Watch List: 50+ Shows and Movies to Stream in September 2024

 
 

By arpita quadir

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Yes, I know fall doesn’t technically start until September 22, but the vibes have undeniably shifted, so: I can’t believe summer’s over already! Still, the arrival of autumn does mean we’ll soon be spending more time inside—likely binge-watching a new TV show or getting hooked on a true-crime documentary, if you’re like me. This month, I’m looking forward to catching American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez on Disney+ and an all-new action film starring George Clooney and Brad Pitt in Wolfs on Apple TV+. Other shows and movies set to hit streaming platforms in September includes Crimes of Future on CBC Gem, the fifth season of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City on Hayu, The Penguin starring Colin Farrell on Crave, His Three Daughters starring Elizabeth Olson on Netflix and A Very Royal Scandal on Prime Video.

Need more recommendations? Read on for the full list of our picks for Apple TV+, CBC Gem, Crave, Disney+, Netflix Canada and Prime Video in September 2024.

Brad Pitt and George Clooney in Wolfs (Image: Apple TV+)

Apple TV+

Slow Horses (Premieres September 4)

2024 nominee for 9 Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Drama Series. This quick witted spy thriller follows a dysfunctional team of MI5 agents and their obnoxious boss, the notorious Jackson Lam (Gary Oldman).

LA Maison (Premieres September 20)

High fashion meets high drama in this behind-the-curtain look at an iconic French haute couture house. When the family dynasty behind the house falls into scandal, they must find a way to reinvent themselves or be destroyed by their rivals. 

Midnight Family (Premieres September 25)

Marigaby is a medical student by day and by night, she saves lives with her family in Mexico City’s high-stakes business of private ambulances. As pressure from both worlds threaten to drag her down, Marigaby will do whatever it takes to stay afloat. 

Wolfs (Premieres September 27)

Two rival fixers (George Clooney and Brad Pitt) cross paths when they’re both called in to help over up a prominent New York official’s misstep. Over one explosive night, they’ll have to set aside their petty grievances and their egos to finish the job. 

Still from Tiny Beautiful Things (Image: CBC Gem)

CBC Gem

Tiny Beautiful Things (Premieres September 1)

Based on Cheryl Strayed's best-selling collection, Tiny Beautiful Things is about a woman whose marriage is on its last leg; whose daughter barely talks to her; and whose writing career is non-existent. So when a friend suggests taking over an advice column, Clare thinks she’s the last person for the job...when she may be completely qualified. 

Secrets of Prince Andrew (Premieres September 1)

This documentary tells the inside story of his disastrous BBC Newsnight interview in November 2019, and asks the question, ‘Why did he do it?’ The definitive Andrew biography, the two episodes feature the twists and turns of palace intrigue, secret conversations, and the Queen's involvement, told through the lens of the infamous BBC Newsnight interview that shook the monarchy to its core. With exclusive interviews and unprecedented access, the series provides a unique perspective on the Prince's life, offering an in-depth look at the chain of events that led to his downfall. The series features interviews with renowned journalist Emily Maitlis, who gives a first-hand account of the nerve-wracking preparations and the interview that forever changed Prince Andrew's life. The series also features Sam McAlister, the BBC Newsnight producer who spent over a year negotiating the interview with the Palace and securing the scoop of a lifetime. Using rare archive footage, as well as exclusive interviews with palace insiders and those who know Prince Andrew best. 

Reservation Dogs, Season 3 (Premieres September 6)

A half-hour comedy that follows the exploits of four Indigenous teenagers in rural Oklahoma. This season, the Rez Dogs find themselves stranded in Cali and have to figure out their way back home. Season three is full of road trips, bathroom wisdom, unexpected fathers, boarding schools, Bigfoot, rumours, revenge and healing. 

Crimes of the Future (Premieres September 6)

As the human species adapts to a synthetic environment, the body undergoes new transformations and mutations. With his partner Caprice (Léa Seydoux), Saul Tenser (Viggo Mortensen), celebrity performance artist, publicly showcases the metamorphosis of his organs in avant-garde performances. Timlin (Kristen Stewart), an investigator from the National Organ Registry, obsessively tracks their movements, which is when a mysterious group is revealed. Their mission – to use Saul’s notoriety to shed light on the next phase of human evolution.

