What's Streaming on Netflix in August 2026
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July 31, 2026
Netflix continues to deliver a broad, ever-evolving mix of originals and fan-favourite additions, balancing big-budget spectacle with intimate, character-driven storytelling. Each month brings a fresh wave of series, films and documentaries designed to spark conversation and cater to every kind of viewer — from gripping dramas and high-concept thrillers to light-hearted comedies and must-watch reality. Whether you're dipping into a returning hit or discovering something new, Netflix’s August line-up offers plenty of reasons to queue up your next watch.
Alley Cats
TV Series - August 7
Alley Cats is an adult animated sitcom created by and starring the multi award-winning Ricky Gervais. The series follows the trials and tribulations of a group of feral British cats from all walks of society, who seek companionship while ruminating on everyday life. From the funny to the absurd, the series is packed with Gervais’ signature style of heart and social commentary that audiences have come to expect.
The Last House
Film - August 7
A family of four are suddenly sealed inside their home with no way out, and must work together to survive against both their dwindling resources and the mysterious, looming threat that is keeping them trapped.
My Brilliant Career
TV Series - August 13
Sybylla is a shockingly modern young woman with one searing ambition - to be a writer, while her family is determined to marry her off. With an irrepressible taste for fun, Sybylla breaks every convention of 1900 Australia as she searches for a story that will allow her to write her way to independence. For her, the choice between adventure or marriage seems easy, until she falls in love. Will Sybylla marry, or will she risk it all for a creative life?
Outer Banks - Season 5
TV Series - August 20
Season 5 finds the Pogues at their absolute breaking point following the tragic loss of JJ in Morocco. Stranded far from home and mourning the heart of their crew, they’ve lost the Blue Crown and continue to face a gauntlet of familiar threats.
The Whisper Man
Film - August 28
Based on the New York Times bestselling novel by Alex North. When his eight-year-old son is abducted, a widowed crime writer looks to his estranged father, a retired former police detective, for help, only to discover a connection with the decades-old case of a convicted serial killer known as The Whisper Man.
That’s everything landing on Netflix this month. Whether you’re catching up on buzzy new originals, revisiting familiar favourites, or diving into something completely new, there’s plenty to add to your watchlist. Let us know what you’ll be watching, and stay tuned for more streaming recommendations and reviews soon.