What to Stream: ‘Wicked: For Good’ soundtrack, Ted Danson, ‘The Bad Guys 2′ and Black cowboys

Entertainment Weekly Roundup: What’s New in Streaming, Music, and Gaming

Ted Danson returns to Netflix in the second season of “A Man on the Inside,” while Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo showcase their vocal talents on the newly released “Wicked: For Good” soundtrack this week. These highlights represent just a fraction of the entertainment offerings available across streaming platforms in the coming days.

In film, Netflix will debut “Train Dreams” on November 21, featuring Joel Edgerton as Robert Grainier, a railroad worker navigating the changing landscape of the early 20th century Pacific Northwest. The film comes from the creative team behind last year’s “Sing Sing,” with Clint Bentley directing and co-writing with Greg Kwedar, adapting Denis Johnson’s acclaimed novella.

Also arriving on November 21 is DreamWorks Animation’s “The Bad Guys 2,” streaming on Peacock. The sequel brings back the reformed criminal gang of animals, voiced by Sam Rockwell, Awkwafina, Craig Robinson, Anthony Ramos, and Marc Maron, who face off against a new rival team called the Bad Girls. Critics have noted the sequel’s ambitious but somewhat scattered plot that extends into space.

For those seeking dark comedy, “The Roses” offers a modern take on the 1989 film “The War of the Roses.” Directed by Jay Roach (“Meet the Parents”) and written by Tony McNamara (“Poor Things”), the remake stars Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch as a couple whose relationship devolves from loving to viciously antagonistic.

On the music front, Friday marks the official release of the “Wicked: For Good” soundtrack, coinciding with the film’s theatrical debut. Fans can stream standout tracks like Ariana Grande’s “The Girl in the Bubble,” Cynthia Erivo’s “No Place Like Home,” and performances from Jeff Goldblum and Jonathan Bailey.

Rock legends Aerosmith are releasing new music despite recently concluding their “Peace Out: The Farewell Tour,” which was cut short due to Steven Tyler’s permanent vocal cord injury. The band has collaborated with young rock artist Yungblud on a new EP titled “One More Time,” featuring the anthemic opener “My Only Angel.”

Television offerings include the Swedish drama “Vanguard,” debuting Tuesday on Viaplay. The series chronicles the life of Jan Stenbeck, one of Europe’s most influential media moguls, with themes of ambition, betrayal, and sibling rivalry reminiscent of HBO’s “Succession.”

Ted Danson’s comedy “A Man on the Inside” returns to Netflix for its second season on Thursday. After spending the first season undercover in a retirement home, Danson’s character Charles, a widower-turned-amateur detective, now infiltrates a college campus to solve a new case. The second season features a special addition with Danson’s real-life wife Mary Steenburgen joining the cast as his love interest.

Thriller fans can look forward to “The Assassin” on AMC+, starring Keeley Hawes (“Bodyguard”) as a retired assassin whose peaceful life on a Greek island is disrupted when her estranged son (Freddie Highmore) arrives. Their reunion quickly becomes a fight for survival as danger finds them.

Jordan Peele explores an often-overlooked aspect of American history in “High Horse: The Black Cowboy,” a three-part documentary series premiering Thursday on Peacock. The series examines how Black cowboys have been systematically erased from both popular culture and historical narratives.

For gamers, Nintendo offers “Kirby Air Riders” on Thursday. Designed by Masahiro Sakurai, the creative mind behind Super Smash Bros., the game combines racing with combat elements. Players can use Kirby’s signature “inhale” technique to absorb opponents’ skills, adding a chaotic twist to traditional racing gameplay.

This week’s diverse entertainment lineup ensures there’s something for everyone across multiple platforms, whether you’re in the mood for musical theater, documentary exploration, animated adventures, or competitive gaming.