The week brings a varied selection of new Australian streaming arrivals, led by the return of the science-fiction thriller Dark Matter and the new psychological thriller The Whisper Man. The lineup also includes returning dramas, comedy, crime and mystery series, along with films such as The Garfield Movie and Mousetrap across Paramount+, BINGE, Stan, Disney+, Apple TV+, Netflix and Prime Video.
This new series centres on a complicated relationship and the consequences that follow as its characters navigate desire, secrecy and personal choices.
A new psychological thriller exploring the unsettling consequences of obsession and possession, with a story that gradually draws its characters into increasingly disturbing circumstances.
The British cyber-thriller returns for a second season, continuing its exploration of cyber warfare, national security and the threats posed by attacks in the digital realm.
The comedy series returns for another season following a group of young friends as they navigate relationships, work, independence and the uncertainties of adult life.
Joel Edgerton returns as Jason Dessen in the science-fiction thriller based on Blake Crouch’s bestselling novel, continuing the story across parallel realities and the consequences of choices made between them.
This psychological thriller follows a father whose search for his missing son becomes connected to a notorious serial killer and a case that reaches deep into his family’s past.
A mystery drama built around secrets and deception, as hidden truths begin to complicate relationships and challenge what the characters believe about one another.
The animated comedy follows the famously food-loving cat Garfield as an unexpected reunion with his father, Vic, sends him and Odie on an adventure beyond their usual home comforts.
A new thriller following a dangerous race against time, as its central character becomes caught in circumstances that demand both determination and quick thinking.
This week’s arrivals cover a broad range of genres, from science fiction and psychological thrillers to comedy, mystery and animation. With new titles landing across major Australian streaming platforms, Brisbane viewers have plenty of fresh options to explore from late August into the first days of September.
Brisbane cinemas welcome a broad selection of new releases this week, led by sci-fi thriller The Dog Stars, alongside the documentary Unravel Me: Tina Arena, drama & Sons and the romantic film Your Letter. Anniversary screenings, family previews and major concert films add further variety, while GOMA presents a selection of classic and international cinema.
NEW RELEASES
The Dog Stars
27 August 2026 | Angelika Cinemas (Woolloongabba), Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cinebar (Rosalie Village), Cineplex (Balmoral, Hawthorne Deluxe, Redbank, South Bank), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo, Portside), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, Springfield Central), Five Star Cinemas (Brisbane City, Graceville, New Farm, Red Hill), HOYTS (Stafford, Sunnybank), Palace Cinemas (Barracks Brisbane, James St), Reading Cinemas (Jindalee, Newmarket), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
Set in a post-pandemic America, this science-fiction thriller follows a pilot and a scientist surviving in a remote Colorado wilderness while confronting threats from both nature and other survivors.
Unravel Me: Tina Arena
27 August 2026 | Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt), Five Star Cinemas (Graceville, New Farm), HOYTS (Stafford), Palace Cinemas (Barracks Brisbane, James St), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
This documentary explores the life and career of Australian singer Tina Arena, bringing together her personal story and decades of musical achievements.
Your Letter
27 August 2026 | Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt), HOYTS (Sunnybank)
This romantic drama follows a young woman who discovers a mysterious letter that leads her into an unexpected connection with the past.
& Sons
27 August 2026 | Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cinebar (Rosalie Village), Cineplex (Hawthorne Cinemas), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo, Portside), Event Cinemas (Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Springfield Central), Five Star Cinemas (Graceville, New Farm), HOYTS (Stafford), Palace Cinemas (Barracks Brisbane, James St), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
This family drama examines relationships between fathers and sons as long-held tensions and personal ambitions come to the surface.
Cliffhanger
27 August 2026 | Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo, Portside)
This action thriller returns audiences to a world of high-altitude danger, with a new chapter built around survival, betrayal and perilous mountain terrain.
The Fast and the Furious – 25th Anniversary Screening
28 August 2026 | Cineplex (Hawthorne Cinemas, Redbank, South Bank), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo, Portside), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, Springfield Central), HOYTS (Stafford, Sunnybank), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
The 2001 action classic returns to cinemas for a special 25th anniversary screening, revisiting the street-racing rivalry that launched the long-running franchise.
Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone – 25th Anniversary Screening
The first Harry Potter adventure returns to the big screen for its 25th anniversary, introducing audiences once again to Harry’s first year at Hogwarts.
Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie
30 August 2026 | Angelika Cinemas (Woolloongabba), Reading Cinemas (Newmarket)
The animated adventure brings the PAW Patrol team into a prehistoric setting for a new mission designed for younger audiences and families.
André Rieu’s 2026 Summer Concert: Viva Maastricht!
