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Best New Movies To Watch On Hulu In August

Best New Movies To Watch On Hulu In August

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Whether you're looking to end your summer on a sweet note with a rom-com or get an early start on spooky season with a scary flick, Hulu has got you covered this month. From action films to kids' movies, the streamer has something for everyone.
Can't decide where to start? Check out 19 of the best recently added movies to watch on Hulu in August:
10 Things I Hate About You (1999)
Julia Stiles, Heath Ledger, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt lead this charming YA rom-com and modern retelling of Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew. We can still recite Kat's iconic poem to this day.Watch it on Hulu.
A Simple Favor (2018)
When single mom Stephanie's (Anna Kendrick) glamorous and mysterious BFF Emily (Blake Lively) suddenly disappears, she takes it upon herself to launch an investigation — and finds more than a few skeletons in Emily's closet. Bonus: Henry Golding. Refresh your memory and stream the OG before you watch A Simple Favor 2 (2025).Watch it on Hulu.
The Devil Wears Prada (2006)
An aspiring young journalist (Anne Hathaway) takes a job as an assistant to Miranda Priestley (Meryl Streep), the demanding editor-in-chief of Runway fashion magazine. It's the perfect time to squeeze in a rewatch before the sequel comes out.Watch it on Hulu.
Father Of The Bride (1991)
Steve Martin and Kimberly Williams shine as a father-daughter duo in this remake of the 1950 comedy of the same name. A bonus for Only Murders in the Building fans: Martin Short plays the wedding coordinator.Watch it on Hulu.
Forrest Gump (1994)
Tom Hanks takes viewers back in time for a wild journey through 20th century America in this critically acclaimed classic. Be sure to have some tissues on hand (and a box of chocolates).Watch it on Hulu.
Ice Age (2002)
Cool off with Manny (voiced by Ray Romano), Sid (John Leguizamo), and Diego (Denis Leary) as they team up on a mission during the Pleistocene ice age. Make it a marathon and stream Ice Age 2: The Meltdown (2006), Ice Age: Continental Drift (2012), Ice Age: Dawn Of The Dinosaurs (2009), and Ice Age: The Great Egg-Scapade (2016) as well.Watch it on Hulu.
Kick-Ass (2010)
Aaron Taylor-Johnson and a young Chloë Grace Moretz are a dream team in this darkly funny superhero flick based on the Marvel comic of the same name. Expect plenty of explosions.Watch it on Hulu.
Practical Magic (1998)
Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock star as sisters descended from a long line of witches tasked with using their magical abilities to destroy the evil spirit of an abusive boyfriend. A sequel is slated to be released on Sep 18, 2026.Watch it on Hulu.
Pretty Woman (1990)
Every rom-com fan knows this one: An unexpected romance blooms between a wealthy corporate raider (Richard Gere) and Hollywood sex worker (Julia Roberts). Think Anora (2024) but, like, the opposite.Watch it on Hulu.
Ready Or Not (2019)
A newlywed (Samara Weaving) is hunted by her husband's (Mark O'Brien) wealthy, devil-worshipping family in a twisted wedding night ritual. Sheesh, talk about your nightmare in-laws.Watch it on Hulu.
Robots (2005)
An inventor (voiced by Ewan McGregor) travels to Robot City and uncovers a CEO's evil plan to eradicate all of the "outdated" robots. This one hits differently in 2025.Watch it on Hulu.
Taken (2009)
Liam Neeson stars as an ex-CIA officer in this adrenaline-pumping action flick. When his teenage daughter and her best friend are kidnapped, he must do whatever it takes to rescue them before it's too late.Watch it on Hulu.
The Monkey (2025)
In this horror flick inspired by Stephen King's short story of the same name, Theo James takes on the dual role of twin brothers who are relentlessly tormented by a cursed toy monkey. Expect both screams and laughs.Watch it on Hulu on Aug 7.
Cheaper By The Dozen (2003)
Every 2000s kid has probably watched this movie a dozen times. Steve Martin, Bonnie Hunt, and Hilary Duff lead a packed cast in this delightful family comedy about a football coach and his twelve children.Watch it on Hulu on Aug 14.
Like Mike (2002)
Sports fans will have a ball watching a young Bow Wow shoot hoops with the pros in this fun comedy. And of course, the court is packed with plenty of cameos from the NBA.Watch it on Hulu on Aug14.
John Wick (2014)
Keanu Reeves stars as a legendary hitman who comes out of retirement to get revenge on the men who killed his dog (sounds fair, TBH). Make it an action-packed night and stream John Wick 2 (2017), John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum (2019) and John Wick: Chapter 4 (2023) as well.Watch it on Hulu on Aug 15.
Thanksgiving (2023)
This is no Charlie Brown's Thanksgiving. Eli Roth's grisly slasher centers on a small town tormented by a killer in a John Carver mask on Thanksgiving. The horror film serves up a stacked cast that includes Patrick Dempsey, Addison Rae, Milo Manheim, and more.Watch it on Hulu on Aug17.
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (2022)
Sometimes you just want a fun escape. Sonic fans will have a blast with this action-packed sequel that sees everyone's favorite hedgehog face off against a new nemesis: Knuckles. Watch it on Hulu on Aug 24.
Hell of a Summer (2023)
Wrap up your summer on a high note with this comedy-horror film from the minds of Finn Wolfhard and Billy Bryk. If you love summer-camp antics, masked killers, and a hearty amount of jokes sprinkled in between kills, this is the slasher for you.Watch it on Hulu on Aug 29.
What are YOU most excited to stream in August? Share your faves in the comments!
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