Honestly, we all know why everyone is looking at the calendar right now. It is the month of "Yes, Chef." But if you think new on Hulu June 2025 starts and ends with Carmy’s stress-induced fever dreams, you are missing about 90% of the actual picture.
Hulu is leaning hard into a "Summer of Sci-Fi and Stress" vibe this year. They’ve basically decided to clear out their storage unit of blockbuster franchises on June 1st and then pepper the rest of the month with some of the weirdest, most specific original content we've seen in a minute.
The Headliner: The Bear Season 4
Let’s just get the big one out of the way. The Bear Season 4 officially drops all 10 episodes on June 25, 2025.
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If you remember how Season 3 ended—with that brutal Chicago Tribune review notification popping up on Carmy’s phone—you know the vibe is going to be frantic. The logline for this season is kind of ominous: "The pursuit of excellence isn't just about getting better – it's about deciding what's worth holding on to."
Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach are all back. Expect more kitchen-timer anxiety and probably a few more cameos that make you yell at your TV. Interestingly, rumors are swirling about a "very special wedding episode" later in the season.
The Predator Universe Just Expanded
While most people are talking about The Bear, the real surprise of the new on Hulu June 2025 lineup is the animated pivot for one of the most iconic hunters in cinema history.
On June 6, we get Predator: Killer of Killers.
This isn't just some cheap spin-off. It’s directed by Dan Trachtenberg, the same guy who saved the franchise with Prey. This film is an anthology of sorts, weaving together three different timelines:
- A Viking warrior trying to protect her son.
- A power struggle between a ninja and a samurai in feudal Japan.
- A WWII pilot who finds something way worse than enemy planes in the sky.
It feels like Hulu is trying to see if the Predator IP can handle the Love, Death & Robots treatment. Honestly? I’m here for it. Plus, they are dumping the entire Alien and Predator back catalogs on June 1st, including the crossover AVP movies, so you can do a full marathon leading up to the premiere.
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Documentaries and "Call Her Alex"
On June 10, the platform is dropping Call Her Alex. This is a six-part docuseries following Alex Cooper, the face of the Call Her Daddy empire.
It’s a behind-the-scenes look at her first-ever tour, but it also functions as a "how did we get here?" retrospective. Whether you love the podcast or find the whole "Father Cooper" brand exhausting, you can’t deny her business pivot from Barstool to a solo media mogul is a fascinating case study in modern fame.
Then, on June 23, there's Barbara Walters: Tell Me Everything.
It’s a heavy archival dive into Walters' career. For younger viewers, she might just be a name on The View, but this doc focuses on her breaking into the male-dominated newsrooms of the 70s and 80s. It’s a nice counterpoint to the TikTok-era fame explored in the Alex Cooper series.
A Massive June 1st Movie Dump
If you just want something to put on in the background while you fold laundry, June 1st is your day. Over 60 movies are hitting the service.
It's a weird mix. You have high-brow stuff like Richard Linklater’s Before Midnight and the heart-wrenching Beasts of the Southern Wild, sitting right next to Freddy Got Fingered and Dude, Where’s My Car? The variety is actually kinda chaotic. One minute you're watching the intense sci-fi of Edge of Tomorrow (highly recommend if you missed it), and the next you're invited to a Mamma Mia! double feature.
Key Dates to Circle
- June 3: Presence (2025) – A supernatural thriller that’s been getting some quiet buzz.
- June 6: Not Her First Rodeo – A Freeform original docuseries about professional bull riding.
- June 11: The Snake – A new competition series where people basically lie to each other for money.
- June 13: Atsuko Okatsuka: Father – A new comedy special from one of the funniest voices in stand-up right now.
- June 17: SALLY (2025) – An original documentary you’ll probably see all over your social feed.
- June 30: The Actor – Starring Andre Holland and Gemma Chan. It’s a crime mystery based on the novel Memory. Perfect way to end the month if you’re tired of the heat.
The Anime Wave
Hulu has quietly become a massive hub for anime fans, and June is no exception. On June 3, they are dropping a huge batch of Season 1 completions.
We’re talking Yuri on Ice, Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid, and the oddly titled I’ve Somehow Gotten Stronger When I Improved My Farm-Related Skills. Later in the month, specifically June 23, they add Helck and My Isekai Life. If you're into the "reincarnated into another world" trope, you’re going to be busy.
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What Most People Get Wrong About Hulu Schedules
People often forget that Hulu is basically the digital arm of FX and Disney’s "grown-up" content.
This means that while the new on Hulu June 2025 list looks like a random pile of movies, there is a strategy here. They are positioning The Bear as the anchor, but they are using the Predator and Alien library to keep people on the app for the other 29 days of the month.
Also, keep an eye on The 1% Club Season 2 which starts on June 12. It’s one of those game shows that is way more addictive than it has any right to be.
Actionable Insights for Subscribers
If you want to maximize your subscription this month, don't just wait for the 25th.
Start with the Alien marathon on the first weekend. It’s the perfect lead-up to the Alien: Earth series coming later this summer. By the time you finish the franchise, Predator: Killer of Killers will be live.
If you are a fan of The Bear, go back and re-watch the Season 3 finale around June 20th. The show moves so fast that you’ve probably forgotten the specific details of the restaurant’s financial situation—and that’s going to be a major plot point for the new episodes.
Finally, check out The Actor on June 30th. Andre Holland is one of those actors who is consistently incredible but doesn't always get the "A-list" spotlight he deserves. It’s a noir-style mystery that should be a great "cool down" after the intensity of the rest of the month.
To get the most out of your viewing:
- Update your "My Stuff" list on June 1st to include the Alien collection so you don't lose track of them in the "New" section.
- Set a reminder for June 25 at 8 PM ET if you want to watch The Bear as soon as it drops to avoid spoilers.
- Download the anime episodes early if you're planning any summer travel; the batch dropping on June 3rd is perfect for long flights.