Streaming Now in the UAE: Your Ultimate Watchlist

From comforting rom-coms to adrenaline-filled sports drama and laugh-out-loud comedies, UAE streaming platforms are packed with fresh picks. If you’re stuck on what to watch next, here’s your easy guide to the shows worth adding to your queue.

On Netflix

Still Shining

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The vibe: Heartwarming and healing

A tender story about first love, second chances and emotional growth. Yeon Tae-seo and Mo Eun-ah reconnect a decade after parting ways, reopening old chapters and rediscovering what once brought them together.

Drive to Survive

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The vibe: Intense and exhilarating

The high-octane Formula 1 series returns, diving into the drama of the 2025 season. Expect fierce rivalries, emotional storylines and a behind-the-scenes look at racing’s biggest names.

Man vs Baby

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The vibe: Silly and chaotic fun

Rowan Atkinson brings classic physical comedy to this light-hearted series about a caretaker unexpectedly left in charge of a baby. Easy, laugh-out-loud entertainment.

Nobody Wants This

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The vibe: Funny yet grounded

An unlikely romance unfolds between a bold podcast host and a recently single rabbi. Expect humour, cultural clashes and heartfelt moments as they navigate love in the real world.

On Disney+

Only Murders in the Building

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The vibe: Quirky mystery-comedy

Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez team up in this witty whodunit about three neighbours who start a true-crime podcast after a suspicious death in their building.

Wonder Man

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The vibe: Playful superhero fun

Simon Williams discovers he has superpowers while navigating Hollywood life. Expect on-set chaos, humour and a fresh take on the superhero genre.

Percy Jackson and the Olympians

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The vibe: Epic and adventurous

Based on the popular book series, this fantasy adventure follows Percy as he discovers he’s the son of Poseidon and steps into a world of gods and monsters.

On Starzplay

Ghosts

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The vibe: Delightfully absurd

A couple inherits a mansion — and its ghostly residents. After gaining the ability to see spirits, Sam must juggle living with the afterlife in this playful comedy.

Young Sheldon

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The vibe: Warm and nostalgic

A charming prequel to The Big Bang Theory, this series follows young Sheldon Cooper growing up as a child genius in Texas, balancing science with family life.

On OSN+

The Paper

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The vibe: Smart workplace comedy

A mockumentary-style series set inside a struggling newspaper, blending newsroom chaos with sharp humour and big laughs.

Whether you’re in the mood for comfort viewing, epic fantasy, laugh-out-loud comedy or edge-of-your-seat drama, there’s no shortage of options across UAE platforms right now.

So grab your snacks, dim the lights and press play.