This final week of the month promises a diverse lineup of new series and highly anticipated films. Whether you’re looking for a quick binge-watch to close out the summer or a new film to check out, this list of premieres has something for everyone.
The Map That Leads to You (Film — Prime Video, August 20)
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The film The Map That Leads to You, premiering on Prime Video on August 20, is a romantic drama that follows a young woman named Heather (played by Madelyn Cline). Having just graduated from college, Heather embarks on a meticulously planned European vacation with her two best friends before starting her well-structured adult life.
However, her plans are completely upended when she has a chance meeting with Jack (KJ Apa), an enigmatic and adventurous stranger who lives his life without a map. Their instant attraction sparks an unexpected romance, leading them on an emotional journey across Europe. As their bond deepens, they are forced to confront secrets, difficult life choices, and the profound tension between a life that is planned and a life that is lived spontaneously.
Peacemaker (Season 2 – Series – Max, August 21)
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John Cena reprises his role as Christopher “Chris” Smith in Peacemaker’s second season on HBO Max beginning August 21, 2025, with new episodes releasing weekly. The eight-episode arc picks up one month after the new Superman film and launches into the new DC Universe (DCU) continuity. James Gunn returns as showrunner, writing all episodes and directing several key installments.
Peacemaker discovers an alternate world where life is everything he wishes it could be. But this discovery also forces him to face his traumatic past and take the future into his own hands.
Eden (Film – Cinemas, August 22)
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Based on the shocking true story of a group of discouraged outsiders (played by Jude Law, Ana de Armas, Vanessa Kirby, Daniel Brühl, and Sydney Sweeney) who abandon civilization, settling on a remote island where a power struggle unfolds and they discover that the greatest threat isn’t the climate or wildlife, but each other.
The film es 2hr and 9 minutes long. Prepare to be on the edge of your seat.
Honey Don’t! (Film – Cinemas, August 22)
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From director Ethan Coen, Honey Don’t! is a neo-noir dark comedy that centers on Honey O’Donahue (Margaret Qualley), a small-town private investigator in Bakersfield, California. When a young woman who had sought out Honey’s services is found dead in a car crash, Honey’s professional curiosity leads her to believe it was no accident.
Her investigation pulls her into a tangled web of bizarre deaths, shady characters, and a mysterious religious church run by a charismatic but sleazy leader, Reverend Drew (Chris Evans).
Invasion (Season 3 – Series – Apple TV+, August 22)
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The sci-fi drama Invasion returns for its 10-episode third season, created by Academy Award-nominated and two-time Emmy-nominated producer Simon Kinberg (X-Men, Deadpool, The Martian) and David Weil (Hunters).
The series explores a global alien invasion through the eyes of characters from different continents. In season three, those individual storylines converge for the first time, as the central characters unite for a high-stakes mission to infiltrate the alien mothership. Their survival depends on cooperation, courage, and the strength of their combined experience.
The Terminal List: Dark Wolf (Series – Amazon Prime Video, August 27)
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The Terminal List: Dark Wolf is an upcoming prequel series to the hit Prime Video show, The Terminal List. The series is not a direct continuation but an origin story that delves into the past of Taylor Kitsch’s character, Ben Edwards. Chris Pratt reprises his role as James Reece in a guest capacity.
Ben is transitioning from a highly trained Navy SEAL to a CIA paramilitary operator in a world of covert operations. This series will expand the story and world of Terminal List.
The Thursday Murder Club (Film – Netflix, August 28)
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The Thursday Murder Club follows a quartet of seemingly ordinary retirees who share an extraordinary hobby: meeting weekly to solve cold case murders. Led by the sharp-witted Elizabeth (Helen Mirren), a former spy, the club also includes Joyce (Celia Imrie), a retired nurse; Ibrahim (Ben Kingsley), an ex-psychiatrist; and Ron (Pierce Brosnan), a former union activist.
Their cozy routine is shattered when a real-life murder takes place on their doorstep. Suddenly, their amateur sleuthing turns into a thrilling, high-stakes investigation.
My Life with the Walter Boys (Season 2 – Netflix, August 28)
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The new season will pick up right after the shocking finale of Season 1, which saw Jackie (Nikki Rodriguez) kissing Cole (Noah LaLonde) before abruptly leaving for New York. Now, after spending the summer away, Jackie is convinced to return to the Walter family ranch in Silver Falls by her guardian, Katherine.
Back in Colorado, Jackie faces the fallout of her decisions. She is determined to mend her relationship with Alex and Cole.
Caught Stealing (Film – Cinemas, August 29)
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Directed by Darren Aronofsky, Caught Stealing is a crime thriller that follows Hank Thompson (played by Austin Butler), a former high-school baseball prodigy whose career ended prematurely. Now living a quiet life as a bartender in 1990s New York City, Hank’s world is upended when he agrees to look after his eccentric neighbor’s cat. This seemingly simple favor unwittingly plunges him into the heart of the city’s dangerous criminal underworld.
This ensemble piece includes Zoë Kravitz, Regina King, Liev Schreiber, Matt Smith, Bad Bunny, and Vincent D’Onofrio.
The Roses (Film – Cinemas, August 29)
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The Roses is a satirical black comedy that centers on Theo (Benedict Cumberbatch) and Ivy (Olivia Colman), a seemingly picture-perfect couple with successful careers, a loving marriage, and great kids.
However, the facade of their ideal life begins to crumble when Theo is fired from his job and Ivy’s own career takes off. This shift in their dynamic ignites a tinderbox of fierce competition and long-buried resentment.
