David Farnor | On 04, Sep 2022

Netflix. Amazon Prime Video. BBC iPlayer. NOW. Apple TV+. Paramount+. All 4. There’s so much TV to watch these days in so many places that it can be hard to keep up. Every month, we boil down what’s on the box to the essentials you need in your streaming queue.

We’ve sorted through All The TV to bring you your September watchlist – what’s worth watching and where you can stream it online in the UK:

Update: Following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, a number of changes have been made to the TV schedules, with programmes potentially rescheduled or postponed. We will do our best to reflect any changes in these listings.

Week 1

Late Night Mash: Season 2

Dave’s revival of The Mash Report continues the original’s blend of up-to-the-minute topical insights and fake news reports – with new host Rachel Parris stepping into centre-stage for Season 2.

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power: Season 1

Amazon’s fantasy epic takes us back to JRR Tolkien’s fabled Second Age of Middle-earth’s history, thousands of years before the events of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings books. Beginning in a time of relative peace, the series follows an ensemble cast of characters, both familiar and new, as they confront the long-feared re-emergence of evil in Middle-earth. Morfydd Clark and Robert Aramayo star as a young Galadriel and Elrond.

Rick and Morty: Season 6

The timey-wimey sci-fi animated comedy returns for a sixth run, with episodes simulcast each week on E4 in the wee small hours of the morning, as well as being repeated later that evening.

Brassic: Season 4

Season 4 of Joe Gilgun’s working-class comedy sees Vinnie (Gilgun) track down Erin (Michelle Keegan), who fled Hawley at the end of the last series to escape dangerous criminal Terence McCann. Among the scenes pictured are those of the gang causing mayhem at a murder mystery night, where Steve Pemberton makes a cameo appearance alongside the fancy dress-clad cast.

Son of a Critch: Season 1

Based on Mark Critch’s award-winning, best-selling memoir, SON OF A CRITCH is the hilarious and very real story of 11-year-old Mark coming of age in St. John’s, Newfoundland in the 80s.

The Imperfects: Season 1

After undergoing an experiment that gives them monstrous side effects, Abbi, Tilda and Juan join forces to find the scientist responsible – and a cure. Morgan Taylor Campbell, Rhianna Jagpal and Iñaki Godoy star in this quirky sci-fi series from the team behind The Order.

Mike: Season 1

The 8-episode limited series explores the tumultuous ups and downs of Tyson’s boxing career and personal life – from being a beloved global athlete to a pariah and back again. Focusing the lens on Mike Tyson, the series examines class in America, race in America, fame and the power of media, misogyny, the wealth divide, the promise of the American Dream and ultimately our own role in shaping Mike’s story.

Wedding Season: Season 1

Hopeless romantic Stefan meets the charismatic Katie, and despite her engagement to the son of a wealthy property magnate, a whirlwind affair begins over a summer of weddings. Before long, they’re on the run from the law, with Katie the prime suspect in a shocking crime. Can they fend off police, organised criminals and their complicated feelings for one another as they try to clear their names?

Cobra Kai: Season 5

Following the shocking results of the All Valley Tournament, Sensei Terry Silver is expanding the Cobra Kai empire and trying to make his “No Mercy” style of karate the only game in town. With Kreese behind bars and Johnny Lawrence setting karate aside to focus on repairing the damage he’s caused, Daniel LaRusso must call on an old friend for help.

Central Park: Season 3

In the third season of “Central Park,” as Bitsy continues her relentless pursuit to buy the park, Owen embarks on a new promotional campaign to make more people fall in love with it, and Paige finds herself busier than ever when she lands her first book deal. Episodes 1 to 3 arrive together, followed by one episode weekly until the finale on 18th November.

Week 2

American Gigolo: Season 1

Pain. Pleasure. Survival. This Showtime series stars John Bernthal in a remake of the film of the same name.

Frozen Planet II

The David Attenborough-fronted series returns to explore Earth’s frozen landscapes and the animals living in icy extremes. From the poles to the highest mountain peaks, there are surprising frozen worlds found on every continent, and each is home to unique and remarkable creatures.

The Serpent Queen: Season 1

A historical drama with an edge, “The Serpent Queen” puts a contemporary spin on conventional storytelling to tell the tale of Catherine de Medici’s (Morton) rise to power. In the series premiere, “Medici Bitch,” Catherine’s tale unfolds through flashbacks as she defends her actions and imparts the lessons she’s learned to her new servant confident, Rahima. At 14, the young, orphaned Catherine marries into the 16th-century French court. Despite her commoner status, her uncle Pope Clement, has negotiated a large dowry and a geopolitical alliance in return for the union, and with it comes the expectation of many heirs. However, on her wedding night, Catherine learns that her new husband is in love with Diane de Poitiers, a beautiful lady-in-waiting twice his age. Episodes arrive weekly.

