“Hold on to your butts!”
August 1
Robert Rodriguez’s uncharacteristically kid-friendly Sharkboy and Lavagirl might not be the best superhero movie on HBO Max, but its playful tone and candy-colored visuals make it worth checking out.
August 3
Superman is going through something of an identity crisis in the grim and gritty DCEU. If you’re looking for a brighter take on the Man of Steel (and a lot more romance), check out this beloved ‘90s TV series.
August 1
Teen Titans: Trouble in Tokyo isn’t the best outing ever for the JV superhero team, but as the canceled animated show’s de facto series finale, it’s practically required viewing for fans.
August 1
Inception returned to HBO Max at the beginning of August — unless we just dreamed it. This surreal heist movie comes and goes often, so catch it while you still can.
August 17
Godzilla vs. Kong premiered on HBO Max at the end of March but stomped away after just a month. The king-sized kaiju battle returns to streaming this month.
August 14
Calling this classic blockbuster/dino DNA educational film a must-watch is an understatement. Its first two sequels are also returning to HBO Max. Just go in expecting diminishing returns.
August 5
Let’s be honest: The first attempt at translating DC’s supervillain teamup to film was a total misfire. With James Gunn at the helm, take two looks a lot more promising.