All the TV shows coming to Netflix this September

September remains a strong month for new television arrivals, and Netflix’s 2019 slate offered an unusually wide range of scripted series, documentaries, and animated titles. Viewers looking for fresh drama, true-crime stories, and family-friendly animation found plenty to sample. The month also underscored how quickly streaming libraries evolve, with many of those September additions later shaping conversations about limited series and long-running franchises alike.

September 1st

LooLoo Kids: Johny & Friends Musical Adventures S1

Johny and friends take viewers on a music-filled adventure. The bright colors and sing-along format appealed to families seeking quick, energetic episodes.

Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. S6

The team of agents continues to investigate unusual events worldwide, bringing another season of Marvel-flavored action and character crossovers.

Moving Art S3

Louie Schwartzberg’s nature series returns with hypnotic visuals that highlight landscapes and wildlife in striking detail.

Scream: The TV Series Season 3 (2019)

The masked killer returns for another round of teen suspense, mixing mystery with occasional dark humor drawn from the film franchise.

Serial Killer with Piers Morgan S1 (2017)

Piers Morgan sits down with convicted serial killers to explore motives and personal histories behind the crimes.

The Walking Dead S9

Survivors navigate an increasingly fractured post-apocalyptic society in another season of the long-running drama.

September 10th

Shameless S9 (2011 – )

The Gallagher clan deals with politics, family upheaval, and personal reckonings, including Fiona’s departure from the household.

September 13th

I’m Sorry S2 (2017 – )

Comedian Andrea Savage plays a writer and mother juggling career demands and domestic life with sharp observational humor.

September 15th

Surviving R. Kelly S1 (2019)

Survivors and associates recount allegations that reshaped public perception of the R&B singer’s career.

September 24th

American Horror Story: Apocalypse (2018)

Nuclear devastation forces familiar characters from previous seasons into a survival scenario laced with Ryan Murphy’s signature twists.

September 27th

Locked Up S4 (2015 – 2019)

A woman imprisoned after a romantic betrayal fights to clear her name inside a Spanish women’s prison.

September 30th

Gotham S5 (2014 – 2019)

Jim Gordon contends with Gotham City’s most notorious villains in the final season of the Batman prequel series.

Reception and Legacy of 2019 Netflix Releases

Several September 2019 titles have since concluded their runs and accumulated measurable audience response. Unbelievable earned a 98 percent approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes as a limited series. The I-Land received an 8 percent approval rating and drew widespread criticism. The Politician was envisioned as a three-season story, yet Season 3 remains unreleased as of 2026. These outcomes illustrate how Netflix’s 2019 slate ranged from critical standouts to quick disappointments.

Where Are They Now: 2019 Cast and Creators

Kaitlyn Dever, who led Unbelievable, moved into additional high-profile film and television roles after the miniseries aired. Ryan Murphy’s productions, including The Politician, helped establish a template for glossy ensemble dramas that later Netflix projects continued to explore. Sacha Baron Cohen’s performance in The Spy reinforced his range beyond comedy, leading to further dramatic opportunities.

True Crime and Documentary Highlights from September 2019

Surviving R. Kelly and Unbelievable both examined real-world allegations and investigative processes. The two projects contributed to Netflix’s expansion of nonfiction programming that year. Inside Bill’s Brain: Decoding Bill Gates focused on the entrepreneur’s philanthropic efforts and problem-solving approach. These entries reflected growing viewer interest in investigative and biographical formats.

Animated and Family Content Additions

Archibald’s Next Big Thing, Dragons: Rescue Riders, and The Last Kids on Earth joined the library in September 2019. Each series targeted younger viewers with colorful animation and straightforward adventure premises. The additions gave families multiple options for weekend viewing without leaving the platform.

Collectively, the September 2019 additions showcased Netflix’s willingness to balance prestige drama, true-crime examinations, and lighter animated fare. Many of those titles later informed how the service approached limited series and nonfiction programming in subsequent years. Viewers revisiting the month’s lineup can trace both the platform’s experimentation and the lasting impact of several standout releases.