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April 2025
With spring in full swing, take a moment to appreciate the beauty of April's blooming flowers as you go about your day. And as the flowers bloom, so do your streaming premieres! From thought-provoking documentaries that will make you think to heart-pounding dramas that will keep you on the edge of your seat, there's something for everyone. Whether you're looking for a fun-filled movie or a series that's perfect for the whole family, April has something special in store. Check out this April StreamNow Insider to plan your upcoming TV time and get a sneak peek at the new releases. Don't forget to check out the handy day-by-day schedule in the New Streaming Releases section.
College basketball contest
Congratulations to Our 2025 March Mania Contest Winners!
 
In the end, UConn emerged victorious for the Women’s bracket, while Florida claimed the top spot for the Men’s bracket. Here are the winners of our WCVT March Mania contest:
 
Women’s Contest Prizes:
 
 
Men's Contest Prizes:
 
 
Congratulations to all our winners, and a big thank you to to everyone who joined in the fun and took part in this year’s contest.
 
Looking forward to next year, and we’re already gearing up for the exciting world of baseball. Go Sox!

Fresh From the Theater

Mufasa: The Lion King
Mufasa: The Lion King
TV-G — In flashbacks, the story introduces Mufasa as an orphaned cub, lost and alone until he encounters a compassionate lion named Taka, the heir to a royal lineage. This chance meeting sets off an expansive journey of an extraordinary group of misfits, each with their own destinies. Their bonds will be tested as they work together to evade a formidable and deadly adversary. (Disney+, Now Showing)
The Complete Unknown
The Complete Unknown
R — Timothée Chalamet stars as Bob Dylan in this captivating ballad about a true original. The film co-stars Edward Norton, Elle Fanning, and Monica Barbaro. Set in the influential New York music scene of the early 1960s, the movie follows the meteoric rise of 19-year-old Minnesota musician Dylan as a folk singer. His songs become a global phenomenon, topping charts worldwide. (Hulu, Now Showing)

Family-Friendly Fare

Blippi's Job Show
Blippi's Job Show
TV-Y — In this TV-Y series, Blippi and Meekah embark on a mission to explore various jobs. They venture into different fields, such as driving a monster truck, walking on the moon, performing a dance show, making pizzas, and shopping for groceries. The show doesn’t limit itself to big or small jobs; it offers a wide range of adventures that cater to different interests.  (Netflix, Premieres April 7th)
RoboGobo
RoboGobo
TV-Y — Kindhearted boy genius Dax adopts five adorable pets and forms Team RoboGobo, an ultimate superhero team dedicated to rescuing other pets in need. Equipped in their Robo-Suits, they bravely confront various, often absurd, animal villains. From battling the selfish ‘Gimme Pig’ to averting a natural disaster, and from helping a lost kitten find its way home to saving stray animals, Team RoboGobo consistently demonstrates their ability to save the day (and the stray)!  (Disney+, Premieres April 1st)

FAQ / Tutorial

Q. What are my options for filtering streaming content to make it suitable for family viewing?
 
A. We understand your concern, which is shared by many parents. While there are many excellent movies and series available for streaming, some may contain scenes that are too intense for family viewing, including excessive language, violence, sexual references, and drug use.
Here are several filtering options that you may want to research and try out. These options connect with major streaming platforms such as Netflix, Prime Video, Apple TV+, and more.
Family on devices
Here are several filtering options that you may want to research and try out. These options connect with major streaming platforms such as Netflix, Prime Video, Apple TV+, and more.
 
VidAngel
VidAngel allows you to skip and mute content you consider offensive in movies and TV shows, based on your selection from 100+ filters. Here's how it works: You connect your streaming services, set your filters, and use the VidAngel app to watch with those filters activated. More than 20,000 shows are available with filtering.
 
Enjoy Movies Your Way
This advanced video controller is designed to give you complete control of your viewing experience and allow you to watch major movies and TV shows the way you want. The drill-down menus let you see every filter option and fine tune your viewing details. You can even preview scenes to decide if they're appropriate or not.
 
Clearplay
You can enjoy family-friendly versions of the movies and TV shows you stream. Clearplay enables you to seamlessly skip scenes with language or graphic content you don't want to see, based on your selections from filtering options. These options put you in control of categories such as violence and sub-categories such as gory/brutal violence.

Live Streaming Events

Football offensive line
2025 NFL Draft
 
The 2025 NFL draft, the 90th annual meeting of National Football League (NFL) franchises to select newly eligible players, will be held at Lambeau Field and its adjacent Titletown District in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The draft will be available to watch via streaming on the NFL Network (channel 23), NFL+, ABC App, ESPN App, and NFL Game Pass International.
 
