August’s streaming slate jumps from horror tentpoles to family magic and star-driven Netflix originals. This roundup selects 20 new films hitting services in August 2025 — from the $285M smash that revived a franchise to small‑screen premieres that skipped theaters. Expect horror (Final Destination, The Monkey), family fantasy (The Legend of Ochi), and big‑name streaming originals (My Oxford Year, The Thursday Murder Club). Below: quick need-to-know bullets, eight highlighted picks with why they matter, and the key numbers shaping this month’s viewing choices.
What to remember about August’s streaming surge and where to start
- Final Destination Bloodlines debuts on HBO Max Aug 1, after a $285M global box office.
- Neon’s The Monkey arrives Aug 7 on Hulu; it grossed nearly $70M worldwide.
- Netflix premieres multiple originals Aug 1–22, led by Sofia Carson’s My Oxford Year.
- Den of Thieves 2 arrives on Prime Video after a theatrical run of $32M+.
- Expect horror, family fantasy, star comedies and a major Netflix documentary Aug 22.
#1 — Final Destination Bloodlines (Aug 1) — What the $285M summer hit reveals
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Final Destination Bloodlines arrives on HBO Max after a breakout theatrical run that made it the franchise’s highest‑grossing entry. The movie’s viral setpieces and box‑office momentum now shift to streaming, where renewed franchise interest often spikes viewership and social chatter. If you streamed other recent horror revivals, expect strong weekend demand and debate over which kills trend on social platforms.
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#2 — The Monkey (Aug 7) on Hulu — Why Neon’s Stephen King pick still scares
Adapted from a Stephen King short and directed by Osgood Perkins, The Monkey mixes dark comedy and gore; Neon reports nearly $70M global grosses. The film’s twisted premise — a cursed toy monkey — makes it prime horror‑fan watercooler material on streaming. Expect genre writeups and watch‑parties that boost Hulu play counts in week one.
#3 — The Pickup (Aug 6) on Prime Video — Why Eddie Murphy + Pete Davidson matter for streaming
The Pickup pairs Eddie Murphy and Pete Davidson in a high‑concept armored‑truck caper made as a Prime Video original. Star power plus a wide streaming rollout typically drives early‑access tracking spikes and social discovery. For casual viewers it’s an easy, rewatchable pick that can outperform smaller theatrical titles on platform charts.
#4 — The Legend of Ochi (Aug 15) on HBO Max — Why A24’s family fantasy could cross ages
A24’s The Legend of Ochi brings tactile visuals and a creature‑friend story to HBO Max, positioning it as family‑friendly counterprogramming to August horror. Expect parents and younger viewers to push it into family recommendations, and critics to praise Isaiah Saxon’s distinctive visual style.
#5 — My Oxford Year (Aug 1) on Netflix — Why Sofia Carson’s romance is a guaranteed streamer hit
Netflix bets on Sofia Carson’s reliably large streaming draw with a campus romance set in Oxford. Platform familiarity with the actor’s prior hits suggests strong opening‑week viewership and placement in Netflix’s top‑10 lists, especially among young adult audiences.
#6 — The Thursday Murder Club (Aug 28) on Netflix — Why the starry cast will boost views
Chris Columbus’ adaptation starring Helen Mirren, Ben Kingsley and Pierce Brosnan lands late‑August on Netflix, combining name recognition with cozy mystery appeal. Older‑demo viewers and fans of the novel are likely to drive sustained, multi‑week viewership — useful for Netflix retention metrics.
#7 — Night Always Comes (Aug 15) on Netflix — Why Vanessa Kirby’s drama could surprise
Vanessa Kirby headlines this night‑long odyssey drama about risking everything for a home; Netflix’s wide reach may lift a mid‑budget dramatic title into cultural conversation. Expect praise for performances and talk‑show/playlist placement that extend the title’s life beyond opening week.
#8 — The Truth About Jussie Smollett? (Aug 22) on Netflix — Why controversy fuels documentary viewing
Netflix’s documentary promises “new evidence” and revisits a high‑profile 2019 case, guaranteeing curiosity and heated conversation. Controversial true‑crime docs typically spike viewership quickly and sustain engagement through social media debate and news coverage.
Key streaming numbers to watch this August 2025 and what they mean
| Metric | Value + Unit | Scope/Date | Change/Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Final Destination box office | $285 million | Worldwide, Summer 2025 | Largest franchise entry; boosts streaming demand |
| The Monkey theatrical gross | ~$70 million | Worldwide, 2025 | Strong genre draw heading to Hulu |
| Den of Thieves 2 theatrical | $32+ million | North America, 2025 | Theater-to-stream pipeline for Prime Video |
| Great Dane “Bing” screenweight | 145 lb | The Friend, Aug 25 | Publicity detail used in family film marketing |
Sources
- https://variety.com/lists/best-movies-streaming-august-2025/
- https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/01/arts/television/movies-tv-shows-august-2025-streaming.html
- https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/netflix-august-2025-new-releases-movies-tv-1236334501/
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