‘Sherlock Holmes’ and All the Other Movies Coming To Netflix This Week

It’s a big week on Netflix, with a flood of catalog favorites landing alongside a handful of newer thrillers and international releases. Below, you’ll find every movie arriving between Monday, September 1, and Sunday, September 7, including a Thai haunted-house chiller, a Filipino fright flick, and a 1990s action-comedy team-up.

To make planning easier, each entry includes a quick rundown of the story and principals, plus essential production details like directors, writers, and source material. Dates refer to the U.S. streaming window noted this week.

‘Billy Madison’ (1995)

Adam Sandler stars as the pampered heir who must repeat grades one through twelve to prove he’s fit to take over his father’s hotel business. The comedy co-stars Bridgette Wilson, Bradley Whitford, Darren McGavin, and Norm Macdonald. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Tamra Davis, the film was produced by Robert Simonds and launched Sandler’s run of leading comedies in the mid-1990s. The script is by Sandler and Tim Herlihy.

‘Limitless’ (2011)

A struggling writer discovers NZT-48, a drug that massively boosts cognition, propelling him into finance and danger. Bradley Cooper leads, with Robert De Niro and Abbie Cornish in key roles. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Neil Burger and based on Alan Glynn’s novel ‘The Dark Fields’, the film was produced by Virgin Produced and Relativity Media, with Leslie Dixon adapting the screenplay.

‘Shrek 2’ (2004)

Shrek and Fiona visit the kingdom of Far Far Away to meet her parents, running afoul of the Fairy Godmother and Prince Charming. Voices include Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz, and Antonio Banderas as Puss in Boots. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Co-directed by Andrew Adamson, Kelly Asbury, and Conrad Vernon, the DreamWorks Animation sequel builds on William Steig’s characters and introduced Puss in Boots to the franchise.

‘Phantom Thread’ (2017)

Set in 1950s London, a renowned couturier’s rigid world is unsettled by a young waitress who becomes his muse and partner. Daniel Day-Lewis, Vicky Krieps, and Lesley Manville star. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Written and directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, the drama features a score by Jonny Greenwood and was produced by Annapurna Pictures and Ghoulardi Film Company.

‘The Rookie’ (1990)

A seasoned cop teams with a hotheaded rookie to take down a pair of car-theft kingpins. Clint Eastwood and Charlie Sheen headline, with Raul Julia and Sonia Braga as the antagonists. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Clint Eastwood from a screenplay by Boaz Yakin and Scott Spiegel, the action film was produced by Malpaso and distributed by Warner Bros.

‘The Four Seasons’ (1981)

Three married couples vacation together during four seasons, testing friendships and marriages as life changes accumulate. The ensemble includes Alan Alda, Carol Burnett, Len Cariou, Jack Weston, and Sandy Dennis. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Written and directed by Alan Alda, the comedy-drama was produced by Universal Pictures, with Vivaldi’s music recurring as a thematic motif.

‘The 4 Rascals’ (2025)

A woman enlists her closest friends when her boyfriend grows close to a wealthy colleague, and the group hatches a scheme to expose the newcomer’s intentions. The cast features Tran Thanh, Le Duong Bao Lam, Le Giang, Uyen An, and Quoc Anh. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Tran Thanh, this Vietnamese romantic comedy (Vietnamese title: ‘Bộ tứ báo thủ’) was released domestically in early 2025 and produced by Tran Thanh Town, Galaxy Studio, and HKFilm.

‘Money Talks’ (1997)

A small-time hustler and a TV newsman are thrown together after a jailbreak, with criminals and law enforcement on their trail. Chris Tucker and Charlie Sheen star, with supporting turns by Heather Locklear and Paul Sorvino. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Brett Ratner from a screenplay by Joel Cohen and Alec Sokolow, the action-comedy was produced by New Line Cinema.

