August was full with its own fair share of surprises on Netflix, and September looks even more promising. At first glance, the month may not seem as packed, but this streamer is keeping its promise on delivering new original films and shows every week. From the neon action-thriller Kate to modern horror visionary Mike Flanagan’s Midnight Mass, Netflix is not to be underestimated this fall season.
In terms of returning originals, season 3 of Sex Education and the final seasons of Lucifer and Dear White People will definitely dominate social trends and have longtime fans talking. In the the more classic department, subscribers can look forward to the addition of Do the Right Thing, Labyrinth, and the entire Jaws franchise. There are plenty of more deserving titles arriving in the month, so without further ado, let’s dive into our top recs and the whole list of everything coming to and leaving Netflix in September 2021. You can also find all the new monthly arrivals and departures for HBO Max, Hulu, and Disney+ right here on DiscussingFilm.
Our Recs:
Worth
Based on true events that unfolded during the aftermath of 9/11, Worth follows lawyer Kenneth Feinberg (Michael Keaton) as he faces cynicism and bureaucracy in the fight to financially compensate families who lost loved ones during the attacks, raising the pivotal question, well, just how much is a life really worth? Having premiered at last year’s Sundance Film Festival, it’s taken too long for this story to reach the masses. Up for a gripping and emotional political drama with heart? In the mood for another great performance from Michael Keaton? This will surely impress.
Worth hits Netflix September 3!
Kate
The latest in Netflix’s never-ending slate of original films, Kate follows a ruthless criminal operative (Mary Elizabeth Winstead) who after being fatally poisoned, has a single day to exact revenge on her enemies. While on this journey, she forms an unexpected bond with the daughter of a past victim. If you’re looking for more original action thrillers that are easily digestible and make for a relatively quick watch, Kate should get the job done. It’s also got Woody Harrelson and neon-lit set pieces, more than enough to get you through the day.
Kate debuts on Netflix September 10!
Sex Education Season 3
After more than an year without a peep, Sex Education returns with a third season that follows Otis (Asa Butterfield), Maeve (Emma Mackey), Eric (Ncuti Gatwa), and their friends as they traverse the highs and lows of their final year of school. Fans who have been dying for this show’s comeback should have no problem quickly diving back in. Interested in jumping on board? This quirky, irreverent comedy boasts effervescent character dynamics, making for an addicting binge. There’s plenty of time to catch up before the new episodes drop.
Season 3 of Sex Education premieres on Netflix September 17!
Dear White People Vol. 4
The final edition of the well-known hit, the fourth volume of Dear White People pulls a daring twist by taking the route of a full-on musical, infusing the entire season with fruitful song and dance numbers from start to finish. The wait for another continuation of Dear White People was a little too long, so this decision to end off on a high note (literally) shocked many loyal viewers. Will the series graciously bow off stage or perhaps overstay its welcome? What is known for sure is that both casual and dedicated fans alike will once again unite to revel in the show’s complexities, but this time it will be for the last, hopefully in a bittersweet way.
Dear White People Volume 4 lands on Netflix September 22!
Midnight Mass
Following The Haunting of Hill House and Bly Manor, horror mastermind Mike Flanagan returns with a new Netflix original series poised to captivate audiences to the fullest. In Midnight Mass, the arrival of a charismatic priest brings miracles, mysteries, and renewed religious fervor to a dying town. Flanagan fans will rejoice for many recognizable faces are coming back for another deadly time, including Kate Siegel, Rahul Kohli, and Annabeth Gish. For those who are looking for a frightening binge before the month of October officially kicks off, this is your best best.
Midnight Mass drops on Netflix September 24!
Netflix’s Arrivals for September 2021
Coming September 1
How to Be a Cowboy – Netflix Series
Turning Point: 9/11 and the War on Terror – Netflix Documentary
A Cinderella Story
Agatha Christie’s Crooked House
Barbie Big City Big Dreams
Blade Runner: The Final Cut (1982)
The Blue Lagoon (1980)
Chappie
Clear and Present Danger
Cliffhanger
Cold Mountain
Crocodile Dundee in Los Angeles
Dear John
Do the Right Thing
Freedom Writers
Green Lantern
House Party
House Party 2
House Party 3
The Interview
Kid-E-Cats: Season 2
Labyrinth
Letters to Juliet
Love Don’t Cost a Thing (2003)
Mars Attacks!
