What to Watch on Netflix September 2026
Find the best Netflix picks across action, comedy, crime, drama, and thriller, from The Gentlemen to Steel Magnolias and new 2026 releases.
If you’re sorting through Netflix and want a smart place to start, this lineup brings together crime, comedy, drama, action, and thriller picks worth your time. You’ll find fresh buzz around The Gentlemen (2024) alongside the original The Gentlemen (2019), plus newer releases like The Whisper Man (2026) and Death of the Pastor's Wife (2026) for viewers who want something darker. For lighter nights, 9 to 5 (1980) and Tires (2024) deliver very different kinds of laughs, while Steel Magnolias (1989) and Major Crimes (2012) offer strong character-driven storytelling. With 13 titles on the page, this guide makes it easier to choose a movie or series that fits your mood without endless scrolling.
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The Gentlemen
action · comedy · crime
When aristocratic Eddie inherits the family estate, he discovers that it's home to an enormous weed empire — and its proprietors aren't going anywhere.
Directed by Eran Creevy, Guy Ritchie, David Caffrey, Nima Nourizadeh, Nick RowlandCast Theo James, Kaya Scodelario, Daniel Ings, Joely Richardson, Vinnie JonesNetflix -
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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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9 to 5
comedy
Three female employees of a sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot find a way to turn the tables on him.
Directed by Colin HigginsCast Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, Dolly Parton, Dabney Coleman, Sterling HaydenNetflixAmazon Prime VideoHulu -
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Godzilla Minus One
action · adventure · drama · horror · sci-fi
In postwar Japan, Godzilla brings new devastation to an already scorched landscape. With no military intervention or government help in sight, the survivors must join together in the face of despair and fight back against an unrelenting horror.
Directed by Takashi YamazakiCast Minami Hamabe, Ryûnosuke Kamiki, Munetaka Aoki, Sakura Andō, Yuki YamadaNetflix -
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Fauda
action · crime · drama · thriller · war
A top Israeli agent comes out of retirement to hunt for a Palestinian militant he thought he'd killed, setting a chaotic chain of events into motion.
Directed by Rotem Shamir, Omri Givon, Assaf BernsteinCast Netta Garti, Lior Raz, Itzik Cohen, Yaakov Zada-Daniel, Doron Ben-DavidNetflix -
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To Die For
comedy · crime · drama · thriller
Suzanne Stone wants to be a world-famous news anchor and she is willing to do anything to get what she wants. What she lacks in intelligence, she makes up for in cold determination and diabolical wiles. As she pursues her goal with relentless focus, she is forced to destroy anything and anyone that may stand in her way, regardless of the ultimate cost or means necessary.
Directed by Gus Van SantCast Nicole Kidman, Matt Dillon, Joaquin Phoenix, Casey Affleck, Illeana DouglasNetflix -
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Death of the Pastor's Wife
crime · documentary
What happened to Mica Miller? This documentary series retraces her promising life, toxic marriage and the mysterious circumstances of her death.
Directed by Michael Gasparro, Julia Willoughby NasonNetflix -
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Tires
action · comedy
At his father's auto shop, a hapless manager strives to improve customer service and drive profits while keeping his troublemaking cousin in line.
Directed by John McKeeverCast Shane Gillis, Steve Gerben, Chris O'Connor, Kilah Fox, Stavros HalkiasNetflix -
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The Gentlemen
action · comedy · crime
American expat Mickey Pearson has built a highly profitable marijuana empire in London. When word gets out that he’s looking to cash out of the business forever it triggers plots, schemes, bribery and blackmail in an attempt to steal his domain out from under him.
Directed by Guy RitchieCast Matthew McConaughey, Charlie Hunnam, Michelle Dockery, Jeremy Strong, Lyne RenéeNetflix -
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I Swear
biography · drama
Diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome at 15, John Davidson navigates his way against the odds through troubled teenage years and into adulthood, finding inspiration in the kindness of others to discover his true purpose in life.
Directed by Kirk JonesCast Robert Aramayo, Maxine Peake, Somerled Campbell, Michael Dylan, David CarlyleNetflix -
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Steel Magnolias
comedy · drama · romance
A young beautician, newly arrived in a small Louisiana town, finds work at the local salon, where a small group of women share a close bond of friendship and welcome her into the fold.
Directed by Herbert RossCast Sally Field, Dolly Parton, Shirley MacLaine, Daryl Hannah, Olympia DukakisNetflix
Wrapping Up
Whether you want a twisty crime story, a big laugh, or a heavy drama, this selection covers a wide range of moods and genres. It includes newer releases and dependable favorites, so you can jump into something current or revisit a classic with confidence. Bookmark this page and come back whenever your queue needs a reset, since it’s updated regularly with fresh picks. If you’re deciding what to stream next, this list is built to help you spend less time browsing and more time watching.
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Yes — every title on this list is currently available on Netflix. Availability can change, so we recommend checking the streaming link on each title before you start watching.
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Last updated: September 11, 2026