8 binge-worthy TV shows to stream in July on Netflix, ITV, BBC and more

Netflix is bringing Laura Ingalls Wilder's beloved book series to a new generation of viewers with its upcoming adaptation of Little House on the Prairie.

The semi-autobiographical novels, which were first adapted for screens in 1974, charts Laura's experience of moving to Midwest America during the 1800s.

The upcoming eight-part series, based on the third novel, follows the Ingalls family as they build a new life on the 1800s Western frontier. 

The Netflix synopsis reads: "Part hopeful family drama, part epic survival tale, and part origin story of the American West, this fresh adaptation of Laura Ingalls Wilder's iconic semi-autobiographical Little House books offers a kaleidoscopic view of the struggles and triumphs of those who shaped the frontier."

Little House on the Prairie premieres on Netflix on 9 July.  

Fancy some 90s nostalgia? Check out Prime Video's new Legally Blonde prequel, Elle, which follows a high-school-aged Elle Woods navigating the teenage politics of the 1990s long before she ever set foot in Harvard Law. 

Reese Witherspoon, who first brought the iconic pink-loving lawyer to life back in 2001, executive produces the series, which Laura Kittrell (High School, Insecure) created.

Set in 1995, the eight-parter follows Elle as she moves from LA to suburban Seattle, where she navigates the "tumultuous waters of high school where she encounters tricky friendships, forbidden romance and questionable fashion choices".

With fans already hailing the series as a fun-filled tribute to the pink-hued original, it's well worth adding to your watchlist.

Elle is available on Prime Video now.

Anya Taylor-Joy returns to television for the first time in four years in Apple TV's new thriller, Lucky. 

The 30-year-old actress, whose last small-screen appearance was a recurring role in the hit gangster drama Peaky Blinders in 2022, hasn't headlined a streaming series since her breakout performance in Netflix's 2020 miniseries, The Queen's Gambit.

Given her track record, it's safe to say that expectations for her latest leading role are high.

Based on Marissa Stapley's bestselling novel, Anya stars as a reformed criminal who is forced to revisit her illegal past one final time to escape a dangerous crime boss. 

The synopsis reads: "When a multimillion-dollar heist goes sideways, con artist Lucky (Taylor-Joy) is forced to go on the run. Pursued by both the FBI and a ruthless crime boss, Lucky must fight for her life – and a way out."

If the gripping plot isn't enough to earn your viewing, perhaps the stacked cast will. The series, which is executive produced by Reese Witherspoon, has attracted an A-list line-up, featuring Annette Bening, and Timothy Olyphant. 

Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Drew Starkey, Clifton Collins Jr. and William Fichtner also star in the series. 

Lucky premieres on Apple TV on 15 July.

You can always trust ITV to deliver a gripping, high-stakes detective drama, and its latest entry needs to be on your watchlist. 

Adapted from G.R. Halliday's debut novel, From the Shadows, the six-part series follows the cat-and-mouse chase between Detective Inspector Monica Kennedy and a twisted killer in the Scottish Highlands. 

Outlander's Laura Donnelly leads the cast of the "chilling" drama as DI Monica Kennedy, who is called upon to investigate the shocking discovery of a body on the coast of the Scottish Highlands. 

The synopsis reads: "When the body of a young man is found eerily staged in the idyllic Scottish wilderness, detective Monica Kennedy fears this is just the beginning of a terrifying campaign that will strike the heart of a rural community. As paranoia rises, suspicions and secrets are forced into the light, and the locals start to realise that there is a serial killer hidden amongst them. 

"With her experience of dealing with the darkest of humanity Monica Kennedy quickly becomes entangled in a heightened game of cat and mouse with a cunning killer. Only she can stop this monster before he claims any more victims. But when her own history creeps up on her, she begins to lose trust in her own judgement. Will it be her own actions that are the biggest risk to herself and her family?"

The Dark premieres on 12 July at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX.

Fans have been waiting with bated breath for the return of Paramount's crime thriller following the huge season one cliffhanger.

The first series, which aired in January last year, starred Eve Myles (The Guest, Gone) as DCI Jeanette Kilburn, who led an investigation into the murders of young male asylum seekers in Bristol. After enlisting the help of the prime suspect's psychotherapist, Dr. Sophia Craven, Jeanette uncovered a horrifying, dark web of sinister secrets.

Season one concluded with the shocking revelation of Dr Sophia Craven's true identity, a twist further complicated by her romantic connection with Jeanette, who finds herself in bed with the psychologist following the collapse of her marriage.

In season two, DCI Jeanette's investigation takes a shocking new turn when a mummified body discovered in a church wall and a body in a freezer reveal a chilling connection. 

The synopsis continues: "As Jeanette digs deeper, Dr. Sophia Craven begins to suspect Victoria Burkeman, her mysterious and unstable former patient, could be responsible. With the case growing darker, Sophia suspects Victoria is more familiar than she thought, and Jeanette must face the terrifying truth: the killer may be closer than she ever imagined."

Season two of The Crow Girl premieres on 20 July on Paramount+ UK & Ireland, and on 8 September on Acorn TV in the U.S. and Canada,

If you've not yet watched Apple TV's heartwarming comedy-drama, you're in for a real treat. Starring Rafe Spall and Esther Smith – who are a couple in real life – the series follows Londoners Nikki and Jason, who turn to adoption after struggling to conceive. The drama, which first premiered in 2020 and returns with its fifth season in July, follows the pair's emotional journey to parenthood, as they navigate the complexities of the adoption process.

In season five, Nikki and Jason face their biggest challenge yet as the biological mother of their two children, Princess and Tyler, unexpectedly arrives on their doorstep. 

The drama boasts an impressive cast of stars, including Darren Boyd (The Outlaws), Sian Brooke (Blue Lights), Celia Imrie (The Thursday Murder Club) as Penny and Phil Davis (Whitechapel) as Jason's dad, Vic. 

Trying season five premieres on Apple TV on Wednesday, 8 July.

If twisty crime thrillers are more your speed, then mark your calendar for 27 July. Disney+ and Hulu are bringing an "edge-of-your-seat" serial killer drama to our screens – and it sounds seriously gripping. 

The series follows FBI agent Alice Black, who becomes obsessed with hunting down a calculating female serial killer.

The synopsis continues: "Both walk their own paths toward justice, and as their lives start to intertwine, the line between right and wrong begins to blur."

Promising an obsession-fuelled cat-and-mouse chase between two formidable women, Furious sounds like a must-watch for Killing Eve fans. 

Furious premieres on 27 July on Hulu in the U.S. and Disney+ in the UK and internationally.

Comedy legend Sally Phillips puts a 70s spin on the cosy crime genre in the BBC's upcoming mystery series, The Hairdresser Mysteries.

The Bridget Jones actress plays Lily Petal, a hairdresser who trades the hustle and bustle of city life for a charming, 70s-themed salon in a country village.

With a bucolic, small-town setting, a cast of quirky characters and a lovable crime-solving duo, the drama has all the hallmarks of a comforting, cosy crime show.

Penned by acclaimed playwright and screenwriter Jim Cartwright, the series follows Lily Petal, who "opts out of the competitive city scene to buy a small village hairdressing salon at the top of a cobbled street".

The synopsis continues: "Everyone tells their hairdresser everything and soon she becomes the hub of her new village's secrets and revelations. Using her own brand of uncannily developed hairdressing intuitive, empathy and understanding, Lily begins to solve the mysteries of the village."

The Hairdresser Mysteries comes to BBC One and BBC iPlayer in July. A US release date has not yet been revealed.