Average Joe S2 drops + New Paramount+ Action This Week
Get ready for a week packed with high-stakes drama, chilling psychological thrills, and global action as Paramount+ unveils its latest line-up. This week’s releases promise everything from frantic escapes across continents to dark, unsettling secrets hidden in the shadows of a medical conspiracy.
Leading the charge is the highly anticipated return of Average Joe. Season 2 debuts on August 19, bringing back Joe Washington and his crew into new peril. Picking up immediately where the first season left off, the story sees Joe trying to navigate a world shattered by a new threat that forces him and his friends to flee Pittsburgh for global chaos. What starts as a desperate hunt for answers quickly spirals into an epic worldwide escape, taking them to places like Cape Town where they must evade assassins and bounty hunters while unraveling dangerous, interconnected secrets.
Adding a layer of chilling mystery to the schedule is the psychological horror thriller The Harvest, dropping on August 22. This 2013 film dives into the unsettling bond between Maryann, an orphan, and Andy, a bedridden boy. As their connection deepens, they uncover a terrifying medical conspiracy and the dark secrets hidden by Andy’s unstable doctor mother.
The cast brings incredible depth to this tale, featuring Samantha Morton as Dr. Katherine Young and Michael Shannon as Richard Young, alongside Natasha Calis as Maryann, Charlie Tahan as Andy Young/Jason, and Peter Fonda as Grandfather. It is a powerful cinematic exploration of hidden truths and deep-seated trauma.
Completing the week’s horror offerings is The Cured, premiering on August 23. This 2017 post-apocalyptic drama plunges viewers into a world where survivors grapple with immense social stigma and traumatic memories following a devastating conflict. Written and directed by David Freyne, the film uses its stark premise to reflect real-world prejudice and the intense tensions that follow large-scale disaster.
Beyond the cinematic offerings, Paramount+ is also bringing live action and sports excitement directly to viewers. From August 17 to August 23, 2026, fans can tune in for a rich schedule of live sports events, including the EFL Championship match between Cardiff City and Wrexham, the PBR Team Series, BIG3 Basketball games, Serie A action featuring Inter vs. Monza, and coverage of the PGA Tour’s BMW Championship.
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