With summer in full swing and June coming to an end,Huluhas released their catalog of diverse films making their way to the streaming giant in July. The popular platform is constantly acquiring and creating exciting and memorable content, with its library loaded with both big name flicks and highly-anticipated upcoming releases. Regardless of the mood you’re in or the genre you’re looking for, Hulu is sure to satisfy all of your streaming needs with the simple click of a button. From animated musical comedies likeThe Bob’s Burgers Movieto thought-provoking documentaries such asAftershock,the platform offers something great for everyone.
As the Fourth of Julyis right around the corner, viewers can celebrate the patriotic holiday by watching theWill Smith blockbuster hitIndependence Dayand ring in the day with the juggernaut flick. If comedy is your go-to favorite genre, Hulu is jam-packed full of both new and old titles like the upcoming satireNot Okayand the beloved Will Ferrell stapleTalladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby.These are the best movies coming to Hulu in July.
9The Princess
Joey King headlines thedark fantasy action comedyThe Princess,in which she portrays a headstrong princess who refuses to marry her conniving suitor and is subsequently kidnapped and locked away in a tower in her family’s sprawling castle; when she discovers that her sociopathic husband-to-be will stop at nothing to acquire her father’s throne and all the power that goes with it, The Princess sets out to protect her loved ones at all costs.
The female-driven action flick features plenty of thrilling fight sequences and at its heart is an empowering underdog tale, withKing wanting audiences to knowthat her heroine “has confidence, but she does not know that she can pull it off. She’s taking it one step at a time. She’s overwhelmed and she’s tired. If you trust yourself and bet on yourself, you will be alright in the end.”
Based on the Aileen Mioko Smith and W. Eugene Smith novel of the same name, the 2020 dramaMinamatachronicles the efforts of the latter renowned American photographer as he sets out to document the shocking effects of mercury poisoning in the coastal city of Minamata, Japan in 1971. In the grippingMinamata, Johnny Depp brilliantly portrays Smith, who is given a final assignment by Life Magazine to expose the horrors and gross negligence committed by the chemical company Chisso. The celebrated photojournalist makes it his mission to connect with the ravaged community and unmask their devastating reality for the world to see, going head-to-head with the powerful corporation at fault for the outbreak of the debilitating disease.
7Independence Day
What better way to ring in the Fourth of July than by watching the Will Smith 1996 blockbuster extravaganzaIndependence Day,with the sci-fi flick centering on an unlikely group of people who join forces in the Nevada desert to fight back against ruthless aliens determined to invade and completely destroy Earth. Smith famously stars as Captain Steven Hiller, a Marine F/A-18 pilot who courageously battles to protect his family and humanity from the malevolent aliens, teaming up with characters like President Thomas J. Whitmore (Bill Pullman) and satellite engineer David Levinson (Jeff Goldblum) to combat the creatures.
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Independence Daywent on to become the highest grossing film of 1996 and earned widespread praise for its stellar performances and visual effects, andmarked a resurgence in disaster filmsin American cinema. After it broke records for the most successful pre-opening screenings, the film was released on July 3rd, and went on to make more than $17 million on the Independence Day holiday alone.
Zoey Deutch and Dylan O’Brien star in the comedy satireNot Okay,which follows misguided aspiring writer Danni Sanders as she fakes an Instagram-worthy trip to Paris in hopes of attracting fame, friends and some highly-coveted social media clout. Her seemingly fool-proof plan goes sideways when an alarming incident occurs and Danni finds herself in over her head when she becomes a “survivor” of a terrorist attack, ultimately causing her lie to become harder and harder to keep secret. Deutch and O’Brien previously showcased their undeniable chemistry in the 2022 crime dramaThe Outfit,and fans of the pair arebuzzing about their on-screen reunionas romantic partners in the upcoming comedy.
5The Bob’s Burgers Movie
Based on the popular animated television series, the 2022 musical comedyThe Bob’s Burgers Moviefocuses on the Belcher family as they fight to keep their restaurant afloat after a giant sinkhole forms right in front of Bob’s Burgers and ruins their plans for a lucrative, successful summer. As Bob and Linda struggle to pay their business loan, their children Tina, Gene and Louise make it their mission to solve the mystery of the sinkhole and save their parents from looming financial disaster.
Bob’s Burgers’creator Loren Bouchardassured viewers that the filmwould “scratch every itch that fans of the show have ever had,” while also attracting new audiences in the process. The highly-anticipated comedy has garnered glowing reviews from critics and fans alike, with many saying it masterfully retains the clever humor and heart of the original show. It will be on Hulu starting July 12th, and will also be on HBO Max.
Beloved comedy legend Robin Williamsfamously starred in the 1995 fantasy adventure flickJumanji,appearing as Alan Parrish, a boy who becomes trapped in the eponymous magical board game in 1969 only to be freed 26 years later by siblings Judy and Peter Shepherd. The now-adult Alan must work with the kids and his childhood best friend to defeat the game in hopes of undoing all the devastating destruction it caused and freeing Alan permanently.
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With a dynamite cast including Kirsten Dunst, Bonnie Hunt, and Jonathan Hyde, the iconic ‘90s classic was a box office hit and has gone on to become a Williams staple amongst fans of the late and great performer. The success ofJumanjiled to the stand-alone spin-offZathura: A Space Adventureand two lucrative indirect sequelsJumanji: Welcome to the JungleandJumanji: The Next Level.
3Aftershock
Paula Eiselt and Tonya Lewis Lee directed the poignant 2022 documentaryAftershock,chronicling the heartrending actions and efforts of Bruce McIntyre and Omari Maynard, two fathers who lost their partners during childbirth due to medical negligence and preventable complications. The men make it their mission to shed light on the United States maternal health crisis by inspiring physicians, activists and healthcare-workers to join the conversation about the current state and issues of the medical system.Aftershockhad its worldwide premiere at the Sundance Film Festival, earning widespread acclaim from critics and receiving a 100% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes;Varietydeclared that the filmmakers “deliver a vital and moving documentary that shows the lives behind shameful statistics.”
2The Hater
In her feature debut, Joey Ally wrote, directed, and stars in the 2022 political satireThe Hater,in which she portrays liberal environmentalist and speechwriter Dorothy Goodwin, who goes undercover as a Republican candidate in the Texas primary in order to make her old arch rival lose his chance at serving in the state legislature.
Featuring the additional talent of performers like Ian Harding, Bruce Dern, and Ali Larter, the satire is a refreshing political comedy that introduces endearing and relatable characters while accuratelydepicting the culture and political warraging within the United States. Ally’s impressive debut as both an actor and filmmaker was lauded by critics, withMovie Nationwriting that the “cleverest thing aboutThe Hateris the way it upends expectations just enough to keep things interesting and make you wonder ‘How will Ally write her way out of this?’ And then Ally manages just that."
Comedy heavy-hitters Will Ferrell, John C. Reilly and Sacha Baron Cohen teamed up in 2006 to star in anAdam McKay movie, the 2006 sports comedyTalladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby,which follows the titular NASCAR superstar as his fame and fortune comes crashing down around him after French Formula One champion Jean Girard steals the spotlight from him. Bobby sets out to reclaim his power and honor both on and off the racetrack, challenging the driver in a race to decide who is NASCAR’s greatest talent.Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobbywas written by both Ferrell and McKay, with the duo having previously co-writtenAnchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundytogether and later joining forces for films likeStep BrothersandThe Other Guys.While they have since parted ways as creative collaborators, they left their mark in the comedy world with fun films like this.
