20 New Movies on Netflix September 2026
Need your next Netflix pick? Explore 20 fresh titles across crime, drama, thriller, action, adventure, and horror, updated for September 2026.
If you’re deciding what to stream next, this roundup makes it easy to cut through the noise and find a movie or series that fits your mood. September 2026 brings a strong mix of crime, drama, thriller, action, adventure, and horror, with standout picks like The Whisper Man, The Last House, and Don’t Say Good Luck. Fans of tense mysteries should keep an eye on The Secret Woman and The Rip, while 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple promises a darker, more intense ride. For something more grounded, Turning Point: Generation 9/11 and Remarkably Bright Creatures offer a different pace without losing emotional weight. With 20 titles on the page, there’s plenty here for a quick night in or a longer binge.
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The Whisper Man
crime · drama · thriller
When his young son vanishes, a widower enlists help from his estranged father, a retired detective who put away the serial killer now linked to the case.
Directed by James AshcroftCast Robert De Niro, Michelle Monaghan, Adam Scott, Acston Luca Porto, Michael KeatonNetflix -
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The Last House
action & adventure · horror · mystery & thriller · science-fiction
A family suddenly sealed inside their home must work together to survive against dwindling resources and the ominous threat keeping them trapped.
Directed by Louis LeterrierCast Greta Lee, Wagner Moura, Riley Chung, Noah Alexander Sosnowski, Emma HoNetflix -
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28 Years Later: The Bone Temple
horror · sci-fi · thriller
Dr. Kelson finds himself in a shocking new relationship - with consequences that could change the world as they know it - and Spike's encounter with Jimmy Crystal becomes a nightmare he can't escape.
Directed by Nia DaCostaCast Jack O'Connell, Alfie Williams, Connor Newall, Erin Kellyman, Maura BirdNetflix -
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Don't Say Good Luck
comedy · drama · music & musical
Sophie Birenbaum is ready for the spotlight as the lead in her high school musical — until she's suddenly facing more drama at home than on the stage.
Directed by Julia HartCast Sunny Sandler, Melanie Lynskey, Max Greenfield, Stephanie Beatriz, Bebe NeuwirthNetflix -
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Remarkably Bright Creatures
comedy · drama
Through unlikely bonds formed during night shifts at a local aquarium, Tova, an elderly widow, learns of a life-changing discovery that may bring her joy and wonder once again.
Directed by Olivia NewmanCast Sally Field, Lewis Pullman, Colm Meaney, Joan Chen, Kathy BakerNetflix -
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The Secret Woman
drama
Louise Andersen lives a quiet life on the Norwegian island of Hidra with her partner, Joachim, where she runs a small café. One summer day, their peace is shattered when a stranger insists she is not Louise at all, but Helene Söderberg – a woman who vanished from Denmark three years earlier. She discovers not only that she is married, but also that she is the mother of a young boy. Driven to uncover the truth about her past, Louise leaves Joachim and the life she knows to seek out her family and discover what really happened on the night she disappeared. As she delves deeper into the mystery as Helene, she uncovers a shocking truth that turns her world upside down.
Directed by Barbara Topsøe-RothenborgCast Natalie Wolfsberg Madueño, Claes Bang, Pål Sverre Hagen, Stina Ekblad, David EltingNetflix -
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Facing El Chapo
action · crime
Two Mexican officers must survive the final hours of their shift after crossing a ruthless cartel boss.
Directed by Chava CartasCast Alfonso Herrera, Noé Hernández, Hector Kotsifakis, Juan Pablo Cruz García, Paola FernandezNetflix -
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Voicemails for Isabelle
comedy · drama · romance
A young woman's hilariously confessional voicemails to her late sister are unknowingly redirected to a stranger, who begins to fall in love from afar.
Directed by Leah McKendrickCast Zoey Deutch, Nick Robinson, Harry Shum Jr., Leah McKendrick, Ciara BravoNetflix -
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War Machine
action · sci-fi · thriller
On one last grueling mission during Army Ranger training, a combat engineer must lead his unit in a fight against a giant otherworldly killing machine.
