Childish Gambino, Daisy Ridley, Natalie Portman, Gladiators & Kristen Stewart

Natalie Portman stars in her first TV series, “Lady in the Lake,” for Apple TV+, and Roland Emmerich introduces his gladiator series “Those About to Die.” These are just a couple of the exciting new television, films, music, and games coming soon to a device near you.

Entertainment journalists from The Associated Press have highlighted some notable upcoming releases for your viewing, listening, and playing pleasure. Among them are the return of Kerry Washington’s comedy “UnPrisoned” for a second season, Daisy Ridley’s portrayal of deep-sea swimmer Trudy Ederle in “Young Woman and the Sea,” and Donald Glover’s final album under the Childish Gambino name.

On Netflix, adrenaline junkies will want to check out “Skywalkers: A Love Story,” a documentary by Jeff Zimbalist. It dives into the world of rooftoppers, featuring Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus scaling the world’s tallest buildings. This cinematic spectacle combines elements of a heist film and relationship drama, promising a thrilling experience with stunning Go-Pro footage. It begins streaming on Friday, July 19.

Daisy Ridley stars in “Young Woman and the Sea” on Disney+, chronicling the life of trailblazing swimmer Trudy Ederle. This inspiring sports drama takes viewers from Ederle’s childhood to her 1926 achievement of becoming the first woman to swim the English Channel. The film, produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, will be available to stream starting Friday, July 19.

MAX will offer several new selections, including “Love Lies Bleeding” and “The Commandant’s Shadow.” Premiering on Friday, July 19, “Love Lies Bleeding” stars Kristen Stewart in a gripping performance as a gym manager entangled in a tumultuous romance with a drifter bodybuilder. “The Commandant’s Shadow,” available Thursday, delves into the life of the son of Nazi commandant Rudolf Höss as he confronts his family’s dark past.

Prime Video brings the sequel “My Spy: The Eternal City,” where Dave Bautista’s CIA agent JJ accompanies Sophie (Chloe Coleman) on a school trip to Italy. Their adventure takes a dangerous turn as they get embroiled in a terrorist plot. The movie starts streaming Thursday and stars Kristen Schaal, Ken Jeong, Anna Faris, and Craig Robinson.

In the music world, JT of City Girls will release her first solo mixtape, “City Cinderella,” on Friday, July 19. The 19-track mixtape features the lead single “Okay,” a collaboration with Jeezy. Donald Glover, known as Childish Gambino, will drop his final album under the moniker, titled “Bardo Stone & the New World.” This album, which also serves as the soundtrack to his upcoming film, features the anthemic lead track “Lithonia.”

BTS members continue their solo projects while serving in South Korea’s military, with Jimin releasing his second solo album “Muse.” The album embraces pop melodies with catchy tracks like “Smeraldo Garden Marching Band.”

LA rapper and singer BLXST debuts with “I’ll Always Come Find You,” a concept album about a protagonist named Birdie. This album features collaborations with artists like 2 Chainz, Amanda Reifer, and Becky G. Also releasing on Friday, July 19, is BLK ODYSSY’s eclectic album “1-800 FANTASY,” which spans genres like R&B, hip-hop, and jazz.

Kerry Washington’s comedy “UnPrisoned” returns to Hulu for a second season. She stars as Paige, a single mom and therapist dealing with personal issues while her father, played by Delroy Lindo, moves in after being released from prison. The series reflects creator Terry McMillan’s own experiences.

Roland Emmerich ventures into television with “Those About to Die,” a gladiator series set in ancient Rome. The show, available Thursday on Peacock, features a stellar cast including Anthony Hopkins and Iwan Rheon, focusing on the Flavian era.

Netflix’s “Cobra Kai” kicks off the first part of its sixth and final season on Thursday, continuing the story of Daniel LaRusso and Johnny Lawrence from “The Karate Kid.” The series brings back beloved characters and introduces new twists in their journey as karate senseis.

Natalie Portman’s “Lady in the Lake,” based on a book by Laura Lippman, debuts on Apple TV+ on Friday, July 19. Set in 1960s Baltimore, the story follows a housewife turned investigative journalist, portrayed by Portman, as she delves into local murders.

For gaming enthusiasts, “EA Sports College Football 25” marks the return of college football to consoles after more than a decade. Players can enjoy building a team, fighting for the Heisman Trophy, and representing one of 134 schools. The game launches Friday, July 19, on PlayStation 5 and Xbox X/S.

Capcom’s “Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess” is a unique blend of real-time strategy and tower defense genres. Set on a mystical mountain under attack from evil forces, players rescue possessed villagers by day and protect a mystical maiden by night. The game is available starting Friday, July 19, on PlayStation 5/4, Xbox X/S/One, and PC.

Source: The Associated Press