June was an incredible month for OTT enthusiasts, with great releases like Lust Stories 2, Jack Ryan 4, Asur 2 and many more. Now, the focus shifts to the new releases coming up this month. July is also expected to be a joyful month for cinephiles as some most awaited movies and shows are set to arrive on various OTT platforms. Here’s a look at 7 exciting OTT releases of the first week of July 2023 (July 1, 2023, to July 7, 2023).
Shadow Detective Season 2
Release Date: July 5, 2023.
OTT Platform: Hotstar
The 2022 crime thriller South Korean drama series is returning for another exciting season. The show is set one and a half years after the disappearance of Friend as old detective Taekrok embarks on his final fights against the sinister force to protect his people.
The Lincoln Lawyer Season 2 Part 1
Release Date: July 6, 2023
OTT Platform: Netflix
Netflix’s hit legal drama The Lincoln Lawyer is back. This season is based on the novel The Fifth Witness (the fourth book in The Lincoln Lawyer series of books) by Michael Connelly. As Mickey Haller expands his business he represents Lisa Trammell, who is accused of murdering a wealthy man. Mickey, despite suspecting his client’s guilt, works to exonerate her. As the case progresses, Mickey discovers the victim’s own illegal activities, leading to personal danger.
Tarla
Release Date: July 7, 2023
OTT Platform: Zee5
Tarla is a biopic of iconic home chef Tarla Dalal who redefined Indian-styled cooking and the won hearts of millions. The slice-of-life movie directed by Piyush Gupta focuses on her journey in the world of cooking. In addition to Huma Qureshi, who plays the titular role, the movie also features Sharib Hashmi, Bharati Achrekar, Amarjeet Singh and Purnendu Bhattacharya.
Blind
Release Date: July 7, 2023
OTT Platform: JioCinema
Blind is a remake of the 2011 Korean film starring Sonam Kapoor as a visually impaired woman and Purab Kohli as a serial killer. It’s the story of a resilient, visually challenged woman who becomes a vital witness to a crime. She must meet the killer on her own to trace the unexpected turn of events and give testimony about the incident.
IB 71
Release Date: July 7, 2023
OTT Platform: Disney+ Hotstar
IB 71 is an espionage action film based on true events that were instrumental in India winning the 1971 war against Pakistan. The film revolves around the events when The IB learns that China-backed Pakistan would attack India as the situation in East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) reaches a breaking point. The movie received flawless reviews from viewers and is a must-add to your watchlist for July 2023.
Adhura
Release Date: July 7, 2023
OTT Platform: Amazon Prime Video
Adhura is a supernatural thriller set in an elite boarding school that hides a secret so dark and horrible it will shake the very foundations of the school and the lives of everyone connected to it. Directed by Ananya Banerjee and Gauravv K Chawla, the series features Ishwak Singh, Rasika Dugal, Shrenik Arora, Rahul Dev and Zoa Morani among others.
The Out-Laws
Release Date: July 7, 2023
OTT Platform: Netflix
The Out-Laws is a thrilling action-comedy drama starring Adam Devine, Nina Dobrev, Ellen Barkin, and Pierce Brosnan in prominent roles. Directed by Tyler Spindel, the movie follows the story of a bank manager who becomes convinced that his soon-to-be in-laws are a group of notorious outlaws when a bank heist occurs during his wedding week.
So, this is the list of seven exciting OTT movies and shows releasing in the first week of July 2023.
