Every Fantasy Movie & TV Show Coming Out in September 2025

September brings a packed slate of fantasy across theaters and streaming with brand new premieres, prestige reissues, and fresh episodes from fan favorite series. You can plan on big screen spectacles, cozy animated worlds, and a few nostalgic returns that deserve a slot on your calendar.

Below you will find every movie and show confirmed for September along with dates and concrete details so you know what each project is about, who is behind it, and where to watch. Reissues are noted with their theatrical return, while ongoing series list the exact platform debut this month.

‘The Legend of Hei 2’ (2025)

The sequel continues the story of the cat spirit Luo Xiaohei as a fragile peace between the spirit world and humanity collapses and evidence points toward the powerful figure Wuxian. Directed by MTJJ and Gu Jie and produced by Hanmu Chunhua, the film features returning voice actors led by Shan Xin and Liu Mingyue and expands the modern Chinese fantasy setting with new character Luye and set pieces that mix 2D hand drawn animation with selective 3D work. The movie opened earlier in China and is now set for North American theaters.

In the United States the film is distributed by GKIDS with a theatrical opening on September 5. The plot places Xiaohei and senior apprentice Luye on an investigative journey that ties together Spirit World politics, real world locations, and folklore figures such as Nezha. The production emphasizes high frame rate action for key sequences and maintains continuity with the 2019 feature and the long running web series.

‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle’ (2025)

This theatrical installment begins the final arc of the saga as Tanjiro and allies are pulled into Muzan’s shifting fortress to face the Upper Rank demons. Ufotable animates the film with returning creative leads and music collaborators Yuki Kajiura and Go Shiina, and the Japanese voice cast includes Natsuki Hanae as Tanjiro, Akari Kito as Nezuko, Hiro Shimono as Zenitsu, and Yoshitsugu Matsuoka as Inosuke.

After a summer rollout in Japan the movie arrives worldwide on September 12 through Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Releasing. The film is the first part of the Infinity Castle trilogy and continues directly from the Swordsmith Village and Hashira Training arcs with large scale battles staged inside a constantly warping environment that tests the Demon Slayer Corps on every front.

‘Toy Story’ (1995)

Pixar’s first feature returns to theaters on September 12 to celebrate its 30th anniversary. Directed by John Lasseter, the film introduced the world to Sheriff Woody and Buzz Lightyear and marked the first fully computer animated feature with voice performances from Tom Hanks and Tim Allen and a score and original songs by Randy Newman.

The re release is a wide theatrical engagement for the anniversary and gives audiences a chance to see the 1995 classic on the big screen again. The film’s return also spotlights the origins of Pixar’s flagship franchise and the technical leap that shaped modern animation.

‘A Big Bold Beautiful Journey’ (2025)

Kogonada directs this romantic fantasy starring Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell as two strangers whose chance meeting sends them on a reality bending trip through pivotal moments from their lives. The screenplay is by Seth Reiss with production from Imperative Entertainment, and the ensemble includes Kevin Kline, Phoebe Waller Bridge, Lily Rabe, Jodie Turner Smith, and Hamish Linklater.

Sony Pictures will release the film in theaters on September 19. The project blends intimate character drama with imaginative time crossing sequences as Sarah and David revisit choices that shaped them, using practical and visual design flourishes that align with the director’s precise, reflective style.

‘Spider-Man’ (2002)

Sam Raimi’s original entry starring Tobey Maguire, Kirsten Dunst, and Willem Dafoe swings back into theaters on September 26 as part of a special trilogy engagement. The film follows Peter Parker’s origin story from the spider bite to the showdown with Norman Osborn and features Danny Elfman’s score and landmark early 2000s visual effects.

This reissue is a single day event screening in most locations and precedes the returns of its sequels on the following two days. The presentation showcases Raimi’s superhero template that influenced studio comic book films for years after its release.

‘Spider-Man 2’ (2004)

The second chapter returns in the extended cut known as “2.1” on September 27. Directed by Sam Raimi and led by Tobey Maguire and Kirsten Dunst with Alfred Molina as Doctor Octopus, this version runs longer than the theatrical cut and restores character beats and action extensions that deepen Peter Parker’s conflict between responsibility and personal life.

