Stan Weekly News Update 22 August 2025 includes Love Island USA, Robin Hood, Outlander: Blood of My Blood, The Rainmaker, The Boy That Never Was, Twisted Metal, Alone and The Institute.
GET READY FOR FIREWORKS! THE LOVE ISLAND US REUNION SPECIAL WILL PREMIERE AUGUST 27, ONLY ON STAN.
The Season 7 Islanders are reuniting to air out the drama that unfolded in the villa, and it’s going to be spicier than ever! Hosted by Vanderpump Rules sensation Ariana Madix and the undisputed king of reality TV reunions, Andy Cohen, this is the reunion you absolutely cannot miss. With controversies galore and tensions ready to ignite, expect shocking revelations, heated confrontations, and unforgettable moments as the Islanders sit down to face the music.
The Love Island US Reunion Special will premiere August 27, only on Stan.
A REIMAGINING OF A LEGENDARY TALE. NEW SERIES ROBIN HOOD IS COMING SOON, ONLY ON STAN.
A first look image of upcoming Robin Hood series has been released, featuring Sean Bean (Game of Thrones) in character as the Sheriff of Nottingham alongside Connie Nielsen (Gladiator) as Eleanor of Aquitaine. Following the Norman invasion of England, the series centres around Rob (Jack Patten) – a Saxon forester’s son – and Marian (Lauren McQueen), the daughter of a Norman lord – who fall in love and work together to fight for justice and freedom. As Rob rises as the leader of a band of rebel outlaws, Marian infiltrates the power at court, as both work together to thwart royal corruption and bring peace to the land.
The new series Robin Hood is coming soon, only on Stan.
A ROMANTIC TALE THAT UNFOLDS ACROSS TIME. A NEW EPISODE OF OUTLANDER: BLOOD OF MY BLOOD PREMIERES TOMORROW, AUGUST 23.
A prequel to Outlander, the series explores the lives and relationships of two couples as they fight against all odds to be together: the parents of Outlander’s Claire Randall – Julia Moriston (Hermione Corfield) and Henry Beauchamp (Jeremy Irvine); and those of Outlander’s Jamie Fraser -Ellen MacKenzie (Harriet Slater) and Brian Fraser (Jamie Roy). From the battlefields of World War I to the rugged Highlands of 18th century Scotland, two fated couples must defy the forces that seek to tear them apart, intersecting in surprising and unforeseen ways.
In this week’s episode Henry’s knowledge of the future helps him as he puts his own spin on a difficult task. Julia helps Brian and Ellen reunite and shares some important news with Lord Lovat, and Ellen learns some concerning information about the family into which she’s expected to marry.
New series Outlander: Blood of my Blood is now streaming, only on Stan. New episodes weekly.
BASED ON THE NOVEL BY KAREN PERRY, NEW SERIES THE BOY THAT NEVER WAS PREMIERES TODAY, AUGUST 22.
When a couple’s son is presumed dead in a North African earthquake, their world turns upside down. However, when they spot a boy in Dublin resembling him, they embark on a frantic quest for the truth.
New series The Boy That Never Was premieres August 22, only on Stan. All episodes at once.
STARRING ANTHONY MACKIE AND STEPHANIE BEATRIZ, THE NEW SEASON OF TWISTED METAL COMES TO AN EXPLOSIVE END ON AUGUST 28.
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Twisted Metal is a high-octane action comedy, based on an original take by Rhett Reese (Deadpool) and Paul Wernick (Zombieland) about a motor-mouthed outsider offered a chance at a better life, but only if he can successfully deliver a mysterious package across a post-apocalyptic wasteland.
The final episodes of Twisted Metal Season 2 premiere August 28, only on Stan.
THREE SURVIVALISTS REMAIN BUT ONLY ONE WILL CLAIM VICTORY. THE ALONE SEASON 12 FINALE PREMIERES TODAY, AUGUST 22.
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Season 12 marks one of the most visually stunning and intense seasons of Alone. Ten survivalists have navigated South Africa’s Great Karoo region and faced off searing heat, foul water, unpredictable storms and exotic, dangerous animals. Three survivalists remain, including Australian Katie Rydge, but who will be the last person standing?
The season finale of Alone Season 12 premieres today, August 22, only on Stan.
BASED ON THE BEST-SELLING NOVEL BY STEPHEN KING, THE SEASON FINALE OFTHE INSTITUTE PREMIERES AUGUST 24.
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The Institute, based on the best-selling novel by Stephen King and from the director of Lost & From tells the gripping story of teen prodigy Luke Ellis (Joe Freeman), who is abducted and wakes up at a mysterious facility filled with children who arrived under similarly sinister circumstances and all of whom possess strange supernatural abilities. Meanwhile, in a nearby town, haunted former police officer Tim Jamieson (Ben Barnes) is trying to outrun his past. But peace won’t come easily, as Tim’s path is set to collide with Luke’s in a battle far bigger than either could imagine.
The season finale of The Institute premieres August 24, only on Stan.
STAN BRINGS ENERGY AND EXCITEMENT TO THE HEART OF MELBOURNE WITH A PREMIER LEAGUE EVENT AND LIVE SCREENING AT FED SQUARE, AUGUST 23.
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Following a massive launch to the 2025/26 Premier League season, Stan will continue momentum into Matchweek 2 with a fun all-ages event and live screening of the highly anticipated Manchester City v Tottenham Hotspur match, with activity kicking off from 6:00pm at Melbourne’s iconic Fed Square on Saturday 23 August. Fans will be treated to special guest appearances, live entertainment, interactive football activities, food trucks, jersey giveaways thanks to Ultra Football, and more.
Football’s New Home, Stan Sport, is the only place to watch every match of the Premier League, UEFA Champions League, Emirates FA Cup, J.League and NWSL live & on demand.
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Stan Weekly News Update 22 August 2025
