Streaming and television highlights for the week of August 17

Upcoming entertainment highlights for the week of August 17, 2026, include several major streaming and television releases.

On streaming platforms, the DC Universe series ‘Lanterns’, created by Damon Lindelof, premieres on HBO Max on August 17. It follows an older Hal Jordan training his successor, John Stewart. Additionally, ‘Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender’ arrives on SkyShowtime on August 22, featuring grown-up characters on an adventure to recover the Air Nomads. The fifth season of ‘Outer Banks’ is also noted as a key release.

Television broadcasts feature a variety of films. VRT Canvas will air the political thriller ‘Cairo Conspiracy’ on Monday. On Tuesday, Veronica will broadcast ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’, starring Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth. Wednesday’s programming includes the racing drama ‘Le Mans ’66’, which depicts the historical rivalry between Ford and Ferrari.