Sky Cinema Hits HD The eccentric pet detective is coaxed out of self-imposed exile in a Buddhist monastery to visit Africa and help search for a sacred white bat. However, his unique investigative talents are tested to the limits as he faces a race against time to find the missing creature and prevent a tribal war. Comedy sequel, starring Jim Carrey, Simon Callow and Bob Gunton. 2026-08-13 A tough policeman is assigned to protect the girlfriend of a Triad boss who has agreed to turn informant, but ends up being framed for murder. Kung fu comedy thriller, in which Jackie Chan directs, stars and performs all his own stunts. With Brigitte Lin, Maggie Cheung and Bill Tung. 2026-08-13 Previews of the films now playing on Sky Cinema, plus other highlights showing on Sky. 2026-08-13 The son of the Greek god Zeus is raised by humans and grows up to reject his immortal heritage in anger at the gods' cruel treatment of humans. He sets out on a quest to find a means to kill the evil lord of the underworld in revenge for his father's death, facing all manner of strange creatures. Mythological adventure, with Sam Worthington, Liam Neeson, Ralph Fiennes and Gemma Arterton. 2026-08-13 The Greek god Zeus is betrayed by his fellow immortals, who intend to release the monstrous race of titans they banished to the underworld. His Demi-God son Perseus must rescue his father and protect the human race from the terrifying creatures that have been unleashed on the world. Fantasy adventure sequel, starring Sam Worthington, Liam Neeson and Ralph Fiennes. 2026-08-13 An unstable Vietnam veteran cop teams up with a by-the-book Los Angeles police detective to investigate the apparent suicide of the daughter of a wealthy businessman, leading them to a violent and bloody confrontation with a ruthless drug cartel under the control of a retired US general. Action thriller, starring Mel Gibson, Danny Glover, Gary Busey, Mitchell Ryan and Tom Atkins. 2026-08-13 Headstrong cop Martin Riggs and his cautious partner Roger Murtaugh stumble across a plot by a South African diplomat to launder drugs money by shipping gold coins into the US via his embassy. Protected by diplomatic immunity, the crook looks certain to evade the law - while his chief henchman has a connection to Riggs' traumatic past. Action thriller sequel, with Mel Gibson, Danny Glover, Joe Pes 2026-08-13 As Murtagh counts down his last few days on the force before retirement, he and Riggs go on the trail of a former LAPD officer who is using his insider knowledge to steal confiscated weaponry and ammunition, then selling it on to criminal gang bosses. The duo are assigned to work with internal affairs investigator Lorna Cole, while they also get help from old friend - and reformed small-time crook 2026-08-13 Mismatched LAPD detectives Riggs and Murtaugh stumble across a ship transporting Chinese immigrants into the US. As they try to get to the bottom of the organisation behind the smuggling, they find themselves up against a master criminal who is an expert in martial arts and heads a triad responsible for people-trafficking and forgery. Action adventure sequel, starring Mel Gibson, Danny Glover, Ren 2026-08-13 Detectives Mike Lowrey and Marcus Burnett search for a $100million heroin consignment brazenly stolen by a French drug kingpin from the police evidence room. However, after a mix-up over a phone call from a potential witness, each cop has to assume the other's identity - Lowrey becoming the henpecked family man and Burnett the playboy. Michael Bay's action thriller, starring Will Smith, Martin Law 2026-08-13 Two mismatched undercover cops set out to halt an underground gang war and bring down a drug lord attempting to flood the market with a deadly form of Ecstasy. However, a romantic interlude threatens to drive the investigation off course. Comedy thriller sequel, starring Will Smith, Martin Lawrence, Gabrielle Union, Jordi Molla and Peter Stormare. 2026-08-13 Vietnam veteran John Rambo is wrongfully arrested in a backwoods town and tested to the limits of his endurance by a brutal deputy. Rambo escapes from his cell and heads out to the woods, and with the forces of the law in hot pursuit he finally has the chance to fight them on his own terms. Action thriller, starring Sylvester Stallone, Brian Dennehy, Richard Crenna and David Caruso. 