The last month of summer will please us with a long-awaited prequel to “Game of Thrones,” an adaptation of Neil Gaiman’s comics, and a new Marvel project. We have prepared a selection of the most exciting premieres in August 2022.
August will be interesting for series buffs. The list of premieres includes a sci-fi action film, horror, superhero project, thriller, crime, and more. Our movie lover and essay writer Nellie Burges will tell you about the most interesting of them. So, let’s go!
The Sandman
Genre: sci-fi, drama, comic book
Premiere: From August 5
Where to watch: Netflix
Dreams and their nature always have troubled man. Everyone knows how much of our lives we spend sleeping in a world of images, illusions, and strange situations. Scientists are increasingly exploring this science and trying to describe it on paper. And one of the best works about this sensation we can call the comic book series “The Sandman” by Neil Gaiman.
In the story, the main character, the lord of dreams, is held hostage by a group of occultists for 70 years. He subsequently escapes and tries to regain his identity.
I am Groot
Genre: sci-fi, comedy, animation, comic book based
Premiere: from August 10
Where to watch: Disney+
A series of original short animated features about the early days of baby Groot and his troubles in space.
Five Days at Memorial
Genre: Drama
Premiere: August 12
Where to watch: Apple TV+
The series is based on events during Hurricane Katrina, which took place in the United States in 2005. The series will tell the story of employees at a hospital in New Orleans. Because of the high water level, without electricity, and high temperatures, they had to save people who depended on quality medical equipment.
Tales of the Walking Dead
Genre: drama, horror, anthology, zombies, apocalypse
When: From August 14, 2022
Where to watch: AMC Networks
The events of the Tales of The Walking Dead series occur in a world of utter chaos. In an epidemic of incredible proportions, bloodthirsty zombies are taking over the globe. The walking dead turn the planet into the desolate territory, and the survivors of the battle with the monsters seek refuge and escape the invasion.
She-Hulk: Attorney at Law
Genre: sci-fi, behind the comics, adventure
Premiere: from August 17, 2022
Where to watch: Disney+
The plot will tell the story of lawyer Jennifer Walters, who has gained the ability to transform into a superpowered being after a blood transfusion. She will have to learn how to use this boon and continue her work in the newly created Superhuman Rights Unit.
House of the Dragon
Genre: drama, fantasy, adventure
Premiere: August 21, 2022
Where to watch: HBO
“House of the Dragon” is a prequel to “Game of Thrones,” whose screenplay is based on George Martin’s 2018 novel “Fire and Blood.” It tells of the mysteries of the Targaryen family and the internecine struggles within the palace. Events in the series will revolve around the Dance of the Dragons, the civil war of 129 – 131 from Aegon I’s Conquest.
Enjoy watching!
