What to Watch on Netflix this July: From Lena Dunham’s Too Much to The Sandman Season 2 Hero Image

Just because the sun’s out doesn’t mean Sky is slowing down in making sure you have everything you need from TV at your fingertips – including free Netflix.

Whatever your normal deal is, access to Netflix shows come at no extra cost if you have a TV and Broadband package.

So if you want to escape the heat and have a chilled-out evening on the sofa, there’s more reasons than ever to do so.

All you have to do is link your Netflix and Sky accounts, and you’re away.

Here’s how to do that, and what you can watch once you have.

How do I connect my Netflix and Sky accounts?

You can find out more about the packages - which start at just £26 - by clicking here.

If you’ve already got Netflix, you can connect your two accounts together to save yourself some money.

You can find out how to activate your Netflix account to your Sky Stream account here.

What’s on Netflix this July?

Trainwreck: The Cult of American Apparel

Release Date: July 1

A new instalment of the Trainwreck series (which continues throughout the month) The Cult of American Apparel delves into the rise and fall of the distinctive fashion brand.

Once known for its colourful style and stand-out ads, American Apparel was the go-to store for teenagers all over the US – with staff members excited to work under CEO Dov Charney.

But as Charney’s management style begins to grate and effect finances, a more sinister side of the company emerges when the CEO is accused of sexual harassment by female employees.

Attack on London: Hunting the 7/7 Bombers

Release Date: July 1

On the 20th anniversary of one of the most devastating terrorist attacks on London, Attack on London: Hunting the 7/7 Bombers tracks what happened on July 7, 2005, and the aftermath, as investigators try to track down those responsible.

Speaking to victims, first responders, journalists and more, the series also follows what happened when the pressure resulted in weeks of panic and paranoia – with the death of an innocent man at the hands of police raising awareness of an even bigger issue within our justice system and police. All of this serves to ask: How and why did this happen?

The Old Guard 2

Release Date: July 2

Charlize Theron is back in this action-packed sequel to the 2020 original. Andy (Theron) and her team of immortal warriors are still on a mission to protect the world after the first film’s events, though with Andy now mortal, a mysterious threat emerges that could devastate her and jeopardise thousands of years of hard work.

Chiwetel Ejiofor, Henry Golding, Uma Thurman and KiKi Layne also star.

The Sandman Season 2 (Final Season)

Release Date: July 2

After reuniting with his family, Dream (Tom Sturridge) is forced to face his past in both the mortal and immortal realm to seek forgiveness and absolution.

But with gods and monsters to deal with, his path will be far from easy, and he may need to make the ultimate sacrifice in order to truly be redeemed.

All The Sharks

Release Date: July 4

In this brand new competition series, four teams of shark experts head on the ultimate adventure in a race to find these mysterious creatures of the deep – with the aim of winning a $50,000 prize for a marine charity.

Travelling from Caribbean waters to the Pacific Ocean, the part documentary, part series will give you one of the best insights into these beloved creatures, as well as their importance to our planet.

Too Much

Release Date: July 10

From the mind of Girls creator Lena Dunham comes new romantic comedy, Too Much, starring Hacks favourite Megan Stalter. A New York workaholic in her mid-thirties, Jessica’s life feels at a standstill, especially after her relationship breaks down. Deciding to move to London to start a new life “like a Bronte sister”, Jessica’s life takes a turn when she meets Felix (The White Lotus’s Will Sharpe) who, despite being a walking red flag, she finds herself bonding with.

Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 3

Release Date: July 12

In Netflix’s latest live boxing event, Ireland champion Katie Taylor faces US seven-division champion Amanda Serrano in the first-ever all-women’s boxing card in Madison Square Garden history. Streaming live from New York from 12.30am, this unmissable event will see female boxers elevated like never before.

Trainwreck: Balloon Boy

Release Date: July 15

In the latest instalment of the Trainwreck documentary series, Balloon Boy follows a Colorado family as their bizarre story spirals out of control.

In October 2009, Fort Collins police are alerted by a family who tell them their six-year-old son has flown off in a homemade flying saucer. Soon, a news helicopter spots the flying vessel, sparking a media frenzy in the hope for the boy’s safe return.

With the local news story sparking international interest – with the National Guard and Homeland Security both called upon to save the youngster – things take a turn when the balloon lands but there’s no one inside.

Happy Gilmore 2

Release Date: July 25

Adam Sandler’s beloved golfer is back for a new story filled with A-list celebrity cameos and misadventures.

Picking up 30 years after the initial movie, Happy – now a retired dad-of-five – decides to return to his beloved sport in order to help pay for his daughter Vienna’s ballet school.

Expect appearances from stars including Post Malone, Eminem, Travis Kelce, Reggie Bush, Haley Joel Osment, Margaret Qualley and more.

Leanne

Release Date: July 31

A brand new sitcom, Leanne follows the titular character whose life is upended when her husband of 33 years leaves her for another woman.

A grandmother, in menopause and out of the dating game for decades, Leanne now has to rely on her friends and family as she navigates this next phase of her life.