Here Are All the Movies Releasing in Theaters This Week, Including ‘Freakier Friday’
Theatergoers are in for a treat as a vibrant lineup of films hits screens from August 5 to August 10, 2025. With genres spanning from chilling horror to heartfelt dramas and colorful animations, this week offers something for every movie lover.
Dive into a mix of new stories, re-releases, and thought-provoking tales. Here’s a rundown of every film arriving in cinemas, complete with details to help you choose your next big-screen adventure.
1. What If… (2010)
On August 5, Fathom Events brings back ‘What If…’ for its 15th anniversary in a limited release. This 1-hour-51-minute drama, starring Kevin Sorbo, Kristy Swanson, John Ratzenberger, and Debby Ryan, blends fantasy and romance. A businessman faces an alternate life guided by an angel, making it a touching pick for fans of emotional stories.
2. Sketch (2025)
‘Sketch’ arrives on August 6 in a limited release from Angel. This 1-hour-32-minute adventure-comedy stars Tony Hale, D’Arcy Carden, Bianca Belle, and Kue Lawrence. A young girl’s magical sketches come to life, sparking a fun-filled journey perfect for families and lovers of whimsical tales.
3. Stans (2025)
AMC Theatres releases ‘Stans’ on August 7 in a wide release. This 1-hour-42-minute documentary, featuring Eminem, explores the intense world of music fandom. It dives into the lives of devoted fans, offering a compelling watch for those intrigued by pop culture.
4. Souleymane’s Story (2025)
On August 8, Kino Lorber presents ‘Souleymane’s Story’ in a wide release. This 1-hour-33-minute drama stars Abou Sangare, Alpha Oumar Sow, Nina Meurisse, and Emmanuel Yovanie. It follows a deliveryman’s struggles in Paris, delivering a powerful story of resilience for drama fans.
5. Site (2025)
Blue Fox Entertainment unleashes ‘Site’ on August 8 in a limited release. This horror sci-fi thriller, starring Arielle Kebbel, Jake McLaughlin, Theo Rossi, and Clyde Kusatsu, centers on a dig site revealing dark secrets. With no runtime listed, it’s a thrilling choice for genre enthusiasts.
6. Shaman (2025)
‘Shaman’ hits theaters on August 8 in a limited release from Well Go USA Entertainment. This 1-hour-33-minute horror film stars Sara Canning, Alejandro Fajardo, Kuri Fuerez, and Segundo Fuérez. A journalist’s probe into a ritual turns terrifying, promising chills for horror lovers.
7. Ebony & Ivory (2025)
Drafthouse Films delivers ‘Ebony and Ivory’ on August 8 in a limited run. This 1-hour-28-minute comedy, starring Sky Elobar, Gil Gex, and Carl Solomon, follows two friends on a chaotic road trip. It’s a quirky option for those who enjoy lighthearted humor.
8. Weapons (2025)
Warner Bros. releases ‘Weapons’ on August 8 in a limited run. This 2-hour-8-minute horror mystery, directed by Zach Cregger, stars Julia Garner, Josh Brolin, Alden Ehrenreich, and Amy Madigan. A missing school class leads to eerie discoveries, making it a gripping pick for mystery fans.
9. Hola Frida! (2025)
On August 8, Level 33 Entertainment releases ‘Hola Frida’ in a limited run. This 1-hour-22-minute animated biography about Frida Kahlo features voices from Olivia Ruiz, Emma Rodriguez, Rebeca Gonzales, and Léo Côté. It’s a lively tribute to the artist, ideal for animation and art enthusiasts.
10. Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex (2022)
This 1-hour-39-minute documentary arrives on August 8 in a limited release. Featuring Richard Barone, Marc Bolan, Rolan Bolan, and David Bowie, ‘Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex’ celebrates the glam rock icon’s legacy, a treat for music fans.
11. Sudan, Remember Us (2025)
Watermelon Pictures releases ‘Sudan, Remember Us’ on August 8 in a limited run. This documentary shines a light on Sudan’s challenges, though cast and runtime details are unavailable. It’s a moving choice for those interested in global stories.
12. Strange Harvest (2025)
On August 8, Roadside Attractions presents ‘Strange Harvest’ in a limited release. This 1-hour-34-minute horror film stars Peter Zizzo, Terri Apple, Andy Lauer, and Matthew Peschio. A farmer’s eerie discoveries in his fields make it a spooky pick for horror fans.
13. Boys Go to Jupiter (2025)
Cartuna’s ‘Boys Go to Jupiter’ lands on August 8 in a limited release. This 1-hour-30-minute animated film, with voices from Jack Corbett, Grace Kuhlenschmidt, Elsie Fisher, and Janeane Garofalo, follows teens on a wild space adventure, perfect for animation lovers.
14. The Musicians (2025)
Outsider Pictures releases ‘The Musicians’ on August 8 in a limited run. This 1-hour-42-minute comedy-drama about a band’s struggles stars Valérie Donzelli, Frédéric Pierrot, Mathieu Spinosi, and Emma Ravier. It’s a heartfelt choice for music and drama fans.
15. Freakier Friday (2025)
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures brings ‘Freakier Friday’ to theaters on August 8 in a limited release. This 1-hour-51-minute sequel to ‘Freaky Friday’ (2003) stars Jamie Lee Curtis, Lindsay Lohan, Julia Butters, and Sophia Hammons. A new body-swap tale offers fun for family audiences.
16. The Lovers on the Bridge (1991)
Janus Films re-releases ‘The Lovers on the Bridge’ (1991) on August 8 in a limited run. This 2-hour-5-minute romantic drama stars Juliette Binoche and Denis Lavant as lovers on Paris’ streets, offering a poetic experience for art film fans.
17. My Mother’s Wedding (2025)
Vertical Entertainment releases ‘My Mother’s Wedding’ on August 8 in a limited run. This 1-hour-35-minute comedy-drama stars Scarlett Johansson, Sienna Miller, Emily Beecham, and Freida Pinto. A daughter navigates her mom’s wedding chaos, blending laughs and heart.
18. Grave of the Fireflies (1988)
Fathom Events presents ‘Grave of the Fireflies’ (1988) on August 10 for Studio Ghibli Fest 2025. This 1-hour-28-minute animated drama, with voices from Tsutomu Tatsumi, Ayano Shiraishi, Akemi Yamaguchi, and Yoshiko Shinohara, follows siblings in wartime Japan, a powerful classic for animation fans.
Which film are you rushing to see in theaters this week? Let us know in the comments!