Directed by Patrick HughesCast Alan Ritchson, Stephan James, Blake Richardson, Dennis Quaid, Esai MoralesNetflix -
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The Rip
action · crime · drama · mystery · thriller
After a team of Miami cops discovers millions in cash inside a derelict stash house, trust frays as everything — and everyone — is called into question.
Directed by Joe CarnahanCast Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Steven Yeun, Teyana Taylor, Catalina Sandino MorenoNetflix -
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Apex
action · thriller
A grieving woman pushing her limits on a solo adventure in the Australian wild is ensnared in a twisted game with a cunning killer who thinks she's prey.
Directed by Baltasar KormákurCast Charlize Theron, Taron Egerton, Eric Bana, Matt Whelan, Bessie HollandNetflix -
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Thrash
horror · thriller
When a Category 5 hurricane decimates a coastal town, the storm surge brings devastation, chaos and something far more frightening: hungry sharks.
Directed by Tommy WirkolaCast Phoebe Dynevor, Whitney Peak, Djimon Hounsou, Alyla Browne, Stacy ClausenNetflix -
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Turning Point: Generation 9/11
documentary · history
Twenty-five years after 9/11, children of the attacks, journalists, young Afghans and Marines reveal how a generation came of age in the shadow of that day, and inherited a world shaped by the decisions and wars that followed.
Directed by Brian KnappenbergerNetflix -
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Enola Holmes 3
action · adventure · comedy · crime · drama · mystery
Detective Enola Holmes heads to Malta, where her aspirations merge in her most complex and dangerous case yet.
Directed by Philip BarantiniCast Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill, Helena Bonham Carter, Louis Partridge, Himesh PatelNetflix -
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Office Romance
comedy · romance
Jackie, President and CEO of Air Cruz, runs a tight ship in her business, including a rigid anti-fraternization policy for all her employees, which is severely tested when a sexy new lawyer begins working for her.
Directed by Ol ParkerCast Jennifer Lopez, Brett Goldstein, Betty Gilpin, Edward James Olmos, Bradley WhitfordNetflix -
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Little Brother
comedy
A tightly wound realtor's picture-perfect life gets an extreme makeover when his lovably chaotic "little brother" suddenly reappears.
Directed by Matt SpicerCast John Cena, Eric André, Michelle Monaghan, Christopher Meloni, Sherry ColaNetflix -
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Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man
crime · drama · history
During World War II, Tommy Shelby returns to a bombed Birmingham and becomes involved in secret wartime missions based on true events, facing new threats as he reckons with his past and rising national stakes.
Directed by Tom HarperCast Cillian Murphy, Rebecca Ferguson, Tim Roth, Sophie Rundle, Barry KeoghanNetflix -
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Ladies First
comedy
A male chauvinist is transported to a matriarchal society, facing challenges from a formidable female version of himself.
Directed by Thea SharrockCast Sacha Baron Cohen, Rosamund Pike, Tom Davis, Emily Mortimer, Weruche OpiaNetflix -
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Allegedly with Ellison Barber
crime
Hosted weekly by journalist Ellison Barber, this gripping podcast digs into the most captivating and talked about true crime cases.
Cast Gabby Petito, Brian Laundrie, Christine Marie Katas, Roberta LaundrieNetflix -
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GOAT
animation · action · adventure · comedy · family · sport
A small goat with big dreams gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play roarball, a high-intensity, co-ed, full-contact sport dominated by the fastest, fiercest animals in the world.
Directed by Tyree Dillihay, Adam RosetteCast Caleb McLaughlin, Gabrielle Union, Stephen Curry, Aaron Pierre, Nicola CoughlanNetflix
Wrapping Up
Whether you want suspense, character-driven drama, or a full-on scare, this list is built to help you find a strong next pick fast. From The Whisper Man and The Last House to 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple and The Rip, the lineup covers a wide range of moods without wasting your time. Bookmark this page and come back when you need a fresh recommendation, since it’s updated regularly with new additions and changing availability. That way, you’ll always have a reliable place to check before you start scrolling.
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Last updated: September 11, 2026