Summer is here, but there are few reasons to stay inside as Netflix’s July offerings are slimmer than normal.
While there are classic comedies a plenty with fare such as Best in Show and Police Academy, and wonderful throwbacks like E.T. and new classic like Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, the streaming service is leaning heavily into foreign TV offerings for the summer season.
So, now is the time to go swimming, meet up with friends or have the BBQ. ‘Cause I promise you, Boat Trip ain’t gonna keep you tied to the couch.
JULY 1
Albion: The Enchanted Stallion (2016)
A girl and her magic horse. Basically, a movie written for and by eleven-year-olds.
Are We There Yet? (2005)
Are We Done Yet? (2007)
While we all enjoy seeing Ice Cube achieve success and want him to enjoy his many houses and cars, let’s take a moment to pay final respects to his street credit, which sputtered a final death rattle as he cashed the check to the 2007 sequel.
Instead of a trailer, here is a link to “Good Day.” Enjoy.
The Astronaut Farmer (2007)
Billy Bob Thornton is an astronaut-turned-farmer who builds a rocket in his garage. Think Explorers meets Field of Dreams, but with Billy Bob.
Best in Show (2000)
Perhaps one of the best comedies of last 25 years to hit theaters, this masterpiece is a one of those gems you can watch a thousand times. A true modern classic from the Christopher Guest bunch.
Boat Trip (2003)
What you watch if you are trapped under a fallen credenza with the remote just inches away from your grasp. A horrible, horrible, horrible movie that should have never been made about straight men who accidentally find themselves on a gay cruise.
Instead of a clip, here Septa Unella from Game of Thrones ushering in the Walk of Shame for all those involved:
Caramel (2007)
Romantic comedy set about the lives of five women who work in a Beirut beauty salon.
Code Name: The Cleaner (2007)
Remember that time they tried to make Cedric the Entertainer an action star? And give him a romantic lead against Lucy Liu? Yeah. That happened.
Dad (1989)
Ted Danson stars in a feel good comedy with Jack Lemmon about an exec that bonds with his pops.
Deep Water (Season 1)
Aussie crime series that is only occasionally is about shark attacks.
Delicatessen (1991)
Jean-Pierre Jeunet brilliant pitch black comedy about a butch who own an apartment building in a post-apocalyptic France and the handyman he hires to “help” run the place.
Disney’s The Mighty Ducks (1992)
The Emilio Estevez starring sports comedy that spawned a Stanley Cup-winning sports club. Eat it, Bad News Bears.
El Barco (Season 1)
“Forty young crew members traveling aboard a training vessel are in for the adventure of a lifetime — especially when a storm leaves them lost at sea.” – Netflix
Emma (1996)
Before Goop, Gwyneth Paltrow earned the love of high-earning coffee-sipping hipsters everywhere by becoming the darling of Miramax in art-house pics like this.
E.T. – The Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
Young and old, child of the ‘80s or child of the ‘00s, this is everyone’s favorite movie. The story of Elliot and his best friend, an alien name E.T. as they learn about life by getting drunk together and hiding from evil adults. The very best of Spielberg.
Free Willy (1993)
Kid and a whale are friend. After E.T., Hollywood was all about unlikely kid friendships. This one was about a boy and his orca. Makes a great double feature with Blackfish.
Here Alone (2017)
Zombie horror pic about a lone survivalist who must learn to get along with others when she meets up with a father and teen team.
Hostages (Season 2)
Israeli drama series about a man who goes to desperate measures to help his wife find a donor.
Jackass: Number Two (2006)
Before he was a respected family man, music producer and film maker (true story), Johnny Knoxville put his penis in a lot of places you probably shouldn’t put your penis. Like a snake cage.
The Land Before Time (1988)
The Land Before Time II: The Great Valley Adventure (1994)
The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving (1995)
The first one was cute. But the rest were just terrible cash grabs with no heart.
Last Night (2010)
Keira Knightley and Sam Worthington are a married couple who somehow are able to find people better looking than themselves to be tempted by and consider an affair. So, this apparently takes place on Earth B.
Liar’s Dice (2016)
“It’s about a young mother, Kamala and her 3-year-old daughter from a tribal community who embarks on a journey leaving their native land in search of her missing husband. Along this journey she encounters an army deserter who realizing the perils of the journey ahead for them, decides to accompany them to their destination.” – Official site
The Longest Yard (2005)
Adam Sandler attempts to take on Burt Reynolds in this shoddy remake of the classic ‘70s prison comedy.
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (2008)
DreamWorks’ toon about escaped zoo animals on the run. In this chapter, Alex the lion finds his parents. Hijinks ensue.
Matchstick Men (2003)
Nicolas Cage is a con man who is about to pull off the biggest heist of his career when his teen daughter unexpectedly shows up.
Mixed Signals (1997)
This movie is so ‘90s is practically comes with a pair of Jncos when you stream it.
