A wave of wide and limited releases brings horror, comedy, and global cinema to theaters this August.
As summer winds into its final stretch, theaters remain packed with fresh releases, from high-concept horror and family-friendly sequels to international dramas and concert events. Whether youâre looking to escape into a body-swap comedy, a psychological thriller, or a poetic foreign film, this weekâs theatrical slate offers something for every kind of moviegoer.
Leading the weekendâs wide releases is Weapons, the mysterious horror thriller from Warner Bros. starring Josh Brolin and Julia Garner. When an entire class of students disappears without a trace, a small town is thrown into chaos, suspicion, and paranoia. Helmed by Barbarian director Zach Cregger, this one promises elevated genre thrills and a chilling narrative.
Also debuting in wide release is Disneyâs Freakier Friday, the long-awaited sequel to the 2003 classic. Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis return as Anna and Tess, whose worlds are once again flipped upside downâonly this time, their newly blended families are caught in the middle. Equal parts heartwarming and chaotic, itâs a multi-generational comedy with a nostalgic twist.
Beyond the major studio debuts, a number of compelling indies and international titles are arriving in select theaters. Among them: Sudan, Remember Us, a poignant drama from Watermelon Pictures; Souleymaneâs Story, a wide release from Kino Lorber; and The Musicians, an artful European import via Outsider Pictures.
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the full list of new releases arriving in U.S. theaters this week:
August 5, 2025
What If⦠| Fathom Events, Limited
August 6, 2025
Sketch | Angel Studios, Limited
August 7, 2025
Stans | AMC Theatres, Wide
DCI 2025: Big, Loud, Live | Fathom Events, Special Engagement
August 8, 2025
Weapons | Warner Bros. Pictures, Wide
Freakier Friday | Walt Disney Studios, Wide
Sudan, Remember Us | Watermelon Pictures, Limited
Souleymaneâs Story | Kino Lorber, Wide
The Musicians | Outsider Pictures, Limited
My Motherâs Wedding | Vertical Entertainment, Limited
Strange Harvest | Roadside Attractions, Limited
Site | Blue Fox Entertainment, Limited
Boys Go To Jupiter | Cartuna, Limited
The Lovers on the Bridge | Janus Films, Limited Re-Release
Ebony and Ivory | Drafthouse Films, Limited
Shaman | Well Go USA Entertainment, Limited
August 9, 2025
Runseokjin EP Tour in Amsterdam: Live Viewing | Trafalgar Releasing, Limited
Whether youâre looking for a high-stakes horror flick, a music-driven live event, or a small indie with big heart, August continues to deliver one of the most diverse theatrical calendars of the year.
What are you planning to watch?
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