2 September 2026 | Angelika Cinemas (Woolloongabba), Cinebar (Rosalie Village), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo, Portside), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, Springfield Central), Five Star Cinemas (Brisbane City, Graceville, New Farm, Red Hill), HOYTS (Stafford, Sunnybank), Reading Cinemas (Newmarket), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
André Rieu returns to the cinema with a concert celebration filmed in his hometown of Maastricht, featuring orchestral performances and the festive atmosphere of his annual summer concerts.
Katy Perry: The Lifetimes Tour – Live from Paris
2 September 2026 | Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, Springfield Central), HOYTS (Stafford)
This concert film brings Katy Perry’s Lifetimes Tour to the big screen, capturing her Paris performance and the spectacle of the international tour.
STILL SHOWING
Insidious: Out of the Further
Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cineplex (Redbank, South Bank), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, Springfield Central), Five Star Cinemas (Brisbane City, Red Hill), HOYTS (Stafford, Sunnybank), Palace Cinemas (James St), Reading Cinemas (Jindalee, Newmarket), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
The supernatural horror continues its Brisbane run with another chapter set within the terrifying world of the Further.
Mutiny
Angelika Cinemas (Woolloongabba), Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cinebar (Rosalie Village), Cineplex (Redbank, South Bank), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, Springfield Central), Five Star Cinemas (Red Hill), HOYTS (Stafford, Sunnybank), Palace Cinemas (James St), Reading Cinemas (Newmarket), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
The tense thriller remains on screens, exploring conflict, shifting loyalties and the consequences of dangerous choices.
Spa Weekend
Angelika Cinemas (Woolloongabba), Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cinebar (Rosalie Village), Cineplex (Redbank), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, Springfield Central), HOYTS (Stafford, Sunnybank), Palace Cinemas (Barracks Brisbane, James St), Reading Cinemas (Newmarket), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
The ensemble comedy continues with a group of longtime friends attempting to escape everyday pressures during a relaxing getaway.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Angelika Cinemas (Woolloongabba), Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cinebar (Rosalie Village), Cineplex (Balmoral, Hawthorne Cinemas, Redbank), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo, Portside), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, Springfield Central), Five Star Cinemas (Brisbane City, Graceville), HOYTS (Stafford, Sunnybank), Palace Cinemas (Barracks Brisbane, James St), Reading Cinemas (Newmarket), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
The superhero adventure continues its Brisbane cinema run, bringing further action and Marvel storytelling to audiences across the city.
The Odyssey
Angelika Cinemas (Woolloongabba), Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cinebar (Rosalie Village), Cineplex (Balmoral, Redbank, South Bank), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo, Portside), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, Springfield Central), Five Star Cinemas (Graceville), HOYTS (Stafford, Sunnybank), Palace Cinemas (Barracks Brisbane, James St), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
The epic adaptation remains available across Brisbane, continuing its cinematic interpretation of the legendary voyage and its enduring themes.
GOMA
Gloria
28 August 2026
GOMA’s film program presents this drama as part of its curated selection of cinema experiences in Brisbane.
Opening Night
29 August 2026
This screening forms part of GOMA’s film program, bringing another distinctive work of cinema to the week’s cultural schedule.
Soudain (All of a Sudden)
30 August 2026
GOMA continues its international cinema program with this screening, adding another contemporary work to the week’s selection.
Brisbane’s cinema program for 27 August – 2 September combines new films, anniversary screenings, family entertainment and concert experiences with a strong selection of continuing titles. From mainstream cinemas across the city to GOMA’s curated film program, the week offers a broad mix of contemporary and classic cinema.
The arts program this weekend brings together major theatre productions, contemporary dance, classical music, exhibitions, cinema, jazz and cultural events. From acclaimed stage productions and ballet to gallery exhibitions, film screenings and live performances, there are creative experiences across Brisbane for a range of interests.
The Films of John Cassavetes
3 July – 29 August 2026 | Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA), Cinema A, South Brisbane Find out more
The Films of John Cassavetes presents a selection of the influential American filmmaker’s work as part of GOMA’s cinema program Tumult and Tenderness. The program explores Cassavetes’ distinctive approach to independent filmmaking and his focus on human relationships.
The Red Dress
25 July – 13 September 2026 | Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City Find out more
The Red Dress is a collaborative textile artwork featuring thousands of embroidered contributions from people around the world. The exhibition explores women’s experiences, memory and identity through the evolving red garment.
The Book of Mormon
31 July – 4 October 2026 | Glasshouse Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane Get Tickets
The Book of Mormon is the award-winning musical created by Trey Parker, Matt Stone and Robert Lopez. The story follows two young missionaries sent to Uganda, combining musical theatre, satire and comedy.
Lord Mayor’s Photographic Awards 2026
1 August – 1 November 2026 | Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City Find out more
The Lord Mayor’s Photographic Awards showcases photographs celebrating Brisbane, its people, places and communities. The annual exhibition presents selected works from photographers across a range of styles and perspectives.
