Key Highlights for July 8, 2026
Wednesday, July 8, brings a mix of season premieres, penultimate episodes, and new streaming arrivals. Apple TV leads with the return of Trying and the near-conclusion of Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed. Meanwhile, Paramount+ adds the tech-heist series Wardriver, and Disney+ continues the animated saga X-Men '97. On cable, Bravo's The Valley and Next Gen NYC serve up reality drama.
Morning and Afternoon Streaming (3:00 AM ET)
BritBox: A Woman of Substance
Emma, heavily pregnant, tries to build a new life in Armley while Edwin's fiancée grows suspicious. The period drama continues its emotional arc.
Paramount+: All the Queen's Men
Amp deals with family issues as Madam investigates a new suspect linked to her shooting. The drama thickens at the strip club empire.
Hallmark+: Christmas at Sea
Passengers on the Hallmark Cruise meet their favorite Hallmark stars, who offer guidance and support. A feel-good holiday special in July.
Apple TV: Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed (Penultimate Episode)
Custody hearings approach, conspiracy theories solidify, and an attack forces the fact checkers back into action. The series nears its finale.
Paramount+: The Oval
Jason throws the White House into chaos after Trent's body is discovered. Political intrigue escalates.
Apple TV: Trying (Season 5 Premiere)
The fallout from Nikki's lie continues. Kat's arrival threatens Nikki and Jason's family dynamic, setting the stage for a new season of challenges.
Paramount+: Wardriver (New to Streaming)
Cole (Dane DeHaan) prowls the city 'wardriving' — hacking wireless networks from his car and pulling off high-tech robberies while constantly on the move. A gritty tech-thriller.
Disney+: X-Men '97
An uneasy partnership between the X-Men and En Sabah Nur fractures as Rama-Tut pursues ultimate dominion. Former allies must choose sides in a conflict that threatens time itself.
Evening Cable (8:00 PM ET)
Bravo: The Valley
Michelle and Lacy get emotional; Jesse reveals a secret to Kristen about her future with Luke; Janet opens up to Lala about her past; tensions peak at Danny's birthday dinner.
Late Night (9:00 PM ET)
Bravo: Next Gen NYC
Ariana embraces a new chapter; Liam's unique hobbies make a big first impression; Emira discusses the pressures of content creation.
What Viewers Should Know
- Trying returns for Season 5 after a cliffhanger involving Nikki's lie.
- Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed is one episode away from its finale.
- Wardriver offers a fresh take on cybercrime with Dane DeHaan.
- X-Men '97 continues its time-travel storyline with classic villains.
Frequently Asked Questions
What new shows premiere on July 8, 2026?
Trying Season 5 premieres on Apple TV, and Wardriver debuts on Paramount+.
Which shows have finales or penultimate episodes on July 8?
Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed airs its penultimate episode on Apple TV.
Where can I watch X-Men '97 on July 8?
X-Men '97 streams on Disney+.