Every Movie Coming to Netflix This Week, Including Danny Boyle’s Acclaimed Sequel

A brand new week brings an exciting lineup of films to Netflix with dozens of fresh additions across every genre imaginable. Viewers can look forward to horror franchises, blockbuster action adventures, laugh out loud comedies, and heartfelt family dramas joining the catalog.

The upcoming slate includes major studio favorites alongside celebrated independent stories and international features. Whether you want to rewatch an all time classic or discover a hidden gem for movie night, there is plenty of great entertainment queued up for the days ahead.

‘Resident Evil: Extinction’ (2007)

This action horror feature arrives on the streaming platform on Tuesday, September 1. The plot follows Alice as she travels through the Nevada desert alongside survivors of the zombie apocalypse to reach safety in Alaska. Directed by Russell Mulcahy, the film stars Milla Jovovich, Oded Fehr, and Ali Larter. The narrative expands the global struggle against the sinister Umbrella Corporation and its mutating biological weapons.

‘Greta’ (2019)

This psychological thriller lands on Netflix on Tuesday, September 1. The story centers on a young woman who finds a lost handbag on the subway and returns it to an eccentric older piano teacher. Directed by Neil Jordan, the project features Isabelle Huppert alongside Chloë Grace Moretz in leading roles. The plot escalates as an innocent friendship quickly turns into a terrifying obsession filled with dark secrets.

‘The Flintstones’ (1994)

This live action family comedy premieres on the service on Tuesday, September 1. The narrative brings the iconic prehistoric town of Bedrock to life as Fred Flintstone receives an unexpected executive promotion orchestrated by a scheming coworker. Directed by Brian Levant, the movie stars John Goodman, Rick Moranis, Rosie O’Donnell, and Elizabeth Perkins. The production incorporates practical creature effects created by Jim Henson’s Creature Shop to recreate the famous animated world.

‘The Boy Next Door’ (2015)

This erotic psychological thriller joins the streaming catalog on Tuesday, September 1. The story follows a high school teacher who has a brief romantic encounter with a handsome younger neighbor who recently moved into the area. Directed by Rob Cohen, the feature stars Jennifer Lopez alongside Ryan Guzman and John Corbett. The situation becomes dangerous when the young man develops an aggressive fixation that threatens the woman’s family and career.

‘About Time’ (2013)

This romantic comedy drama arrives on the platform on Tuesday, September 1. The plot centers on a young man who discovers from his father that the men in his family possess the ability to travel back in time. Directed by Richard Curtis, the film stars Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams, and Bill Nighy. The main character uses his unique gift to pursue love while learning valuable lessons about appreciating everyday moments.

‘The Art of Racing in the Rain’ (2019)

This heartwarming drama becomes available to stream on Tuesday, September 1. The narrative is told from the perspective of a witty and philosophical golden retriever named Enzo who observes the life of his race car driver owner. Directed by Simon Curtis, the feature stars Milo Ventimiglia and Amanda Seyfried, with Kevin Costner providing the voice of the dog. The story explores the deep emotional bond between human and pet through life’s triumphs and heartbreaking trials.

‘Valentine’ (2001)

This slasher horror film lands on Netflix on Tuesday, September 1. The storyline follows four female friends in San Francisco who begin receiving threatening cards ahead of a major holiday party. Directed by Jamie Blanks, the movie features Denise Richards, David Boreanaz, and Marley Shelton. The friends soon find themselves stalked by a masked killer seeking vengeance for a past middle school rejection.

‘Big Daddy’ (1999)

This hit comedy joins the streaming lineup on Tuesday, September 1. The story revolves around an irresponsible law school graduate who impulsively adopts a five year old boy to convince his girlfriend that he is ready to settle down. Directed by Dennis Dugan, the production stars Adam Sandler alongside Joey Lauren Adams and Cole Sprouse. The protagonist soon discovers the real challenges and unexpected rewards of fatherhood.

‘Gothika’ (2003)

This supernatural psychological thriller arrives on Netflix on Tuesday, September 1. The narrative follows a talented criminal psychologist who wakes up as a patient in the very psychiatric facility where she used to work. Directed by Mathieu Kassovitz, the feature stars Halle Berry, Robert Downey Jr., and Penélope Cruz. The protagonist must navigate mysterious spectral visitations to clear her name of a shocking murder she cannot remember committing.

