Larry David Takes on American History in New Sketch Comedy
Larry David is back with a typically cranky take on America's first 250 years in Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness, a new sketch comedy series marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The show features an impressive cast, including Jon Hamm, Kathryn Hahn, and Jerry Seinfeld, with a cold open by former President Barack Obama. David brings his signature Curb Your Enthusiasm style to historical scenarios such as Alexander Graham Bell's first phone call and the horrors of trench warfare.
While the series is undeniably star-studded, its sketch comedy format results in uneven quality. David's capacity for semi-innocent offence remains intact, but as with many sketch shows, the hits are mixed with misses. The series is available now on HBO Max.
Rolf Harris Documentary Exposes Hidden Crimes
Nick Sweeney's two-part documentary Rolf Harris: Primetime Predator examines the chilling similarities between the late children's TV host and Jimmy Savile. Both cultivated harmless public personas while hiding in plain sight, with archive footage revealing how little effort Harris made to conceal his true nature. The documentary features brave testimonies from women who suffered abuse, highlighting the lasting trauma of childhood experiences. It premieres on Prime Video from Monday 29 June.
Elle Woods Prequel Arrives on Prime Video
The Legally Blonde universe expands with a prequel series Elle, starring Lexi Minetree as a young Elle Woods. Set in 1995, Elle's idyllic Bel Air life is disrupted when her family moves to Seattle, where she struggles to fit in at a grunge high school. Despite feeling out of place, Elle's relentless positivity becomes her not-so-secret weapon. The series premieres on Prime Video from Wednesday 1 July.
Worst Neighbor Ever Delivers Bizarre True Tales
From the creators of Worst Ex Ever and Worst Roommate Ever comes Worst Neighbor Ever, a collection of next-door nightmares ranging from harassment to property destruction. The tone fluctuates between lighthearted and horrifying, but the compelling stories make it a must-watch. The series premieres on Netflix from Wednesday 1 July.
Survival of the Thickest Returns for Final Season
Michelle Buteau and Danielle Sanchez-Witzel's body-positive comedy drama Survival of the Thickest returns for its third and final season. The story follows Mavis as she navigates a new creative venture and potential romance, maintaining its core values of respect and inclusivity. The series premieres on Netflix from Thursday 2 July.
Silo Season 2 Explores Origins of Subterranean Dystopia
The claustrophobic sci-fi series Silo returns with a second season, delving into the world before the silo through tantalising glimpses. Alongside this origin story, present-day jeopardy raises the stakes, with characters considering a return to the surface. The cast, including Rebecca Ferguson and Harriet Walter, delivers impressive performances. The series premieres on Apple TV from Friday 3 July.
The Simpsons Spoofs The Talented Mr. Ripley
In the latest episode of The Simpsons, titled Simpsley, the family embarks on a standalone adventure riffing on The Talented Mr. Ripley. Penniless con artist Marge Bouvier is sent to Italy to convince wealthy waster Seymour Skinner to return home, but her plans change when she encounters his layabout guest, Homer Simpsley. The episode airs on Disney+ from Friday 3 July.
