This week’s cinema releases include Grand Prix of Europe, Nobody 2, and Red Sonja, offering family fun, explosive action, and fantasy adventure.
Grand Prix of Europe – family-friendly racing adventure
The Grand Prix of Europe is an animated film for all ages (rated PG) opening in cinemas on Friday, 15 August 2025. The story follows Edda, a young mouse whose dream is to become a race car driver.
She is the daughter of Erwin, a fairground operator whose business is struggling.
When the 50th anniversary of the European Grand Prix approaches, Edda meets her racing hero Ed and discovers that she may be the only one who can save her father’s business — by racing herself.
Directed by Waldemar Fast, the film features the voices of Colin McFarlane, Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Hayley Atwell, and David Menkin. Running at 1 hour and 38 minutes, it’s a colourful, upbeat movie best enjoyed on the big screen.
Nobody 2 – explosive action returns
For fans of high-octane thrillers, Nobody 2 arrives in cinemas on Friday, 15 August 2025 with a 16 age restriction. This sequel brings back Hutch Mansell, a seemingly ordinary suburban dad with a deadly secret past as an assassin.
After stopping a home invasion, Hutch is forced back into the violent underworld, uncovering dangerous truths about his wife Becca and his own history.
Directed by Timo Tjahjanto, Paul Barry, and Greg Rementer, the cast includes Christopher Lloyd, John Ortiz, Colin Salmon, and Connie Nielsen. The movie runs for 1 hour and 30 minutes, packing intense fight scenes and gripping storytelling.
Red Sonja – the She-Devil with a Sword
Red Sonja, an R-rated (18) fantasy action film, opens on Friday, 15 August 2025. It tells the story of a young woman who survives a personal tragedy and transforms into one of the most feared warriors in the land.
Known as the She-Devil with a Sword, she faces enemies and challenges that will test her strength and determination.
Directed by M.J. Bassett, the film stars Katrina Durden, Michael Bisping, Matilda Anna Ingrid Lutz, and Robert Sheehan. At 1 hour and 50 minutes, it delivers epic sword fights and bold characters.
How to watch these new movies at cinemas in South Africa
Movie lovers across South Africa can catch Grand Prix of Europe, Nobody 2, and Red Sonja at most major cinema chains starting Friday, 15 August 2025. \These include:
- Ster-Kinekor – showing all three films at selected locations, with some branches offering luxury recliner seating and IMAX for action-packed titles like Nobody 2.
- Nu Metro – screening the films in regular, 3D, and Xtreme formats at certain venues, perfect for enjoying the large-scale visuals of Red Sonja.
- Independent cinemas – such as The Labia Theatre (Cape Town) and The Bioscope (Johannesburg) may also feature one or more of the titles, depending on programming.
To avoid disappointment, it’s best to check cinema websites or apps for exact showtimes, formats, and ticket availability.
Early booking is recommended, especially for opening weekend, as new releases often draw larger crowds.