‘The Rite’ (2011)

This supernatural horror movie begins streaming on Tuesday, September 1. The plot centers on a skeptical American seminary student who travels to the Vatican to attend an exorcism school. Directed by Mikael Håfström, the film stars Anthony Hopkins, Colin O’Donoghue, and Alice Braga. The young trainee is paired with an unconventional veteran priest and begins to confront ancient spiritual forces that challenge his lack of faith.

‘Resident Evil: Vendetta’ (2017)

This computer animated action horror film hits the platform on Tuesday, September 1. The story brings together iconic game characters Chris Redfield, Leon S. Kennedy, and Rebecca Chambers to stop a rogue merchant of death. Directed by Takanori Tsujimoto, the feature utilizes voice talents including Kevin Dorman and Matthew Mercer. The team must race against the clock across New York City to prevent the dispersal of a deadly synthetic virus.

‘Scarface’ (1983)

This iconic crime drama premieres on Netflix on Tuesday, September 1. The narrative depicts the rise and fall of Cuban refugee Tony Montana as he builds a powerful cocaine empire in Miami. Directed by Brian De Palma and written by Oliver Stone, the movie stars Al Pacino, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Steven Bauer. The production became a landmark cinematic work renowned for its intense performances and cultural influence.

‘Shark Tale’ (2004)

This animated family comedy becomes available on Tuesday, September 1. The story follows a small fish named Oscar who falsely claims credit for slaying a shark to raise his social status in the underwater community. Directed by Vicky Jenson, Bibo Bergeron, and Rob Letterman, the film features the voices of Will Smith, Robert De Niro, Renée Zellweger, and Jack Black. The protagonist must navigate the mobster shark underworld when his fabricated heroic reputation gets out of hand.

’17 Again’ (2009)

This fantasy comedy film debuts on Netflix on Tuesday, September 1. The plot centers on a dissatisfied thirty seven year old man who gets a chance to rewrite his life after magically transforming into his teenage self. Directed by Burr Steers, the movie stars Zac Efron, Matthew Perry, and Leslie Mann. The protagonist enrolls in high school alongside his own children to guide them while trying to fix his marriage.

‘Battleship’ (2012)

This science fiction action blockbuster arrives on the streaming service on Tuesday, September 1. The narrative follows an international naval fleet stationed in Hawaii that suddenly encounters an armada of alien warships. Directed by Peter Berg, the film features an ensemble cast including Taylor Kitsch, Alexander Skarsgård, Rihanna, and Liam Neeson. The surviving naval officers must use vintage tactical warfare and coordinated strategy to protect the planet from hostile extraterrestrial technology.

‘Straight Outta Compton’ (2015)

This biographical musical drama begins streaming on Tuesday, September 1. The storyline chronicles the meteoric rise and turbulent journey of the groundbreaking rap group N.W.A from the streets of California. Directed by F. Gary Gray, the film stars O’Shea Jackson Jr., Corey Hawkins, Jason Mitchell, and Paul Giamatti. The narrative highlights the cultural impact and personal rivalries surrounding the revolutionary hip hop icons.

‘Jaws’ (1975)

This classic thriller joins the Netflix library on Tuesday, September 1. The plot focuses on a picturesque summer resort town that becomes terrorized by a man eating great white shark. Directed by Steven Spielberg, the film stars Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw, and Richard Dreyfuss. A local police chief teams up with a marine biologist and an eccentric shark hunter to track down the predator in the open ocean.

‘Knocked Up’ (2007)

This romantic comedy arrives on the platform on Tuesday, September 1. The story follows an ambitious media journalist and an easygoing slacker whose one night stand leads to an unexpected pregnancy. Directed by Judd Apatow, the movie stars Seth Rogen, Katherine Heigl, Paul Rudd, and Leslie Mann. The mismatched pair attempts to form a lasting relationship while navigating career pressures and upcoming parenthood.

‘Dragnet’ (1987)

This buddy cop comedy premieres on Netflix on Tuesday, September 1. The plot follows the straight laced nephew of a legendary detective as he is paired with an unconventional partner in Los Angeles. Directed by Tom Mankiewicz, the film features Dan Aykroyd and Tom Hanks in the lead roles. The two contrasting lawmen work together to uncover a bizarre cult operating within the city.

‘Sleepless in Seattle’ (1993)

This beloved romantic comedy drama lands on the streaming service on Tuesday, September 1. The narrative focuses on a recently widowed architect whose young son calls into a national radio talk show to find him a new partner. Directed by Nora Ephron, the film stars Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan. A Baltimore journalist hears the broadcast across the country and feels an inexplicable pull toward the grieving father.

