Netflix unveils star-studded September slate

Netflix NFLX ↘ 2.87% has unveiled an impressive September 2025 lineup featuring the highly anticipated return of Wednesday Season 2 Part 2, premiering September 3rd. The streaming giant's fall content slate positions it for strong subscriber engagement with a mix of original series, beloved classics, and star-studded thrillers.

The month's standout programming begins with Wednesday Season 2 Part 2, continuing Jenna Ortega's breakout performance as the iconic character. Following the cliffhanger ending of Part 1, viewers can expect Wednesday to confront her prophecy while attempting to save Enid's life and face off against Tyler, who has escaped and plans revenge. The series has become one of Netflix's most-watched titles of all time.exclaim+2

Star Power and New Originals Drive September Slate

Lady Gaga's surprise appearance at Netflix and Spotify's Wednesday Graveyard Gala in New York City generated significant buzz when she announced her new song "The Dead Dance," set to release September 3rd alongside the series premiere. According to Rolling Stone, Gaga confirmed her involvement in the show, expressing enthusiasm about collaborating with Tim Burton and the cast. The pop superstar plays Rosaline Rotwood, a legendary Nevermore teacher who crosses paths with Wednesday Addams.gizmodo+1

Black Rabbit, starring Jason Bateman and Jude Law as estranged brothers running a secretive New York nightclub, debuts September 18th. The eight-episode limited series explores the volatile relationship between the siblings as old traumas and new dangers threaten their underground empire. Bateman, who also directs the first two episodes, described it as a story about brothers "who love each other but don't match".netflix+2

Classic Films and International Hits Round Out Lineup

Netflix's September content strategy includes a robust selection of beloved films arriving September 1st. The complete Shrek franchise joins the platform alongside E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, La La Land, Bridesmaids, and the Amazing Spider-Man films. The Shrek collection represents a nostalgia play targeting millennials, according to What's On Netflix, which called it "the defining millennial animation movie".rollingstone+2

The month concludes with Alice in Borderland Season 3 on September 25th. The Japanese survival thriller returns Arisu and Usagi to the deadly games after Usagi is abducted by a mysterious scholar obsessed with the afterlife. The series has been Netflix's most-watched Japanese title globally, making its return one of the platform's biggest international bets for fall.thepinknews+1

Additionally, Netflix will broadcast the Canelo Álvarez vs. Terence Crawford boxing match live on September 13th, supported by the docuseries Countdown: Canelo v Crawford. This represents the streaming service's continued expansion into live sports programming.cosmopolitan+1

The September lineup signals Netflix's strategy of balancing franchise content, original productions, and licensed classics to maintain subscriber growth amid increased streaming competition.