The streaming giant Netflix has a slew of shows to binge this September. From mystery thrillers and reality shows to dark comedies and mythological programs, Netflix has something for everyone.
While Nicole Kidman’s family mystery is getting rave reviews, fans are also appreciating Jeff Goldblum’s mythological comedy. For cooking enthusiasts, Netflix has a fresh Korean show that pits amateurs against chefs in a unique cook-off. And for those who want to put on their detective hats, Holly Jackson’s mystery thriller is the perfect place to start.
Viewers can check out the list below, featuring ten of the best TV shows currently streaming on Netflix this September.
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1) The Perfect Couple
Starring Nicole Kidman, Liev Schreiber, Dakota Fanning, and others, The Perfect Couple is a mystery drama miniseries from Netflix.
Based on the novel of the same name by Elin Hilderbrand and directed by Susanne Bier, the show revolves around the wealthy Winbury family and their daughter’s wedding in Nantucket. When a body washes up ashore, the family’s joyous occasion turns into a tragedy as everyone becomes a suspect and hidden secrets come to light.
2) Emily in Paris
Created by Darren Star and starring Lily Collins, Emily in Paris is a popular romantic comedy-drama, with the second part of the fourth season recently released on Netflix.
The show revolves around an American marketing executive, Emily Cooper, who moves to Paris to provide an American viewpoint to a French firm. As she settles into her new life in the chic city, she juggles career, love, and friendships—all in a hilarious manner.
3) Love is Blind
A popular dating reality TV show, Love is Blind recently released its sixth season this year. Created by Chris Coelen and co-hosted by Nick and Vanessa Lachey, the show follows a unique concept where single men and women date each other before meeting in person.
The show describes itself as a social experiment and has spawned a successful franchise of international versions. Interestingly, couples can meet face-to-face only when a marriage proposal is accepted.
4) The Frog
For fans of Korean shows, Netflix recently released The Frog, a mystery crime thriller directed by Mo Wan-il and starring Kim Yoon-seok, Yoon Kye-sang, and others.
The show revolves around an elderly man, Yeong-ha (Yoon-seok), who lives alone in a secluded town near Seoul after his wife’s death. His life is upturned when a mysterious visitor comes to his property and disrupts his normal routine.
5) Outer Banks
A teen drama with mystery, action, and adventure, Outer Banks stars Chase Stokes, Madison Bailey, and others. The show’s fourth season will release soon, so it’s a good time to catch up on the series’ three seasons.
The program is set in the Outer Banks of North Carolina, where a social hierarchy exists between the rich and the poor. A misfit group of teenagers gets involved in the mystery of finding a lost treasure.
6) Dead to Me
Starring Christina Applegate and Linda Cardellini, Dead to Me is a black comedy-drama co-produced by Will Ferrell. The show revolves around two women, Jen and Judy, who become friends through a twist of fate. When Jen’s husband dies in a hit-and-run accident, she joins a grief support group to channel her anger and grief. There, she meets Judy, who has also suffered a tragic loss.
7) Heartstopper
Created by Alice Oseman and based on her own webcomic and graphic novel, Heartstopper is a British coming-of-age romantic drama that stars Joe Locke, Kit Connor, and others. The show’s third season releases soon, and its previous seasons offer a touching tale of love. The series revolves around Charlie (Locke), a gay schoolboy who falls for his popular classmate Nick (Connor). The series also explores the lives of their friends, including Tao, Elle, Tara, and others.
8) KAOS
Starring Jeff Goldblum, KAOS is a British mythological comedy that recently premiered on Netflix. The show begins when Zeus, the supreme god of Greek mythology, discovers signs of mortality and begins to fear the end of his rule. Amidst this, three humans find themselves connected by an ancient prophecy. As Zeus becomes vengeful towards humans, the three decide to stop him and uncover the secret behind their connection.
9) Culinary Class Wars
A Korean cooking reality show, Culinary Class Wars pits 100 chefs, including Michelin-starred legends (known as white spoon chefs) against amateur food lovers (known as black spoon chefs) in a battle of flavor.
Judged by Paik Jong-won and Anh Sung-jae, the show recently premiered on Netflix and features new episodes every week. Full of innovation and thrills, the unique cooking show includes exciting face-offs where the white and black spoon chefs whip up delicious dishes.
10) A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder
Starring Emma Myers, A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder is a British mystery thriller based on the novel of the same name by Holly Jackson. The series revolves around a teenage girl, Pip (Myers), who decides to use her school project to investigate her town’s controversial disappearance of a popular student, Andie. Pip and her friends investigate Andie’s acquaintances and realize that the case, deemed solved, might not be as straightforward.
As fall sets in and summer ends, viewers can go through the list and select any show of their liking for a fun and cozy binge-watch this September.
While the shows in this list are currently streaming on Netflix, there are other exciting programs that will soon be available this September, including Ellen DeGeneres: For Your Approval, Penelope, Mr. McMahon, Nobody Wants This, and more.