This week’s picks include a historical drama, a crime thriller, an intriguing love story and the return of one of Netflix’s biggest dating shows

t’s rare to have a week so jam-packed with exciting new releases across some of the biggest streamers, but viewers are well and truly spoiled over the next few days. From the return of a much-loved historical drama to a dark Irish comedy and a romance inspired by American ‘royalty’, here are the five must-watch TV shows to binge this week on Netflix, Disney+ and Prime Video.

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The Artful Dodger season 2

The highly anticipated return of Disney+’s Dickensian spin-off sees Jack Dawkins back on our screens for more action, drama and romance. Season two finds Jack once again getting into mischief with his old pal Fagin, while Port Victory’s new lawman sets his sights on hunting him down.

The series proved a hit when it debuted in 2023, and the new season promises to be even bigger, teasing “new characters and locations with more thrills, humour, heart, invention and deception than ever”. Fans will also be keen to see what lies ahead for Jack and Belle following her worrying aortic aneurysm at the end of season one.

The Artful Dodger season two lands on Disney+ on Tuesday 10 February.

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Cross season 2

For crime thriller fans, Prime Video’s compelling detective drama returns with its second instalment. Set in Washington D.C., the series follows Alex Cross, a homicide detective and forensic psychologist with an uncanny ability to get inside the minds of killers.

Based on James Patterson’s bestselling Alex Cross novels, the show was a major success when it launched in 2024, drawing around 40 million viewers in its first 20 days. With Aldis Hodge back in the lead role and another twist-filled mystery promised, season two looks set to continue that momentum.

Cross season two lands on Prime Video on Wednesday 11 February.

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Love is Blind season 10

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, Netflix’s hit dating experiment returns for a milestone tenth season. This time, 32 singles from Ohio take part in the now-iconic pod dating experience, hoping to find lasting love without ever seeing their partner face to face.

The Emmy-nominated series remains one of Netflix’s biggest reality hits, and season ten promises all the emotional highs, dramatic reveals and heartfelt connections fans have come to expect.

Love Is Blind season ten lands on Netflix on Wednesday 11 February.

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How to Get to Heaven from Belfast

Derry Girls creator Lisa McGee is back with this highly anticipated Irish dramedy-thriller. Starring Sinéad Keenan, Caoilfhionn Dunne and Roísín Gallagher, the eight-part series follows three childhood friends who reunite and travel across Ireland after learning that a fourth friend has died.

As the trio set out to uncover long-buried truths from their past, the series blends humour, heartbreak and suspense. With McGee at the helm and producers behind hits such as Outnumbered and Trigger Point involved, it looks set to be a standout new release.

How to Get to Heaven from Belfast lands on Netflix on Thursday 12 February.

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Love Story: John F Kennedy Jr & Carolyn Bessette

One of the most talked-about romances of the 1990s is being brought to the screen in this new drama from Ryan Murphy. Inspired by Elizabeth Beller’s book Once Upon a Time: The Captivating Life of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, the series explores the whirlwind relationship between John F. Kennedy Jr. and fashion publicist Carolyn Bessette.

Paul Anthony Kelly stars as JFK Jr., while Sarah Pidgeon takes on the role of Carolyn, offering an intimate look at their intensely scrutinised love story and life in the public eye.

Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette lands on Disney+ on Friday 13 February.