5 Films to Watch on Netflix This August

Netflix’s August film line-up covers a wide range of genres, making it easier to find something that suits your mood. This month’s releases include crime thrillers, science fiction, documentaries, family dramas and animation, with several high-profile originals arriving throughout August.

The Whisper Man

One of Netflix’s biggest releases this month arrives on 28 August. Based on Alex North’s bestselling novel, The Whisper Man follows widowed crime writer Tom Kennedy after his young son is kidnapped. Desperate for answers, he turns to his estranged father, a retired detective whose past investigation into a notorious serial killer could help uncover what happened.

The film stars Robert De Niro, Adam Scott and Michelle Monaghan. The story centres on the investigation, strained family relationships and the search for a killer whose crimes continue to affect those involved years later. Viewers who enjoy crime thrillers built around mystery and character-driven storytelling may want to keep this one in mind.

Don’t Say Good Luck

Arriving on 14 August, Don’t Say Good Luck takes a different direction. The coming-of-age comedy drama follows a teenage girl trying to balance rehearsals for her school musical while caring for her mother, who is receiving treatment for cancer.

Sunny Sandler leads a cast that also includes Melanie Lynskey, Max Greenfield and Stephanie Beatriz. The story explores how a young family copes with uncertainty while holding on to everyday routines, friendships and personal ambitions.

The Last House

The Last House blends science fiction with horror when it premieres on 7 August. Greta Lee and Wagner Moura play parents whose family suddenly becomes trapped inside their home after a mysterious force prevents them from leaving.

As supplies begin to run low, survival is only part of their struggle. The family must also discover what is keeping them confined before time runs out. Directed by Louis Leterrier, the film adds another mystery thriller to Netflix’s August originals.

Freefall: A Reckoning for Boeing

Freefall: A Reckoning for Boeing arrives on 19 August. The documentary revisits Boeing’s safety record, examining events that followed earlier investigations while also exploring the death of whistleblower John Barnett and the wider questions surrounding the company’s corporate culture.

The documentary examines accountability, aviation safety and the impact of these events on employees, passengers and their families. It will interest viewers who follow investigative documentaries based on real events.

The Ribbon Hero

The Ribbon Hero arrives on Netflix on 8 August for families and animation fans. The Japanese animated fantasy follows a young hero on an adventure through an imaginative world designed for viewers of different ages.

The film adds another animated original to Netflix’s August collection. If you’re looking for a family-friendly option after the month’s darker thrillers, this release offers a lighter change of pace.

From crime thrillers and documentaries to family films and animation, Netflix’s August line-up brings together a broad mix of new releases. Whether you’re planning a quiet evening at home or looking for something new to stream over the weekend, these films are among the month’s notable additions.