September is stacked. Horror leads with The Conjuring: Last Rites on Sept 3, Indonesian drama Gowok bows as an Ayala Malls Cinemas Exclusive, then thrillers and crowd-pleasers roll in: Caught Stealing and Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale on Sept 10, A Big Bold Beautiful Journey on Sept 17, and a jam-packed Sept 24 with Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, One Battle After Another, and Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie. Schedules may change.

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The wizarding world is calling! This August, SM Cinema brings back the magic with the “Back to Hogwarts: A Harry Potter Movie Marathon.” All eight films return across two weekends: Aug 16–17 & Aug 30–31 at select branches nationwide. Tickets start at just ₱230! Expect themed lobby setups, limited-edition Butterbeer, photo spots, and even a Sorting Hat booth at North EDSA. Whether Gryffindor or Slytherin, this is your chance to relive the magic on the big screen.

A legendary comedy series is back… but it’s not quite the movie you’re picturing. Liam Neeson ditches the scowl for pure silliness, Pamela Anderson is having the BEST time, and somehow the chaos works. But how does it stack up to the originals?

We went into Omniscient Reader: The Prophecy with zero manhwa context and came out a little shocked, a little hyped, and very curious. There’s a quiet game running under the story, a lead you might root for, and a scene-stealer you won’t see coming. Is it good, bad, or something in between? We don’t hand you the answer. Read the review and find out why this one could start a fight in your group chat.

We read it. We cried over it. Now we get to watch it break our hearts all over again. Colleen Hoover’s Regretting You hits Philippine cinemas October 22, directed by Josh Boone (The Fault in Our Stars).

Chris Evans and Pedro Pascal join Dakota Johnson in Materialists, a romantic drama from Past Lives director Celine Song. Set in New York City, the film follows Lucy, a matchmaker torn between her perfect but complicated ex (Evans) and a charming, high-value new love (Pascal).

Bob Odenkirk returns for a hilariously violent sequel that turns a family vacation into a full-blown warzone—because being a dad and an assassin is a dangerous combo.

From the twisted mind behind Barbarian comes Weapons — a new horror/thriller that blends mystery, character-driven tension, and unsettling visuals. When 16 children vanish from a small-town classroom, panic erupts, secrets unravel, and no one is safe. Told from the POV of each main character — including a third-grader — this film reinvents itself every 20 minutes. Starring Josh Brolin, Julia Garner, Alden Ehrenreich, and Benedict Wong. Weapons opens August 6 in cinemas and IM

The Alternativa Film Festival is officially opening submissions for its 2026 edition in Colombia, spotlighting the Philippines as a rising force in Southeast Asian cinema. With Brillante Mendoza joining the jury and a $120,000 prize pool, this global platform champions underrepresented voices from the Global South. Submissions are open until October 10, 2025.

Academy Award nominee Celine Song returns with Materialists, a witty take on modern love inspired by her time as a NYC matchmaker. Dakota Johnson stars as Lucy, a dating expert great at finding love for others — but clueless when it comes to herself. “She’s a chameleon,” Johnson says of the complex role. Directed by Song and set in the bustling dating world of New York, Materialists opens in Philippine cinemas on August 6.

Netflix’s August 2025 lineup includes One Hit Wonder, Wednesday Season 2, Night Always Comes, Barbie Mysteries, and more. From musical comebacks and revenge thrillers to true crime and animated beach detectives, this month’s releases bring variety and emotion in full force.

The Warrens return one last time. The Conjuring: Last Rites marks the chilling finale of the billion-dollar horror franchise, with Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson reprising their roles as Ed and Lorraine Warren. Directed by Michael Chaves and produced by James Wan and Peter Safran, this final chapter dives into their most terrifying case yet. Catch the spine-tingling trailer now—The Conjuring: Last Rites opens in Philippine cinemas on September 3.

This August, Prime Video rolls out a jam-packed lineup of new titles—from action-comedy The Pickup starring Eddie Murphy, to the Korean spy thriller Butterfly led by Daniel Dae Kim. Fan favorites return with Upload Season 4 and Betty La Fea – La Historia Continua. Whether you're in the mood for laughs, suspense, or heartfelt drama, there’s something worth adding to your watchlist. Dive into all the new shows and films premiering this month.

Discover "Project Hail Mary" starring Ryan Gosling! Watch the trailer of this epic sci-fi adventure featuring Ryan Gosling, in cinemas soon.

Get a sneak peek at the absurdist comedy revival with "The Naked Gun," starring Liam Neeson. Watch the featurette now and see it in cinemas August 13!

Experience the epic debut of Marvel's first family in "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" this July 23! Don't miss the Fantastic Four in cinemas!

Disney+ Subscribers Will Get an Exclusive Sneak Peek of the Film as Marvel’s First Family and a Galaxy of Stars and Filmmakers Attend the Out of This World Event in Los Angeles on July 21 (Pacific Time)!

F1 puts you in the driver’s seat — and never lets up. With Brad Pitt as a washed-up legend, Damson Idris as the rookie under pressure, and Joseph Kosinski bringing IMAX-sized action and grit, this isn’t just a racing movie — it’s a straight-up cinematic adrenaline rush. You don’t need to follow Formula One to care. You just need to hang on. Our full review is live now.

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