What To Watch This July 4th Weekend: 'Jurassic World: Rebirth,' 'The Old Guard 2' And More Major Premieres

HOLLYWOOD, CA — This July 4th, bask in cinematic freedom. Whether you’re chasing dino-sized thrills, indie heartbreak, or the fast-paced heat of a fine-dining kitchen, this lineup serves something for every mood — and every appetite.

From the thunderous roars of “Jurassic World: Rebirth” to the global-trotting quests of “The Old Guard 2,” and from the pit-lane rush of “F1” to the emotional tremors of “Sorry, Baby,” this holiday weekend is packed with fireworks onscreen — and not just in the sky.

And if you’re staying in? There’s no shortage of streaming gems, from the high-stakes finale of “Squid Game: Season 3” to the pressure-cooker chaos of “The Bear: Season 4.”

So, scroll down for the full watchlist — and step into the shimmering world of storytelling, where every frame is an escape.

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What To Watch This July 4th Weekend

“Jurassic World: Rebirth”

Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, Jonathan Bailey; directed by Gareth Edwards

Scarlett Johansson plays an expedition specialist who heads an elite squad on a high-stakes mission into a dino-dominated wilderness, racing to extract genetic material with game-changing medical potential. Brace for a heart-racing collision of science, suspense, and dino-scale drama. Check out Patch's full review of “Jurassic World: Rebirth.”

(“Jurassic World: Rebirth” is now available in theaters nationwide.)

“The Old Guard 2”

Starring Charlize Theron, KiKi Layne, Uma Thurman; directed by Victoria Mahoney

The immortal mercenaries return in this high-octane sequel where a new adversary emerges, threatening to dismantle everything Andy (Charlize Theron) and her team have fought for. Uma Thurman joins the cast in a deeper dive into the mythology of immortality. This movie is a must-watch for action-fantasy fans.

(“The Old Guard 2” is now available on Netflix.)

“F1: The Movie”

Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, Kerry Condon; Directed by Joseph Kosinski

From Joseph Kosinski, the director of “Top Gun: Maverick,” comes this high-octane drama set in the world of Formula One. Brad Pitt plays Sonny Hayes, a retired racing legend lured back to the track to mentor a hotshot rookie (Damson Idris) for the fictional APXGP team. With real Grand Prix footage and Lewis Hamilton as producer, this is the closest you’ll get to the pit lane without a helmet. Check out Patch's full review of “F1.”

(“F1: The Movie” is now playing in theaters nationwide.)

“Sorry, Baby”

Eva Victor, Naomi Ackie, Lucas Hedges; directed by Eva Victor

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Fresh off a Sundance win, the indie gem “Sorry, Baby,” is a raw, darkly funny exploration of trauma and healing. Eva Victor plays a college professor navigating the emotional aftershocks of a past assault. Uncompromising and quietly powerful, it's already drawing acclaim as a landmark release of the year.

(“Sorry, Baby” is now playing in theaters nationwide.)

“Heads of State”

John Cena, Idris Elba; directed by Ilya Naishuller

When an international crisis forces the U.S. President and British Prime Minister — played by John Cena and Idris Elba — into an high-stakes alliance, diplomacy goes out the window and chaos kicks in. On the run and off the grid, these two unlikely partners face bullets, betrayals, and a whole lot of bruised pride.

(“Heads of State” is now available on Prime Video.)

“28 Years Later”

Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ralph Fiennes; directed by Danny Boyle

Three decades after the original outbreak, the Rage Virus resurfaces — this time, on a remote island shrouded in secrecy and scarred by isolation. As the world struggles to forget its past, a fractured society clings to survival in the shadow of a new, more terrifying mutation. When a research team arrives to investigate the resurgence, they uncover not only a deadlier strain of infection, but the buried truths that fueled its return.

(“28 Years Later” is now playing in theaters nationwide.)

“M3GAN 2.0”

Allison Williams, Violet McGraw, Ivanna Sakhno; directed by Gerard Johnstone

The sharp-tongued synthetic icon returns, and this time she’s not the only one with an attitude. In the high-octane follow-up, M3GAN is reawakened to battle AMELIA — a ruthless, next-gen combat robot fashioned from her own blueprints. With slick fight sequences, dark laughs, and cyber-sister rivalry, this sequel delivers a deadly dance between tech terror and teen sass.

(“M3GAN 2.0” is now playing in theaters nationwide.)

“Squid Game: Season 3”

Lee Jung-jae, Lee Byung-hun; created by Hwang Dong-hyuk

The endgame has arrived — and the world is watching. In its thunderous finale, Gi-hun returns — not for the money, but to dismantle the twisted system once and for all. With new contenders, even more brutal challenges, and the Front Man’s past unraveling, this final season is equal parts harrowing and cathartic. All six episodes are now available — if you're ready to take one last step into the game’s dark heart, the countdown begins.

(“Squid Game” Season 3 is now available on Netflix.)

“The Bear: Season 4”

Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri; created by Christopher Storer

Season 4 of “The Bear” finds Carmy (Jeremy Allen White) consumed by the pursuit of culinary perfection as the fine-dining restaurant inches toward Michelin status, but the pressure threatens to fracture his team and his sanity. Sydney (Ayo Edebiri) faces a major career crossroads, Richie (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) steps into a surprising leadership role, and guest stars — including a returning Jamie Lee Curtis — deliver standout moments. The new season raises the emotional stakes while still serving up the chaos, beauty, and blistering pace fans love.

(“The Bear: Season 4” is now available on Hulu.)