Sky is turning up the heat this summer with a blockbuster line-up that blends magical musicals, family feuds, fierce firestorms and untold true stories. July and beyond on Sky and NOW promises something for everyone. Here’s your full guide to what’s coming up…
‘Mr Bigstuff’ Series 2
BAFTA-winner Danny Dyer returns as Lee Campbell in the second series of Mr Bigstuff, Sky’s most successful original comedy in three years. Picking up just two weeks after the explosive revelation that the brothers’ dad is still alive, series two sees Lee and Glen (played by Ryan Sampson) reluctantly team up to track him down.
Set in suburban Essex, the chaos is dialled up as secrets spill, tempers flare, and Kirsty finds herself juggling boardroom power plays and bedroom drama. With a blackmailer in the shadows and family truths bubbling to the surface, expect more outrageous twists and heartfelt moments from this critically acclaimed Sky Original.
‘Hill’
A Sky Original documentary exploring the extraordinary father-son legacy of British racing royalty, Hill tells the story of Damon Hill, who in 1996 followed in the footsteps of his late father Graham Hill to become a Formula 1® World Champion. This intimate portrait of resilience, tragedy and triumph peels back the layers of a remarkable career and the personal battles fought along the way.
‘SWAT’ Season 8
The long-running action favourite reaches its epic conclusion in its eighth season. Shemar Moore returns as Hondo, whose past collides with the present when his old high school football coach is caught up in a kidnapping. With new team member Devin Gamble (Annie Ilonzeh) causing waves and tensions running high, SWAT bows out with emotional stakes and explosive missions.
‘Fire Country’ Season 3
Max Thieriot returns as Bode Leone, a former convict-turned-firefighter, now walking free but still haunted by his past. Season 3 of Fire Country sees Bode wrestle with what redemption truly means in a small town shaped by wildfires and sacrifice. It’s hotter than ever – both emotionally and literally.
‘Wicked’
The long-awaited film adaptation of Wicked finally lands. Cynthia Erivo is Elphaba, the misunderstood green-skinned girl with untapped power, while Ariana Grande dazzles as Glinda, the privileged perfectionist who craves adoration. Their friendship, forged at Shiz University in Oz, is tested by ambition, ideology and a certain Wizard…
Expect spellbinding visuals, powerhouse vocals and a magical retelling of the witches of Oz in one of this year’s most anticipated cinematic events.
‘William Tell’
Set in 1307, William Tell retells the Swiss legend with a gritty, modern edge. As the Habsburgs tighten their grip on Europe, one man stands up for justice. Forced to shoot an apple off his son’s head by a cruel Austrian viceroy, Tell becomes an unlikely hero in the resistance. A fierce and emotional tale of rebellion, honour and family.
‘Juror #2’
Nicholas Hoult stars in this tense courtroom thriller as Justin Kemp, a family man drawn into a murder trial with a dark secret. Torn between justice and self-preservation, Juror #2 delivers moral dilemmas and twists that will keep viewers on edge right to the verdict.
‘Kraven the Hunter’
In this standalone Marvel origin story, Aaron Taylor-Johnson becomes Kraven, the formidable anti-hero with a bloody vendetta rooted in family trauma. Opposing his gangster father, Russell Crowe, Kraven’s journey from prey to predator is as violent as it is visceral.
‘Strange Darling’
One-night stand or one-night scream? Strange Darling is a genre-flipping psychological horror that descends into a serial killer’s deranged game. With performances from Willa Fitzgerald and Kyle Gallner, this twisted thriller keeps its secrets close and its tension high.
‘Sew Torn’
When seamstress Barbara stumbles upon a crime scene, she’s forced to choose: flee, call the cops, or commit the perfect crime. Sew Torn explores all three outcomes in a gripping, branching narrative of escalating chaos.
‘Sacramento’
Sacramento follows estranged friends Michael Angarano and Michael Cera on a road trip from LA to California’s capital. With encouragement from Glenn’s pregnant wife (Kristen Stewart), this indie dramedy explores friendship, grief, and the weight of growing up – all in a yellow convertible.
‘Rumours’
An absurd political satire with apocalyptic overtones, Rumours sees global leaders trapped in the woods at a chaotic G7 summit. With Cate Blanchett, Alicia Vikander, and Charles Dance among the cast, this surreal ensemble comedy is unlike anything else on the slate.
‘I Don’t Understand You’
Two Americans on a European baby moon find themselves stuck in rural Italy… without signal, without language skills, and definitely without a plan. I Don’t Understand You is part relationship drama, part survival comedy, and entirely unpredictable.
True Stories on Sky Documentaries
Sky Documentaries continues to offer weekly exclusives, with must-watch titles like The Girl Who Caught a Killer, Bibaa & Nicole: Murder in the Park, and Germanwings. Upcoming releases include Flight 149: Hostage of War, Polk: The Trial of Philip Polkinghorne, and The Mortician, all delivering gripping real-life drama.
Box Sets and Broomsticks
Feeling enchanted after Wicked? Dive deeper into magic with The Wizard of Oz, Stardust, The Witches, and A Discovery of Witches. Or take a fairytale detour with After Ever After – all available in Sky’s spellbinding box set collection.
With returning favourites, dazzling debuts, and must-see movies, there’s never been a better time to tune in. So grab the remote, clear your schedule, and get ready — your summer watchlist starts here.
