Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+: New films and series in August 2026 – what's worth watching now

August 2026 is set to refresh streaming libraries with a variety of new films and series across major platforms, including Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Disney+. From acclaimed TV show returns to new cinematic offerings, viewers have a diverse slate to explore.

Apple TV+ will debut the fourth season of its popular series "Ted Lasso" on August 5. The upcoming season sees the beloved football coach returning to A.F.C. Richmond, this time taking on the challenge of managing a women's team. The season promises to explore whether the optimistic coach can lead the team to success.

On August 6, Disney+ will release "The Shards," a series adapted from Bret Easton Ellis's novel. Set in the glamorous 1980s Los Angeles, the show delves into the lives of privileged teenagers, hinting at dark secrets beneath a glittering surface. The series is noted for its exploration of societal abysses and moral decay, drawing comparisons to other shows that examine the darker side of wealth and status.

Netflix, meanwhile, adds the documentary "Mein eigenes Kind" (My Own Child) on August 1. This film recounts the real-life scandal of Eleonor Alejandra Marín Mendoza in Mexico, who faked a pregnancy due to immense pressure after suffering miscarriages. Directed by Chilean filmmaker Maite Alberdi, the documentary navigates the lines between fiction and reality as it tells Alejandra's story.