Here are the projected start times (Eastern) for each day of the draft:
 
  • Thursday, April 24th: Round 1 (8 p.m.)
  • Friday, April 25th: Rounds 2-3 (7 p.m.)
  • Saturday, April 26th: Rounds 4-7 (12 p.m.)
 
Gather your team and let’s experience the excitement together!

Popcorn Night

The Karate Kid
The Karate Kid – Parts 1, 2, and 3
PG — The Karate Kid, a classic coming-of-age story, marked the beginning of this iconic film franchise in 1984. The film follows the journey of high school student Daniel, who is taught to defend himself from bullies by the elderly martial arts expert, Mr. Miyagi (Pat Morita). In Part 2, released in 1986, Daniel accompanies his mentor to Miyagi’s childhood home in Okinawa. There, Miyagi visits his dying father and confronts his old rival, while Daniel falls in love and inadvertently makes a new rival of his own. Part 3, released in 1989, follows Daniel and Miyagi as they face revenge from the ostracized villain, John Kreese, with the help of a wealthy Vietnam War comrade who owns a toxic waste disposal business. With its thrilling karate action, these three films are sure to be a hit at your next Popcorn Night!  (Hulu, Premieres April 1st)

Documentaries and Docuseries

Pets
Pets
TV-PG — This documentary from director Bryce Dallas Howard, titled Pets, is a unique love story that explores the extraordinary bond between animals and their human companions, both children and adults, worldwide. From dogs and cats to pigs, goats, and even birds of prey, Pets takes viewers on a humorous and heartfelt journey that celebrates love, loss, and affection along the way. (Disney+, Premieres April 11th)
The Carters: Hurts to Love You
The Carters: Hurts to Love You
TV-14 — This two-part documentary, rated TV-14, delves into the personal lives of a family whose meteoric rise to fame was fueled by the musical careers of two brothers, Nick Carter (of Backstreet Boys) and the late pop sensation Aaron Carter. Through the eyes of their sister, Angel, the documentary unravels the intricate dynamics within the family that ultimately led to tragic deaths. (Paramount+, Premieres April 15th)

Original Films

Sea Lions of the Galapagos
Sea Lions of the Galapagos
PG — Narrated by Brendan Fraser, this captivating film introduces Leo, a charming sea lion pup who embarks on a journey of self-discovery alongside his mother, Luna. From the moment he’s born, Leo is brimming with personality and constantly up to mischief. Determined to forge his own path, Leo leaves his mother’s colony and sets out on a quest to find his own home. This lifelong adventure is filled with challenges and encounters with a diverse array of creatures, each one shaping Leo’s growth and development. (Disney+, Premieres April 22nd)
G20
G20
R — When the G20 summit faces a siege, U.S. President Danielle Sutton (Academy Award® winner Viola Davis) becomes the prime target. After narrowly escaping capture by the attackers, she must outwit the enemy to protect her family, defend her nation, and safeguard world leaders in this heart-pounding action-packed thriller. (Prime Video, Premieres April 10th)

Original Series

Ransom Canyon
Ransom Canyon
TV-MA — In this romance-fueled family drama and contemporary western saga, three ranching dynasties in Texas Hill Country battle for their land, legacies, and the people they love. Set against the sweeping plains and rolling rivers of the region, the show features horseback riding, heartache, and a mysterious cowboy who arrives in town, unraveling secrets from the past. (Netflix, Premieres April17th)
Government Cheese
Government Cheese
TV-MA — This surrealist family comedy, set in 1969 San Fernando Valley, follows the quirky Chambers family. They pursue lofty and seemingly impossible dreams, unburdened by the realities of the world. However, when Hampton Chambers is released from prison, his long-awaited family reunion doesn’t unfold as he had envisioned. (Apple TV+, Premieres April 16th)

New Streaming Releases

April 1st
America's Test Kitchen: The Next Generation — NR, Season 2. The kitchen heats up as eleven cooks vie for a cookbook option, a $100,000 prize, and more. (Prime Video)
 
April 2nd
Garnachas: Glorious Street Food! — TV-14, Documentary. Embark on a flavorful journey through Mexico’s vibrant street food scene, where the iconic garnacha reigns supreme, igniting passionate debates and fostering a sense of unity among its devoted fans. (Netflix)
 
April 3rd
Jurassic World: Chaos Theory — TV-PG, Season 3. In this animated action-adventure series, dinosaurs roam freely in a world filled with danger, chaos, and more dinosaurs. (Netflix)
 
New Streaming Releases

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