The Hottest New Shows and Movies Coming to Netflix This August

With summer coming to a close, there are only a few weeks left to get binge your favorite series. Luckily, these shows and movies will be waiting for you when you’re done! From new originals to nostalgic favorites, read on to find out what’s new on Netflix this month…

House Bunny

College can be tough, especially for this former Playmate turned sorority house mother. The widely loved chick flick comes to Netflix on August 1st.

Clash of the Titans

Follow Zeus and Perseus’s legendary Greek mythology tale all the way to the underworld starting on August 1st.

The Bank Job

Watch Jason Statham return to his life of crime when he returns to the screen on August 1st.

Why Do Fools Fall In Love

This biographical film follows the life of rock singer Frankie Lymon. Released in 1998, this heartbreaking film will be on Netflix starting August 1st.

Something’s Gotta Give

Jack Nicholson plays a womanizer visiting with Diane Keaton in this 2003 classic. See this award-winning feel-good film starting the first week of this month.

Sex and the City: The Movie

The girls are back in town in this film based on the iconic television series. Carrie, Charlotte, Samantha, and Miranda are back and looking for love starting August 1st.

Rocky

The Philadelphia fighter is back starting August 1st. Watch him battle for respect and climb the Philadelphia Art Museum steps in this iconic role.

Rocky II

He’s not done yet! Also coming in early August, Rocky II hits the streaming screen.

Rocky III

The story continues with Rocky III. The heavyweight champ faces off again, and streaming begins during the first week of August.

Rocky IV

The fourth installment of the series is joining the rest of the gang on August 1st. Rocky is about to retire, but not without a fight!

Rocky V

The fifth and final Rocky film to come to the small screen, follow the king in the ring as he’s coaching the next best thing. Relive the action on August 1st.

Now and Then

Reunite with the girl group who are reuniting after years apart. This love letter to 70s friendships drops on August 1st.

Jackie Brown

Follow the drug smuggling queen all the way back to 1997, when the movie first premiered. Watch her bring down Robbie starting on August 1st.

Panic Room

Young Kristen Stewart stars in this encapsulating film. Available the first week of August, this film will terrify you all month long!

Groundhog Day

See Bill Murray live the same day over and over again, all over again! The movie returns to Netflix streaming on the first of this month.

Horns

No one asked for Daniel Radcliff with horns, but we got it anyway. See the story of this strange costuming starting on August 1st.

Four Weddings and a Funeral

Reunite with the iconic reunion. Though Hulu is remaking the movie, see the original starting on August 1st.

Are We Done Yet?

Join Ice Cube and Nia Long for this 2000s classic. Coming back on August 1st, rejoin the gang and ask yourself the ever-present question: are we done yet?

Designated Survivor

Continue the journey with Tom Kirkman in the oval office with this returning release. The show drops every Monday starting in August.

Patriot Act with Hasan Minaj

Volume 4 drops weekly every Sunday starting in August. Fans of the comedian can expect more of Minaj’s hilarious commentary and unique show format.

Jupiter Ascending

This sci-fi movie stars Mila Kunis and Channing Tatum, and you can see all the action starting on August 1st.

She-Ra and the Princess of Power, Season 3

This is one of the rare reboots that found success. The third season of the 1980s recreation drops on August 2nd.

Basketball or Nothing

High school hopefuls on a Navajo reservation are trying to make their mark on the court in this new documentary series. Check it out on August 2nd.

The Sinner, Season 2

This crime show is back for another unforgettable season of mystery, murder, and hidden secrets. Figure it out for yourself starting on August 1st.

Derry Girls, Season 2

Starting on August 2nd, the Derry Girls are back. The 1990s Irish school show received widespread praise for its first season, so it’s no surprise they made season 2 so quick!

Dear White People, Season 3

The show chronicles a few students as they deal with racial biases, injustices, activism, and social justice. Catch up on the action August 2nd.

Otherhood

These three moms get together to visit their adult children on Mother’s Day, and this year, Mother’s Day is August 2nd.

No Good Nick, Season 2

Starting August 5th, the street-smart distant relative is back in the house. Catch all the action and family fights with the second season.

Screwball

August 6th, Screwball is back. The documentary about doping in the MLB is sure to give an inside scoop to an unknown world.

Sebastian Maniscalco Why Would You Do That?

On August 6th, watch stand-up from the hilariously funny comedian who dares to ask “Why would you do that?”

Jane the Virgin, Season 5

The telenovela concludes in this final season of love and loss. On August 8th, finish the series that made hearts break over and over again.

Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer

A fun flick for the whole family, join Judy Moody on her summertime adventures starting August 8th.

Wu Assassins

On August 8th, the chef turned assassin comes to Netflix. Watch as he fights to keep the Wu powers in the family, and take out bad guys in the process.

Cable Girls, Season 4

The Spanish phenomenon returns to Netflix with season 4 on August 9th. Follow the 1920s girls’ journey as they operate the switchboard and the playing field.

Dollar

This Netflix original follows two unlikely teammates as they track down a dollar bill worth $1 million. Watch the series on August 8th.

iZombie, Season 5

Liv Moore is back in this zombie feeding frenzy favorite. Join her August 9th to see all the bloody battles with the undead.

GLOW, Season 3

On August 9th, catch up with the women of wrestling in this continuation of the Netflix Orginal series starring Alison Brie and Marc Maron.

Rocko’s Modern Life: Static Cling

Get a hit of nostalgia on August 9th when Rocko’s Modern Life: Static Cling reruns on the small screen. Your favorite characters are back!

The Family

The docuseries follows a Christian group in Washington D.C. known as the Family. Learn about it August 9th.

