A Dark Comedy and All the Movies Coming to Paramount+ and All the TV Shows Coming to Disney+ This Week
Streaming services Paramount+ and Disney+ are expanding their libraries this week with a variety of award-winning dramas, cult thrillers, and educational docuseries. Subscribers can expect a mix of archival cinematic favorites and fresh television content arriving between Monday, February 2, and Sunday, February 8. These additions provide viewers with options ranging from historical romance to speculative history and modern engineering marvels. Each title brings a unique perspective to the screen, whether through scripted storytelling or non-fiction exploration.
‘The Reader’ (2008)
Arriving on Paramount+ this Monday, February 2, this Academy Award-winning drama explores the complexities of guilt and secrets in post-World War II Germany. The narrative follows Michael Berg, who as a teenager has a secret affair with an older woman named Hanna Schmitz. Years later, Michael discovers a shocking truth about her past while observing a war crimes trial. ‘The Reader’ features a performance by Kate Winslet that earned her an Oscar for Best Actress. This film adaptation of Bernhard Schlink’s novel examines the generational impact of the Holocaust on the German national psyche.
’68 Kill’ (2017)
This dark comedy thriller makes its way to the Paramount+ platform on Wednesday, February 4. The film follows Chip, a man who gets dragged into a blood-soaked heist by his impulsive girlfriend, Liza. What starts as a plan to steal $68,000 quickly spirals into a chaotic series of violent encounters and betrayal. Based on the novel by Bryan Smith, ’68 Kill’ blends elements of romance with high-octane crime and visceral action. The movie is known for its frantic energy and subversion of typical heist film tropes.
‘Ancient Aliens’ (2010)
Disney+ expands its documentary catalog on Wednesday, February 4, with the addition of the long-running series ‘Ancient Aliens’. This program investigates the controversial theory that extraterrestrials have visited Earth for millions of years. Each episode examines historical texts, archaeology, and legends to find evidence of past human-alien contact. ‘Ancient Aliens’ has become a staple of speculative television, sparking global debate over the origins of human civilization and technology. The show features various experts and researchers who provide insight into mysterious megalithic structures and ancient artifacts.
‘Engineering Europe’ (2025)
Premiering on Disney+ on Saturday, February 7, ‘Engineering Europe’ takes a deep dive into the continent’s most impressive structural achievements. The series highlights the technical mastery and historical significance behind iconic bridges, tunnels, and skyscrapers. Viewers can expect detailed visual breakdowns of how these massive projects were designed and constructed to withstand environmental challenges. ‘Engineering Europe’ serves as an educational journey through the evolution of modern infrastructure and urban planning. The show utilizes advanced cinematography to showcase the scale and complexity of these architectural wonders.
Please let us know which of these new releases you are most looking forward to watching in the comments.
