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Looking for your next binge-worthy series or must-watch movie night pick? That Love Podcast has you covered. From swoon-worthy romances on Netflix to intense dramas on Hulu, hilarious comedies on Peacock, and magical stories on Disney+, we round up the very best of what’s streaming across Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Max, Hulu, Peacock, Disney+, and Paramount+.
🎥 Plus, we’ll fill you in on what’s fresh in theaters, what’s premiering on TV this week, and what beloved shows and films are leaving platforms soon—so you don’t miss a thing. Whether you're into heart-racing thrillers, emotional love stories, or laugh-out-loud comedies, our curated guide helps you find exactly what to watch next.
New stories, fresh obsessions, and can’t-miss entertainment—That Love Podcast is your weekly guide to all things worth watching.
NETFLIX
12 Romantic Netflix Films Moms Love
There is a universal truth understood by mothers everywhere: once the kids are finally tucked into bed, the dishes are loaded in the dishwasher, and the house settles into a quiet hum, it is time for some well-deserved self-care. For many, that self-care looks like pouring a glass of wine or brewing a hot cup of chamomile tea, grabbing a cozy blanket, and escaping into the sweeping, swoon-worthy world of Netflix romantic comedies . In 2026, the demand for escapist romance mov
12 Best Netflix Picks for Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is a beautiful opportunity to pause, reflect, and shower the matriarchs in our lives with the love, appreciation, and quality time they so deeply deserve. While grand gestures, bouquets of fresh peonies, and reservations at upscale brunch spots are always appreciated, sometimes the most profound bonding happens right in the comfort of your own living room. After a long week of managing households, careers, and the endless mental load of motherhood, what many moms
10 Netflix Movies About Moms That Perfectly Capture the Beauty and Chaos of Motherhood
Motherhood is an experience that defies simple categorization. It is simultaneously the most profound, exhausting, exhilarating, and terrifying journey a human being can undertake. For decades, cinema attempted to box mothers into neat, easily digestible archetypes: the selfless martyr, the flawless homemaker, or the wicked stepmother. But as society has evolved, so too has our demand for authentic, multifaceted storytelling. Today, we are living in a golden era of realistic
10 Family-Friendly Netflix Shows
Introduction Picture this: the pizza boxes are empty, the living room is finally clean, and the whole family is gathered on the couch, remote in hand, ready for a cozy night in. Then, the inevitable happens—the endless, mind-numbing scroll. Finding a show that genuinely captivates the adults without boring the kids, and entertains the kids without subjecting the parents to grating voices and hyperactive plots, can feel like searching for a needle in a digital haystack. You wa
10 Must-Watch TV Shows Like Heated Rivalry
The romance literary world experienced a seismic shift with the release of Rachel Reid’s Heated Rivalry. This buzzy queer hockey romance series captured the hearts of millions by flawlessly executing the enemies-to-lovers tension between two rival players, Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov. Their dynamic—navigating a secret passion amid intense competition, locker room culture, and the suffocating pressures of being closeted athletes—created a perfect storm of sports drama and
10 Must-Watch TV Shows Like Bridgerton for Romance Lovers
There is an undeniable cultural shift that occurred the moment Bridgerton first graced our screens. Suddenly, the world was entirely captivated by lavish Regency-era romance, scandalous high society drama, and steamy slow-burn love stories. We traded modern cynicism for sweeping ballgowns, swoon-worthy declarations of love in the rain, and the thrilling tension of ungloved hands touching in the dark. The "Regencycore" aesthetic took over our wardrobes, string-quartet covers o
DISNEY+ & HULU
10 Best Pixar Movies About Family and Emotions
Explore the best Pixar movies about family, grief, memory and emotion, with story-first rankings, rewatch notes and current UK viewing links for movie night.
5 Binge-Worthy Hulu Crime, Mystery and Detective Dramas of 2026 So Far
Five Hulu crime, mystery and detective series from 2026, ranked, with clear premises, key characters and where to watch each one.
