The heat is on, and so are a number of entertaining shows. Below are highlights of upcoming series and movies scheduled to premiere or return to our screens in July that features notable Black talent.
MID-JULY
They Cloned Tyrone – Netflix
A series of eerie events thrusts an unlikely trio onto the trail of a nefarious government conspiracy in this pulpy mystery caper. Featuring Jamie Foxx (“Ray,” “Django Unchained”), John Boyega (“Star Wars: Episode VII: The Force Awakens”), Teyonah Parris (“Survivor’s Remorse,” “WandaVision”), and David Alan Grier (“Joe Pickett”). Released on July 21.
Stephen Curry: Underrated – Apple TV
This documentary features behind-the-scenes glimpses of Golden State Warriors All-Star Stephen Curry. Co-produced by Ryan Coogler (“Black Panther,” “Fruitvale Station”). Released on July 21.
Twisted Metal – Peacock Series
This is a tale about a motor-mouthed outsider who is offered a chance at a better life, but on the condition that he delivers a mysterious package across a post-apocalyptic wasteland. Featuring Anthony Mackie (“Captain America: The Winter Soldier,” “Altered Carbon”), and Tahj Vaughans (“P-Valley”). Release date: July 27.
AUGUST
Reservation Dogs – Hulu series
This dramady series follows the exploits of four Native American teenagers on an Oklahoma reservation as they journey to California. Release date: August 2.
The Collective – Theatrical release
A young recruit to a mysterious agency of assassins finds himself going rogue on his first assignment tracking down a dangerous group of human traffickers. Features Tyrese Gibson (“Baby Boy”) and Megan Danielle Gerald (“Halston”). Release date: August 4.
Johnson – Bounce Series S3
Life-long best friends, all with the same last name of Johnson, navigate love, friendship, heartbreak, and personal growth together. Featuring Thomas Q. Jones (“Straight Outta Compton”) and Deji LaRay (“Bosch”). Release date: August 5.
Painkiller – Netflix Series
A fictionalized look at the origins of the opioid crisis. Featuring Uzo Aduba (“Orange Is the New Black”) in treatment. Release date: August 10.
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