Everything New on HBO Max in September 2025

HBO Max is promoting a fresh crime series titled “Task” for September, created by Brad Ingelsby, who brought us “Mare of Easttown“. The series follows Mark Ruffalo as an FBI agent leading a task force with the mission to unravel a string of brutal robberies.

In addition, within the upcoming month, you can anticipate a documentary exploring Black television’s history, another delving into New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern’s life, as well as films “Warfare” and “Friendship,” which features Paul Rudd and Tim Robinson. Additionally, we have Sidney Lumet’s “Dog Day Afternoon,” Drew Goddard’s “The Cabin in the Woods,” and Ridley Scott’s “Prometheus” available for viewing.

Here’s everything coming to HBO Max in September 2025…

1st September:
– A Life of Her Own: Life Unbound
– Almost Christmas: Almost Holiday Time
– Barney’s World, Season 1D: Barnaby’s Realm, Season 1D
– Caged (1950): Locked Up (1950)
– Charley Chase Silent Shorts: Charley Chase’s Silent Cinema
– Children Who Chase Lost Voices: Kids in Search of Missing Sounds
– December 7th (1943): Day of Infamy (1943)
– Dog Day Afternoon: Hot Afternoon
– Emmanuelle (2024): Emmanuelle Reborn (2024)
– Evil Dead II (1987): Evil Dead Rises Again (1987)
– Fireworks (2017): Sparklers (2017)
– Fortune Favors Lady Nikuko: Nikuko’s Fortune Smiles
– Gasoline Alley (1951): Gasoline Lane (1951)
– Ghost Cat Anzu: Spooky Cat Anzu
– Goodfellas: Good Guys (in a Mafia sort of way)
– Helen of Troy (1956): Helen of Ancient Greece
– Jonah Hex: The Bounty Hunter Jonah Hex
– Keeper of the Flame (1942): Guardian of the Flame (1942)
– Kismet (1944): Destiny’s Path (1944)
– Lonely Castle in the Mirror: The Solitary Castle Reflected
– Love & Pop: Amour & Melody
– Man From The Black Hills: Cowboy from the Black Hills
– Mary of Scotland: Mary, Queen of Scotland
– Misery: Suffering (2013)
– Montana Incident: The Montana Standoff
– Mr. District Attorney: The Prosecutor Sir
– Murder Is My Beat: Killer’s Rhythm
– Mystery Street: Street of Enigma
– Night Nurse: Nursing Through the Night
– No End in Sight: Forever Uncertain
– No Questions Asked: No Inquiries Needed
Treading Perilous Paths (1951)
– Our Miss Brooks: Our Teacher Miss Brooks
– Our Vines Have Tender Grapes: Our Vineyards Bear Sweet Fruit
– Pirate Radio: Radio Rebels at Sea
– Presenting Princess Shaw: Showcasing Princess Shaw

Here’s a possible way to rephrase each title using more colloquial and conversational language:

* Prometheus: The Firebringer (or The One Who Stole Fire)
* Rick and Morty, Season 8 (Adult Swim): Rick and Morty’s Insane Adventures (or Just Another Day with Rick and Morty)
* Ruby & Jodi: A Cult of Sin and Influence (ID): Ruby & Jodi’s Twisted Empire (or The Dark Side of Cult Life)
* Safe Haven: A Shelter from the Storm
* Scene of the Crime: Solving Crimes One Scene at a Time
* Se7en: Seven Sins of a Serial Killer
* Selena (1997): The Rise and Fall of Selena Quintanilla
* Shadow of a Woman: A Woman’s Struggle for Identity
* Splinter (2008): The Tale of the Caterpillar King
* Stranger on Horseback: The Wild West Adventures of a Mysterious Rider
* Summer Storm (1944): Love and Betrayal in Wartime
* Susan and God: A Spiritual Journey of Faith and Doubt
* The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel: Retirement Never Looked So Good
* The Cabin in the Woods (2012): Horror Takes a Turn for the Meta
* The Charge at Feather River: A Heroic Battle Against All Odds
* The Command (1954): The Last Stand of the Russian Navy
* The Fallen Sparrow: A Fugitive on the Run in Wartime America
* The Fate of the Furious: Family Ties Tested to the Limit
* The Fate of the Furious: Extended Director’s Cut: More Action, More Explosions, More Furious!
* The Place Promised in Our Early Days: A Love Story Spanning Time and Space
* The Sea of Grass: A Tale of the Great Plains
* The Secret Garden (1949): A Hidden World of Enchantment and Mystery
* The Sitter (2011): Babysitting Gone Wild
* The Sitter: Unrated (2011): More Wild, More Funny, More Crazy!
* The Woman in White (1948): A Tale of Love, Deception, and Madness
* The Woman on the Beach: A Mystery Unraveled by a Stranger’s Arrival
* Thirteen Women: A Study in Femininity and Power
* Veronica Mars (2014): The Return of the Smart-Mouthed Detective
* Vigil in the Night: A Vigilante’s Fight for Justice
* When Ladies Meet (1941): Romance, Drama, and Friendship Among Women
* Without Love: A Love Story Gone Wrong
* Young Bess: The Tumultuous Reign of Queen Elizabeth I
* Your Name: Time Travel Meets Love in This Anime Masterpiece

