Weekend Binge Guide: From 'Wednesday's' Dark Return to the Chills of 'The Conjuring: Last Rites'

The time has come to get the remotes ready to scroll through the OTT platforms, second-guessing what exactly we should spend time on. Coming to the rescue, we have the perfect blend of chilling thrillers and drama banters. Some take us through the lanes of the original band confrontations, while others give us the nostalgic themes. On the other hand, there is an option two - hit the theatres for a cinematic experience. So, let’s tick the boxes and binge-watch a wealth of options!

Channeling the goth drama, ‘Wednesday Season 2 Part 2’ gave the audience just the dose of drama needed to make the week thrilling. Starring Jenna Ortega, Emma Myers, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and the iconic Lady Gaga, the series had the sacrifice that wretched the hearts. From the unprecedented transformation and the dead dance, the second part of season 2 is perfect to end the week with fresh mysteries and horror forces at Nevermor Academy. The twists can only be streamed on Netflix.

With an electric guitar and a classic Hollywood vibe, ‘The Runarounds’ revolves around the story of five close friends who start a rock band. Adding the spice, they deal with the adolescent issues of friendship, love, and parents. Starring the real-life band members William Lipton, Axel Ellis, Jeremy Yun, Lilah Pate, Zendé Murdock, and Jesse Golliher, the series takes a glimpse at the limits of loyalty as they yearn for gigs. ‘The Runaround’ will be able to stream on Amazon Prime Video.

Sending the chills down the spine, ‘The Conjuring: Last Rites’ takes an ambitious turn at horror with a glimpse at the real-life case of The Smurl Haunting. Tagged as the final film of the ‘Conjuring’ franchise, the film concludes the fan-favourite drama with suspense and eerie atmosphere. Starring Vera Farmiga, Patrick Wilson, and Ben Hardy, the Warren family investigates the demonic infestation at a house, leading to foul smells, violence, and loud noises. The film was released in the theatres on September 5, 2025.

Who wouldn’t want to binge-watch a romantic reality show and the drama that would make you escape the unwanted, distressed reality? The reunion of ‘Love is Blind: UK Season 2’ was released on August 31 – and it just gets fiery with confrontations, unexpected appearances, and much-needed answers, along with a nod to season 1 alumni. After a long showdown of who left whom at the altar, the reunion gave a climax to the drama. The reality show was released on Netflix.

The live-action remake of 2002’s animated classic, ‘Lilo & Stitch,’ revolves around a young girl from a destitute family and a dog she adopts, who in reality is an alien. Giving the proper mixture of chaos and love, the film takes the thrill to another level when the government authorities are behind him. Starring Sydney Agudong, Zack Galifianakis, Maia Kealoha, and Chris Sanders, the film was released earlier this year in May and can be streamed on JioHotstar.

Reviving the vibe of ‘The Office,’ ‘The Paper’ is a product of the documentary team finding out about another newspaper and the publishing company. From the struggles of journalism to the co-workers trying to gain some accurate news, the series gives a nod to the classic mockumentary that stole the hearts. Starring Oscar Nuñez, Sabrina Impacciatore, Domhnall Gleeson, Chelsea Frei, and many more, the characters attempt to save their firm one duty at a time. ‘The Paper’ can be streamed on JioHotstar.