As summer officially kicks off, June 2025 is set to ignite the streaming landscape with an avalanche of new content, promising something for every viewer. From the highly anticipated returns of award-winning series to fresh cinematic universes and a treasure trove of catalog classics, the month ahead is shaping up to be a must-watch period for television and movie enthusiasts across Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, Max, Apple TV+, and more.
The Return of Fan Favorites: “The Bear” and “Squid Game” Ascend
Among the most buzzed-about releases is the return of FX’s critically acclaimed dramedy, “The Bear” for its fourth season, premiering on Hulu on June 25. Fans can expect all 10 episodes to drop at once, diving back into the high-stakes culinary world of Carmy Berzatto and his restaurant staff. The series has solidified its status as a cultural phenomenon, praised for its authentic portrayal of kitchen chaos and profound character development.
Meanwhile, Netflix is gearing up for the highly anticipated third and final season of its global sensation, “Squid Game.” Set to launch on June 27, this season promises to continue the gripping narrative of Gi-hun as he navigates the deadly competition with even higher stakes. All six episodes will be available for a weekend binge, concluding the dystopian thriller’s compelling run.
Fresh Faces and Expanding Universes: “Ironheart” and “Smoke” Arrive
Marvel fans have much to celebrate with the premiere of “Ironheart” on Disney+ on June 24. Starring Dominique Thorne as Riri Williams, the six-episode series picks up after her MCU debut in “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.” The show explores Riri’s journey as a brilliant inventor who creates an armor rivaling Iron Man’s, facing new challenges that pit technology against magic. The series is also noted as the conclusion of Phase Five of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Apple TV+ introduces “Smoke,” a new crime drama premiering on June 27, reuniting Taron Egerton with the creative team behind “Black Bird”. Inspired by the true-crime podcast “Firebug,” the series follows an arson investigator who teams up with a detective to pursue a pair of serial arsonists in the Pacific Northwest. The show quickly climbed the streaming charts, becoming Apple TV+’s number one new TV series worldwide shortly after its premiere.
Fans of the Predator franchise can explore a new dimension with “Predator: Killer of Killers” on Hulu starting June 6. This original animated film, directed by Dan Trachtenberg, presents an anthology of three distinct stories featuring skilled warriors from different historical eras facing off against the formidable alien hunter.
Platform Spotlights and Catalog Delights
Beyond these headline releases, June 2025 offers a rich tapestry of content across all major streaming services.
Apple TV+ also welcomes the sports comedy “Stick” on June 4, starring Owen Wilson, the thriller “Echo Valley” on June 13 featuring Julianne Moore and Sydney Sweeney, and the return of the period drama “The Buccaneers” for its second season on June 18.
Peacock continues its detective series “Poker Face” with new episodes of season two, alongside the premiere of “Love Island USA” season seven on June 3 and the finale of “Law & Order: Organized Crime” season five on June 12. The streamer also adds true crime docuseries “The Gilgo Beach Killer: House of Secrets” on June 10.
Paramount+ beefs up its library with animated favorites like “SpongeBob SquarePants” season 14 (June 4) and “The Patrick Star Show” season 3 (June 25). Additionally, the platform is set to add a significant number of classic films in June, including the “Indiana Jones” franchise, the “Godfather” trilogy, “Pulp Fiction,” and “12 Years a Slave”.
Netflix subscribers can also look forward to the return of “Ginny & Georgia” for its third season on June 5 and “FUBAR” for its second season on June 12.
The streaming news for June 2025 underscores a dynamic market, where established franchises and critically acclaimed new series compete for audience attention, ensuring that this summer kicks off with an abundance of trending tv and movies to watch.
