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Christian Bale in American Psycho (2000) (Image: Lions Gate Films)Every month Netflix refreshes its library, bringing in new favourites while removing older titles. For film fans, that means keeping a close eye on what’s about to disappear - and some gems are set to leave us this August.From Oscar-winning epics to crowd-pleasing musicals and nail-biting action, here are 12 of the most notable titles departing Netflix in August, along with when they’ll vanish from the streaming service.Final Destination seriesLeaving August 2The Final Destination films redefined the horror genre with their inventive “death as a character” premise. In particular, the first and third entries stand out for their creative set pieces and memorable moments of tension.Though often outrageous, the franchise has ...

After six series and a film trilogy, Downton Abbey is finally set to conclude with its Grand Finale film this September.And while the main storyline may be concluding, it seems unlikely the franchise will with it.Speaking with Deadline, Elizabeth McGovern was asked if Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale really will live up to its title.The Cora Crawley star replied: “It is, definitely. I can tell you that … unless they do something like they go back in time and it’s a different cast. You know, the young Maggie. There’s been quite a lot of that sort of talk.”The late Dame Maggie Smith’s Lady Violet Crawley kicked the bucket in the second film, Downton Abbey: A New Era. However, her Victorian youth has been referenced countless times throughout the series. So perhaps that A Gilded Age crossov...

John Lennon has continued to inspire millions of people with his music in the years after his death in 1980. However, what inspired him? Among various musicians, such as Elvis and Chuck Berry, Lennon was inspired by film. On several occasions, Lennon expressed his love for cinema and said that it often helped to form his own artistic vision, including his passion for the counterculture movement.However, three films in particular stood out to the singer-songwriter.Citizen Kane (1941)For many, Citizen Kane is a classic that ranks among the best films ever created. It tells the tale of a man who craved love from the world around him. A synopsis of the film reads: "When a reporter is assigned to decipher newspaper magnate Charles Foster Kane's (Orson Welles) dying words, his investigation g...

Hulk Hogan enjoyed a sporadic but memorable film career (Image: Getty)Hulk Hogan wasn’t just one of the most recognisable names in professional wrestling - he was one of the defining figures of 1980s and 1990s pop culture. Born Terry Gene Bollea, Hogan became the face of the World Wrestling Federation (now WWE), helping transform the sport into a global entertainment phenomenon with his charisma, catchphrases and strong persona.Alongside his wrestling career, Hogan crossed over into film and television, appearing in a string of roles that often played on his imposing yet affable image. While he never pursued acting with the same intensity as wrestling, his appearances on the big screen - from cult comedies to blockbusters - cemented his place as a household name far beyond the ring.On J...

Sylvester Stallone is renowned for portraying Hollywood's most formidable tough guys but Rocky stands head and shoulders above the rest. The third film in the series depicts the iconic boxer at his lowest ebb, as both his personal life and career seem to hit rock bottom.And art imitated life when Stallone endured a harrowing moment on set with Hulk Hogan, filming an intense scene where he squared up to a colossal adversary who charged at him like "an enraged bull."After being floored by the impact, the battered actor implored the crew not to move him, fearing he had snapped his collarbone.Stallone would later end up in hospital after a brutal encounter with Dolph Lundgren during the making of Rocky IV in 1985, but he has admitted that nothing compared to the excruciating pain he experie...

Dave Franco's latest film is being hailed by the critics ahead of its release. Together is a supernatural body horror film written and directed by Michael Shanks, in his directorial debut.The horror film stars real-life married actors Franco and his wife Alison Brie, as a couple who move to the countryside but find themselves encountering a mysterious force that changes their bodies dramatically. Together's synopsis reads: "Years into their relationship, Tim and Millie (Dave Franco and Alison Brie) find themselves at a crossroads as they move to the country, abandoning all that is familiar in their lives except each other. With tensions already flaring, a nightmarish encounter with a mysterious, unnatural force threatens to corrupt their lives, their love, and their flesh."The film is a...

The latest Marvel blockbuster is set to hit cinemas, marking a significant addition to the franchise.Despite being dubbed as their first standalone film by studio heads including Kevin Feige, it doesn't mean that there won't be any meaningful connections to the overall franchise.This is the first time these characters will grace the big screen since the rights were transferred back from Fox to Disney and Marvel.Set against the vibrant backdrop of a 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic world, this film presents a different version of Earth than any of the previous movies.Audiences will meet Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn and Ebon Moss-Bachrach's interpretations of Marvel's First Family, also known as Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic, Sue Storm/Invisible Woman, Johnny Storm/Human Tor...

An odd habit from legendary director Martin Scorsese has left fans in stitches. His daughter, Francesca Scorsese, brought the strange hobby to light during a recent post on social media. The Hollywood director behind all-time greats like Goodfellas, Silence, and The Irishman seems to be in agreement with fans who frequently watch his work.Scorsese is said to watch his own films during his downtime, and though that may not be too strange, his daughter says how he watches the films is weird. The Acadmey Awards winner is said to sit down to enjoy one of his own movies, and acts as though he has never seen it before.A post to X from the cinesthetic account reads: "Francesca Scorsese says her father, Martin Scorsese, sometimes watches his films as though he’s never seen them before."Scorsese...

Michael will now hit cinemas on April 24, 2026 and it still remains to be decided if the film will be split into two. Considering the first cut was 3.5 hours, the additional filming and more money to be made, it would be surprising if this didn’t happen.

The Fantastic Four end credits scene gears fans up for Robert Downey Jr's Doctor Doom in Avengers Doomsday.