The Great British Bake Off: Season 13

Rolling pins at the ready! Channel 4’s Back Off is back for its 13th run, with another dozen contestants hoping to be crowned the best amateur baker, judged by Prue Leith and Paul Hollywood and overseen by Matt Lucas and Noel Fielding.

Vampire Academy: Season 1

Produced by Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group and from executive producers Julie Plec(The Vampire Diaries, The Originals, Legacies) and Marguerite MacIntyre (The Vampire Diaries) comes Peacock Original Vampire Academy, a story of friendship, romance and danger. St. Vladmir’s Academy isn’t just any boarding school — it’s a hidden place where vampire royals are educated and half-human teens train to protect them from the savage ‘Strigoi’ vampires who would like to see them destroyed.

Professor T: Season 2

ITV’s entertaining remake of the Belgian crime drama returns for another season, with Ben Miller reprising his role as the eccentric eponymous criminology professor who helps out the police with their investigations.

Am I Being Unreasonable?: Season 1

From Daisy May Cooper and Selin Hizli comes a brand-new twisted comedy thriller about two mums, marital angst, maternal paranoia and a dead cat.

A Private Affair: Season 1

In the late 1940s in Galicia, a daring young upper-class woman with the soul of a policeman, Marina Quiroga (Aura Garrido), sets out to hunt down the serial killer who has been stalking the city for months, and she does so with the help of her faithful butler, Hector (Jean Reno). A discreet and helpful man whose sensitivity and audacity always place him at the key point of the investigation. Together they will fight against all obstacles to achieve it and neither the gender prejudices of the time, nor the resistance of the new commissioner or the attempts of Marina’s mother to marry her off, will prevent them from finally discovering the truth.

The Grand Tour: A Scandi Flick

In the first episode of Season 5 and their first post-pandemic road trip, Jeremy, Richard and James head for the icy wastes of the Scandinavian Arctic Circle. At the wheel of their three favourite rally cars the boys embark on a catastrophe-filled adventure that takes in Cold War submarine bases – frozen lake racetracks, crashes and ski resort chaos as they drag their homemade houses from the coast of Norway to the Russian Border. 

 

Week 3

Bloodlands: Season 2

BBC One 9pm 18 September
After a murder is committed, greed, deceit and betrayal force DCI Tom Brannick to question just what lengths he will go to to keep his identity as legendary assassin, Goliath, hidden. Starring James Nesbitt and Charlene McKenna.

Harley Quinn: Season 3

The mayhem and madness continue in season three of this adult animated comedy series, starring Kaley Cuoco and Lake Bell as Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy.

Queen Elizabeth II’s Funeral

Monday 19th September marks the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, 10 days after she passed away at Balmoral. After a procession across the UK, and several days of lying in state with members of the public queuing to pay their respects, the Queen’s coffin will make its way to Westminster Abbey for the funeral, before ultimately heading to Windsor, where the Queen will be buried. Coverage kicks off at 8am, with the funeral taking place at 11am, followed by a procession and a second service in the afternoon. Read our full guide to what’s happening when and where you can watch it here.

Star Wars: Andor: Season 1

This Rogue One prequel will follow Cassian Andor’s journey to discover the difference he can make in the galaxy. The series brings forward the tale of the burgeoning rebellion against the Empire and how people and planets became involved. It’s an era filled with danger, deception and intrigue where Cassian will embark on the path that is destined to turn him into a rebel hero. Episodes arrive weekly.

The Kardashians: Season 2

Cameras return to capture the ever-changing lives of Kris, Kourtney, Kim, Khloé, Kendall and Kylie. The family welcomes viewers back to stand with them through their latest triumphs and struggles. From fiery romances and life-changing milestones to unimaginable successes, their family bond remains unbreakable as they navigate their public and private lives – for all the world to see. Episodes arrive weekly.

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK: Season 4

12 new queens compete to be the UK’s next Drag Race superstar as the competition series returns for a glamorous fourth run. Episodes arrive weekly.

Ghosts: Season 4

A cash-strapped young couple inherit a rickety country mansion, only to find it teeming with needy ghosts in this delightful comedy from the Horrible Histories team. Season 4 picks up as Mike and Alison welcome the very first guests to their new bijoux B&B, determined to get a glowing review, whatever the cost. All episodes arrive on BBC iPlayer at once.

