Back to School on Netflix: Bumper Slate Kids & Family Releases in September 2026 Revealed

Whether you’re looking for a brand new entry in the One Piece universe, returning to Hawkins, or just looking to distract the little ones while you pack their lunchboxes, there’s something for everyone this month. 

Also, if you’re looking for some gaming action, Netflix Playground has been expanding in recent months with PAW Patrol Academy and My Very Hungry Caterpillar joining. A full lineup at the time of publishing includes:

• PAW Patrol Academy – Join Ryder and the pups to complete rescues, fix cars, round up sheep, and dance.
• My Very Hungry Caterpillar – Feed, play, and care for Eric Carle’s iconic caterpillar as it grows into a butterfly.
• Bad Dinosaurs – Solve prehistoric puzzles, play memory games, and make music with Janet and her tiny thunderlizards.
• Dr. Seuss’s Horton! – Head to the jungle for creative, interactive cause-and-effect play.
• Dr. Seuss’s Red Fish, Blue Fish – Dive into musical play zones full of rhythmic fun.
• Dr. Seuss’s The Sneetches – Explore Starbelly and Moonbelly Villages using the Shape Printer and Vehicle Builder.
• Gabby’s Dollhouse – Dress up Gabby and her feline friends, or test your skills with memory-matching games.
• KPop Demon Hunters – Groove to the rhythm of HUNTR/X’s biggest hits, trace shapes, and play with character stickers.
• Peppa Pig – Decorate cakes, count, and care for guinea pigs with Peppa and the Peppatown crew.
• PJ Masks – Race across rooftops and through the streets to help Gekko, Catboy, and Owlette catch villains.
• Sesame Street – Hang out with Big Bird and Grover in activities that encourage pattern recognition and free-form play.
• StoryBots – Let these inquisitive creatures help your little ones hone their memory and budding musical skills.

Here’s your comprehensive guide to everything coming to Netflix for kids, teens, and families in September 2026 (plus a few late-August arrivals you might have missed!).

(Note: As always, release dates are subject to change. This list covers US releases, though Netflix Originals will be available globally.)

In Case You Missed It: Late August Back-to-School Additions

Need something to watch right now? Netflix dropped a bunch of great educational and family vlog content right at the end of August:

• Emomee Big Skills for Little Ones Minis (Available August 22nd)
• Salish & Jordan Matter: Season 3 (Available August 22nd)
• Cookie Monster’s Foodie Truck (Available August 24th)
• Danny Go!: Season 2 (Available August 24th)
• Sheriff Labrador: Season 2 (Available August 31st)

Full Day-by-Day List of What’s Coming for Kids & Family in September 2026

Coming on September 1st

The first of the month brings a massive haul of licensed movies for family movie night, including plenty of DreamWorks hits.

• 17 Again (2009) – PG-13 teen comedy starring Zac Efron.
• Antz (1998) – DreamWorks’ classic insect adventure.
• Baby Geniuses (1999) – The classic 90s family comedy.
• Big Daddy (1999) – Adam Sandler’s hit PG-13 comedy.
• The Flintstones (1994) – The live-action adaptation of the classic cartoon.
• Flushed Away (2006) – Aardman and DreamWorks’ underground rat adventure.
• Heartland (Season 19)
• Jaws 1, 2 & 3 – The iconic shark thriller franchise returns.
• The Prince of Egypt (1998) – The breathtaking animated musical epic.
• Shark Tale (2004) – The underwater mob comedy starring Will Smith.
• The Art of Racing in the Rain (2019)
• Uncle Buck (1989) – John Candy’s legendary family comedy.

Coming on September 4th

• Earle Meets World (Season 1) Netflix Original – A new reality series following the Gen-Z TikTok and Instagram superstar.

Coming on September 7th

• Monster at the End of This Story (Sesame Street) – Animated adaptation of the beloved Grover bedtime classic.

Coming on September 10th

Crew Girl S1. (L to R) Jessica Paré as Ella Tao and Miku Martineau as Teagan in Episode 5 of Crew Girl S1. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix © 2026

• Crew Girl (Season 1) Netflix Original – New YA series following teen rower Teagan Tao, who moves to a small town after a scandal and shakes up an elite prep school’s all-boys crew team.
• NFL Melbourne Game (Live Event) – Live at 8:35 PM ET! The Los Angeles Rams face the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL’s first-ever regular season game in Australia.
• Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022) – The critically acclaimed DreamWorks sequel makes its way back to Netflix.

Coming on September 12th

• Mark Rober’s CrunchLabs (Season 5) Netflix Original – More chaotic, educational science fun with former NASA engineer Mark Rober.

Coming on September 13th

Picture Credit: DreamWorks Animation

• Dog Man (2025) – DreamWorks’ animated adaptation of Dav Pilkey’s beloved graphic novel arrives on streaming in the US again!

Coming on September 14th

• Barbie in the Nutcracker (2026) – Barbie plays Clara, who befriends a nutcracker that comes to life. When the Mouse King shrinks the duo, only the Sugarplum Fairy can break the spell.

Gabby’s Dollhouse S14. (L to R) Donovan Patton as CatRat, Eduardo Franco as Daniel James “DJ” Catnip, Logan Bailey as Pandy Paws and Laila Lockhart Kraner as Gabby Girl in Gabby’s Dollhouse S14. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix © 2026

• Gabby’s Dollhouse (Season 14) Netflix Original – Get ready for a pup-tastic season! Gabby’s little sister Doozie and her puppy pal Puggie arrive for the dollhouse’s first-ever cat and dog playdate.

Coming on September 16th

Picture: 20th Century Fox

• Robots (2005) – The Blue Sky Studios animated hit featuring the voices of Ewan McGregor and Robin Williams.

Coming on September 17th

• Stranger Things: Tales From ’85 (Season 2) Netflix Original – The animated adventure returns for Valentine’s Day.

Coming on September 18th

• Pokémon Horizons: Season 3—Rising Hope Part 4 Netflix Original – The newest batch of episodes following the Rising Volt Tacklers.

Coming on September 22nd

• Minerva Academy (Season 1) Netflix Original – Italian teen drama series. At Minerva Military High School, teens navigate discipline, rivalry, and family pressure as a young cadet searches for answers about his missing friend.

Coming on September 23rd

THE GOLDEN TICKET

• Wonka’s The Golden Ticket (Season 1) Netflix Original – High-stakes reality competition set inside a wondrous and unpredictable chocolate factory.

Coming on September 29th

• LEGO® ONE PIECE (Animated Special) Netflix Original – Usopp tells some tall tales of the East Blue in this animated special.

Coming on September 30th

• Thomas & Friends: Really Helpful Engines – The newest animated movie for the beloved tank engine.

What are you and the family looking forward to watching on Netflix in September 2026? Let us know in the comments down below!