Celia Gullett: Spirit Into Matter
5 – 29 August 2026 | Jan Murphy Gallery, Fortitude Valley Find out more
Spirit Into Matter presents new work by Australian artist Celia Gullett. The exhibition explores the relationship between physical materials, form and ideas through Gullett’s contemporary practice.
Do Not Go Gentle
11 – 30 August 2026 | Bille Brown Theatre, South Brisbane Get Tickets
Do Not Go Gentle explores ageing, dementia, loss and what it means to face the end of life. The production features Andrew Buchanan, Jennifer Flowers, Steven Grives, Christen O’Leary, Marilyn Richardson, Bruce Spence and William Zappa.
Undying: Abdul-Rahman Abdullah
13 August – 7 November 2026 | Griffith University Art Museum, South Bank Find out more
Undying presents work by Western Australian artist Abdul-Rahman Abdullah, whose practice explores memory, family, mortality and connections between people and place through sculpture and installation.
Bohemian Dreams – Mozart, Schubert, Haydn, Krommer & Punto
21 – 30 August 2026 | Plant Empire, Tennyson Get Tickets
Bohemian Dreams brings classical works by Mozart, Schubert, Haydn, Krommer and Punto to an intimate setting. The program features chamber music from the Classical and early Romantic periods.
Dead Bat on the Night Shift
26 – 29 August, 2 – 5 September 2026 | PIP Theatre, Milton Get Tickets
Dead Bat on the Night Shift is a theatrical production presented at PIP Theatre. The work brings a darkly comic story to the stage across two performance periods.
Ballet of Lights
28 August 2026 | The Princess Theatre, Woolloongabba Get Tickets
Ballet of Lights combines classical ballet with illuminated costumes and lighting effects. The performance uses choreography, visual effects and glowing costumes to present a familiar story in a distinctive stage setting.
Immerse – RQAS Jazz Night
28 August 2026 | RQAS Brisbane Gallery, Brisbane City Get Tickets
Immerse – RQAS Jazz Night combines live jazz with the gallery setting of the Royal Queensland Art Society. The evening brings music and visual art together in a creative environment.
Rosa Mack & West End Mana
28 August 2026 | Mirrorball Ministries, West End Get Tickets
Rosa Mack & West End Mana presents a live music performance featuring Rosa Mack and West End Mana at Mirrorball Ministries.
Death of a Salesman
28 August – 6 September 2026 | Lyric Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane Get Tickets
Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman arrives in Brisbane in a production directed by Neil Armfield and starring Anthony LaPaglia as Willy Loman. The Australian production also features Alison Whyte, Josh Helman and Ben O’Toole.
Alcides Neto
29 August 2026 | The Princess Theatre, Woolloongabba Get Tickets
Alcides Neto brings his live performance to The Princess Theatre, presenting the Brazilian artist’s music in an intimate Brisbane setting.
Taiwan Film Festival
29 August 2026 | Event Cinemas, Brisbane City Get Tickets
Taiwan Film Festival presents a selection of Taiwanese films, offering audiences an opportunity to experience contemporary cinema and stories from Taiwan on the big screen.
Book Launch with Dannika Patterson
29 August 2026 | Harry Hartog, Carindale Find out more
Dannika Patterson appears at Harry Hartog for a book launch celebrating her latest work. The event offers readers an opportunity to meet the author and discover her new publication.
The Silent Cry of Flowers
29 – 30 August 2026 | Thomas Dixon Centre, West End Get Tickets
The Silent Cry of Flowers is a contemporary dance work created by Sthan Kabar-Louët and performed by nine dancers. The work explores resilience, exile and hope through movement, imagery and music.
Symphonic Stories: Music on Sundays 4
30 August 2026 | Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane Get Tickets
Symphonic Stories: Music on Sundays 4 presents a live orchestral program in QPAC’s Concert Hall, combining orchestral works with storytelling as part of the Sunday concert series.
This weekend’s program covers theatre, ballet, contemporary dance, classical and jazz music, cinema, photography, visual art and cultural events, with major productions and intimate creative experiences taking place across Brisbane.
Families can enjoy interactive theatre, circus, creative activities, community festivals, markets and special events this weekend. The program includes a major family show, a long-running circus production, hands-on children’s activities and community celebrations across Brisbane.
Vipoo Srivilasa: Express Yourself
11 October 2025 – 13 September 2026 | Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA), Children’s Art Centre, South Brisbane Find out more
Vipoo Srivilasa: Express Yourself invites children to explore emotions through drawing, dancing and digital activities. The interactive exhibition includes hands-on making and multisensory experiences inspired by Srivilasa’s ceramic flower-bear characters.
Dinos Alive: An Immersive Experience in Brisbane
2 May – 30 August 2026 | Fever Skygate – Exhibition and Immersive Experience Centre, Brisbane Airport Get Tickets
Dinos Alive is an immersive dinosaur experience featuring life-sized prehistoric creatures and an environment designed to transport visitors into the world of dinosaurs.