Offspring (Season 6)
Aussie drama comedy about a 30-something obstetrician and her friends.
The Originals (Season 4)
“After a daring rescue, the Mikaelsons are reunited, only to find themselves faced with an even bigger threat: the revival of an ancient evil that has strong ties to their most vulnerable family member.” – Official CW site
Out of Thin Air (2017)
“Set within the stark Icelandic landscape, Out of Thin Air examines the 1976 police investigation into the disappearance of two men in the early 1970s.” – Official site
Proof of Life (2000)
Meg Ryan hires Russell Crowe to help negotiate the release of her engineer husband.
Police Academy (1984)
One of the greatest comedies of the ‘80s and why Steve “The Gutt” Guttenberg was a sex symbol for the better part of 20 years. Go ahead and spend the Saturday watching the antics of Carey Mahoney, Larvell Jones and Moses Hightower. It’s worth it.
Punch-Drunk Love (2002)
Probably one of the best movies Adam Sandler made in which he doesn’t rely on voices. Also, the best use of a song from the movie “Popeye” outside of the movie Popeye.
Spawn: The Movie (1997)
At one point, this was quite possibly one of the worse comic book movie ever made. But then Suicide Squad came out and made Spawn hold its drink…
Taking Lives (2004)
Angelina Jolie is a FBI profiler on the trailer of a serial killer in this completely forgettable movie that paid for the removal of Jolie’s final Billy Bob tattoo.
Titanic (1997)
It has been 20 years, and I’m sorry, but I’m still hung up on this: Rose could have totally shared that door with Jack. They could have spooned. Or 69’ed. Or taken turns in the water. Or just been half in/half out and still survived.
Instead of a trailer, here is a clip to the Mythbusters episode where they prove Rose is a greedy bitch.
The Truth Is in the Stars (2017)
Documentary explores Star Trek’s influence on the science community.
Witnesses (Season 2)
French television police drama that will get under your skin.
Zip & Zap and the Marble Gang (2013)
“Zip & Zap, Spain’s most beloved mischief makers, land on the big screen at last in this action-packed escapade, which pits the comic book heroes against the nefarious headmaster of a rural reform school.” – Official site
JULY 3
Diamond Cartel (2017)
Crime heist tale about a couple who rob the wrong man in a diamond deal gone sour in this Hong Kong actioner.
Extraordinary: The Stan Romanek Story (2016)
An indie doc that examines the the world’s most documented extraterrestrial contact story.
JULY 4
The Standups (Season 1; Netflix Original Series)
“Comedy’s freshest voices take the stage in LA for six half-hour specials packed with sly jokes, hilarious anecdotes and awkward confessions.”
JULY 5
iZombie (Season 3)
Liv was once a promising med student on the verge of getting married before a party gone wrong made her go zombie. Now she’s a platinum-haired cutie who spends her days in the morgue, eating the brains of crime victims and solving their murders. Brought to you by the good folks of Veronica Mars.
JULY 6
Speech & Debate (2017)
Adaptation of the Broadway play about a trio of misfit high schoolers who are pissed off at the system and those who run it.
The Void (2016)
Horror pic about a group of small town locals trapped in a hospital as strange, terrifying events begin to occur. A gem of a little horror pic.
Butter (2011)
A comedic look at the competitive world of butter carving.
So. That’s a thing.
JULY 7
Castlevania (Season 1; Netflix Original Series)
“A vampire hunter fights to save a besieged city from an army of otherworldly beasts controlled by Dracula himself. Inspired by the classic video games.”
Dawn of the Croods (Season 4; Netflix Original Series)
“The world’s first family is back for more laughs as they discover sports, sleepovers and other wonders in a world of exotic creatures and adventures.”
Degrassi: Next Class (Season 4; Netflix Original Series)
“Degrassi’s next generation of high-tech newbies and returning students navigates real-world high school drama. If you’re a teen, this is your life.”
Luna Petunia (Season 2; Netflix Original Series)
“With help from her magic toy chest, fun-loving Luna Petunia enters the fantastic land of Amazia, where adventures, friendship and learning await.”
1 Mile to You (Life At These Speeds) (2017)
Teen finds that he can connect to his dead sweetie during his runner’s high moments.
JULY 8
Bad Santa 2 (2016)
Thirteen years after the events of the first pic, Willie Soke returns just as miserable as ever, but now with a new charity to rip off and a somewhat distant family member to keep him going. Sorta.
The Horse Dancer (2017)
Based on the book of the same name about a gymnast who takes to horseback when her Olympic dreams of competing on the mat are dashed.
JULY 9
Lion (2016)
Based on the true story of an Indian man who finds his family after 25 years by using Google maps.
JULY 11
Gabriel Iglesias Presents The Gentleman Jerry Rocha (Netflix Original)
“Dallas-born comedian Jerry Rocha performs an irreverent comedy routine, sending up everything from scary bus trips to his super scary ex.”
