5 movies you must stream this September in the UK – including an “exceptional” crime thriller

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If you’re in search of some fresh films to enjoy at home this month, a variety of movies will be available on streaming platforms within the coming weeks.

Audience members have much to anticipate with the arrival of a remarkable new crime thriller featuring Denzel Washington and a recently acclaimed horror film hitting screens soon.

Here, Digital Spy rounds up five you must stream in September.

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Highest 2 Lowest

As a dedicated gamer, I’ve got to say, diving into Spike Lee’s latest masterpiece feels like leveling up in a high-stakes game. It’s a fresh take on Akira Kurosawa’s High and Low, where I find myself in the shoes of Denzel Washington, a powerful figure in the music industry. The plot thickens as I navigate through this immersive world, facing a tough moral dilemma while being caught up in a nail-biting ransom scheme. It’s an exhilarating rollercoaster ride that keeps me hooked from start to finish!

The film titled “Highest 2 Lowest” boasts performances from American Fiction’s Jeffrey Wright and rap artist ASAP Rocky, earning praise ever since its debut earlier in the year. Currently, it holds an impressive 89% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

The website RogerEbert.com described it as a remarkable work of personal cinema, and you’ll be able to watch it on Apple TV+ towards the end of the week.

Streaming on Apple TV+ from 5 September.

Nosferatu

Last year, we labeled Robert Eggers’s film “Nosferatu” as the top horror movie, and many others agreed! This critically acclaimed production boasts a remarkable 84% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

As an ardent admirer, I’m eager to share that this captivating reinterpretation unfolds the timeless narrative of a vampire captivated by a young woman, mirroring the essence of the iconic 1922 German silent movie masterpiece.

In addition to Bill Skarsgård and Lily-Rose Depp, the cast of Nosferatu includes Nicholas Hoult, Emma Corrin, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Willem Dafoe. This film is definitely worth keeping an eye on as the chilly winter evenings approach.

Streaming on Sky Cinema and NOW (with a Sky Cinema membership) from 12 September.

Dangerous Animals

In more relaxed terms, this newly released horror flick centers around a surfer who gets abducted by a shark-obsessed psychopath. The storyline follows her desperate struggle to break free before becoming the predator’s next meal among the dangerous sea creatures.

The film titled “Dangerous Animals” is directed by Sean Byrne, featuring notable actors such as Hassie Harrison, Jai Courtney, Josh Heuston, and Ella Newton in its cast.

The movie garnered praise, earning a noteworthy 86% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes. In a four-star review from Digital Spy, they described it as “uniquely different from any other serial killer horror film you’ve encountered.

Streaming on MGM+ from 12 September.

French Lover

In the forthcoming Netflix romantic comedy, Omar Sy from the series Lupin takes center stage. The plot revolves around a disillusioned actor who encounters a struggling waitress. As their relationship unfolds, they embark on a love story; however, whether it can withstand the limelight surrounding him is yet to be determined.

The film “French Lover” additionally features Sara Giraudeau and is helmed by director Lisa-Nina Rives, who previously served as a secondary unit director for the series “Lupin.

Anticipate a romantic film with genuine, charming, and emotionally moving qualities, as described by Netflix, which is sure to bring warmth during those chilly autumn days when the blues seem to set in.

Streaming on Netflix from 26 September.

All of You

This Apple TV+ romance, often referred to as a captivating blend of modern drama, brings together Ted Lasso’s Brett Goldstein and Imogen Poots from 28 Weeks Later. Their characters in this series are long-time friends who find themselves pondering the depth of their relationship beyond friendship.

In the film, Simon and Laura are central characters. Interestingly, Laura undergoes a test that reveals her ideal match, despite years of unspoken emotions between them. As their lives intersect over time, neither of them can ignore the sense that they’ve both missed an opportunity to share a life together.

Written in collaboration by Goldstein and director William Bridges, the film All of You showcases acting talents from Jenna Coleman, Zawe Ashton, Steven Cree, and Éva Magyar. Currently boasting an impressive 83% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, it has been praised by Cool Girl Critiques

Streaming on Apple TV+ from 26 September.

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2025-09-03 09:21