What’s new on Netflix in August 2026? The best shows and films to watch this month

The best new Netflix shows and films in August 2026 offer a little bit of everything. The final chapter of Outer Banks headlines the month, while My Life with the Walter Boys returns for another season, The Last House promises edge-of-your-seat sci-fi horror, and The Whisper Man brings together Robert De Niro and Adam Scott for one of the biggest Netflix films of the summer. 

Sports fans can go behind the scenes with José Mourinho in a revealing new documentary charting the career of one of football's most iconic managers, while the acclaimed adaptation of One Hundred Years of Solitude reaches its epic conclusion. 

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Here’s all you need to know about the best TV show and film releases on Netflix in August 2026…

Stream it from Thursday 20 August in Apps > Netflix

It's time to say goodbye to the Pogues. One of Netflix's biggest young adult dramas reaches its fifth and final season as John B, Sarah and the gang embark on one last treasure-hunting adventure. 

Packed with action, romance and plenty of twists, Outer Banks has built a huge global following over the past few years, making its farewell one of the month's biggest television events.

Stream it from Thursday 6 August in Apps > Netflix. Seasons 1-2 also available

The hit coming-of-age drama heads back to Colorado for another season as Jackie, Cole and Alex continue to navigate love, family and growing up. 

Following the dramatic events of last season, relationships are tested once again in what promises to be another emotional chapter for one of Netflix's most popular teen series. Blending romance, family relationships and the ups and downs of growing up, the third season continues the heartfelt story that has made My Life with the Walter Boys a favourite with Netflix viewers. 

Stream it from Friday 7 August in Apps > Netflix.

One of Netflix's biggest original films of the summer blends science fiction, survival and horror into a tense thriller from director Louis Leterrier. 

When a family suddenly finds themselves trapped inside their own home with no escape, they must work together to survive while uncovering the terrifying force keeping them imprisoned. Starring Greta Lee and Wagner Moura, The Last House follows a terrifying fight for survival and looks set to be one of the month's must-watch films.

Stream it from Wednesday 5 August in Apps > Netflix

The acclaimed adaptation of Gabriel García Márquez's literary masterpiece reaches its epic conclusion this month. 

As generations of the Buendía family continue to shape the fate of Macondo, the sweeping saga builds towards its dramatic finale in one of Netflix's most ambitious international productions. Rich storytelling, stunning visuals and generations of family drama make this one of the standout international releases of the month. 

Stream season 1 from Friday 7 August in Apps > Netflix

Ricky Gervais brings his unmistakable humour to this brand-new adult animated comedy about a gang of feral British cats trying to survive in a chaotic human world. 

Created, written by and starring Gervais, Alley Cats blends irreverent comedy, sharp observations and familiar faces from After Life in the voice cast. If you're a fan of his previous work, this brand-new comedy should be high on your watchlist.

Stream it from Tuesday 11 August in Apps > Netflix

Few football managers have divided opinion quite like José Mourinho. Over a career packed with trophies, unforgettable press conferences and headline-making moments, the man who dubbed himself "The Special One" has become one of the sport's most fascinating figures. 

Filmed over two years, this new documentary features interviews with some of football's biggest names, including Sir Alex Ferguson, Frank Lampard, Didier Drogba, John Terry and Zlatan Ibrahimović. Whether you're a lifelong fan or simply love a compelling sporting story, this promises to be essential viewing.

Stream it from Thursday 13 August in Apps > Netflix. Seasons 1-2 also available now

Shane Gillis' workplace comedy returns for a third season as life at Valley Forge Automotive Center becomes just as chaotic as ever. With Will finally in charge of the garage, he's determined to prove himself, but Shane's reckless ideas and the team's day-to-day mishaps make that easier said than done. 

Expect more awkward humour, workplace chaos and the irreverent comedy that made the first two seasons such a hit. 

Stream it from Friday 28 August in Apps > Netflix

Oscar winner Robert De Niro stars alongside Adam Scott and Michelle Monaghan in this gripping crime thriller based on Alex North's bestselling novel. 

When children begin disappearing years after a notorious serial killer was thought to have been caught, a retired detective is drawn back into the case. Teaming up with his estranged son, the pair uncover chilling secrets that blur the line between past and present in what promises to be one of Netflix's standout thrillers of the month.

Here’s the full list of everything else landing on Netflix in August 2026, with dates.

• Chicago PD – Saturday 1 August

• Murder In A Small Town – Saturday 1 August

• Party Girl – Saturday 1 August

• Take a Hike – Saturday 1 August

• Gate 24: The Border – Sunday 2 August

• Wieners – Monday 3 August

• The Color Purple (2023) – Monday 3 August

• Big Chicken: A Fast Food Conspiracy – Tuesday 5 August

• Inside The Trustor Scandal – Tuesday 5 August

• 1670 (season 3) – Tuesday 5 August

• Let's Marry Harry – Tuesday 5 August

• Atlas Shrugged: Part 3 – Thursday 6 August

• Tortilla Soup – Thursday 6 August

• Death Inc (season 4) – Friday 7 August

• The Ribbon Hero  – Saturday 8 August

• Venom: The Last Dance – Monday 10 August

• Dr. Seuss's Red Fish, Blue Fish (season 3)  – Monday 10 August

• Murder Of The Essex Boys: Blood & Betrayal – Monday 10 August

• Nando Between Two Worlds: A Sintonia Film – Wednesday 12 August

• A Child Of My Own – Thursday 13 August

• Don't Say Good Luck – Friday 14 August

• Freefall: A Reckoning For Boeing – Wednesday 19 August

• Blood Sacrifice  – Thursday 20 August

• Leanne (season 2) – Thursday 27 August

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