See what's coming to Apple TV+ in August 2025
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August is here, and with it comes new video streaming content from Apple . The new series War Chief promises epic tales, while the sequels to Platonic Love, Invasion and, in addition to the animations, Serene: The Zen Panda e Island of Shapes promise to liven up subscribers' screens. Check out more details about all the Apple TV+ releases in August 2025 Right below!
Series
War Chief (Season 1) (01/08)
Original: Chief of War
The new nine-episode series that premieres on Apple TV+ in 2025, War Chief (Chief of War), tells the story, based on true events, of the colonization and unification of the Hawaiian Islands that took place in the late 18th century. An epic, thrilling, and unprecedented adventure, filmed on the Hawaiian Islands and told from the perspective of the indigenous people, whose leading role will be played by the actor Jason Momoa (See, Aquaman), who plays the warrior Ka'iana.
Passionately created by Momoa e Thomas Pa'a Sibbett (The Last Hunt, Mountain Danger), both of Hawaiian origin, the series War Chief also stands out for its cast composed of Polynesian actors mostly:
- Benjamin Hoetjes (10X10: The Captivity, The Choices of Love);
- Brandon Finn (Central valley, Passenger);
- Cliff Curtis (Meg Shark, Training Day);
- James Udom (Macbeth's Tragedy, Judas and the Black Messiah);
- Kaina Makua (Haututu Hunters);
- Luciane Buchanan (The Night Agent, The New Adventures of Monkey);
- Mainei Kinimaka (The Last Hunt, Ka Pō);
- Moses Goods (NCIS: Hawaii, Stones);
- Siua Ikale'o (In a Neighboring Neighborhood, The Green Bandits);
- Te Ao o Hinepehinga (Head up, break water);
- Te Kohe Tuhaka (Great White Shark, Love and Monsters);
- Temuera Morrison (Love and Fury, Star Wars: Attack of the Clones).
The weekly series, which will have its first two episodes shown on its premiere, is produced by Chernin Entertainment e FIFTH SEASON, in addition to featuring the opening theme composed by Hans Zimmer (Interstellar, The Lion King), who also co-produces the soundtrack alongside James Everingham (The Blue Angels, Frozen Planet II).
Platonic Love (Season 2) (06/08)
Original: Platonic
Arriving at Apple TV+ in August with 10 more half-hour episodes, the second season of the comedy series Platonic Love (Platonic) promete new challenges for the duo of protagonists Seth Rogen (The Studio, Holding the Forks) e Rose Byrne (Physical, Damages), who play best friends Will e Sylvia respectively.
The series follows the duo, approaching middle age, as they forge a boundless friendship after spending time apart. This time, themes of marriage, work, and crisis will be highlighted, with each trying to help the other at many moments, but also finding themselves at odds.
Directed by Nick Stoller (Vizinhos, Dora and the Lost City) e Francesca Delbanco (Friends from College, Ask Me Anything: A Novel), the second season of Platonic Love also brings the actors Aidy bryant (shrill, Love sick), Andrew Lopez (It Won't Work, Jo Koy: In His Elements), Beck bennett (Greener grass, The Out of the Ball), Carla Gallo (Bones, Carnivale), Kyle mooney (Y2K: The Millennium Bug, The Adventures of Brigsby Bear), Luke macfarlane (BROS – A Love Story, Notes of Autumn) to Tre Hale (Love and Monsters, O Lucy!).
Invasion (Season 3) (August 22)
Original: Invasion
Invasion (Invasion), the science fiction series that follows an alien invasion around the world, arrives in its third season. With diverse perspectives on different continents, the series will show, for the first time, the clash of visions based on a collaborative mission between the protagonists involving the infiltration of the alien mothership.
Aiming to save humanity, and after the enemy race emerges supreme throughout the world, we will have new relationships between the heroes and all the experience being used to result in the best possible ending to the plot.
