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Top Shows & Movies to Watch This Week

As summer winds down and school buses start rolling through Delavan again, it’s the perfect time to cozy up with a fresh lineup of streaming entertainment. Whether you're in the mood for high-octane action, heartfelt drama, or animated charm, this week’s top picks offer something for every taste. Here are ten standout shows and movies to stream right now, curated for Dispatch readers who know good storytelling when they see it.


Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning 

Tom Cruise’s Ethan Hunt returns for one last globe-trotting sprint against a rogue AI. With jaw-dropping stunts and a surprisingly emotional finale, this blockbuster is a fitting sendoff for the franchise.

F1: The Movie 

Brad Pitt hits the racetrack in this adrenaline-fueled drama about redemption, rivalry, and speed. Directed by Top Gun: Maverick’s Joseph Kosinski, it’s a visual thrill ride.

Let Me In

This haunting remake of the Swedish vampire classic balances tenderness and dread. A lonely boy befriends a mysterious girl with a dark secret—perfect for fans of atmospheric horror.

Elio – Premium VOD

Pixar’s latest follows a boy accidentally beamed into an intergalactic council where aliens mistake him for Earth’s ambassador. Whimsical, colorful, and full of heart.

The Bad Guys 2 – Premium VOD

Mr. Wolf and his crew return in this animated heist sequel that’s as clever as it is charming. With a 95% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, it’s a hit for all ages.

Peacemaker (Season 2) –

John Cena’s foul-mouthed antihero is back, navigating alternate dimensions and vendettas. It’s irreverent, explosive, and surprisingly layered.

CODA

An Oscar-winning gem about a hearing girl in a deaf family, torn between her love of music and her family’s fishing business. Authentic, emotional, and beautifully told.

Wednesday (Season 2, Part 1) –

Jenna Ortega returns as the gothic sleuth at Nevermore Academy, now joined by her brother and parents. Murder, mystery, and macabre humor abound.

Too Much

Lena Dunham’s new rom-com series follows a heartbroken woman who flees to London and finds unexpected love. Witty, quirky, and full of emotional depth.

Twister (1996) –

A classic thrill ride with practical effects that still impress. Rival storm chasers face off against nature’s fury—perfect for a nostalgic movie night.


?️ Whether you're streaming from the porch swing, the bakery counter, or the Dispatch newsroom, this week’s lineup offers a little something for everyone. Got a favorite we missed? Send us your picks—we love hearing what Delavan’s watching.

Next week: Want a roundup of cozy mysteries, animated gems, or PG-rated documentaries? Let’s make it happen.

 


Robert Fang

Robert Fang
Editor / Publisher

Robert Fang is the Editor and Publisher of The Delavan Dispatch. He is a career professional in the newspaper and publishing industries and has been a member of the Delavan community since 2004.


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