‘Unfriended’ (2015)

This found footage supernatural horror film becomes available to stream on Tuesday, September 1. The entire story unfolds across a computer screen as six high school friends gather in an online video chatroom. Directed by Levan Gabriadze, the movie stars Shelley Hennig, Moses Storm, and Renee Olstead. An anonymous online user enters their conversation and begins terrorizing them using the account of a deceased classmate.

‘Antz’ (1998)

This computer animated adventure comedy joins the catalog on Tuesday, September 1. The storyline centers on a neurotic worker ant who feels insignificant within his massive underground colony. Directed by Eric Darnell and Tim Johnson, the feature features voice performances from Woody Allen, Sharon Stone, Gene Hackman, and Sylvester Stallone. The worker ant switches places with a soldier friend and inadvertently becomes the leader of a social rebellion.

‘Cruel Intentions’ (1999)

This teen romantic drama arrives on the streaming platform on Tuesday, September 1. The plot revolves around two wealthy Manhattan step siblings who engage in a manipulative wager involving seduction and betrayal. Directed by Roger Kumble, the movie stars Sarah Michelle Gellar, Ryan Phillippe, Reese Witherspoon, and Selma Blair. The dangerous scheme spirals out of control when genuine romantic feelings begin to complicate the bet.

‘Manny’ (2015)

This sports documentary debuts on Netflix on Tuesday, September 1. The narrative explores the inspiring life and athletic career of world champion professional boxer Manny Pacquiao. Directed by Leon Gast and Ryan Moore, the feature is narrated by Liam Neeson. The documentary provides an intimate look at the athlete’s rise from extreme poverty in the Philippines to global boxing stardom and political leadership.

‘Alien’ (1979)

This seminal science fiction horror movie arrives on Tuesday, September 1. The plot follows the crew of the commercial space tug Nostromo as they investigate an enigmatic distress signal from an uncharted moon. Directed by Ridley Scott, the film stars Sigourney Weaver, Tom Skerritt, and John Hurt. The crew soon discovers that a lethal extraterrestrial organism has boarded the vessel and is stalking them in the dark corridors.

‘Jaws: The Revenge’ (1987)

This horror thriller sequel premieres on Netflix on Tuesday, September 1. The storyline follows Ellen Brody as she relocates to the Bahamas after another tragic shark encounter strikes her family. Directed by Joseph Sargent, the movie features Lorraine Gary, Lance Guest, and Michael Caine. Ellen soon realizes that a great white shark appears to have followed her family to tropical waters with personal intent.

‘Neighbors’ (2014)

This comedy blockbuster lands on the streaming service on Tuesday, September 1. The plot centers on a young couple with a newborn infant who find themselves living next door to a wild college fraternity house. Directed by Nicholas Stoller, the movie stars Seth Rogen, Zac Efron, and Rose Byrne. An escalating turf war develops between the frustrated parents and the defiant fraternity members trying to preserve their party lifestyle.

‘Jaws 3-D’ (1983)

This aquatic horror sequel begins streaming on Tuesday, September 1. The narrative takes place at a brand new aquatic theme park in Florida where a young great white shark enters through the water control gates. Directed by Joe Alves, the film features Dennis Quaid, Bess Armstrong, and Louis Gossett Jr. Chaos erupts across the underwater tunnels when the massive mother shark breaches the facility to search for her offspring.

‘Resident Evil: Afterlife’ (2010)

This action packed science fiction film hits Netflix on Tuesday, September 1. The story follows Alice as she searches for human survivors in a ruined world overrun by the infected undead. Directed by Paul W. S. Anderson, the feature stars Milla Jovovich, Ali Larter, and Wentworth Miller. The hero joins forces with a band of refugees in Los Angeles to break into a supposed safe haven known as Arcadia.

‘Resident Evil: Retribution’ (2012)

This high octane sci fi horror sequel debuts on the platform on Tuesday, September 1. The plot follows Alice after she awakens inside an Umbrella Corporation underwater testing facility that simulates major global cities. Directed by Paul W. S. Anderson, the movie stars Milla Jovovich, Sienna Guillory, and Michelle Rodriguez. With help from both old allies and former enemies, the protagonist must fight her way through complex simulation zones to escape.

‘Phantom Thread’ (2017)

This acclaimed period drama joins the Netflix catalog on Tuesday, September 1. The storyline takes place in nineteen fifties London and centers on a meticulous dressmaker who designs couture garments for high society. Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, the film stars Daniel Day Lewis, Vicky Krieps, and Lesley Manville. The tailor’s carefully controlled life is disrupted when he falls in love with a strong willed young woman who becomes his muse.