September 2
The 33

On September 3rd, the fourth season of Bobby’s Triple Threat will air.
The thirty-ninth season of Guy’s Grocery Games is also set to premiere on that day.
And, the first season of an updated version of Modern Warfare, titled Modern Warfare 2.0, will be released.

On the fourth of September, the release date is set for “Billionaire Boys Club”. Meanwhile, in a separate presentation, we delve into the first season of “The Last Wright: Designing the Swansong Home of America’s Foremost Architect”.

On the 5th of September, here are some TV shows to check out:

– “Beachfront Bargain Hunt Renovation”, Season 11 (Home improvement show)
– “Bugs Bunny Builders”, Season 2F (Animated series featuring Looney Tunes characters)
– “Friendship” (Drama series)
– “House Hunters International: Volume 9”, Season 204 and “House Hunters”: Volume 10, Season 245 (Real estate shows)
– “Live Aid: When Rock ‘n’ Roll Took On The World” (Documentary about the iconic music event)
– “Most Wanted: Teen Hacker” (Crime series)
– “My Lottery Dream Home”, Season 17 (Reality show about winning the lottery and finding dream homes)

September 6
Maneet’s Eats, Season 1

7th September:

* Magnolia Table: Life on the Farm – First Season*
* Task (Original HBO Series)
* We Little Bears, Returning for Season 2*
* Have You Heard the Latest? – Third Season

9th of September:
90 Day Fiance: A Different Journey, Series 7
Contraband: Intercepted at the Boundary, Series 7
The History of Black Television on HBO: Seen & Heard, Originals

On September 9th:
– The seventh season of “90 Day Fiance: A Different Way” airs.
– Season 7 of “Contraband: Intercepted at the Boundary” is on the schedule.
– An original HBO production titled “The History of Black Television: Seen & Heard” premieres.

September 10
The Tech Bro Murders

September 11
Dylan’s Playtime Adventures, Season 1C
Flipping 101 with Tarek El Moussa, Season 3B

September 12
Warfare

September 13
Vacation House Rules, Season 6

September 14
Build for Off-Road, Season 2
Love & Marriage: Huntsville, Season 10

September 15
Signs of a Psychopath, Season 10
Truck U, Season 21

September 16
Chopped: Volume 4, Season 62
Halloween Baking Championship, Season 11

September 17
100 Day Dream Home, Season 7
Built in the Bronx
Truck Dynasty, Season 1

18th of September:

* Bea’s Building Blocks (First Season)*
Decoding Destruction (First Season)*
Sin City Restoration (First Season)*
Who Murdered Our Daughter? (Original Series, Mexico)*
(These titles are paraphrased to be more conversational and easy to read. I’ve used “Bea’s Building Blocks” instead of “Bea’s Block,” “Decoding Destruction” instead of “Destruction Decoded,” “Sin City Restoration” instead of “Sin City Rehab,” and “Who Murdered Our Daughter?” instead of “Who Killed Our Daughter?”, to make them sound more natural and easy to read.)

September 20
Scariest House in America, Season 2

September 21
Greatest Mysteries Ever, Season 2

September 22
Halloween Wars, Season 15

23rd September:

– American Royalty: John F. Kennedy Jr.
– The Great Kim Kardashian Caper (working title), Season 1 premiere
– Seeking a New Wife, Season 6
– The Enemy’s Occupation (HBO Original)
– The Entire Truth with Anderson Cooper, Sports Betting: America’s Risky Game (CNN Original)

September 24
Hustlers Gamblers Crooks, Season 2

1. September 25 – Crisis at Home: Help! I Wrecked My House, Season 5 (on The Case with Paula Zahn)
2. September 25 – Solving Mysteries: On The Case with Paula Zahn, Season 28 (Help! I Wrecked My House)
3. September 25 – Unspoken Truths: Jesse & Joy, Season 1 (A series exploration)
4. September 25 – A Home in Ruins: Help! I Wrecked My House, The Case with Paula Zahn, Season 5
5. September 25 – Untold Stories: Jesse & Joy, Season 1 (A musical journey)

September 26
Quiet In Class (Max Original, Sweden)
The Graft, Season 1 (Max Original, Turkey)

September 27
90 Day Diaries, Season 7
Ready to Love, Season 10

September 28
Heart & Hustle: Houston, Season 1

30th September: Sister Wives returns for Season 20
On TV, catch up with the gang at Two Guys Garage, now in Season 24
Enjoy a full-length English dubbed version of Women Wearing Shoulder Pads film.

