3 Best New TV Shows to Stream on Netflix Over 4th of July Weekend

Fourth of July weekend can be a great time to gather with loved ones and enjoy the outdoors, but it's also a chance to catch up on your watchlist. Netflix releases so many shows throughout the year that it's difficult to keep up with them all. (For reference, Netflix is adding 60 movies and shows in July 2026 alone.) Those who have a little extra free time during the holiday weekend can finally dig into some — if they're not watching Netflix's new films instead — but where should they start?

The answer to that depends on each person's preferences and who they're watching with, but there are a few newer series that make ideal weekend viewing. From an eight-episode thriller that will keep you hooked to a live-action take on an animated classic, these are great options for subscribers.

'I Will Find You'

Based on Harlan Coben's novel of the same name, I Will Find You offers yet another thrilling take on the author's work. Starring Sam Worthington and Britt Lower, the eight-episode series follows a man wrongfully imprisoned for killing his own son. When he gets wind that his child might be alive, he sets out to break free and find him. It's a gripping premise, and like so many Harlan Coben adaptations, I Will Find You builds suspense throughout. If you're looking for thrills this Fourth of July weekend, this might be the series for you. And it's just eight episodes long, so those with lots of viewing time can make fast work of it.

'Lord of the Flies' (2026)

An even shorter watch than I Will Find You is Netflix's four-part Lord of the Flies miniseries, which tackles William Golding's classic novel is stunning fashion. For those unfamiliar with the book and its prior adaptations, it follows a group of boys who survive a plane crash and find themselves stranded on an island. The longer they're forced to survive there, the more they embrace their most primal instincts. The 2026 show captures the psychological horror of that well, and it benefits from impressive acting and directing. It's a great choice for anyone looking for a fast binge that offers high-quality storytelling throughout.

'Avatar: The Last Airbender' Season 2

One of Netflix's biggest new releases of summer 2026 is Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2. In its latest batch of episodes, the live-action adaptation takes Team Avatar to the Earth Kingdom to further Aang's mastery of the elements — and bring him one step closer to defeating the Fire Lord. Whether you're caught up or starting with Season 1, Netflix's Avatar: The Last Airbender is an entertaining watch. It's got action, humor, and emotional depth. If you're a fan of the original, you'll just need to overlook all the changes. It's a long watch for a weekend, but it's a Netflix show viewers can at least start this Fourth of July.

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