9 Most Anticipated TV Series Premieres of August 2025

August 2025 is heating up with one of the most powerful lineups of TV premieres in recent memory. From historical epics and multiverse adventures to sci-fi wars and animated legends, streaming platforms are pulling no punches this summer. Here’s your guide to the nine biggest shows premiering this month.

1. Chief of War – Apple TV+, August 1

Starring and co-created by Jason Momoa, Chief of War is a sweeping historical drama set in late 18th-century Hawaii. The series follows Kaʻiana, a real-life warrior who attempts to unify the Hawaiian islands amid the threat of European colonization.

Expect grand-scale battles, deep cultural themes, and a soundtrack composed by Hans Zimmer. With a predominantly Polynesian cast and stunning location shoots, this project promises authenticity, beauty, and gravitas.

2. King of the Hill – Season 14 – Hulu, August 4

Fifteen years after its original finale, King of the Hill returns with its iconic humor and grounded storytelling. The Hill family is back in Arlen, Texas. Hank and Peggy are retired, while Bobby – now in his twenties – is pursuing a culinary career in Dallas.

The new season keeps its satirical edge, gently poking at modern life while staying true to its heartfelt core. With nearly the entire original voice cast returning, it’s a nostalgic return for longtime fans.

3. Wednesday – Season 2, Part 1 – Netflix, August 6

The dark and quirky Wednesday is back. After the massive success of Season 1, Jenna Ortega returns both as star and executive producer. Season 2 raises the stakes: visions grow darker, a mysterious stalker lurks, and Nevermore Academy is more dangerous than ever.

With less romance and more horror, this season leans into gothic themes and psychological suspense, promising a deeper and more mature evolution of Wednesday Addams’ story.

4. Alien: Earth – FX/Hulu, August 12

The Alien franchise comes to Earth for the first time in this prequel series set in 2120, two years before Ridley Scott’s original film. An exploratory ship crash-lands, bringing with it deadly cargo — and not just Xenomorphs.

Showrunner Noah Hawley expands the mythology with new alien species and a focus on AI ethics and class warfare. Combining tense horror with social commentary, Alien: Earth is poised to become a new sci-fi classic.

5. Butterfly – Prime Video, August 13

This high-stakes thriller follows David Jung, a former intelligence agent hiding in South Korea. His past catches up when he’s tracked by Rebecca — a lethal assassin raised by the same agency. The twist? She’s his daughter, who believed him long dead.

Blending graphic novel aesthetics with emotional storytelling, Butterfly dives deep into themes of betrayal, identity, and redemption, all set against the neon-lit backdrop of Seoul.

6. Peacemaker – Season 2 – Max, August 21

The fan-favorite antihero Christopher Smith returns with more mayhem, inappropriate jokes, and complex emotional arcs. Season 2 ties directly into the new DC Universe being built by James Gunn, serving as a narrative bridge between eras.

Still packed with satire, violence, and unexpected heart, Peacemaker remains one of DC’s boldest and most entertaining projects. This season promises an even bigger mission, with higher stakes and deeper character development.

7. Invasion – Season 3 – Apple TV+, August 22

After two seasons of slow-burning global storytelling, Invasion enters its most explosive phase. Humanity is no longer just observing the alien threat — it’s fighting back.

The season sees survivor groups uniting and mounting a global resistance, with epic battle sequences and emotional reckonings. Showrunner Simon Kinberg calls it “the show’s most intense chapter yet.”

8. Eyes of Wakanda – Disney+, August 27

This animated anthology explores untold stories from Wakanda’s rich history — before T’Challa’s reign. Focusing on warriors, spies, and legends across different eras, Eyes of Wakanda blends multiple genres, from espionage thrillers to ancient myth.

Each episode offers a new tone and timeframe, allowing the Marvel universe to deepen its lore while spotlighting characters beyond the royal lineage. Expect stunning animation and meaningful cultural commentary.

9. The Terminal List: Dark Wolf – Prime Video, August 27

A gritty prequel to The Terminal List, Dark Wolf dives into the origin story of Ben Edwards — the loyal friend turned antagonist. We follow his transformation from Navy SEAL to CIA operative and explore the mission that altered his path forever.

Expect tactical realism, psychological intensity, and emotional storytelling. Taylor Kitsch returns in the lead role, with critics already praising his performance as his most layered yet.

🔥 August Streaming Overview

👀 Final Thoughts

This August is packed with bold returns and exciting debuts. Whether you’re into dark comedy, historical sagas, alien warfare, or emotional thrillers — there’s something for every kind of viewer. Make sure your streaming subscriptions are ready.