Disney Store Brisbane Pop-Up Experience
4 July – 27 September 2026 | Shop QSM 103 – Queen Street Mall, Brisbane City Find out more
The Disney Store Brisbane Pop-Up Experience brings Disney merchandise and themed shopping to Queen Street Mall for a limited time.
Night Feast 2026
29 July – 31 August 2026 | Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm Find out more
Night Feast brings together food, art, music and family-friendly entertainment at Brisbane Powerhouse. The annual event combines dining experiences with installations and performances across the riverside precinct.
Glow & Tell
27 – 30 August 2026 | Cremorne Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane Get Tickets
Glow & Tell is an interactive performance for children aged four to eight that combines storytelling with UV light and glowing drawings. Following the 30-minute performance, children can create their own glowing stories during a workshop.
Free Community Book Week Event
29 August 2026 | Wynnum West State School, Wynnum West Find out more
The Free Community Book Week Event brings families together for a community celebration centred on books and reading.
Fair on the Green is a community event at Gregory Park featuring activities and entertainment for local families.
Heritage Community Branch Forest Lake Community Festival
29 August 2026 | Forest Lake Parklands, Forest Lake Find out more
The Forest Lake Community Festival brings the local community together at the parklands for family activities and community entertainment.
WindsorFest
29 August 2026 | Windsor State School, Windsor Find out more
WindsorFest is a community celebration hosted at Windsor State School, bringing families together for entertainment, activities, food and local stalls.
Geebung Street Party
30 August 2026 | Geebung Street, Geebung Find out more
The Geebung Street Party is a local community celebration bringing residents and families together for entertainment and activities.
Brisbane Serbian Festival
30 August 2026 | Dutton Park State School Oval, Dutton Park Find out more
The Brisbane Serbian Festival celebrates Serbian culture and community through food, music, performances and family entertainment.
KOOZA
Until 4 October 2026 | Under the Big Top, Eagle Farm Get Tickets
KOOZA combines traditional circus disciplines with acrobatics, physical comedy and theatrical spectacle. The story follows the Innocent, a naïve clown transported into an exotic and colourful kingdom.
This weekend offers families a mix of interactive performances, circus, creative experiences, food and entertainment, along with community festivals and activities suitable for children and families.
Live music, comedy, tribute performances and touring acts take over Brisbane this weekend, with a mix of pop, rock, country, indie, metal, hip-hop and comedy. Major touring artists share the program with Australian acts, tribute shows and emerging local performers across venues throughout the city.
Dizzy Days: Tunnel Vision Tour
28 August 2026 | The Brightside, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
Brisbane four-piece Dizzy Days bring their Tunnel Vision Tour to their hometown, showcasing their second EP alongside songs including Take My Heart and Holding On. Their live sound combines disco, dance and pop-rock influences with energetic performances.
John Comedy: What’s Up Doc?
28 August 2026 | Big Fork Theatre, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
John Comedy presents What’s Up Doc?, a stand-up comedy performance at Big Fork Theatre.
Lies N’ Destruction: Paradise Cities Tour
28 August 2026 | The Hamilton Hotel, Hamilton Get Tickets
Lies N’ Destruction bring their Guns N’ Roses tribute show to Hamilton as part of the Paradise Cities Tour, recreating the music of one of rock’s best-known bands.
Björn Again: ABBA Forever Tour
28 – 29 August 2026 | Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane Get Tickets
Björn Again return to Brisbane with their ABBA Forever Tour, celebrating ABBA’s catalogue with songs including Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, SOS, Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! and The Winner Takes It All. The internationally touring tribute act has performed in more than 120 countries.
Blake Pavey: A Bit Scared
29 August 2026 | The Tivoli, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
Blake Pavey brings his stand-up show A Bit Scared to The Tivoli, with two Brisbane performances scheduled on the night.
Larry Fleet: Another Year Older Australian Tour
29 August 2026 | The Fortitude Music Hall, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
American country singer-songwriter Larry Fleet brings his Another Year Older Australian Tour to Brisbane, with Australian country artist Troy Cassar-Daley joining him as special guest.
Ivan Ooze: Isolation of Mistaken Infamy Tour
29 August 2026 | The Brightside, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
Ivan Ooze brings the Isolation of Mistaken Infamy Tour to Brisbane for a live performance at The Brightside.
Vancouver Sleep Clinic
29 August 2026 | The Brightside (Outdoors), Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
Vancouver Sleep Clinic brings its atmospheric alternative and electronic-infused music to The Brightside’s outdoor stage for a Brisbane performance.
Shakira Tribute AU
29 August 2026 | Crowbar Brisbane, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
Shakira Tribute AU celebrates the Colombian singer’s catalogue with a live performance featuring her pop, Latin and dance hits.
Silver Sircus: The Bones of You EP Launch
29 August 2026 | The Cave Inn, Woolloongabba Get Tickets
Silver Sircus launch The Bones of You EP with a live Brisbane performance at The Cave Inn.
