If you’re one of those people who struggle to find something worth watching in the sea of streaming content, August on Netflix is about to sort that out for you. From long-awaited comebacks to new dramas and offbeat comedies, this month’s lineup delivers serious binge potential. Whether you’re into gothic intrigue, political thrillers or heart-tugging mysteries, there’s something for every kind of viewer.
Let’s dive into the highlights—calendars at the ready.
The ones you can’t miss
6 August: Wednesday, season 2 – part 1
She’s back—and as sharp-tongued and black-clad as ever. After becoming Netflix’s most-watched English-language series, Wednesday returns to Nevermore Academy with more eerie twists and darkly funny chaos. This time, Wednesday Addams must navigate old foes, new alliances, and the ever-complicated business of being a teenager… with supernatural powers. Expect creepy corridors, cryptic mysteries, and Jenna Ortega owning every scene. The second season is split into two parts, so don’t expect all the answers just yet.
13 August: Young Millionaires
If you’ve ever dreamed of winning the lottery at 17, this French comedy will have you rethinking that fantasy. Created by Igor Gotesman (Family Business), Young Millionaires follows a group of teenage friends in Marseille who strike it rich… only to discover that £17 million brings more trouble than freedom. Packed with youthful energy and awkward mistakes, it’s a refreshing take on money, friendship, and growing up too fast.
Big moments on the horizon
21 August: Hostage
Fans of gripping political drama, take note. Hostage brings together British and French tensions in a secluded Kent manor during secret peace negotiations. But when gunmen interrupt the summit, diplomacy turns deadly. With Suranne Jones and Julie Delpy leading the cast, and Treason creator Matt Charman behind the scenes, this one promises intrigue, moral grey zones, and tightly wound suspense.
29 August: Two Graves
Álvaro Morte—yes, the Professor from Money Heist—takes centre stage in this Spanish miniseries. Two Graves begins with the unsolved disappearance of two teenage girls. Two years later, the case is cold, but one of their grandmothers, played with steely determination, decides to seek justice on her own. As her personal investigation unravels, the line between justice and revenge blurs in haunting fashion.
The full August lineup
For those who love variety (or simply need a few solid options for a rainy day), here’s the rest of the month’s streaming slate:
- 2 August: The Letter of the Law
- 13 August: Guardians of the Nation
- 14 August: In the Mud
- 15 August: I Survived: Korean Tragedies (docuseries)
- 15 August: The Biggest Loser: The Weight of the Show (docuseries)
- 18 August: Cocomelon Lane, season 5
- 19 August: America’s Team: A Cowboys Story (docuseries)
- 20 August: Pssica
- 20 August: Fisk, season 3
- 21 August: Death Inc., season 3
- 22 August: Long Story Short
- 28 August: My Life with the Walter Boys, season 2
- 28 August: Barbie Mysteries: The Search for the Lost Horse
So whether you’re planning a lazy weekend on the sofa or just looking for something new to wind down your evenings, August on Netflix has you well covered. From teen millionaires to timeless monsters, the month’s offerings are diverse, entertaining, and just the right amount of dramatic. Enjoy.
