The entertainment landscape is set for a significant shake-up as August 2025 arrives, bringing a diverse slate of new film and TV show releases. Highlighting the month, August 26th emerges as a notable date, marking the release of two highly anticipated, yet starkly contrasting, movies: the impactful documentary “Lynden” and the action-packed comedy “Baby Assassins 3.” These releases underscore the varied tastes and trends captivating audiences, offering viewers distinct cinematic experiences.
‘Lynden’: A Deep Dive into Community and Conscience
“Lynden,” a documentary directed by Chris Baron and Bryan Tucker, is poised to make its digital and VOD debut on August 26, 2025, distributed by Gravitas Ventures. This timely film delves into the complex social fabric of Lynden, Washington, a small, conservative, predominantly white town. The narrative centers on Amsa Burke, a 17-year-old girl adopted from Ethiopia, who spearheads a racial justice march in July 2020, in the wake of George Floyd’s murder. The film chronicles the ensuing cultural battle, which divides friends, families, and church members, forcing the community to confront deeply ingrained issues of identity and race. With a runtime of approximately 1 hour and 13 minutes, “Lynden” has been lauded as a “timely and admirably well-balanced portrait” that artfully and sensitively explores the ideological divides within the community and the broader American cultural landscape. It follows Amsa through her final year of high school, capturing the fallout and ongoing dialogue sparked by the march, presenting a poignant look at a community at a crossroads.
‘Baby Assassins 3’: The Franchise Continues Its Lethal Laughs
Simultaneously, the action-comedy franchise “Baby Assassins” surges forward with its third installment, “Baby Assassins 3,” also releasing on August 26, 2025, via digital and Blu-ray from Well Go USA. Directed once again by Yugo Sakamoto, with Kensuke Sonomura returning for action choreography, the movie promises more of the series’ signature blend of hyper-violent combat and awkward humor. The plot sees the formidable teenage assassin duo, Chisato (Akari Takaishi) and Mahiro (Saori Izawa), at the pinnacle of their skills as they confront a new, ruthlessly nihilistic freelance killer who aims to usurp their position atop the assassin food chain. The film’s cast also includes notable talents such as Sôsuke Ikematsu as the formidable antagonist, Atsuko Maeda, Atomu Mizuishi, Tomo Nakai, and Tsubasa Tobinaga, with Mondo Otani, Kaibashira, karma, and Mr. Bunny making feature debuts. Having previously premiered under the title “Baby Assassins: Nice Days” and garnering a perfect 100% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes from festival screenings, “Baby Assassins 3” is anticipated to be the best entry in the franchise yet, praised for improved pacing and amplified action sequences. This installment continues the saga of young contract killers balancing their deadly profession with the challenges of everyday life.
August 2025: A Month of Diverse Entertainment Releases
Beyond these two prominent releases, August 2025 is packed with a wealth of new movies and TV shows across various genres and streaming platforms, making it a trending month for new content. Audiences can anticipate other significant movie releases such as the horror-thriller “Weapons,” the animated sequel “The Bad Guys 2,” the reboot of “The Naked Gun,” the rom-com “My Oxford Year,” the action-thriller “Caught Stealing,” and the anticipated “The Toxic Avenger.” Additionally, films like “Splitsville,” “The Roses,” “Ne Zha 2,” “Honey Don’t!,” and “Relay” are also part of the extensive August movie releases.
The television and streaming sphere also sees a robust schedule. Several new TV shows and returning favorites are set to premiere or continue their seasons. Viewers can look forward to series like “Love Thy Nader” on Hulu, “With Love, Meghan” on Netflix, and “Playing Nice” on BritBox. The streaming landscape will be further populated with a variety of content, ensuring there is a new show or movie for every preference.
Conclusion: A Dual Release Day for Varied Tastes
As August 2025 unfolds, the 26th stands out as a pivotal day for movie news, offering a stark contrast between the socially conscious narrative of “Lynden” and the adrenaline-fueled comedy of “Baby Assassins 3.” These new releases, alongside the multitude of other August movie and TV show premieres, signal a dynamic period for the entertainment industry, promising engaging content for a wide spectrum of viewers. Whether audiences seek thought-provoking documentaries or explosive action-comedies, August 2025 delivers. The trending list of releases ensures that there is no shortage of fresh entertainment to explore throughout the month.
