It also doesn’t mean there aren’t still some pretty heavy hitters coming to TV and streaming this month. With that in mind, we gathered a list of the most noteworthy shows either debuting or returning in August and asked which ones you were most looking forward to. Based on the results of our poll, read on for the 5 Most Anticipated TV or Streaming Shows of August! Jack Reacher continues to be one of the most popular action heroes on TV, so it’s no surprise to see the show take the top spot this month. While not a breakout hit like some of its Apple TV contemporaries, the sci-fi mystery earned strong reviews and a loyal fanbase thanks to Joel Edgerton’s committed performance and the show’s intriguing ideas.