8 New Netflix Original Movies You Seriously Can't Miss This August

Updated on July 22, 2021 at 4:25 PM

Looking for a good excuse to stay inside and beat the heat this August? Lucky for you, Netflix has your back. The streaming service just released the titles of all the new films dropping in August, which include the highly anticipated third movie in the Kissing Booth franchise, a Jason Momoa-led action flick, a gender-swapped remake of She's All That starring Addison Rae, and a thriller set in Greece with John David Washington, among others. With titles from Italy, Brazil, France, and here in the US, here's what you should know about these forthcoming Netflix originals before they debut this month.

The Swarm

What happens when a single mother decides to start breeding locusts as a high-protein food source, only to find out they have an appetite for blood? That's the premise of this French horror movie, and it's as freaky as it sounds.

When it's available: Aug. 6

Vivo

Featuring songs written and performed by Lin-Manuel Miranda, this sweet animated flick follows a kinkajou as he sets off on a journey to perform a love song for an old friend. With stars Gloria Estefan, Zoe Saldana, Juan de Marcos, and more, Vivo is certainly a film you don't want to miss.

When it's available: Aug. 6

The Kissing Booth 3

The final entry in the Kissing Booth trilogy follows Elle Evans during her final summer before college as she wavers between two tough choices: joining her boyfriend at Harvard or enrolling at Berkeley with her best friend (who also happens to be her boyfriend's brother).

When it's available: Aug. 11

Beckett

John David Washington and Alicia Vikander star as a couple on vacation in Greece in this thriller. During their getaway, the duo unexpectedly fall victim to a violent conspiracy that has devastating consequences.

When it's available: Aug. 13

Out of My League

Based on a novel by Eleonora Gaggero, this Italian rom-com tells the story of Marta, an awkward yet charming young woman with a rare genetic disorder who decides she's ready to find love.

When it's available: Aug. 18

The Secret Diary of an Exchange Student

Two besties from Brazil embark on an adventure abroad in America as exchange students in this cute Brazilian comedy.

When it's available: Aug. 18

Sweet Girl

This action-thriller stars Jason Momoa as Cooper, a grieving man who vows to avenge his wife's death while simultaneously protecting his daughter (played by Isabela Merced) from harm.

When it's available: Aug. 20

He's All That

In this gender-swapped remake of 1999's She's All That, a popular high schooler (played by TikTok star Addison Rae) attempts to give a dorky classmate (played by Cobra Kai's Tanner Buchanan) a transformative makeover.

When it's available: Aug. 27