What to watch this week: 'The Sandman' and other new streaming TV
Netflix's comic book adaption "The Sandman" and a ton of shark-related TV are ready to take a bite out of your streaming schedule this week, June 30-July 6, 2025. What better way to ring in the 4th of July holiday than with a new shark reality show to sink your teeth into?
In addition to these shows that we think are worth your notice, we've listed every new TV series and special that will stream this weekend across the major platforms to help you as you browse through endless streaming options on Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, Max and more. Maybe you'll find your new obsession. Maybe you'll find something worth turning on in the background while you barbecue on the 4th.
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