Stream it: August is action-packed with ‘Alien: Earth,' ‘Eyes of Wakanda' and ‘The Pickup'
'Chief of War'
Jason Momoa ('Aquaman') developed and stars in this gripping historical drama about his native Hawaii. Kaʻiana (Momoa) is a seafaring explorer who is drawn into a bloody civil war and colonial violence when the British arrive on the islands. The series pays especially close attention to historical accuracy, using Hawaiian dialects from the 19th century and even building reproductions of authentic war canoes from local materials, with help from the staff at the Honolulu archiving institute Awaiaulu. Momoa shines as a brooding and conflicted hero combating the destruction of his homeland.
Watch it: Streaming on Apple TV+ starting Friday, Aug. 1.
'The Pickup'
Eddie Murphy returns to the action-comedy genre and Pete Davidson is along for the ride in 'The Pickup.' The two play armored-truck drivers when their vehicle is hijacked by a professional thief (Keke Palmer). As the plan goes south, she pivots to making the hapless pair rob a casino. Having two of the funniest and most talented 'Saturday Night Live' alumni dodging explosions while bantering is a great way to spend any 90 minutes. Tim Story ('Ride Along') directs.
'Alien: Earth'
The Predator recently received a new series on streaming, and now it's the Xenomorphs' turn. A fight with the extraterrestrials on Earth has been teased since 'Alien: Resurrection,' and showrunner Noah Hawley ('Fargo,' 'Legion') is bringing it to life. When a spaceship filled with Xenomorphs crashes into Earth in 2120, a group of synthetic humans led by Wendy (Sydney Chandler) are sent to investigate on behalf of their employer. However, this time there are actually five different types of invasive species being let loose, upping the stakes considerably. Shot in Thailand, the new series recaptures the grimy feel of the Ridley Scott original before branching out into the more lush settings of Earth.
Watch it: Science fiction. Streaming on Hulu starting Aug. 12.
'The Thursday Murder Club'
It's a golden age for elderly sleuths thanks to 'Only Murders in the Building' and the return of 'Matlock.' Netflix is jumping on the bandwagon with 'The Thursday Murder Club,' which centers on a group of British retirees investigating cold cases until they get involved in a new murder. Helen Mirren ('MobLand') stars as a former spy, now leading the titular club comprising a union leader (Pierce Brosnan), a psychiatrist (Ben Kingsley), and a nurse (Celia Imrie). Mirren brings an imperial bearing and razor wit to the role of Elizabeth Best, the character created by novelist Richard Osman, and with the series up to five books, there will be plenty of room for sequels. This looks as cozy as listening to a true crime podcast wrapped in your grandmother's quilt.
Watch it: Crime drama. Streaming on Netflix starting Aug. 28.
'Eyes of Wakanda'
Marvel animation may have stopped asking 'What If… ?' but it still has a deeper look at the 'Black Panther' universe ready this month. The four-part anthology series chronicles key moments in the history of the reclusive Afrofuturistic nation, including a disgraced Dora Milaje on a mission, a pirate and an appearance by the Immortal Iron Fist. The series was developed by Oakland native Ryan Coogler ('Black Panther'), with Todd Harris, storyboard artist for multiple MCU projects, serving as showrunner.
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