Medusa Deluxe

Medusa Deluxe is a 2022 British murder mystery film written and directed by Thomas Hardiman. It stars Clare Perkins, Anita-Joy Uwajeh, Kae Alexander, Harriet Webb, Darrell D'Silva, Luke Pasqualino, and Heider Ali.

A murder mystery set in a competitive hairdressing contest. Extravagance and excess collide, as the death of a contestant sows seeds of division in a community whose passion for hair verges on obsession.

It was released in select theaters in the United States on August 11, 2023, and it is now available to rent or buy on demand. Watch the official trailer below.

The Last Voyage of the Demeter

The Last Voyage of the Demeter (also known as Dracula: Voyage of the Demeter in some international markets) is an upcoming American supernatural horror film directed by André Øvredal (The Autopsy of Jane Doe, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark) and written by Bragi F. Schut Jr. and Zak Olkewicz. It is an adaptation of "The Captain's Log", a chapter from the 1897 Bram Stoker novel Dracula. The film stars Corey Hawkins (Straight Outta Compton, In the Heights), Aisling Franciosi (The Nightingale, The Unforgivable), Liam Cunningham (Game of Thrones), and David Dastmalchian (The Suicide Squad, Dune). Its plot follows the doomed crew of the merchant ship Demeter who attempt to survive the treacherous ocean voyage while being stalked by a vampire, known only as Dracula.

Planning for the film adaptation of "The Captain's Log" began when Schut Jr. wrote the initial screenplay but did not come to fruition and languished in development hell for close to two decades. After Amblin Partners obtained the rights in October 2019, Øvredal was announced to direct the film. The main cast members were confirmed in 2021. Principal photography began on June 30, 2021, in Berlin, continued in Malta, and ended on October 1. Thomas Newman originally composed the film's score, but Bear McCreary served as his replacement due to Newman's scheduling conflicts.

The Last Voyage of the Demeter is scheduled to be released in the United States on August 11, 2023, by Universal Pictures. Watch the official trailer below.

Jules

Jules is a 2023 sci-fi drama film directed by Marc Turtletaub, who previously served as a producer for Little Miss Sunshine (2006) and Safety Not Guaranteed (2012), from a screenplay by Gavin Steckler.

Jules follows Milton (Kingsley) who lives a quiet life of routine in a small western Pennsylvania town, but finds his day upended when a UFO and its extra-terrestrial passenger crash land in his backyard. Before long, Milton develops a close relationship with the extra-terrestrial he calls “Jules.” Things become complicated when two neighbors (Harris and Curtin) discover Jules and the government quickly closes in. What follows is a funny, wildly inventive ride as the three neighbors find meaning and connection later in life - thanks to this unlikely stranger.

Jules is set to debut in select theaters August 11th, courtesy of Bleecker Street. Watch the official trailer below.

Heart of Stone

Heart of Stone is an upcoming American spy action thriller film directed by Tom Harper from a screenplay by Greg Rucka and Allison Schroeder and a story by Rucka. The film stars Gal Gadot (Wonder Woman, Red Notice), Jamie Dornan (Fifty Shades franchise, Belfast), and Alia Bhatt (RRR).

International intelligence agent Rachel Stone (Gadot) must embark on a dangerous mission to protect the mysterious MacGuffin known as "The Heart." Stone is tasked by the peacekeeping operation known as Charter to keep the object safe from falling into enemy hands.

The development of Heart of Stone began in December 2020, when Gadot signed on to star, with the film being the planned start of a franchise in a similar vein to the Mission: Impossible films. Harper and Netflix were confirmed to serve as director and distributor respectively the following month, with the rest of the cast being confirmed in early 2022. Filming took place in Italy, London, Reykjavík, and Lisbon between January and July.

The film is scheduled to be released on August 11, 2023, by Netflix. Watch the official trailer below.