Loudermilk, Season 3 (Premieres September 13)

Loudermilk (Ron Livingston) meets the hot-tempered previous leader of the recovery group and discovers the real-world impact of an unfair album review he once wrote.

The Broken Hearts Gallery (Premieres September 13)

What if you saved a souvenir from every relationship you've ever been in? The film follows the always unique Lucy (Geraldine Viswanathan), a 20-something art gallery assistant living in New York City, who also happens to be an emotional hoarder. After she gets dumped by her latest boyfriend, Lucy is inspired to create The Broken Heart Gallery, a pop-up space for the items love has left behind. Word of the gallery spreads, encouraging a movement and a fresh start for all the romantics out there, including Lucy herself.

All My Puny Sorrows (Premieres September 14)

Based on Miriam Toews’ best-selling novel, All My Puny Sorrows unexpectedly infuses wry humour into this heart-wrenching story of two loving sisters: one a gifted pianist (Sarah Gadon) obsessed with ending her life, the other a struggling writer (Alison Pill) who, in wrestling with this decision, makes profound discoveries about herself.

Killing Eve, Season 3 (Premieres September 20)

The award-winning drama continues the story of two women with brutal pasts, addicted to each other but now trying desperately to live their lives without their drug of choice. 

The End of Sex (Premieres September 20)

After sending their kids away to a week-long sleepaway camp for the first time, Emma and Josh, feeling the pressures of parenting, realize they have the house to themselves which can only mean one thing - a perfect opportunity to have as much sex as they want. There is only one problem: they are shocked to discover their love making has become stagnant. Freaked out that this could be a sign of their relationship in decline, Emma and Josh desperately embark on a series of adventures that will push their marriage to the brink in the hopes of reinvigorating their sex life. 

Happy Place (Premieres September 21)

Happy Place explores the time that seven women spend together at an in-patient care facility: all so different, but with one thing in common – they have all attempted suicide. Samira’s (Clark Backo) attempt stems from PTSD after a violent sexual assault several years earlier, and her fellow residents have personal stories that intersect with her own – sophisticated Celine (Marie-Eve Perron), ribald Mildred (Mary Walsh), haughty Rosemary (Pamela Mala Sinha), good natured Nina (Liisa Repo-Martell, reprising the role she originated on stage), and competitive Joyce (Sheila McCarthy). Trying to lead them all to healing is psychiatrist Louise (Tara Rosling), holding the centre of this diverse and kinetic group. Some women will leave the safety of the clinic, for better or for worse, and others will stay, hopefully to heal and not to break. Based on the real-life story of screenwriter and playwright Pamela Mala Sinha.

Chateau DIY, Season 7 (Premieres September 30)

Narrated by Bridgerton’s Adjoa Andoh, follows courageous château-owners as they tackle monumental reno projects and transform worn-yet-wonderful castles across France. From first-time buyers to seasoned homeowners with grand expansion plans, every episode focuses on three unique transformation stories and restoration trials, tales, and tribulations.

Still from The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City (Image: Bravo)

HAYU

Snapped Behind Bars, Season 2 (Premieres September 2)

Convicted murderers are ready to share their story from behind prison walls.

The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, Season 5 (Premieres September 18)

Returning this season are housewives Lisa Barlow, Heather Gay, Angie Katsanevas, Meredith Marks and Whitney Rose. In addition, Mary Cosby rejoins as a housewife, bringing back her unfiltered opinions and expensive taste. New housewife Bronwyn Newport arrives in couture with her over-the-top fashion and a sense of humour as sharp as the diamonds she wears. A longtime friend of Lisa Barlow, Bronwyn makes a splash with the ladies with her outrageous, fabulous and confrontational style.

