Sure, March marks the end of winter, but if your favorite activity is snuggling with your pet in front of a great movie or TV series, don’t worry—it’s always a great season for a quality binge-watch. That’s especially true this month, with beloved series like “Ted Lasso” and “Succession” making their long-awaited return alongside buzzy new releases like “Daisy Jones and the Six.”
With so much to look forward to, we’ve picked 11 of the best new streaming releases to watch this month. Some of them feature pets at the center of the story; others are just the most buzzworthy shows and movies that we know you’ll be talking about at work the next day (between Zoom photobombs by your pet, of course). From comedies to dramas to reality competitions, there’s something for everyone here—so take your pick and let the watch-fest begin!
Spoiler warning: If you’re not up to date on the returning series on this list, our descriptions below may contain plot details you haven’t seen yet. If you want to stay totally un-spoiled, just browse the titles and catch up on current seasons before reading further.
For Fans Of: soccer, quirky characters and uplifting comedies like “The Office”
Starring: Jason Sudeikis (“We’re The Millers”), Hannah Waddingham (“How To Lose Friends and Alienate People”), Brett Goldstein (“Thor: Love and Thunder”), Brendan Hunt (“Horrible Bosses 2”), Juno Temple (“Atonement”)
This feel-good series about a hapless but eternally hopeful American coach leading a British soccer team ended its second season with a bombshell—spoiler alert!—assistant coach Nate was revealed to have left the team for rival organization West Ham United. Season 3 finds the soccer team in last place in the Premier League, with Coach Lasso continuing to process the end of his marriage along with the stress of leading the team. That might sound like a downer, but as any “Ted Lasso” fan knows, this is a team with a history of overcoming the odds, so there’ll be plenty of laughs and endearing, heartfelt moments, too. Go ahead, make a night of it with your own “diamond dog.”
Starring: Pedro Pascal (“The Last of Us”), Katee Sackhoff (“Battlestar Galactica”), Carl Weathers (“Rocky”), Amy Sedaris (“Strangers with Candy”), Giancarlo Esposito (“Breaking Bad”)
Congrats, “Mandalorian” fans—your long wait is finally about to pay off. Over two years after Season 2 ended, the acclaimed “Star Wars” series is finally returning with eight new episodes following intergalactic bounty hunter Din Djarin and his sneaky-yet-impossibly-cute companion Grogu (aka Baby Yoda). Rest assured it’ll be another action-packed season with plenty of adorable Baby Yoda moments that you and your furry friend are sure to enjoy (especially if you use the new season as an excuse to splurge on “Mandalorian” pet gear that’s as precious as Grogu himself).
Make Your Binge-fest Extra Cozy With These Pet Picks
For Fans Of: animated films like “Dumbo” and “Charlotte’s Web”
Starring: Brian Tyree Henry (“Atlanta”), Natasha Demetriou (“What We Do In The Shadows”), Mandy Patinkin (“The Princess Bride”)
Based on the novel by Newberry Award-winning author Kate DiCamillo, this animated Netflix film is sure to hit any animal lover right in the feels. The premise: A young boy named Peter is searching for his long-lost sister and is offered hope when a fortune-teller tells him he might find her—but only if he follows a mysterious elephant. You’ll have to watch along with your scruffy companion (and maybe your kids or nephews/nieces) to see if Peter is able to complete the tasks he’s given along the way, and whether he’s ever able to find his sibling. With award-winning stars like the iconic Mandy Patinkin himself doing the voices, this film is perfect for pet people of all ages.
For Fans Of: “The Witcher,” “Locke and Key,” “Merlin”
Starring: Jessie Mei Li (“Last Night in Soho”), Ben Barnes (“The Chronicles of Narnia”), Archie Renaux (“Gold Digger”), Freddy Carter (“Free Rein”)
Based on the Grishaverse fantasy novels by Leigh Bardugo, this epic series about a soldier who discovers she has magical powers is back for a second season. Hero Alina Starkov is on the run and looking to destroy the Shadow Fold, a region of darkness that divides her country. Meanwhile, her enemy General Kirigan has leveled up his own power with a new army of shadow monsters. With battles, romance, and tons of surprises in each episode, this is a perfect pick for fantasy fans. If you’re not yet familiar with the show, snuggle up with your favorite furball and binge-watch all eight episodes of season 1 before the next season drops.
