New Movies Coming to Theatres in September 2026
08/19/2026 • 6 min read
Looking for the biggest movies coming out in September 2026? This month brings a strong mix of action, horror, fantasy, historical drama, anime, and fan-favorite theatrical events.
The September lineup includes action-packed thrillers like Onslaught, Runner, and Heart of the Beast, alongside major releases such as Resident Evil and Practical Magic 2. Fans of classic franchises can revisit The Hunger Games, celebrate Star Trek's 60th Anniversary, or spend an entire weekend with Batman on the big screen.
Anime fans also have a strong month ahead with Cocoon: One Summer of Girlhood and Studio Ghibli's beloved Princess Mononoke. Whether you want big action, spooky fun, family-friendly stories, or a limited-time event, September gives you plenty of reasons to head to the movies.
New Movies Coming to Theaters This September
Onslaught
Release Date: September 4
Onslaught follows an Army sniper who must protect her young daughter after a rogue squad of genetically engineered super soldiers breaks loose in the desert. It sounds lean, loud, and built for action fans who like high-stakes survival stories with a fierce parent at the center.
Onslaught Showtimes in Theaters
By Any Means
Release Date: September 4
Based on a true story, By Any Means stars Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as a young FBI agent sent to 1960s Mississippi to investigate killings targeting civil rights leaders. Mark Wahlberg plays mafia hitman Greg Scarpa. This one is for viewers who like crime dramas with moral pressure, historical weight, and blurred lines between justice and revenge.
By Any Means Showtimes in Theaters
Practical Magic 2
Release Date: September 11
Practical Magic 2 brings Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman back to the magical world of the Owens sisters. This sequel mixes family curses, powerful ancestral magic, and moonlit chaos. Fans of the original should find this one easy to add to their September movie list.
Practical Magic 2 Showtimes in Theaters
The Uprising
Release Date: September 11
The Uprising stars Andrew Garfield as the leader of a rebellion against King Richard II. With war spreading across England, he builds an army of ordinary people to fight for justice and survival. History fans and action-drama audiences should pay attention.
The Uprising Showtimes in Theaters
Runner
Release Date: September 11
Runner throws a former soldier, played by Alan Ritchson, into a deadly race to complete a critical medical delivery. Owen Wilson plays his unlikely partner, while a ruthless cartel closes in. If you like chase movies with ticking clocks and nonstop tension, this one looks promising.
Resident Evil
Release Date: September 18
Resident Evil returns with a new story from filmmaker Zach Cregger. Austin Abrams stars as Bryan, a medical courier trapped in a night of chaos and survival. Horror fans and longtime franchise followers should expect action, panic, and plenty of creature-feature energy.
Resident Evil Showtimes in Theaters
Daniel: The Fiery Furnace
Release Date: September 18
Daniel: The Fiery Furnace arrives during the September 18 weekend. The title points to the well-known biblical story, making it a likely pick for families, church groups, and audiences looking for inspirational entertainment built around courage, faith, and conviction.
Shaun the Sheep The Beast of Mossy Bottom
Release Date: September 18
Shaun the Sheep The Beast of Mossy Bottom takes place on Halloween Eve at Mossy Bottom Farm. After the Farmer ruins the pumpkin patch, Shaun tries to fix things with science experiments, but a strange beast soon appears in the woods. Families who enjoy playful animation should have fun here.
The Weight
Release Date: September 18
The Weight stars Ethan Hawke as Samuel, a prisoner offered freedom if he helps smuggle gold from a remote mine. Russell Crowe plays Warden Clancy. This looks like a tense survival thriller for viewers who like betrayal, danger, and desperate choices.
The Weight Showtimes in Theaters
Primetime
Release Date: September 25
Primetime centers on a well-known 2006 television host setting out to make TV history. The story should interest viewers drawn to media-focused dramas, true-event storytelling, and films about fame, ethics, and pressure.
Primetime Showtimes in Theaters
Heart of the Beast
Release Date: September 25
Heart of the Beast stars Brad Pitt as Special Forces officer James Belmont, who survives a plane crash and ends up stranded in the Alaskan wilderness with his combat dog, Odin. Directed by David Ayer, it should appeal to survival-thriller fans and dog lovers alike.
Heart of the Beast Showtimes in Theaters
Forgotten Island
Release Date: September 25
Forgotten Island follows lifelong best friends who are transported to a mythic island. The catch is painful: their memories of each other become the price of returning home. This sounds like a fantasy drama for viewers who like emotional stakes mixed with strange, mysterious worlds.
Forgotten Island Showtimes in Theaters
Special Event Cinema Coming to Cinemark This September
Not every great theater trip comes from a brand-new movie. September also brings limited runs and fan events that can turn an ordinary weeknight into something more memorable. As always, check your nearby Cinemark theatre because availability may vary by location.
