Best New Movies
Here are the latest theatrical releases in the U.S. for August 2025, along with a few upcoming titles:
🎬 Just Released — Early August 2025
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The Bad Guys 2 (Animation, Comedy, Crime)
Released August 1, this sequel to the DreamWorks hit features the familiar gang pulled into one final heist. A family-friendly caper for the end of summer . -
The Naked Gun (Comedy)
Also released August 1 in U.S. theaters, this reboot stars Liam Neeson as Frank Drebin Jr., alongside Pamela Anderson. A nostalgic riff on the classic slapstick franchise, it has received generally positive reviews and grossed ~$30 million so far .
🎥 Mid‑Month Releases
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Weapons (Mystery Horror Thriller)
Released August 8, directed by Barbarian’s Zach Cregger. Featuring a star-studded ensemble (Julia Garner, Josh Brolin, Benedict Wong), the film centers on a chilling mass disappearance of schoolchildren. It’s already been critically acclaimed, including a rare 100% Rotten Tomatoes score. -
Freakier Friday (Family Comedy)
Also out August 8, this Disney reboot reunites Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan in a chaotic, four-way body‑swap adventure. Fans of lighter fare will find this one aimed squarely at nostalgia and fun .
🎬 Later in August
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Nobody 2 (Action)—August 15*
Bob Odenkirk returns as Hutch Mansell in this high-intensity sequel directed by Timo Tjahjanto, joined by Sharon Stone and Colin Hanks. Expect explosive action and emotional stakes. -
Red Sonja (Sword & Sorcery)—August 13*
This high-fantasy reboot stars Matilda Lutz in the iconic title role. Produced by Samuel Goldwyn Films, it reimagines the classic comic-book heroine in a modern setting. -
Afterburn (Post‑Apocalyptic Thriller)—August 22*
Starring Dave Bautista and Samuel L. Jackson, this action‑driven feature deals with survival and betrayal in a dystopian setting, slated for select U.S. theaters on August 22 . -
Americana (Crime Thriller)—August 22*
Directed by Tony Tost, this drama stars Sydney Sweeney, Paul Walter Hauser, and Halsey, focused on a gritty criminal underworld and identity crises -
The Toxic Avenger (Horror/Comedy)
Premieres August 29, featuring Peter Dinklage and Elijah Wood in a comedic horror reboot of the classic cult property . -
The War of the Roses (Comedy)
Reimagined for 2025 with Olivia Colman, Benedict Cumberbatch, and Andy Samberg, this satire hits theaters August 29 . -
Caught Stealing (Crime Thriller)—August 29*
Directed by Darren Aronofsky, this gritty drama stars Austin Butler, Vincent D’Onofrio, and Liev Schreiber .
📋 Quick Schedule Overview
| Release Date | Title | Genre | Notable Features |
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| Aug 1, 2025 | The Bad Guys 2 | Animated Crime Comedy | Family animated sequel |
| Aug 1, 2025 | The Naked Gun | Comedy | Reboot with Liam Neeson |
| Aug 8, 2025 | Weapons | Mystery Horror Thriller | Critically praised, eerie mystery |
| Aug 8, 2025 | Freakier Friday | Family Comedy | Body‑swap reboot with Curtis & Lohan |
| Aug 13, 2025 | Red Sonja | Sword & Sorcery | High‑fantasy action |
| Aug 15, 2025 | Nobody 2 | Action | Bob Odenkirk returns |
| Aug 22, 2025 | Afterburn | Post‑Apocalyptic Thriller | Bautista and Jackson in survival drama |
| Aug 22, 2025 | Americana | Crime Thriller | Gritty, stylized crime drama |
| Aug 29, 2025 | The Toxic Avenger | Horror Comedy | Cult property reboot |
| Aug 29, 2025 | The War of the Roses | Comedy | Star‑studded satire |
| Aug 29, 2025 | Caught Stealing | Crime Thriller | Directed by Darren Aronofsky |