Let’s welcome August, New York!
When you need a break from the concrete, there’s no better spot than a dark, cool movie theater with a fresh bag of popcorn.
This August is bringing a fantastic mix of releases to the big screen. We’ve got chaotic NYC-set romantic comedies, chilling summer slashers, and the highly anticipated Anthony Bourdain biopic.
Here are the best new movies hitting NYC theaters this month.
The Wrong Girls (August 14)
What it’s about: Two best friends (Kristen Stewart and Alia Shawkat) gain telepathic powers after taking an experimental drug, quickly stumbling into a web of chaotic problems.
Why we recommend: Written and directed by Dylan Meyer, this stoner comedy features an elite ensemble cast including LaKeith Stanfield, Kate McKinnon, Seth Rogen, and Cate Blanchett.
Tony (August 7)
What it’s about: Based on Anthony Bourdain’s iconic 2000 memoir Kitchen Confidential, this biographical drama follows a 19-year-old Anthony Bourdain (Dominic Sessa) working a summer restaurant job in Cape Cod back in 1975.
Why we recommend: Bourdain is a legendary figure in NYC culture. Featuring Antonio Banderas and Emilia Jones, this coming-of-age story is a must-watch for film lovers and foodies alike.
Coyote vs. ACME (August 28)
What it’s about: Tired of defective products, Wile E. Coyote hires down-on-his-luck attorney Kevin Avery (Will Forte) to sue the ACME Corporation in court.
Why we recommend: After being famously shelved by Warner Bros., this clever live-action animation hybrid starring John Cena is finally hitting theaters. It’s a fun, nostalgic treat for all ages.
Ice Cream Man (August 7)
What it’s about: Directed by horror master Eli Roth, an idyllic summer town becomes a nightmare when a creepy ice cream man arrives. The kids who eat his treats turn into homicidal maniacs, leaving the rest to stop him.
Why we recommend: It’s the ultimate summer slasher to beat the August heat. Expect plenty of tension, retro nostalgia, and edge-of-your-seat scares.
The End of Oak Street (August 14)
What it’s about: Written and directed by David Robert Mitchell, a mysterious cosmic event transports a suburban neighborhood to an alternate realm overrun by living prehistoric creatures.
Why we recommend: Led by Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor, this intense sci-fi survival thriller is built for the biggest screen you can find.
One Night Only (August 7)
What it’s about: Set in an alternate version of New York City where single people can only have sex one night a year, strangers Allie (Monica Barbaro) and Owen (Callum Turner) navigate a wild, chaotic night to find love.
Why we recommend: It’s a hilarious, high-concept NYC rom-com with an incredible supporting cast including Maya Hawke, Julia Fox, Molly Ringwald, and Este Haim.
Insidious: Out of the Further (August 21)
What it’s about: In the sixth installment of the smash-hit horror franchise, a young mother (Amelia Eve) discovers she can enter the Further—and bring lost souls back into the real world.
Why we recommend: Franchise staple Lin Shaye returns for this terrifying new chapter. It’s guaranteed to keep horror fans jumping in their seats.