New on Streaming in September 2026 — Full List of Movies and Shows

• Julie Andrews has announced her retirement from on-screen acting, marking the end of a storied cinematic career. • Other entertainment highlights include Dolly Parton's creation of a musical time capsule and a report on a Christian actress discovering the gospel through "The Phantom of the Opera."

• A retrospective list commemorates several high-profile celebrities who passed away during 2026. • The notable figures mentioned include actors Hayden Panettiere, James Van Der Beek, Catherine O’Hara, and Chuck Norris.

• Asia has overtaken North America and Europe as the global leader in streaming scripted series orders during the first half of 2026. • According to research from Ampere Analysis, Asia accounted for 36% of all "first-run scripted" greenlights between January and June.

• Mediacorp secured six wins at the Asia Podcast Awards 2026, held in Jakarta on Thursday, September 3. • Key accolades included the Best Health and Wellness Podcast for "Age of Anxiety" and the Podcast Thought Leader/Innovator of the Year award for CNA Podcasts’ Junaini Johari.

• Traditional Hollywood studios and networks are losing their long-standing role as the primary gatekeepers of American cultural relevance. • The shift is driven by the rise of streaming platforms and social media, which allow content to reach mass audiences without traditional industry approval.

• Lan Hongchun's Teochew-language film 'Dear You' will be released across the U.S. and Canada on September 4, distributed by Well Go USA Entertainment. • The North American launch follows a global rollout in markets including Hong Kong, Singapore, and Malaysia, with future releases planned for the U.K., France, and Japan.

• For the first time, the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region has surpassed North America and Europe to become the world's largest market for streaming series orders. • Driven by record commissioning activity from giants like Netflix and Amazon, growth is centered in India, South Korea, and Japan, with emerging activity in Taiwan and the Philippines.

• Madonna, 68, has shared new images featuring a voluminous blonde hairstyle and makeup look that draws comparisons to Pamela Anderson. • The pop star is garnering attention for her remarkably smooth complexion and transformed appearance in the recent photos.

• George Clooney was honored as the Venice Film Festival commenced, providing a rare high-profile American presence at the event. • The festival faced a significant lack of participation from major Hollywood studios, as well as streaming giants Amazon and Netflix.

• Reliance's JioHotstar is expanding its streaming services into international markets, specifically launching in the UK, Canada, and Singapore. • The global rollout will focus exclusively on entertainment content, intentionally excluding sports programming from these regions.

• A preview for the Fall 2026 television season highlights 38 upcoming series across streaming and cable platforms. • Key titles include a new adaptation of 'Pride and Prejudice' on Netflix, a comedy series from Sharon Horgan on HBO, and horror-themed shows like 'Carrie' and 'Crystal Lake'.