From 'Wednesday' Season 2 to 'Aema': 11 New Shows & Movies To Catch On Netflix This August
From sweet romances to spicy thrillers – here's what Netflix has in store for you this August!
Must Watch
My Oxford Year, Premiering 1st August
An ambitious American fulfilling her dream of studying at Oxford falls for a charming Brit hiding a secret that may upend her perfectly planned life.
Wednesday: Season 2 Part 1, Premiering 6th August
Wednesday Addams returns to prowl the Gothic halls of Nevermore Academy, where fresh foes and woes await.
Blood Brothers, Premiering 10th August
Elite bodyguard Ariff finds himself in a deadly showdown when he is framed for a crime and his best friend Ghaz turns into his fiercest adversary.
Night Always Comes, Premiering 15th August
Facing eviction in a city her family can no longer afford, a woman plunges into a desperate and increasingly dangerous all-night search to raise $25,000.
The Thursday Murder Club, Premiering 28th August
A group of senior sleuths passionate about solving cold cases get plunged into a real-life murder mystery in this comic crime caper based on the novel.
From Korea With Love
Beyond The Bar, Premiering 2nd August
Aema, Coming Soon
Bon Appétit, Your Majesty, Coming Soon
Love Untangled, Coming Soon
For Little Explorers
CoComelon Lane: Season 5, Premiering 18th August
Barbie Mysteries: Beach Detectives, Premiering 28th August
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