As a cinephile, let me share my take on the lineup for September 30:

1. Stepping into Spain with the captivating Eva Longoria in “Eva Longoria: Searching For Spain.”
2. Diving headfirst into the intriguing first season of “Good Cop/Bad Cop” – a series that keeps you on your toes!
3. Escaping to my blissful sanctuary with “My Happy Place.” It’s like finding peace amidst life’s chaos.
4. Preparing for another political thrill with the HBO Original, “Prime Minister.” Get ready for some power struggles and drama!

10 Horror Movies That Saved Bad Franchises

1. Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives (1986)

The movie “Jason Lives” was remarkably innovative for its time, as it mocked and satirized the stereotypes common in slasher films over a decade before “Scream.” After several sequels of “Friday the 13th,” which often featured excessive violence and absurd deaths to outdo each other, “Jason Lives” stood out. Characters in “Jason Lives” even make self-aware comments about the predictable mistakes made by characters in horror films that lead to their demise. Many of the early “Friday the 13th” movies were so poorly produced they were unintentionally amusing. The script for Tom McLoughlin’s “Jason Lives,” however, demonstrated a refreshing cleverness, adding a new dimension to the franchise’s zombie antagonist who was starting to feel stale.

2. Wes Craven’s New Nightmare (1994)

Jason Voorhees and Freddy Krueger were connected way before their showdown in the 2003 movie “Freddy vs. Jason”. Both horror series left a significant impact on the ’80s horror genre, but eventually slipped into self-parody. Although some later “Nightmare on Elm Street” films had striking visual insanity, it wasn’t until 1994’s “New Nightmare” that the series got back to its genuinely scary origins (and interestingly enough, it was Wes Craven, the creator of the series, who directed this film).

Similar to “Jason Lives”, “New Nightmare” adds a unique twist to the series by making it about the production of a new Freddy sequel. The movie features several original cast members like Robert Englund and Heather Langenkamp as themselves. Since movies are often likened to dreams, a Hollywood studio serves as an ideal setting for Freddy Krueger’s comeback, as he torments the film crew seeking to revive him for more box office success. So far, efforts to bring “A Nightmare on Elm Street” back to traditional slasher style have not been as effective.

3. Bride of Chucky (1998)

In the sequels to “Child’s Play,” the infamous killer doll Chucky was brought back to life, continuing his battle with Andy Barclay, his first owner. The change in naming convention from “Child’s Play X” to “X of Chucky” starting with the fourth film signaled a focus shift that rejuvenated the series. Instead of the usual story of an innocent child against an evil doll, the franchise evolved into something more bizarre, absurd, and even humorously twisted, with hints of romance.

In “Bride of Chucky,” everyone’s favorite bloodthirsty doll finds a companion in crime and love (played well by Jennifer Tilly) and embarks on a road trip to resurrect their human bodies. The film features extreme violence, puppet-themed adult content, and even child-sized killer dolls. It’s no surprise that “Bride of Chucky” became a cult classic and reignited interest in Chucky among a new generation of fans, leading to more sequels, a reboot, and even a television series.

4. Saw VI (2009)

In a departure from the roots of the Saw franchise created by James Wan and Leigh Whannell, the standout film emerges when creativity was passed on to others. In Saw VI, a cold-hearted insurance executive serves as an ideal victim for prolonged torment, and the movie cleverly establishes connections between Jigsaw’s relentless games and our insensitive healthcare system. It can be likened to A Christmas Carol, except with ghosts carrying buzzsaws and torture devices instead of holiday spirits. Notably, Saw VI features what might be the most impressive trap in the series, where an insurance executive is forced to decide which employee survives as they’re all strapped onto a spinning merry-go-round connected to a shotgun. As the merry-go-round spins, each employee pleads for their life, with some eventually turning against one another in a frantic bid to survive – a chilling reflection of American society.

5. Paranormal Activity 3 (2011)

The challenge of escalating terror in horror sequels often arises as they strive to surpass their initial frightening moments with increased gore and chaos. This was particularly evident in the Paranormal Activity series, where the first film’s success relied on eerie home footage captured by a camcorder, subtly hinting at supernatural activity.

