Let’s get real: Netflix is heating up in August. If your wavelength is murder mysteries, romantic comedies, animation, or robot warfare, the platform’s offering this month is loaded. If your watchlist wasn’t already full to the brim, it’s going to be. From big return favorites to new originals and movie franchises that ruled an era, there’s something for every type of binge-watcher. So sit back, silence the group chat, and get cozy—here are 10 of the biggest Netflix releases arriving this August, countdown style.
10. The Thursday Murder Club
What do you get when you combine retirees, an actual murder case, and a wildly dashing cast? This Chris Columbus-directed adaptation of Richard Osman’s bestselling book is just that. Envision crisp British humor, warm crime-solving, and tea breaks in between interrogations. With titans like Helen Mirren and Pierce Brosnan (yes, indeed), it’s one of those few mystery-dramas that’s comforting and smart at the same time.
9. My Life with the Walter Boys – Season 2
Jackie’s back in Silver Falls, and so is the drama. Season 2 of the teen drama has more heartbreak, more rodeos, and more love triangles than you can shake a stick at. Having spent the summer in New York, Jackie is ready to set boundaries—but with Alex pursuing rodeo aspirations and Cole being weird, that’s going to be hard to do. Look forward to drama, romance, and all the teenage angst you can get.
8. Long Story Short
From the mind behind BoJack Horseman comes this richly emotional animated comedy that explores family life across decades. Long Story Short focuses on one family’s triumphs and struggles over generations—occasionally hilarious, occasionally heartbreaking, always profoundly human. If you prefer your cartoons existential with a dark humor side, don’t miss this one.
7. Hostage
Two world leaders. One tense kidnapping. Hostage plunges you into the gritty world of global diplomacy when the French President and British PM are kidnapped at a summit. Suranne Jones and Julie Delpy star in this gripping UK thriller, which combines political machinations with heart-stopping suspense. It’s The Diplomat, but grittier.
6. Fixed
From animation legend Genndy Tartakovsky, Fixed is what occurs when a dog learns he’s being neutered tomorrow—and resolves to live his last night to the fullest. Hilarious and touching by turns, this adult animated movie stars the voice talents of Adam Devine, Kathryn Hahn, and Idris Elba. It received rave reviews at Annecy Film Festival, and it’s finally landing on Netflix. Woof.
5. Love is Blind: UK – Season 2
The pods are back open across the pond! Season 2 of Love is Blind: UK brings more romantic mayhem, blind dates, and emotional reveals, all narrated by real-life couple Emma and Matt Willis. If you’ve been missing the drama, awkward silences, and big reveals of the original series, this UK spin-off will scratch that itch—and then some.
4. My Oxford Year
A romantic campus, a high-stakes romance, and two ridiculously handsome leads—what’s not to love? My Oxford Year features Sofia Carson and Queen Charlotte breakout Corey Mylchreest in this take on Julia Whelan’s novel. She’s an up-and-coming American politician, and he’s a handsome native with a few secrets up his sleeve. Be prepared for swoons, tears, and all the British rom-com vibes you can handle.
3. Wednesday – Season 2, Volume 1
The queen of deadpan is back. Wednesday is back with Jenna Ortega reprising her role as the favorite Addams. Season 2 delivers a darker tone, more family secrets, and a huge new addition: Lady Gaga. Yep, she’s part of the Nevermore chaos in an enigmatic role. With more Addams family screen time and Tim Burton still, in the director’s chair, expect stylish spookiness at its best.
2. Transformers: Rise of the Beasts
Missed this one in theaters? Now’s your chance. Rise of the Beasts splatters onto Netflix this month with giant robot fighting, world-spanning action, and a heavy helping of nostalgia. Optimus Prime allies with the Maximals to rescue the world (again), and it’s all a blockbuster ought to be: loud, entertaining, and visually berserk.
1. Fast & Furious Movie Collection
Buckle up. A whole fleet of Fast & Furious films is racing onto Netflix—including Tokyo Drift, Fast Five, Furious 7, and Hobbs & Shaw. Whether you’re rewatching or finally catching up, it’s the perfect excuse to dive into the most gloriously over-the-top action franchise of our time. Just remember: it’s not just about cars—it’s about family.
So whether you’re in the mood to laugh, cry, fall in love, or blow things up (in a cinematic manner, naturally), Netflix’s August 2025 lineup is full of crowd-pleasers. Happy streaming—and perhaps clear out a few weekends now.