10 new Movies & TV Shows to Watch this Weekend on Netflix, Disney+, MGM+, & more (April 11-13)

Looking for something exciting to watch this weekend (April 11-13)? We've got you covered with top picks that will keep you on the edge of your seat! 

Whether you're ready for the high-stakes drama of Got to Get Out, the thrilling time-travel adventure in Doctor Who season two, or the heart-pounding action of The Last of Us season two, this weekend is packed with must-see shows. Fans of power struggles will be gripped by Godfather of Harlem season four, while Resident Playbook brings the heat with its fresh twist on medical drama. 

With so much on offer, you won’t want to miss a single minute. From intense crime sagas to captivating sci-fi, there's something for everyone! Check out the full list and dive into this weekend’s best shows—you won't regret it!

Meet the Khumalos

When: Friday, April 11
Where: Netflix

Hell hath no fury like a woman with a grudge and a plan! Grace Khumalo’s picture-perfect life takes a dramatic turn when her high school nemesis, Bongi Sithole, becomes her new next-door neighbor in the elite Umhlanga suburb. But things go from awkward to chaotic when their children fall head over heels for each other—forcing these lifelong rivals into a reluctant alliance with one shared mission: break up the lovebirds before things get serious!

Pets 

When: Friday, April 11
Where: Disney+

Pets is a heartwarming documentary that explores the incredible bond between animals and their humans across the globe. From playful dogs and quirky cats to clever pigs, goats, and even majestic birds of prey, it’s a touching—and often hilarious—journey through love, companionship, and the occasional slobbery kiss.

Got to Get Out

When: Friday, April 11
Where: Hulu

20 players. One house. $1 million up for grabs. But to win, they’ve Got To Get Out.

In this wild competition, reality stars and crafty gamers race against the clock—literally. They can split the prize or risk it all trying to escape and steal it. Twists, betrayals, and bold moves await. Who will break out and take it all?

The Gardener

When: Friday, April 11
Where: Netflix

Elmer’s emotionless nature makes him the perfect hitman—just how his mother trained him. But when he falls for his next target, love might be the deadliest mistake he’s ever made. This should be on your what to watch this weekend list.

Your Friends & Neighbors

When: Friday, April 11
Where: Apple TV+

After being fired and freshly divorced, Andrew “Coop” Cooper (Jon Hamm) starts robbing his wealthy neighbors in Westmont Village—only to uncover secrets far darker than he bargained for.

The Great American Baking Show Season 3

When: Friday, April 11
Where: The Roku Channel

Zach Cherry and Casey Wilson return to host as eight amateur bakers face off in the iconic white tent, tackling tough challenges for a shot at the cake stand and the title of America’s top amateur baker—under the sharp eyes of Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith. The Great American Baking show season three is your go-to series to watch this weekend.

Doctor Who Season 2

When: Saturday, April 12
Where: BBC iPlayer & Disney+

Audiences reunite with The Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) and Belinda Chandra (Varada Sethu) as they race to get Belinda back to Earth—but a dark force stands in their way. Their journey through time brings epic dangers, ruthless enemies, and unimaginable terrors. Doctor Who season two should be your top pick to watch this weekend.

Resident Playbook

When: Saturday, April 12
Where: Netflix

First-year OBGYN residents at Yulje Medical Center juggle the intense demands of medicine with the messiness of personal growth, all while striving to become the doctors they’ve always dreamed of being.

Last of Us Season 2 

When: Sunday, April 13
Where: Max

Five years later, the stakes are higher. Season two of The Last of Us finds Joel and Ellie navigating a world more treacherous than ever—and each other. With the tagline “Every path pays a price,” the new season teases a reckoning, as Ellie inches closer to uncovering Joel’s haunting secret and the devastating fallout it could bring. It should be on your what to watch this weekend list as well. 

Godfather of Harlem Season 4

When: Sunday, April 13
Where: MGM+

In Godfather of Harlem season four, Bumpy Johnson faces a fierce battle on two fronts—fighting against the Mafia families and the rise of a dangerous new rival, Frank Lucas. As Harlem becomes the battleground for power, Lucas’s ruthless ambitions threaten to take over the empire. Meanwhile, Bumpy’s personal life becomes even more complicated with his daughter Elise’s growing ties to the Black Panthers after Malcolm X’s assassination. Don’t forget to add this show on your what to watch this weekend list. 

Last week's guide: What to Watch on Netflix, Hulu, Shudder & more (April 4-6)