As the final stretch of summer rolls in, She Watches is here to keep your screen time sizzling. Whether you’re craving nostalgic rom-com sequels, epic historical sagas, dark thrillers, or book-to-screen favorites that feel like a good novel come to life, this month has something for every kind of watcher. From cozy mysteries to high-stakes action and a few surprises in between, here’s everything we’re watching (and loving) this August.

TV

Chief of War

Chief of War tells the powerful true story of Hawai‘i’s unification in the late 18th century through an Indigenous lens. Created by Jason Momoa and Thomas Pa’a Sibbett, this visually stunning series is perfect for book lovers drawn to epic historical fiction with rich character depth and cultural significance. With a mostly Polynesian cast and a score by Hans Zimmer, it’s now streaming on Apple TV+.

Outlander: Blood of My Blood

Get ready to fall in love all over again with a new chapter in the Outlander universe. Outlander: Blood of My Blood weaves together two star-crossed romances across time, from the trenches of World War I to the wild beauty of 18th century Scotland. Premiering August 8 on STARZ, this sweeping prequel is filled with passion, fate, and the roots of a legendary love story.

The Terminal List: Dark Wolf

Taylor Kitsch returns as Ben Edwards in The Terminal List: Dark Wolf, streaming August 27 on Prime Video. Based on the book by Jack Carr, this gripping prequel explores Ben’s covert past and the events that set the stage for The Terminal List. A must-watch for fans of action, espionage, and character-driven thrillers.

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Wednesday: Season 2

Get ready for another semester of strange! Our girl Wednesday, everyone’s favorite gothic heroine, is back with Season 2. With new secrets, supernatural twists, and even darker humor, our favorite Addams is back to stir up more trouble at Nevermore. Part 1 drops August 6, with Part 2 haunting Netflix on September 3.

Movies

The Thursday Murder Club

Based on Richard Osman’s beloved bestselling novel, this cozy mystery follows four spirited retirees who normally solve cold cases for fun, that is until a real murder lands in their laps. Perfect for fans of lighthearted whodunits, it delivers intrigue without the intensity. A charming, clever mystery that proves you’re never too old to stir up a little trouble.

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The Map That Leads to You

The Map That Leads to You takes you on a one-way trip to unexpected romance, premiering August 20. Heather’s carefully planned future is thrown off course when a spontaneous connection with Jack turns into something deeper during a summer in Europe. Based on the beloved novel by J.P. Monninger, this love story is full of heart, wanderlust, and life-changing choices. 

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My Oxford Year

My Oxford Year follows Anna (Sofia Carson), a driven American student who arrives at Oxford with her future perfectly planned. But when she meets a witty and magnetic local (Corey Mylchreest), their unexpected connection begins to rewrite everything she thought she wanted. This heartfelt romance, based on the bestselling novel, premieres on Netflix.

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The Naked Gun

 Lt. Frank Drebin Jr. is on the case, and justice has never looked more chaotic or charming. Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson’s unexpectedly sweet press tour chemistry is giving serious “opposites attract” energy, like a favorite rom-com wrapped in a cop spoof. The Naked Gun crashes into theaters August 1, and if the trailer doesn’t make you laugh, their interviews just might make you believe in love again.

She Rides Shotgun

Fresh out of prison and marked for death, a hardened ex-con must protect the daughter he barely knows from the violent world closing in around them. With a corrupt sheriff and a ruthless gang leader on their trail, survival means trusting each other—and learning fast. She Rides Shotgun, based on the acclaimed novel by Jordan Harper, hits theaters early August.

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Weapons

Spooky season is creeping up early, and Weapons is here to set the tone. From Zach Cregger, the twisted mind behind Barbarian, comes a chilling new thriller about a small town shaken when an entire class of children vanishes—except one. With a stacked cast led by Josh Brolin and Julia Garner, Weapons hits theaters and IMAX August 8.

Eden

In Eden, a group seeking paradise on a remote island quickly discovers the real danger is each other. Directed by Ron Howard and starring Jude Law, Ana de Armas, and Sydney Sweeney, this true story unfolds like a dark, character-driven novel come to life. In theaters August 22.

Freakier Friday

I couldn’t finish this list without adding this nostalgic treasure—Freaky Friday is getting freakier. The new sequel brings back Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan for another chaotic mother-daughter body-swap, now with grown-up stakes and fresh twists. Early 2000s heartthrobs like Chad Michael Murray and Lindsay Lohan make this a must-watch for every millennial who still quotes the original.