Tag: Upcoming Hollywood movies

Here are all the upcoming Hollywood movies releasing in August 2024:

Borderlands

Borderlands is getting the sci-fi action comedy treatment with a live-action film starring Cate Blanchett, Jamie Lee Curtis, Kevin Hart, Ariana Greenblatt and more as characters from the video games. The plot of the film directed by Eli Roth follows Lilith and her team going up against alien monsters and bandits across the dystopian world of Pandora.
Release date: August 9
Where to watch: Theatres

It Ends with Us

Directed by Justin Baldoni, It Ends with Us is based on the 2016 novel of the same name by author Colleen Hoover. Starring Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni, Brandon Sklenar and more, the film revolves around a girl who falls for a man right after college. However, when her first love reappears, complications arise.

Release date: August 9
Where to watch: Theatres

Alien: Romulus

The seventh instalment of the Alien franchise, Alien: Romulus is releasing this month. Starring Cailee Spaeny, David Jonsson, Archie Renaux and more, the film is directed by Fede Alvarez. The plot is set between the events of the 1979 film Alien and the 1986 film Aliens. The film will follow a group of space colonists who come across a terrifying life form in space.

Release date: August 16
Where to watch: Theatres

The Crow

Bill Skarsgard stars in the upcoming superhero movie based on the 1989 comic book series of the same name by James O’Barr. The film is about a musician, Eric Draven, who is killed by a gang along with his fiance. He gets his revenge when he’s resurrected. The role of Eric was played by Bruce Lee’s son Brandon Bruce Lee who sadly passed away after a firearm malfunction left him seriously wounded.

Release date: August 23
Where to watch: Theatres

Here are all the upcoming Hollywood movies releasing in July 2024:

Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F

In Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, Eddie Murphy reprises his role as Axel Foley in the iconic action-comedy franchise. The star reunites with some of his old pals including Judge Reinhold and John Ashton along with new faces including Kevin Bacon.

Release date: July 3
Where to watch: OTT

Space Cadet

Emma Roberts plays a party girl with big dreams to become an astronaut in the uplifting comedy Space Cadet. The film is a fun Elle Woods-coded watch with effortless performances from Roberts, Tom Hopper and Poppy Liu.

Release date: July 4
Where to watch: OTT

Despicable Me 4

The minions are back with their shenanigans in Despicable Me 4. The film sees Gru welcome a new family member. As he navigates the challenges of being a dad, a criminal who escaped from prison threatens to disrupt his life.

Release date: July 5
Where to watch: Theatres 

Longlegs

Longlegs follows FBI agent Lee Harker who is tasked with solving a series of murders in the ’90s. The investigation takes a dark turn when what looks like a serial killer case involves the occult.

Release date: July 12
Where to watch: Theatres 

Twisters

Starring Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell and more, Twisters is about professionals who track tornados. They experiment with tracking systems while trying not to get caught up in the storm.

Release date: July 18
Where to watch: Theatres 

Deadpool & Wolverine

The next big Marvel movie is almost here. Starring Ryan Reynolds who reprises his role as Deadpool and Hugh Jackman’s much-awaited Wolverine, Deadpool & Wolverine promises to give the MCU its new iconic duo.

Release date: July 26
Where to watch: Theatres 

As we step into the new year, January has already treated us to a variety of theatrical releases, setting the stage for an exciting lineup of upcoming movies. From heart-pounding action to side-splitting comedies, the carefully curated list below promises to captivate audiences of all tastes. Get ready to mark your calendars for a month full of entertainment at the cinemas.

Argylle – Feb 2

Director:Matthew Vaughn

Starring: Henry Cavill, Bryce Dallas Howard, Sam Rockwell, Bryan Cranston, Catherine O’Hara, Dua Lipa, Ariana DeBose, John Cena, Samuel L. Jackson

In this espionage thriller, author Elly Conway finds herself thrust into real-life spy adventures as the events in her own books mirror the actions of a sinister underground group. Aidan, an undercover agent, comes to her rescue, leading Elly into a hidden world where nothing is as it seems.

Madame Web – Feb 14

Director: S.J. Clarkson

Starring: Dakota Johnson, Sydney Sweeney, Celeste O’Connor, Isabela Merced, Tahar Rahim

Departing from the typical superhero narrative, this film follows paramedic Cassandra Webb, who gains the ability to see the future. Determined to bring about positive changes, Cassandra forms a connection with three young women facing important destinies. Together, they must navigate present dangers to move forward.

Bob Marley: One Love – Feb 14

Director: Reinaldo Marcus Green

Starring: Kingsley Ben-Adir, Lashana Lynch, James Norton, Daniel Melville Jr., Sevana, Hector Lewis, Tosin Cole

This biographical musical drama pays tribute to reggae icon Bob Marley, chronicling his journey from ascent to fame until his passing in 1981. The film celebrates the enduring legacy of Marley, whose messages of love and unity continue to inspire generations.

Land of Bad – Feb 16

Director: William Eubank

Starring: Liam Hemsworth, Russell Crowe, Luke Hemsworth, Ricky Whittle, Milo Ventimiglia

Set in the Philippines, the movie follows Reaper, a USAF drone pilot, providing air support to a US Army Delta Force team. After an unfortunate incident, JTAC officer Kinney becomes part of an extraction mission where the team relies on remote air support from Reaper to get him home.

Drive-Away Dolls – Feb 23

Director: Ethan Coen

Starring: Margaret Qualley, Geraldine Viswanathan, Beanie Feldstein, Colman Domingo, Pedro Pascal, Bill Camp, Matt Damon, Joey Slotnick, C. J. Wilson

This comedic adventure centres on Jamie, a free-spirited individual recovering from a breakup, and her reserved friend Marian, in need of excitement. Their spontaneous road trip to Tallahassee takes an unexpected turn when they encounter a group of bumbling criminals, derailing their plans for a fresh start.

The Equalizer 3 is the third and final instalment in the Equalizer trilogy, directed by Antoine Fuqua. In The Equalizer 3, retired US Marine and former DIA officer Robert McCall (Denzel Washington) returns to Southern Italy to escape his past. However, he discovers that his new friends are under the control of the Sicilian Mafia, and when things get really bad, McCall unleashes his past self to protect his friends. Dakota Fanning, Eugenio Mastrandrea, David Denman, Sonia Ben Ammar, and Remo Girone also appear in The Equalizer 3.

The Nun II is a supernatural horror film directed by Michael Chaves that is the ninth instalment in The Conjuring series. The Nun II follows Sister Irene (Taissa Farmiga) as she confronts the demonic force Valak at a boarding school in France four years after the events of The Nun. Jonas Bloquet, Storm Reid, Anna Popplewell, Bonnie Aarons, and Katelyn Rose also appear in The Nun II.

A Haunting in Venice is a supernatural mystery thriller directed by Kenneth Branagh that is based on Agatha Christie’s 1969 novel Halloween Party. It is the third instalment in Branagh’s Hercule Poirot film series. A Haunting in Venice is set in post-World War II Venice and follows Poirot (Branagh), who is now retired and living in his own exile. Poirot reluctantly agrees to attend a séance, and when one of the attendees is murdered, it’s up to him to figure out who did it. Kyle Allen, Michelle Yeoh, Jamie Dornan, Camille Cottin, Tina Fey, and Emma Laird also appear in A Haunting in Venice.