September’s calendar is delivering shocks, nostalgia and surprise streaming hits — and one trailer just turned the month into appointment viewing. From a horror franchise eyeing a big opening to family favorites landing on Disney+ and unexpected catalog explosions on Netflix, this guide sorts the 7 titles you need to know now. Which premieres will you queue first — the scares that demand a midnight watch, or the comfort movies you’ll rewatch with the family? Read on for release dates, why each matters, and the streaming choices that could dominate watercooler chatter.
What To Watch This September: 7 Picks That Will Shape Your Month
- The Conjuring: Last Rites Eyes $80M global opening projection, industry tracking this week.
- Lilo & Stitch Lands On Disney+ Sept 3, boosting family viewership early month.
- The Fetus Secures North American release Sept 9, horror festival-to-theater rollout.
- Netflix sees catalog surges (Jason Statham, classic thrillers) driving unexpected Top 10 entries.
Top 7 Stream Picks For September 2025 You Can’t Ignore
#1 – The Conjuring’s Final Trailer Promises One Last Scare — Should You See It First?
The new trailer dropped in August and Deadline reports the franchise is tracking a projected $80M global opening — that’s huge for a September scare. If you love communal jump-scares, this one’s built for theaters first, then streaming chatter; will you brave opening weekend or wait for the streaming drop?
#2 – Lilo & Stitch Returns To Disney+ On Sept 3 — Family Nostalgia Or New Spin?
Variety lists Lilo & Stitch arriving on Disney+ Sept 3, a tidy win for family viewers and Gen Z nostalgia hunters. If you grew up on this, expect a streaming spike — and yes, bring tissues for the rewatch.
#3 – Black Rabbit Arrives On Netflix — Why This Star-Studded Drama Matters Today
Variety flags Black Rabbit (Jude Law/Jason Bateman) as a Netflix arrival this month, a serious awards-style property hitting a mass audience. Big names plus Netflix reach often equals heavy online buzz — will this one be watercooler fodder?
#4 – Stephen King’s The Long Walk Heads For Early September Release — Is It The Next King Hit?
Deadline notes Lionsgate’s Stephen King adaptation The Long Walk moving into an early-September window, positioning it for genre awards talk. If King’s tone is your thing, add this to the must-watch queue and see whether it outpaces other fall contenders.
#5 – The Fetus Horror Hits North America Sept 9 — Can Small Horror Break Big?
Deadline confirms The Fetus will open across the U.S. on Sept 9, a buzzy indie-to-theaters move that often translates into streaming cult status. Horror fans: want an early scarefest before streaming picks up the conversation?
#6 – Warfare And Other HBO Max Drops On Sept 12 — Blocky Action Meets Streaming Binge?
Variety lists Warfare arriving on HBO Max Sept 12, joining new-season and licensed titles that reshape weekly viewing habits. If you prefer pump-up action nights, this is designed for appointment watching and clip-driven social talk.
#7 – Streaming Catalog Surprises: Jason Statham And Classics Re-Entering Top 10s — Why You Should Care
Collider and others report older action films and Statham titles re-entering Top 10 streaming charts, proving discovery still moves the needle in 2025. These catalog rebounds matter — they show what audiences crave between premieres and what might trend on TikTok next.
The Numbers That Matter For September Stream Releases
| Title / Platform | Date | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| The Conjuring: Last Rites — Theaters | Sept (tracking) | $80M projected global opening |
| Lilo & Stitch — Disney+ | Sept 3, 2025 | Family catalog boost on launch day |
| The Fetus — North America theaters | Sept 9, 2025 | Festival horror goes wide quickly |
Audience interest centers on theatrical grosses and first-week streaming dates.
What These 7 Releases Mean For Your Watchlist This Fall
This slate turns September into a testing ground: horror aiming for box-office muscle, family catalogs reactivating older fandom, and surprise catalog hits proving discovery still rules streaming. Which release will dominate your group chat — the midnight theater scare or the nostalgic family streamer? Pick one, start a watch party, and see which title sparks the biggest reaction.
Sources
- https://deadline.com/2025/09/the-conjuring-last-rites-box-office-1236504914/
- https://variety.com/lists/best-movies-streaming-september-2025/
- https://deadline.com/2025/09/lauren-lavera-bill-moseley-horror-fetus-us-release-date-1236505068/
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Jessica Morrison is a seasoned entertainment writer with over a decade of experience covering television, film, and pop culture. After earning a degree in journalism from New York University, she worked as a freelance writer for various entertainment magazines before joining red94.net. Her expertise lies in analyzing television series, from groundbreaking dramas to light-hearted comedies, and she often provides in-depth reviews and industry insights. Outside of writing, Jessica is an avid film buff and enjoys discovering new indie movies at local festivals.