The first full week of June ushers in a diverse slate of new movies and television shows across major streaming platforms, offering something for every viewer. From gripping true crime documentaries and supernatural thrillers to feel-good sports comedies and celebrity-focused reality series, the week of June 2 to June 8, 2025, is packed with fresh content.
Eerie Encounters and Dark Revelations
Steven Soderbergh’s unique ghost story, Presence, makes its highly anticipated streaming debut on Hulu on June 3, 2025. Shot entirely from a first-person perspective, the film plunges viewers into the unsettling experience of a family who moves into a new suburban home and quickly realizes they are not alone. The film’s unconventional narrative approach and suspenseful atmosphere have been praised for offering a fresh take on the haunted house genre.
For those drawn to darker narratives, Max presents the three-part HBO Original documentary series The Mortician, which began streaming on June 1, 2025. This series delves into the shocking true story of the Lamb Funeral Home in Pasadena, California, and its owner, David Sconce, who allegedly exploited the deceased and their families for profit in the 1980s. Featuring interviews with Sconce himself, newly released from prison, and families of the victims, the docuseries aims to shed light on the disturbing practices hidden behind the façade of a trusted family business. New episodes continued to drop on Sundays throughout June.
Drama, Sports, and Star Power
Tyler Perry’s latest directorial effort, the psychological crime drama Straw, arrives on Netflix on June 6, 2025. The film stars Taraji P. Henson as a single mother pushed to her limits as she struggles to provide for her ill daughter, leading her down a dangerous path that involves a bank robbery. The movie quickly garnered attention, debuting at the top of Netflix’s charts in its first weekend with significant viewership.
Fans of sports comedies can look forward to Stick, premiering on Apple TV+ on June 4, 2025. Starring Owen Wilson as a former professional golfer whose career was cut short, the series follows him as he mentors a troubled 17-year-old golf phenom. The show explores themes of found family and redemption within the competitive world of golf. New episodes of the 10-episode season were released weekly on Wednesdays.
Reality Romance and Business Revivals
Reality television enthusiasts can tune into the seventh season of Love Island USA, which premiered on Peacock on June 3, 2025. Hosted by Ariana Madix, the popular dating show transports a new group of singles to a villa in Fiji to find love and a chance at a $100,000 prize. New episodes are airing almost nightly, with a slight exception for Wednesdays, offering ample drama and romance throughout the week.
Also premiering on June 4, 2025, is Power Moves with Shaquille O’Neal on Netflix. This six-episode docuseries offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Shaquille O’Neal’s role as President of Reebok Basketball and his ambitious mission to revive the iconic sportswear brand alongside Vice President Allen Iverson. The series delves into the strategy, setbacks, and triumphs involved in reshaping Reebok’s future and its cultural impact.
Celebrity Journeys and Podcast Tours
Kristin Cavallari returns to the reality TV landscape with her new docuseries, Honestly Cavallari: The Headline Tour, which premiered on E! and became available for streaming on Peacock on June 4, 2025. The series follows Cavallari as she embarks on her first podcast tour for “Let’s Be Honest,” featuring candid conversations with celebrity friends, notable figures from her past, and explorations of local hot spots in each city visited. This marks a homecoming for Cavallari to E!, where she previously starred in “Very Cavallari”.
This week’s streaming news highlights a robust schedule of new movies and tv shows, ensuring that viewers have a wide array of choices to kick off their summer viewing. The trending content spans genres and platforms, reflecting the dynamic nature of today’s entertainment landscape.
