Every Anime Coming to Netflix in September 2026
By Tulisha Srivastava
August 30, 2026, 11:00pm
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As the Summer 2026 anime season continues, Netflix is releasing a new list of anime series and films for its September Calendar. Unlike Crunchyroll, which releases dozens of seasonal releases, Netflix has a monthly schedule for the latest series and the older series getting licensed for the first time. As the anime industry grows in popularity, Netflix keeps expanding its library with new originals and the return of some of the most beloved classics of all time. Although the monthly schedule isn’t always that expansive, it always offers something new to anime fans.
September 2026 Calendar Highlights
September 2026 calendar is shorter than most months, but each of the entries offers something special for fans. One of them includes the classic psychological film, Perfect Blue, directed by the legendary Satoshi Kon. Additionally, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run will also return with new weekly episodes. What’s on Netflix revealed the September lineup, and so far only four have been confirmed. However, there’s always a possibility that more series or films will be announced on short notice when September begins.
Confirmed Releases:
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Perfect Blue (Streaming September 1st, 2026) Image Courtesy of Madhouse
The beloved film will begin streaming on the platform. Among the timeless classics of the 1990s, Perfect Blue maintained its legacy for decades and remains one of the most captivating psychological thrillers of all time. The film is directed by Satoshi Kon, a legendary director known for several timeless classics such as Paprika, Tokyo Godfathers, and more. Produced under the banner of Madhouse, Perfect Blue has stayed in the spotlight throughout these years thanks to several re-releases, a 4k remastered version, and many more surprises. It was Satoshi Kon’s directorial debut, and the stunning film made him into one of the most renowned filmmakers of all time. This psychological horror blurs the line between reality and fantasy, all the while depicting some of the most spectacular visuals seen in anime history. The story focuses on Mima Kirigoe, whose life turned upside down when she switched her career from a J-pop idol to an actress. It doesn’t take long before she finds herself being targeted by an obsessed fan who begins stalking and impersonating her, leading to all kinds of strange incidents around her, forcing her to question her own sanity.
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Pokémon Horizons Season 3—Rising Hope Part 4 (Streaming September 18th, 2026) Image Courtesy of Netflix
Pokémon Horizons is one of the newest additions to the franchise, and it’s all set to conclude its third season. The first part was released in January this year, with the anime returning with more parts throughout 2026 to continue the story a year after the events in Laqua. The story focuses on the central characters, Liko and Roy, as they return to the series as they plan to rebuild the Rising Volt Tacklers, which doesn’t have a leader now. Additionally, Dot, Roy’s new Lucario, who is also an expert in combat, will play a crucial role in their journey.