August Blockbusters: “Three Nights of Terror” and “Detective Conan Movie 27” Set to Dominate Cinemas

Are you ready for a thrilling and suspenseful August 2024? This month’s film lineup will keep you glued to the screen with a series of captivating releases. From the haunting “Three Terrified Nights” to the detective masterpiece “Detective Conan: The Million-Dollar Pentagram,” there’s something for every cinephile. Will these movies live up to the audience’s expectations? Let’s dive in and find out!

1 Detective Conan: The Million-Dollar Pentagram – Detective Conan 27: The Million-Dollar Pentagram

Detective Conan: The Million-Dollar Pentagram – Detective Conan 27: The Million-Dollar Pentagram

IMDb Rating: 7.1/10

Release Date: 02/08/2024

Genre: Animation, Action, Mystery, Crime

Runtime: 111 minutes

Country: Japan

Director: Chika Nagaoka

Voice Actors: Rikiya Koyama, Minami Takayama, Kenjiro Tsuda, Wakana Yamazaki,…

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The picturesque port city of Hakodate buzzes with excitement as Conan and Heiji arrive. While participating in a kendo tournament, they unexpectedly cross paths with the notorious phantom thief, Kaito Kid.

Kid’s target this time is a priceless ancient Japanese sword, once owned by the legendary swordsman Toshizo Hijikata. However, when a weapons smuggler is mysteriously murdered, the situation takes a complex turn.

The victim bears a mysterious cross-shaped wound, and the “treasure” he sought seems linked to the sword Kid is after. Is there a hidden force orchestrating these events? Conan and Heiji must join forces to unravel the mysteries before it’s too late.

2 Three Terrified Nights – Three Terrified Nights

Three Terrified Nights – Three Terrified Nights

IMDb Rating: Updating

Release Date: 02/08/2024

Genre: Horror, Mystery

Runtime: 94 minutes

Country: South Korea

Director: Choi Byeong-gil

Cast: Cho Yeo-jung, Ko Kyu-pil, Lee Joo-bin, Seo Ji-hoon,…

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“Three Terrified Nights” is a rollercoaster ride through the eerie spiritual world of South Korea. Inspired by chilling urban legends, the film follows three distinct individuals: single mother Ji Woo, hairstylist Jae Yoon, and the mysterious passenger Gyeong Rae.

Their peaceful lives are upended when inexplicable, eerie events begin to occur. The dimly lit nights amplify the chilling atmosphere, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats. Is there a dark force manipulating their fates? The answer unfolds in the haunting frames of this film.

3 Pilot – The Female Pilot

Pilot – The Female Pilot

IMDb Rating: Updating

Release Date: 02/08/2024

Genre: Comedy

Runtime: 122 minutes

Country: South Korea

Director: Kim Han-gyul

Cast: Cho Jung-seok, Lee Ju-myung, Han Sun-hwa, Shin Seung-ho,…

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The shining star of aviation, Captain Han Jung-woo, hits rock bottom when a workplace scandal shatters his career. In desperation, Jung-woo decides to disguise himself as his sister, Han Jung-mi, to apply for a female pilot position. Will this bold gamble help him reclaim what he’s lost?

4 Borderlands – Borderlands: Back to Pandora

Borderlands – Borderlands: Back to Pandora

IMDb Rating: Updating

Release Date: 09/08/2024

Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi

Runtime: 101 minutes

Country: USA

Director: Eli Roth

Cast: Ariana Greenblatt, Cate Blanchett, Kevin Hart, Jamie Lee Curtis, Florian Munteanu,…

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On the chaotic planet Pandora, Lilith and her crew embark on a perilous adventure. They must face ferocious creatures, ruthless gangs, and deadly traps to find a missing girl. The battle for the massive treasure has begun!

5 DRIVE – Racing with Death

DRIVE – Racing with Death

IMDb Rating: 5.4/10

Release Date: 09/08/2024

Genre: Action, Thriller

Runtime: 93 minutes

Country: South Korea

Director: Park Dong-hee

Cast: Lee Chae-kyung, Kim Do-yoon, Kim Hye-na,…

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Yuna, a famous YouTube streamer, is known for her arrogance.

One night, after attending a prestigious cosmetics brand launch, Yuna feels exhausted and disillusioned. After taking a few photos, she falls asleep in a luxury car. When she wakes up, she finds herself trapped in the trunk.

