What’s Streaming On Netflix Tonight: ‘The Incredible Jessica James’ + More

By Jade Budowski @jadebudowski
Published July 28, 2017, 6:00 p.m. ET

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Congratulations. You did it. You made it through the week. Thank God it’s Friday, and praise be there are so many great things to stream this weekend! In addition to Decider’s What To Watch recommendations for the evening, we’re here to fill you in on what’s new on streaming tonight.

Netflix is bringing their A-game this Friday with original comedy The Incredible Jessica James and the first season of new series Daughters of Destiny, while Amazon Prime Video is finally premiering their glorious adaptation of The Last Tycoon. So whether you’re feeling modern and liberated or looking for an old brand of glamour, there’s something for you to enjoy tonight. Not feelin’ it? No worries! Check out what’s new this weekend. Here’s what’s streaming this evening!

NEW ON NETFLIX

The Incredible Jessica James (2017): An aspiring playwright in New York strikes up a friendship with a recently-divorced guy while on the rebound from a break-up.
GENRE: Comedy/Romance
STARS: Jessica Williams, Chris O’Dowd, Noël Wells
ROTTEN TOMATOES: 90%
IMDB SCORE: 7.1

Daughters of Destiny: Season 1 (2017): In India, a group of young girls from impoverished families are profiled over seven years as they work towards a brighter future.
GENRE: Documentary
STARS: N/A
ROTTEN TOMATOES: Tomatometer Not Available 
IMDB SCORE: N/A

NEW ON AMAZON PRIME VIDEO

The Last Tycoon: Season 1 (2017): The Last Tycoon tells the story of Monroe Stahr, a dashing and talented studio executive who struggles to find his place within the movie industry and the world. Monroe is caught in a power struggle with his boss and mentor, Pat Brady, when a young Irish waitress catches his eye. Her spark just might be the fuel he needs to create a truly great and important film in his quest for power.
GENRE: Drama
STARS: Lily Collins, Matt Bomer, Kelsey Grammer
ROTTEN TOMATOES: 33%
IMDB SCORE: 7.9

Chef (2014): A head chef quits his restaurant job and buys a food truck in an effort to reclaim his creative promise, while piecing back together his estranged family.
GENRE: Comedy, Drama
STARS: Jon Favreau, Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson
ROTTEN TOMATOES: 33%
IMDB SCORE: 86%

None of these look appealing to you? Don’t forget about Decider’s What To Watch recommendations, which are sortable by genre, streaming service and even mood! Or check out what’s new on streaming for the entire month of July on the following services: