What to Watch in September 2025 - Amazon Prime

September 2025 looks loaded. After the summer rush at the theaters, Prime Video and its partner platforms are rolling out some serious variety.

This month brings dark thrillers, black comedies, tense dramas, and plenty of horror for those preparing for the spooky season. Whether you’re into high-stakes action or you just want something weird that makes you think, there’s something here worth queuing up.

Nobody 2 (Premieres September 2)

Hutch Mansell is back. This time he’s trying to do the normal family vacation thing in Plummerville, but of course, it goes sideways fast. There’s a corrupt theme-park mogul, a sheriff with secrets, and a local crime boss who doesn’t like strangers. Bob Odenkirk leans all the way into it again, making Hutch’s comeback feel as chaotic and offbeat as before.

Critics say it’s a sequel that delivers: violent, stylish, and just self-aware enough to have fun with itself. If the first one worked for you, this one should too.

Behold! (Premieres September 8)

A couple dealing with a dying marriage ends up hosting something much worse. This homebound horror starts grounded, then spirals into the supernatural. Reviews are nonexistent for now, so you’re going in blind.

But the setup hits all the right dread notes: closed spaces, unspoken trauma, and something lurking that feeds on both. Not for comfort viewing. Could be a sleeper hit or a skip.

Honey Don’t! (Premieres September 9)

Margaret Qualley plays Honey O’Donahue, a private eye in a small town unraveling deaths tied to a shady church. Chris Evans is the local reverend who might be pulling the strings.

It’s a dark crime comedy that tries to juggle too much, and not everything lands. Some critics think it’s clever, others say it’s chaotic. Either way, the premise is bold, and it’s worth a watch if you like strange genre blends. Just don’t expect a clean resolution.

Strange Harvest (Premieres September 9)

Detectives hunt a killer nicknamed Mr. Shiny, back from the dead or something worse. This one leans into cosmic horror without fully showing its hand, and that’s what makes it work.

It opens like a gritty procedural, then slowly shifts into something colder and weirder. The structure mirrors true crime docs, but the turns are pure nightmare fuel. Not a fun ride, but definitely a fascinating one.

Tatami (Premieres September 9)

Leila is an Iranian judo athlete told to fake an injury to avoid fighting an Israeli opponent in the finals. What starts as a sports film turns into a tense political thriller. Arienne Mandi gives a sharp, emotionally restrained performance as Leila, and Zar Amir-Ebrahimi directs with co-creator Guy Nattiv.

The whole thing is shot in black and white, adding to the mood. If you like stripped-down tension and stories that dare to say something, this is one of the best picks of the month.

We Strangers (Premieres September 9)

Rayelle cleans houses in Gary, Indiana. She lies about being able to talk to the dead and suddenly finds herself at the center of something much bigger. The film tracks how one small lie spins into power and chaos. It’s about class, power, and who gets to tell stories and be believed.

Anu Valia’s directorial debut is visually striking and carries more weight than you might expect going in. This isn’t feel-good, but it is thoughtful and smart.

Weapons (Premieres September 9)

One child is left behind when the rest of their class vanishes on the same night. What follows is a messy, grim search for answers. Directed by Zach Cregger, who did Barbarian, this leans into suspense and quiet horror without ever losing focus.

It mixes dark humor with actual dread, and the result feels controlled but chaotic. The performances help ground it, especially from the younger cast. Definitely one for fans of horror that sticks with you. I’ve already cleared my watchlist for this one.

The Girlfriend (Premieres September 10, season 1)

Robin Wright plays Laura, a mother who thinks her son’s new girlfriend Cherry is hiding something. Olivia Cooke plays Cherry with just the right amount of charm and menace.

It’s a domestic psychological thriller that never quite lets you feel comfortable. You’ll be questioning who to trust until the end. Tight script, strong acting, and just enough room for paranoia to breathe.

The Pines Still Whisper (Premieres September 12)

Penny lives in a secluded cabin with Claire, who says it’s for her own good. But the more Penny learns, the more everything feels wrong. There’s mystery, isolation, and slow tension that eventually breaks into full horror.

It’s not flashy, but it’s quietly intense. Fans of atmospheric indie horror will find plenty to like. This one’s on my list for a quiet, creepy night in.

Through the Smoke (Premieres September 15)

Set in a fire-ravaged corner of rural Montana, this character-driven mystery follows a volunteer firefighter who uncovers strange patterns in the ashes of several recent wildfires. As she digs deeper, she starts to suspect something or someone is using the destruction to hide a series of well-timed disappearances.

It’s a slow-burn thriller that mixes eco-horror and small-town suspicion. Not flashy, but the mood builds steadily and the payoff is chilling. I’m hoping this ends up being one of those under-the-radar standouts.

Byline (Premieres September 18)

This newsroom drama follows a veteran political journalist as she tries to break a government corruption scandal while mentoring a rookie reporter who may or may not be trustworthy.

Set in Washington, DC, and inspired by real events, it blends sharp writing with strong performances and a tense atmosphere. Expect tight dialogue, media cynicism, and newsroom backstabbing. If you miss serious journalism shows with an edge, Byline delivers.

September – Amazion Prime

There’s no one vibe this month. Prime Video’s lineup throws a little bit of everything at the wall: action, politics, twisted romance, family tension, haunted homes, missing kids, and one dead-eyed assassin just trying to relax. Not everything’s a guaranteed hit, but the mix is solid. Whether you’re in for something bleak, weird, or just out for blood, it’s worth looking past the usual front-page tiles and digging in.