Summer's waning but it doesn't mean you can't still enjoy some much deserved Me Time. In between trips to the beach, check out the new Sessions Family shows and films hitting your screens this August, from zombies to vampires to Wahlbergs.
Release date: August 12, 2022
How to watch: Netflix; trailer
Why to watch: Jamie Foxx has to fend off vampires, deal with his union and babysit Dave Franco in this fun and funny action comedy. Former John Wick 2 stunt coordinator J.J. Perry makes his directorial debut, joining fellow former stunt coordinators David Leitch (The Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs and Shaw) and Chad Stahelski (John Wick 3) in transitioning to the director's chair. Expect stellar action sequences, some well-timed Jamie Foxx quips, and bonus Snoop Dogg.
Release date: August 14, 2022
How to watch: AMC/AMC+; Comic-Con trailer
Why to watch: AMC's flagship The Walking Dead series is ending, but the spinoffs are still coming faster than a zombie outbreak. Tales of the Walking Dead breaks the mold with an anthology format and a very interesting, curious cast made up of comedy veterans (Parker Posey! The hilarious Jillian Bell!) and dramatic actors (Anthony Edwards, Samantha Morton with hair). Early reviews have been positive, with Collider calling it the franchise's weirdest series yet. The buzz from last month's Comic-Con has also got us excited to see what the venerable TWD universe has cooked up.
Release date: August 19, 2022
How to watch: Amazon Freevee; trailer
Why to watch: This pandemic-set comedy reunites Raising Hope's beloved Garrett Dillahunt and Martha Plimpton with series creator Greg Garcia. The positive vibes flowing from the trailer alone is reminiscent of Garcia's other hit series My Name Is Earl. Good karma for all!
Release date: August 26, 2022
Why to watch: Stay-at-home dad Kevin Hart just wants a little "me time" while his wife (played by the always brilliant Regina Hall) and kids are away for one weekend. It just so happens to be the same weekend as bad influence Mark Wahlberg's birthday, and shenanigans are going to be had. From writer/director John Hamburg, whose previous films were Along Came Polly and I Love You, Man, Me Time looks to be the perfect way to end the summer.