Listed below are the 8 must-watch TV reveals for August

August is usually a sluggish TV month, and the continuing actors and writers strikes has compelled some networks to shuffle their schedules.

Even the 2023 Emmys have even been postponed, presumably till early subsequent 12 months. 

Nonetheless, amidst the chaos, the present should go on, and there are nonetheless many TV choices on faucet for the sultry lengthy days of summer time

From a brand new status TV thriller sequence to a star-studded cooking present, an LGBT rom-com and a brand new actuality courting sequence, August gives one thing for viewers of all ages.

Right here’s your helpful information.

“The Misplaced Flowers of Alice Hart”

Sigourney Weaver stars in a household drama miniseries based mostly on a e-book of the identical identify. The story arc spans a long time and follows an orphaned woman (Alicia Debnam-Carey, “Worry the Strolling Useless”) with a troubled previous who should transfer in together with her grandmother, who lives on a flower farm. 

Premieres: Aug. 4 on Prime Video. 

“Painkiller”

This drama stars Uzo Aduba, Matthew Broderick and Taylor Kitsch. It’s a scripted restricted sequence based mostly on the actual origins and aftermath of the opioid disaster — and particularly on the individuals associated to the invention of OxyContin and the Sackler household.

Premieres: Aug. 10 on Netflix. 

“Crimson White & Royal Blue”

This film is predicated on a bestselling novel of the identical identify. It’s a homosexual rom-com a few British Prince (Nicholas Galitzine) who falls in love with the American President’s (Uma Thurman) son, Alex (Taylor Zakhar Perez) — producing quite a lot of worldwide scandals. 

Premiere date: Aug. 11 on Prime Video. 

“Males in Kilts: A Highway Journey with Sam and Graham”

The primary season of this actuality journey sequence adopted “Outlander” stars Sam Heughan and Graham McTavish as they explored their native Scotland by a highway journey. This season season sees the duo exploring New Zealand. 

Premiere date: Aug. 11 on Starz (9:30 p.m.). 

“Kings Of BBQ” 

On this actuality meals sequence, Anthony Anderson and Cedric the Entertainer journey throughout America to find the most effective methods, flavors and traditions in barbeque cooking. 

Premiere date: Aug. 12 on A&E ( 9 p.m.) 

“The Love Experiment”

A actuality courting sequence meant to mimic the expertise of courting apps. It is going to observe three single greatest mates as they enter a “corridor” of 24 eligible males and understand that having so many decisions is more durable than it seems.

Premiere date: Aug. 15 on MTV (10 p.m.) 

“Snoopy Presents: One-of-a-Variety Marcie”

Within the latest addition to the Peanuts world that includes Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the gang, this animated particular follows introverted Marcie, (Peppermint Patty’s buddy, voiced by Arianna McDonald) as she is unexpectedly elected class president. 

Premiere date: Aug. 18 on AppleTV+.

“The Winter King”

This historic drama is a re-telling of the King Arthur legend, set within the fifth century, lengthy earlier than Britain was united. It’s about Arthur Pendragon (Iain De Caestecker, “Brokers of S.H.I.E.L.D”)  as he evolves from outcast to warrior and legendary chief. 

Premiere date: Aug. 20 on MGM+ (9 p.m.)