Made in Bondi, Season 1 (Premieres September 24)

Following the lives and loves of Sydney’s young, social elite - and set in one of Sydney’s most exclusive neighbourhoods, opulence knows no bounds and drama is always on the menu. Every episode provides a front-row seat to jaw-dropping parties, breathtaking fashion and sizzling romances. From trendy bars to luxurious harbourside mansions, this group of young socialites will navigate the interconnected web of relationships that define their lives.

Colin Farrell in The Penguin (Image: Crave Canada)

Crave Canada

Power Book II: Ghost, Season 4 Part 2 (Premieres September 6)

Tariq finds himself in an eerily similar situation, just like his late father, Ghost, stuck between a rock and a hard place, with the choice to leave the game or take over. Entrapped by Detective Carter, the Tejada family realizes their safety is not guaranteed. Monet fiercely fights for her family to become whole again, but is it too late? Noma is working her way to the top of the food chain. Meanwhile, her daughter, Anya, gets too close to the game, forcing Noma to think twice about her actions.

Wise Guy David Chase and The Sopranos (Premieres September 7)

25 years after the show first debuted, HBO’s paradigm-shifting series The Sopranos remains a cultural phenomenon and a touchstone for prestige television. In the documentary Gibney delves deep into the psyche of the series’ creator and writer, David Chase, to illuminate his life and career while offering a unique window into his unparalleled work on the iconic program. Filmed on a replica set of Dr. Melfi’s psychiatrist’s office, Gibney flips the script on David Chase, excavating and analyzing the origins of The Sopranos, his creative process, and the intimate connections between his own life and many of his characters. Featuring appearances by show writers, producers, executives, and cast, including Lorraine Bracco, Edie Falco, and Michael Imperioli, plus archival interviews with late actors Nancy Marchand, James Gandolfini, and Tony Sirico.

My Brilliant Friend, Season 4 (Premieres September 9)

HBO’s Original drama series is based on the bestselling novels by Elena Ferrante and follows Elena Greco and the most important friend in her life, Raffaella “Lila” Cerullo. After meeting as children in 1950s Naples, their story goes on to cover over 60 years, exploring the mystery of Lila – Elena’s brilliant best friend and, in a way, her worst enemy. The fourth, and final, installment of the saga, titled “Story of the Lost Child,” delves into the adult lives of Elena and Lila. They find themselves entangled in the turmoil of Italy in the late 1980s, nearing the end of decades of political violence and social unrest. Amid motherhood and career demands, amid betrayals, threats, disappearances, and natural disasters, Elena and Lila once again reside in the same neighborhood.

The Rebuild: Inside the Montreal (Premieres September 18)

The eight-episode, one-hour Crave Original docuseries offers a rare, inside look at the Montreal Canadiens 2023-2024 season, as they set out to re-establish themselves as an NHL powerhouse. The docuseries takes viewers up close with players, coaches, executives, and diehard Habs fans, and tells the behind-the-scenes story of a great sports organization undergoing profound change. From the season-opening golf tournament, to training camp, to the excitement of the home opener, exclusive interviews with the team’s elite players including Nick Suzuki, Cole Caulfield, Mike Matheson, Juraj Slafkovsky, and others, offer a glimpse into never-before-seen moments, both on and off the ice. The series is available to Crave audiences in English and French, with the English version featuring narration by Canadian media personality George Stroumboulopoulos.

The Penguin (Premieres September 19)

Starring Colin Farrell as Oz Cobb (aka “The Penguin”), the DC Studios series continues filmmaker Matt Reeves’ The Batman epic crime saga that began with Warner Bros. Pictures’ global blockbuster The Batman. Developed by showrunner Lauren LeFranc, the series centres on the character played by Farrell in the film, and also stars Cristin Milioti, and Rhenzy Feliz. 

So Long, Marianne (Premieres September 27)

Debuting days after what would have been the Canadian singer-songwriter and poet Leonard Cohen’s 90th birthday, the eight-part series delves into the legendary love story between Cohen, and Norwegian Marianne Ihlen, that inspired countless Cohen songs. Set in the 1960s in Greece, Norway, and Canada, tells an intimate tale of two lonely people falling in love, during a period of their life when they are trying to figure out who they are, and their place in the world, while one is becoming one of the most famous singers of all time. Starring Alex Wolff as Cohen and Thea Sofie Loch Næss as Marianne, plus Anna Torv and Noah Taylor. 

Chris Redd: Why Am I Like This? (Premieres September 27)

In his first one-hour stand-up comedy special, Chris Redd returns to his hometown of St. Louis to highlight pivotal parts of his life that made him into the person he is today. Redd’s comedic stylings explore his days of living like Jay-Z’s “Big Pimpin’” music video, realizing he’d been chasing someone else’s dreams — the NBA, SNL, and becoming the next Notorious B.I.G., and how his therapist taught him that even if he’ll never be tall enough to dunk, he can still grow as a person.

Still from Agatha All Along (Image: Disney+)

Disney+ Canada

Tell Me Lies, Season 2 (Premieres September 4)

Season 2 picks up as Lucy Albright (Grace Van Patten) and Stephen DeMarco (Jackson White) return to college, not speaking after their dramatic breakup at the start of the summer. Yet while very much at odds, they find themselves in a new version of their addictive dynamic – which is as infuriating as it is inescapable. Meanwhile, the story expands deeper into the lives of Lucy and Stephen’s friend group, as the fallout from Season 1 impacts all of their lives in unexpected ways.

The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives (Premieres September 6)

The series follows the lives of several influencers, all of whom are Mormon moms, in the aftermath of a swinging sex scandal exposed by self-proclaimed creator of #MomTalk Taylor Frankie Paul.

Muslim Matchmaker (Premieres September 12)

Follows Muslim Americans as they navigate cultural customs and showcase the tremendous diversity within the community while looking for modern love. 

How to Die Alone, Season 1 (Premieres September 13)

The series follows a woman who has never been in love, and decides to change her life after a near-death experience.

In Vogue: The 90s (Premieres September 13)

Tells the definitive story of the fashion industry in the 90s through the eyes of Vogue editors, Hamish Bowles, Edward Enninful, Tonne Goodman and Anna Wintour.

FX’s The Old Man, Season 2 (Premieres September 13)

In Season 2, former CIA agent Dan Chase (Jeff Bridges) and former FBI Assistant Director Harold Harper (John Lithgow) set off to recover Emily Chase (Alia Shawkat) after she is kidnapped. As the stakes rise and secrets are uncovered, Emily finds herself in an identity crisis with dire implications, and Zoe McDonald (Amy Brenneman) makes surprising moves into Chase’s world.

Dancing with the Stars, Season 33 (Premieres September 17)

Dancing with the Stars returns with their 33rd season with new contestants. 

After Baywatch: Moment in the Sun (Premieres September 18)

Through dozens of new cast interviews and never-before-seen footage, this docuseries unpacks how the show captured the mythology of California's beach culture, set physical beauty standards for an entire generation, and capitalized on the adage “sex sells.”

Marvel Television’s Agatha All Along (Premieres September 18)

The infamous Agatha Harkness finds herself powerless after a suspicious goth Teen breaks her free from a distorted spell. Her interest is piqued when he begs her to take him on the legendary Witches’ Road, a magical gauntlet of trials that, if survived, rewards witches with what they need. Together, Agatha and the Teen pull together a desperate coven, and set off down, down, down The Road.

FX’s American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez (Premieres September 18)

The 10-episode limited series charts the rise and fall of NFL superstar Aaron Hernandez and explores the disparate strands of his identity, his family, his career, his suicide and their legacy in sports and American culture.

Out There: Crimes of the Paranormal (Premieres September 24)

The new anthology documentary series brings eight true crime cases with shocking encounters with the paranormal world – through eyewitness accounts, expert interviews, and all-new investigations. In each case, amidst an agonizing search for answers, one rumor emerges from the pack: something inhuman is afoot. These in-depth investigations transport us to towns and cities across North America, where we speak to individuals with eyewitness accounts and first-person details about the extraordinary, supernatural events that changed their lives forever.

