All the New Streaming Shows and Premieres This Week Including ‘Widow’s Bay’

The upcoming week in television presents a rich selection of new series, returning reality shows, and captivating documentaries across various streaming platforms and networks. Viewers can anticipate highly awaited dramatic adaptations, chilling true-crime investigations, and live sports broadcasts. Whether you’re in the mood for animated specials or thrilling mysteries, the schedule is filled with engaging and eagerly awaited content. Here is a detailed overview of every new release set to debut over the next seven days.

‘Forbidden Fruits’ (2026)

Making its streaming debut across VOD, Buy, and Rent platforms on Tuesday, April 28, ‘Forbidden Fruits’ delivers a dark comedic thriller experience. The plot revolves around a Free Eden employee named Apple who secretly runs a cult in the basement of a mall store. Tension escalates when a new hire arrives, challenging the performative sisterhood established within the group. The women must confront their toxic behaviors or face a violent and bloody fate.

‘My Killer Father: The Green Hollow Murders’ (2026)

Paramount+ enhances its true-crime library with ‘My Killer Father: The Green Hollow Murders’, a new docuseries premiering on Tuesday, April 28. This series delves into decades-old rumors surrounding a serial killer known locally as the Monster of Green Hollow in the remote hills of Iowa. The narrative gains unique insight as the killer’s daughter breaks her long-held silence about her terrifying upbringing, making shocking claims that her father murdered dozens of women, including three of his own wives.

‘Widow’s Bay’ (2026)

Apple TV+ introduces viewers to the eerie new series ‘Widow’s Bay’, premiering on Wednesday, April 29. The story follows Mayor Tom Loftis, who is eager to revive the economy of the isolated titular island. Ignoring local superstitions in a bid to attract tourists leads to dire supernatural consequences. As visitors finally start to arrive, the town’s dormant curse awakens, proving that the old and terrifying legends are indeed true.

‘Should I Marry A Murderer?’ (2026)

Netflix unveils ‘Should I Marry A Murderer?’, a gripping new true-crime docuseries, on Wednesday, April 29. The show follows the harrowing journey of a fiancée who uncovers dark secrets about her soon-to-be husband. Rather than fleeing, she courageously remains engaged to him after he is formally accused of murder. Her perilous choice transforms her into a key witness as she covertly gathers incriminating evidence against him.

‘The House of the Spirits’ (2026)

Prime Video brings literary drama to life with ‘The House of the Spirits’, a new series debuting on Wednesday, April 29. This sweeping narrative spans a century, chronicling the complex lives of the Trueba family. The story highlights secret loves, political revolution, and intense generational conflict between the tyrannical patriarch and his granddaughter, all set against a backdrop of violent social upheaval that reshapes their world.

‘Shared Planet’ (2026)

PBS offers an optimistic view of environmentalism with ‘Shared Planet’, a new documentary series premiering on Wednesday, April 29. The program focuses on untold stories of people and animals thriving together in various ecosystems worldwide. It showcases communities that prioritize ecological harmony over destructive expansion, introducing viewers to inspiring individuals who choose collaboration over control in their interactions with the natural world.

‘Man on Fire’ (2026)

Netflix reimagines a classic action thriller with the new series ‘Man on Fire’, set to release on Thursday, April 30. The narrative follows a highly skilled Special Forces veteran haunted by traumatic past events. Now pursued by his enemies, he embarks on a dangerous mission to protect a teenage girl. The intense action unfolds on the perilous streets of Rio de Janeiro as he battles ruthless criminal syndicates.

‘Swapped’ (2026)

Netflix expands its family-friendly offerings with the premiere of ‘Swapped’, releasing on Friday, May 1. This animated feature tells the tale of a small woodland creature and a majestic bird living in the Valley. Despite being natural enemies, the two animals magically swap places through an unexplained phenomenon. This unexpected body swap forces them to collaborate and sets them off on an adventure of a lifetime.

‘Twenty Twenty Six’ (2026)

BritBox presents the new satirical series ‘Twenty Twenty Six’, available for streaming on Friday, May 1. The show follows character Ian Fletcher, previously known for leading the London 2012 Olympics and serving as the BBC head of values. Fletcher now joins the 2026 World Cup team as the director of integrity, facing numerous comedic and bureaucratic challenges while managing a large tournament that spans North America.

‘Kentucky Roses’ (2026)

The Hallmark Channel celebrates race weekend with the premiere of ‘Kentucky Roses’ on Saturday, May 2. This romantic film centers on a dedicated greenhouse worker and the son of the Churchill Downs’ CEO. The two form an unlikely partnership as they unite with a shared mission to save the traditional Kentucky Derby rose blanket. Along their journey, they uncover a beautiful generational love story while developing their own budding romance.

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