New releases on Netflix in August have something for everyone. From those who crave a heartwarming coming-of-age romance, to action and truth-seekers, here are the top hits to keep an eye on.
Fisk: Season 1 (August 1)
Filmed in Melbourne, Fisk: Season 1 is a local fast-paced comedy series which follows the story of Helen Tudor-Fisk (Kitty Flannagan), a high-end contracts lawyer who due to a humiliating marriage breakdown and a professional downfall, finds herself compelled to accept a position at a shabby law firm.
Heartstopper: Season 2 (August 3)
If you were a fan of the universally acclaimed first season, then you’ll love Heartstopper: Season 2. With exams, a school trip to Paris and prom on the horizon, Nick, Charlie and the gang must navigate the next stages of life, love and friendship.
The Lincoln Lawyer: Season 2 Part 2 (August 3)
Following the release of Part 1, follow the saga’s conclusion in The Lincoln Lawyer: Season 2 Part 2. As Lisa’s trial approaches, Mickey faces doubts, setbacks and unexpected revelations. Lorna and Cisco plan for their big day, while Izzy makes big moves.
Heart of Stone (August 11)
In this must-see action feature, Gal Gadot plays Rachel Stone, an intelligence operative for a shadowy global peacekeeping agency alongside Jamie Dornan as agent Parker as they race to stop a hacker from stealing its most valuable — and dangerous — weapon.
Who Is Erin Carter? (August 24)
Mark your calendars as Who Is Erin Carter? will be landing on our screens August 24! This series dives into the gripping tale of a British expat’s serene life in Barcelona, turned upside down by an intense supermarket robbery, revealing her secretive and violent past.
You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah (August 25)
L’chaim! Raise a glass to best friends Stacy and Lydia as they both plan their bat mitzvahs. Starring icons Idina Menzel, Jackie Sandler and Adam Sandler to name a few, you won’t want to miss this coming of age comedy!
One Piece (August 31)
Ahoy there! Based on Japan’s highest-selling manga series in history by Eiichiro Oda, One Piece is a legendary high-seas adventure unlike any other. So hoist the sails and let this pirate adventure series sweep you off your feet!
Here is everything else coming to Netflix this August.
ORIGINAL SERIES
Fatal Seduction: Volume 2 (04/08/2023)
The dark and mysterious erotic thriller series from Steven Pillemer returns for a new season of lust, longing and betrayal.
The Big Nailed It Baking Challenge (04/08/2023)
In this high-stakes “Nailed It!” spinoff competition, 10 terrible bakers pick up tips from professional coaches while vying for a sweet cash prize.
Zombieverse (08/08/2023)
In Seoul, where a zombie virus outbreak has run amok, who will outwit the undead in the face of challenging quests and come out alive?
Painkiller (10/08/2023)
The causes and consequences of America’s opioid epidemic unfold in this drama following its perpetrators, victims and an investigator seeking the truth.
Behind Your Touch (13/08/2023)
A psychic vet and a detective join forces to crack small-town cases — but their skills are tested when they unravel a chilling serial killer mystery.
Destined with You (24/08/2023)
A lawyer bound by a centuries-old curse becomes entangled with a civil servant who holds the key to his freedom — igniting an unexpected romance.
At Home With The Furys (16/08/2023)
Undefeated heavyweight champion Tyson Fury retires from boxing to embrace the eccentricities of family life in this hilarious and heartfelt docusoap.
The Chosen One (16/08/2023)
Jodie, a twelve-year-old living in Baja California Sur, discovers he has Jesus-like powers. Will he answer his calling and fulfill his destiny?
The Upshaws: Part 4 (17/08/2023)
A working-class Black family in Indiana strives for a better life and a happy home while juggling everyday struggles in this comedy series.
Mask Girl (18/08/2023)
An office worker who is insecure about her looks becomes a masked internet personality by night — until a chain of ill-fated events overtakes her life.
LIGHTHOUSE (22/08/2023)
Two leading entertainers casually get together for some real talk, shedding light on their vulnerabilities and worries, with lots of laughs along the way.
The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On: Season 2 (Rolling Episodes)
Episodes 1-8 (23/08/2023)
Episodes 9-10 (30/08/2023)
Five different couples, on the verge of marriage. One partner is ready to get married, the other isn’t quite as sure. An ultimatum is issued – and in just over eight weeks, they must commit to marriage, or move on. In the meantime, each will choose a new potential partner from one of the other couples, in a life-changing opportunity to get a glimpse of two different possible futures.