The Hunger Games Movies Back in Theaters
Dates: September 3 through September 7
The odds are back in your favor. All five The Hunger Games films return to theaters for a limited engagement, giving longtime fans and newer viewers another chance to experience the full saga on the big screen. Each film also includes exclusive sneak peeks of The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, arriving in theaters on November 20, 2026.
Watch Hunger Games Movies in Theaters
Anniversary Screenings Worth Catching
Some movies and franchises work differently in a theater. You notice the scale, the sound, the crowd, and the details that are easy to miss at home. September gives several classics a reason to come back.
Star Trek 60th Anniversary Celebration
Dates: September 4 through September 8
Star Trek celebrates 60 years with television episodes shown on the big screen for the first time, plus 4K remasters of the original four films. This is an easy recommendation for sci-fi fans and anyone who wants to revisit one of entertainment's most beloved universes.
Watch Star Trek 60th Anniversary in Theaters
The Nutty Professor 30th Anniversary
Date: September 6
The Nutty Professor returns for its 30th anniversary. The comedy follows kind-hearted professor Sherman Klump, who takes a chemical that transforms him into the slimmer but obnoxious Buddy Love. Fans of broad comedy and big character work may enjoy seeing it back in theaters.
Watch The Nutty Professor 30th Anniversary in Theaters
Batman Day 2026
Batman gets a full weekend of big-screen moments in September, with three very different versions of Gotham returning to theaters. Whether you like dark crime fantasy, animated mystery, or brick-built comedy, there is a Batman screening for you.
Batman
Date: September 18
The 1989 Batman returns for Batman Day. This version follows Gotham City's Dark Knight as he begins his war on crime and faces his first major enemy, the Joker. It remains one of the most influential superhero films ever made.
LEGO Batman
Date: September 19
LEGO Batman brings a lighter and funnier version of Gotham back to theaters. Batman must face the Joker while learning that teamwork may be the key to saving the city. Families and animation fans should enjoy this one.
LEGO Batman Showtimes in Theaters
Batman: Mask of the Phantasm
Date: September 20
Batman: Mask of the Phantasm returns to the big screen with one of the most respected animated Batman stories ever made. Batman faces a dangerous new foe while Bruce Wayne's past resurfaces. The screening also includes the Looney Tunes short Rabbit Rider as a bonus feature.
Batman Mask of the Phantasm Showtimes in Theaters
Anime Fans Have More Than One Must-See This September
Anime fans get two very different but equally compelling choices this month. One tells a deeply personal wartime story, while the other brings one of Studio Ghibli's most celebrated adventures back to theaters.
Cocoon: One Summer of Girlhood
Date: September 4
Set on a peaceful island during wartime, Cocoon: One Summer of Girlhood follows San and Mayu as their school life is changed by the arrival of conflict. The story blends friendship, resilience, and coming-of-age drama against a difficult historical backdrop. Viewers who appreciate thoughtful animated storytelling should find plenty to connect with here.
Cocoon One Summer of Girlhood English Dubbed Showtimes in Theaters
Cocoon One Summer of Girlhood Japanese with English Subtitles Showtimes in Theaters
Princess Mononoke
Dates: September 26 and September 28
Princess Mononoke returns as part of Studio Ghibli Fest 2026. Directed by Hayao Miyazaki, the film follows Ashitaka as he becomes caught between humans, forest spirits, animal gods, and Princess Mononoke herself. Its breathtaking animation and powerful themes continue to resonate with audiences decades later.
Studio Ghibli Fest in Theaters
Other Screenings Coming This September
The Passion of the Christ
Dates: September 10 through September 17
The Passion of the Christ returns to theaters newly remastered in 4K. Audiences will also see a behind-the-scenes sneak peek at The Resurrection of the Christ: Part One. This limited engagement will appeal to faith-based audiences and moviegoers interested in biblical epics.
The Passion of the Christ Showtimes in Theaters
September 2026 Offers Plenty of Reasons to Go to the Movies
September gives moviegoers a strong mix instead of one obvious path. You can go big with action in Runner, Onslaught, or Heart of the Beast. You can lean into horror with Resident Evil. You can bring the family to Shaun the Sheep The Beast of Mossy Bottom. Or you can revisit favorite worlds through The Hunger Games, Star Trek, Batman Day, or Princess Mononoke.
So choose based on your mood. Need suspense? Go darker. Want something light? Bring the family. Looking for nostalgia? Pick a special screening. September 2026 has enough variety that the best movie night is probably the one that feels right when you walk into the theater.
