With new dramas, sequels, thrillers, and comedies, Netflix’s July 2025 slate aims to deliver something for every viewer.
July 2025 is shaping up to be one of Netflix’s most diverse and daring months yet. Stretching across genres and continents, this month’s Originals lineup spotlights everything from long-awaited sequels to spine-tingling thrillers and heartwarming sitcoms. Here’s a curated look at ten of the most anticipated Netflix Originals arriving this July.
1. The Old Guard 2 (July 2)
Charlize Theron returns in the high-octane sequel to the 2020 hit. Directed by Victoria Mahoney and written by Greg Rucka (adapting his comic series), the film picks up as Andy navigates her new mortality—until a global threat forces the immortal warriors out of hiding. New cast members include Uma Thurman and Henry Golding.
2. The Sandman: Final Season (Vol. 1 – July 3, Vol. 2 – July 24)
Neil Gaiman’s beloved graphic novel series concludes in two chapters. Dream faces the consequences of his past as the realms of Hell, humanity, and myth converge. Tom Sturridge leads a stellar ensemble in what promises to be a grand farewell to the DC epic.
3. Brick (July 10)
In this German sci-fi thriller, a couple awakens to find their apartment—and an entire building—sealed off. As panic escalates, survival hinges on fragile trust between neighbors. Directed by Philip Koch, Brick explores claustrophobia, paranoia, and human connection.
4. Too Much (July 10)
From Lena Dunham and Luis Felber comes a transatlantic romantic comedy starring Megan Stalter and Will Sharpe. After a breakup derails her life in New York, Jessica escapes to London, where she unexpectedly falls for a charming stranger.
5. Untamed (July 17)
Eric Bana stars as a park service agent caught in a murder investigation deep within Yosemite. A taut crime drama co-starring Sam Neill and Rosemarie DeWitt, this series examines nature’s calm—and its undercurrents of violence.
6. Superstar (July 18)
This Spanish docudrama revisits the rise—and reinvention—of early-2000s pop icon Tamara, who transformed into the sensational Yurena. Led by Ingrid García-Jonsson, the series blends nostalgia with cultural commentary.
7. The Hunting Wives (July 21)
East Texas glitz turns sinister in this adaptation of May Cobb’s bestselling thriller. Malin Akerman and Brittany Snow lead as women whose friendship unravels into obsession and betrayal.
8. A Normal Woman (July 24)
Directed by Lucky Kuswandi, this Indonesian psychological thriller tells the story of a woman tormented by the fear that her body is rebelling against her. Marissa Anita delivers a haunting performance in this quiet yet chilling descent into paranoia.
9. Happy Gilmore 2 (July 25)
Adam Sandler returns nearly 30 years later as Happy Gilmore in this heartfelt sports comedy sequel. Now a father, Happy picks up his clubs again to help fund his daughter’s dream of becoming a ballerina. Expect slapstick, heart, and family-first nostalgia.
10. Leanne (July 31)
Based on her own stand-up, Leanne Morgan stars as a southern grandmother finding new footing after her husband walks out. This Chuck Lorre–produced sitcom blends down-home humor with emotional grit and intergenerational charm.
Closing Thoughts
Whether you’re drawn to myth and magic, emotional resonance, or fast-paced laughs, Netflix’s July offerings provide a summer binge worth bookmarking. With international entries and fresh takes on familiar stories, the streaming giant continues to shape global entertainment—one Original at a time.