Hate Complex: Dissonance East Coast Tour
29 August 2026 | Soapbox Beer, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
HATE COMPLEX bring the Dissonance East Coast Tour to Brisbane for a live performance at Soapbox Beer.
Creedence: The John Fogerty Show – Born on the Bayou World Tour
29 August 2026 | Officers Mess, New Farm Get Tickets
Creedence: The John Fogerty Show celebrates the music of John Fogerty and Creedence Clearwater Revival with a live performance featuring songs from the band’s influential rock catalogue.
Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase Tour
29 August 2026 | Powerhouse Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm Get Tickets
The Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase Tour brings a selection of comedians from the Sydney festival program to Brisbane for an evening of stand-up comedy.
Avatar
30 August 2026 | The Princess Theatre, Woolloongabba Get Tickets
Swedish metal band Avatar bring their theatrical live show to Brisbane, combining heavy metal with the band’s distinctive visual presentation and stage production. The performance is scheduled for The Princess Theatre on 30 August.
Pierce Brothers: Moonrise Album Tour
30 August 2026 | The Triffid Garden, Newstead Get Tickets
Melbourne indie folk duo Pierce Brothers bring their fourth studio album Moonrise to Brisbane for an afternoon performance in The Triffid Garden. The tour follows the brothers’ return from Europe and features special guests.
This weekend offers a broad mix of live music, comedy, rock, metal, country, indie, pop and tribute performances, with established touring acts and Australian performers appearing across Brisbane’s live entertainment venues.
The final season of Outer Banks headlines a busy week of streaming, alongside a revealing Novak Djokovic documentary, a new wildlife series from the team behind The Lion King, returning comedy and family favourites, and fresh crime, science fiction and romantic drama across Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV+ and Binge.
Directed by Jason Hehir, this feature-length documentary goes behind the scenes of Novak Djokovic’s life and career, combining access to the tennis champion with interviews from family members and fellow tennis greats.
LION: Miniseries
20 August 2026 | Disney+
This four-part natural history series follows Kio, a lion cub growing up in Kenya’s Maasai Mara, documenting his journey from vulnerable youngster to adult leader over four years of filming.
The Pogues return for their fifth and final season, with John B, Sarah, Kiara, Pope and Cleo facing new threats as they attempt to reclaim their future. The concluding season consists of 10 episodes.
Hans Zimmer brings together musicians and collaborators for a concert experience celebrating his film music, combining live performance with a closer look at the composer and his creative world.
Conan O’Brien returns for another season of his unconventional travel series, meeting people around the world and turning spontaneous encounters into comic adventures. The new season includes trips to Morocco, India, the Netherlands and the Philippines.
The award-winning animated family series returns with new stories centred on the wise panda Stillwater and siblings Karl, Addy and Michael. Five new episodes premiere with the fifth season.
This Mexican crime thriller follows two police officers who must survive the final hours of their shift after crossing paths with a ruthless cartel boss.
The science fiction drama returns with the crew of Ark One continuing their struggle for survival as humanity’s efforts to establish a new home on another planet face further challenges.
Maia Reficco and Eva Longoria star in this romantic drama about a college student with a chronic illness who escapes to Mallorca with her mother and unexpectedly falls in love.
This week’s streaming selection spans high-profile returning series, sports documentary, natural history, comedy, family animation, crime and science fiction. With major arrivals spread across Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV+ and Binge, the week offers a broad mix for different viewing tastes.
Brisbane cinemas welcome three new releases this week, led by horror sequel Insidious: Out of the Further alongside the thriller Mutiny and drama Tony. A wide range of recent releases also continues across the city, from family favourites and animation to action, comedy and epic cinema, while GOMA presents another selection of classic films.
NEW RELEASES
Insidious: Out of the Further
20 August 2026 | Five Star Cinemas (Brisbane City, Red Hill), HOYTS (Stafford, Sunnybank), Palace Cinemas (James St), Reading Cinemas (Jindalee, Newmarket), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
The horror franchise returns with another chapter set within its supernatural world, bringing a new story of terror to Brisbane screens.
Mutiny
20 August 2026 | Angelika Cinemas (Woolloongabba), Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cinebar (Rosalie Village), Cineplex (Balmoral, Redbank, South Bank), Five Star Cinemas (Red Hill), HOYTS (Stafford, Sunnybank), Palace Cinemas (James St), Reading Cinemas (Jindalee, Newmarket), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
This thriller joins the week’s cinema line-up with a tense story centred on conflict, shifting loyalties and dangerous consequences.
Tony
20 August 2026 | Angelika Cinemas (Woolloongabba), Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cinebar (Rosalie Village), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo, Portside), Five Star Cinemas (Brisbane City, Graceville, New Farm, Red Hill), HOYTS (Stafford), Palace Cinemas (Barracks Brisbane, James St), Reading Cinemas (Newmarket), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
This drama arrives across Brisbane cinemas, adding another character-driven story to the week’s new-release selection.
