Here Are the Best TV Shows to Stream this Weekend on Hulu, Including ‘Fire Force’

As a total movie and TV buff, I’m *always* on the hunt for something new to watch, and honestly, scrolling through endless options is the worst. Luckily, Hulu’s got a pretty solid lineup this weekend! It’s a good mix of brand new shows everyone’s talking about, the reality TV I always come back to, and plenty of anime for fans like me. Plus, they’ve added some really interesting documentaries too. Basically, there’s new stuff dropping that covers everything – from undercover operations on the football field and wild things happening in schools, to intense cooking competitions and even spooky overnight investigations. It’s a great weekend to be a Hulu subscriber!

Here are ten titles we recommend checking out-we’ve prioritized the newest releases this weekend, then included noteworthy originals and modern classics. For each title, you’ll find brief, informative details about the story, the main actors, and the people who made it, helping you decide if it’s right for your watchlist.

‘Digimon Beatbreak’ (2025–present)

The newest installment in the popular ‘Digimon’ series features a brand-new group of heroes and their Digimon partners, all facing a brand-new mystery in the digital world. Created by Toei Animation, the story centers around these young characters as they discover the connection between music, rhythm, and digital evolution, both within the digital world and in our own.

The latest installment skillfully builds on what fans love about the franchise – its fast-paced action and imaginative creatures. The team behind it has a deep understanding of the series’ history, first shared with fans at a large preview event. This new season starts a fresh storyline, but still features the strong partnerships and improving combat system that are central to the show’s identity.

‘Fire Force’ (2019–present)

Inspired by Atsushi Ōkubo’s manga, ‘Fire Force’ follows Shinra Kusakabe, a new firefighter, as he joins Special Fire Force Company 8. Their mission? To fight humans who spontaneously combust and turn into creatures called “Infernals,” and to uncover the reasons behind these strange fires. The anime combines teamwork and strategy with a bigger, unfolding mystery, and introduces a growing number of characters who can control fire, as well as competing firefighting teams. It steadily expands its cast of pyrokinetic fighters and rival units.

Created by David Production, the show’s earlier seasons were directed by Yuki Yase and Tatsuma Minamikawa, who were known for their intricate animation of fire-based battles. The series is part of a larger world created by Ōkubo, and the latest story arcs are building toward a major showdown. These arcs are also cleverly weaving characters’ pasts into ever more expansive and dramatic scenes.

‘Spy x Family’ (2022–present)

‘Spy x Family’ follows Loid Forger, a highly skilled spy, as he creates a pretend family for a secret mission. What he doesn’t know is that his “wife” Yor is secretly an assassin, and their adopted daughter, Anya, has telepathic abilities. The series cleverly mixes thrilling spy missions with the everyday chaos of school life and the constant struggle to maintain their false identities, which are always at risk of being exposed. It’s a unique blend of action and comedy.

Created by Wit Studio and CloverWorks, the anime is directed by Kazuhiro Furuhashi. It features character designs and a soundtrack that blend the excitement of spy thrillers with the heart of a family comedy. A strong supporting cast-including friends, instructors, and opposing agents-adds depth to stories that switch between secret missions and everyday life.

‘90 Day Fiancé’ (2014–present)

This popular reality show follows couples as they go through the K-1 visa process, showing everything from proposals to the challenges they face adapting to different cultures, all leading up to their wedding day. Each episode looks at the everyday struggles and adjustments-like money, meeting the family, and finding a place to live-and special reunion episodes revisit key moments with the couples involved.

The franchise, created by Sharp Entertainment, is presented by Shaun Robinson in various live television specials. While several spin-off shows and related series broaden the scope of the program, the main idea still centers on couples making important choices quickly. Production teams and camera crews film these crucial moments as they happen, capturing all the high-stakes drama.

‘Halloween Wars’ (2011–present)

‘Halloween Wars’ is a yearly contest where teams of talented artists-specializing in cake, sugar, and pumpkin carving-compete against each other. Contestants are challenged to create large, intricately themed displays. The challenges focus on building impressive sculptures, figuring out how to make them structurally sound, and using edible elements to realistically portray scary themes, all while racing against the clock.