The “2.1” engagement is scheduled as the middle night of the trilogy run. Fans will see additional material in the train fight sequence and in scenes that enlarge the story’s mentorship and sacrifice themes while maintaining the film’s acclaimed pacing and set piece design.

‘Spider-Man 3’ (2007)

The trilogy closes with the September 28 reissue of the third film starring Tobey Maguire, Kirsten Dunst, Topher Grace, and Thomas Haden Church. Peter faces the symbiote suit’s influence while battling Sandman and Venom, with key threads involving Harry Osborn’s evolution and Mary Jane’s career pursuits rounding out the trilogy’s character arcs.

This engagement completes the three night event and offers the full Raimi era on the big screen in sequence. The presentation retains the original theatrical cut and gives audiences the chance to revisit the effects and character work that wrap the trilogy.

‘Wednesday’ (2022– )

Part 2 of season 2 lands on Netflix on September 3 with episodes five through eight. Created by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar with Tim Burton as a key creative voice, the series stars Jenna Ortega as Wednesday Addams with Catherine Zeta Jones, Luis Guzmán, Emma Myers, and Gwendoline Christie among the returning cast. Production for the new season took place across Ireland with expanded stages at Ashford Studios and location shoots at Charleville Castle and Trinity College.

The new episodes continue the Nevermore Academy storyline as Wednesday confronts fresh threats, family entanglements, and mysteries set up in Part 1. Netflix’s rollout splits the season evenly and keeps the Addams family in focus while widening the school’s mythology and introducing new faculty and students that tie directly into this year’s arc.

‘Pokémon Concierge’ (2023– )

New episodes arrive on Netflix on September 4. Produced by dwarf studios in stop motion, the series follows Haru as she works at a relaxing island resort that caters to Pokémon guests and pairs slice of life storytelling with gentle comedy. The creative team is led by director Iku Ogawa and writer Harumi Doki with production design by Tadahiro Uesugi.

The new installment adds more Pokémon visitors such as Shinx, Corphish, Sealeo, and Arcanine and continues Haru’s growth as a concierge alongside her Psyduck companion. Episodes keep the tactile miniature sets and frame by frame animation that define the show’s cozy tone while bringing in fresh resort scenarios and visiting trainers.

‘Dr. Seuss’s Red Fish, Blue Fish’ (2025– )

The preschool series launches on Netflix on September 8. Produced by Atomic Cartoons with Dr. Seuss Enterprises, the show adapts the classic book and follows two fish friends as they explore simple opposite concepts in short stories designed for early learners. Creative leadership includes developed by Dustin Ferrer with direction by Chelsea Ker.

Episodes focus on vocabulary, feelings, and problem solving through musical segments and bright underwater settings. The voice cast features Brian Drummond as Red, Andrea Libman as Blue, and Naomi Tan as the Narrator and is part of Netflix’s broader slate of Dr. Seuss projects rolling out through the fall.

‘Helluva Boss’ (2020– )

Seasons one and two become available on Prime Video on September 10. Created by Vivienne Medrano and produced by SpindleHorse, the adult animated series follows I.M.P., an assassination startup in Hell run by Blitzo alongside Moxxie, Millie, and Loona with storylines that frequently involve the demon prince Stolas.

The Prime Video debut collects all 20 episodes to date in one place for streaming. Episodes range from 11 to 30 minutes and mix dark comedy with musical numbers and character driven dramas that expand the shared universe with ‘Hazbin Hotel’ while telling stand alone missions on Earth and in the Hellscape.

‘Wizards Beyond Waverly Place’ (2024– )

Season two premieres on Disney Channel on September 12 with all episodes set to stream on Disney Plus in the United States on October 8. The sequel series returns David Henrie as Justin Russo with Selena Gomez appearing as Alex as the story follows Justin mentoring a young wizard named Billie while balancing family life in Staten Island.

New episodes continue the world building from the original ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ and develop Billie’s training alongside the Russo family. The production is a Disney Branded Television series and rolls out on linear first this month before the complete season arrives for streaming in October.

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