This week’s entertainment picks include a landmark Live Aid documentary on BBC Two, a chilling new anime on Netflix, and the cinematic return of Superman. Plus, album releases from Nilüfer Yanya and Amy Macdonald, and live performances by Kylie Minogue and Deftones across Europe.
UK Television Highlights
This week’s British terrestrial TV schedule offers a reflective look at musical history, environmental storytelling, and taut psychological drama.
On Monday 7 July, BBC Two presents Live Aid at 40: When Rock’n’Roll Took on the World, a powerful retrospective exploring the impact of the 1985 charity concert. Featuring interviews with Bob Geldof, Bono, Phil Collins, George Bush, and Tony Blair, this documentary revisits the global scale and long-term legacy of one of the most iconic events in music and activism.
Also airing on Monday, Channel 4 debuts Jimmy Doherty’s Big Bear Rescue at 20:00. The programme follows the popular presenter as he attempts to relocate polar bears to the UK in an effort to provide them with safer habitats, combining heartfelt animal care with environmental urgency.
Over on Channel 5 at 21:00, Vicky McClure stars in Insomnia, a one-off psychological thriller that explores the blurred boundaries between reality and perception. With strong lead performances and tight direction, it promises a gripping evening of drama.
Streaming Highlights
Among the platforms, Netflix delivers a standout with The Summer Hikaru Died, which premiered on 5 July with new episodes every Saturday. This atmospheric anime blends small-town melancholy with unsettling supernatural elements and has been praised for its compelling tone and character-driven mystery.
Also new on Netflix is The Old Guard 2, released on 2 July, marking the return of Charlize Theron’s immortal warrior in a sequel that balances high-octane action with themes of loyalty and sacrifice. And on 10 July, Netflix introduces Too Much, a London-based romantic comedy drama starring Megan Stalter, which has begun attracting favourable reviews for its fresh perspective and modern storytelling.
On Apple TV+, Foundation returns with season three, continuing its high-concept adaptation of Isaac Asimov’s spacefaring saga. With complex plotting and high production values, it’s essential viewing for science fiction fans.
Amazon Prime Video brings back the summer romance of The Summer I Turned Pretty, now in its third season. Known for its emotional arcs and seasonal nostalgia, the series maintains a strong following among young adult viewers.
Pick of the Week
The Summer Hikaru Died on Netflix is our Pick of the Week. With a masterfully eerie tone and a haunting narrative that gradually reveals deeper layers of cosmic dread, this anime distinguishes itself as the most compelling watch of the week. Beautifully animated and atmospherically rich, it is a series best experienced with the lights off and volume up.
Spanish Television
While Spanish terrestrial television is quieter this week in terms of premieres, Antena 3 continues to draw viewers with Las Crónicas del Verano, a seasonal drama set against sun-drenched backdrops that’s typical of prime-time summer programming.
Elsewhere, Netflix’s Spanish catalogue is led by Indomable, a tense psychological thriller starring Eric Bana, set in Yosemite National Park. Though primarily a streaming release from 17 July, its marketing presence may cross over onto television bulletins during the week.
Cinema Releases
United Kingdom
Cinemas across the UK are preparing for the arrival of Superman on Thursday 11 July, a much-anticipated reboot directed by James Gunn and starring David Corenswet as Clark Kent. With early buzz surrounding its tone and cast, this release marks a new chapter for the DC cinematic universe.
Horror fans can look forward to I Know What You Did Last Summer, set for release on 18 July, reviving the late-’90s slasher franchise with a modern edge. Another notable blockbuster, Jurassic World: Rebirth, continues to dominate listings with its return to the dinosaur-filled chaos that fans know and love.
Spain
Spanish cinemas mirror the UK schedule this week, with Superman launching on 11 July, followed by I Know What You Did Last Summer the following week. Both films are expected to lead the box office and feature prominently in national multiplex chains.
Music and Concerts
The week beginning 11 July brings several notable album releases. Nilüfer Yanya drops Dancing Shoes, a genre-blending follow-up that promises guitar-led hooks and emotional vulnerability. Amy Macdonald returns with Is This What You’ve Been Waiting For?, expected to please fans of heartfelt folk-pop. For hip-hop enthusiasts, Boldy James and Nicholas Craven offer Late to My Own Funeral, blending storytelling with raw production.
In terms of live music, Kylie Minogue headlines Bilbao BBK Live from 10 to 12 July, before continuing her tour at Santalucía Sevilla Fest on 14 July and then on to Lisbon. Her European run is drawing large international audiences.
Meanwhile, alt-metal icons Deftones may be teasing a new album, Private Music, expected around 10 July, following hints dropped during their recent show at London’s Crystal Palace Park. Further UK or European dates may yet follow.
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