Didn’t snag Glastonbury tickets this year? No worries — you can still soak up the music magic from the comfort of your couch.
But Glastonbury isn’t the only headline this week.
Squid Game wraps up with its highly anticipated season 3 finale, Brad Pitt hits UK cinemas in the high-octane F1, and legendary game designer Hideo Kojima drops Death Stranding 2 — the long-awaited sequel.
Here’s your full guide to what’s dropping this week…
#1Stream Glastonbury: Over 90 Hours of Music Performances
By Mark Savage, Music Correspondent
The UK’s biggest music festival kicks off this Wednesday, as crowds flock to the Pyramid Stage for massive headliners like The 1975, Olivia Rodrigo, and Neil Young.
If you're not among the 140,000 lucky fans with a ticket to Glastonbury 2025, don't worry — you can catch all the action from home. broadcasting live all week with extensive coverage across TV, radio, and iPlayer, offering more than 90 hours of music from all the major stages.
To get you in the mood, the Glastonbury Hits Channel is already live on iPlayer, streaming legendary performances from past years — including sets by Oasis, Little Simz, The Who, and Lady Gaga.
And if you're making your way to Worthy Farm, skip the battle for a front-row spot at the main stages and head to the Avalon Field — arguably home to the festival's most underrated lineup this year.
You’ll get a full dose of 2000s nostalgia with Hard-Fi, The Fratellis, and Ash, discover fresh indie gems like Orla Gartland and Rachael Chinouriri, and honor Amy Winehouse’s legacy with a heartfelt tribute by her original band.
#2Netflix Wraps Up Squid Game with a Shocking Finale
Squid Game Bids Farewell as Final Season Drops This Friday
After captivating global audiences, Netflix's record-breaking series Squid Game is coming to a close this Friday.
Since its explosive debut in 2021, the first season amassed over 265 million views, earning the title of Netflix's most-watched series of all time. Season two followed closely behind, drawing 192.6 million views, ranking it third on the platform.
The story centers on Seong Gi-hun, a desperate man drawn into a high-stakes survival competition based on twisted versions of childhood games — all for a life-changing cash prize to clear his crushing debt.
Series creator and director Hwang Dong-hyuk described the show's ending as "bittersweet." While he originally envisioned a five-season arc, the story naturally found closure during the writing process. "I’m relieved to finally leave the Squid Game world," he said. "But it’s also sad to say goodbye to all the good memories."
Lead actor Lee Jung-jae shared a similar sentiment: "It hasn’t fully hit me yet… Maybe when I see how fans react, I’ll be ready to say goodbye to Seong Gi-hun and Squid Game."
#3Hideo Kojima's New Game: A Blockbuster Sequel with Hollywood Stars
By Tom Richardson, Newsbeat Reporter
Whether you see him as a storytelling genius or a cinematic showoff, there's no denying Hideo Kojima is one of the most influential game creators in the industry. And this week, the legendary developer is back with Death Stranding 2, launching Thursday on PlayStation 5.
The sequel continues the surreal, post-apocalyptic journey of Sam Porter Bridges, portrayed by Norman Reedus, as he hauls fragile cargo across a broken world. If you found the first game’s plot a little out there—you’re not alone. Kojima’s love for layered storytelling and long, film-style cutscenes is both admired and criticized.
But this time, early buzz suggests more refined, engaging gameplay, with varied mechanics and expanded environments, offering players more to do moment-to-moment.
Critics may scoff at the lengthy cinematics, but Kojima’s past writing has eerily predicted real-world events like online disinformation and even global pandemics. So maybe it’s wise not to skip those cutscenes—especially with a star-studded cast featuring Léa Seydoux, Elle Fanning, and Troy Baker.
#4Brad Pitt Hits the Big Screen in High-Speed Racing Film
Brad Pitt isn’t skimping on realism in his highly anticipated Formula 1 movie. The actor, along with co-star Damson Idris, was seen driving real F1-style cars at Silverstone during the 2023 and 2024 Grand Prix weekends, blurring the line between Hollywood and the high-octane world of motorsport.
Pitt takes on the role of Sonny Hayes, a veteran driver lured out of retirement to mentor a rising star for the fictional team APXGP.
Directed by Joseph Kosinski (Top Gun: Maverick) and backed by a pulse-pounding Hans Zimmer score, the film aims to deliver a cinema experience that’s as thrilling and authentic as race day itself. Expect sweeping shots of iconic tracks, nail-biting crashes, and adrenaline-fueled drama.
Formula 1 fans are in for a treat: the film is packed with Easter eggs and cameos from real-life F1 legends like Lewis Hamilton, and commentators David Croft and Martin Brundle.
Catch it in theaters starting Wednesday — engines ready!
#5This Week’s Top Highlights You Shouldn’t Miss
Jordan Gray's Transaction – premieres Tuesday on ITV2 and ITVX
Marvel's Ironheart – streaming Wednesday on Disney+
Amol Rajan Goes to the Ganges – airs Wednesday One and iPlayer
The Bear – Season 4 – all 10 episodes drop Thursday on Disney+
Lorde’s new album Virgin – officially releases Friday
M3GAN 2.0 – hits cinemas Friday with more AI horror thrills
24 Hours in Police Custody – returns Sunday on Channel 4
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