August promises to be an exhilarating ride for streaming enthusiasts across the globe, thanks to a compelling lineup of shows from Sony LIV. We give you a list that is set to premiere on the OTT platform for the coming month and one you shouldn’t miss out on any cost!
War of the Worlds
Adapted by Peter Harness, this visceral thriller delivers a riveting and atmospheric collision of science fiction, period drama, and horror, bringing one of literature’s most notorious foes vividly to life. The show follows George (Rafe Spall) and his partner Amy (Eleanor Tomlinson) as they attempt to start a life together that’s interrupted by a Martian invasion of Earth. The series will release on August 7.
World on Fire
Penned by multi-award-winning writer Peter Bowker, World On Fire is a heart-stopping, multi-stranded drama telling the story of World War II through the lives of ordinary people from all sides of this global conflict. It traces the intertwining fates of relatable, vividly drawn characters from Britain, Poland, France, Germany and the United States as they grapple with the effect of the war on their everyday lives. The series features a stellar ensemble cast including Academy Award winner Helen Hunt, Emmy and BAFTA-winner Sean Bean, and Academy Award nominated and Olivier Award winner Lesley Manville in lead roles will release on August 14.
Indebted
Young parents Dave and Rebecca are ready to reclaim their life after years of diapers and sleepless nights. However, things take an unexpected turn when Dave’s parents show up unannounced and broke, leaving Dave with no choice but to open the door to the two people who gave him everything. But these boomerang parents aren’t great with boundaries and the question of who’s parenting who quickly becomes blurred. The series features Adam Pally, Abby Elliott and Jessy Hodges in lead roles. Indebted releases on August 2.