She Taught Love (Premieres September 27)

Despite their worst instincts, Mali and Frank are inescapably drawn to one another. As Mali is forced to face her mortality, the clock begins to tick. The two must learn to rely on each other, choosing to love and live for the moment, even if that's all they get.

FX’s Social Studies (Premieres September 28)

Over the course of a school year, the series explores students in Los Angeles who deal with bullying, racism, beauty standards, sexuality and making life-changing decisions.

Still from His Three Daughters (Image: Netflix)

Netflix Canada

Chestnut vs. Kobayashi: Unfinished Beef (Premieres September 2)

Watch live on Sept. 2 as hot dog-eating champion Joey Chestnut faces off against rival Takeru Kobayashi in the ultimate wiener-takes-all competition.

Outlast, Season 2 (Premieres September 4)

A raw survival competition series where 16 lone wolf experts are dropped in the Alaskan wilderness and must outlast each other in a battle for a million dollar payout. There's only one rule in this cut throat game: they must be part of a team to win.

The Perfect Couple (Premieres September 5)

Amelia is about to marry into one of the wealthiest families on Nantucket, until a shocking death derails the wedding — and turns everyone into a suspect. Nicole Kidman and Liev Schreiber lead a stellar cast in this delicious whodunit based on Elin Hilderbrand's New York Times bestselling novel.

Rebel Ridge (Premieres September 6)

A former Marine grapples his way through a web of small-town corruption when an attempt to post bail for his cousin escalates into a violent standoff with the local police chief.

Selling Sunset, Season 8 (Premieres September 6)

Glam looks. Fierce clashes. Stunning homes. It's business as usual for The Oppenheim Group as they welcome a new agent and bid farewell to a dear friend.

Jack Whitehall: Fatherhood with My Father (Premieres September 10)

Jack Whitehall and his father embark on a globe-trotting trip to find answers to the big questions facing the comedian after becoming a dad.

The Circle, Season 7 (Premieres September 11)

Blue ribbon-winning bakers from state fairs across the US face off for the first time in an epic baking showdown to win top honors and $100,000.

Emily in Paris, Season 4 Part 2 (Premieres September 12)

Emily has everything she wants, but is it what she needs? From skiing in the French Alps to taking a Roman holiday, she's ready for her next adventure.

Into the Fire: The Lost Daughter (Premieres September 12)

A mother finds herself drawn into a labyrinth of unanswered questions when she discovers the daughter she gave up for adoption many years ago has disappeared.

Uglies (Premieres September 13)

In a futuristic dystopia with enforced beauty standards, a teen awaiting mandatory cosmetic surgery embarks on a journey to find her missing friend.

What's Next? The Future with Bill Gates (Premieres September 18)

In What’s Next? The Future with Bill Gates, the tech visionary and global health and climate philanthropist invites viewers to join him on a learning journey to explore pressing issues facing our world today. Across five episodes, Gates delves into the promise and risks of artificial intelligence; the pervasive challenge of misinformation and the underlying complexity of defining truth in an era of social media; the scale of the climate crisis and the potential of cutting-edge technologies to solve it; the injustice of income inequality and the opportunities to tackle poverty; and how science and innovation is leading to cures for deadly diseases. Featuring insights and commentary from some of the world’s most renowned scientists, politicians, thinkers, journalists, medical professionals, artists and more, and executive produced by Oscar winner Morgan Neville (20 Feet From Stardom), What’s Next? offers a glimpse into a more promising and equitable future.

Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story (Premieres September 19)

Following the massive success of Dahmer, Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan’s true-crime anthology series returns with Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, chronicling the case of the real-life brothers who were convicted in 1996 for the murders of their parents, José and Mary Louise “Kitty” Menendez. 

His Three Daughters (Premieres September 20)

Three estranged sisters reunite in their ailing father's New York City apartment during his final days. Natasha Lyonne, Elizabeth Olsen and Carrie Coon star in this affecting drama from writer-director Azazel Jacobs.

