Anku Upmanyu 
Amazon Prime Video has unveiled the complete lineup of thrilling movies and series coming on the platform in the month of August. August will start with Batman: Caped Crusader and end with the second season of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.
We have selected the top movies and series for you to watch in the month of August. You can also explore Netflix’s and Max’s top movies list releasing in August.
Scroll down to explore the top 10 Amazon Prime’s August Offerings.
What is coming on Amazon Prime Video in August that is a must-watch?
Amazon Prime Video will add more than 135 movies and series in August. Scroll down to check the list of best out of all, watch the trailer, and plan your movie time with your family and friends.
Top 10 Movies and Series to Watch in August on Amazon Prime
1. The Hobbit Collection (August 1)
The Hobbit is a fantasy adventure film released in 2012 with two subsequent sequels in 2013 and 2014. The film was based on the 1937 novel, The Hobbit, written by J. R.R. Tolkien and directed by Peter Jackson. The star cast includes Martin Freeman, Ian McKellen, Richard Armitage, and many more. It grossed $2.9 billion worldwide and received three Academy Award nominations. You can enjoy the complete The Hobbit collection in August.
- The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012).
- The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013).
- The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies is the last part released in 2014.
2. Superman Collection (August 1)
Superman is an American superhero movie released in 1978 and there were many sequels developed after that and you can enjoy the complete Superman Collection on Amazon Prime. The total grossed collection of all five movies is $920 million worldwide and was nominated for and won many awards.
- Superman (1978).
- Superman II (1981).
- Superman III (1983).
- Superman IV: The Quest for Peace (1987).
- Superman Returns (2006).
3. The Lord of the Rings Collection (August 1 & August 29)
The Lord of the Rings is an epic fantasy film released in 2001 and directed by Peter Jackson. Two more sequels were released after that. The Lord of the Rings trilogy received appreciation and is ranked amongst the greatest film trilogy ever made. All three parts grossed $2.9 billion worldwide and many Academy Awards. Amazon acquired the television rights to The Lord of the Rings in 2017 and produced a multi-season series. The second season will premiere on August 29 on Amazon.
- The Lord of the Rings- The Fellowship of the Ring (2001).
- The Lord of the Rings- The Return of the King (2002).
- The Lord of the Rings- The Two Towers (2003).
- The Lord of the Rings- The Rings of Power S2 (August 29, 2024)
4. JACKPOT! (August 15)
Jackpot! is an American action comedy starring John Cena, Simy Liu, and Awkwafina. It is directed by Paul Feig and is about the newly established Grand Lottery in California where if you can kill the winner before sundown then you can legally claim their multi-billion-dollar jackpot.
5. Judy Justice S3 (August 5)
Judy Justice is an American reality courtroom series that debuted in 2021. This will be 3rd season of this series. It is about solving small claims disputes within a simulated courtroom where all involved parties have to abide by Judy’s justice as per signed arbitration contracts.
6. The War of The Worlds (August 1)
War of the Worlds is an American sci-fi thriller released in 2005 starring Tom Cruise, Dakota Fanning, Miranda Otto, and Tim Robbins. It is directed by Steven Spielberg and is about an American dock worker and how he protects his children from extraterrestrials invading Earth. It grossed $603.9 million worldwide and was nominated for three Academy Awards.
7. Paddington (August 15)
Paddington is a live-action animated comedy film released in 2014 starring Nicole Kidman, Sally Hawkins, Julie Walters, and Huge Bonneville’s voice. It was directed by Paul King and is about a bear who migrated to the streets of London and how he survives with a family who adopted him.
8. No Gain No Love (August 26)
No Gain No Love is a drama series from South Korea. It is about a woman who got married for not losing money and her husband said yes because he did not want to harm anybody. The star cast includes Shin Min-a, Kim Young-dae, Lee Sang-Yi, and Han Ji-hyun.
9. Lethal Weapon S1-3 (August 24)
Lethal Weapon is an American action-comedy series that debuted in 2019 starring Clayne Crawford, and Daom Wayans was based on the Lethal Weapon film franchise. You can enjoy all three seasons.
10. One Fast Move (August 8)
One Fast Move is an American action film starring KJ Apa, Eric Dane, Maia Reficco, and Austin North. It is directed by Kelly Blatz and is about a young man and how he tries to live his father’s dream of becoming a professional motorcycle racer.
Kindly guide us in comments below which movies/series you are planning to watch on Amazon Prime Video and share your recommendations.
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