Upcoming Netflix Releases in August 2025: Five Shows and Movies that Shouldn't Be Missed
Mark your calendars, folks! Here's a rundown of some exciting new shows and series coming to Netflix in the near future.
August 6 sees the return of Jenna Ortega in "Wednesday" Season 2. The popular series, streaming exclusively on Netflix, finds Wednesday Addams returning to her spooky academy, where a new threat emerges as her brother joins the student body.
If romantic dramas are more your cup of tea, "My Oxford Year" is currently streaming. Set in the picturesque city of Oxford, UK, this heartwarming series tells the story of a whirlwind romance between a young American student and a British man.
August 15 brings the release of "Night Always Comes," a Netflix original thriller starring Vanessa Kirby. The series follows a young woman in debt who embarks on a one-night mission to gather money.
For those who enjoy political thrillers, "Hostage," streaming from August 21, is a short, gripping series about a world leader whose loved one is taken hostage. The series stars Suranne Jones as the UK Prime Minister dealing with the hostage situation, alongside Julie Delpy as the French President.
August 28 is a big day for Netflix, with two highly anticipated releases. "The Thursday Murder Club" is a retirement home mystery based on Richard Osman's mystery novels. The series stars Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, Ben Kingsley, and Celia Imrie as four amateur sleuths, with supporting roles played by Naomi Ackie, Daniel Mays, Jonathan Pryce, David Tennant, Tom Ellis, Richard E. Grant, Ingrid Oliver, and many others.
In addition to the above, "The Thursday Murder Club" also stars Henry Lloyd-Hughes, Geoff Bell, Paul Freeman, and Sarah Niles in various roles. The series is directed by Chris Columbus, with a screenplay by Katy Brand and Suzanne Heathcote.
Last but not least, Helen Mirren and Ben Kingsley also star in "Hostage." While details about "Wednesday Season 2" have yet to be revealed, we're sure fans are eagerly awaiting more information about Jenna Ortega's return as Wednesday Addams.
Don't forget to check out "My Oxford Year" for a relaxing night in with a glass of wine, some chocolate, and a comfort blanket. Whether you're into romantic dramas, political thrillers, or mysteries, there's something for everyone on Netflix this August!
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- If you enjoy movies-and-tv genres like political thrillers or mysteries, Netflix has exciting new releases for you in August, such as "Hostage" and "The Thursday Murder Club."
- For a change of pace from the usual entertainment routines, consider watching a romantic drama like "My Oxford Year," streaming now on Netflix.