Nobody Wants This (Premieres September 26)

Sparks fly between an outspoken podcaster and a newly single rabbi in this comedy series starring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody.

Will & Harper (Premieres September 27)

When Will Ferrell’s good friend of 30 years, Harper Steele comes out as a trans woman, the pair embark on a road trip to process this new stage in their friendship and reintroduce Harper to the country she loves as her authentic self.

Still from A Very Royal Scandal (Image: Prime Video)

Prime Video

Neighbours, Season 2 (Premieres September 2)

The continuation of the long-running series—about the lives, loves, and challenges of the residents on Ramsay Street in Erinsborough, Australia, a fictional suburb of Melbourne.

Mothers' Instinct (Premieres September 3)

Starring Academy Award winners Jessica Chastain and Anne Hathaway, is an unnerving psychological thriller about two best friends and neighbors, Alice and Céline, whose perfect lives in ‘60s suburbia are shattered by a tragic accident involving one of their children. 

Elisabeth Rioux: Unfiltered (Premieres September 6)

After launching her swimwear brand at just 17 years old, Elisabeth Rioux has become one of Canada's most successful young entrepreneurs and content creators with over 1.6M followers and counting. Elisabeth Rioux: Unfiltered offers a candid exploration of the woman behind the brand, revealing the ups and downs she faces as she strives to handle the intense pressure of it all. Friends Claudia Tihan, Rémi Desgagné, Marilou Laperrière and her family are by her side as they help her navigate her booming business. Filmed in Montreal and throughout Quebec, the series travels to Miami, Costa Rica and Italy to capture an unparalleled look into the dynamic world of Elisabeth Rioux. 

Call Me Bae (Premieres September 6)

Downsized from heiress to hustler, 'Bae' discovers her most valuable assets aren't her diamonds, but her street-smart style. Broke, but refusing to be broken, she navigates the newsrooms of Mumbai and her better self while breaking news

A Very Royal Scandal (Premieres September 19)

One night. One hour. One interview that sent shockwaves around the globe. The Amazon Original series Based on the real-life 2019 interview between Emily Maitlis and Prince Andrew over the scandalous accusations he faced regarding his involvement with Jeffrey Epstein and Virginia Giuffre. A Very Royal Scandal follows the action of Maitlis and Prince Andrew in the lead-up to the interview, the ground-breaking event itself and the many questions left in its wake that would change their lives forever.

The Tragically Hip: No Dress Rehearsal (Premieres September 20)

The docuseries is a love story between the iconic band  and the country they call home. With never before seen personal and archival footage, the Canadian rock'n'roll legends share the story of their unique, complicated and wildly successful musical brotherhood. Forty years of hits and misses, friendship and frustration, triumph and tragedy, the docuseries features unseen performances, unreleased music and unprecedented access to The Hip.

Evolution Of The Black Quarterback (Premieres September 24)

This eight-part docuseries features former quarterback Michael Vick in conversation with former and current football players and coaches, including Patrick Mahomes, Cam Newton, Tony Dungy, Andy Reid and Doug Williams. Vick will also speak with celebrities, journalists and cultural figures about their perspective of the game and evolving culture.

Killer Heat (Premieres September 26)

On a remote Greek island, twin brothers (Richard Madden) are caught in a violent love triangle. A damaged detective known as “The Jealousy Man” (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) is brought in to investigate the case.

Previously Saved Version (Premieres September 27)

Set in the year 2200 A.D., the story unfolds in a future where human migration to space and advanced technology enable memory manipulation. Naoki and Mayumi, who live in a luxury floating residence in space, are the perfect couple that anyone would admire at first glance. Mayumi enjoys ceramics as a hobby, while Naoki is devoted to his own research. They are a peaceful, ideal couple who enjoy elegant music, cooking, and dining in the dining room. However, their true nature is the distorted love of the husband, Naoki, who seeks revenge from his wife who used to love him back in the days when he used to love her, and repeatedly turns her into an android to pursue and recreate his own ideal. This psychopathic suspense romance depicts a "form of love" that could happen anywhere in the near future.