‘Edge of Tomorrow’ (2014)

A military public affairs officer relives the same day of a brutal alien invasion, improving his combat skills with help from a battle-hardened hero. Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt lead the cast. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Doug Liman, the film adapts Hiroshi Sakurazaka’s light novel ‘All You Need Is Kill’, with a screenplay by Christopher McQuarrie, Jez Butterworth, and John-Henry Butterworth for Warner Bros.

‘The Boy Next Door’ (2015)

A high-school teacher’s brief affair with a teenage neighbor spirals into stalking and violence. Jennifer Lopez stars alongside Ryan Guzman, John Corbett, and Kristin Chenoweth. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Rob Cohen from a screenplay by Barbara Curry, the thriller was produced by Blumhouse, Nuyorican Productions, and Universal Pictures.

‘The Land Before Time’ (1988)

After an earthquake separates them from their families, young dinosaurs journey together toward the Great Valley. Voices include Gabriel Damon, Judith Barsi, and Candace Hutson. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Don Bluth and executive-produced by Steven Spielberg and George Lucas, the animated adventure features music by James Horner and was released by Universal Pictures.

‘White Noise’ (2005)

A widower becomes obsessed with Electronic Voice Phenomena, believing he can communicate with his deceased wife, only to attract darker forces. Michael Keaton stars with Chandra West and Deborah Kara Unger. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Geoffrey Sax from a screenplay by Niall Johnson, the supernatural thriller was produced by Brightlight Pictures and distributed by Universal Pictures.

‘We’re the Millers’ (2013)

A small-time dealer is forced to smuggle a shipment across the border and recruits a fake family as cover. Jason Sudeikis, Jennifer Aniston, Emma Roberts, and Will Poulter co-star. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Rawson Marshall Thurber, the New Line comedy was written by Bob Fisher, Steve Faber, Sean Anders, and John Morris.

‘Good Advice’ (2001)

After a career-ending scandal, a New York stockbroker ghostwrites a newspaper advice column, unexpectedly turning it into a hit. Charlie Sheen stars with Denise Richards and Angie Harmon. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Steve Rash from a script by Robert Horn and Sam Harper, the romantic comedy was produced by Dimension Films and Epsilon Motion Pictures.

‘Devil on Campus: The Larry Ray Story’ (2024)

This drama recounts how ex-con Larry Ray moved into his daughter’s college dorm and manipulated her friends through coercion and control. Billy Zane plays Ray, with Tedra Rogers and Drew Henderson in supporting roles. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Elisabeth Röhm from a script by Gregory Small and Tim Small, the film originally premiered as a television movie before making its streaming debut.

‘Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory’ (1971)

A poor boy finds a golden ticket to tour a secretive candy factory run by eccentric chocolatier Willy Wonka. Gene Wilder leads the cast, with Peter Ostrum, Jack Albertson, and Julie Dawn Cole. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Mel Stuart and adapted from Roald Dahl’s novel, the musical fantasy was famously financed in part by the Quaker Oats Company and released by Paramount Pictures.

‘The Amazing Spider-Man 2’ (2014)

Peter Parker faces new threats in New York as Electro emerges and old secrets resurface. Andrew Garfield and Emma Stone return, with Jamie Foxx, Dane DeHaan, and Sally Field. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Marc Webb, the sequel was produced by Columbia Pictures and Marvel Entertainment, continuing the continuity launched in 2012.

‘Puss in Boots’ (2011)

Before meeting Shrek, the swashbuckling feline teams with Kitty Softpaws and Humpty Dumpty to find magic beans. Voice talents include Antonio Banderas, Salma Hayek, and Zach Galifianakis. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Chris Miller, the DreamWorks Animation spin-off expands the ‘Shrek’ universe with a story by Brian Lynch, Will Davies, and Tom Wheeler.

‘Knocked Up’ (2007)

A one-night encounter between an entertainment writer and an aimless slacker results in an unplanned pregnancy, forcing both to rethink their lives. Katherine Heigl and Seth Rogen star, joined by Paul Rudd and Leslie Mann. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Written and directed by Judd Apatow, the comedy was produced by Apatow Productions and released by Universal Pictures.

‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ (2005)

A young boy joins a small group of children on a tour through Willy Wonka’s fantastical factory, encountering bizarre confections and tests. Johnny Depp stars as Wonka, with Freddie Highmore as Charlie Bucket. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Tim Burton from a screenplay by John August, the adaptation of Roald Dahl’s novel was produced by Warner Bros. and Village Roadshow Pictures.

‘Inside Man’ (2006)

A meticulous bank robber executes a daylight heist that becomes a chess match with a veteran detective. Denzel Washington, Clive Owen, Jodie Foster, and Chiwetel Ejiofor star. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Spike Lee from Russell Gewirtz’s screenplay, the thriller was produced by Imagine Entertainment and released by Universal Pictures.

‘Inside Man: Most Wanted’ (2019)

A New York hostage negotiator teams with a federal agent when an armed crew targets the U.S. Federal Reserve. Aml Ameen, Rhea Seehorn, and Roxanne McKee lead the cast. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by M.J. Bassett and produced by Universal 1440 Entertainment, the stand-alone sequel continues the heist template with a new story and characters.

‘Hot Shots! Part Deux’ (1993)

A former Navy pilot is pulled from seclusion for a mission spoofing action-war epics, from ‘Rambo’ to ‘Apocalypse Now’. Charlie Sheen stars with Lloyd Bridges, Valeria Golino, and Richard Crenna. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Jim Abrahams, the parody was written by Abrahams and Pat Proft and released by 20th Century Fox.

‘Bram Stoker’s Dracula’ (1992)

A Transylvanian count travels to London after centuries of solitude, pursuing a woman who resembles his lost love. Gary Oldman, Winona Ryder, Anthony Hopkins, and Keanu Reeves star. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Francis Ford Coppola from Bram Stoker’s novel, the Gothic adaptation features costumes by Eiko Ishioka and was released by Columbia Pictures.

‘Inglourious Basterds’ (2009)

In an alternate World War II, a squad of Jewish American soldiers conducts guerrilla operations in occupied France while a cinema owner plots her own revenge. Brad Pitt, Mélanie Laurent, Christoph Waltz, and Diane Kruger appear. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Written and directed by Quentin Tarantino, the international co-production was shot largely in Germany and released by The Weinstein Company and Universal Pictures.

‘Long Shot’ (2019)

A speechwriter reconnects with his former babysitter, now a high-profile politician, as she launches a presidential campaign. Charlize Theron and Seth Rogen star with O’Shea Jackson Jr. and June Diane Raphael. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Jonathan Levine from a screenplay by Liz Hannah and Dan Sterling, the romantic comedy was produced by Point Grey Pictures and Good Universe for Lionsgate.

‘Shrek the Third’ (2007)

With Far Far Away in need of an heir, Shrek seeks out Fiona’s cousin Arthur while Prince Charming plots a coup. Voices include Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz, Eddie Murphy, Justin Timberlake, and Antonio Banderas. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Chris Miller and co-directed by Raman Hui, the third entry continues DreamWorks Animation’s fairy-tale pastiche with a story by multiple franchise veterans.

‘Hot Shots!’ (1991)

A talented but troubled pilot joins a Navy fighter squadron in a send-up of high-flying action dramas. Charlie Sheen leads, with Cary Elwes, Valeria Golino, and Lloyd Bridges. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Jim Abrahams, the parody was co-written by Abrahams and Pat Proft and released by 20th Century Fox.

‘Shrek’ (2001)

An ogre embarks on a quest to rescue a princess, forming an unlikely partnership with a talkative donkey. Voice actors include Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz, and John Lithgow. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Co-directed by Andrew Adamson and Vicky Jenson, the DreamWorks Animation feature adapts William Steig’s picture book and launched a long-running franchise.

