New Shows And Movies To Watch On OTT In August 2026: From Ted Lasso to Main Vaapas Aaunga

OTT has become one of those things that's never-ending and always giving. With streaming platforms adding fresh movies, binge-worthy web series, documentaries, and international hits every week, there's always something new to watch.

And no way does the month of August refrain us from this gift. That said, here's all the latest August 2026 OTT releases, trending shows, and must-watch films across Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, Apple TV+, and more, keeping up with the ever-growing library.

When: August 4

Where: JioHotstar

Uyir is a 2026 Malayalam-language emotional crime thriller film starring Roshan Mathew, Baiju Santhosh, and Athulya Chandra. Directed by M. Padmakumar and based on real-life events, the plot follows a probationary sub-inspector investigating the mysterious death of an unidentified woman.

When: August 5

Where: Apple TV

In season 4, Ted returns to Richmond, taking on his biggest challenge yet: coaching a second division women's football team.

When: August 6

Where: Netflix

The Season 3 of My Life with the Walter Boys premieres on August 6, 2026 on Netflix, featuring 10 episodes. The new season follows the fallout from George's medical emergency, the love confession between Jackie and Cole overheard by Alex, and fresh challenges in Silver Falls.

When: August 7

Where: Netflix

Kargil War patriotic military drama starring Prajakta Koli and Mihir Ahuja, Operation Safed Sagar. The series is inspired by what was the code name for the Indian Air Force's high-altitude combat mission during the 1999 Kargil War.

When: August 12

Where: Amazon Prime Videos

Starring Alan Ritchson, the four leg of the Prime show is set to position retired Military Police Officer Jack Reacher is arrested for a murder he did not commit, he finds himself in the middle of a deadly conspiracy full of dirty cops, shady businessmen, and scheming politicians.

When: August 7

Where: Netflix

Imtiaz Ali's latest blockbuster period romance film starring Naseeruddin Shah, Diljit Dosanjh, Sharvari Wagh, and Vedang Raina is set for an OTT release this month.

When: August 5

Where: Amazon Prime Videos

Sterling Point is a heartfelt, coming-of-age drama led by 17-year-old Annie Jacobson (Ella Rubin). Raised in New York City with her twin brother (Keen Ruffalo) and loving adoptive father (Jay Duplass), Annie's life takes a turn when she inherits her mysterious grandfather's island in Canada.

When: August 17

Where: JioHotstar

Based on the DC comic Green Lantern, drama series Lanterns follows new recruit John Stewart and Lantern legend Hal Jordan. These two intergalactic cops are drawn into a dark, Earth-based mystery as they investigate a murder in the American heartland.

When: August 2

Where: Prime Video

Zoe Saldana is coming back to her role as an elite intelligence officer leading covert missions against terrorists in Special Ops: Lioness Season 3.

When: August 28

Where: Apple Tv

Hailed as one of the best sci-fi novels, the series based on the novel stars Joel Edgerton and Jennifer Connelly. The new season consists of 10 episodes and follows the Dessen family as they try to stay safe.