Marshall
Mystery Men
The Nutty Professor
The Nutty Professor II: The Klumps
Once Upon a Time in America
Open Season 2
Rhyme & Reason
School of Rock
Tears of the Sun
Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins
Coming September 2
Afterlife of the Party – Netflix Film
Final Account
Q-Force – Netflix Series
Coming September 3
Dive Club – Netflix Family
Money Heist Part 5: Volume 1 – Netflix Series
Sharkdog – Netflix Family
Worth – Netflix Film
Coming September 6
Countdown: Inspiration 4 Mission to Space – Netflix Documentary
Coming September 7
Kid Cosmic: Season 2 – Netflix Family
Octonauts: Above & Beyond – Netflix Family
On the Verge – Netflix Series
Untold: Breaking Point – Netflix Documentary
Coming September 8
The Circle: Season 3 – Netflix Series (New Episodes Weekly)
Into the Night: Season 2 – Netflix Series
JJ+E – Netflix Film
Coming September 9
Blood Brothers: Malcolm X & Muhammad Ali – Netflix Documentary
The Women and the Murderer – Netflix Documentary
Coming September 10
Firedrake the Silver Dragon – Netflix Family
Kate – Netflix Film
Lucifer: The Final Season – Netflix Series
Metal Shop Masters – Netflix Series
Pokémon Master Journeys: The Series – Netflix Family
Prey – Netflix Film
Yowamushi Pedal
Yowamushi Pedal Grande Road
Coming September 14
A StoryBots Space Adventure – Netflix Family
Jack Whitehall: Travels with My Father: Season 5 – Netflix Series
The World’s Most Amazing Vacation Rentals: Season 2 – Netflix Series
You vs. Wild: Out Cold – Netflix Family
Coming September 15
Nailed It!: Season 6 – Netflix Series
Nightbooks – Netflix Film
Saved by the Bell: Seasons 1-9
Schumacher – Netflix Documentary
Too Hot To Handle Latino – Netflix Series (New Episodes Weekly)
Coming September 16
He-Man and the Masters of the Universe – Netflix Family
Jaws
Jaws 2
Jaws 3
Jaws: The Revenge
My Heroes Were Cowboys
Coming September 17
Ankahi Kahaniya – Netflix Film
Chicago Party Aunt – Netflix Series
The Father Who Moves Mountains – Netflix Film
Sex Education: Season 3 – Netflix Series
Squid Game – Netflix Series
The Stronghold – Netflix Film
Coming September 19
Dark Skies
Coming September 20
Grown Ups
Coming September 21
Go! Go! Cory Carson: Chrissy Takes the Wheel – Netflix Family
Love on the Spectrum: Season 2 – Netflix Series
Coming September 22
Confessions of an Invisible Girl – Netflix Film
Dear White People: Volume 4 – Netflix Series
Intrusion – Netflix Film
Jaguar – Netflix Series
Monsters Inside: The 24 Faces of Billy Milligan – Netflix Documentary
Coming September 23
Je Suis Karl – Netflix Film
Coming September 24
Blood & Water: Season 2 – Netflix Series
Ganglands (Braqueurs) – Netflix Series
Jailbirds New Orleans – Netflix Series
Midnight Mass – Netflix Series
My Little Pony: A New Generation – Netflix Family
The Starling – Netflix Film
Vendetta: Truth, Lies and The Mafia – Netflix Documentary
Coming September 28
Ada Twist, Scientist – Netflix Family
Attack of the Hollywood Clichés! – Netflix Comedy Special
Coming September 29
The Chestnut Man – Netflix Series
Friendzone – Netflix Film
MeatEater: Season 10, Part 1 – Netflix Series
No One Gets Out Alive – Netflix Film
Polly Pocket: Season 3, Part 1
Sounds Like Love – Netflix Film
Coming September 30
Love 101: Season 2 – Netflix Series
Luna Park – Netflix Series
The Phantom
Leaving Netflix in September
This list of titles leaving Netflix this September isn’t too long, but still features some recognizable names. Fans will have to sadly say goodbye to The Karate Kid, and Austin Powers trilogy. A slew of multiple seasons from different, fan-favorite Star Trek shows will also be departing. Finally, the loss of Scott Pilgrim vs. the World is a heavy blow. You can read our retrospective on the film here before giving it another re-watch. See the whole list of everything exiting Netflix in September below.
Leaving September 3
Kicking and Screaming
Leaving September 6
Midnight Special
Leaving September 7
Ripper Street (Seasons 1-5)
Leaving September 11
Turbo
Leaving September 12
I’m Sorry (Seasons 1-2)
Leaving September 14
Pawn Stars (Season 2)
Leaving September 15
Angry Birds (Seasons 1-2)
As Above, So Below
Scott Pilgrim vs. the World
Leaving September 16
Penny Dreadful (Seasons 1-3)
Leaving September 18
Beauty & The Beast (Seasons 1-4)
Leaving September 26
The Grandmaster
Leaving September 30
Air Force One
Austin Powers in Goldmember
Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery
Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me
Boogie Nights
Cradle 2 the Grave
Evil: Season 1
Fools Rush In
Insidious
The Karate Kid
The Karate Kid Part II
The Karate Kid Part III
Kung Fu Panda
Kung Fu Panda 2
No Strings Attached
The Pianist
Prom Night
The Queen
Star Trek
Star Trek: Enterprise (Seasons 1-4)
Star Trek (Seasons 1-3)
Star Trek: Voyager (Seasons 1-7)
The Unicorn (Season 1)
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