15 Funniest Animated Movies of All Time, Ranked
15 Funniest Animated Movies of All Time, Ranked You want an animated movie that will actually make you laugh—not merely smile at a cute character before the film turns into an earnest lesson. This ranking gives you fifteen excellent choices, from rapid-fire Disney farce to stop-motion silliness and a sequel that somehow makes meeting the in-laws even funnier when the son-in-law is an ogre. “Funniest” is not the same as “best overall.” Some animated films leave a deeper emotio
12 Best Animated Movies to Watch With the Family, Ranked
Choosing a film for family movie night sounds simple until everyone wants something different. The youngest viewer wants colour and adventure. Older children want a story that does not talk down to them. Adults would quite like to enjoy the evening too. The best animated family films meet everyone somewhere in the middle. They are funny without relying on jokes only adults understand, emotionally rich without becoming a chore, and exciting without forgetting that a small chil
10 Best 9-1-1 Characters of All Time, Ranked
Ranking the 10 best 9-1-1 characters of all time, from Karen Wilson to Evan Buck Buckley, with the actors, seasons, storylines and reasons behind every spot.
10 Best 9-1-1 Episodes of All Time, Ranked
A ranked guide to the 10 best 9-1-1 episodes, with the premise, analysis and reasoning behind every position.
AMAZON PRIME VIDEO
5 Binge-Worthy Prime Video Crime, Police and Investigative Dramas of 2026 So Far
Five Prime Video crime, police and investigative dramas from 2026, ranked, with clear premises, key characters and where to watch each one.
Is an Amazon Prime Free Trial Worth Trying Before Christmas?
See how to evaluate an Amazon Prime free trial before Christmas, including eligibility, delivery limits, renewal dates and a practical value checklist.
15 Best Crime and Mystery Shows to Binge This Fall 2026
Finding a crime or mystery show that actually keeps you guessing can be harder than finding the murderer in some of the shows themselves. This fall 2026 watchlist cuts through the endless streaming menus and focuses on fifteen crime dramas, murder mysteries, detective shows and psychological thrillers genuinely worth giving your evenings to. Autumn has always felt like the perfect season for this kind of television. The evenings get darker, staying inside becomes considerably
15 Best Teen Mystery and Supernatural Shows to Watch This Fall
Finding a teen show that actually matches the mood of fall is surprisingly easy once you stop looking for ordinary high-school drama and start adding ghosts, vampires, witches, murder mysteries and suspiciously beautiful teenagers who apparently never have time to complete their homework. Autumn is the season when television becomes slightly darker, the evenings arrive earlier and watching somebody investigate a murder from underneath a blanket suddenly feels like an entirely
The 5 Best Prime Video Movies of the Last 6 Months, Ranked
A spoiler-light ranking of five recent Prime Video movies, with picks for science fiction, romance, comedy and drama.
Carrie (2026) Review – Mike Flanagan Finds New Friction in a Familiar Nightmare
Introduction Can a story as familiar as Carrie still make you uneasy when you know the shape of the nightmare already? Mike Flanagan’s eight-episode Prime Video adaptation answers by widening the world around Carrie White and placing its cruelty inside the always-on attention economy of modern adolescence. The result is a Stephen King adaptation that asks you to spend time with Carrie before the story’s violence becomes unavoidable. Summer H. Howell plays Carrie, a sheltered
MAX
Phoebe Buffay's Friends Timeline Explained
Follow Phoebe Buffay through all ten seasons of Friends, from her difficult childhood and Central Perk days to her triplets, her marriage to Mike and the series finale. Spoilers included.
4 Binge-Worthy HBO Max Crime, Mystery and Detective Dramas of 2026 So Far
Four HBO Max crime, mystery and detective titles from 2026, ranked, with clear premises, key characters and where to watch each one.
10 Best TV Shows Like Heated Rivalry for Romance Fans
Looking for shows like Heated Rivalry? These 10 ranked TV picks cover queer romance, period drama and more, with where to watch them in the UK and US.
15 Best Crime and Mystery Shows to Binge This Fall 2026
Finding a crime or mystery show that actually keeps you guessing can be harder than finding the murderer in some of the shows themselves. This fall 2026 watchlist cuts through the endless streaming menus and focuses on fifteen crime dramas, murder mysteries, detective shows and psychological thrillers genuinely worth giving your evenings to. Autumn has always felt like the perfect season for this kind of television. The evenings get darker, staying inside becomes considerably
15 Best Teen Mystery and Supernatural Shows to Watch This Fall
Finding a teen show that actually matches the mood of fall is surprisingly easy once you stop looking for ordinary high-school drama and start adding ghosts, vampires, witches, murder mysteries and suspiciously beautiful teenagers who apparently never have time to complete their homework. Autumn is the season when television becomes slightly darker, the evenings arrive earlier and watching somebody investigate a murder from underneath a blanket suddenly feels like an entirely
10 Binge-Worthy HBO Teen Dramas to Watch Right Now
A detailed countdown of HBO teen dramas and coming-of-age series, with story-first recommendations, ranking reasons, trailer, FAQs, and current U.S. streaming notes.
