Canadian-born reporter and editor Adam Symchuk has been writing on the topic of film, TV, and literature for over a decade. Starting with an emphasis on Asian film, literature and manga, his love of interntional cinema set the groundwork for decades of obsession with film.
Disney+ and Hulu are coming in strong this August, led by the newest season of one of TV comedy’s most beloved series and joined by plenty of great movies and shows. On the new series front, keep an eye out for Disney+’s expanding K-drama selection, with two seasons of action comedy being added for the perfect binge-session, plus Hulu’s anticipated streaming debut of FX’s The Shards. For film, you can expect a few notable franchises added to the streaming library they will want to revisit, alongside the long-awaited director’s cut of The X-Files: I Want to Believe.
To help you navigate the new releases on Hulu and Disney+, I’ve picked a few series that may have flown under your radar this month. After that, you will find a list of the major new and returning TV series and movies, plus a complete rundown of everything coming to streaming and when it will be available.
MovieWeb Staff Picks for What’s New to Disney+ and Hulu in August 2026
- Jurassic Park (1993) – Hulu – August 1: Steven Spielberg’s dinosaur landmark remains a high-water mark for blockbuster filmmaking and practical effects. It is a film that never gets old and can be watched in its entirety or as background while you go about your day. Its arrival on Hulu is another reason to revisit Jurassic Park.
- Flex X Cop (seasons 1 and 2) – Disney+ – August 7: A hugely entertaining Korean action-comedy, Flex X Cop follows Jin I-soo (Ahn Bo-hyun), a spoiled chaebol heir who becomes a violent-crimes detective on a whim but slowly begins to embrace the role. Flex X Cop delivers a rare balance of slick action, sharp comedy, and genuine mystery. If K-dramas are your go-to, this is a perfect binge, as both seasons drop at the same time on Disney+.
- The X-Files: I Want to Believe Director’s Cut (2026) – Hulu – August 14: Chris Carter’s long-teased director’s cut of the often maligned 2008 feature is finally here after years of discussion among fans. This cut is said to restore the darker, scarier horror elements he was forced to strip out for a PG-13 rating. For long-time fans of X-Files, this is the most exciting addition to streaming this month; let’s hope it lives up to the hype.
Major New Disney+ and Hulu Originals & Returning Series In August 2026
- Untitled Home Invasion Romance (2026) – Hulu – August 1: Jason Biggs makes his directorial debut with this pitch-black comedy-thriller. Biggs stars as a struggling actor who stages a fake home invasion to win back his wife (Meaghan Rath), only for the ruse to spiral into a real murder investigation. Anna Konkle, Justin H. Min, and Arturo Castro co-star.
- Futurama (season 14) – Hulu – August 3: The Planet Express crew returns for its 14th season. The long-running animated comedy, revived and still going strong, continues to deliver its signature blend of absurdist humor, sharp parody, and surprising heart.
- FX’s The Shards (season 1) – Hulu – August 5: There is a lot to be excited for The Shards, with the new series coming off an adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis’ acclaimed 2023 novel with Ryan Murphy acting as showrunner. A murder mystery with an emphasis on murder and a sleek 80s aesthetic, The Shards could turn out to be the sleeper hit of August.
- Star Wars: Visions Presents – The Ninth Jedi – Disney+ & Hulu – August 5: The first entry under the new Star Wars: Visions Presents banner, this eight-episode anime series from Production I.G expands the fan-favorite short into a full-length adventure. Picking up after the original Visions episodes, the story follows Lah Kara and her ragtag crew of rookie Jedi as they seek out worthy allies to stand against an increasingly powerful warlord.
- FX’s It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia (season 18) – Hulu – August 17: The Gang is back, and the raucous comedy remains TV’s longest-running live-action sitcom. Fans know what to expect by this point, and that is exactly what they want; it remains one of Hulu’s best shows, comedy or otherwise.
- FX’s Adults (season 2) – Hulu – August 27: The young-ensemble comedy returns. Following a group of twenty-something friends fumbling their way through adulthood in New York, the show has garnered a cult following. It looks to keep its chaotic, hangout-comedy energy intact for another go-around.
Full Disney+ and Hulu August 2026 Calendar
Every Movie Coming to Disney+ and Hulu in August
August 1
- Cheaper by the Dozen (2003) – Hulu
- Cheaper by the Dozen 2 (2005) – Hulu
- Despicable Me 2 (2013) – Hulu
- Father of the Bride Part II (1995) – Hulu
- Jurassic Park (1993) – Hulu
- Jurassic Park III (2001) – Hulu
- Men in Black (1997) – Hulu
- Men in Black II (2002) – Hulu
- Men in Black 3 (2012) – Hulu
- She’s the Man (2006) – Hulu
- Sonic the Hedgehog (2020) – Hulu
- Tropic Thunder (2008) – Hulu
- Untitled Home Invasion Romance (2026) – Hulu
- Time and Water (documentary) – Disney+ & Hulu
August 14
- The X-Files: I Want to Believe (2008) – Hulu
- The X-Files: I Want to Believe Director’s Cut (2026) – Hulu
August 25
- Venom: The Last Dance (2024) – Disney+
Every TV Show Coming to Disney+ and Hulu in August
August 3
- Futurama (season 14) – Hulu Original
August 4
- Betrayal: Dirty Secrets (season 4) – Hulu Original
August 5
- FX’s The Shards (season 1) – Hulu
- Star Wars: Visions Presents – The Ninth Jedi (limited series) – Disney+ & Hulu
- Wizards Beyond Waverly Place (season 3) – Disney+
August 7
- Flex X Cop (season 1) – All Episodes – Disney+
- Flex X Cop (season 2) – Disney+ & Hulu
- Pokémon: Indigo League (season 1) – Disney+
August 13
- Travis Barker: Louder Than Fear (documentary) – Hulu Original
August 14
August 16
- Disney Princess: The Ultimate Concert Celebration (special) – Disney+
August 17
- FX’s It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia (season 18) – Hulu
August 20
- LION (limited series) – Disney+ & Hulu
August 22
- Big City Greens (season 5) – Disney+
- 9/11 Reunited (limited series) – Disney+ & Hulu
August 24
- MAO (season 1, dubbed) – Hulu
August 27
- FX’s Adults (season 2) – Hulu
Coming in August (No Set Date)
- The Girls: A Khloé Kardashian Project – Hulu Original
