5 new Apple TV+ shows you should stream in August 2025
Chief of War is the next big Apple TV+ original series
· TechRadarNews By Rowan Davies published 1 August 2025
The miniseries Chief of War is among the new shows arriving on Apple TV+ (Image credit: Apple TV+)
There's always something exciting going on over at Apple TV+, whether that's a new movie release like the upcoming crime-thriller Highest 2 Lowest directed by Spike Lee (it's in cinemas on August 22 and will land on Apple TV+ on September 5), or its lineup of fresh shows for August.
There are five new Apple TV+ titles to look forward to, including returning shows Platonic and Invasion. However, it's the new historical miniseries Chief of War starring Jason Momoa, the first two episodes of which will be released on August 1, that stands out among this month's new arrivals.
Apple TV+ is reliably one of the best streaming services – especially if you're a fan of original movies and shows – and below are our five picks of the next big titles arriving on the platform.
Chief of War (miniseries)
Chief of War — Official Trailer | Apple TV+ - YouTube
Age rating: TV-MA
Creators: Thomas Paʻa Sibbett & Jason Momoa
Arriving on: August 1
As well as starring in Chief of War, Jason Mamoa is heavily involved off-screen, as he's one of the show's creators and executive producers.
Set at the turn of the 19th century, over the course of nine episodes Chief of War chronicles the true story of Hawaiian noble Ka'iana (Mamoa), who embarks on a bloody mission to unite four war-torn Hawaiian kingdom, and prevent his people and culture from being colonized.
Platonic season 2
Platonic — Season 2 Official Trailer | Apple TV+ - YouTube
Age rating: TV-MA
Creators: Francesca Delbanco & Nicholas Stoller
Arriving on: August 6
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