From exclusive series, to movies and kids shows, there’s a raft of new entertainment coming down the intertubes to your devices on Stan next month.
EXCLUSIVE PREMIERES
POWER BOOK II: GHOST
September 6 – Brand New Season / New Episodes Weekly
Only on Stan. / Same Day as the U.S.
Power Book II: Ghost picks up shortly after the earth-shattering events of Power as Tariq St. Patrick grapples with a new world order: his father dead and his mother, Tasha, facing charges for the murder her son committed. Not to mention the academic rigors of the Ivy League university Tariq is attending to earn his inheritance. Truly on his own for the first time in his life, Tariq is forced to split his time between school and hustling to pay for Davis MacLean, the fame-hungry defense lawyer who is Tasha’s only hope of getting out of jail and escaping prosecution by newly minted U.S. Attorney Cooper Saxe. With no better options, Tariq turns to the familiar drug game, entangling himself with a cutthroat family headed by Monet Stewart Tejada, that’s been at it far longer than him. As Tariq tries to balance his drug operation with his grades, love life, and family, he figures out that the only way to avoid the same fate his father met is to become him — only better. Cast includes Michael Rainey Jr. (Power), Naturi Naughton (Power), Mary J. Blige (The Umbrella Academy) and Cliff “Method Man” Smith (The Deuce).
THE COMEY RULE
September 27 – Brand New Event Series
Only on Stan. / Same Day as the U.S.
Starring Emmy Award-winner Jeff Daniels (The Newsroom) as former FBI Director James Comey and Emmy Award-winner Brendan Gleeson (Mr. Mercedes) as President Donald J. Trump, The Comey Rule is based on Comey’s No. 1 New York Times best-selling book A Higher Loyalty, plus more than a year of additional interviews with a number of key principals. The two-part drama series takes us on an insider’s journey down the corridors of power, where decision-makers struggle to apply old norms to a dramatic new paradigm in the face of Russia’s deep and unprecedented penetration into American politics, with a nation’s rule of law hanging in the balance. The Comey Rule is an immersive, behind-the-headlines account of the historically turbulent events surrounding the 2016 presidential election and its aftermath, which divided a nation.
PEN15
September 19 – Season 2 / All Episodes at Once
Only on Stan. / Same Day as the U.S.
PEN15 is middle school as it really happened, in all its R-rated glory. Emmy nominated for Outstanding Writing, Maya Erskine and Anna Konkle star, playing versions of themselves as thirteen-year-old outcasts in the year 2000, surrounded by actual thirteen-year-olds, where the best day of your life can turn into your worst with the stroke of a gel pen.
A.P. BIO
September 4 – Season 3 / All Episodes at Once
Only on Stan. / Same Day as the U.S.
When disgraced Harvard philosophy scholar Jack Griffin loses out on his dream job, he is forced to return to Toledo, Ohio, and work as a high school Advanced Placement biology teacher. As he comes crashing in to Whitlock High School, Jack makes it absolutely clear he will not be teaching any biology. Realising he has a room full of honour roll students at his disposal, Jack decides instead to use the kids for his own benefit. Eager to prove that he is still king of the castle, Principal Durbin struggles to control the force of nature that is Jack Griffin.
OUR CARTOON PRESIDENT
September 14 – Season 3 – Midseason Premiere / New Episodes Weekly
Only on Stan. / Same Day as the U.S.
Dive into a momentous election year to explore the critical question of who could be the next Cartoon President. From the Iowa caucuses and the Democratic campaigns to the impeachment inquiry, the cartoon universe expands to include more political heavyweights, media personalities, international leaders, notable billionaires and perhaps one or two nefarious dictators.
DEUTSCHLAND 89
September 25 – Season 1 / All Episodes at Once
Only on Stan. / Same Day as Germany
The third chapter in the acclaimed Deutschland series follows East German spy Martin Rauch (Jonas Nay), as he and his fellow agents scramble to cope with the end of the communist regime. Pursued by Western spy agencies, Rauch goes undercover to infiltrate an anti-imperialist terror cell, uncovering a terrorist plot. Determined to bring the perpetrators to justice, Rauch sets out to finish his final job.
LOVE FRAUD
August 30 – Brand New Docuseries / New Episodes Weekly
Only on Stan. / Same Day as the U.S.