Ragnarok: Season 3 (24/08/2023)
With the lines between good and evil blurred, Magne’s fortitude is about to face its ultimate trial in an epic final battle of gods against giants.
Miss Adrenaline: A Tale of Twins (30/08/2023)
A competitive biker takes the identity of her long-lost identical twin sister to bring her killers to justice and get the truth behind their separation.
One Piece (31/08/2023)
A live-action pirate adventure story based on the bestselling manga by Eiichiro Oda.
Guns & Gulaabs (Coming Soon)
In the cartel-run town of Gulaabgunj, an unprecedented opium deal pulls a big-city cop and a lovesick mechanic into its chaotic clutches.
Risqué Business: Taiwan (Coming Soon)
Shin Dong-youp and Sung Si-kyung embark on a laughter-filled journey to Taiwan, aiming to gain a deeper understanding of its sex culture and business.
NETFLIX FILM
Soulcatcher (02/08/2023)
A military contractor hired to seize a weapon that turns people into savage killers seeks revenge when his brother falls victim to the device.
Head to Head (03/08/2023)
Hilarity meets danger when a lovesick chauffeur and a bootleg mechanic mistakenly pick up a retired crime lord, igniting a wild, life-changing adventure.
Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead (03/08/2023)
Bullied by his boss, worked around the clock, he’s nothing more than a corporate drone. All it takes is a zombie outbreak for him to finally feel alive!
Marry My Dead Body (10/08/2023)
After finding an odd envelope, Policeman Ming-han’s life takes a spooky turn: He’s now wed to a ghost husband, and they must solve a crime together.
Love, Sex and 30 Candles (18/08/2023)
In the year they all turn 30, four best friends navigate relationships, heartbreak and a shocking development that threatens to tear them apart.
10 Days of a Bad Man (18/08/2023)
Battered, broken and bereaved, a private investigator must muscle his way through a tangle of lies to uncover the truth behind a mansion murder.
Squared Love Everlasting (23/08/2023)
A flashy influencer and a down-to-earth teacher’s committed relationship gets tested when a person from the past threatens their happily ever after.
Killer Book Club (25/08/2023)
Eight horror-loving friends fight for their lives when a killer clown who seems to know the grim secret they share begins to pick them off, one by one.
Choose Love (31/08/2023)
Cami Conway has it all until she comes face to face with a kaleidoscope of tempting but tough choices. What she chooses depends wholly on you, the viewer. But be careful! Things don’t always play out like you think!
NETFLIX COMEDY SPECIALS
Jared Freid: 37 and Single (15/08/2023)
Introducing Jared Freid’s hilarious stand-up comedy special, “37 & Single”. In this uproarious performance, Jared, a self-proclaimed expert on the single life, takes us on a wild ride through the ups and downs of navigating the modern dating world. With a humorously annoyed perspective, he hilariously tackles the frustrations of apps, awkward set-ups, and the constant reminders from friends who have moved into the next phase of life. Join Jared as he explores the nuances of being single, growing up, gender reveal parties, and the inevitable break-ups that occur along the way. Get ready for a night of laughter and relatable stories as Jared sheds light on the joys and challenges of being 37 and still searching for that special someone.
NETFLIX DOCUMENTARIESÂ
Untold: Volume 3 (Weekly starting 01/08/2023)
Untold: Jake Paul the Problem Child (01/08/2023)
Untold: Johnny Football (08/08/2023)
Untold: Hall of Shame (15/08/2023)
Untold: Swamp Kings (22/08/2023)
The critically acclaimed docuseries UNTOLD returns with Volume 3, a four-week summer event that pulls back the curtain on epic tales from the wide (and wild) world of sports. From boxing to football to doping scandals, these new stories go well beyond the headlines and upend what we thought we knew. Premiering weekly, each character-driven story hinges on candid, intimate first-person accounts from those who lived it – to reveal the grit, resilience, heartbreak, triumph, and even humor beneath the sweat.
Mark Cavendish: Never Enough (02/08/2023)
Intimate and captivating, this documentary charts the meteoric rise, tragic downfall and unbelievable comeback of professional cyclist Mark Cavendish.
