What’s New on Prime Video: TV Shows & Movies Arriving in August 2024

Batman: Caped CrusaderAugust 1, 2024

Welcome to Gotham City, where corruption runs rampant, criminals are everywhere, and law-abiding citizens live in constant fear. Amidst this chaos, wealthy socialite Bruce Wayne transforms into something both more and less than human—the BATMAN. Born from tragedy, Batman’s one-man crusade for justice draws unexpected allies within the GCPD and City Hall, yet his heroic efforts trigger unforeseen and deadly consequences.

The series reimagines the Batman mythology through the creative vision of executive producers J.J. Abrams, Matt Reeves, and Bruce Timm. Based on DC characters, Batman: Caped Crusader is a collaboration between Warner Bros. Animation, Abrams’ Bad Robot Productions, and Reeves’ 6th & Idaho. Joining Abrams, Reeves, and Timm as executive producers are Ed Brubaker, James Tucker, Daniel Pipski, Rachel Rusch Rich, and Sam Register.

One Fast MoveAugust 8, 2024

Wes Neal (KJ Apa), a young man with a fierce passion for speed, is expelled from the military due to his motorcycle drag racing pursuits. Left with few options and determined to turn professional, he seeks out his estranged father, Dean Miller (Eric Dane), a former motorcycle racing champion, to become his coach. Wes lands a job at a motorcycle shop run by Dean’s old mentor, Abel (Edward James Olmos), and falls for a local waitress (Maia Reficco). As Wes trains with his father, old wounds resurface and tensions rise, with Dean’s intense pressure straining all of Wes’ relationships. Wes faces a pivotal choice: determine what he truly wants for his future and decide what he’s willing to sacrifice for a chance to win big on the track.

JACKPOT!August 15, 2024

In the near future, California introduces a new ‘Grand Lottery’ with a deadly twist: to claim the multi-billion dollar jackpot, you must eliminate the winner before sundown. When Katie Kim (Awkwafina) moves to Los Angeles, she accidentally ends up with the winning ticket. To stay alive amidst the frenzy of jackpot hunters, she reluctantly teams up with Noel Cassidy (John Cena), an amateur lottery protection agent who demands a share of her prize for his services. However, Noel faces off against his rival, Louis Lewis (Simu Liu), who is determined to claim Katie’s prize for himself. Directed by Paul Feig and written by Rob Yescombe, JACKPOT! is a thrilling race against time.

No Gain No LoveAugust 26, 2024

Son Hae-yeong, portrayed by Shin Mina, has faced a series of setbacks in her personal and professional life. In a bid to change her luck, she resorts to an unconventional solution: a fake wedding with Kim Ji-uk, played by Kim Young Dae (The Forbidden Marriage, Sh**ting Stars, Moon in the Day), a local convenience store employee. Known for his dedication and night shifts at the store, Kim Ji-uk is a local hero who cannot ignore those in need and reluctantly agrees to Hae-yeong’s unusual request to be her faux groom.

The series also stars Lee Sang-yi (Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha) as Bok Gyu-hyun, a third-generation chaebol and CEO of Hae-yeong’s company, and Han Ji-hyeon (Cheer Up, The Penthouse) as Nam Ja-yeon, a popular R-rated web novel writer and Hae-yeong’s close friend and roommate.

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 2August 29, 2024

The ascending Dark Lord must now rely on his own cunning to restore his power and oversee the creation of the Rings of Power, designed to bind all the peoples of Middle-earth to his malevolent will. Building on the epic scope and ambition of Season One, the new season immerses even its most cherished and vulnerable characters in a growing tide of darkness. Each character is challenged to find their place in a world teetering on the edge of catastrophe. As friendships are tested and kingdoms begin to fracture, elves and dwarves, orcs and men, wizards and Harfoots will face mounting struggles. The forces of good must fight ever more valiantly to preserve what matters most—each other.

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