Premiering at Sundance and directed by Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady, the Academy Award nominated directors of Jesus Camp, this is the docoseries everyone will be talking about. This four-part series follows the search for one man, Richard Scott Smith, who over the past 20 years used the internet and his dubious charms to prey upon unsuspecting women looking for love — conning them out of their money and dignity. The story unravels in real time as Smith’s victims band together to seek sweet revenge by turning to a bounty hunter when they feel the justice system has failed them.
P-VALLEY
Brand New Series – New Episodes Sundays / Same Day as the U.S.
Season Finale September 6
Only on Stan.
Already recommissioned for a second season, this critically acclaimed southern-fried drama tells the kaleidoscopic story of a little-strip-club-that-could and the big characters who come through its doors — the hopeful, the lost, the broken, the ballers, the beautiful, and the damned. Trap music meets film noir in this lyrical and atmospheric series that dares to ask what happens when small-town folk dream beyond the boundaries of the Piggly Wiggly and the pawnshop. Based on her play Pussy Valley, creator Katori Hall’s glittering new series features an all-female director lineup and stars Brandee Evans (The Bobby Brown Story), Nicco Annan (This is Us), Shannon Thornton (Power), Elarica Johnson (Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince), Skyler Joy (Ma), J. Alphonse Nicholson (Chicago P.D.), Parker Sawyers (Southside With You), Harriet D. Foy (Elementary), Tyler Lepley (The Haves and the Have Nots), and Dan J. Johnson (Underemployed).
CANADA’S DRAG RACE
Brand New Series – New Episodes Fridays / Same Day as Canada
Season Finale September 4
Follow 12 Canadian drag artists as they compete for the title of “Canada’s Next Drag Superstar.” Each episode tests their talents and challenges them to master singing, dancing, acting, impersonation, costume making, and improvisation. Judging the series are a panel of entertainment industry experts, including Brooke Lynn Hytes, Jeffrey Bowyer-Chapman, and Stacey McKenzie, along with a weekly celebrity guest. One competitor is eliminated at the end of each episode, until one Queen is left standing with the crown, sceptre, and title.
DESUS & MERO
Season 2 – New Episodes Tuesdays & Fridays / Same Day as the U.S.
Only on Stan.
In this weekly late-night series, Desus Nice and The Kid Mero speak off the cuff and chat with guests at the intersection of pop culture, sports, politics and more.
MOVIES
THE TERMINAL
September 1
This romantic comedy from director Steven Spielberg revolves around an Eastern European man by the name of Viktor Navorski (Tom Hanks), whose plans of immigrating to New York were hastened by a violent coup in his home country. Unfortunately, Viktor finds himself on the wrong end of a nasty technicality while en route to America: His passport was issued from a country, which, during its upheaval, ceased to exist in an official capacity. Unauthorised to leave Kennedy Airport upon his arrival and unable to return home, Viktor finds himself exiled inside the terminal’s international transit lounge.
TROPIC THUNDER
September 1
Ben Stiller, Jack Black and Robert Downey Jr. lead an ensemble cast in Tropic Thunder, an action comedy about a group of self-absorbed actors who set out to make the most expensive war film ever. After ballooning costs force the studio to cancel the movie, the frustrated director refuses to stop shooting, leading his cast into the jungles of Southeast Asia, where they encounter real bad guys.
MAPPLETHORPE
September 1
SVOD Exclusive
An intimate portrait of the celebrated yet controversial photographer Robert Mapplethorpe (Matt Smith) whose relationship with Patti Smith and other icons of ‘70s New York influenced his ambitious photos while he explored his emerging sexuality.
BREATHE
September 1
For his directorial debut, Andy Serkis brings to life the inspiring true love story between Robin and Diana Cavendish (Oscar nominee Andrew Garfield, Golden Globe winner Claire Foy), an adventurous couple who refuse to give up in the face of devastating odds. When Robin is given only a few months to live, Diana plots a daring escape from the hospital and they seek a full and passionate life together — raising their young son, traveling and devoting their lives to helping others.
DOWN UNDER
September 2
A black comedy set during the aftermath of the Cronulla riots, Down Under is the story of two carloads of hotheads from both sides of the fight destined to collide. Sincere, though misguided, intent gives way to farcical ineptitude as this hilarious yet poignant story of ignorance, fear and kebab-cravings unfolds, and what was meant to be a retaliation mission turns into something neither side could have imagined.
