A diverse line-up of films and series is set to light up OTT platforms this week, offering everything from heartwarming K-dramas and festive comedies to intense thrillers and Indian blockbusters. Here’s a round-up of what to watch and where to find it.

Twinkling Watermelon

The Korean drama ‘Twinkling Watermelon’ follows Eun Gyeol (Ryeoun), a musically gifted teen and a CODA (Child of Deaf Adults) who secretly lives a double life as a model student by day and a guitarist by night. After a mysterious incident sends him back to 1995, he meets his young father, Ha Yi-chan (Choi Hyun-wook), and forms a band called Watermelon Sugar. Featuring Seol In-ah and Shin Eun-soo, the series explores family, love, and healing through music. It begins streaming on Netflix from November 14.

A Quiet Place: Day One

The prequel to John Krasinski’s 2018 horror hit takes viewers back to the day the silence began. Written and directed by Michael Sarnoski, ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’ stars Lupita Nyong’o as a woman battling for survival in New York City during an alien invasion. After premiering on other digital platforms, the film finds its new home on Netflix from November 14, giving fans a chance to relive the origins of the sound-hunting creatures.

Had I Not Seen the Sun

Netflix’s new Chinese mystery thriller ‘Had I Not Seen the Sun’ debuts its first part this week. The drama revolves around an aspiring documentarian who interviews a notorious serial killer, triggering a series of chilling and surreal events. Starring Tseng Jing Hua, Moon Lee and Lyan Cheng, the series begins streaming on November 13.

In Your Dreams

This animated adventure follows 12-year-old Stevie and her mischievous brother Elliot as they search for the mythical Sandman to save their crumbling family. Along the way, they enter a whimsical dream world full of zombie breakfasts, nightmares, and talking toys. ‘In Your Dreams’ lands on Netflix on November 14, offering a heartwarming message about embracing life’s imperfections.

Jolly LLB 3

Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi return in ‘Jolly LLB 3’, the third instalment of Subhash Kapoor’s acclaimed legal comedy franchise. Joined once again by Saurabh Shukla, Huma Qureshi and Amrita Rao, the film continues the courtroom chaos and satire that fans love. The movie will stream simultaneously on JioHotstar and Netflix starting November 14.

Jurassic World: Rebirth

Directed by Gareth Edwards and written by David Koepp, ‘Jurassic World: Rebirth’ is a standalone sequel to ‘Jurassic World Dominion’ (2022). As the fourth ‘Jurassic World’ and seventh ‘Jurassic Park’ film, the sci-fi adventure promises fresh thrills and prehistoric spectacle. It premieres on JioHotstar on November 14.

Being Eddie

The documentary ‘Being Eddie’ traces Eddie Murphy’s five-decade career, from his groundbreaking Saturday Night Live performances to his Hollywood legacy. Featuring interviews with Chris Rock, Dave Chappelle, Jamie Foxx and Kevin Hart, it offers rare insight into Murphy’s evolution as a comedian and actor. The film began streaming on Netflix on November 12.

A Merry Little Ex-Mas

Alicia Silverstone stars in ‘A Merry Little Ex-Mas’ as Kate, a woman determined to have one last perfect family Christmas despite her recent divorce. When her ex-husband turns up with his glamorous new girlfriend (Jameela Jamil), the celebration descends into hilarious chaos. The festive comedy dropped on Netflix on November 12.

Avihitham

The Malayalam dark comedy ‘Avihitham’ takes viewers into a gossip-driven northern Kerala village, where rumours of an affair spiral into absurd moral policing. Directed with biting social satire, the story centres on Prakashan, an unemployed villager caught in the frenzy. The film premieres on JioHotstar on November 14.

Nishaanchi

Set in Kanpur, ‘Nishaanchi’ unfolds a violent family saga about twin brothers Babloo and Dabloo (Aaishvary Thackeray) whose lives are marked by vengeance, betrayal and blood feuds. With Kumud Mishra playing the antagonist, the film explores how violence becomes a generational curse. The gritty revenge drama streams on Amazon Prime Video from November 14.

Landman

From the creators of ‘Yellowstone’, ‘Landman’ dives into Texas’s oil boom, where ambition, greed and survival collide. Adapted from the hit podcast Boomtown, the series stars Billy Bob Thornton as a petroleum landman navigating corruption and moral conflicts. It starts streaming on JioHotstar on November 15.

Playdate

What begins as a harmless afternoon between two stay-at-home dads quickly spirals into chaos in ‘Playdate’. The action-comedy turns suburban parenting into an over-the-top adventure filled with misunderstandings and mayhem. The film premiered on Amazon Prime Video on November 12.

The Beast in Me

In this psychological thriller, a grieving author becomes obsessed with her neighbour, a real estate mogul suspected of killing his wife. ‘The Beast in Me’ examines loss, voyeurism and blurred realities through a haunting narrative. The series is available on Netflix from November 13.

Inspection Bungalow

Touted as Kerala’s first horror-comedy web series, ‘Inspection Bungalow’ follows sub-inspector Vishnu (Shabareesh Varma) as he relocates his police station to an eerie mansion. With paranormal researcher Mythili (Aadhiya Prasad) by his side, Vishnu unravels dark secrets buried in the house’s past. The show streams on Zee5 starting November 14.

Dude

The Tamil romantic comedy ‘Dude’, directed by Keerthiswaran, stars Pradeep Ranganathan and Mamitha Baiju. Following a successful theatrical run with a global gross of over ₹113 crore, the film is set to stream on Netflix from November 14.

Telusu Kada

Celebrity stylist Neerraja Kona makes her directorial debut with ‘Telusu Kada’, a romantic drama starring Siddhu Jonnalagadda, Srinidhi Shetty and Raashii Khanna. Though it received mixed reviews in theatres, the film’s urban setting and emotional storytelling may resonate with OTT audiences. It arrives on Netflix on November 14.

Eloa the Hostage: Live on TV

Netflix’s latest true-crime documentary ‘Eloa the Hostage: Live on TV’ revisits one of Brazil’s most shocking real-life tragedies. The film follows the harrowing story of a teenage girl whose ex-boyfriend was kidnapped, turning into a nationally televised hostage crisis that captivated millions. The documentary begins streaming on Netflix on November 12.

Mrs Playmen

Set in 1970s Rome, ‘Mrs Playmen’ tells the story of a betrayed wife who transforms her pain into power by taking over an erotic magazine that soon becomes a cultural symbol of women’s liberation. Inspired by true events, this drama arrives on Netflix on November 12.