Her only chance of escape depends on complying with the kidnapper’s demands: Yuna must livestream her abduction and beg her fans for ransom. Failure means death.

Can Yuna, accustomed to a life of luxury, overcome her fear and fight for survival?

6 Alien: Romulus – Alien: Romulus

Alien: Romulus – Alien: Romulus

IMDb Rating: Updating

Release Date: 16/08/2024

Genre: Horror, Sci-Fi

Runtime: 119 minutes

Country: USA

Director: Fede Alvarez

Cast: Cailee Spaeny, Isabela Merced, Archie Renaux, David Jonsson, Aileen Wu,…

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“Alien: Romulus” is a new chilling chapter in the Alien universe, set in the early days of the battle against the terrifying extraterrestrial creature.

Taking place between two classic films, the story follows a group of young astronauts who unintentionally awaken an ancient nightmare while exploring an abandoned space station. In the confined and suffocating environment of the ship, tension rises as they face unimaginable horrors and fight for survival.

7 Ma Da – The Drowning Spirit

Ma Da – The Drowning Spirit

IMDb Rating: Updating

Release Date: 16/08/2024

Genre: Horror

Runtime: 123 minutes

Country: Vietnam

Director: Nguyễn Hữu Hoàng

Cast: Việt Hương, Dạ Chúc, Trung Dân, Thành Lộc, Diệu Đức,…

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Mrs. Lệ, a hardworking river woman, faces death daily to guide lost souls back to their families. But fate leads her into a deadly battle with Ma Da, a dark entity lurking beneath the river.

A deep grudge drives Ma Da to kidnap Mrs. Lệ’s only daughter, Nhung. Can Mrs. Lệ overcome her grief and free the tormented souls, or will she be forever bound by Ma Da’s curse?

8 Revolver – The Female Avenger

Revolver – The Female Avenger

IMDb Rating: Updating

Release Date: 23/08/2024

Genre: Action, Thriller, Crime

Runtime: 123 minutes

Country: South Korea

Director: Oh Seung-uk

Cast: Jeon Do-yeon, Ji Chang-wook, Lim Ji-yeon, Kim Jun-han, Kim Jong-su,…

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Female officer Ha Soo-young agrees to serve an unjust prison sentence in exchange for a huge compensation from Andy. Upon her release, those who promised her help have vanished, leaving only the mysterious Jung Yoon-sun to pick her up. Determined, Ha Soo-young focuses on one goal: uncovering the truth and reclaiming what’s hers!

9 Crayon Shin-chan the Movie: Our Dinosaur Diary – Crayon Shin-chan: Our Dinosaur Diary

Crayon Shin-chan the Movie: Our Dinosaur Diary – Crayon Shin-chan: Our Dinosaur Diary

IMDb Rating: Updating

Release Date: 23/08/2024

Genre: Animation, Comedy, Adventure

Runtime: 100 minutes

Country: Japan

Director: Shinobu Sasaki

Voice Cast: Yumiko Kobayashi, Miki Narahashi, Toshiyuki Morikawa, Satomi Kourogi, Mari Mashiba,…

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During a memorable summer vacation, Shin and his friends embark on an exciting adventure at a dinosaur park. There, Shin meets a lonely baby dinosaur and decides to take it home.

The two quickly become close friends, sharing joyful moments. But their happiness is short-lived when giant dinosaurs escape from a secret lab, causing chaos. Shin and his friends must face this challenge together to protect their city and friendship.

10 Betting With Ghost – Betting With Ghost

Betting With Ghost – Betting With Ghost

IMDb Rating: Updating

Release Date: 30/08/2024

Genre: Horror, Comedy

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Country: Vietnam

Director: Nhật Trung (Trung Lùn)

Cast: Tuấn Trần, Diệp Bảo Ngọc, Lê Giang, Hoài Linh,…

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Lành, a lazy young man from the Mekong Delta, is drowning in gambling debts and alcoholism. His shabby house is his only refuge from ruthless creditors. Fate leads him to a strange encounter with a female ghost named Na in his own home.

A risky deal is made: Lành will help Na find her lost child in exchange for supernatural powers to pay off his debts and become rich. Is this his chance to turn his life around, or is he stepping into a dangerous game he can’t control?

August 2024 is truly a blockbuster month for cinema, offering a diverse range of genres and stories. With these exciting releases, audiences are in for unforgettable cinematic experiences. Which film will dominate the box office? Let’s wait and see!