Here's what's worth streaming in August 2026 on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and more

Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video, Netflix and other streamers are stacking August 2026 with new seasons and returns, but the headline takeaway is that the month doesn’t hinge on any one “must-watch” title. Apple’s “Ted Lasso” comes back for Season 4 on Aug. 5, shifting focus to AFC Richmond’s women’s team while bringing back familiar faces including Rebecca (Hannah Waddingham), Roy Kent (Brett Goldstein), Keeley (Juno Temple) and Coach Beard (Brendan Hunt). Other prominent releases include Amazon’s “Reacher,” Paramount’s “Lioness,” and Netflix’s “Outer Banks.” The guide also stresses budget timing, noting billing cycles start at signup.