'Indian Police Force, The Marvels to Blue Beetle', films and shows on OTT this week

It’s time to wrap up the first month of the year. As we gear up to conclude the third week of January 2024, the upcoming weekend brings some major releases across streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus Hotstar, and others. From Rohit Shetty’s cop web series Indian Police Force to the DC Universe’s Blue Beetle, a lot of exciting films and shows are lined up for release this week. With so many options available, make a choice and enjoy this weekend with exciting films and web series.

OTT Releases this week

1. Indian Police Force

Release date: 19 January 2024

Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video

In yet another addition to his cop universe, Rohit Shetty’s Indian Police Force is all set to mark its debut on Amazon Prime Video this weekend. Featuring actor Sidharth Malhotra in the lead role, the show also features actors Shilpa Shetty Kundra and Vivek Oberoi in prominent roles. The show will revolve around how the Delhi Police Force will team up to hunt a terrorist after an attack on the city. Considering the popularity of Shetty’s hit cop films, fans remain excited ahead of the show’s release.

2. Blue Beetle

Release date: 17 January 2024

Where to watch: Jio Cinema

The DC Universe’s Blue Beetle will also mark its OTT release this week on Jio Cinema. The film revolves around a young Latino man Jamie Reyes who gains special powers after being chosen by the ancient Scarab. The story will show Jamie’s feat changes after being gifted with the incredible power. Directed by Angel Manuel Soto, Blue Beetle features Xolo Maridueña in the lead role.

3. The Bequeathed

Release date: 19 January 2024

Where to watch: Netflix

In a treat for Korean lovers, Netflix is bringing a South Korean thriller with The Bequeathed. Directed by Min Hong-nam, it revolves around a girl who inherits a burial ground only to get entangled in a web of murders and secrets.

4. American Nightmare

Release date: 17 January 2024

Where to watch: Netflix

A true docu-crime series focusing on the life of a couple named Denise and Aaron, the American Nightmare will premiere this week on Netflix. The series revolves around how Aaron calls 911 to report Denise’s kidnapping, just a day after facing a harrowing home invasion.

5. The Marvels

Release date: 16 January 2024

Where to watch: Disney Plus Hotstar

The 33rd film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, The Marvels will be released this week on Disney Plus Hotstar. The film is said to be the continuation of the 2022 miniseries Ms Marvel and the sequel to the 2019 film Captain Marvel. It will show how Carol Danvers aka Captain Marvel after regaining her identity from the Kree teams up with Kamala Khan and Monica Rambeau to save the universe.