One of the benefits of Prime Video is getting to access some of PBS’s best programming.
From PBS Masterpiece to PBS KIDS, you can stream a variety of content that will entertain, inform and, in some cases, provoke you.
That’s especially true in August, when the long-running public broadcasting channel is offering some of its best content yet.
The Watch With Us crew are big fans of PBS, which is why we’ve assembled all the new movies, shows and specials debuting on PBS channels on Prime Video in August.
We’ve also spotlighted four programs you should carve out some time for, like the newest season of the cozy mystery series Professor T and a fascinating Dolly Parton documentary.
PBS on Prime Video Highlights
‘Professor T’ Season 5 (PBS Masterpiece on Prime Video) — August 9
Jasper (Ben Miller) and Helena (Juliet Stevenson) test their fragile spark at a secluded spa, but an “accidental” death rekindles his instincts and threatens their new romance. Jasper is soon confronted by personal turmoil that clouds his judgement and shakes his focus while the team faces darker, twisting cases. With Maiya (Sunetra Sarker) in the lead, Chloe (Rhian Blundell) grows bolder, and Dan’s (Barney White) new romance threatens to destroy him.
‘Bergerac’ Season 1 (PBS Masterpiece on Prime Video) — August 16
Bergerac sees the return of the iconic Jersey-set detective series in Toby Whithouse’s (Being Human, The Game) modern reimagining of this much-loved classic, starring Damien Molony (The Split, Brassic) in the titular role. Jim Bergerac is a broken man, battling his demons and on leave after the death of his wife. But when a member of one of Jersey’s wealthiest families is murdered, Chief of Police Uma Dalal wants their best detective on the case. Bergerac returns to work not only to crack the case but also to prove to his daughter Kim and mother-in-law Charlie Hungerford (Zoë Wanamaker) that his life is back on track. If Bergerac can solve the case, then maybe he can also show he’s still capable of being a good father.
‘Weather Hunters’ Volume 5 (PBS KIDS on Prime Video) — August 17
Weather wiz and force of nature, Lily Hunter, and her family explore and report on everything from rain, snow, dew, thunder, lightning, ice and fog to more extreme weather. Created by Emmy-winning weatherman and co-host of NBC’s Today, Al Roker.
‘Dolly Parton: Here I Am’ (PBS Documentaries on Prime Video) — August 30
The undisputed queen of country music, Dolly Parton has had one of the most stellar careers of any living musician. Dolly herself lets us in on her fondest memories, her influences and her process. With unprecedented access to Dolly and archive footage from concerts and interviews spanning her career, marvel at the spirit, soul and hard work of an artist who has inspired countless others.
PBS on Prime Video August 2026 Release Schedule
August 3: The Gas Station Attendant
August 7: Madame President season 1, The Day You Begin
August 9: Professor T season 5
August 14: World’s Greatest season 11, Until the Last Heartbeat season 1
August 16: Bergerac season 1
August 17: Donkey Hodie season 17, Weather Hunters volume 5
August 19: Resolve to Solve with Miles O’Brien
August 28: Blanca season 2, Spirit Plate season 1
August 30: Dolly Parton: Here I Am, Spain Made with Love
August 31: Carl the Collector season 7
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