‘Liar Liar’ (1997)

A fast-talking attorney is compelled to tell the truth for 24 hours after his son’s birthday wish. Jim Carrey stars alongside Maura Tierney, Jennifer Tilly, and Cary Elwes. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Tom Shadyac from a story by Paul Guay and Stephen Mazur, the comedy was produced by Imagine Entertainment and released by Universal Pictures.

‘Chicken Run’ (2000)

A determined hen and a self-styled flying rooster plan an escape from a farm before the owners turn to meat pies. Voices include Julia Sawalha, Mel Gibson, Miranda Richardson, and Timothy Spall. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Peter Lord and Nick Park, the Aardman/DreamWorks stop-motion feature employed hundreds of models and sets in its production.

‘The Running Man’ (1987)

In a near-future police state, a wrongfully convicted man must survive a deadly game show where convicts are hunted by “Stalkers.” Arnold Schwarzenegger stars with Maria Conchita Alonso and Richard Dawson. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Paul Michael Glaser, the action film adapts Stephen King’s novel written under the pseudonym Richard Bachman and was released by Tri-Star Pictures.

‘Sherlock Holmes’ (2009)

The famed detective and Dr. Watson investigate a series of crimes tied to a secret society in Victorian London. Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law star with Rachel McAdams and Mark Strong. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Guy Ritchie from a story by Michael Robert Johnson, Anthony Peckham, and Simon Kinberg, the Warner Bros. release reinvents Arthur Conan Doyle’s characters with period-set action.

‘Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows’ (2011)

Holmes and Watson face Professor Moriarty in a cat-and-mouse chase across Europe. Robert Downey Jr., Jude Law, and Jared Harris star, with Noomi Rapace joining the cast. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Guy Ritchie from a screenplay by Michele and Kieran Mulroney, the sequel was produced by Silver Pictures and released by Warner Bros.

‘Paddington’ (2014)

A young bear from Peru travels to London and finds a home with the Brown family, while a taxidermist sets her sights on him. Ben Whishaw voices Paddington, with Hugh Bonneville, Sally Hawkins, and Nicole Kidman in live-action roles. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Paul King, the family film is based on Michael Bond’s books and was produced by Heyday Films and StudioCanal.

‘Dennis the Menace’ (1993)

A mischievous boy repeatedly aggravates his neighbor, Mr. Wilson, while a drifter wanders into town. Mason Gamble plays Dennis opposite Walter Matthau’s Mr. Wilson, with Christopher Lloyd as Switchblade Sam. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Nick Castle from a screenplay by John Hughes, the film adapts Hank Ketcham’s comic-strip characters and was released by Warner Bros.

‘E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial’ (1982)

A gentle alien is stranded on Earth and befriends a suburban boy who hides him from authorities while trying to arrange a rescue. Henry Thomas, Dee Wallace, and Drew Barrymore star. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Steven Spielberg from a screenplay by Melissa Mathison, the Universal Pictures release features a celebrated score by John Williams.

‘Bridesmaids’ (2011)

A down-on-her-luck woman is asked to serve as maid of honor for her best friend, creating tensions with a more polished rival. Kristen Wiig leads an ensemble including Maya Rudolph, Rose Byrne, and Melissa McCarthy. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Paul Feig, the comedy was written by Wiig and Annie Mumolo and produced by Apatow Productions for Universal Pictures.

‘The Amazing Spider-Man’ (2012)

Peter Parker investigates his parents’ past while confronting Dr. Curt Connors, whose experiments turn him into the Lizard. Andrew Garfield stars with Emma Stone and Rhys Ifans. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Marc Webb from a screenplay by James Vanderbilt, Alvin Sargent, and Steve Kloves, the film relaunched the franchise for Columbia Pictures and Marvel Entertainment.

‘Escape Room’ (2019)

A group of strangers is invited to a high-stakes escape-room experience that quickly turns lethal, with puzzles tied to their pasts. The ensemble includes Taylor Russell, Logan Miller, Deborah Ann Woll, and Tyler Labine. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Adam Robitel from a screenplay by Bragi F. Schut and Maria Melnik, the thriller was released by Sony’s Screen Gems.

