10 Best New Movies Coming To Prime Video In September 2026

Prime Video's September 2026 release plan offers a particularly strong lineup for movie fans, with a collection of films that have earned their staying power for very different reasons. Some are celebrated classics that shape their genres, while others have become beloved rewatches because they just know how to entertain. Together, they offer a welcome reminder that a great movie does not need to be new to be worth making time for.

There are tense thrillers, ambitious dramas, iconic horror, sprawling adventure, and character-driven coming-of-age stories, with each film bringing something to the table. Whether you are revising a longtime favorite or finally catching up with a movie that has been sitting on your watchlist for years, September has plenty of worthwhile options. These are the best movies coming to Prime Video this September that deserve a spot at the top of your queue.

10 The Silence of the Lambs (1991)

Directed by Jonathan Demme

Jonathan Demme's The Silence of the Lambs is still one of the most influential psychological thrillers ever made. Jodie Foster stars as the FBI trainee Clarice Starling, who turns to imprisoned serial killer Hannibal Lecter, played by Anthony Hopkins, for help with catching Buffalo Bill. The film became only the third movie to win all five major Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Director, Actor, Actress, and Adapted Screenplay. It also remains the only horror film to win Best Picture. More than three decades later, its unnerving mix of crime procedural practice and psychological horror still holds up.

9 Raging Bull (1980)

Directed by Martin Scorsese

Martin Scorsese's Raging Bull follows real-life boxer Jake LaMotta, played by Robert De Niro, as his career reaches new heights while his violent temper and jealousy wreak havoc on his personal life. Rather than the film just being a traditional boxing movie, Scorsese delivers a raw character study about anger, insecurity, and self-destruction throughout the story. De Niro won the Academy Award for Best Actor, while the film also took home Best Film Editing awards. More than four decades later, Raging Bull is still widely regarded as one of the greatest American films ever made. It is also an absolutely essential watch for any Scorsese fans.

8 Cape Fear (1991)

Directed by Martin Scorsese

Martin Scorsese's Cape Fear is another must-watch from the director's filmography. This film puts a terrifying spin on the home-invasion thriller trope. Robert De Niro also stars in this film, playing Max Cady, a convicted rapist who targets the lawyer he blames for his imprisonment after discovering the truth about his original defense. De Niro earned a well deserved Oscar nomination for this specific role, while Juliette Lewis also received a Supporting Actress nomination. With its southern Gothic vibe and increasingly disturbing cat and mouse game, Cape Fear remains one of Scorsese’s most suspenseful thrillers.

7 The Thing (1982)

Directed by John Carpenter

John Carpenter's The Thing traps a group of researchers in Antarctica with an alien that can perfectly imitate any living organism. Kurt Russell stars as helicopter pilot R.J. MacReady, who must figure out which members of the isolated team can still be trusted. Although the film initially received a chilly reception, it eventually became one of the more celebrated sci-fi horror movies ever made. Its practical creature effects remain incredible, while its paranoia and bleak environmental immersion make The Thing just as unsettling today. It was also selected for preservation in the National Film Registry in 2025, which is a really cool thing.

6 Carrie (1976)

Directed by Brian De Palma

Brian De Palma's Carrie is one of the more influential Stephen King adaptions ever made. Sissy Spacek stars as a bullied teenager whose telekinetic powers turn prom night into a horrifying nightmare. The film earned Spacek and Piper Laurie Oscar nominations and became a major commercial and critical success. Its iconic prom scene has been referenced countless times, while Carrie itself continues to rank among the most celebrated horror movies of the 1970s. It was also added to the National Film Registry in 2022 for its cultural, historical, and aesthetic significance.

5 The Great Escape (1963)

Directed by John Sturges

John Sturges' The Great Escape brings together an all-star cast, including Steve McQueen, James Garner, and Richard Attenborough, for a thrilling World War II adventure. This film is based off of the real-life mass escape from a German prisoner of war camp. The main plot follows Allied prisoners as they plot an elaborate breakout. It became one of 1963s highest-grossing films and has since developed a cult following. Its famous motorcycle scene, particularly McQueen's iconic jump, is also still one of cinema's most memorable stunts.

4 Collateral (2004)

Directed by Michael Mann

Michael Mann's Collateral takes an ordinary Los Angeles cab ride and throws it for a spin in a deadly night. Jamie Foxx plays a cab driver forced to transport Vincent (Tom Cruise), a hitman carrying out a series of assassinations across the city. Cruise's against-type performance earned widespread praise, while Foxx received an Oscar nomination for the Best Supporting Actor role. With its cool visuals and memorable performances, Collateral remains one of the standout crime thrillers coming to streaming from the 2000s.

3 Atomic Blonde (2017)

Directed by David Leitch

Charlize Theron brings serious star power to Atomic Blonde, a stylish Cold War spy thriller directed by David Leitch. Theron plays MI6 agent Lorraine Broughton, who heads to Berlin just before the fall of the Berlin Wall to recover a list of undercover agents. The movie soon after became a box-office hit, earning $100 million worldwide, but its biggest feat remains Theron's physical performance in this role. Its brutal, carefully choreographed fight scenes helped Atomic Blonde stand out among recent action releases.

2 The Edge of Seventeen (2016)

Directed by Kelly Fremon Craig

The Edge of Seventeen brings a very different kind of emotional chaos to Primes September lineup. Kelly Fremon Craig's coming of age comedy drama follows Nadine, a lonely 17-year-old whose world falls apart when her best friend starts to date her older brother. Hailee Steinfeld gives the movie a hugely vulnerable edge, making Nadine's insecurity and awkwardness feel painfully relatable. With its nice mix of humor, teenage anxiety, family drama, and genuine heart, it is a pretty easy pick for anyone looking for something more grounded between the darker movies on this list.

1 The Mummy (1999)

Directed by Stephen Sommers

Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz make The Mummy one of the most entertaining adventure movies of the 1990s. The film follows treasure hunter Rick O'Connell and librarian Evelyn Carnahan as they accidentally awaken Imhotep, an ancient high priest with supernatural powers. Packed with action, horror, a touch of romance, and plenty of humor, The Mummy knows exactly how to have fun with the films overall premise. Its mix of larger-than-life adventure and creepy Egyptian mythology also makes for a really easy rewatch if anyone is looking for a classic blockbuster to check out.