When the series progressed to Paranormal Activity 2, the introduction of more overt supernatural elements took away the ambiguity that made the original film seem authentic. The third film was a prequel and introduced VHS technology, injecting a fun retro vibe into the franchise. Filmmakers Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman creatively utilized the grainy video aesthetic, but subsequent Paranormal Activity films returned to modern settings, running out of innovative ways to maintain the original premise’s sense of reality. Consequently, they gradually lost touch with plausibility and box-office success.

6. Riddick (2013)

In the thrilling horror film “Pitch Black”, Riddick’s unique vision aids him in surviving terrifying creatures that prey on darkness. Contrasting this, in “Riddick”, he transforms into the menacing figure lurking in the dark – a thoughtful reversal of the initial plot. Unlike its predecessors, including the elaborate sci-fi fantasy movie “The Chronicles of Riddick”, this exceptional sequel resists easy classification. It’s almost like watching three interconnected short films.

The first act resembles a survivalist thriller set in a post-apocalyptic world, with Diesel’s Riddick abandoned on an unforgiving planet alone. The second part focuses on a band of mercenaries pursuing him, as Riddick methodically eliminates them one by one, reminiscent of slasher films. However, only the final segment, which echoes elements from “Pitch Black”, prevents it from being an A+ B-movie masterpiece. Nonetheless, the ride leading up to that point is exhilarating, and Diesel demonstrates a compelling solo performance, especially in his developing friendship with a charming and feisty alien dog who becomes his hunting companion. If you’re only going to watch one film featuring Vin Diesel outside of the “Fast & Furious” series, it should be this one.

7. Alien: Covenant (2017)

The Alien series boasts more solid sequels than many horror franchises; I’m not shy about defending Alien 3 and Alien Resurrection to some degree. Despite its captivating visuals and thought-provoking themes on humanity and mortality, Prometheus leaves me unsatisfied due to its inconsistent logic and inexplicable scenes. For instance, why would anyone run straight towards an approaching vehicle?

In contrast, I find Alien: Covenant more appealing, despite its shortcomings. The film showcases a remarkable dual performance by Michael Fassbender as two distinct androids, adding a Blade Runner-esque vibe to the Alien prequel. This unique aspect makes it stand out from other entries in the series where xenomorphs are seen devouring astronauts. Yes, there’s still plenty of that, but Fassbender’s roles give this film a fresh perspective.

8. Halloween (2018)

David Gordon Green’s “Halloween” legacy sequel, which is the 11th film in the series, can be considered one of the better ones in the franchise. After John Carpenter’s original masterpiece established the genre, subsequent sequels added an overly complex and often absurd mythology to the relentless killing sprees of Michael Myers, featuring Druids, cults, and previously unknown family connections. Green’s approach was to simplify the storyline and focus on the 1978 original film. With strong direction, he brought “Halloween” back to the ranks of genuinely terrifying horror franchises. However, even Green struggled to make a truly great sequel; “Halloween Kills” and especially “Halloween Ends” offered diminishing returns on the same formula, making Michael Myers seem less menacing than ever before, perhaps signaling it’s time for him to retire… or at least until the next reboot.

9. Prey (2022)

The original Predator movie surpassed many other ’80s monster films aiming to become a franchise. Movies like Predator 2 and Predators offered intense action, with the latter resembling an exciting Twilight Zone episode featuring armored aliens. However, the AvP movies failed to meet expectations, while The Predator was evidently altered significantly during post-production from its original vision.

The franchise revived itself with Prey, a prequel film released directly on streaming platforms, set in colonial America where the Predator hunted Comanche warriors. This movie received tremendous praise, even leading to Trachtenberg directing another Predator sequel for theaters and an animated Predator series on Hulu named Predator: Killer of Killers.

10. Scream (2022)

In simpler and more conversational terms:

Originally, the first “Scream” movie had a wealth of bad slasher film tropes to make fun of. The second movie continued this by mocking sequel clichés. However, things started to feel less fresh in the third movie as it aimed to satirize trilogies but struggled due to the similarities between trilogies and sequels. The fourth movie tried to poke fun at remakes, but it wasn’t a remake itself. Instead, it touched on the emerging YouTube culture of the early 2010s.

After a decade-long break, the return of “Scream” in 2022 was exciting because it had a fresh target: Legacyquels, which gained popularity during the series’ hiatus. The new movie was a hit due to its sharp commentary on these movies that aim to prolong a franchise’s legacy. As a result, another sequel, “Scream VI,” came out just one year later.

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