STILL SHOWING
All Wishes Come True!
Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Indooroopilly), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
This recent release continues screening at selected Brisbane cinemas, offering audiences another option among the week’s current film line-up.
The ocean adventure remains available for family audiences, bringing its familiar characters and island journey back to selected big screens.
One Night Only
Angelika Cinemas (Woolloongabba), Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cinebar (Rosalie Village), Cineplex (Balmoral, Redbank, South Bank), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, Springfield Central), Five Star Cinemas (Brisbane City, Graceville, New Farm, Red Hill), HOYTS (Stafford, Sunnybank), Palace Cinemas (Barracks Brisbane, James St), Reading Cinemas (Jindalee, Newmarket), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
The romantic comedy continues across a wide range of Brisbane cinemas, adding a lighter option to the week’s program.
The latest instalment in the long-running animated series continues to bring familiar characters and a new adventure to Brisbane audiences.
GOMA
The Fury
21 August 2026
GOMA presents Brian De Palma’s supernatural thriller, centred on extraordinary psychic abilities and the dangerous forces seeking to exploit them.
The Dirty Dozen
22 August 2026
This classic war film follows a group of military prisoners selected for a dangerous mission during the Second World War.
Double Indemnity
23 August 2026
Billy Wilder’s influential film noir follows an insurance salesman drawn into a deadly scheme involving greed, deception and murder.
Brisbane’s cinema selection for 20 – 26 August brings together new horror, thriller and drama releases with a broad range of continuing films across family, action and comedy genres. From suburban multiplexes and independent cinemas to GOMA’s classic film screenings, there are plenty of options across the city this week.
Ballet, theatre, musical theatre, classical music, jazz, photography, visual art and film come together this weekend, with major stage productions, exhibitions and live performances offering a varied program for arts audiences.
Heart Dance
25 June – 27 August 2026 | Thomas Dixon Centre, West End Get Tickets
Heart Dance is a dance experience combining curated music with movement and opportunities for participants to connect with themselves and others. No previous dance experience is required.
The Films of John Cassavetes
3 July – 29 August 2026 | Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA), Cinema A, South Brisbane Get Tickets
This film program explores the work of American filmmaker and actor John Cassavetes, presenting films he directed alongside selected works featuring him as a performer.
The Red Dress
25 July – 13 September 2026 | Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City Find out more
The Red Dress is a collaborative embroidered artwork created by contributors around the world. The exhibition explores women’s stories, craft and connections through the evolving artwork.
The Book of Mormon
31 July – 4 October 2026 | Glasshouse Theatre – Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane Get Tickets
This musical comedy follows two young missionaries sent to Uganda on a mission far from home. Created by Trey Parker, Matt Stone and Robert Lopez, the production combines musical theatre, satire and comedy.
Lord Mayor’s Photographic Awards 2026
1 August – 1 November 2026 | Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City Find out more
The 2026 exhibition showcases photographs from the Lord Mayor’s Photographic Awards, capturing people, places and everyday moments through the year’s selected works.
Celia Gullett: Spirit into Matter
5 – 29 August 2026 | Jan Murphy Gallery, Fortitude Valley Find out more
Spirit into Matter presents work by artist Celia Gullett exploring the relationship between material, form and ideas through contemporary artistic practice.
Second Coming
6 – 22 August 2026 | La Boite Theatre, Kelvin Grove Get Tickets
Second Coming is a theatre production centred on an attempt to preserve life on Earth by sending species to a new home on Mars. The story follows geneticist Evie as an unexpected pregnancy disrupts the mission.
Do Not Go Gentle
11 – 30 August 2026 | Bille Brown Theatre, South Brisbane Get Tickets
Patricia Cornelius’ play uses Captain Robert Falcon Scott’s Antarctic expedition as a framework for exploring ageing, memory and mortality. The production is directed by Heather Fairbairn and features Bruce Spence, Andrew Buchanan and Jennifer Flowers.
Undying: Abdul-Rahman Abdullah
13 August – 7 November 2026 | Griffith University Art Museum, South Bank Find out more
Undying presents sculpture by Abdul-Rahman Abdullah exploring relationships between life, death and the natural world. The exhibition draws on natural history and antiquity collections and combines sculpture with storytelling.
Romeo and Juliet
15 – 22 August 2026 | Lyric Theatre – Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane Get Tickets
The Australian Ballet presents John Cranko’s interpretation of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, set in medieval Verona and performed to Sergei Prokofiev’s score. The production follows the young lovers caught between two feuding families.
The Gospel According to Paul
18 – 23 August 2026 | Playhouse, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane Get Tickets
Written and performed by Jonathan Biggins, The Gospel According to Paul is a one-person theatrical portrait of former Prime Minister Paul Keating. The production explores Keating’s political career, achievements, personality and distinctive wit.
