Netflix’s Top TV Shows and Movies Coming in August 2020
When we have no idea what we want to watch next, Netflix is the streaming destination we can always rely on to offer up something new and keep us entertained.
Not only does the platform have literally thousands of TV series and films to check out, but they're constantly adding new content to their massive roster. Netflix is updated almost daily, and August 2020 will be a big month in terms of releases.
Curious to find out what shows and movies are coming to Netflix? Click through to check out their top announcements.
(Project Power via Netflix)
Killing Hasselhoff (2017) – Aug. 1
Released in 2017, Killing Hasselhoff is an action comedy movie starring Ken Jeong and David Hasselhoff himself. In the film, Ken plays Chris, a man who owes a lot of money to loan sharks, and tries to earn it back by winning a celebrity dead pool. If Hasselhoff perishes, all of his troubles will go away—so he decides to take matters into his own hands.
(Killing Hasselhoff via Image Nation)
My Perfect Landing (Season 1) – Aug. 1
Canadian teen series My Perfect Landing is just the thing for fans who love drama as much as they love gymnastics. It follows a family of gymnasts who relocate to Toronto, Canada from Miami, Florida after their parents get a chance to run their own gymnastics club there. The show focuses on Jenny Cortez, played by real-life competitive gymnast Morgan Wigle—and these stars have serious moves.
(My Perfect Landing via Family Channel)
Power Players (Season 2) – Aug. 1
Power Players is basically a childhood dream come true. The American-French CGI series follows a boy named Axel who discovers that, through the use of a pair of magical wristbands called Power Bandz, he can transform himself into an action figure and bring his favorite toys to life to adventure alongside him. We have to admit we're the teensiest bit jealous.
(Power Players via Cartoon Network)
Seabiscuit (2003) – Aug. 1
Based on a true story, Seabiscuit loosely follows the life and career of the titular horse. Seabiscuit was smaller than your typical thoroughbred racehorse, which made his successes on the track all the more impressive, garnering him many avid fans. Because of his underdog status, he was also an optimistic hero, inspiring America throughout the Great Depression. Add star performances by Tobey Maguire, Jeff Bridges and William H. Macy, and you can see why it was nominated for so many Oscars.
(Seabiscuit via Universal Pictures)
Super Monsters: The New Class (2020) – Aug. 1
The Super Monsters series follows the children of the world's most infamous movie monsters as they prepare to start their schooling. You get characters like a sandstorm-generating mummy, a flying vampire kid and a young Frankenstein's monster with incredible strength, all trying to navigate the perils of school in their own way. It's great for the little ones, and is also perfectly watchable in its own right.
(Super Monsters: The New Class via Netflix)
Toradora! (Season 1) – Aug. 1
If you're on the lookout for a classic anime teen drama, Toradora! might be just the thing. It follows a high schooler named Ryuiji who, despite his sweet demeanor, has a bad reputation because he looks like a troublemaker. Ryuji has a massive crush on classmate Minori, but doesn't know how to make his move. Then, there's Minori's disagreeable best friend, Taiga—who happens to have a crush on Ryuji's best friend in turn. Despite their dislike for one another, Ryuji and Taiga team up to help each other win their crush's hearts, with a lot of misunderstandings and misfires spoiling their plans along the way.
(Toradora! via TV Tokyo)
Transformers: Rescue Bots Academy (Season 2) – Aug. 1
Transformers gets family-friendly treatment in the form of Transformers: Rescue Bots Academy. The series sees young Transformers headed to school to learn the tricks of the trade from firetruck and construction bots who know everything there is to know about rescuing those in need. With a little encouragement from Optimus Prime, the students go on rescue missions that show them the meaning of friendship and teamwork.
(Transformers: Rescue Bots Academy via Discovery Family)
Pick of the Litter (2018) – Aug. 2
Could anything be better than watching five adorable Labrador retriever puppies train to be guide dogs? We didn't think so. This documentary follows the pups over the course of two years as they're trained to accompany the blind, showing all of the steps it takes to be fit for the job. It may be cute, but there's also a lot of suspense to be had in this real-life tale.
