August 2025: New Shows and Movies on Paramount Plus

It’s hard to believe, but fall is officially around the corner. Enjoy the last weeks of summer and welcome the new season with fresh movies and TV shows coming to Paramount Plus this August.

To kick things off, “The Infernal Machine” starring Guy Pearce as a reclusive author who gets pulled back into the spotlight when he starts receiving cryptic letters from an obsessive fan. If you’re in the mood for something heartwarming, “The Friend” follows Naomi Watts as Iris, a solitary writer whose life changes when she inherits a huge Great Dane from her late mentor, played by Bill Murray. As she forms a bond with the dog, she discovers more about herself and the life she truly desires.

For horror fans, the genre-defining classic “Paranormal Activity” is a must-watch. This found-footage film follows the terrifying events inside a couple’s home after they set up a camera to capture what they believe is a haunting. The escalating terror is bound to send a shiver down your spine.

If you’re ready for more, here are the top picks for what’s new on Paramount Plus in August 2025:

– “The Infernal Machine”: A tense psychological thriller starring Guy Pearce, premiering on August 1.
– “The Friend”: Follow Iris as she bonds with a Great Dane and goes on a journey of self-reflection, premiering on August 25.
– “Paranormal Activity”: Experience chilling paranormal events in this classic horror film, premiering on August 1.

Additionally, there are new shows like “Murder 360” starting on August 5 and “Jersey Shore Family Vacation” on August 6. So, whether you’re into psychological thrillers, heartwarming dramas, or spine-tingling horror, Paramount Plus has something for everyone this August.