The race for new streaming titles shows no signs of slowing: Summer 2026 continually brings intriguing new releases for fans of TV series. Specifically this week, from August 17 to 23, 2026, there are notable additions such as the fifth and final season of Outer Banks or the debut of Atomic on NOW. Below are all the TV series premiering this week across the main streaming platforms like NOW, Prime Video, Netflix, Paramount+, Disney+, HBO Max, and Apple TV.
Netflix Series
Outer Banks 5
On Netflix returns the fifth and final installment of Outer Banks. The fifth season is available to stream from August 20, 2026 and will bring the Pogues’ adventure to a definitive close after JJ’s death occurred in the previous season. Far from home and shaken by that tragic loss, the main characters will face the most important challenge of their lives. With a cast led by Chase Stokes and Madelyn Cline, the fifth season of Outer Banks is set to bid farewell to Netflix’s audience once and for all.
A Blood Sacrifice
The Swedish thriller series A Blood Sacrifice debuts on Netflix from August 20, 2026. Comprising five episodes and conceived by George Kay, it follows lead investigator Thomas as he is forced to seek help from retired detective Alfred, his father, to solve a series of brutal murders that have targeted Stockholm’s police force.
New Series on Paramount+
Average Joe: An Ordinary Man
On Paramount+ from August 19, 2026 is available Average Joe: An Ordinary Man, a TV series about Joe Washington, a quiet, ordinary man who discovers a crucial secret about his recently deceased father: his life changes forever as he finds himself in the crosshairs of police, criminals, and dangerous enemies, forced to protect his family and himself. Created by Robb Cullen, the thriller stars Deon Cole, Tammy Townsend and .
TV Series This Week on NOW
Atomic
Entitled Atomic, the new action-thriller series arriving on NOW from August 20, 2026. Starring Alfie Allen, Shazad Latif and Samira Wiley, produced by Pulse Films in collaboration with Sky Studios, Atomic is a creation by Gregory Burke and is inspired by the volume The Atomic Bazaar by journalist William Langewiesche, a story that intertwines action, suspense and twists. The protagonist is Max, a smuggler who crosses paths with a fugitive stranger, JJ, with whom he forms an unlikely friendship. Together they embark on a chaotic and high-risk mission.
Disney+ News
Lion
On Disney+ from August 20, 2026 is available Lion, a National Geographic series consisting of four episodes that follows the extraordinary journey of a lion cub destined to become king. Produced by Jon Favreau, director of The Lion King, and Mike Gunton, what is presented is based on a true story following four years in the life of a lion cub named Kio.
September 11: Intertwined Destinies
The National Geographic docuseries September 11: Intertwined Destinies is also available on Disney+ from August 22, 2026, recounting the tragic events of September 11, 2001 by weaving the day’s chronology with stories of humanity and courage, exploring deep bonds born from the chaos and pain of the tragedy.
TV Series on HBO Max
Lanterns
Set in the DCU and conceived by Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof and Tom King, Lanterns is available to stream on HBO Max from August 17, 2026, and tells the story of the Green Lanterns, intergalactic heroes who wear rings that grant them extraordinary powers. Specifically, the series centers on the seasoned Lantern and the new recruit John Stewart as they investigate a mystery on Earth. The first season comprises eight episodes.
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