No one’s firing up a two-year-old series this month. August doesn’t have the patience. There’s just too much coming at us — festivals, family plans, friend catchups, workload and a calendar that’s already overflowing with group chats and Google invites. Your screen time? It’s about to get wild.
Whether you’re prepping for a Rakhi celebration with family, organising Ganpati puja decor, or finally making that long-overdue brunch plan with your friends, there’s movement and emotion in every direction. Which means, when it’s time to wind down, only something fresh and exciting on your favorite OTT platform will do.
OTT Releases in August 2025
Because in the age of streaming, timing is taste. And this August, taste is everything. Here’s what to cue up this month when you need a little post-chaos debrief:
Fixed
An adult animated comedy set to release on August 13 from visionary director Genndy Tartakovsky, Fixed is about Bull, an average, all-around good dog who discovers he’s going to be neutered in the morning! As the gravity of this life-altering event sets in, Bull realizes he needs one last adventure with his pack of best friends. What could go wrong?
The voice cast includes Adam Devine, Idris Elba, Kathryn Hahn, Fred Armisen, Bobby Moynihan, Beck Bennett, Michelle Buteau, and River Gallo
OTT: Netflix
Saare Jahan Se Accha: The Silent Guardians
A gripping Netflix series starring Pratik Gandhi, Sunny Hinduja, Tillotama Shome, Rajat Kapoor, Anup Soni and more, Saare Jahan Se Accha: The Silent Guardians, season 1 is hitting our screens on August 13. Shining a light on the unsung heroes who quietly serve and protect India behind the scenes, from intelligence agents and cybersecurity experts to covert operatives and disaster responders, the series explores the lives and missions of those who operate in the shadows to safeguard the nation’s integrity and security.
Through dramatised reenactments, real accounts, and expert commentary, the show offers an inside look at their courage, sacrifices, and resilience. It’s a stirring tribute to those who work without recognition yet play a vital role in preserving the nation’s safety. A must-watch for anyone curious about India’s lesser-known protectors.
OTT: Netflix
Alien: Earth
Get ready for an intergalactic adventure with "Alien: Earth," hitting OTT FX on August 12! Starring the talented Adarsh Gourav, this gripping sci-fi thriller explores the untold mysteries of extraterrestrial life on Earth. As an ordinary man caught in a web of extraordinary events, Gourav’s performance promises to keep you on the edge of your seat. With breathtaking visuals and a mind-bending storyline, "Alien: Earth" is the must-watch sci-fi release this summer. Mark your calendars and prepare for a journey that will change the way you look at our planet and the cosmos beyond.
OTT: Hulu On DisneyPlus
Chief Of War
Set in 18th-century Hawaii, Chief of War follows the epic journey of Ka’iana (played by Jason Momoa), a native warrior who rises to become a revolutionary leader during the islands' turbulent unification. As foreign powers close in and internal rivalries erupt, Ka’iana finds himself torn between tradition, loyalty, and the urgent need for change. The series explores the complex clash between Indigenous culture and colonial ambition, weaving historical events with gripping drama and breathtaking visuals.
Co-created by Momoa, this historical saga that will be available for a watch starting August 1 delivers high-stakes conflict, spiritual depth, and the story of a people fighting for sovereignty in the face of upheaval.
OTT: Apple TV Plus
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Hostage
In this action-packed political thriller, the British Prime Minister (Suranne Jones) goes head to head with the French President (Julie Delpy) and is forced to make an unimaginable decision. Fighting political pressures, with a husband held hostage and a country to defend, she’s left with nearly no choice - but she will not give in.
OTT: Netflix
Beyond The Bar
Set for August 2 release with Lee Jin-wook, Jung Chae-yeon, Lee Hak-joo, Jeon Hye-bin in the lead, the legal drama follows a rookie lawyer as she joins a top law firm and works under a cold, demanding mentor. Amid complex cases and office politics, she struggles to learn what justice truly means.
OTT: Netflix
Eyes of Wakanda (JioHotstar)
Marvel stans, rejoice! Set in the Black Panther universe, “Eyes of Wakanda” is a slick animated anthology following elite Wakandan warriors throughout history on dangerous missions. The animation looks top-tier, and the stories bring new depth to the world of Wakanda with action, heritage, and hidden heroes.
OTT: Jio+Hotstar
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The Thursday Murder Club
Based on Richard Osman’s international bestseller novel of the same name, The Thursday Murder Club follows four irrepressible retirees — Elizabeth (Helen Mirren), Ron (Pierce Brosnan), Ibrahim (Ben Kingsley), and Joyce (Celia Imrie) — who spend their time solving cold case murders for fun. When an unexplained death occurs on their own doorstep, their casual sleuthing takes a thrilling turn as they find themselves with a real whodunit on their hands. Directed by Chris Columbus, the film is the latest to be produced through the Netflix and Amblin Entertainment partnership.
OTT: Netflix
Twelve
Ma Dong-seok, Park Hyung-sik, Seo In-guk, starrer Twelve is inspired by Eastern mythology around the 12 zodiac animals. It shows 12 angels live among humans in disguise to protect the Korean Peninsula from rising evil forces. They must now reunite and fights dark forces resurface. It will release on August 23.
OTT: Disney+ (JioHotstar)
Final Draft
A Japanese reality show that brings on 25 former athletes, most retired, compete to win 30M yen to launch their second career. Can they overcome tough physical and psychological challenges? The show will release on August 12.
OTT: Netflix