Something to Stream Every Day This Week; Season Premieres of ‘FBI True,’ ‘Santa Clauses,’ ‘Loki’ Finale, More
Disney+ has a big title ending and a big title premiering this week, but what other shows and movies are coming to streaming?
The NBA’s midseason tournament began on Nov. 3, confusing just about every fan who hadn’t dedicated at least half an hour of study to the event in the offseason. But the occasion called for new jerseys and new paint schemes in NBA arenas for fans to champion or deride, and all of it has led to greater notoriety for a league that reportedly wants to triple the value of its next broadcast rights deal.
The group stage of the NBA tournament continues this week, but it’s far from your only option if you want to stream something new and exciting every day. Check below for a list of new titles heading to streaming this week, and plan out your calendar accordingly!
Monday, Nov. 6
‘The Family Chantel’ Season 5 Premiere | Max
Two fan-favorites from “90 Day Fiance” who were so outrageous that they got their own show, Pedro and Chantel are back for a new season of “The Family Chantel.” Fans can watch as the couple weathers the ups and downs of marriage, trying to come together with their feisty extended family members in a unique modern family.
Viewers who can’t get enough of Pedro and Chantel will be saddened to learn that this season of “The Family Chantel” will be the last. That means you’d better get your fill of the family and its shenanigans this season because once they’re gone this time they’re gone for good!
Tuesday, Nov. 7
‘FBI True’ Season 4 Premiere | Paramount++
We’ve seen the wildly successful movies and shows, but what are the real FBI agents thinking when they come face to face with the unimaginable? Can they save a hostage, apprehend a killer, and thwart a terrorist? And who do agents confide in after the dust settles? They unravel their stories to each other — the way real FBI agents talk to one another, with elbows on the bar with the grit left in.
This Paramount+ series takes viewers behind the scenes on some of the FBI’s most chilling real-life cases, including the Golden State Killer, the Boston Marathon bombing, the D.C. sniper attacks, and many more. Audiences will get to hear from real agents who worked on high-profile incidents, learning more about the efforts they go to to save lives and prevent brutal crimes.
Wednesday, Nov. 8
‘The Santa Clauses’ Season 2 | Disney+
The beloved franchise returns! Scott Calvin, after 28 years, reigns true as Santa Claus, leader of the North Pole and Christmas. With his family - Carol, Sandra, and Cal - by his side, and his elves at the reins, Scott Calvin contends with a changing world to keep the spirit of Christmas alive for a new generation.
This is the perfect way for you and your family to settle into the Christmas season. Watch as Scott and his family endure the challenges and tribulations of being Santa, while also witnessing the joy that comes with delivering Christmas magic to millions around the world, no matter what challenges stand in the way!
Thursday, Nov. 9
‘Loki’ Season 2 Finale Disney+
Marvel Studios’ “Loki” Season 2 picks up in the aftermath of the shocking season finale when Loki finds himself in a battle for the soul of the Time Variance Authority. Along with Mobius, Hunter B-15, and a team of new and returning characters, Loki navigates an ever-expanding and increasingly dangerous multiverse in search of Sylvie, Judge Renslayer, Miss Minutes and the truth of what it means to possess free will and glorious purpose.
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After stealing the Tesseract during the events of “Avengers: Endgame,” an alternate version of Loki is brought to the mysterious Time Variance Authority, a bureaucratic organization that exists outside of time and space and monitors the timeline. They give Loki a choice: face being erased from existence due to being a “time variant” or help fix the timeline and stop a greater threat.
For much of Season 2, Loki has been “slipping” through time, unable to stop himself as the universes and people around him “spaghettify.” Now, he thinks he has found the key to controlling time itself, but what has Loki really unlocked, and what cosmic consequences will it have on his newfound friends?
Friday, Nov. 10
‘For All Mankind’ Season 4 Premiere | Apple TV+
What if the Space Race had never ended? What if America’s first moon landing wasn’t the beginning of the end for the space program, but merely the end of the beginning? Would humankind’s aspirations in space lead to a new age of discovery and innovation that takes hold all over the globe, or would selfishness and greed work their way into the exploration of our universe?
This thrilling “what if” take on history from Ronald D. Moore spotlights the high-stakes lives of NASA astronauts and their families. “For All Mankind” shows us the future that could have been, and reveals that an ideal world is much easier to strive for than it is to achieve.
Saturday, Nov. 11
‘Guy's Ranch Kitchen’ Season 7 Premiere | Max
If the hustle and bustle of Flavortown are a bit overwhelming at this time of year, you can slow things down with a visit to “Guy’s Ranch Kitchen.” Each episode of the show features beloved chef Guy Fieri inviting over another of his heavy-hitting cooking friends to prepare a host of dishes based on the theme of that week’s episode.
For the Season 7 premiere of “Guy’s Kitchen Ranch,” the spikey-haired chef will take viewers on a global journey to celebrate Thanksgiving. You may not see many American staples like turkey, stuffing, or sweet potatoes, but you will get a chance to see how other cultures around the world gather to give thanks, and maybe pick up a recipe or two along the way!
Sunday, Nov. 12
‘Beacon 23’ Series Premiere | MGM+
“Beacon 23” takes place in the farthest reaches of the Milky Way and follows Aster (Lena Headey), a government agent, and Halan (Stephan James), a stoic ex-military man, whose fates become entangled after they find themselves trapped together inside one of many Beacons that serve as a lighthouse for intergalactic travelers.
Every Beacon is run by one highly trained human and a specialized Artificial Intelligence. Aster mysteriously finds her way to the lonely Beacon-keeper Halan, and a tense battle of wills unfolds. Halan begins to question whether Aster is a friend or foe, as her ability to disguise her agenda and motives could make her a formidable opponent.