‘Aliens’ (1986)

This legendary science fiction action film lands on Netflix on Tuesday, September 1. The narrative follows Ellen Ripley after she awakens from hypersleep and agrees to accompany a squad of colonial marines back to a terraforming colony. Directed by James Cameron, the blockbuster stars Sigourney Weaver, Michael Biehn, and Carrie Henn. The heavily armed military unit quickly realizes they are completely outnumbered by an aggressive alien hive led by a queen.

‘Liar Liar’ (1997)

This classic fantasy comedy debuts on the streaming service on Tuesday, September 1. The story centers on a successful attorney who habitually stretches the truth to win cases and appease his family. Directed by Tom Shadyac, the movie stars Jim Carrey alongside Maura Tierney and Cary Elwes. Everything changes when the lawyer’s young son makes a birthday wish that forces his father to speak only the absolute truth for an entire day.

‘Resident Evil: Damnation’ (2012)

This computer animated action horror movie arrives on Netflix on Tuesday, September 1. The plot follows special agent Leon S. Kennedy as he infiltrates a small Eastern European republic to verify rumors of biological weapons in an ongoing civil war. Directed by Makoto Kamiya, the project features voice work from Matthew Mercer, Courtenay Taylor, and Robin Sachs. The investigator must survive encounters with mutated monsters as political forces unleash deadly experimental bioweapons.

‘Keanu’ (2016)

This action comedy film joins the streaming lineup on Tuesday, September 1. The narrative centers on two mild mannered cousins who hatch an outrageous scheme to rescue an adorable lost kitten that was stolen from their home. Directed by Peter Atencio, the movie stars Keegan Michael Key, Jordan Peele, Method Man, and Tiffany Haddish. The cousins are forced to impersonate ruthless street gangsters to infiltrate a dangerous gang and retrieve their beloved pet.

‘T2 Trainspotting’ (2017)

This black comedy drama premieres on the platform on Tuesday, September 1. The storyline catches up with Mark Renton as he returns home to Scotland after two decades of living abroad in exile. Directed by Danny Boyle, the film reunites Ewan McGregor, Ewen Bremner, Jonny Lee Miller, and Robert Carlyle. The old friends navigate lingering resentments, midlife regrets, and dangerous criminal ventures as they cross paths once again.

‘Kick-Ass 2’ (2013)

This superhero action comedy arrives on Netflix on Tuesday, September 1. The plot follows teenage vigilante Dave Lizewski as he joins a grassroots team of masked civilian crime fighters known as Justice Forever. Directed by Jeff Wadlow, the feature stars Aaron Taylor Johnson, Chloë Grace Moretz, Christopher Mintz Plasse, and Jim Carrey. The superhero group faces extreme danger when an old nemesis forms an army of supervillains to seek revenge.

‘Jarhead’ (2005)

This military biographical drama begins streaming on Tuesday, September 1. The narrative is based on the real life memoirs of a young scout sniper serving in the Persian Gulf conflict. Directed by Sam Mendes, the production features Jake Gyllenhaal, Peter Sarsgaard, and Jamie Foxx. The film explores the psychological toll, intense boredom, and emotional isolation experienced by soldiers waiting for combat in the desert.

‘The Blues Brothers’ (1980)

This musical action comedy lands on the streaming catalog on Tuesday, September 1. The story follows paroled convict Jake Blues and his brother Elwood as they embark on a quest to save the Catholic orphanage where they were raised. Directed by John Landis, the classic movie stars John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd. The brothers reunite their rhythm and blues band to earn prize money while fleeing from police, neo Nazis, and a vengeful ex fiancée.

‘Ready or Not’ (2019)

This black comedy horror film becomes available to stream on Tuesday, September 1. The plot centers on a young bride who marries into an eccentric, wealthy board game dynasty at their secluded country estate. Directed by Matt Bettinelli Olpin and Tyler Gillett, the feature stars Samara Weaving, Adam Brody, and Andie MacDowell. The wedding night takes a terrifying turn when the bride is forced to participate in a lethal game of hide and seek for survival.

‘Conan the Barbarian’ (1982)

This epic sword and sorcery adventure debuts on Netflix on Tuesday, September 1. The storyline follows a vengeful warrior who was sold into slavery as a child after his entire village was massacred by a snake cult. Directed by John Milius, the film stars Arnold Schwarzenegger, James Earl Jones, and Sandahl Bergman. The warrior embarks on a dangerous quest across ancient lands to confront the ruthless sorcerer responsible for the death of his parents.

