
Starring Estefanía Piñeres and Juan Pablo Raba, Delirium dives deep into marital secrets and mental instability. The story of a professor uncovering the disturbing past of his increasingly erratic wife is filled with haunting imagery and emotional beats. It’s more cerebral than thrilling—fans of The Undoing or Black Swan will find themselves hooked.
Why the score? Bold visuals and strong performances, but the pacing may test your patience.
6. Community Squad – Season 2
Genre: Action-Comedy Drama
Score: 7.2/10
The Urban Guard returns for another round of comedic misadventures, petty rivalries, and accidental heroics. Season 2 builds on the emotional undercurrents of the first while upping the absurdity factor. It’s not groundbreaking, but it’s endearing and funny—think Brooklyn Nine-Nine with more mess and less polish.
Why the score? Entertaining and lovable, though still a bit uneven in tone and pacing.
7. Almost Family
Genre: Comedy-Drama
Score: 6.8/10
This cultural clash comedy has its heart in the right place. A Brazilian father trying to survive his daughter’s Argentinian in-laws? Classic chaos. The cast is charming, and the Patagonia setting adds visual flair. But the humor doesn’t always land, and the plot stretches a bit thin. Still, it’s a lighthearted, feel-good watch perfect for a lazy Sunday.
Why the score? Charming and scenic, but lacks the comedic bite to fully stand out.
📊 Netflix Premiere Power Rankings (July 15 Week)
| Rank | Title | Genre | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Untamed | Crime Thriller | 8.3 |
| 2 | Wall to Wall | Psychological Thriller | 8.1 |
| 3 | Vir Das: Fool Volume | Comedy | 7.9 |
| 4 | Apocalypse in the Tropics | Documentary | 7.8 |
| 5 | Delirium | Mystery Drama | 7.4 |
| 6 | Community Squad S2 | Action-Comedy | 7.2 |
| 7 | Almost Family | Comedy-Drama | 6.8 |
