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The 10 Best Things To Stream This Weekend, From A Riveting New Netflix Drama To A Moviepass Documentary

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Check out the new Netflix show "Eric."
"Mayor of Kingstown" and "We Are Lady Parts" have both returned for new seasons.
You can also watch the documentary "MoviePass, MovieCrash," inspired by BI's reporting.

There's a great blend of scripted and unscripted content to watch this weekend.

Over on the scripted side, the drama "Eric," starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Gaby Hoffmann, is now streaming, as is the new season of Jeremy Renner's thriller "Mayor of Kingstown." If you're looking for something more comedic, "We Are Lady Parts" is also back for season two.

Craving a new documentary or docuseries to dive into? There's "MoviePass, MovieCrash" about the rise and dramatic fall of the movie-ticketing subscription startup.

Here's a complete rundown of all the best movies, shows, and documentaries to stream this weekend, broken down by what kind of entertainment you're looking for.

'Eric' is Netflix's latest drama seriesBenedict Cumberbatch in "Eric."

Netflix

Benedict Cumberbatch stars as Vincent Anderson, a troubled puppeteer with a splintering marriage. He's pushed past his breaking point when his 9-year-old son Edgar disappears.

Set in 1980s New York City, the six-episode miniseries follows Vincent, whose fragile mental health leads him to begin imagining a 7-foot-tall furry blue puppet named Eric. Vincent is convinced the puppet can bring Edgar home.

The surreal premise is grounded in harsh reality and features powerhouse performances.

Streaming on: Netflix

'MoviePass, MovieCrash' tells the wild true story of a beloved startup's downfallMoviePass was a beloved but ill-fated startup.

HBO Documentary Films

The new HBO documentary tracks the origin, rise, and spectacular fall of MoviePass, an innovative movie-ticketing subscription service that was beloved by filmgoers before its implosion. Bonus: It's based on award-winning reporting by BI's very own Jason Guerrasio.

Streaming on: Max

For another fantastical true story, stream 'Ren Faire'"Ren Faire" is airing on Max in multiple parts.

Courtesy of HBO

It's like "Game of Thrones" meets "Succession"… but at a Renaissance festival in Texas.

"Ren Faire," a three-episode docuseries, follows a struggle for power among the employees at the Texas Renaissance Festival after its longtime boss, 86-year-old George Coulam (aka "King George"), announces his intention to retire.

The first episode is out on Sunday.

Streaming on: Max

Looking for a docuseries? Watch 'Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult'7M members.

Courtesy of Netflix

Fans of cult docs like "Escaping Twin Flames" will want to check out this new three-part docuseries about popular TikTok dancers who join up with 7M Films, a management company owned by Robert Shinn, and its associated church.

Featured in the doc are former members along with the relatives of current and former members, most prominently the family of TikToker Miranda Wilking.

Streaming on: Netflix

True crime fans can also watch a new docuseries about Nicole Brown SimpsonO.J. Simpson, Nicole Brown Simpson, Jason Simpson, Sydney Brooke Simpson, and Justin Simpson in 1994.

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Lifetime's two-part event, "The Life and Murder of Nicole Brown Simpson," is airing in honor of the 30th anniversary of her death.

The doc puts the spotlight on the victim of one of the most notorious crimes and the first major televised trial. It features home video footage and interviews from dozens of participants, including Brown Simpson's family and friends.

Streaming on: Hulu Live TV

Comedy fans should check out the new season of 'We Are Lady Parts' The stars of "We Are Lady Parts."

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The British sitcom, about an all-female Muslim punk rock band called Lady Parts, returns for its second season this week.

Streaming on: Peacock

If you want a thriller, check out the new season of 'Mayor of Kingstown'

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From "Yellowstone" creator Taylor Sheridan, "Mayor of Kingstown" follows the McLusky family in Kingstown, Michigan, a prison town plagued by gang warfare. Jeremy Renner leads as crime boss Mike McLusky.

Streaming on: Paramount+

The 'Hacks' season finale airs this week

Jake Giles Netter/Max

The ninth and final episode of the Max comedy's third season airs on Thursday. See how things shake out for Jean Smart's Deborah Vance and Hannah Einbender's Ava after a rollercoaster of a season for the once washed-up comedian.

Streaming on: Max

So does the finale of 'Under the Bridge'Viritka Gupta as Reena Virk in "Under the Bridge."

Hulu

The crime drama, based on the real murder of Reena Virk that stars Lily Gladstone and Riley Keough, airs its final episode this week.

Streaming on: Hulu

Horror fans can now stream 'The First Omen' at homeNell Tiger Free as Margaret in "The First Omen."

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It's that other nun horror movie that came out this year that's not Sydney Sweeney's "Immaculate."

Part of the long-running franchise that kicked off with "The Omen" in 1976, the latest prequel was surprisingly well received by audiences and critics, currently sitting at 81% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Streaming on: Hulu

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