For Fans Of: l things fashion and style, especially reality competitions like “Project Runway” and “Making the Cut”
Starring: Tan France (“Queer Eye”), Gigi Hadid (“Ocean’s Eight”)
We’re still many months away from a new season of “Queer Eye,” but that doesn’t mean you can’t get your Tan France fix in the meantime. “Next in Fashion,” the clothing design competition reality series hosted by France, is returning for a second season of beautiful looks and runway walks. This season, he’ll be joined by supermodel and television personality Gigi Hadid as his new co-host. Get cozy on the couch with your favorite four-legged fashionista and see which of the up-and-coming designers end up winning the grand prize of $200,000 and a shot at sharing their designs worldwide. And hey, if you choose to dress your pet in the latest trends for the occasion, who are we to judge?
For Fans Of: “Lost,” “The Wilds,” “Station Eleven”
Starring: Christina Ricci (“Wednesday”), Melanie Lynsky (“Castle Rock”), Juliette Lewis (“Natural Born Killers”), Tawny Cypress (“Unforgettable”)
The twisty thriller “Yellowjackets” is one of the most suspenseful—and most bizarre—shows on television right now. This story of how a high school girls’ soccer team survives a plane crash in the northern wilderness, and the effects impacting them decades later, has elements of horror interwoven with mystery and dark humor. Season 1 had more plot twists than we can describe here, with a cult, a series of murders, a kidnapping and much more—and its cliffhanger ending left fans with more questions than answers. Here’s hoping that the new faces joining the cast, including Elijah Wood of “Lord of the Rings” fame, help to fill in the blanks. If you missed the first season when it debuted in 2021, make sure to catch up before diving into the new season. Maybe just cover your pet’s eyes during those bloody hunting scenes?
For Fans Of: High-stakes workplace dramas like “Billions” and “Industry”
Starring: Brian Cox (“Braveheart”), Jeremy Strong (“The Trial of the Chicago Seven”), Sarah Snook (“The Dressmaker”), Kieran Culkin (“Igby Goes Down”)
One of the most highly anticipated returns of 2023, the Emmy award-winning hit “Succession” will surely be the talk of the internet every Sunday night starting March 26. The show about a power-hungry family whose members have no trouble stabbing one another in the back is fully obsession-worthy (despite the fact that every character is, well, a terrible person). The new season picks up right where we left off, with family company Waystar Royco inching ever closer to new ownership under erratic tech giant Lukas Matsson. Will the Roy siblings band together to save the company? Probably not, but you can certainly expect more rivalries, shocking betrayals and Kieran Culkin’s unmatched comedic timing across these next 10 episodes.
For Fans Of: Dark comedies like “Better Things” and “Shameless”
Starring: Daisy May Cooper (“This Country”), Jack Farthing (“Spencer”), Ronke Adekoluejo (“Been So Long”), Adrian Edmondson (“Bancroft”)
London-born Irish author and screenwriter Cash Carraway is the fresh voice behind this new comedic series that centers on working class single mom Costello Jones and her 10-year-old daughter Iris. It’s a dark comedy that focuses on the complexity of friendships and family relationships, as well exploring matters of poverty, privilege and prejudice—much like Carraway’s bestselling memoir “Skint Estate.” It doesn’t look like there are any actual dogs in this story, but that doesn’t mean you won’t love curling up on the couch with your own pup to watch this poignant series.
For Fans Of: Fleetwood Mac, “Almost Famous,” and rock and roll history
Starring: Riley Keough (“Mad Max: Fury Road”), Sam Claflin (“Me Before You”), Sebastian Chacon (“Emergency”), Camila Morrone (“Death Wish”), Suki Waterhouse (“Seance”)
It’s 1977 and fictional rock band Daisy Jones & The Six have just become a world-wide sensation. But like any musical group, there’s plenty of drama—leading to a legendary rock-and-roll breakup. This new musical-drama series based on author Taylor Jenkins Reid’s bestselling novel of the same name plays out like a documentary on the band’s rise and fall, and offers a glimpse into the world of music stardom. The story itself is said to be inspired in part by Fleetwood Mac’s long history of ups and downs, so if you or your pets are a fan, add it to your list!
For Fans Of: “Yellowjackets,” “The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina,” “Paper Girls”
Starring: Toni Collette (“Hereditary”), John Leguizamo (“Latin History for Morons”), Auli’i Cravalho (“Moana”), Toheeb Jimoh (“Ted Lasso”)
In a world where young women are frequently made to feel lesser, evolution takes a bizarre turn when it’s discovered that teenage girls have suddenly developed the ability to electrocute people at will. That’s the unique premise of “The Power,” a show based on Naomi Alderman’s book of the same name that gives a very literal meaning to the term “female empowerment.” What happens when teen girls finally have the chance to make the world take them seriously? Grab some popcorn and some treats for your furry friend and get ready to find out.
Looking for more ways to spend time with your pet this month? Check out our March calendar full of fun activities and timely reminders for all the things they need. We’ll be back here next month with more recommendations for the newest releases on streaming. Until then, happy watching!