Enola Holmes 3, Elle, and X-Men '97 Season 2 — The Triple-Threat Streaming Drop That Just Landed

July 2026 kicked off with one of the most stacked weekends in streaming history. On July 1 alone, three major titles dropped across Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+ — and they're all still dominating the conversation. Whether you're into mystery, nostalgia, or superhero action, there's something here for everyone. Here's your cheat sheet on the biggest streaming releases of the month.

Enola Holmes 3 — Netflix

Millie Bobby Brown returns as the sharp-witted teenage detective in Enola Holmes 3, which landed on Netflix on July 1. Directed by Philip Barantini (making his franchise debut after Harry Bradbeer helmed the first two), this installment takes Enola and Tewkesbury (Louis Partridge) to Malta for their wedding — but Sherlock's sudden disappearance derails the ceremony and plunges Enola into her most dangerous case yet.

Henry Cavill reprises his role as Sherlock Holmes, alongside returning favorites Helena Bonham Carter as Eudoria Holmes and Himesh Patel as Dr. Watson. The screenplay by Jack Thorne is an original story — not adapted from Nancy Springer's book series — which gives the creative team more freedom to take risks. The film runs 108 minutes and has received generally positive reviews, with critics praising Brown's charismatic performance and the stunning Maltese locations, even if some consider it the weakest of the trilogy.

Elle — Prime Video

Over on Prime Video, the Legally Blonde universe expands with Elle, a prequel series that follows Elle Woods during her high school years. Newcomer Lexi Minetree steps into the iconic pink heels as a teenage Elle, with June Diane Raphael and Tom Everett Scott playing her parents. The series was created by Laura Kittrell and counts Reese Witherspoon (who starred in the original films) as an executive producer through her Hello Sunshine banner.

The first season dropped in its entirety on July 1, and Prime Video has already ordered a second season — a confident vote from Amazon MGM Studios. Early buzz suggests the show captures the heart, humor, and optimism that made the original 2001 film a cultural phenomenon, while giving Gen Z a fresh coming-of-age story to latch onto.

X-Men '97 Season 2 — Disney+

Marvel Animation's Emmy-nominated X-Men '97 returned for its second season on Disney+ on July 1, continuing the story that made Season 1 one of the most-watched animated originals on the platform. The series picks up where the classic 1990s X-Men: The Animated Series left off, with the mutant team facing new threats that push them to their limits.

Season 2 has been widely anticipated after the first season's cliffhanger ending, and early reactions suggest the showrunners have doubled down on the emotional stakes and spectacular action sequences. The voice cast continues to deliver, making this essential viewing for Marvel fans who grew up on the original series.

What Else Is New This Month?

Beyond the July 1 triple threat, there's plenty more to stream. Project Hail Mary starring Ryan Gosling continues to dominate Prime Video after its record-breaking theatrical run, while Obsession — the $400 million horror phenomenon that shocked Hollywood — is heading to streaming next week. On Apple TV+, Silo Season 3 is keeping audiences hooked with its dystopian mystery, and Batman: Caped Crusader is delivering a fresh, noir-inspired take on Gotham on Prime Video.

July 2026 is shaping up to be one of the best streaming months of the year. Grab your remote, pick your platform, and dive in.