Hello friends! I’m Kelsey, your guide to all things pop culture for Yahoo Entertainment, and this is the The Listour weekly roundup of what’s new and noteworthy. This week, my insightful colleagues have recommended a slew of upcoming releases to watch, stream, listen to, read, and binge. Let me guide you through my favorites.
What to watch
🎥 I am: Celine Dion puts the singer’s resilience in the spotlight
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When: the documentary is currently streaming on Prime Video.
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What to know: The documentary is a love letter to fans and celebrates the iconic singer’s perseverance as she lives with stiff person syndrome.
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Dion did not want to remove a medical episode from the film. The documentary’s director told Yahoo that Dion “felt empowered to see himself that way.”
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Why I’m going to watch: Entertainment editor Alexis Shaw saw the premiere and told me the film is candid, heartwarming and heartbreaking. I have my tissues ready.
📺 The first presidential debate puts the 2024 election race on edge
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When: The debate airs on CNN on June 27 at 9 p.m. ET and is available to stream on Max, PBS, and CNN.com.
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What to know: Donald Trump and Joe Biden are facing off for the first time in four years ahead of November’s presidential election — though they don’t have to be on stage to invite each other.
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CNN anchors Jake Tapper and Dana Bash moderate.
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Reporter Dylan Stableford will be in the room to share what you don’t see on TV for Yahoo News’ live blog. Be sure to follow along.
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Why I’m going to watch: Depending on who you ask – and what happens live – this could also be the last debate of the year. I would hate to contract an incurable case of FOMO.
🎥 Horizon: an American saga Chapter 1 Sannoys
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When: Horizon: an American saga Chapter 1 can be seen in cinemas from June 28.
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What to know: The first film in Kevin Costner’s passion project, a four-part Western saga, is finally here.
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Costner, co-writer, director and star, spent $38 million of his own money on the project.
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He recently confirmed his final departure Yellowstone and told Yahoo he hopes fans will enjoy it Horizon saga, “which is designed to entertain.”
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Why I’m going to watch: Beyoncé got me in the mood for cowboy content in March. Yes Yes!
🎥 Thelma spring into action
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When: Thelma now playing in theaters.
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What to know: June Squibb stars as a grandmother who falls for a phone scam and then goes on an action-packed quest to get her $10,000 back.
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At the age of 94, this is Squibb’s first leading role. She did many of her own stunts in the film.
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“I do that sometimes [surprise myself] physically. … I have some things going on with my body that are hard for me to deal with right now. But I find ways to do it,” the star told health and wellness reporter Kerry Justich.
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Why I’m going to watch: It’s a real treat to see an actress breaking out into her golden years.
What to binge
▶️ ‘The Bear’ returns for a highly anticipated third season
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When: All 10 episodes of The bear Season 3 begins streaming on Hulu on June 26 at 9 PM ET.
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What to know: In this suspenseful comedy, a chef returns home after a tragedy to take over his brother’s restaurant.
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This season begins as the deli’s former employees adjust to running a fine-dining restaurant.
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Stars Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri and Ebon Moss-Bachrach took home Emmys for season 2 in January 2024. The show took home a total of 10.
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Why I’m going to watch: I can’t get enough of the (platonic!) chemistry between Jeremy and Ayo.
We’ll be back next week with our latest picks. Want more recommendations? Checking out our guides to the best summer entertainment.
Is there anything else you’re excited about? Let us know in the comments below.
