Netflix is set to release a varied lineup of films and television series in September 2026, featuring documentaries, true crime, and new installments of popular franchises. Among the notable releases is "Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story," the latest addition to Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan's anthology series, which will focus on the infamous historical figure.
Documentaries and True Crime
The streaming service will also debut "Untold Raygun: Breaking Badly," a documentary examining the aftermath of Rachael Gunn's viral appearance at the 2024 Paris Olympics and the subsequent misinformation surrounding her participation. Following this is "Turning Point: Generation 9/11," a documentary exploring the lives of individuals shaped by the events of September 11th, 25 years later. The series will feature the experiences of children who lost parents, journalists who covered the War on Terror, and those affected by the withdrawal from Afghanistan.
For true crime enthusiasts, "The Widower: ‘Til Death Do Us Part" will investigate a decades-long pattern of alleged crimes by a charismatic individual. The series comes from Chris Smith, known for "Tiger King." Additionally, "UNABOMBER" will delve into the transformation of Ted Kaczynski from a Harvard prodigy to the notorious figure, with Jacob Tremblay portraying Kaczynski and Russell Crowe as Professor Henry Murray.
New Dramas and Returning Series
"The Gentlemen," a returning series, will continue the story of expanding a criminal empire, with characters facing higher stakes and difficult choices. Another new series, "Earle Meets World," will follow Gen-Z influencer Alix Earle as she navigates her burgeoning business career. Tyler Perry's "Why Did I Get Married Again?" brings back the original couples to celebrate a wedding, prompting reflections on their relationships.
"The Perfect Lie" introduces a thriller about a family drawn into an exclusive club where secrets and deception lie beneath a veneer of perfection. "Crew Girl" centers on a competitive rower who takes on coaching a boys' crew team at an elite prep school after a family scandal. "Best of the Best" will explore the intense world of competitive Bollywood-fusion dance as two best friends vie for a national championship.
Finally, "The Final Problem," a murder mystery set in 1959, will strand thirteen individuals on a small island where a death prompts an investigation by a retired actor who once played Sherlock Holmes.