July was a whirlwind month for Hulu, with the addition of classics like My Cousin Vinny (1992) to the spectacular debut of Palm Springs. August brings Hulu’s latest slate which includes many more exciting titles. Most notably, a handful of Star Trek works arrive on planet Hulu along with Top Gun, Casino Royale, and the streaming service’s latest original, The Binge.
There are also a few 2020 films being added to the platform, such as the horror Behind You and drama The Roads Not Taken. Although both of these films were not well received, now’s the chance to see for yourself. Not willing to make the gamble? We recommend you take comfort in the slew of Star Trek titles or finally catch up on any cult or major hits on your list. Besides the previously listed, you have the original Child’s Play, Hellraiser, and My Bloody Valentine at your disposal. If those don’t appeal to your taste either then maybe these other recommendations will.
Our Recs:
Slay the Dragon
A definite recommendation is Magnolia Pictures’ Slay the Dragon. As the next United States presidential election quickly approaches, a documentary about gerrymandering is worth a watch. The film is an informative work on the horrific effects of gerrymandering in America, an issue which politicians on both sides of the spectrum use to manipulate voting.
The Peanut Butter Falcon
One of the most worthwhile indie gems of 2019, The Peanut Butter Falcon is just as riveting as it is heartwarming. Following two people from completely different worlds in the most unlikely of tales, the film set a new bar for special needs representation in film last year. Shia LaBeouf, Dakota Johnson, and rising star Zack Gottsagen make this a must watch for the streaming service.
3:10 to Yuma
Now couldn’t be a better time to visit James Mangold’s 3:10 to Yuma. See the visionary director utilize his eye for western cinema to the highest degree. Many argue that his 2007 remake lead by Christian Bale and Russell Crowe is better than the 1957 original. It’s hard to argue against this when the remake is jam-packed with talent and executed so precisely. Settle the debate while you enjoy what is still one of the 2000’s most thrilling genre films.
Hulu’s Arrivals for August 2020
Coming August 1
Monchhichi: Season 1B
The Pier (El Embarcadero): Seasons 1 & 2
UniKitty: Season 2B
71 (2015)
3:10 to Yuma (2007)
A Good Woman (2006)
A Perfect Murder (1998)
Australia (2008)
The Brothers McMullen (1995)
Cats & Dogs (2001)
Child’s Play (1988)
City Slickers (1991)
City Slickers 2: The Legend of Curly’s Gold (1994)
Company Business (1991)
Death At A Funeral (2010)
Elena Undone (2010)
Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994)
Free Fall (2013)
Gayby (2012)
Hellraiser (1987)
Hurricane Bianca (2016)
Just Charlie (2017)
The Last Stand (2013)
Legend Of The Guardians: The Owls Of Ga’Hoole (2010)
Margin Call (2011)
Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003)
My Best Friend’s Wedding (1997)
My Bloody Valentine (1981)
Pit Stop (2013)
Rain Man (1988)
Rustlers’ Rhapsody (1985)
Safe (2012)
The Saint (1997)
Sleeping with the Enemy (1991)
Sordid Lives (2000)
Spare Parts (2015)
Stanley & Iris (1990)
Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982)
Star Trek III: The Search for Spock (1984)
Star Trek V: The Final Frontier (1989)
Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country (1991)
Star Trek: Insurrection (1998)
Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979)
Stuck On You (2003)
Top Gun (1986)
Ultraviolet (2006)
Up in the Air (2009)
Were The World Mine (2008)
Coming August 2
Coming August 3
Dora and the Lost City of Gold (2019)
Ordinary Love (2019)
Coming August 6
The Real Housewives of Orange County: Season 14
The Peanut Butter Falcon (2019)
Slay the Dragon (2020)
Coming August 7
The New York Times Presents: “This Is Dominic Fike: The Next Big Thing?”: New Episode (FX on Hulu)
Coming August 10
Hard Night Falling (2019)
Lucky Day (2019)
Coming August 11
Alive And Kicking (2016)
Monster’s Ball (2001)
Coming August 12
Smile Down the Runway: Season 1, Episodes 1-12 (DUBBED)
Coming August 14
Bernie The Dolphin 2 (2019)
Coming August 15
A Crime to Remember Season 4
Bake You Rich Season 1
Caribbean Life Season 16
Chopped Season 40 & 41
Christina On The Coast Season 1
Honeymoon Hunters Season 1
House Hunters International Season 129 – 134
Island Life Season 15
Mediterranean Life Season 1
Murder in Paradise Season 1
Naked and Afraid Seasons 9 & 10
Property Brothers: Buying & Selling Season 6
Say Yes to the Dress Season 17
Sword Art Online: Alicization: Season 1 (DUBBED)
Worst Bakers in America: Season 1
Worst Cooks in America: Season 16
Coming August 16
Behind You (2020)
Coming August 18
The Cup (2012)
Coming August 20
Daffodils (2019)
Unacknowledged (2017)
Coming August 21
Find Me In Paris: Complete Season 3 (Hulu Original)
Coming August 22
Love in the Time of Corona: Series Premiere
Coming August 23
Blindspot: Season 5
Coming August 24
The Roads Not Taken (2020)
Coming August 26
Mom: Season 7
Coming August 28
The Binge (2020) (Hulu Original)
Coming August 31
Casino Royale (2006)
Primal (2019)
Quantum of Solace (2008)
The Courier (2019)