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Prime Video has steadily emerged as probably the most thrilling platforms within the streaming world, frequently including thrilling TV and movie titles to its ever-growing catalog. Not solely does it characteristic in style titles in its rising library, however Prime Video additionally produces dynamic originals, such because the upcoming motion film The Pickup and the romantic drama The Map That Leads To You. With that in thoughts, let’s check out all of the thrilling choices viewers will be capable of decide from on Prime Video in August.

‘The Addams Household 2’

Stream on August 1

These seeking to embrace spooky season slightly bit earlier this yr can accomplish that by having fun with the animated supernatural comedy The Addams Household 2, which serves as a sequel to the 2019 field workplace hit and follows the creepy and kooky clan as a distraught Gomez (Oscar Isaac) and Morticia (Charlize Theron) got down to bond with their ever-growing youngsters Wednesday (Chloë Grace Moretz) and Pugsley (Javon Walton) by taking the entire macabre-loving household on a cross-country trip in a haunted camper.

With the extra voice abilities of stars like Nick Kroll, Bette Midler, Snoop Dogg, and Invoice Hader, The Addams Household 2 chronicles the numerous misadventures the long-lasting household experiences whereas on the open street, as they cross paths with the extraordinarily bushy Cousin Itt, a mysterious scientist named Cyrus Unusual, and a few peculiar human-animal hybrids. Although the sequel didn’t impress most critics, many followers of the sequence loved the movie’s quirky and foolish humor. They felt it was made particularly to entertain youngsters (its target market), with viewers awarding it a strong B CinemaScore. Stream The Addams Household 2 on August 1.

‘The Pickup’

Stream on August 6

Comedy legend Eddie Murphy is again and able to serve up his signature fast-talking wit within the heist motion comedy The Pickup. The movie follows Murphy, who seems alongside Saturday Evening Stay alum Pete Davidson, as mismatched armored truck drivers Russell and Travis. After being ambushed throughout a routine money pickup, they discover themselves smack-dab in the midst of hazard when a felony mastermind (Keke Palmer) makes use of them as pawns for a good larger motive.

Directed by Tim Story (Barbershop, Experience Alongside) and produced by frequent Murphy collaborator John Davis (Daddy Day Care, Dolemite Is My Identify), the comedy follows the reluctant duo because the seasoned, no-nonsense Russell and the wild, carefree rookie Travis put aside their variations as they try and survive a day filled with sidesplitting chaos and peril. The Pickup additionally options Eva Longoria and Marshawn Lynch. It comes on the heels of Murphy signing a three-film take care of Amazon Studios wherein he may even develop authentic tasks for the streaming large. The Pickup is out there to stream on August 6.

‘Conclave’

Stream on August 9

Ralph Fiennes’ 2024 acclaimed political thriller Conclave climbed the streaming charts earlier this yr when Pope Leo XIV was elected the brand new chief of the Catholic Church, with audiences worldwide turning into fascinated by the method of choosing the revered place. Within the movie, Fiennes portrays a Cardinal who organizes a conclave to pick a brand new pope, just for the clergyman to find surprising secrets and techniques concerning the candidates and their former chief that would destroy the church itself.

Named among the finest motion pictures of the yr by each the Nationwide Board of Evaluation and the American Movie Institute, Conclave was each a important and business success, with standout performances from Fiennes and his co-star Isabella Rossellini, each of whom earned Golden Globe nominations. The drama received the Oscar for Greatest Tailored Screenplay and at present holds a 93% Rotten Tomatoes rating, with the Chicago Tribune praising Conclave, calling it “Glossy, assured and peppered with scrumptious portraits in pursuit, deceit and evasion.” Stream Conclave on August 9.

‘Flight Threat’

Stream on August 14

After years of taking part in protagonists who courageously save the day, Mark Wahlberg returned to his villainous roots when he headlined the motion thriller Flight Threat, wherein he portrays a hitman disguised as a pilot who units out to completely silence a mob accountant-turned-informant (Topher Grace) whereas he is aboard his switch flight, with the damaging killer going toe-to-toe with a decided Deputy U.S. Marshal (Michelle Dockery).

The taut, pulse-pounding flick is stuffed with exhilarating motion sequences and fast-paced leisure, and audiences will likely be on the sting of their seats as Dockery and Grace sq. off towards the demented hitman hundreds of ft up within the sky over the Alaskan wilderness. Mel Gibson directed the high-octane thriller, and though precisely what you are in retailer for throughout its hour-and-a-half runtime, Flight Threat is nonetheless a enjoyable and breezy viewing expertise that motion lovers will completely take pleasure in. It may be streamed on August 14.

‘The Map That Leads To You’

Stream on August 20

Primarily based on the J.P. Monninger novel of the identical title, the romantic drama The Map That Results in You chronicles the whirlwind relationship between a not too long ago graduated younger girl (Madelyn Cline) and a good-looking stranger (Okay.J. Apa) she meets whereas on a European summer time trip. Heather has her complete future mapped out, and she or he’s seeking to let unfastened and have enjoyable earlier than beginning her new profession, however an opportunity encounter with the passionate adventurer Jack has her seeing the world from a brand-new perspective.

Lasse Hallström is understood for steering poignant, celebrated classics like What’s Consuming Gilbert Grape? and The Cider Home Guidelines, so followers ought to count on him to as soon as once more ship an emotionally compelling story with endearing performances by its two proficient leads. Cline is understood for her function in Netflix’s Outer Banks and has most not too long ago appeared in I Know What You Did Final Summer time. In the meantime, Apa skyrocketed to fame when he starred as Archie Andrews within the teen drama sensation Riverdale. Followers can stream The Map That Results in You on August 20.

For a whole record of each film coming to Prime Video in August, test the record beneath.

August 1

• Magnificence and the Beast (1988)
• The Addams Household 2
• Licorice Pizza
• If I Keep
• Return to Treasure Island
• Lord of the Flies
• Killer Klowns From Outer House
• Texas Chainsaw Bloodbath 2
• The Chocolate Struggle
• Sherlock Knomes

August 4

• The Wolf of Wall Road
• Hellboy: The Crooked Man

August 6

• The Pickup
• Den of Thieves

August 7

August 8

August 9

August 11

August 14

August 15

• The Siege of Thorn Excessive
• Den of Thieves 2

August 16

August 18

August 20

• The Map That Leads To You
• John Wick

August 25