11 Must-See New Releases on Netflix in September 2026

September 3: After a first season that quickly found an audience, The Gentlemen returns to Netflix for a second batch of episodes that are just as explosive as ever. Theo James reprises his role as Eddie Horniman, an aristocrat who is unwittingly thrust into the heart of a vast criminal empire after inheriting the family estate. Now much more familiar with the rules of this ruthless underworld, Eddie must continue to navigate fragile alliances, personal ambitions, and particularly dangerous adversaries.

Kaya Scodelario also returns as Susie Glass, a key figure in this underground organization. Still rooted in the world imagined by Guy Ritchie, the series is expected to retain its distinctive blend of dark humor, violence, eccentric characters, and completely unpredictable situations. A second season that promises to raise the stakes.

September 4: Alix Earle is taking the next step in her career with Earle Meets World, a new reality series that will give viewers a much more personal look into her daily life. Having become one of the most influential content creators of her generation thanks to her viral videos and her spontaneous approach on social media, the American is opening the doors to her world even wider.

The series will explore her professional life, her relationships, her family, and the challenges that come with rapidly rising to fame. From prestigious events and travels to friendships and more intimate moments, Earle Meets World will seek to reveal what lies behind her perfectly curated social media image. This new series is sure to appeal especially to the many followers who already follow Alix Earle online.

September 9: Tyler Perry returns to one of his most popular franchises with Tyler Perry’s Why Did I Get Married Again?, which brings back several well-known characters nearly two decades after the first film. This new story reunites the group of friends as the years have transformed their relationships, their priorities, and their views on marriage. Amid reunions, tensions, secrets, and soul-searching, the couples will once again have to confront certain truths about love and life as a couple.

Tyler Perry reprises his role as Terry, while also writing and directing the project. The film is a sequel to Why Did I Get Married? and Why Did I Get Married Too?, released in 2007 and 2010, respectively. A nostalgic return that promises as much drama as it does heartwarming moments.

September 10: Crew Girl immerses us in the daily life of Teagan Tao, a 16-year-old rowing prodigy whose dreams are abruptly upended by a family financial scandal. Forced to move to the East Coast with her mother, Ella, she tries to start over at the prestigious Easton Prep. Upon her arrival, however, Teagan discovers that the school doesn’t have a women’s rowing team.

Determined to pursue her passion, she joins the boys’ team as a coxswain, becoming part of a group that’s as talented as it is chaotic. Her fresh start will also be marked by rivalries, new friendships, and romantic entanglements. In Crew Girl, Teagan finds herself torn between Josh Regis, the school’s most popular boy, and Cam Dillinger, a particularly determined local young man.

September 14: Young Netflix subscribers will return to a world they know well with the 14th season of Gabby’s Dollhouse. Gabby and her faithful companion, Pandy Paws, will once again be at the heart of colorful adventures where imagination, creativity, and surprises take center stage. As she explores her incredible dollhouse, Gabby will once again discover different miniature worlds filled with endearing characters, each bringing its own set of challenges and discoveries.

This new season will retain the formula that has made the series a hit with children, combining live-action footage and animation in a playful setting. Games, crafts, music, and little lessons on friendship will be on the agenda. A surefire hit in Netflix’s children’s catalog that continues to reinvent itself after several seasons.

September 14: The famous spicy chicken wings are back with the second episode of Hot Ones: Extra Heat, a Netflix special premiering at 10 p.m. Eastern Time. Inspired by the popular interview show hosted by Sean Evans, this special revisits the concept that made Hot Ones a true internet phenomenon: challenging celebrities to answer questions while facing off against increasingly fiery sauces.

As the heat level rises, reactions become unpredictable and conversations often take a much more spontaneous turn. Extra Heat extends the experience with a special-event format designed specifically for Netflix. Between candid revelations, fits of laughter, and moments of agony caused by the most intense sauces, this second episode promises yet more memorable moments.

September 17: The anthology series Monster returns to Netflix with Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story, which explores one of the most famous criminal cases in American history. This new season takes us back to 1892, when Lizzie Borden was accused of murdering her father, Andrew, and her stepmother, Abby, with an axe at their home in Fall River, Massachusetts.

Despite her acquittal in a highly publicized trial, Borden remains associated with these murders more than 130 years later. In keeping with previous installments of Monster, the series will revisit the case by exploring its characters, its era, and the many gray areas that continue to fuel debate. A macabre story that has become a true phenomenon of American popular culture.

September 17: The Stranger Things universe continues to expand with the second season of Stranger Things: Tales From ’85. This animated series takes viewers back to Hawkins in 1985, during a period between the events of the second and third seasons of the original series. Eleven, Mike, Will, Dustin, Lucas, and Max are reunited once again to face disturbing phenomena threatening their small town in Indiana.

Between new creatures, supernatural mysteries, and dangers from the Upside Down, the group will once again have to rely on their friendship to navigate the inexplicable. With its retro aesthetic and animated style, Tales From ’85 allows Netflix to explore new stories while recapturing the atmosphere, humor, and nostalgia that made Stranger Things a hit.

September 24: A Different World arrives on Netflix in a new version inspired by the famous series that aired in the late 1980s and early 1990s. This sequel takes us back to Hillman College, the historically Black college that was at the heart of the original series. A new generation of students will take their first steps there, experiencing everything college life has to offer: new friendships, love stories, ambitions, personal struggles, and the challenges of coming of age.

The series will also seek to preserve the legacy of the original, which was recognized for addressing various social and cultural realities with humor and sensitivity. Blending nostalgia with new characters, A Different World aims to introduce a whole new generation to the world of Hillman.

September 25: Netflix delves back into one of the most memorable criminal investigations in U.S. history with Unabomber. This new series recounts the story of Ted Kaczynski, the man behind a campaign of bombings that terrorized the country for nearly two decades. Between 1978 and 1995, parcel bombs sent to various targets claimed several victims and triggered a massive manhunt led by the FBI.

Kaczynski, a former math prodigy who chose to live in isolation in a small cabin in Montana, managed to evade the authorities for a long time. Unabomber explores his journey, his motivations, and the clues that ultimately led to his identification. It is a disturbing case that continues to fascinate, both because of the exceptional length of the investigation and the complex personality of the man primarily responsible.

September 30: The world of One Piece takes on a particularly colorful twist with LEGO One Piece, a new family-friendly release that combines the universe of the famous Japanese franchise with the imagination unique to LEGO bricks. Luffy and his Straw Hat crew set sail once again to embark on new adventures filled with action, humor, and completely crazy situations. The iconic characters, settings, and ships of One Piece are reimagined here in a LEGO style that adds a lighthearted touch to this vast pirate universe.

This series will introduce younger viewers to the characters while offering plenty of nods to longtime fans. With LEGO One Piece, Netflix continues to expand one of its most popular franchises with content designed for the whole family.