🍿 Summer Screen Time: 12 Films & Series to Dive Into This Season

Long days, warm nights, and the perfect excuse to kick back with some unforgettable entertainment. Whether you're escaping the heat indoors or hosting a garden projector night, here are 12 films and series—both iconic and brand new—that belong on your summer watchlist:

Jaws (1975)

The ultimate summer thriller. Spielberg’s beachside horror still packs a punch, reminding everyone why they might want to stay out of the water.

The Summer I Turned Pretty (2022–)

This Amazon Prime series blends sun-drenched romance and coming-of-age vibes. Perfect for fans of beach houses, love triangles, and Taylor Swift needle drops.

Top Gun: Maverick (2022)

A high-octane sequel that soared beyond expectations. Fast jets, summer sun, and a beach football scene that became an instant classic.

Outer Banks (2020–)

Treasure hunts, teen drama, and sunkissed scenery—this Netflix series brings the perfect mix of mystery and coastal energy.

Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019)

Peter Parker goes on a European vacation, and chaos follows. A superhero road trip filled with laughs, heart, and one very angry elemental.

Mamma Mia! (2008)

ABBA, a Greek island, and pure sunshine. If you're not dancing by the end, you're watching it wrong.

The Bear (2022–)

Hot kitchens, hotter tempers. This gritty, emotional drama about a Chicago sandwich shop is the perfect binge on a stormy summer day.

Call Me by Your Name (2017)

Sun-drenched Italian countryside, forbidden love, and peach symbolism—what more could you ask for in a summer film?

Anyone But You (2023)

A sunlit Aussie rom-com that delivers on charm and chemistry. Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney make this the season’s breeziest date night pick.

Stranger Things – Season 4 (2022)

Hawkins is heating up—and not just because of the Upside Down. The summer of '86 brings roller rinks, walkie talkies, and epic horror vibes.

Baywatch (1990s series or 2017 film)

Whether you're in for the vintage slow-mo or the Dwayne Johnson reboot, there's no denying the sand, surf, and sunscreen appeal of this beach icon.

Red, White & Royal Blue (2023)

This rom-com sizzles with political drama and royal romance. A modern summer fairytale that’s charming, cheeky, and totally rewatchable.

So grab a cold drink, hit play, and let these summer screen gems transport you—whether you're poolside, fireside, or couch-bound. Which one’s topping your watchlist?