OTHER STREAMING GUIDES
7 Comfort Shows Moms Binge in 2026: The Ultimate Feel-Good TV Guide
From small-town romances to gentle baking competitions, these comforting shows are perfect for relaxed evenings, weekend marathons and familiar rewatches. Finding the right comfort show can make an ordinary evening feel much better. The best choices offer warm characters, familiar settings, emotional storylines and enough episodes to keep you watching for days. In 2026, viewers still have plenty of feel-good options to choose from. Some shows provide small-town romance and fa
10 Best Teen Drama Shows of the 2020s
Discover the 10 best teen drama shows of the 2020s, from Never Have I Ever to Young Royals, with spoiler-light reviews and UK streaming guidance.
Every Christopher Nolan Movie Ranked from Worst to Best
You have watched every Christopher Nolan film at least once, but you have never actually settled the debate over which one truly deserves the top spot. This complete ranking breaks down all twelve of Nolan's released films, from his most divisive misstep to his undisputed masterpiece, using critical reception, technical craft, and genuine cultural impact as the measuring stick. Let's start 👇 💛 Love this kind of content? Help keep it going: Support That Love Podcast If you l
10 Best Teen Romance Shows to Watch Right Now
Find your next binge with the 10 best teen romance shows, including Heartstopper, Young Royals and The Summer I Turned Pretty, plus streaming tips.
Shrek (2001) Movie Review – The Animated Classic That Changed Fairy Tales Forever
The biggest question surrounding Shrek is not whether it is still funny, because many of its jokes remain instantly quotable. The real question is why this 2001 animated movie still feels so fresh when so many of its pop-culture references belong to a completely different era. The answer is that Shrek was never only a parody. DreamWorks Animation’s story about a grumpy ogre, a talkative donkey and a princess with a secret works because the comedy is built around a sincere emo
Outlander: Blood of My Blood Season 2 Review – Romance Is Still Its Most Potent Magic
This review covers the Season 2 premiere and early direction. Starz is releasing new episodes weekly. Introduction The big question for Outlander: Blood of My Blood Season 2 is whether this prequel can keep earning its own emotional weight now that the novelty of meeting Jamie and Claire’s parents has worn off. The answer, at least from its opening chapter, is yes. This is still a deeply familiar kind of Outlander story—separation, danger, impossible choices, extremely inconv
Golden Axe Review – Paramount+ Finds the Joke Inside the Fantasy Quest
Introduction The danger with adapting Golden Axe is obvious. The Sega game has everything a studio wants from a nostalgic property—an iconic title, giant weapons, barbarians, magic, monsters and rideable beasts—but not necessarily the kind of intricate plot that automatically becomes a television series. Paramount+’s animated Golden Axe gets around that problem by making the correct decision early: it does not treat the game’s mythology as sacred text. It treats it as an excu
The Paper Season 2 Review – Peacock’s Office Spinoff Finds Its Own Funny Voice
Subtitle: Domhnall Gleeson’s chaotic editor and the Toledo Truth Teller staff return for a sharper, warmer and more confident second season. The first season of The Paper had an impossible task: exist in the shadow of The Office without simply becoming The Office with different desks. The premise was immediately familiar—the same documentary crew that filmed Dunder Mifflin moves on to a struggling Midwestern newspaper—but the show’s best decision was refusing to make its new
The Varnell Hill Show Review – Tommy Davidson’s Martin Spinoff Has Charm but Needs Sharper Jokes
Early review: Episodes 1–2 There is something appealing about a television character getting a second chance nearly 30 years later. Varnell Hill was one of Tommy Davidson’s most memorable creations on Martin: vain, flamboyant, needy for attention and hilariously certain that he was the biggest name in every room. The Varnell Hill Show gives him his own stage at last, turning that oversized personality into the host of a struggling late-night programme and placing him in a wor
TELEVISION
Rachel Green's Friends Timeline Explained
Follow Rachel Green through all ten seasons of Friends, from the runaway bride to her career, Ross, Emma and the finale. A clear, spoiler-aware timeline.
Joey Tribbiani's Friends Timeline Explained
Follow Joey Tribbiani through all ten seasons of Friends, from Chandler's roommate and struggling actor to Drake Ramoray, Rachel and the spin-off that follows him to Los Angeles.