‘8 Mile’ (2002)

A young factory worker and aspiring rapper battles stage fright and personal obstacles in Detroit’s underground scene. Eminem stars as Jimmy “B-Rabbit” Smith Jr., alongside Kim Basinger, Brittany Murphy, and Mekhi Phifer. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Curtis Hanson from a screenplay by Scott Silver, the drama features original music and was released by Universal Pictures.

‘Stand by Me’ (1986)

Four boys set out to find the body of a missing teenager, confronting fear and friendship over a summer weekend. Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix, Corey Feldman, and Jerry O’Connell star. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Rob Reiner, the coming-of-age film adapts Stephen King’s novella ‘The Body’ and was released by Columbia Pictures.

‘Shrek Forever After’ (2010)

Shrek makes a deal with Rumpelstiltskin that warps reality, forcing him to reclaim the life he once had. Voices include Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz, Eddie Murphy, Antonio Banderas, and Walt Dohrn as Rumpelstiltskin. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Mike Mitchell from a story by Josh Klausner and Darren Lemke, the fourth ‘Shrek’ film was produced by DreamWorks Animation.

‘Shark Tale’ (2004)

A small fish fabricates a shark-slaying legend to climb the social ladder in an underwater city, complicating life with real shark mobsters. Voice actors include Will Smith, Renée Zellweger, Angelina Jolie, Jack Black, and Robert De Niro. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Directed by Vicky Jenson, Bibo Bergeron, and Rob Letterman, the DreamWorks Animation feature blends pop-culture gags with a gangster-movie pastiche.

‘Boyz n the Hood’ (1991)

A teenager moves in with his father in South Central Los Angeles and navigates peer pressure, violence, and opportunity. Cuba Gooding Jr., Ice Cube, Morris Chestnut, and Laurence Fishburne star. It arrives on Netflix on September 1, 2025.

Written and directed by John Singleton, the drama was produced by Columbia Pictures and became a landmark for early-1990s American cinema.

‘Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital’ (2024)

A group of celebrities and influencers livestream a ghost-hunting challenge inside an abandoned hospital, unleashing a malevolent force. The cast includes Enrique Gil, Jane de Leon, and Alexa Miro. It arrives on Netflix on September 4, 2025.

Directed by Kerwin Go and written by Kerwin Go, Dustin Celestino, and Leovic Arceta, the Filipino found-footage feature was produced by Reality MM Studios and Creative Leaders Group 8.

‘The Blackening’ (2023)

A group of friends reunites at a remote house over a holiday weekend and face a masked killer who forces them into a deadly game. The ensemble includes Grace Byers, Jermaine Fowler, Melvin Gregg, and Dewayne Perkins. It arrives on Netflix on September 4, 2025.

Directed by Tim Story from a screenplay by Tracy Oliver and Dewayne Perkins, the film expands a 2018 comedy short and was released by Lionsgate.

‘Tomb Watcher’ (2025)

After a wealthy woman dies, her husband and his lover must spend 100 days with her preserved body in a secluded villa to secure an inheritance—an ordeal that stirs hauntings and guilt. The cast includes Woranuch Bhirombhakdi, Thanavate Siriwattanagul, and Arachaporn Pokinpakorn. It arrives on Netflix on September 4, 2025.

Directed by Vatanyu Ingkavivat, the Thai horror feature was produced by Kantana Motion Pictures and released in 2025.

‘Redeeming Love’ (2022)

During the California Gold Rush, a young woman trafficked into prostitution finds unexpected loyalty and a chance at a new life through a patient suitor. Abigail Cowen and Tom Lewis star, with Logan Marshall-Green and Famke Janssen in supporting roles. It arrives on Netflix on September 7, 2025.

Directed by Elisabeth Röhm and written by Waneta Storms, the film originally premiered on Lifetime before making its streaming debut.

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