Black August (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Series · ★ 8
Released in 1993, Black August is a crime, drama and mystery series.
What it’s about. The series tells the story of a criminal investigation into the murder of businessman Paulo Gomes de Aguiar at the beginning of August. In the midst of the Vargas government crisis, the murder case is taken by police commissioner Alberto Mattos, an honest and incorruptible man who is not well regarded by his co-workers, as the place is totally turned over to corruption.
Who’s in it. Black August stars José Mayer as Comissário Alberto Mattos, Vera Fischer as Alice Lomagno, Letícia Sabatella as Salete and Lúcia Veríssimo as Luciana Borges Gomes de Aguiar, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Black August sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black August page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black August tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Lucifer and Riverdale.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black August (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Black August change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Black August worth watching?
- Black August holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime, drama and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Black August?
- Black August stars José Mayer, Vera Fischer, Letícia Sabatella, Lúcia Veríssimo and Elias Gleizer.
- When was Black August released?
- Black August was released in 1993.