3 new to Paramount+ shows you need to binge-watch this weekend (August 7-9)

These three new Paramount+ shows are a must-watch this weekend. Here's what you need to add to your watchlist.

This weekend, binge-watch three new Paramount+ shows: "Lioness" season 3, "Special Ops: True," and "The Challenge: Cutthroat" season 42.

"Lioness" season 3, a spy thriller series, follows CIA operative Joe McNamara (Zoe Saldaña) as she runs the Lioness program, inserting female operatives undercover in the war on terror. Fans of Saldaña and showrunner Taylor Sheridan will appreciate this season, filled with deadly operations and betrayals close to home.

"Special Ops: True," a docuseries with seasons 1 and 2, delves into the untold stories of the U.S. military's most dangerous and secretive missions, from Somalia to Afghanistan. Military history enthusiasts will enjoy this immersive exploration of these covert operations.

Finally, "The Challenge: Cutthroat" season 42 returns with a classic format, moving from MTV to Paramount+. Twenty people, veterans and rookies alike, compete in Thailand for $500,000. The catch? Each team's captain decides how the money is divided, and there's no stopping them from keeping it all. Reality show fans will find this season full of athletic competitors and messy drama, making it a must-watch for those eagerly anticipating each episode.

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