The show includes judges like Shinmin Li and Aarti Sequeira, and Jonathan Bennett has hosted in recent seasons. The production utilizes unique kitchen setups and carving areas, and cameras document each contestant’s progress – from their first design to the finished product – throughout the qualifying rounds, semifinals, and the final competitions.

‘Natalie Wood: An American Murder Mystery’ (2018)

This three-part documentary series takes a fresh look at the 1981 death of actress Natalie Wood, which occurred near Santa Catalina Island. It uses old footage, official court records, and new interviews to tell the story. Each episode pieces together what happened on the yacht Splendour that night and follows the investigative paths and public information that kept the case in the news.

Created by Jupiter Entertainment and American Media, Inc., this project tells the story step-by-step over several episodes. It features interviews with reporters, police officials, and people involved in the case. The series combines current and archival footage and documents to show different perspectives and the issues that remain unsolved.

‘Sister Wives’ (2010–present)

‘Sister Wives’ is a show that chronicles the Brown family as their relationships change and develop. It follows the practical side of their life – things like managing the household, making changes, and how the relationships between the spouses and grown children evolve. Lately, the show has been highlighting important talks and key moments in the family that are changing what the future holds for them.

This ongoing series combines in-depth, seated interviews with realistic, observational footage, showing important moments, career choices, and joyful celebrations within several families. The production team maintains a clear timeline by organizing content around seasonal themes and revisiting significant decisions to explore their consequences.

‘My Hero Academia’ (2016–present)

Based on Kōhei Horikoshi’s manga, ‘My Hero Academia’ centers around Izuku Midoriya’s journey as he attends U.A. High School, striving to become a professional hero. This takes place in a world where having superpowers-known as Quirks-is commonplace. The story unfolds through arcs that showcase character development in school, competitive challenges, and increasingly intense battles against the League of Villains. It’s a classic hero’s journey, but with a unique twist.

Created by studio Bones, the anime stars Japanese voice actors Daiki Yamashita and Nobuhiko Okamoto, and features an English dub with Justin Briner and Christopher R. Sabat leading the cast. The direction, fight choreography, and musical score all emphasize the unique skills of each character, while also introducing more pro heroes, teachers, and rival students at the school.

‘Abbott Elementary’ (2021–present)

‘Abbott Elementary’ is a funny, documentary-style show set in a Philadelphia public school. It follows the everyday lives of teachers as they deal with tight budgets, lively classrooms, and the little wins along the way. The show features a talented cast including its creator, Quinta Brunson, as well as Tyler James Williams, Janelle James, Lisa Ann Walter, Chris Perfetti, Sheryl Lee Ralph, and William Stanford Davis.

The show’s executive producers are Quinta Brunson, Randall Einhorn, Justin Halpern, and Patrick Schumacker. Filmed with a single camera and kept concise, the series centers on the relationships between staff members, the atmosphere of the school, and familiar storylines about hall monitors, field trips, and school funding – all of which highlight the real issues facing education today.

‘Shifting Gears’ (2025–present)

This sitcom, filmed with multiple cameras, features Tim Allen as Matt, a man who fixes up old cars and is raising a family after the loss of his wife. Kat Dennings plays Riley, Matt’s daughter who comes back into his life, causing changes both at his garage and within the family. The show also stars Seann William Scott and Daryl “Chill” Mitchell as the workers at the garage who help with – and sometimes hinder – the day-to-day business.

The series was created by Julie Thacker Scully and Mike Scully, with Michelle Nader leading the production as showrunner. It’s produced by ABC/20th Television. Each episode combines a story of a father and daughter rebuilding their relationship with the challenges of fixing up cars, dealing with customer problems, and celebrating the history of automobiles, all within the busy atmosphere of the shop.

Did any of these titles catch your eye-or did we leave out your go-to weekend picks? Let us know in the comments so everyone can share and compare what they’re planning to watch!

2025-10-03 23:46