What to watch on Netflix, HBO Max, Prime Video, and Apple TV+ this August 2025.
We’re more than halfway through the year already but there’s no end to new bingeable shows and movies that are being released. Jason Momoa steps into the shoes of a warrior chief while Eddie Murphy and Pete Davidson are unwittingly roped into a heist. Madelyn Cline is in a whirlwind romance with Archie himself while James Bond, Gandhi, and Queen Elizabeth are in a true crime club. Finally, John Cena is back as Peacemaker and Jenna Ortega sports the iconic pigtails again.
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Here’s what’s new on Netflix, Max, Prime Video, and Apple TV+ this August 2025
Chief of War
August 1, Apple TV+
Based on true events, the series follows Kaʻiana (Jason Momoa), a warrior chief, during the 18th century when Hawaiʻi, Maui, Oʻahu, and Kauaʻi were all at war.
Wednesday (Part 1, Season 2)
August 6, Netflix
Wednesday Addams (Jenna Ortega) returns to the Gothic halls of Nevermore for another school year, this time with her brother, Pugsley, in tow. Much like the previous term, this year promises more mysteries, drama, and glitter thanks to her faithful roommate, Enid (Emma Myers).
The Pickup
August 6, Prime Video
Two armoured truck drivers (Eddie Murphy and Pete Davidson) go on a routine cash pickup job that’s upended by a mysterious assailant (Keke Palmer) who coerces them to help her in a bigger heist. Chaos, hilarity, and questionable things ensue.
Butterfly
August 13, Prime Video
David Jung (Daniel Dae Kim) is a former US intelligence operative laying low and living a quiet life in South Korea. However, it all comes to a screeching halt when his past comes back to haunt him and a talented but sociopathic young agent (Raina Hardesty) is sent to kill him.
The Map That Leads to You
August 20, Prime Video
Heather (Madelyn Cline) is on a trip through Europe with her best friends before settling into a seemingly perfect life. But that all comes undone when she meets Jack (KJ Apa). The two share an instant deep connection, but that’s tested as more of their secrets and pasts are revealed.
Peacemaker (Season 2)
August 21, HBO Max
Peacemaker (John Cena) is whisked away to an alternate world where his ultimate dream life is the reality. However, this also forces him to grapple with the actual reality of his real life.
The Thursday Murder Club
August 28, Netflix
Based on the novel of the same name, the movie follows four retirees who spend their days solving cold cases. However, when an actual murder happens, they suddenly find themselves putting their sleuthing to good use.
