What's Coming to HBO Max in August 2026
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August 1, 2026
HBO Max continues to stack its UK line-up with prestige dramas, major premieres, returning favourites, and must-watch films. From acclaimed originals to blockbuster entertainment, this month’s schedule delivers plenty of reasons to refresh the watchlist. Here’s what's arriving on HBO Max UK this August.
Lanterns
TV Series - August 17
The series follows new recruit John Stewart (Aaron Pierre) and Lantern legend Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler), two intergalactic cops drawn into a dark, earth-based mystery with cosmic ties as they investigate a murder in the American heartland.
Fukushima: A Nuclear Nightmare
Documentary Series - August 4
In March 2011, a 9.0-magnitude earthquake – the strongest ever recorded in Japan – unleashed a tsunami that devastated the country’s northeast coast. Entire towns were erased and 20,000 lives were lost, but an even greater threat loomed at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant, where the giant wave disabled the cooling systems of three reactors. As radiation levels soared and hydrogen explosions tore through the facility, Japan’s leaders faced the unimaginable prospect of evacuating Tokyo – the world’s largest city with 35 million people.
Hard Knocks: Training Camp With Seattle Seahawks
TV Series - August 5
Marking the franchise’s first appearance on the 21-time Sports Emmy®-winning series. Its signature all-access coverage will unfold this summer at the Seahawks training camp in Renton, Washington and will feature head coach Mike Macdonald, quarterback Sam Darnold, 2025 Associated Press (AP) NFL Offensive Player of the Year Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and defensive standouts Devon Witherspoon and Byron Murphy II.
Monsters of God
Documentary Series - August 7
Filmmaker Eric Goode follows his first love – reptiles – into the dark and gonzo underworld of exotic animal smuggling. In this global network, everyone is chasing the ultimate prize, whether it be owning the rarest of species, claiming the biggest fortunes, or taking down the most elusive criminals. The billion-dollar criminal enterprise is fuelled by extreme obsession for these creatures, driving many to push the boundaries of laws and environmental ethics. As he digs deeper, Goode uncovers a labyrinth of outlaw traffickers, bombastic collectors, and the dogged law enforcement agents on their tails.
Miss You Love You
Film - August 14
A blunt, grieving widow, Diane Patterson (Allison Janney) is forced to plan her husband’s funeral with a total stranger: her estranged son’s assistant, Jamie Simms (Andrew Rannells). As they fumble through grief and their strange, darkly funny circumstances, buried secrets and long-held resentments surface, but their partnership becomes an unlikely conduit for connection, laughter, and healing for this mother and her unexpected surrogate son.
Conan O'Brien Must Go - Season 3
TV Series - August 22
In this riotously funny travel series, Conan O’Brien experiences local cultures and connects with fans he previously met on his podcast.
That’s everything coming to HBO Max this month. Whether you’re planning to catch the latest originals, revisit timeless classics, or discover something new with the family, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Tell us what you’re most excited to watch, and be sure to check back soon for more streaming recommendations and highlights!