Late-Summer Throwbacks to Stream Free on Xumo Play

Before summer ends, stream classic shows and movies like Baywatch, Donnie Brasco, Growing Pains, and more! Free on Xumo Play. No subscription required.

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Summer Isn’t Over, and Neither Are the Throwbacks

August is the sweet spot between summer slowdown and back-to-school buzz. It’s the perfect time to unwind with something familiar. Whether you’re revisiting a favorite series from the 80s or queuing up a cult-favorite movie, Xumo Play makes it easy to tap into late-summer nostalgia.

With no subscription or sign-in required, just open the app and start watching. Xumo makes it easy!

What Counts as a Throwback? These Vibes Are a Good Start.

High Stakes and 90s Cool

Desperado

A stylized action classic from director Robert Rodriguez. Guitars, gunfights, and a breakout role for Antonio Banderas make this a perfect pick for late-night summer viewing. Stream it now

Donnie Brasco

Johnny Depp and Al Pacino anchor this undercover crime drama based on true events. If you’re into mob movies with grit and emotional weight, this one still holds up.

Catch the full movie free on Xumo Play

Lifeguards, Slow-Mo, and Beach Nostalgia

Baywatch

It doesn’t get more iconic than this. Red swimsuits, lifeguard drama, and sunsets that go on forever. Whether you’re watching for the storylines or the nostalgia, Baywatch brings peak 90s energy.

Get back to the beach on Xumo Play

Classic Americana, Cowboy Style

The Lone Ranger

Late Summer Lone Ranger

Looking for a deeper throwback? This original masked hero helped shape the Western TV genre. It’s vintage in the best way, complete with sweeping deserts and black-and-white charm.

Sit back in your saddle and tune in here

Comfort Sitcoms from the TGIF Era

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Part of the original TGIF lineup, (IYKYK) this odd-couple comedy about Balki and Larry is goofy, light, and totally rewatchable. A great background show or comfort binge.

Revisit the series and do the dance of joy

Growing Pains

A classic family sitcom full of 80s hair, gentle life lessons, and familiar rhythms. If you grew up with it, it still feels warm and watchable. If you didn’t, it’s worth discovering.

Catch the Seavers on Xumo

Why Rewatch Now?

Throwbacks are easy to jump into and even easier to enjoy. You don’t need a recap or a watchlist – just a familiar title and a little downtime. They bring back a certain kind of simplicity, the kind that fits perfectly with late-summer evenings and end-of-season slowdowns. With so many classics streaming free on Xumo Play, it’s the perfect time to revisit a few favorites.

Your Summer Rewind Starts Now

There’s still time for one more movie night, one more sitcom rerun, or one more spontaneous binge. Xumo makes it easy to stretch out the season with a few favorites from the past. All of these titles are available on Xumo Play, a free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) platform with hundreds of channels and thousands of on-demand shows and movies. No fees. No sign-ins. Just press play, it’s easy!

Start streaming today at https://play.xumo.com

AI Disclosure: This document was drafted and edited with assistance from Claude (Anthropic). No confidential information was processed through AI systems. All content has been independently reviewed and approved by CMO Sidekick LLC.