The series, acclaimed for the beauty and mystery surrounding an alien invasion, is produced by Simon kinberg (X-Men: First Class, Dead Pool) to David Weil (The hunt, Citadel), in addition to having an all-star cast, which consists of (including additions to the third season):
- Billy Barratt (Kraven: The Hunter, The Crater);
- Enver Gjokaj (agent Carter, Dollhouse);
- Erika alexander (An American History, living single);
- Golshifteh Farahani (Rescue, Web of Lies);
- India Brown (That Christmas, worzel gummidge);
- Shamier anderson (Awake, Wound);
- Shane Zaza (Behind the Beautiful Forevers, Behind the News);
- Shioli Kutsuna (Sumo Sanctuary, Mystery in the Mediterranean).
child and family
Sereno: The Zen Panda (Season 4) (01/08)
Original: Stillwater
Arriving at Apple TV in August 2025, the fourth season of Serene: The Zen Panda (Stillwater) will bring many adventures and stories of friendship to the wise panda Serene and their neighbors, the brothers Addy, Karl e Michael. Facing everyday challenges, many of which seem impossible at times, the protagonists of this animated children's and family series receive advice and teachings from Serene, which presents them with a new perspective and understanding of the world and everyone around them. These examples are presented in a lighthearted and humorous way by the panda, establishing deep connections between feelings and the tools used to help in everyday life.
Throughout the episodes of this inspiring series, breathing exercises, mindfulness practices, and other exercises based on achieving inner peace through simple, everyday tasks are presented.
Serene: The Zen Panda its production is done in collaboration with the specialist in intention and collaboration Mallika Chopra (Buddha and the Rose, Just be) and is based on the book series by Jon J. Muth (The Three Questions, Zen Shorts).
Snoopy Presents: A Summer Musical (15/08)
Original: Snoopy Presents: A Summer Musical
Celebrating the franchise's 75th anniversary Snoopy, in this new boom in musicals — the first in the series’ 35-year existence —, Charlie Brown and his friends will experience exciting adventures at camp. It's a fun journey into the magical world of summer camp, filled with music, reunions, and fun times, and will teach them about the importance of preserving what we love most.
The event is made even more special by the fact that it may be the characters' last chance to camp at this location, as it is in danger of closing due to the dwindling number of campers in the area. Fearing this might happen, especially in a place that meant so much to him, Charlie Brown, together with Sally — who has never been camping before and doesn't see much fun in the tradition — and his friends, will do everything they can to make the event special, while also helping other children create memories there.
Parallel to this, Snoopy e Woodstock will discover a treasure map nearby, which will lead them to the long-awaited chest, filled not with riches, but with photos and instruments belonging to past concerts held at the camp. Disappointment will come in the form of an idea upon reaching Charlie Brown, who will use the artifacts found to put on a unique and fun show, thus saving the camp.
With release postponed to August 15th (previously announced for July 18), Snoopy Presents: A Summer Musical brings 40 minutes of duration in a special made by Peanuts e WildBrain and brings together original songs from renowned artists Jeff morrow e Ben Folds.
Shape Island (Season 2) (August 29)
Original: Shape Island
Showing that friendship can take many forms, the series made in stop motion Island of Shapes (Shape Island) presents its second season with more imaginative, intelligent, and inspiring adventures. Featuring three charismatic, geometrically shaped characters—the courageous Circle, the serious Square and the complicated Triangle —, the animation shows the learning between them, despite their differences, on an enchanting island full of challenges.
This playful and educational series for children and families centers on characters who have fun and strengthen their friendships while searching for answers to various challenges. Expect themes such as color recognition, teamwork, spatial concepts, stimulating creativity, problem-solving, human interaction, and many others. Island of Shapes is based on the literary trilogy Shapes authored by Jon Klassen (I Want My Hat Back, This hat is not mine) to Mac Barnett (The First Cat in Space Ate Pizza: A Graphic Novel, The Wolf, the Duck, and the Mouse).
* The dates of Apple TV+ releases in August 2025 may be changed at any time by the streaming operator.
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Sources: Apple , Apple TV +, Apple TV+ Press, Vital Thrills, intecstorebr.
Reviewed by Victor Pacheco on 30/07/2025.
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