Highly-acclaimed films and series launching on HBO Max in August 2025, boasting over 90% approval ratings on Rotten Tomatoes – don't miss out on streaming these top-tier productions.
Get ready for an exciting lineup of movies and TV shows on HBO Max! Here's a rundown of some of the titles you can expect to stream starting August 1.
In the world of cinema, we have two intriguing options. "The Woman King" (2022), directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, is a historical action movie that brings to life the story of the Agojie, an 1800s West African tribe made up entirely of female warriors. John Boyega plays King Ghezo, while Viola Davis takes on the role of General Nanisca, the fearless leader of the Agojie. With a Rotten Tomatoes score of 94%, this film is a must-watch for those who appreciate epic stories reclaiming African history on a blockbuster scale [1][3][4][5].
If you're in the mood for a classic Hollywood cinema title, "It's Always Fair Weather" (1955) is another option. This movie-musical follows the lives of three World War II soldiers who meet up in 1945, vow to return to the same bar in 10 years time, and find that their friendship is drastically different when they reunite. The directors of this timeless film are Stanley Donen & Gene Kelly [9].
Moving on to television, "Abbott Elementary" is a mockumentary-style sitcom that offers a humorous and heartwarming look into the lives of teachers at a Philadelphia public school. The show, written and starred by Quinta Brunson, has earned several Emmy awards in the comedy categories [7]. Season 4 of "Abbott Elementary" is set to arrive on HBO Max on August 23.
For those who enjoy comedy-drama, "You Hurt My Feelings" is a new addition to HBO Max. This film follows the story of a successful author and creative writing teacher, Beth, who questions her relationship after overhearing her husband's honest opinion of her new book. The runtime of "You Hurt My Feelings" is 93 minutes, and it is directed by Nicole Holofcener [6].
Last but not least, "The Peanut Butter Falcon" (2019) is another movie coming to HBO Max on August 1. This heartwarming adventure tells the story of a young man with Down syndrome who runs away from a nursing home to pursue his dream of becoming a professional wrestler. The movie has a Rotten Tomatoes score of 95% [8].
Whether you're in the mood for a historical action blockbuster, a classic movie-musical, a heartwarming comedy-drama, or a humorous sitcom, HBO Max has something for everyone this August. So, grab your popcorn and get ready for an unforgettable streaming experience!
[1] https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_woman_king_2022 [2] https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11008636/ [3] https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/its_always_fair_weather_1955 [4] https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0048105/ [5] https://www.hbo.com/movies/the-woman-king [6] https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11439680/ [7] https://www.hbo.com/abbott-elementary [8] https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7047872/ [9] https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0048499/
Embrace the diverse range of entertainment on HBO Max this August, including the gripping historical action film, "The Woman King," and classic movie-musical, "It's Always Fair Weather." For those loving comedy, don't miss out on the sitcom "Abbott Elementary" and the new comedy-drama, "You Hurt My Feelings." In the world of home-and-garden and gaming, find excitement in streamed entertainment as well.
