September’s streaming slate flips the calendar: blockbusters, A24 fare and buzzy indies hit major platforms this month. Disney’s live-action blockbuster arrives early, Spike Lee and Denzel’s festival favorite moves to Apple TV+, and A24’s spring hits expand to HBO Max. I’ll walk you through the Top 8 films, each with release date, platform and one reason to queue it now — so you can decide what to watch this week. If you loved summer movies, these eight will either extend the season or surprise you.
What September 2025 Streaming Drops Mean For Your Watchlist Today
- Lilo & Stitch Debuts Sept. 3 On Disney+; studio’s only $1.0B 2025 grosser.
- Highest 2 Lowest Arrives Sept. 5 On Apple TV+ After August theatrical run.
- Friendship Streams Sept. 5 On HBO Max; A24 indie earned $16M domestically.
- Multiple A24 titles and festival films hit streaming across Sept. 5–26, widening choices.
Top 8 Streaming Movies In September 2025 — Dates, Platforms, Why They Matter
#1 — Lilo & Stitch (Sept. 3, Disney+): Why Disney’s $1B Hit Still Matters At Home
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Variety notes the live-action Lilo & Stitch, Hollywood’s only $1.0 billion grosser in 2025, arrives on Disney+ Sept. 3. If you loved the summer box-office spectacle, this is the family blockbuster to stream first — expect big production values and a familiar emotional core.
#2 — Highest 2 Lowest (Sept. 5, Apple TV+): Spike Lee + Denzel — A Festival Hit Lands On Streaming
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Spike Lee’s New York–set spin on Kurosawa’s classic lands on Apple TV+ Sept. 5 after a limited August release. Variety highlights strong Cannes reviews; fans of prestige thrillers should stream this for Denzel Washington’s headline performance.
#3 — Friendship (Sept. 5, HBO Max): A24’s Cult Comedy That Scored $16M
A24’s black comedy starring Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd hits HBO Max Sept. 5; it grossed $16M domestically and built early cult buzz. If you like off‑kilter humor with a dark edge, this one scratches that itch and rewards repeat viewings.
#4 — Warfare (Sept. 12, HBO Max): Alex Garland’s Real-Time Thriller Moves To Streaming
Alex Garland’s combat thriller joins HBO Max Sept. 12, offering tense, real-time action built from festival attention. Watch if you want a high-concept war film that’s leaner than big studio spectacles.
#5 — Dangerous Animals (Sept. 5, Shudder): Cannes-Hyped Horror To Stream Early
Shudder adds the shark‑obsessed serial‑killer horror Dangerous Animals on Sept. 5, a Cannes standout. Horror fans craving fresh festival scares will want this early in the month.
#6 — Ice Road: Vengeance (Sept. 15, Netflix): Liam Neeson’s High-Altitude Action For Streaming Fans
Liam Neeson’s ice-road sequel arrives on Netflix Sept. 15 after theatrical runs, promising survival thrills across extreme terrain. If you stream for action set‑pieces, this is the easy late‑summer adrenaline fix.
#7 — The Man In My Basement (Sept. 26, Hulu): Walter Mosley Adaptation Heads To Hulu
Adapted from Walter Mosley, this mystery/drama with Willem Dafoe and Corey Hawkins streams Sept. 26 on Hulu after festival play. Expect literary tension and a slow-burn payoff — a good pick if you prefer character-driven suspense.
#8 — All Of You (Sept. 26, Apple TV+): Brett Goldstein’s Romance Lands For Fall Viewing
Written by and starring Brett Goldstein, this Apple TV+ romance debuts Sept. 26 and pairs Goldstein with Imogen Poots. If you liked sharp, character-forward rom‑coms, add this to your queue for late‑September comfort viewing.
3 Numbers That Explain September’s Streaming Momentum
| KPI | Value + Unit | Change/Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Lilo & Stitch Box Office | $1.0 B | Only U.S. billion-dollar grosser of 2025 |
| Friendship Domestic Gross | $16 M | Strong indie performance pre-streaming |
| A Working Man Opening | $15.2 M | Late‑spring surprise that boosts streaming interest |
Streaming interest rises as theatrical winners and A24 titles move to platforms quickly.
What These 8 Releases Mean For Your Fall 2025 Queue (When To Watch)
These eight films show one clear shift: studios are fast‑tracking successful theatrical titles to streaming, and indie/festival favourites follow closely to broaden platform catalogs. If you want guaranteed crowd-pleasers, watch Lilo & Stitch (Sept. 3) and Ice Road: Vengeance (Sept. 15) early; for conversation pieces, queue Highest 2 Lowest and Friendship on Sept. 5 and save the Mosley adaptation for a slow‑burn weekend on Sept. 26.
Sources
- https://variety.com/lists/best-movies-streaming-september-2025/
- https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/netflix-september-2025-new-releases-movies-tv-1236356581/
- https://ew.com/2025-movie-release-premiere-dates-8764750/
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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.