Every TV Show Leaving Netflix in August 2026

Streaming licenses are set to expire regularly, resulting in various television series leaving the platform at the end of each monthly cycle. Several notable titles across comedy, science fiction, and international drama are scheduled to depart from Netflix at the end of August heading into September 2026. Subscribers looking to finish entire seasons or revisit their favorite episodes should do so before the final viewing window closes. The following television series are officially slated to exit the streaming library.

‘Crashing’ (2016)

Created by and starring Phoebe Waller-Bridge, ‘Crashing’ follows six twenty-somethings navigating personal drama and romantic entanglements while living as property guardians in a decommissioned hospital. This British comedy-drama delves into the chaotic interactions among long-time acquaintances, new residents, and eccentric companions sharing a communal space. The ensemble cast includes Jonathan Bailey, Julie Dray, Louise Ford, Damien Molony, and Amit Shah alongside Waller-Bridge. All six episodes of the series will officially leave Netflix on August 31, 2026.

‘Orphan Black’ (2013–2017)

‘Orphan Black’ centers on Sarah Manning, an outsider who witnesses the suicide of a woman who looks just like her and uncovers a massive cloning conspiracy. Tatiana Maslany portrays multiple distinct clone characters throughout the five-season run, earning widespread critical acclaim and a Primetime Emmy Award for her performance. As Sarah connects with her clone sisters, they must battle against scientific factions, religious extremists, and shadowy corporations to secure their freedom. The complete series departs from the streaming catalog on August 31, 2026.

‘Black Lightning’ (2018–2021)

Developed by Salim Akil, ‘Black Lightning’ follows Jefferson Pierce, a high school principal and retired superhero endowed with electrical manipulation abilities. Pierce is drawn back into vigilantism when street gangs and institutional corruption threaten his family and the community of Freeland. This DC Comics television adaptation stars Cress Williams in the titular role alongside Nafessa Williams, China Anne McClain, and Christine Adams. Viewers have until August 31, 2026, to stream all four seasons of the superhero drama before its removal.

‘A Boy Named Flora A’ (2017)

‘A Boy Named Flora A’ is a Taiwanese drama series adapted from Yang Fu-min’s literature and directed by Chu Yu-ning. The story follows Cheng Hua-jia, a young man who returns to his rural village after his grandmother falls critically ill, leading to unexpected family reckonings. Musician and actor Crowd Lu stars in the lead role, delivering a performance that garnered major accolades at the Golden Bell Awards. The seven-episode television drama will officially conclude its run on the service on August 31, 2026.

Which of these departing television shows do you plan on watching before their time is up, and what will you miss seeing in the catalog the most? Share your thoughts in the comments.