Poisoned: The Dirty Truth About Your Food (02/08/2023)
Through revealing interviews with experts and victims’ families, this gripping documentary examines the problem of deadly foodborne illness in the US.
The Last Hours of Mario Biondo (03/08/2023)
Questions persist about the last night of Mario Biondo, the husband of Spanish TV host Raquel Sánchez Silva. This true-crime series uncovers new details.
Ladies First: A Story of Women in Hip-Hop (09/08/2023)
Rappers, writers and experts detail the influence of women on hip-hop music and culture in this docuseries honoring the trailblazers and game-changers.
Down for Love (11/08/2023)
A heartwarming quest for love, this feel-good reality show follows several people with Down syndrome as they navigate the trials and triumphs of dating.
DEPP V HEARD (16/08/2023)
Depp v Heard is a three-part series examining the infamous defamation case that captured the world’s attention and became the world’s first trial by TikTok. Showing both testimonies side-by-side for the first time, this series explores this global media event, questioning the nature of truth and the role it plays in our modern society.
Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones (30/08/2023)
Travel around the world with author Dan Buettner to discover five unique communities where people live extraordinarily long and vibrant lives.
NETFLIX KIDS & FAMILY
Gabby’s Dollhouse: Season 8 (07/08/2023)
With all new songs and all new friends, the fun times never end for Gabby and her cute cat, Pandy Paws. Want to come along? It’s time to get tiny!
Mech Cadets (10/08/2023)
An underdog teen joins a group of young Cadets who’ve been chosen to bond with Robo Mechs from space and defend Earth against alien invaders.
My Dad the Bounty Hunter: Season 2 (17/08/2023)
The hunter becomes the hunted when Terry mysteriously goes missing, leaving his wife, kids — and Blobby — to search for him all over the universe.
The Monkey King (18/08/2023)
A monkey and his magical fighting stick team up on an epic quest, battling demons, dragons, gods and the greatest adversary of all: Monkey’s own ego!
Karate Sheep: Season 2 (31/08/2023)
Armed with karate skills — and super cool gadgets — Wanda and Trico are back to protect their fluffy sheep friends from the wickedly hungry Wolf.
NETFLIX ANIME
Baki Hanma: Season 2 Part 2 (24/08/2023)
New episodes of the martial-arts anime series.
The Seven Deadly Sins: Grudge of Edinburgh Part 2 (08/08/2023)
Reunited with Lancelot for the first time since their tragic accident, Tristan must learn to conquer his inner demons in order to save his mother’s life.
NETFLIX GAMES
OXENFREE II: Lost Signals (Now Available)
Shadowy cult members. Ghostly radio signals. Spacetime portals. Investigate a dark new mystery in this interactive story game set in a familiar world.
Sonic Prime Dash (Now Available)
Zip through 3D race courses, jump over obstacles and battle iconic villains in this high-octane running game featuring the world’s fastest blue hedgehog.
Too Hot To Handle 2 (Now Available)
More choices, bigger drama. Change your look and make a play: true love or hot hook up? Risk it all in the next season of this interactive story game.
The Queen’s Gambit Chess (Now Available)
Welcome to Beth Harmon’s world. Take some lessons, play puzzles and matches or compete against friends in this stunning love letter to the show.
Cut the Rope Daily (01/08/2023)
Solve one new logic puzzle every day to keep your streak alive. Cut ropes and pop balloons to feed cute green monster Om Nom, who’s craving a candy fix!
LICENSED HIGHLIGHTS
Spider-Man 2 (01/08/2023)
With Peter Parker’s secret life as Spider-Man taking a toll, he considers hanging up his web, only to face another fight against supervillain Doc Ock.
M3GAN (12/08/2023)
When a roboticist tests the lifelike companion doll she’s invented on her orphaned niece, the android soon takes her childcare duties deadly seriously.
Suicide Squad (15/08/2023)
A kind widower and his seven rambunctious children, facing financial ruin, turn to a witchcraft-wielding nanny to help get their household in order.
Nanny McPhee (16/08/2023)
A secret government official releases the world’s worst super villains from prison to have them stop an impending apocalypse in exchange for freedom.
Gladiator (16/08/2023)
Heroic Roman general Maximus wages a brutal battle for vengeance after his family is murdered and his life destroyed by the emperor’s jealous son.
