September 2025 is poised to be an exhilarating month for streaming enthusiasts. Whether your interests lie in supernatural mysteries, crime thrillers, or side-splitting comedies, platforms such as Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, and Peacock are offering new content that merits a place on your watchlist. Below is a summary of the Top 5 essential streaming releases this September that you absolutely cannot overlook.
1. Wednesday – Season 2, Part 2 (Netflix, Sept. 3)
The gothic allure of Nevermore Academy returns as Jenna Ortega continues to excel in her breakout role as Wednesday Addams. The second part of Season 2 promises even darker mysteries, sharper quips, and more chilling escapades. Anticipate psychic visions, supernatural confrontations, and a wealth of Addams family drama that will captivate you from the very first episode.
2. Only Murders in the Building – Season 5 (Hulu, Sept. 9)
Selena Gomez, Martin Short, and Steve Martin are back for another round of comedic sleuthing. In this season, the amateur detectives swap quirky neighbor antics for mob-related enigmas when the doorman of the Arconia meets an unfortunate fate. With its clever dialogue, laugh-inducing humor, and a fresh plotline centered around crime families, this season could very well be the most unpredictable one yet.
3. Black Rabbit (Netflix, September 2025)
As one of the most eagerly awaited limited series of the month, Black Rabbit features Jason Bateman and Jude Law as estranged siblings whose complex relationship pulls them into a perilous underworld. Tense, stylish, and emotionally charged, this crime thriller merges family drama with nail-biting suspense. If you enjoyed series like Ozark or True Detective, this is undoubtedly a must-see.
4. Task (HBO Max, September 2025)
Mark Ruffalo takes on the role of a resolute FBI agent in this new limited series. Created by Brad Ingelsby, the genius behind Mare of Easttown, Task chronicles a series of violent burglaries that evolve into something much more sinister.
5. The Paper (Peacock, Sept. 4)
From the creators of The Office comes an exciting new workplace comedy featuring a mockumentary style. This time, rather than focusing on the paper company Dunder Mifflin, the cameras capture the tumultuous environment of a struggling newspaper in the Midwest. With its eccentric staff, absurd workplace dynamics, and a familiar documentary crew atmosphere, The Paper contains all the elements necessary for your next comedy marathon.
Honorable Mention: Mantis (Netflix, Sept. 26)
Action enthusiasts will be delighted by Mantis, a South Korean thriller that is a spin-off of the cult classic Kill Boksoon. The story follows a renowned assassin as they navigate a perilous world, combining thrilling action sequences with profound emotional narratives. It is ideal for those who appreciate fast-paced storytelling and visually striking fight choreography.
September 2025 demonstrates that streaming continues to expand in both size and creativity. From the eerie brilliance of Wednesday to Ruffalo’s intense investigative drama, and from Jason Bateman’s gripping sibling story to a comedic newsroom adventure that promises to entertain—there is something available for every taste.
Therefore, prepare your popcorn, free up your calendar, and get set to enjoy the finest offerings of September.