6 Netflix shows and movies not to miss this August

Grab a cold drink and press play on these new Netflix TV shows and movies, some that you’ve been waiting for months, and some that are giving you a fresh new experience.

From fans of academia to dramatic reality shows, there’s something for everyone this summer.

Sophomore fans will experience the return of Wednesday Addams in Nevermore Academy. Meanwhile, for those who are not into murder mysteries and paranormal things, My Life with the Walter Boys is also coming back this month.

Moreover, the audience will get to stream adaptations of some of their favourite books, including My Oxford Year and The Thursday Murder Club.

Though this month isn’t all about fiction, fans of reality TV will see the return of Perfect Match: Season 3.

So, open your streamer and mark these shows on your waitlist, because we are about to give you a recap of everything you should not miss this month.

My Oxford Year (Aug. 1)

Rom-com lovers and sophomore romance fans, don’t miss My Oxford Year, a dreamy start to August based on Julia Whelan’s beloved novel.

Brought to you by the producers of The Fault in Our Stars, this new romance flick stars Bridgerton’s Corey Mylchreest and Descendants star Sofia Carson.

Expect a love story set in a university drenched in dark academia vibes, with steamy scenes, young love, and dusty bookshelves.

My Oxford Year starts streaming on Netflix from August 1.

Perfect Match: Season 3 (Aug. 1)

Reality TV fans, get ready for the messy, spicy chaos of Perfect Match is back for Season 3!

This addictive series brings together stars from your favourite dating shows, including Love Island, The Bachelor, and Temptation Island, to see who can actually find love... or at least some chemistry.

Season 3 teases some familiar faces too, including Bachelor exes Rachel Recchia and Clayton Echard.

The drama (and maybe romance) kicks off on Netflix on August 1.

Wednesday: Season 2 (Aug. 6)

Wednesday Addams returns to Nevermore Academy to solve another murder, this time, a more complex one.

The Jenna Ortega-led anti-hero series Wednesday made history in Netflix stats with its Season 1 for its psychic characters and creepy themes.

Wednesday: Season 2, coming to Netflix on Aug. 6, promises to focus more on the titular character's psychic abilities.

The Fast and the Furious Franchise (Aug. 16)

The Vin Diesel-starring hit franchise Fast and Furious is coming to Netflix with almost all of its instalments.

Now, you can experience the furiously fast and high-octane action at home with Diesel, Paul Walker, Michelle Rodriguez, and the rest of the cast.

You can watch The Fast and the Furious, 2 Fast 2 Furious, Tokyo Drift, Fast Five, Fast & Furious 6, Furious 7, and Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw on August 16 on Netflix.

The Thursday Murder Club (Aug. 28)

Crime and mystery-obsessed audiences have something more from Netflix, the highly anticipated book-to-screen adaptation of The Thursday Murder Club.

It follows the story of a group of retirement home residents whose mystery genre book club turns into a real-life murder investigation. The cosy mystery stars bona fide legends Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, Celia Imrie, and Ben Kingsley.

Watch The Thursday Murder Club on Netflix on August 28.

My Life with the Walter Boys: Season 2 (Aug. 28)

The fan-loved brother love triangle is returning to Netflix for Season 2.

My Life with the Walter Boys will show Jackie (Nikki Rodriguez) once again contend with her burgeoning love for both Alex (Ashby Gentry) and Cole (Noah LaLonde).

After the cliffhanger ending kiss of Season 1, the three characters are set to make big decisions in the upcoming season.

My Life with the Walter Boys: Season 2 will start streaming on August 28 on Netflix.

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