Red, White & Royal Blue

Red, White & Royal Blue is a 2023 American romantic comedy film directed by Matthew Lopez in his feature film directorial debut. Lopez also co-wrote the screenplay with Ted Malawer. Based on the 2019 novel of the same name by Casey McQuiston, the film stars Taylor Zakhar Perez and Nicholas Galitzine opposite each other as the son of the President of the United States and a British prince, respectively, who fall in love. Uma Thurman, Stephen Fry, Sarah Shahi, Rachel Hilson, and Ellie Bamber also appear in supporting roles.

In 2019, Amazon Studios announced the film's development with Greg Berlanti as a producer. Lopez was announced as director and co-writer with Malawer in 2021. Casting announcements began in June 2022 with Zakhar Perez, Galitzine and Thurman announced to play their respective roles. The majority of the remaining cast was announced the following month. Principal photography took place in England between June and August 2022.

Red, White & Royal Blue premiered at the BFI IMAX in London on July 22, 2023, and was released on Amazon Prime Video on August 11, 2023. Watch the official trailer below.

What If...?

What If...? is an upcoming animated anthology series created by A.C. Bradley for the streaming service Disney+, based on the Marvel Comics series of the same name. It explores what would happen if major moments from the films of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) occurred differently. The series is produced by Marvel Studios, their first animated series since becoming their own production company. Bradley serves as head writer of the series, with Bryan Andrews directing.

Jeffrey Wright stars as the Watcher, who narrates the series. By September 2018, Marvel Studios was developing a number of series for Disney+, and one based on the What If...? comic was first reported in March 2019. The series was officially announced a month later, with many characters in the series set to be voiced by the actors who portray them in the films. Marvel Studios' head of visual development Ryan Meinerding helped define the series' cel-shaded animation style, which was designed to reflect the films. Animation for the first season is provided by Squeeze and Flying Bark Productions, with Stephan Franck as head of animation.

What If...?' is scheduled to premiere on August 11th, 2021, and will consist of 10 episodes. It will be part of Phase 4 of the MCU. A second 10-episode season is in development. Watch the official trailer below.

Hard Knocks: Los Angeles

Genre Documentary | Sports

Cast L.A. Chargers & Rams

Rating TV-MA

Series Premiere August 11th, 2020 (HBO)

“Hard Knocks: Los Angeles gives an unfiltered all-access look at what it takes to make it in the National Football League.”

Hard Knocks: Los Angeles gives an unfiltered all-access look at what it takes to make it in the National Football League. The 18-time Sports Emmy Award winning series will follow head coaches Anthony Lynn of the Los Angeles Chargers and Sean McVay of the Los Angeles Rams leading a mix of established veterans, free-agent acquisitions and rising stars on both sides of the ball. Hard Knocks: Los Angeles kicks off August 11 on @HBO and stream it on @HBOMax. Check out the official trailer below!!

Succession: Season 2

Genre Drama

Cast Brian Cox, Jeremy Strong, Kieran Culkin, Sarah Snook

Rating TV-MA

Series Premiere Sunday August 11th, 2019 9:00PM EST (HBO)

“Succession tracks the lives of the Roy family as they contemplate their future once their aging father (Brian Cox) begins to step back from the media and entertainment conglomerate they control.”

HBO’s Succession is back for a 2nd season and I am absolutely PUMPED about it!! HBO in general rarely misses when it comes to exclusive content but Succession really is in a league of it’s own - such a unique family drama infused with hilarious moments throughout. I even watch the intro every single time, it’s that good! This show is not to be missed to go ahead and start binging the first season now and get ready for August 11th!! Check out the official trailers for season 2 below!!

Also below is the trailer for Season 1 if you are just now starting the binge-fest. Enjoy!!

Ted Takes Fun Facts, HBO’s Succession:

• The story is said to be based upon Rupert Murdoch's family and media empire, but some dispute that claim.

• The opening sequence is identical to the opening of the 1997 film "The Game". Perhaps a veiled hint to the plot and story of the series.