August brings a packed mix of big-screen adventures, horror, romance, returning favorites, Korean dramas, reality competition and plenty of family-friendly fun.
Whether you’re heading to the cinema or settling in at home, here are the titles worth adding to your watchlist this month.
Cinema releases
“The End of Oak Street” – In cinemas August 12
Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor lead this mysterious sci-fi thriller from director David Robert Mitchell. When a suburban neighborhood is suddenly ripped away from the world following a strange cosmic event, one family must stick together as they try to survive their bizarre new surroundings.
“Insidious: Out of the Further” – In cinemas August 19
The “Insidious” universe returns with a new story centered on Gemma, a young mother who discovers she can enter the terrifying Further — and, more dangerously, bring its inhabitants back with her. Amelia Eve, Brandon Perea, and Lin Shaye star.
“PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie”
In cinemas August 26 – The PAW Patrol pups are going prehistoric. After crash-landing on a mysterious island inhabited by dinosaurs, the team joins forces with Rex while facing a volcanic disaster caused by Mayor Humdinger’s reckless plans.
“One Night Only” – In cinemas August 26
For something lighter, Will Gluck returns with an original romantic comedy starring Monica Barbaro and Callum Turner. Two singles looking for something meaningful cross paths on a chaotic night in the city, only to find themselves repeatedly pulled apart by one misadventure after another.
Streaming on Netflix
Netflix’s August lineup covers everything from family drama and romance to mysteries and darker thrillers.
“Ganito, Ganyan, Ganoon” – August 13
Jodi Sta. Maria and Agot Isidro star in this family drama about a TV writer whose carefully constructed life is thrown into turmoil when her estranged mother returns after 27 years, carrying a secret that could change everything.
Light watch
- “Our Sticky Love” – August 7
- “The Ribbon Hero” – August 8
- “S&X” – August 20
- “MouseTrap” – Coming soon
For fans of mystery, drama and suspense
- “The Last House” – August 7
- “My Brilliant Career” – August 13
This August title joins Netflix’s lineup of drama-focused releases.
- “All the Truth in My Lies” – August 28
Secrets and deception take center stage in this late-August release.
- “The Whisper Man” – August 28
Another dark addition to the August 28 lineup.
- “One Hundred Years of Solitude: Part 2” – August 5
The acclaimed adaptation continues with its second part.
“My Life with the Walter Boys: Season 3” – August 6
The popular coming-of-age series returned for a third season on August 6.
“Death Inc.: Season 4” – August 7
The series continues with its fourth season.
More Netflix titles to watch
“Outer Banks: Season 5” arrives August 20, while “The Secret Woman” and “Graveyard: Season 3” both land August 28. “A Child of My Own” is scheduled for August 13, followed by “Don’t Say Good Luck” and “My Best Friend, His Girlfriend and Me” on August 14. “Chompoo: Lost & Forgotten” is listed as coming soon.
For live entertainment, “WWE SummerSlam: 2026” is also available August 2.
Streaming on Disney+
Disney+ is leaning into variety this month, with Korean dramas, horror, sci-fi, music, sports and plenty of family viewing.
“The Shards” – Premiered on August 6 with new episodes weekly
Set in Los Angeles in 1981, this dark coming-of-age thriller follows a privileged group of teenagers whose world of parties, romance and secrets is disrupted by a serial killer — just as a mysterious new student arrives.
“Flex x Cop Season 2” – Premiered on August 7 with new episodes weekly
Ahn Bo-hyun and Park Ji-hyun return as the crime-solving duo face another difficult case. This time, Jin I-su has to contend with an unexpected new boss who happens to be the instructor who once made his academy days miserable.
“Psycho Killer” – Premiered August 5
Georgina Campbell, James Preston Rogers and Malcolm McDowell star in this horror-thriller about a highway patrol officer investigating her husband’s murder. The search soon leads somewhere much darker than she anticipated.
“Star Wars: Visions Presents The Ninth Jedi” – Premiered August 5
A new chapter in the “Star Wars: Visions” universe explores a future where the Jedi have nearly disappeared and dark forces are determined to prevent their return.
“Camp Rock 3” – Premiering August 14
The Jonas Brothers return to the world of “Camp Rock” as Connect 3 heads back to the place where it all began. A competition to find their next opening act brings a new generation of performers into the spotlight.
“Murder Club: Liar’s Table” – New episodes weekly
Celebrity players enter elaborate murder-mystery scenarios where everyone has something to hide. With different settings and increasingly complicated clues, figuring out who is lying becomes the whole game.
“2026 LoL KeSPA Cup Grand Finals” – August 18
Esports fans can catch the conclusion of the 2026 LoL KeSPA Cup, with Korea’s top teams competing for the championship in Daejeon.
For your superhero and nostalgia fix
Disney+ is also making August a good month to revisit some familiar faces.
“Spider-Man: Homecoming”, “Spider-Man: Far from Home”, “Spider-Man: No Way Home”, “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse”, “The Amazing Spider-Man” and “The Amazing Spider-Man 2” are all available to stream.
If you’re after something more nostalgic, “How I Met Your Mother” and “Monsters University” are also available.
And for music fans, “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour | The Final Show” brings the record-breaking tour to the screen in its final filmed performance.
Family watch
August has plenty for younger viewers, too.
“CoComelon Playdates with Sanrio Friends” – Premiered August 4
JJ and his friends team up with familiar Sanrio characters including Hello Kitty and Pompompurin for songs, playdates and adventures.
“Bluey Tunes” – Premiering August 12
Bluey, Bingo and the Heeler family get a music-focused spin-off packed with songs and dance moments designed for younger viewers.
“Sofia the First: Royal Magic — Season 1, Batch 2” – Premiering August 26
Sofia returns to Charmswell School for more magical lessons, musical moments and adventures with her friends and animal companions.
“Bluey Celebrity Book Reads” – Premiering August 26
A new digital series brings celebrity fans of “Bluey” into storytime as they read some of the show’s beloved books.