(Pick of the Litter via IFC Films)
A Go! Go! Cory Carson Summer Camp (2020) – Aug. 4
Just because the Go! Go! Cory Carson series is based on a line of toy cares doesn't mean this series doesn't have plenty of heart. Cory may be a car, but he deals with all of the same struggles a normal kid does—and he looks very cute in the process. In this upcoming short film, Cory and his bestie Freddie go on a camping trip together, but Cory gets a bit jealous of Freddie's cousin, Rosie, along the way.
(A Go! Go! Cory Carson Summer Camp via Brown Bag Films)
Malibu Rescue: The Next Wave (2020) – Aug. 4
Malibu Rescue fans have something very special to look forward to with The Next Wave. The show follows a group of troublemaking teens who join the Malibu Junior Rescue Program to prove their worth. In the main series, Team Flounder won a lifeguard competition to earn a tower of their own, and in The Next Wave, Team Flounder returns to host the International Beachmaster Competition before getting roped in to compete themselves.
(Malibu Rescue: The Next Wave via Netflix)
Sam Jay: 3 in the Morning (2020) – Aug. 4
Comedian and Saturday Night Live writer Sam Jay is seriously funny, and we can't wait to see her first-ever hour-long comedy special, 3 in the Morning, debut on Netflix. The special promises to address her unique takes on travel, dating and race, and we look forward to hearing every hilarious and on-point observation on repeat.
(Sam Jay: 3 in the Morning via Netflix)
Anelka: Misunderstood (2020) – Aug. 5
If you follow international soccer, you may know the infamous French striker Nicolas Anelka. This curious documentary dives into his story and the contention surrounding his legacy. Despite being one of the best, he wasn't allowed to participate in the 2010 World Cup on the French squad after making comments about his coach—and that wasn't the only reason he came under fire. This documentary asks those who know him best to weight in on the controversial player, as well as including words from Anelka himself.
(Anelka: Misunderstood via Netflix)
Nasha Natasha (2016) – Aug. 6
Nasha Natasha is another documentary film debuting on Netflix in August. This one is all about the Uruguayan fashion designer, telenovela actress and singer Natalia Oreiro. It explores her incredible breakout superstardom in unexpected countries including the Czech Republic, Russia, Poland and Israel, following her along her 2014 tour throughout Russia.
(Nasha Natasha via OS Films)
The Rain (Season 3) – Aug. 6
The Rain is a post-apocalyptic series from Denmark that's managed to take America by storm (no pun intended). After a devastating event in with a virus, carried by rain, wiped out almost everyone in Scandinavia, a brother and sister seek out their scientist father who might know something about the outbreak, and join a group of survivors seeking safe haven.
(The Rain via Netflix)
The Seven Deadly Sins (Season 4) – Aug. 6
Based on the manga by the same name, The Seven Deadly Sins follows a group of seven dastardly but powerful knights who disbanded after being framed for a horrible crime. When the princess Elizabeth's kingdom is taken from her by an oppressive group called the Holy Knights, she takes it into her own hands to get the sins back together to help her reclaim what's hers.
(The Seven Deadly Sins via JNN)
High Seas/ Alta Mar (Season 3) – Aug. 7
High Seas is a Spanish mystery series that has audiences absolutely captivated. The series takes place in the 1940s and follows sisters Eva and Carolina Villaneuva as they sail from their home in Spain to Brazil on an ocean liner called the Bárbara de Braganza. Along their trip, they get tangled up in an incredible murder mystery—and set out to solve it.
(High Seas via Netflix)
The Magic School Bus Rides Again: Kids in Space (2020) – Aug. 7
Few children's series are more classic and iconic than The Magic School Bus, and the gang is still at it with The Magic School Bus Rides Again: Kids in Space. This one follows Ms. Frizzle's younger sister, Miss Fiona Frizzle, and the kids as they go on a field trip into orbit, traveling to the International Space Station and evading the grasp of a giant tardigrade along the way.