Triple Bill (Poulenc, Bell, Heggie)
20 – 21 August 2026 | St Andrew’s Uniting Church, Brisbane City Get Tickets
This triple bill brings together works by Poulenc, Bell and Heggie in a concert program presented at St Andrew’s Uniting Church.
The A-Z of Jazz – Renae Suttie and the Jazzamatazz Quartet
21 August 2026 | The Ruby Jazz Club, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
Renae Suttie and the Jazzamatazz Quartet present a jazz program exploring music across the alphabet. The performance brings together vocals and quartet arrangements in an intimate jazz-club setting.
Alexandra Flood With Jonathan Henderson & Vatche Jambazian: There’s Nothing Like a Dame
21 – 22 August 2026 | Opera Queensland Studio, South Brisbane Get Tickets
Alexandra Flood joins Jonathan Henderson and Vatche Jambazian for a program celebrating women and operatic repertoire. The performance features music associated with some of opera’s memorable female characters.
Bohemian Dreams: Mozart, Schubert, Haydn, Krommer & Punto
21 – 30 August 2026 | Plant Empire, Tennyson Get Tickets
The Australian Romantic & Classical Orchestra presents Bohemian Dreams, featuring works by Mozart, Schubert, Haydn, Krommer and Punto. The program brings chamber music from the Classical and early Romantic periods to Brisbane and regional Queensland.
This weekend’s arts program spans ballet, theatre, musical theatre, classical music, jazz, photography, contemporary art and film, with performances and exhibitions continuing across a range of venues.
Families can explore science, circus, music, cultural celebrations, outdoor activities, creative experiences and community events this weekend, with activities ranging from immersive exhibitions and hands-on workshops to festivals and live entertainment.
Vipoo Srivilasa: Express Yourself
11 October 2025 – 13 September 2026 | Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA), Children’s Art Centre, South Brisbane Find out more
This interactive exhibition by artist Vipoo Srivilasa invites children and families to explore creativity, self-expression and identity through hands-on activities inspired by the artist’s colourful ceramic practice.
Dinos Alive: An Immersive Experience in Brisbane
2 May – 30 August 2026 | Fever Skygate – Exhibition and Immersive Experience Centre, Brisbane Airport Get Tickets
Dinos Alive takes visitors into a prehistoric world featuring life-sized animated dinosaurs, interactive displays and immersive environments. The experience includes opportunities to explore dinosaur species and learn more about life on Earth millions of years ago.
Disney Store Brisbane Pop-Up Experience
4 July – 27 September 2026 | Shop QSM 103 – Queen Street Mall, Brisbane City Find out more
The Disney Store Brisbane Pop-Up Experience brings Disney merchandise and themed displays to Queen Street Mall, offering families an opportunity to explore products inspired by Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars.
Night Feast 2026
29 July – 31 August 2026 | Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm Find out more
Night Feast is a celebration combining food, art, light installations, live music and performance. The event transforms Brisbane Powerhouse and its surrounds into an evening destination with food, drinks and entertainment.
Bubble, Boil, BANG!
19 – 22 August 2026 | Queensland Museum Kurilpa, South Brisbane Get Tickets
Bubble, Boil, BANG! is a science-themed program inviting children and families to explore scientific concepts through interactive demonstrations and activities.
Sciency Music & More at the Planetarium 2026
21 August 2026 | Mount Coot-Tha Road, Mount Coot-Tha Get Tickets
Science communicator and musician Nate Eggins presents a variety show combining science-themed music, talks, comedy, audience participation and visual journeys through space.
Science Night – Amphibians With Dr Ian Brennan
21 August 2026 | Queensland Museum Kurilpa, South Brisbane Get Tickets
Science Night – Amphibians features Dr Ian Brennan exploring the world of amphibians, with a focus on their biology, diversity and place in the natural environment.
Ukrainian Festival Brisbane 2026
22 August 2026 | Ukrainian Club Brisbane, Holland Park West Find out more
Ukrainian Festival Brisbane celebrates Ukrainian culture and heritage through live music, traditional dance, food, cultural displays, artisan stalls and family activities.
Latin Kids Fiesta is a multicultural celebration featuring live music, dance, interactive workshops, arts and crafts, traditional games and Latin American food.
Open Day 2026 at Compass Independent School
22 August 2026 | Compass Independent School, Kelvin Grove Book Now
Families can explore Compass Independent School and meet members of the school community while learning more about its approach to education and student learning.
Comics by the Creek
22 August 2026 | Comic Book Café, Albion Find out more
Comics by the Creek brings together comic book fans for a community event celebrating comics, graphic storytelling and fan culture.
Brisbane Kite Festival
23 August 2026 | Tingalpa Model Aero Club, Tingalpa Find out more
Brisbane Kite Festival offers a day of kite flying and family activities, with entertainment and activities for visitors to enjoy throughout the event.
