'I watch TV for a living. These are the 10 shows and movies not to miss this month.'

August has snuck up on us faster than Emily Cooper could say "Oui" to another Parisian adventure. But let's face it — with this endless chill, who's even keeping track of the months anymore?

While we're all still hibernating under layers of blankets and questioning our life choices every time we brave the icy outdoors, there's a silver lining to this frosty cloud. The streaming gods have gifted us with a treasure trove of binge-worthy content to keep us entertained (and indoors) this month.

So, crank up that heater, don your fluffiest socks, and prepare for a marathon of epic proportions. Here are the top 10 shows and movies you can't miss this August.

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Emily in Paris Season 4.

Emily In Paris, season 4. Image: Netflix.

Bonjour, drama! Our favourite American in Paris, Emily (Lily Collins), is back. Fresh off a tumultuous season finale that saw Emily caught in a web of love triangles and surprise pregnancies, it seems even more intercontinental shenanigans are yet to come!

As always, expect more stunning Parisian backdrops, career chaos, steamy moments, and of course, farshun. 

Stream it on Netflix from August 15.

Chimp Crazy.

Chimp Crazy. Credit: HBO

From the director of Tiger King comes Chimp Crazy, a wild docu-drama that follows Tonia Haddix, the self-proclaimed "Dolly Parton of chimps".

The bananas documentary series, directed by Eric Goode of Tiger King fame, is set to dive into the intense bond between “chimp mums” and their intelligent pets, as Tonia's love for one chimp turns into a thrilling chase with authorities.

You'll laugh, you'll gasp, and you'll definitely think twice about that pet chimp idea...

Stream it on Binge from August 19.

Critical Incident.

Akshay Khanna. Credit: Matchbox Pictures

Critical Incident is a gripping psychological crime thriller that draws from creator Sarah Bassiuoni's real-life experiences as a lawyer in Western Sydney's juvenile justice system. 

Follow Senior Constable Zil Ahmed, played by Polite Society's Akshay Khanna, as his world unravels after a routine patrol goes horribly wrong and leaves an innocent bystander critically injured. 

The show boasts a star-studded supporting cast packed with Aussie talents like Hunter Page-Lochard, Erik Thomson, Roxie Mohebbi, Jai Waetford, Zindzi Okenyo, Jackson Heywood and Simone Kessell fresh from her breakout performance in Yellowjackets.

Stream it on Stan from August 12.

Only Murders in the Building.

Selena Gomez, Steve Martin and Martin Short in Only Murders in the Building. Image: Disney+.

Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez are back with more mystery and more laughs. Our favourite amateur sleuths are investigating new murders in their ever-quirky apartment building. 

This season promises new mysteries, more star-studded cameos, and the same witty banter that made us fall in love with the Arconia's nosiest neighbours. It's like Clue meets Friends, but with more dead bodies, and podcast equipment.

Stream it on Disney Plus.

The Instigators.

The Instigators. Image: Apple TV+

Matt Damon joins Casey Affleck in this heist comedy about a pair of criminals who end up on the run after a job goes south. They're joined by their getaway driver and, oddly enough, a therapist (played by Hong Chau). 

Matt Damon also produced the film alongside bestie (and Casey's brother) Ben Affleck under their production company Artists Equity, and the flick also stars Michael Stuhlbarg, Paul Walter Hauser, Ving Rhames, Alfred Molina, Toby Jones, Jack Harlow and Ron Perlman. 

Stream it on Apple TV+ from August 9.

Umbrella Academy Season 4.

Umbrella Academy. Image: Netflix

Our favourite dysfunctional superhero family is back! The Hargreeves siblings are facing more time-travelling, world-saving shenanigans. Expect quirky humour, mind-bending plot twists, and a killer soundtrack. 

If you thought your family was complicated, wait until you see what this bunch is up to.

Stream it on Netflix from August 8.

FBoy Island Australia Season 2.

Abbie Chatfield. Image: Binge

Reality TV gold! Host, media personality, former Bachelor hopeful and all-round icon Abbie Chatfield returns to guide three women through a sea of potential suitors — half nice guys, half self-proclaimed "FBoys." 

It’s like The Bachelorette meets Love Island with a twist of Punk’d. Drama, laughs, and maybe even some romance await. Maybe.

Stream it on Binge from August 5.

The Rings of Power Season 2.

Rings of Power. Image: Prime Video.

Middle-earth is calling! This epic prequel to The Lord of the Rings dives into the creation of the legendary rings and the rise of Sauron. With stunning visuals and a star-studded cast, it’s like Game of Thrones but set in Tolkien’s magical world.

Look out for newcomers Ciarán Hinds, Rory Kinnear, and Tanya Moodie, who join the cast for the latest season.

Stream it on Prime Video.

Industry Season 3.

Industry. Image: Binge

Get ready to crunch numbers and pop champagne, because Industry is back on August 12. Our favourite morally ambiguous bankers return to Pierpoint & Co, and they're ready to dive into the world of ethical investing (we'll believe it when we see it). 

With Kit Harington joining as a green tech CEO and Sarah Goldberg as a new portfolio manager, expect more high-stakes deals, office drama, and probably a few too many nights at the pub.

Stream it on Binge from August 12.

Bad Monkey.

Bad Monkey. Image: Apple TV+

A dramedy mystery based on Carl Hiaasen’s bestselling novel, Bad Monkey is a fabulous blend of comedy, crime, and chaos that sees Vince Vaughn starring as Andrew Yancy, a former Miami PD detective now working as a health inspector in the Florida Keys who gets entangled in a murder mystery (obviously).

This series boasts a star-studded cast including L. Scott Caldwell, Rob Delaney, Meredith Hagner, Natalie Martinez, Alex Moffat, Michelle Monaghan, Ronald Peet, and Jodie Turner-Smith. 

There'll also be some special guest stars in the form of Zach Braff, Ashley Nicole Black, Scott Glenn, and John Ortiz, with Braff reuniting with Scrubs creator Bill Lawrence, who also brought us Ted Lasso.

Stream it on Apple TV+ from August 14.

Jackpot.

Jackpot. Image: Prime Video

 

Jackpot stars the hilarious Awkwafina as Katie, a struggling actor who scores a winning lottery ticket, along with former WWE legend John Cena as Noel, an amateur jackpot protector. 

Together, they navigate a chaotic day filled with random adversaries and outrageous obstacles. Also in the mix is Simu Liu, who plays Louis Lewis, a rival jackpot protector out for his own cut of the action. If you're looking for a flick that delivers silly shenanigans but won't make you think too much, this is your vibe. 

Stream it on: Prime Video

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