Phoebe Buffay's Friends Timeline Explained
Follow Phoebe Buffay through all ten seasons of Friends, from her difficult childhood and Central Perk days to her triplets, her marriage to Mike and the series finale. Spoilers included.
5 Binge-Worthy ITV Crime and Detective Dramas of 2026 So Far
Five ITV crime and detective dramas from 2026, ranked, with clear premises, key characters and where to watch each one.
4 Binge-Worthy BBC Crime and Detective Dramas of 2026 So Far
Four BBC crime and detective dramas from 2026, ranked, with clear premises, key characters and where to watch each one.
5 Binge-Worthy Hulu Crime, Mystery and Detective Dramas of 2026 So Far
Five Hulu crime, mystery and detective series from 2026, ranked, with clear premises, key characters and where to watch each one.
10 Best Netflix Series of 2026 (So Far)
Picking something to watch on Netflix can take longer than watching it. You scroll past endless thumbnails, read a few blurbs and still feel unsure whether a show is worth your evening. Nobody wants to waste a Friday night on the wrong series, so you want a clear answer: which shows are genuinely worth starting right now, and which ones are simply loud. This ranking gives you that answer. It gathers 10 of the most talked-about Netflix series of 2026 so far, from a Steinbeck a
5 Spy Shows To Watch While You Wait for Black Doves Season 2
Black Doves Season 2 arrives on Netflix November 5, 2026. Here are five spy dramas about hidden identities, uneasy loyalties and dangerous relationships.
All Stephen King TV Adaptations Ranked from Worst to Best
Rank 15 Stephen King TV adaptations from worst to best, including 11/22/63, The Outsider, Castle Rock, IT, The Stand, and more.
MOVIES
10 Cozy Self-Care Movies for Winter Nights, Ranked
Some winter nights call for a dramatic thriller, a dense prestige film or a three-hour historical epic. Other nights call for the emotional equivalent of changing into clean pyjamas, making a hot drink and deciding that nobody is allowed to ask anything difficult of you until tomorrow. That is where cosy self-care movies come in. These are not necessarily the “best” films in the traditional awards-season sense. They are the movies that make a difficult day feel smaller, a lon
10 Best Spooky Movies for Young Adults
You've outgrown the kid-friendly Halloween movies, but full-blown gory horror feels like more intensity than you actually want on a casual movie night. This guide rounds up the ten best Halloween movies specifically built for young adults, delivering genuine thrills and teen-centered stories without crossing into the kind of extreme horror that feels like overkill. Whether you're planning a solo watch, a group hangout, or a full Halloween marathon with friends, this list is b
10 Best Pixar Movies About Family and Emotions
Explore the best Pixar movies about family, grief, memory and emotion, with story-first rankings, rewatch notes and current UK viewing links for movie night.
10 Best Western Romance Movies
Western romance movies make love compete with more than a rival suitor. Distance, danger, family history, social expectation and the demands of work can all shape whether two people are able to build a life together. The frontier setting gives those decisions a visible cost: a character may have to leave a home, trust someone in a dangerous situation, or choose between a relationship and a future they have spent years pursuing. The films span historical epics, intimate dramas
10 Best Childhood-Friends-to-Lovers Movies
Ten childhood-friends-to-lovers movies ranked, from Love, Rosie and Brown Sugar to Flipped and The Kissing Booth, with plots, cast and where to check for streaming.
10 Best Movies to Watch If You Love Seth Rogen
Movies for Seth Rogen fans: 10 comedies with chaotic friendships, awkward humour and heart, from Forgetting Sarah Marshall to Booksmart.
10 Best Haunted Movies to Watch This Fall
Ten haunted movies ranked for fall, from The Conjuring to The Innocents, with clear story premises and where to watch each one.
10 Best Fall Horror Movies for Spooky Season
Ten fall horror movies ranked for spooky season, from Halloween to Sinister, with clear story premises and where to watch each one.
10 Best Spooky Season Movies to Watch This October
Ten spooky-season movies ranked, from Hocus Pocus to Monster House, with clear story premises and where to watch each one.
TEEN SHOWS
10 Best Shows Like Dawson's Creek to Watch Next
Ten shows like Dawson's Creek ranked, from One Tree Hill to Life Unexpected, with clear premises and where to watch each one.
10 Best Shows Like One Tree Hill to Watch Next
Ten shows like One Tree Hill ranked, from The O.C. to Hart of Dixie, with clear premises and where to watch each one.
