What To Watch This Weekend (May 16-18)
The weekend is here, and it’s time to settle in with something worth your attention. Whether you’re after laughs, thrills, drama, or a bit of everything, there’s plenty out there to match your mood. From new releases to hidden gems, we’ve rounded up a few picks that are worth watching this weekend. Let’s get into it.
1. “Duster” (watch on Max)
Set in the gritty, high-octane world of 1970s America, “Duster” brings together crime, chaos, and sharp social commentary. At its core is a groundbreaking lead: the first Black female FBI agent, played by Rachel Hilson, navigating a male-dominated system while trying to take down a powerful crime syndicate. Josh Holloway co-stars as a getaway driver with charm and edge, forming an unlikely but electric partnership with Hilson’s character. The show blends action, tension, and moments of dry humor, all wrapped in a visually striking retro style. With J.J. Abrams and LaToya Morgan behind the wheel, “Duster” is more than just a stylish thriller—it’s a bold, timely story with something to say.
2. “Overcompensating” (watch on Prime Video)
For something a little more personal and emotionally layered, “Overcompensating” offers a fresh take on identity and belonging. Created by and starring Benito Skinner, the series follows Benny, a closeted former high school football player struggling to find his place in a new college environment. His unexpected friendship with a campus outsider becomes both a shield and a mirror, forcing him to confront the parts of himself he’s worked hard to hide. While the show delivers its share of sharp, often absurd humor, it also digs into vulnerability, masculinity, and the fear of being truly seen. It’s a comedy-drama with bite and heart—perfect for viewers who like their laughs served with a side of introspection.
3. “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” (watch on Hulu)
If you’re in the mood for real-life drama with a side of influencer chaos, “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” is back for a second season—and it’s more explosive than ever. This unscripted series follows a group of Mormon women from Utah whose glamorous, faith-filled lives have turned them into social media sensations. Season 2 brings new faces, deeper secrets, and plenty of tension as friendships fracture, image control slips, and #MomTok goes off the rails. With everything from swinging scandals to quiet crises of faith, it’s a raw, fast-moving look at what happens when religious tradition meets viral fame. Produced by the team behind Bling Empire, this show blends glossy reality-TV aesthetics with surprisingly sharp cultural commentary. Whether you’re watching for the drama or the dirty soda, this one’s hard to quit.
4. “The Chi” (watch on Showtime/ Paramount+)
Back for its seventh season, “The Chi” returns with even more heart, heat, and high stakes. Lena Waithe’s acclaimed drama continues to capture the soul of Chicago’s South Side, offering a layered look at community, power, and survival. This season shines a spotlight on the women of “The Chi”, with shifting alliances and new rivalries setting the stage for a fierce battle over legacy and leadership. With strong performances from a stellar ensemble cast and the kind of storytelling that blends cultural truth with emotional depth, it’s no wonder the series just delivered its most-watched season yet. Whether you’ve been watching from the beginning or need a reason to jump in, now’s the time. “The Chi” isn’t just back—it’s leveling up.
5. “Murderbot” (watch on Apple TV+)
If you’re craving something smart, strange, and refreshingly original, “Murderbot” on Apple TV+ should shoot to the top of your list. Based on the beloved Murderbot Diaries books, the series follows a part-robot security unit (played with deadpan brilliance by Alexander Skarsgård) who’d rather binge soap operas than save humans—but keeps doing both anyway. With ten short episodes and a tone that mixes dry humor, sci-fi thrills, and surprisingly heartfelt introspection, this is one of the quirkiest gems of the season. Think “The Office” meets “Black Mirror”, if the office was a corporate dystopia in space. It’s funny, philosophical, and unexpectedly relatable—especially if you’ve ever just wanted to be left alone with your shows. Trust us: “Murderbot” may be emotionally reserved, but the fan love is going to be loud.
6. “Final Destination Bloodlines” (watch in theaters)
After more than a decade away, the “Final Destination” franchise returns with “Bloodlines”—a fresh, terrifying chapter that honors its legacy while raising the stakes. Known for its inventive, nerve-wracking death scenes and the chilling concept of fate’s unstoppable grip, this sixth installment adds emotional weight with a story centered on a family haunted by a past brush with death. Longtime fans will be especially moved by Tony Todd’s final appearance as the iconic William Bludworth, a fitting tribute to the late horror legend. With a new cast, sharp direction, and all the suspenseful, gruesome twists the series is famous for, “Bloodlines” manages to feel both familiar and unsettlingly new. It’s a must-see for horror lovers—and a reminder that in this universe, no one escapes death’s design. Catch it in theaters starting May 16.
7. “Hurry Up Tomorrow” (watch in theaters)
If you’re in the mood for something visually daring and sonically immersive, “Hurry Up Tomorrow” offers a genre-bending experience unlike anything else this weekend. Directed by Trey Edward Shults and co-created with Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye, this musical psychological thriller blurs the line between film and album, following an insomniac musician unraveling at the edge of fame and reality. Tesfaye plays a fictionalized version of himself, drawn into a surreal, existential journey by a mysterious stranger—played with eerie charisma by Barry Keoghan. Jenna Ortega rounds out the cast, adding emotional gravity to a story that’s as much about inner turmoil as it is about artistic obsession. With striking visuals, a haunting soundtrack, and a mood that lingers long after the credits, “Hurry Up Tomorrow” is more than a film—it’s a hypnotic descent into the mind of a man losing control. It’s intense, stylish, and tailor-made for late-night viewing.
Whether you’re in the mood for pulse-pounding thrills, raw emotional journeys, or something delightfully offbeat, this weekend’s lineup offers plenty to get lost in. From gripping sci-fi and supernatural horror to reality drama and surreal musical odysseys, there’s truly something for every kind of viewer. These stories aren’t just entertaining—they challenge, surprise, and stay with you long after the credits roll. So clear your queue, grab your snacks, and settle in. Weekend watching doesn’t get much better than this.
