It’s the weekend and you have no plans to go outside. Well, don’t worry we got you. You can do many things on a weekend at home, but nothing beats lounging in bed, ordering food, and binge-watching a new movie or TV show. We are into the second week of August, and knowing what new titles are released in theatres and OTT platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, and Apple TV+ always comes in handy. Packed with big entertainment, this long list of new movies and show releases has something for everyone.
The Influencer
Release date: August 6, 2024
Where to watch: Netflix
Total episodes: 16
Summary: Directed by Lee Jae-seok and Son Soo-jung, the Korean reality TV series ‘The Influencer’ stars Jang Keun-suk, Risabaem Chahong, Jin Yong-jin, OKING, and more. This series pits a total of 77 elite influencers against each other in the high-stakes social survival battle for prize money and title.
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Rising Impact (Season 2)
Release date: August 6, 2024
Where to watch: Netflix
Total episodes: 14
Summary: Directed by Hitoshi Nanba and voice starring Misaki Kuno, You Taichi, Yumiri Hanamori, Atsumi Tanezaki, and more. The new season of the anime ‘Rising Impact’ chronicles the life of third-grader Gawain Nanaumi and his quest to become the best golfer in the world with the help of a female pro golfer Kiria Nishin.
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The Zone: Survival Mission (Season 3)
Release date: August 7, 2024
Where to watch: Disney+
Total episodes: 8
Summary: Directed by Jo Hyo-jin the new season of the Korean mystery variety show ‘The Zone: Survival Mission’ follows cast members Yoo Jae-suk, Lee Kwang-soo, and Kwon Yu-ri who are sent into simulated disaster scenarios to test their endurance and survival skills.
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Lolo and the Kid
Release date: August 7, 2024
Where to watch: Netflix
Summary: Directed by Benedict Mique, the Philippine family drama movie ‘Lolo and the Kid’ stars Euwenn Mikaell, JK Labajo, Joel Torre, Iza Calzado, and more. The film follows an old man and a young child who routinely con the wealthy. However, their special and inseparable bond is put to the test when a life-changing opportunity arises.
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The Umbrella Academy (Season 4)
Release date: August 8, 2024
Where to watch: Netflix
Total episodes: 6
Summary: Created by Steve Blackman, the fourth and final season of ‘The Umbrella Academy’ stars Aidan Gallagher, Tom Hopper, Elliot Page, Emmy Raver-Lampman, David Castañeda, Robert Sheehan, and more. It continues the story of superhero siblings who reunite after six years for the last time to end the chaos.
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One Fast Move
Release date: August 8, 2024
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
Summary: Directed by Kelly Blatz and starring KJ Apa, Eric Dane, Maia Reficco, and Edward James Olmos, the American action film ‘One Fast Move’ revolves around an aspiring motorcycle racer who wants to reconnect with his estranged father. His life changes when a motorcycle shop owner decides to lend him a helping hand.
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Shahmaran (Season 2)
Release date: August 8, 2024
Where to watch: Netflix
Total episodes: 6
Summary: Directed by Umur Turagay, season 2 of the Turkish fantasy-drama series ‘Shahmaran’ stars Burak Deniz, Serenay Sarıkaya, Mustafa Uğurlu, Mert Ramazan Demir, Mahir Günşiray, and more. It continues the story of a young woman Şahsu who finds her soul mate in Maran, a part of an ancient legend.
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Are You Sure?!
Release date: August 8, 2024
Where to watch: Disney+
Total episodes: 8
Summary: Starring Park Ji-min and Jeon Jung-kook of BTS, ‘Are You Sure?!’ is a travel show following the dynamic duo as they adventure across New York in the USA, Sapporo in Japan, and Jeju Island in South Korea.
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Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba (Hindi)
Release date: August 9, 2024
Where to watch: Netflix
Summary: Directed by Jayprad Desai, the romance thriller film ‘Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba’ stars Tapsee Pannu, Vikrant Massey, and Sunny Kaushal. The sequel to the 2021 film ‘Haseen Dillruba’ follows lovebirds Rani and Rishu after they escape the police.
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Mission: Cross
Release date: August 9, 2024
Where to watch: Netflix
Summary: Directed by Lee Myung-hoon, the South Korean comedy action film ‘Mission: Cross’ stars Hwang Jung-min, Yum Jung-ah, Jeon Hye-jin, and more. It chronicles the life of Gang-mu, a hard-working househusband and a former special forces officer, and his wife, Mi-sun, a violent crime detective.
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The Instigators
Release date: August 9, 2024
Where to watch: Apple TV+
Summary: Directed by Doug Liman, ‘The Instigators’ is a thriller comedy film starring Matt Damon, Hong Chau, Casey Affleck, Michael Stuhlbarg, and Paul Walter Hauser. It follows Rory and Cobby who are forced to work together to rob a corrupt politician. However, things change when the heist goes wrong.
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It Ends with Us
Release date: August 9, 2024
Where to watch: Theatres
Summary: Directed by Justin Baldoni, the American romantic drama film ‘It Ends with Us’ stars Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni, Brandon Sklenar, Jenny Slate, and Hasan Minhaj. Based on Colleen Hoover’s best-selling novel of the same name, the film follows Lily Bloom whose simple life turned upside down due to her toxic relationship with charming neurosurgeon Ryle Kincaid.
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Romance in the House
Release date: August 10, 2024
Where to watch: Netflix
Total episodes: 12
Summary: Directed by Kim Da-ye, the South Korean romance drama ‘Romance in the House’ stars Ji Jin-hee, Kim Ji-soo, Son Na-eun, and Choi Min-ho. It follows bankrupt Byeon Moo-jin, who reunites with his family 14 years later as a multi-billionaire.
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