Strictly Come Dancing: Season 20

The BBC’s dancing competition series returns for its slightly postponed 20th outing, with the first two episodes airing on consecutive nights – starting on the Friday, then followed by its usual weekly Saturday night slot. This year’s contestants include Ellie Simmonds, Ellie Taylor, Fleur East, Hamza Yassin, Helen Skelton, James Bye, Jayde Adams, Kaye Adams, Kym Marsh, Matt Goss, Molly Rainford, Richie Anderson , Tony Adams, Tyler West and Will Mellor .

Academy Dreams: Leeds United

A NEO Studios production, this six-part docuseries is the product of behind-the-scenes access to Leeds United’s players and staff across a year of filming. Narrated by former Leeds United player and actor Vinnie Jones, the episodes give viewers a backstage pass to Leeds United’s Thorp Arch academy during the 2021-22 campaign, and gives a fascinating insight into the highs and lows of young players as they make their way in the professional game. The series provides a focus on established academy graduates such as senior England international and local Kalvin Phillips, and breakthrough talents including Joe Gelhardt, Sam Greenwood, and Crysencio Summerville, all of whom signed new contracts with Leeds United earlier this month.

Week 4

Industry: Season 2

HBO’s drama following graduates finding their way in the ruthless world of financial trading returns. Season 2 sees the firm Pierpoint entering a period of change, as a new American voice lands from New York. Daniel Van Deventer’s arrival forces a return to work for Harper, who has been laying low in a hotel throughout the Covid-19 lockdowns. But the US invasion signals a larger threat. The pandemic has proven that Pierpoint can do more with less, so the die is cast: either New York CPS or London CPS will subsume the other. Only one will survive. All 8 episodes arrive on BBC iPlayer at once.

This England: Season 1

The six-part series is co-written and directed by Michael Winterbottom and follows Boris Johnson’s tumultuous first months as Prime Minister, tracing the impact on the country of the first wave of the Covid-19 pandemic. The drama takes us inside the halls of power, as Johnson (Branagh) grapples with the pandemic, Brexit and his controversial personal and political life. The events in government are interwoven with stories from around the country, from the experts and scientists racing against time to understand the virus; the doctors, nurses and care-home workers on the frontline working tirelessly and heroically to contain and overcome it; and ordinary people whose lives were thrown into turmoil.

The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers: Season 2

After winning back the Mighty Ducks team name last year, our squad-with-heart and their coach Alex Morrow (Lauren Graham) take to the road to attend an intense summer hockey institute in California run by charming yet hardcore former NHL player, Colin Cole (Josh Duhamel). It’s a place for kids to get excellent at hockey — without school to get in the way. As our Ducks try to survive in this super-competitive environment, they’re faced with the question: Can you win summer?

The Old Man: Season 1

Based on the bestselling novel of the same name by Thomas Perry, The Old Man centres on Dan Chase (Jeff Bridges) who absconded from the CIA decades ago and has been living off the grid since. When an assassin arrives and tries to take Chase out, the old operative learns that, to ensure his future, he must reconcile his past. The FBI’s Assistant Director for Counterintelligence is called to hunt Chase down because of his complicated past with the rogue fugitive. Episodes arrive weekly.

Taskmaster: Season 14

Greg Davies and Alex Horne once again put contestants through a string of wonderfully pointless tasks as the hilarious competition series returns. This time, the contenders include Dara Ó Briain, Fern Brady, John Kearns, Munya Chawawa and Sarah Millican.

Queer for Fear: A History of Queer Horror: Season 1

From executive producer Bryan Fuller (Hannibal), Queer for Fear is a four-part documentary series about the history of the LGBTQ+ community in the horror and thriller genres. From its literary origins with queer authors Mary Shelley, Bram Stoker, and Oscar Wilde to the pansy craze of the 1920s that influenced Universal Monsters and Hitchcock; from the “lavender scare” alien invasion films of the mid-20th century to the AIDS obsessed bloodletting of 80s vampire films; through genre-bending horrors from a new generation of queer creators; Queer for Fear re-examines genre stories through a queer lens, seeing them not as violent, murderous narratives, but as tales of survival that resonate thematically with queer audiences everywhere. Episodes arrive weekly.

Don’t Hug Me I’m Scared

The YouTube sensation comes to Channel 4. Join Red Guy, Yellow Guy and Duck as they learn everything there is to know with the help of some friendly talking objects, in this comedy-horror puppet show. The whole box set hits All 4 on 23rd September.

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