5 of the Best TV Series to Watch in August

AUGUST TV SERIES5 of the Best TV Series to Watch in August

From Ahsoka, to Only Murders in the Building and One Piece, here are 5 TV series to add to your must-watch list for August:

*Rosario Dawson stars as Ahsoka, a once trainee of Darth Vader. | Credit: Disney Plus*

1. Ahsoka

Rosario Dawson takes center stage as the renegade Jedi Ahsoka in this highly-anticipated new series, expanding the Star Wars universe to connect with The Mandalorian, Star Wars: Rebels, and Clone Wars animated series. Ahsoka, once a trainee of Darth Vader (Anakin Skywalker), embarks on a quest to find Grand Admiral Thrawn, who vanished with Jedi-in-training Ezra Bridger at the end of Rebels. With hopes to capture the essence of The Mandalorian and Andor, fans are eagerly awaiting the premiere of this thrilling series.

Premieres on Disney Plus on 23 August.

*Rose Byrne returns to Apple TV Plus in the final season of the dark comedy Physical. | Credit: Apple TV Plus*

2. Physical (Season 3)

Rose Byrne returns to Apple TV Plus in the final season of the dark comedy Physical. As exercise guru Sheila rises from her recovery, she faces fierce competition from Zoey Deschanel’s character, Kelly Kilmartin, who threatens to take the crown Sheila believed was rightfully hers. Expect spiraling emotions, anxiety, and an array of fabulous ’80s outfits as this captivating season unfolds.

Premieres on Apple TV Plus on 02 August.

*Steve Martin, Selena Gomez, and Martin Short find themselves entangled in a theater-themed murder mystery at the Arconia in latest season. | Credit: Hulu*

3. Only Murders in the Building (Season 3)

Only Murders in the Building continues its star-studded run with Paul Rudd and Meryl Streep joining the cast. Steve Martin, Selena Gomez, and Martin Short find themselves entangled in a theater-themed murder mystery at the Arconia. As they navigate the web of suspects and motives, this delightful comedy-drama promises plenty of celebrity cameos and twists.

Catch the premiere on Hulu on 08 August.

*Damian Lewis reenters the scene as Axe after exile in Switzerland. | Credit: Paramount Plus*

4. Billions (Season 7)

The fiery financial drama Billions returns for its final season, bringing back Damian Lewis as Axe after his exile in Switzerland. As he reenters the scene, Axe finds himself facing formidable opponents, including Chuck Rhoades (Paul Giamatti) and Mike Prince (Corey Stoll). With tensions and power plays escalating, expect an explosive showdown as the series concludes.

Premieres on Showtime and Paramount Plus on 13 August.

This anticipated series follows Monkey D. Luffy, played by Iñaki Godoy, a pirate captain with mystical abilities leading a quest to find the legendary treasure known as the “One Piece.” | Credit: Netflix

5. One Piece

The beloved manga One Piece finally gets a live-action adaptation on Netflix. The thrilling series follows Monkey D. Luffy, played by Iñaki Godoy, a pirate captain with mystical abilities leading the Straw Hat Pirates on a quest to find the legendary treasure known as the “One Piece.” Netflix’s six-year-long project promises to deliver an exciting and highly-anticipated TV show, set to premiere on 31 August, captivating fans worldwide.

Premieres on Netflix on 31 August.