Backyard Bonanza 2026
23 August 2026 | McPherson Park, Bracken Ridge Find out more
Backyard Bonanza is a community festival featuring entertainment, stalls, activities and family-focused experiences in McPherson Park.
KOOZA
Until 4 October 2026 | Under the Big Top, Eagle Farm Get Tickets
Cirque du Soleil’s KOOZA combines acrobatics, clowning and theatrical storytelling. The production follows The Innocent on a journey through a colourful world filled with contortionists, high-wire performers, acrobats and other circus artists.
Treasure Hunt at the Brisbane Opal Museum
Multiple Dates | Brisbane Opal Museum, Windsor Book Now
This family-friendly treasure hunt invites visitors to explore the Brisbane Opal Museum while solving clues and discovering more about opals, gemstones and the natural world.
This weekend’s family program includes science experiences, circus, cultural festivals, music, creative activities, outdoor events and interactive exhibitions, offering a wide range of activities for children and families.
Live music, comedy, tribute shows and touring acts take to stages this weekend, with Australian and international performers spanning indie rock, pop, metal, alternative music and theatrical entertainment.
DICE
21 August 2026 | The Tivoli, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
Australian indie rock band DICE brings its Altitude Tour to the stage, performing music from its latest era alongside the band’s established catalogue.
South Arcade
21 August 2026 | The Triffid, Newstead Get Tickets
Oxford four-piece South Arcade brings its Y2KCORE sound to Australia for its first headline tour, combining nostalgic pop-rock and alternative punk influences.
Vera Blue
21 August 2026 | The Princess Theatre, Woolloongabba Get Tickets
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Vera Blue performs as part of her Modern Rituals Tour, presenting music from her upcoming album alongside songs from her catalogue, including her solo releases and collaborations.
Rampage
21 August 2026 | The Fortitude Music Hall, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
Rampage brings a live music performance to The Fortitude Music Hall as part of its 2026 Australian tour.
The Music and Life of Barbra Streisand Starring Melinda Schneider: The Way We Were
21 August 2026 | Concert Hall, South Brisbane Get Tickets
Melinda Schneider presents a musical celebration of Barbra Streisand’s life and career, performing songs associated with the acclaimed singer and actor while exploring stories from her decades in entertainment.
Montaigne – Glorious Heights 10th Anniversary Tour
21 August 2026 | Crowbar Brisbane, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
Montaigne marks 10 years of Glorious Heights with a special anniversary performance celebrating the album that introduced the Australian artist’s distinctive songwriting and sound.
Know Thyself
21 – 22 August 2026 | Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, South Brisbane Get Tickets
Know Thyself is a live event bringing together speakers and audiences for two days of presentations and discussions centred on personal growth, self-discovery and wellbeing.
Alright Hey: Bring Back Glamour
21 – 22 August 2026 | Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm Get Tickets
Comedian and online creator Alright Hey returns with Bring Back Glamour, featuring stories from his career, personal life and relationships alongside sharp comedy and theatrical storytelling.
Best of the Bee Gees
22 August 2026 | The Tivoli, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
Best of the Bee Gees celebrates the music of the legendary Australian group, revisiting disco favourites, ballads and songs written by the Bee Gees for other artists. The show features Evan Webster, Russell Davey and Greg Wain, joined by special guest Debora McLane.
Voxneon
22 August 2026 | The Triffid, Newstead Get Tickets
Voxneon presents a live show dedicated to 1980s synth-pop and new wave, performing songs from the era’s electronic and pop music catalogue.
Josh Pyke
22 August 2026 | The Triffid, Newstead Get Tickets
Josh Pyke performs an intimate album show featuring songs from his first independent album alongside selections from his established catalogue. The event also includes a meet and greet following the performance.
Ocean Grove
22 August 2026 | The Princess Theatre, Woolloongabba Get Tickets
Ocean Grove brings its Oddworld Underground Australian Tour to Brisbane, joined by American nu-metal band Cane Hill for an evening of alternative heavy music.
Necrosonic Festival 2026
22 August 2026 | Mansfield Arena, Mansfield Get Tickets
Necrosonic Festival brings together a lineup of heavy music artists for a one-day festival featuring live performances across the alternative and metal scene.
Bobby Lee: The Finally Tour
22 August 2026 | Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, South Brisbane Get Tickets
Comedian and actor Bobby Lee brings The Finally Tour to Brisbane, performing a live stand-up show as part of his international touring schedule.
Bachelor Girl: Waiting for the Day Redux Tour
23 August 2026 | The Triffid, Newstead Get Tickets
Bachelor Girl celebrates Waiting for the Day with the Redux Tour, revisiting music from the group’s debut album and its place in the Australian pop catalogue.
This weekend’s program brings together indie rock, pop, alternative and heavy music, tribute performances and live comedy, with touring artists and established Australian acts appearing across local stages.
