5 Things to Watch the Week of (August 3-8)

If you’re like me, your watchlist is always growing, and every week feels like a new streaming adventure. Whether you’re into creepy clowns, psychic teens, or high-octane heists, this week brings some seriously good stuff to check out. Here’s what to keep your eyes on starting August 5rd.

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1. Wednesday (Season 2 – Netflix, Part 1 drops August 6)

This show follows Wednesday Addams during her time at Nevermore Academy, where she battles through psychic visions, uncovers deadly secrets, and peels back layers of her family’s mysterious past.

If you thought Season 1 of Wednesday was dark, quirky, and addictive, just wait. Season 2 is back with even more gothic flair and creepy charm. Jenna Ortega not only returns in the title role, but she’s also stepped into a producer role, so expect her signature style all over this new season.

This time around, Wednesday finds herself diving deeper into her psychic abilities and navigating even more complicated relationships with her friends, her family, and her own future. Expect more secrets, more horror, and more laughs. Plus, get hyped: Steve Buscemi joins the cast as the new headmaster, and Joanna Lumley plays Grandmama Frump. Yes, that Grandmama.

Episodes 1–4 drop August 6, and the rest come out September 3, so you might want to pace yourself or binge and start counting the days.

2. The Pickup (Prime Video – Premieres August 6)

This movie follows two armored truck drivers who think they’re on a routine cash run—until they’re ambushed by criminals with plans far bigger than a simple robbery.

Tim Story directs this explosive buddy-action flick that throws together comedy, chaos, and a whole lot of bullets. Eddie Murphy stars alongside Pete Davidson and Keke Palmer, and the chemistry is half the fun. You’ve got Murphy doing what he does best: playing it cool, funny, and just a little bit reckless. Davidson brings his usual offbeat charm, and Palmer keeps everything grounded.

If you’re into adrenaline-pumping chase scenes and unexpected plot twists, The Pickup is worth adding to your Prime Video queue.

3. Clown in a Cornfield (Shudder – Streaming August 8)

This movie follows a once-prosperous Midwestern town where a creepy clown named Frendo, once a cheerful mascot, comes back as something far more sinister.

This one’s for the horror fans. Based on the cult-favorite novel, Clown in a Cornfield turns small-town nostalgia into nightmare fuel. The townspeople once loved Frendo. Now? They’re running for their lives. It’s got a nice balance of slasher tension, mystery, and satirical bite—perfect for a late-night watch.

And yes, you will look at cornfields differently after this.

4. Outlander: Blood of My Blood (STARZ – Premieres August 8)

This show follows the love stories of Jamie Fraser’s parents and Claire Beauchamp’s parents, taking us way back to the roots of the Outlander universe.

If you’re already an Outlander fan, this prequel is basically a must-watch. But even if you’re not, it’s a romantic, sweeping period drama in its own right. With fresh faces like Harriet Slater and Jamie Roy leading the way, the series digs into the relationships that set everything in motion.

Expect kilts, castles, and classic Outlander drama. Oh, and probably more than a few steamy scenes—it is STARZ, after all.

5. Final Destination: Bloodlines (Now Streaming on Max)

This movie follows Stefani, a college student plagued by horrifying nightmares, who returns home to find the only person who can help her break a deadly family curse.

The Final Destination franchise is back, and this time it’s doing something a little different. Bloodlines jumps between timelines, showing a tragedy in 1968 that sets off the curse and linking it to Stefani’s life decades later. It’s smarter, more emotional, and, honestly, more terrifying than any entry since the original.

Tony Todd returns for one final appearance, and there’s a standout death-by-MRI-machine scene that people will be talking about for weeks. If you like your horror with heart—and a lot of blood—this one’s a must-see.

So, What Should You Watch First?

If you’re craving something moody and magical, start with Wednesday. Want to laugh and get your pulse racing? Go for The Pickup. Horror lovers? You’re covered on both ends with Clown in a Cornfield and Final Destination: Bloodlines. And if slow-burn romance is more your thing, Outlander: Blood of My Blood might just sweep you off your feet.

Whatever you pick, this week proves one thing: your remote control is going to get a workout.

Happy watching!