Get ready, folks, because Netflix is highkey dropping some seriously ‘dope’ content this September 2026. From highly anticipated series returns to groundbreaking original films and specials, the streaming giant is making sure your watchlist is packed. This ‘September Lineup’ features a wild mix of crime dramas, animated comedies, true-crime thrillers, and even a historic NFL game, ensuring there’s something for every kind of binge-watcher out there. Let’s dive into the fresh slate of offerings that are about to hit your screens.
First up on the agenda, fans of Guy Ritchie’s slick crime world are in for a treat as ‘The Gentlemen’ returns for its second season on September 3rd. According to the report, it’s been a year since Eddie and Susie teamed up within Bobby’s overseas criminal empire. Now, as they aim to expand their enterprise, Bobby’s decisions are apparently getting a bit sketchier, forcing Eddie and Susie to figure out their next move or risk losing everything. While there’s been some chatter about whether Meghan Markle might pop up in a potential third season, the second season brings back familiar faces like Theo James and Kaya Scodelario, alongside new additions such as Hugh Bonneville and Chris Eubank Jr.
Netflix is also leaning into its adult animated comedy game with the debut of ‘Dang!’ on September 8th. This Asian-American comedy, created by Andrew Law, has already stirred up some spirited debate on social media after its trailer dropped. For those not totally brain-poisoned by internet discourse, the show centers on a brother and sister in NYC whose messy lives get interrupted when their high-achieving older sister decides she wants to hang out. It’s a straightforward premise, but with voice talents like Poppy Liu and Stephanie Hsu, it’s bound to hit different for many viewers.
The comedy scene is heating up with ‘Stavros Halkias: Uncle Stav’ dropping on September 8th. The prominent comedian, known as a former ‘Cumtown’ podcaster and current star of the Netflix comedy ‘Tires’, is bringing his crude yet empathetic brand of stand-up back to the platform. Following up on his hilarious 2023 special ‘Fat Rascal’, ‘Uncle Stav’ delves into Halkias’s experiences with becoming an uncle. This dude offers a refreshing contrast to some of the more ‘punching down’ comics out there, keeping it real with a unique blend of humor.
True crime aficionados, get ready for the fourth chapter of Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan’s Emmy-winning ‘Monster’ anthology series, premiering September 17th. This installment, titled ‘The Lizzie Borden Story’, marks the series’ first female-led narrative, focusing on the infamous 1892 axe murders of Borden’s father and stepmother in Fall River, Massachusetts. Ella Beatty takes on the role of Lizzie, supported by a stellar ensemble cast that includes Charlie Hunnam, Vicky Krieps, Rebecca Hall, and Sarah Paulson. No cap, this is gonna be a wild ride for history buffs and crime drama lovers.
Speaking of returns, on September 17th, we’re also headed back to Hawkins with season 2 of ‘Stranger Things: Tales From ’85’. While the animated series hasn’t quite sparked the same level of fervent anticipation as its live-action counterpart, there’s still a huge fandom hungry for more retro horror tales from the Upside Down. This season, the gang is set to uncover the truth behind ghostly apparitions and strange creatures causing chaos around town, just in time for Valentine’s Day. It’s giving classic ‘Stranger Things’ vibes, even in animated form.
In a move that’s straight up aiming to grow American football’s global footprint, September 18th sees the NFL host its first-ever regular season game in Australia, dubbed the ‘NFL Melbourne Game’. The San Francisco 49ers will face off against the L.A. Rams at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground. What’s extra spicy about this matchup is the likely return of NFL legend Aaron Donald. After two seasons away from the game, the former three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year has come out of retirement to rejoin the Rams and should play Down Under, according to the article. That’s legit big news for sports fans.
Netflix’s major American feature film for September, ‘Unabomber’, debuts on the 25th. Directed by Janus Metz Pedersen, this origin story delves into the early life of the infamous domestic terrorist Ted Kaczynski. Jacob Tremblay portrays a 16-year-old Harvard prodigy subjected to controversial psychological experiments by Professor Henry Murray, played by Russell Crowe, exploring his eventual transformation into the Unabomber. This film fits right into Netflix’s recent strategy of delivering well-acted, modestly budgeted projects, with a cast that also includes Shailene Woodley and Steven Ogg.
Finally, for all you anime fanatics, get ready for ‘LEGO ONE PIECE’, a two-part animated special dropping on September 29th. While the ‘Stranger Things’ universe might be showing signs of exhaustion, the demand for ‘One Piece’ content is highkey still booming. This special aims to ‘speed run’ the crew’s adventures across the East Blue and into the Grand Line. The voice cast is stacked, featuring Iñaki Godoy as Luffy, Emily Rudd as Nami, and Mackenyu as Zoro, among other talents from the live-action series and beyond. It’s gonna be a ‘fire’ way to experience the saga in a fresh, blocky style.
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