(The Magic School Bus Rides Again: Kids in Space via Netflix)
The New Legends of Monkey (Season 2) – Aug. 7
The New Legends of Monkey may sound strange, but this hit series from Australia and New Zealand is attracting viewers around the globe. Based on a Japanese series from the '70s and '80s, it follows a young monk called Tripitaka who releases the Monkey King and joins a group of gods to travel the demon-infested lands and retrieve the all-powerful scrolls of wisdom.
(The New Legends of Monkey via ABC Me)
Selling Sunset (Season 3) – Aug. 7
Love reality TV and catty real estate agents? Then you won't be able to get enough of Selling Sunset. This series follows a real estate brokerage firm and its agents as they work to sell some of the most expensive properties in all of Los Angeles, quickly revealing that their day-to-day lives can be just as dramatic as the high-pressure stakes they face at work.
Sing On! Germany (Season 1) – Aug. 7
For those who can't get enough of singing competitions, Sing On! Germany will be a real treat. Hosted by presenter and actress Palina Rojinski, it's essentially a karaoke competition where German vocalists show off their skills—and allow you to sing right along, with the lyrics at the bottom of the screen. Not only are they vying to win the competition, but the winner also takes home a cool €30,000.
(Sing On! Germany via Netflix)
Wizards: Tales of Acadia (finale) – Aug. 7
Guillermo del Toro has won Academy Awards for both Best Director and Best Picture, and though his Netflix series Tales of Arcadia may blend into the CGI crowd at first glance, the care and attention he put into the series shows. Wizards will be the third and final installment in this trilogy, with Merlin's apprentice joining the series heroes to mend the growing rift between humans, trolls and magical beings.
(Wizards: Tales of Acadia via Netflix)
Word Party Songs (Season 1) – Aug. 7
The Jim Henson Company's Word Party is all about teaching growing minds new vocabulary through the use of colorful characters and memorable music, and it's about to grow a bit more with Word Party Songs. This series will turn the songs of Word Party into sing-along tracks, allowing the little ones to keep up with Bailey, Franny, Kip, Lulu and Tilly while they learn.
(Word Party Songs via Netflix)
Work It (2020) – Aug. 7
Work It is a new coming-of-age comedy that should not be ignored. It stars Sabrina Carpenter as Quinn, an ingenious but less-than-graceful high school senior who desperately wants to get into her late dad's college. Her ticket in is succeeding in the school dance competition. Only problem? She can't dance. But with the help of a tag of misfit dancers, she just might transform herself into a star.
(Work It via Netflix)
Rob Schneider: Asian Momma, Mexican Kids (2020) – Aug. 11
You may know comedian Rob Schneider from his time on Saturday Night Live and his starring roles in a number of feature films. This year, he's back with his first comedy special in seven years. Based on the title, it sounds like he'll be exploring what it was like to grow up with a Filipino mother, as well as being the father to three daughters. The special includes a very special duet with his daughter, singer-songwriter Elle King.
(via YouTube)
An Easy Girl/ Une fille facile (2020) – Aug. 13
An Easy Girl is a French coming-of-age comedy that's all about the journey along the way. It follows a 16-year-old girl named Naima who spends the summer with her flirtatious cousin, Sofia, in the South of France. Though Naima's best friend is concerned about what she might pick up from Sofia's carefree ways, Naima allows herself to get swept up in it, discovering herself along the way.
(An Easy Girl via Ad Vitam)
3% (Season 4) – Aug. 14
Fans of dystopias are going to have a great August with the addition of Brazilian series 3%. In this world, the destitute residents of the Island have one chance to change their lives. When they turn 20, they can undertake "The Process" for an opportunity to live in the Offshore, becoming wealthy and taking in luxuries they can only imagine. With only a 3% success rate, the series follows a few Process hopefuls.
