16 Best Movies New to Streaming in September: ‘Civil War,’ ‘Wolfs,’ ‘The Boy and the Heron’ and More

 This September brings a mix of exciting new films to streaming platforms. Here are some of the highlights:

1. "Civil War" (Max, Sept. 13) - Directed by Alex Garland, this dystopian thriller imagines a near-future America engulfed in a civil war. The story follows a group of journalists navigating the chaos to reach the president. It’s an intense, thought-provoking film with strong performances and echoes of John Carpenter's style.

2. "The Boy and the Heron" (Max, Sept. 6) - The latest masterpiece from Studio Ghibli and director Hayao Miyazaki. This animated fantasy explores themes of loss and discovery as a young boy named Mahito encounters a mysterious heron that leads him into a world where the living and the dead coexist.

3. "I Saw the TV Glow" (Max, Sept. 20) - A unique horror-drama from A24, directed by Jane Schoenbrun. It follows two high school outcasts who become obsessed with a late-night TV show, leading them to question their reality and identities.

4. "Grave of the Fireflies" (Max, Sept. 16) - Another Studio Ghibli classic, this deeply moving World War II drama explores the lives of two siblings struggling to survive in war-torn Japan. It’s widely regarded as one of the most poignant animated films ever made.

These films offer a mix of intense drama, thoughtful horror, and breathtaking animation, perfect for the early fall season​