2026-08-13 Incarcerated Special Forces veteran John Rambo is offered the chance for freedom by former commander Colonel Trautman if he takes up the offer to return to the jungles of Vietnam on a life-or-death mission to rescue American PoWs. During the course of the operation, he develops strong feelings for his guide, a female freedom fighter - but tragedy strikes, leaving him more determined than ever to e 2026-08-13 Vietnam veteran John Rambo turns down a request from his old colonel to join a mission in Soviet-occupied Afghanistan. However, when the officer is captured, Rambo sets off to save him, joining the Mujahedeen rebels in fighting against the Russian invaders. Action adventure sequel, starring Sylvester Stallone, Richard Crenna, Kurtwood Smith, Marc de Jonge and Sasson Gabai. 2026-08-14 A dedicated Hong Kong cop's unusual policing methods result in his demotion to traffic duty, despite his success in fighting crime. Meanwhile, an old enemy is released from prison and sets out to get revenge. Action comedy sequel, directed by and starring Jackie Chan. With Maggie Cheung, Charlie Cho and Yuen Chor. 2026-08-14 This edition of The Cinema List is about being trapped. From the depths of the ocean in 47 Meters Down to the vastness of space in Gravity, getting out is easier said than done. 2026-08-14 Vietnam veteran John Rambo is wrongfully arrested in a backwoods town and tested to the limits of his endurance by a brutal deputy. Rambo escapes from his cell and heads out to the woods, and with the forces of the law in hot pursuit he finally has the chance to fight them on his own terms. Action thriller, starring Sylvester Stallone, Brian Dennehy, Richard Crenna and David Caruso. 2026-08-14 Incarcerated Special Forces veteran John Rambo is offered the chance for freedom by former commander Colonel Trautman if he takes up the offer to return to the jungles of Vietnam on a life-or-death mission to rescue American PoWs. During the course of the operation, he develops strong feelings for his guide, a female freedom fighter - but tragedy strikes, leaving him more determined than ever to e 2026-08-14 Leonidas, fearless king of Sparta, leads 300 of his finest warriors into battle against the vast invading armies of the ruler of the Persian empire. As the outnumbered Spartans fight for their country, his queen, Gorgo, tries to rally support for her husband at home. Fantasy action adventure based on Frank Miller and Lynn Varley's comic-book series, starring Gerard Butler, Lena Headey, Dominic Wes 2026-08-14 Ruler of the Persian empire and self-proclaimed god Xerxes continues his campaign to crush the emerging Greek nation, forcing a general from the democratic city state of Athens to lead his navy into battle against Xerxes' vast armada. Fantasy adventure sequel, starring Sullivan Stapleton, Eva Green and Lena Headey. 2026-08-14 An unassuming hobbit is plunged into a battle against the forces of darkness when his uncle bequeaths him a magical ring of immense power. He joins a fellowship of heroes to embark on a perilous quest to destroy the ring before it falls into the hands of its creator - a dark lord who needs it to regain his power and conquer the world. The first part of Peter Jackson's epic fantasy trilogy based on 2026-08-14 Frodo and Sam continue their quest to destroy the all-powerful ring, bringing them face to face with the magical artefact's twisted former owner Gollum. Meanwhile, their allies prepare to make a desperate last stand against the vast armies of the corrupted wizard Saruman, who has declared war on a neighbouring kingdom. Part two of Peter Jackson's fantasy adventure trilogy, starring Elijah Wood, Se 2026-08-14 As hobbits Frodo and Sam near the end of their journey into the dark lands of Mordor to destroy the One Ring, the evil Sauron unleashes the full might of his armies on Middle-earth. Meanwhile, Aragorn must fulfil his destiny of becoming king by leading his people into a climactic battle with the forces of darkness. Conclusion of the fantasy adventure trilogy, starring Elijah Wood, Viggo Mortensen, 2026-08-14 Helm Hammerhand sits on the throne of Rohan, flanked by sons Hama and Haleth and rebellious daughter Hera. Dunlending lord Freca proposes a marital union between Hera and his son Wulf, which Helm loudly rejects. In a subsequent brawl between fathers, Helm unintentionally lands a fatal blow, so Wulf vows revenge and amasses an army led by General Targg. Animated adventure, featuring the voices of G 2026-08-14