Weekend Streaming Alert: New Movies and Shows to Watch Now

URGENT UPDATE: As a cold snap blankets Boston and beyond this weekend, now is the perfect time to cozy up with the latest streaming releases. Several exciting new movies and TV shows are hitting platforms just in time for your viewing pleasure.

Starting today, January 20, 2023, fans can stream the much-anticipated biopic “Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere” on Disney+ and Hulu. Starring Jeremy Allen White, known for his role in “The Bear,” this film dives into the life of the legendary musician Bruce Springsteen. Despite receiving only two stars from Globe critic Odie Henderson, he hailed White’s performance, noting, “while he doesn’t try to imitate that iconic rasp, he sounds good and sweats up a storm even better.”

If biopics are your thing, don’t miss “The Smashing Machine,” also premiering today on HBO Max. Directed by Benny Safdie, this film features Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson as mixed martial artist Mark Kerr, exploring his journey through the sport and his struggles with addiction. Joining Johnson is Emily Blunt, adding star power to this compelling drama.

For nature enthusiasts, the new six-part docuseries “Kingdom” launches tonight at 8 p.m. EST on AMC+ and BBC America. Narrated by the iconic Sir David Attenborough, this series captures the majestic wildlife of Zambia, featuring lions, leopards, and more. New episodes will air every Saturday, making it a weekly treat for animal lovers.

In a nostalgic turn, all seven seasons of the beloved Boston-set police procedural “Rizzoli & Isles” are now available on Netflix and Pluto TV. Based on Tess Gerritsen‘s novels, the series follows detective Jane Rizzoli and medical examiner Dr. Maura Isles as they solve gruesome crimes in their charming Boston backdrop.

Last but not least, check out the intriguing documentary “Secret Mall Apartment,” available starting today on Netflix. This fascinating film reveals the true story of a group of artists who maintained hidden living quarters within the Providence Place Mall during the early 2000s. Directed by Jeremy Workman and executive produced by Jesse Eisenberg, it offers a unique glimpse into urban creativity and resilience.

With temperatures dropping and winter weather setting in, these new releases provide the perfect excuse to grab your favorite snacks and settle in for an entertaining weekend. Don’t miss out on these exciting titles that are making their debut now!

Stay tuned for more updates on your favorite streaming content and enjoy your weekend viewing!