Looking for what to watch on Netflix in the UAE this August 2025? From brand-new Netflix Originals to returning fan favourites and hidden gems, we’ve got your complete guide to the best TV shows, movies, and documentaries hitting the platform this month.
Whether you’re into thrillers, comedies, K-dramas, or animated adventures, this curated list of new Netflix releases in August 2025 will help you find your next binge-worthy pick. Updated weekly to reflect the latest drops across Netflix in the UAE, KSA, and other MENA markets, this page is your go-to for staying up-to-date with the latest streaming trends.
The Thursday Murder Club
Comedy/Crime/Mystery | 18+
The Thursday Murder Club, directed by Chris Columbus and starring Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, Ben Kingsley, and Celia Imrie, premieres exclusively on Netflix August 28, 2025
Based on Richard Osman’s international bestseller, The Thursday Murder Club introduces four sharp-witted retirees—Elizabeth, Ron, Ibrahim, and Joyce—who spend their days unravelling unsolved crimes. But when a mysterious death strikes close to home, their hobby turns into a high-stakes investigation, plunging them into a real-life whodunit filled with twists, danger, and wit.
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My Life With the Walter Boys Season 2 (Series)
Drama/Romance | 18+
My Life with the Walter Boys Season 2, starring Nikki Rodriguez, Noah LaLonde, and Ashby Gentry, premieres August 28, 2025, only on Netflix.
Jackie Howard’s life was turned upside down after tragedy forced her to leave Manhattan for rural Colorado—and the chaos of living with eight Walter brothers. This Season, Jackie returns to Silver Falls determined to fix broken relationships and find where she truly belongs. But with Alex changed, Cole slipping into old habits, and new drama shaking the family, Jackie faces choices that could risk everything she’s rebuilt.
Night Always Comes
Crime/Drama/Thriller | 16
Based on Willy Vlautin’s best-selling novel, Night Always Comes follows Lynette, a woman who will risk everything to secure the home that could save her family’s future. Over the course of one perilous night, she’s pushed into a dangerous journey that forces her to face her darkest past—and fight for her freedom.
Directed by Benjamin Caron (Sherlock, The Crown) and starring Vanessa Kirby, Jennifer Jason Leigh, and Zack Gottsagen, Night Always Comes premieres exclusively on Netflix August 15, 2025.
Wednesday Season 2 (Series)
Comedy/Fantasy/Mystery | 14
Wednesday, starring Jenna Ortega, Hunter Doohan, and Emma Myers, returns exclusively to Netflix on 6 August 2025.
Wednesday Addams is back—and so is the chaos. As she stalks the shadowy halls of Nevermore Academy once more, new enemies, old grudges, and deeper family secrets come crawling out of the crypt. With her razor-sharp wit, deadpan charm, and a knack for attracting the macabre, Wednesday faces a chilling new supernatural mystery that could change everything.
My Oxford Year
Romance/Comedy | 12
My Oxford Year, a heartfelt and captivating love story starring Sofia Carson, Corey Mylchreest, and Dougray Scott, premieres exclusively on Netflix on 1 August 2025.
Anna, a driven young American, arrives at Oxford University with a clear plan and big dreams. But everything changes when she crosses paths with a witty and magnetic local—sparking a romance that will challenge her ambitions and change the course of both their lives forever.
Leanne Season 1 (Series)
Comedy | 14
After 33 years of marriage, Leanne’s world is turned upside down when her husband leaves her for someone new. Starting over in her golden years wasn’t part of the plan—but with menopause, grandkids, and a stubborn sense of humor, she’s determined to face it all with grace, grit, and a side of jello salad.
Leanne, a heartwarming and hilarious new comedy starring Celia Weston, Blake Clark, and Ryan Stiles, premieres exclusively on Netflix, July 31, 2025. Sometimes, a fresh start comes when you least expect it.
Happy Gilmore 2
Comedy/Sport | 12
He’s back—and ready to swing for glory once again! Happy Gilmore Returns sees Adam Sandler reprise his iconic role as the hot-headed golf legend, now facing a new generation eager to knock him off his pedestal. When his legacy is challenged, Happy must dust off his clubs, channel his old fire, and prove he’s still the king of the green.
With Margaret Qualley and Julie Bowen joining the hilarious, high-stakes ride, this sequel brings fresh laughs, fierce rivalries, and a whole lot of heart. Happy Gilmore Returns, streaming exclusively on Netflix, July 25, 2025.
Trigger Season 1 (Series)
Action/Crime/Thriller | 18 | Korean
When guns suddenly flood the streets of South Korea—a country once nearly gun-free—chaos erupts. In this gripping Korean action-thriller, two determined men race against time to uncover the source of the illegal weapons and stop a nation from spiralling into violence.
Trigger stars Kim Nam-gil and Kim Young-kwang in a high-stakes battle for justice, streaming exclusively on Netflix, July 25, 2025. Don’t miss this intense Korean series, set to capture global attention.
UNTAMED Season 1
Crime/Drama/Mystery | 16
In the unforgiving wilds where nature reigns supreme, one man is tasked with upholding human law against primal chaos. Untamed is a gripping, character-driven mystery-thriller that follows Kyle Turner, a seasoned special agent with the National Parks Service. When a gruesome death shatters the serenity of a remote national park, Turner’s investigation pulls him deep into a tangled web of secrets, both hidden in the wilderness and buried in his past.
Starring Sam Neill, Eric Bana, and Rosemarie DeWitt, Untamed is streaming exclusively on Netflix on July 17, 2025.
Madea’s Destination Wedding
Comedy | 12
Brian and his ex-wife Debrah are stunned when their daughter Tiffany announces her engagement to a rapper she met on a yacht—with the wedding just two weeks away. Madea and her crew head to the Bahamas, bringing their signature chaos and heartwarming humor. But as tensions rise, Tiffany begins to doubt her fiancé Zavier, while her mother’s strange behavior sparks suspicion about the wedding’s true purpose.
Directed and written by Tyler Perry, Madea’s Destination Wedding stars Tyler Perry, Cassi Davis, and David Mann. Don’t miss it on Netflix, July 11, 2025.
