Happy Friday! Do you ever feel like the Netflix algorithm is constantly suggesting the same 10 movies to you (six of which you’ve already seen)? You’re not alone. Luckily, you’ve got the Watch With Us team on your side,

Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, Sofia Carson, and Vanessa Kirby lead the way in movies and specials that are streaming on Netflix in August, so make sure to see them shine in terrific titles

Wednesday season 2 is the week's most notable release, but there are plenty of other new films and TV series to check out.