(3% via Netflix)
Glow Up: Britain's Next Make-Up Star (Season 2) – Aug. 14
Creative competition shows are some of our very favorites, and Glow Up has proven to be as engaging as it is beautiful. This show pits makeup artists against each other, competing in bold and visually striking challenges that will make you rethink makeup. Plus, the winners are given opportunities that could define their careers in the beauty industry, meaning that every stroke of the brush can change their lives forever.
(Glow Up: Britain's Next Make-Up Star via BBC Three)
Project Power (2020) – Aug. 14
Project Power is a different kind of superhero film. In this world, there's a powerful pill that can endow its taker with superpowers—but only for five minutes. When Art (played by Jamie Foxx) learns that the creators of this dangerous substance have taken his daughter, he sets out to save her, using every tool at his disposal to do so.
(Power Play via Netflix)
The Great Heist (Season 1 ) – Aug. 14
The Great Heist is a Colombian series based on a true robbery that's been dubbed "the heist of the century." In 1994, $33 million were stolen from Colombia's Bank of the Republic, which had a ripple effect that impacting the entire nation. This series dives into how it happened, and why it was such a big deal for the country.
(The Great Heist via Netflix)
Les Misérables (2012) – Aug. 16
This screen adaptation of the musical based on the French historical novel by Victor Hugo undertakes the gargantuan task of translating a a Broadway favorite into a film. It follows a cat and mouse game between criminal Jean Valjean and policeman Javert during France's June Revolution. It's beloved by some fans, and detested by others. Now that it'll be on Netflix, you can make that call yourself.
(Les Misérables via Universal Pictures)
Seventh Son (2014) – Aug. 16
Seventh Son is a loose adaptation of The Last Apprentice: Revenge of the Witch. It follows a witch hunger called Gregory (Jeff Bridges) whose apprentice is killed by the evil Mother Malkin after she escapes imprisonment. Needing a new apprentice, Gregory seeks the seventh son of a seventh son to follow him, and finds one in the form of Tom Ward (Ben Barnes), training him to help him defeat Malkin once and for all.
(Seventh Son via Universal Pictures)
Glitch Techs (Season 2) – Aug. 17
Animated series Glitch Techs is a collaboration between Nickelodeon and Netflix, following teens Five and Me-K.O. who specialize in tackling video game glitches that make virtual villains real and allow them to terrorize their city. The Glitch Techs know everything there is to know about gaming, making their job a breeze—and making their fake jobs as game store clerks all the more believable.
(Glitch Techs via Netflix)
John Was Trying to Contact Aliens (2020) – Aug. 20
John Was Trying to Contact Aliens is the type of documentary that proves that truth truly is stranger than fiction. It tells the real-life tale of John Shepard, a man who spent years of his life dedicated to contacting life beyond Earth, transmitting music into the vastness of space. While he wasn't successful in that venture, his decades taking on this lonely quest eventually allow him to make the kinds of connections he actually needs in his life.
(John Was Trying to Contact Aliens via Netflix)
Lucifer (Season 5) – Aug. 21
Both comic book fans and newcomers love Lucifer, a show is based on the DC Comics version of the devil, created by Neil Gaiman in his iconic The Sandman comic series. After tiring of his job as the lord of the underworld, Lucifer (played by Tom Ellis) decides to move L.A. to run a nightclub and lend a hand to the LAPD. What could be more devilish?
(Lucifer via Netflix)
The Sleepover (2020) – Aug. 21
The Sleepover takes the traditional family comedy and turns it on its head. It's about two kids who discover that they don't realize they knew their mom as well as they thought when they discover she used to be a thief, and that she's in witness protection. When their mother gets roped into one final job, the kids decide to rescue her from her troubled past.
(The Sleepover via Netflix)
Unknown Origins (2020) – Aug. 28
Unknown Origins isn't exactly a superhero story, but this Spanish drama has enough aspects of the genre to have us intrigued. When police discover that a serial killer is recreated the origin stories of superheroes, they decide that the only way to stop the fiend is to enlist the help of the local comic book geeks who have all the knowledge they'll need to close the case.
(Unknown Origins via Netflix)
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