JULY 14
Friends From College (Season 1; Netflix Original Series)
“Twenty years after graduation, a tight-knit group of college friends reconnects and discovers that love hasn’t gotten easier with age.”
To the Bone (Netflix Original Movie)
“Ellen, a 20-year-old with anorexia nervosa, goes on a harrowing, sometimes funny journey of self-discovery at a group home run by an unusual doctor.”
Chasing Coral (Netflix Original)
“An ad executive teams up with marine biologists and camera designers to capture evidence of how climate change is destroying breathtaking coral reefs.”
Buddy Thunderstruck: The Maybe Pile (Netflix Original)
“Champion truck-racing dog Buddy and his best friend, ferret mechanic Darnell, paw through the “maybe pile” and test out a bunch of crazy stunts”
JULY 15
Rake (Season 4)
“Last seen dangling from a balloon drifting across Sydney, Cleaver Greene crashes back to earth – literally & metaphorically, through a harbourside window into the unwelcoming embrace of chaos past.” – Official site
JULY 17
A Cowgirl’s Story (2017)
Teen cowgirls struggle at home while their parents are deployed.
Seriously. This movie is so American is was delivered to Netflix by an eagle while a drinking a Coors.
Uncertain Glory (1944)
World War II action pic from Raoul Walsh and starring Errol Flynn and Paul Lukas.
JULY 18
Aditi Mittal: Things They Wouldn’t Let Me Say (Netflix Original)
“One of the first women to perform stand-up comedy in India, Aditi Mittal opens up about life as a woman in her country in this new special.”
Ari Shaffir: Double Negative (Netflix Original Special)
“Comedian and podcaster Ari Shaffir brings his edgy humor to two new original stand-up specials shot live in Austin, Texas.”
Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce (Season 3)
How to survive a divorce in your 40s: Be sassy, have a hairdresser on hand 24/7.
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016)
A wonderful addition to the Star Wars universe, even if it is a multi-million dollar attempt to close a loophole.
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JULY 20
Pretty Little Liars (Season 7B)
A clique ceases to click when their leader goes missing and a blackmailer comes forth in this dark teen drama.
JULY 21
Last Chance U (Season 3; Netflix Original Series)
“In a docuseries set at one of NCAA football’s most fertile recruiting grounds, guys with red flags seek to prove their worth on the field and in class.”
Ozark (Season 1; Netflix Original Series)
“In this dark, dangerous series, a family struggles after moving to an Ozarks resort community when they’re thrust into a world of dirty money.”
The Worst Witch (Season 1; Netflix Original Series)
“After stumbling into a school for witches, a bumbling heroine comes to realize that she just might belong there. Based on Jill Murphy’s beloved books.”
JULY 22
Railroad Tigers (2017)
Jackie Chan action comedy about freedom fighter in the 1940s who attempts to steal back military provisions to help feed the poor. Like Robin Hood, but on a moving train and with better stunt doubles.
JULY 24
Victor (2016)
“Independent feature film is based on the true story of Victor Torres adapted from his inspiring autobiography Son of Evil Street, which tells the story of his experience migrating to Brooklyn as a teenager and falling victim to gangs and heroin, and his remarkable journey of faith and recovery that has lead to a lifetime of helping others in need.”
JULY 25
Joe Mande’s Award-Winning Comedy Special (Netflix Original)
“Stand-up comic Joe Mande aims for critical adulation with this special that covers dating shows, Shark Tank, Jewish summer camp and much more.”
Munroe Island (2015)
“Keshu, a wayward but loving teenager, and his father come to their ancestral home in Munroe Island where the Grandfather lives with Kathu, the maid. Father wants to take Keshu for proper psychological treatment. But Grandfather, who is convinced that his son is fundamentally wrong, doesn’t support the idea.” – Official site
JULY 28
The Incredible Jessica James (Season 1; Netflix Original Series)
“Burned by a bad breakup, a struggling New York City playwright makes an unlikely connection with a divorced app designer she meets on a blind date.”
The Adventures of Puss in Boots (Season 5; Netflix Original Series)
“The world’s greatest feline fighter, lover and milk connoisseur takes on daring adventures in exotic locations in this family-friendly comedy series.”
JULY 31
After The Reality (2016)
Comedy about life after a reality show when a Bachelor-esque bro must deal with family issues
Being Mary Jane (Season 5; Netflix Original Series)
“Ambitious single TV journalist Mary Jane attempts to balance her career with her overbearing family and an increasingly messy love life.”
Check Point (2016)
Starring Kane Hodder, Fred Williamson, William Forsythe and Tyler Mane as vagrants who defend America. You can practically feel the testosterone dripping off of the DVD cover when you see this CVS.
Dark Night (2017)
Six strangers take refuge at a local cineplex when mad man opens fire.
Taking Earth (2016)
Mediocre sci-fier about an alien invasion with above average effects and a Cannes premiere.