‘Uncle Buck’ (1989)

This family comedy arrives on the platform on Tuesday, September 1. The narrative centers on a carefree, unmarried bachelor who is suddenly asked to babysit his brother’s three children during a family crisis. Written and directed by John Hughes, the movie stars John Candy, Jean Louisa Kelly, and Macaulay Culkin. The unconventional uncle uses his unorthodox parenting methods to connect with the rebellious kids and restore domestic harmony.

‘Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising’ (2016)

This comedy sequel premieres on the streaming service on Tuesday, September 1. The plot follows expectant parents Mac and Kelly Radner as they prepare to sell their suburban house and move into a larger home. Directed by Nicholas Stoller, the movie stars Seth Rogen, Zac Efron, Rose Byrne, and Chloë Grace Moretz. When a loud, newly formed sorority moves in next door, the parents recruit their former fraternity rival to help shut down the neighboring parties.

‘Resident Evil: Death Island’ (2023)

This computer animated action horror film hits Netflix on Tuesday, September 1. The storyline brings together beloved franchise heroes Leon S. Kennedy, Chris Redfield, and Jill Valentine on an investigation that converges on Alcatraz Island. Directed by Eiichirō Hasumi, the production features voice talents including Matthew Mercer and Nicole Tompkins. The team must navigate a new viral outbreak on the island prison before the infection spreads across the globe.

‘Jaws 2’ (1978)

This aquatic thriller sequel lands on the platform on Tuesday, September 1. The story takes place several years after the events at Amity Island as the community attempts to recover its tourism economy. Directed by Jeannot Szwarc, the film stars Roy Scheider, Lorraine Gary, and Murray Hamilton. Police Chief Martin Brody must once again sound the alarm and protect local teenagers when another predatory great white shark appears near the shore.

‘Smile 2’ (2024)

This psychological horror sequel debuts on the streaming service on Thursday, September 3. The narrative centers on a global pop sensation who is about to embark on a massive world tour when she begins experiencing increasingly unexplainable events. Directed by Parker Finn, the film stars Naomi Scott, Rosemarie DeWitt, and Lukas Gage. The singer is forced to face her dark past as the relentless curse threatens to destroy her career and sanity.

‘Folktales’ (2025)

This captivating cinematic feature arrives on Netflix on Thursday, September 3. The production weaves together traditional regional mythology and folkloric storytelling from across different cultural landscapes. The narrative explores timeless themes of identity, community history, and the mystical connections between humans and nature. Viewers are treated to immersive visual design and authentic cultural performances that bring age old legends to life on screen.

‘Fito Páez: The World Within a Song’ (2026)

This music documentary begins streaming on Thursday, September 3. The film chronicles the prolific career, artistic impact, and creative evolution of iconic Argentine rock musician Fito Páez. Through archival footage, live concert recordings, and intimate interviews, the narrative celebrates his influential songbook that defined generations of Latin rock. The documentary provides an inspiring tribute to the artist’s enduring legacy across the international music landscape.

‘Easter Sunday’ (2022)

This family comedy lands on Netflix on Friday, September 4. The plot revolves around a stand up comedian who attends a lively holiday gathering with his boisterous Filipino American family. Directed by Jay Chandrasekhar, the movie stars Jo Koy, Jimmy O. Yang, Tia Carrere, and Tiffany Haddish. The protagonist must resolve chaotic family squabbles, personal financial headaches, and comedic mishaps during a memorable weekend celebration.

‘Teenage Wasteland’ (2026)

This coming of age drama arrives on the platform on Friday, September 4. The storyline follows a tight knit group of suburban teenagers navigating the social anxieties, emotional challenges, and friendships of youth. The narrative explores how the young characters search for purpose and connection within their changing community environment. Strong ensemble performances and realistic dialogue ground this modern exploration of contemporary adolescent life.

‘The Secret Lives of Dentists’ (2003)

This relationship drama premieres on the streaming catalog on Saturday, September 5. The plot centers on a married couple who share a successful joint dental practice along with three young daughters. Directed by Alan Rudolph, the film stars Campbell Scott, Hope Davis, and Denis Leary. When the husband begins to suspect his wife is involved in an extramarital affair, his internal turmoil manifests as imaginary conversations with an abrasive former patient.

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