Spirit Riding Free: Pony Tales

Lucky and her friends are finding fun and adventure in this kid-friendly original featuring music videos and episodes. Watch the show on August 9th.

Sintonia

On August 9th, this trio is trying to get out of their hometown in Brazil. Ultimately, the must rely on each other to change their story.

Tiny House Nation

On the hunt for a house? Consider trying tiny! Tiny House Nation returns on August 9th, so get ready to see some small spaces!

Tiffany Haddish Presents: They Ready

On August 13th, the popular queen of comedy returns to the stage for her new stand-up special. They Ready is said to be some of her funniest material yet!

Cannon Busters

On August 15th, Cannon Busters is coming to Netflix. The comic book series turned animated series was released in 2005.

Knightfall, Season 2

Take a break and go back in time to the year 1306. Knights of Templar are after the grail, watch the next season of their journey on August 13th.

Diagnosis

On August 16th, Diagnosis comes to Netflix to show you the hidden world of medical mysteries and finding hope.

The Little Switzerland

They want to be recognized as Basque, but no one will listen. Their solace might come from the Swiss. Catch the action on August 16th.

Better Than Us

Robots are the norm, but she’s something else, something no one has ever seen before. See how much better she is than all of us on August 16th.

The 100, Season 6

The 100 started on the CW, but now found it’s home on Netflix. Watch season 6 starting on August 14th.

RPM 45

The year is 1960. In Madrid, rock n’ roll is about to get it’s next big thing thanks to Guillermo Rojas. Hear all the music starting on August 16th.

Sextuplets

On August 16th, an expecting father tracks down the five siblings he never knew he had. The cast includes Marlon Wayans and Molly Shannon.

Mindhunter, Season 2

On August 16th, this fan-favorite serial killer series is back. The story that documents the start of behavioral studies in the FBI earned widespread praise for season 1.

Simon Amstell: Set Free

Simon Amstell is looking for validation, according to the description of his newest stand-up special. You can get all the laughs starting August 20th.

The Punisher

Frank Castle is after the hidden secrets of New York’s underground crime scene. He must dig deep to solve the city’s toughest cases. Follow his journey on August 17th.

Gangs of New York

In the 1860s, New York was overrun with crime and danger. This tale follows the hunt for Bill the Butcher, famed killer. Watch the series starting on August 20th.

Million Pound Menu, Season 2

You’ll have to wait for August 27th to see the second season of this fan-favorite cooking show. The show features new up and coming restaurants trying to impress the public and a few judges.

Workin’ Moms, Season 3

The judgmental moms are back in season 2 of WorkinMoms. Follow Kate, Anne, and the rest of the crew as they balance motherhood with work. See the new season starting August 29th.

American Factory

Taking place in post-industrial Ohio, this Netflix original follows a Chinese billionaire’s newest money-making machine: a factory in an empty General Motors plant. American Factory drops August 21st.

Falling Inn Love

This is sure to be the hottest romantic comedy on the scene this fall. Add Falling Inn Love to your List starting on August 29th.

The A List 30

Eric is popular and doesn’t really want to fulfill his guidance counselor’s high school bucket list, but he’s doing it anyway! Help him finish the list on August 30th.

The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance

On August 30th, the prequel to Jim Henson’s The Dark Crystal comes to small screens everywhere. Three Gelflings discover the secrets of their universe, be sure to check it out!

Styling Hollywood

Partners and business partners, Styling Hollywood follows Jason Bolden and Adair Curtis from JSN Studio as they try to make Hollywood a little more glamorous airing August 30th.

Sacred Games, Season 2

Though the exact date is still to be determined, you can expect the next season of Sacred Games to be released fairly soon. For now, go back and refresh your memory with season 1!

Enter the Anime

This might look like an anime, but it’s actually a documentary about the world of anime popularity. Explore the interesting secrets starting on August 5th.

Ask the StoryBots, Season 3

The StoryBots are back for their third season. Follow Beep, Bing, Bang, Boop, and Bo on their wild adventures through and on our screens starting August 2nd.

56 The Naked Director

One man will revolutionize the adult film industry. The stakes are high for Toru Muranishi, airing on August 8th.

The InBESTigators

The fifth-grade gang is out to solve new and unexpected mysteries. Led by Maude, who knows what these detectives could get into! Solve the mysteries on August 9th.

Apache: La vida de Carlos Tevez

Carlos Tevez rose to soccer stardom, but it took a lot of hard work for the entirety of his life. Learn his story on August 16th.

Frontera verde

Filmed entirely in Spanish, this mystery thriller follows the murders of many women in an Annihilation-esque film. Discover the tale on August 16th.

Invader Zim: Enter the Florpus

90s kids, rejoice! Invader Zim is back in action in this fresh take on the animated classic. The new movie drops on August 16th.

Beyond the Lights, Season 3

The three amazing star quarterbacks are hard at work to prepare for their college careers on the football field. Journey with them starting August 16th.

Selfless

Join Ryan Reynolds in this thrilling story of a dying tycoon and transplanting consciousness. Catch the action on August 16th.

Super Monsters Back to School

Your kids will love you for putting on this animated favorite. Join Vida and the crew in Pitchfork Pines on August 16th.

Victim Number 8

A man leaves a hook-up and gets an unstable stalker he never expected. Race from the danger with him on August 16th.

Hyperdrive

The new series throws drivers into an obstacle course scenario sure to make their hearts (and cars) race. Watch the drive starting August 21st.

Love Alarm

In this culture, an app tells users when they’re near a love interest. Fall in love with these characters on August 22.

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