10 Best Shows Like Gossip Girl to Watch Next
Ten shows like Gossip Girl ranked, from The O.C. to Younger, with clear premises and where to watch each one.
15 Best Teen Mystery and Supernatural Shows to Watch This Fall
Finding a teen show that actually matches the mood of fall is surprisingly easy once you stop looking for ordinary high-school drama and start adding ghosts, vampires, witches, murder mysteries and suspiciously beautiful teenagers who apparently never have time to complete their homework. Autumn is the season when television becomes slightly darker, the evenings arrive earlier and watching somebody investigate a murder from underneath a blanket suddenly feels like an entirely
10 Binge-Worthy HBO Teen Dramas to Watch Right Now
A detailed countdown of HBO teen dramas and coming-of-age series, with story-first recommendations, ranking reasons, trailer, FAQs, and current U.S. streaming notes.
10 Best Teen Drama Shows of the 2020s
Discover the 10 best teen drama shows of the 2020s, from Never Have I Ever to Young Royals, with spoiler-light reviews and UK streaming guidance.
10 Best Teen Romance Shows to Watch Right Now
Find your next binge with the 10 best teen romance shows, including Heartstopper, Young Royals and The Summer I Turned Pretty, plus streaming tips.
6 Perfect Teen Dramas Worth Watching Over and Over, Ranked
Six memorable teen dramas, ranked from The Vampire Diaries to Gilmore Girls, with romance, friendship, family stories and a UK viewing guide.
14 Must Watch Feel-Good Teen Shows Ranked
14 Must Watch Feel-Good Teen Shows Ranked Are you tired of scrolling endlessly through streaming platforms, only to be met with dark, gritty, and often traumatizing dramas that leave you feeling more drained than when you started? Finding that perfect "warm hug" of a television show—the kind that celebrates first loves, unbreakable friendships, and the messy but beautiful process of finding yourself—is becoming increasingly difficult in a landscape dominated by "edge" over "e
TEEN MOVIES
10 Cozy Self-Care Movies for Winter Nights, Ranked
Some winter nights call for a dramatic thriller, a dense prestige film or a three-hour historical epic. Other nights call for the emotional equivalent of changing into clean pyjamas, making a hot drink and deciding that nobody is allowed to ask anything difficult of you until tomorrow. That is where cosy self-care movies come in. These are not necessarily the “best” films in the traditional awards-season sense. They are the movies that make a difficult day feel smaller, a lon
10 Best Spooky Movies for Young Adults
You've outgrown the kid-friendly Halloween movies, but full-blown gory horror feels like more intensity than you actually want on a casual movie night. This guide rounds up the ten best Halloween movies specifically built for young adults, delivering genuine thrills and teen-centered stories without crossing into the kind of extreme horror that feels like overkill. Whether you're planning a solo watch, a group hangout, or a full Halloween marathon with friends, this list is b
10 Journaling Prompts for Autumn Reflection
Use these ten autumn journaling prompts to reflect on seasonal change, clarify what you need, and create a gentle fall journaling routine.
10 Best Pixar Movies About Family and Emotions
Explore the best Pixar movies about family, grief, memory and emotion, with story-first rankings, rewatch notes and current UK viewing links for movie night.
Rachel Green's Friends Timeline Explained
Follow Rachel Green through all ten seasons of Friends, from the runaway bride to her career, Ross, Emma and the finale. A clear, spoiler-aware timeline.
Joey Tribbiani's Friends Timeline Explained
Follow Joey Tribbiani through all ten seasons of Friends, from Chandler's roommate and struggling actor to Drake Ramoray, Rachel and the spin-off that follows him to Los Angeles.
Phoebe Buffay's Friends Timeline Explained
Follow Phoebe Buffay through all ten seasons of Friends, from her difficult childhood and Central Perk days to her triplets, her marriage to Mike and the series finale. Spoilers included.
10 Best Western Romance Movies
Western romance movies make love compete with more than a rival suitor. Distance, danger, family history, social expectation and the demands of work can all shape whether two people are able to build a life together. The frontier setting gives those decisions a visible cost: a character may have to leave a home, trust someone in a dangerous situation, or choose between a relationship and a future they have spent years pursuing. The films span historical epics, intimate dramas
10 Best Childhood-Friends-to-Lovers Movies
Ten childhood-friends-to-lovers movies ranked, from Love, Rosie and Brown Sugar to Flipped and The Kissing Booth, with plots, cast and where to check for streaming.
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