What to Stream: 'Zootopia 2,' Oscars, Kim Gordon, 'One Piece' and 'Scarpetta'

New movies, music, and series coming to streaming platforms this week

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Taylor Sheridan's neo-Western family drama series 'The Madison' debuting on Paramount+ and the animated smash 'Zootopia 2' landing on Disney+ are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you. Also among the streaming offerings worth your time this week are the Academy Awards streaming on Hulu, Nicole Kidman bringing crime writer Patricia Cornwell's famed forensic pathologist character Kay Scarpetta to life in a new series, and Kim Gordon's third solo album, 'Play Me.'

Why it matters

This week's new streaming releases offer a diverse array of entertainment options, from the highly anticipated sequel to the hit animated film 'Zootopia' to the first-ever live stream of the Academy Awards. The new series and music releases also showcase the continued evolution of the streaming landscape and the creative talents shaping it.

The details

The animated smash hit 'Zootopia 2' comes to Disney+ on Wednesday, continuing the adventures of rabbit police officer Judy Hopps and her partner fox Nick Wilde. For the first time, the Oscars will be streamed live on Hulu on Sunday, March 15. On Friday, March 13, Kim Gordon will release her third solo album 'Play Me,' which features propulsive production and confrontational songs. Also on Friday, the heavy metal band Lamb of God will release their tenth studio album 'Into Oblivion.' New series include the second season of Netflix's 'One Piece,' based on the popular Japanese manga, and 'Scarpetta,' starring Nicole Kidman as the famed forensic pathologist, premiering on Wednesday.

  • The Academy Awards will stream live on Hulu on Sunday, March 15.
  • 'Zootopia 2' will be released on Disney+ on Wednesday, March 11.
  • Kim Gordon's album 'Play Me' will be released on Friday, March 13.
  • Lamb of God's album 'Into Oblivion' will be released on Friday, March 13.
  • The second season of 'One Piece' will premiere on Netflix on Tuesday, March 10.

The players

Judy Hopps

A rabbit police officer who is the main protagonist in the 'Zootopia' films.

Nick Wilde

A fox who is Judy Hopps' partner in the 'Zootopia' films.

Kim Gordon

A revolutionary force in the alternative rock band Sonic Youth and the '80s New York no wave scene.

Lamb of God

A veteran American heavy metal band releasing their tenth studio album 'Into Oblivion'.

Nicole Kidman

An acclaimed actress who will be portraying the famed forensic pathologist character Kay Scarpetta in a new series.

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What they’re saying

“I called it 'a more timid and tame movie that leans largely on the (still winning) duo of Hopps and Wilde.'”

— Robert Towne, AP Film Writer (kob.com)

“It's full of propulsive production and confrontational songs that possess a keen ability to process and reflect the world.”

— Maria Sherman, AP Music Writer (kob.com)

What’s next

The second season of the 'One Piece' live-action series on Netflix will premiere on Tuesday, March 10, continuing the adventures of Monkey D. Luffy and his Straw Hat pirate crew.

The takeaway

This week's new streaming releases showcase the continued evolution and diversity of entertainment options available to audiences, from highly anticipated sequels and live awards shows to innovative new series and music from acclaimed artists. The breadth of these offerings underscores the growing influence and impact of the streaming landscape on the entertainment industry.