BELOW
September 6
SVOD Exclusive
Set in the near-future, darknet grifter Dougie (Ryan Corr) is deep in debt and beaten to a pulp. Running out of options, his stepfather Terry (Anthony LaPaglia) agrees to pay off his debts. In return, Dougie must take a security job at the refugee detention centre where Terry works.
THE EXTRAORDINARY
September 6
SVOD Exclusive
For twenty years, Bruno and Malik have lived in a different world: the world of autistic children and teens. In charge of two separate non-profit organisations, they train young people from underprivileged areas to be caregivers for extreme cases that have been refused by all other institutions. It’s an exceptional partnership, outside of traditional settings. However, Bruno and Malik work without official certification. Their future becomes unclear when they come under the scrutiny of the government, and they must fight for their communities in order to survive.
PROXIMA
September 6
SVOD Exclusive
Sarah (Eva Green) is a French astronaut training at the European Space Agency in Cologne. The only woman in the arduous program, Sarah struggles with feelings of guilt over the limited time spent with her young daughter, Stella (Zélie Boulant-Lemesle). When Sarah is chosen to join the crew of a yearlong space mission called Proxima, it creates chaos in the mother-daughter relationship.
SELMA
September 7
From the Oscar-winning producers of 12 Years a Slave comes a powerful true story starring David Oyelewo and Oprah Winfrey. Facing violent opposition, Martin Luther King, Jr., led a historic march from Selma to Montgomery, changing the world forever.
CLUELESS
September 15
Alicia Silverstone shines as the 15-year-old Beverly Hills High School student who thrives on shopping, enjoys the perfect social life, and plays matchmaker to all her friends… just don’t ask her who she’s dating, AS IF! Directed by Amy Heckerling, the movie also stars Paul Rudd, Brittany Murphy, Donald Faison, Stacey Dash, and Wallace Shawn. Inspired by Jane Austin’s Emma, this update is a smart, charming, and hilarious classic that truly captures what it was like to be a teen in the 1990s.
FERRIS BUELLER’S DAY OFF
September 15
Larger than life, and blessed with a magical sense of serendipity, Ferris Bueller is a model for all those who take themselves too seriously. One spring day, toward the end of his senior year, Ferris (Matthew Broderick) gives in to an overwhelming urge to cut school and head for downtown Chicago with his girl (Mia Sara) and his best friend (Alan Ruck), to see the sights, experience a day of freedom and show that with a little ingenuity, a bit of courage and a red Ferrari, life at 17 can be a joy.
TERMINATOR 2: JUDGEMENT DAY
September 16
Arnold Schwarzenegger returns as the Terminator in this explosive action-adventure spectacle. Now he’s one of the good guys, sent back in time to protect John Connor, the boy destined to lead the freedom fighters of the future. Linda Hamilton reprises her role as Sarah Connor, John’s mother, a quintessential survivor who has been institutionalised for her warning of the nuclear holocaust she knows is inevitable.
THE TWILIGHT SAGA
September 17
Bella Swan (Kristen Stewart) doesn’t expect much when she moves to the small town of Forks, Washington, until she meets the mysterious and handsome Edward Cullen (Robert Pattinson) – a boy who’s hiding a dark secret; he’s a vampire. Jump into the iconic Twilight saga based on the best-selling books with all four films coming to Stan this September!
RAMBO trilogy
September 17
A troubled Vietnam veteran squares off against all comers in these three iconic action films starring Hollywood action man Sylvester Stallone. Dealing with the demons of his past, John Rambo does whatever it takes to complete the mission when Colonel Trautman comes calling for his help.
THE HOST
September 17
From Stephenie Meyer, the creator of the worldwide phenomenon Twilight, comes this daring and romantic thriller based on The New York Times #1 bestselling novel. When an unseen enemy threatens mankind by taking over humans’ bodies and erasing their minds, Melanie Stryder (Saoirse Ronan) risks everything to protect the people she cares about most, proving that love can conquer all in a dangerous new world. The Host is a passionate and powerful epic love story co-starring Diane Kruger, Jake Abel, Frances Fisher, Max Irons and William Hurt.
TV SHOWS
SKINS
Now Streaming – Every Episode
Every episode of the critically acclaimed teen drama phenomenon Skins is now streaming on Stan. Follow the messy lives, loves, delirious highs and inevitable lows of a group of raucous teenage friends in Bristol in this must-watch British series.
CHEERS
September 4 – Every Episode
Cheers is the story of a blue-collar Boston bar where everyone knows your name. Starring Ted Danson, Shelley Long, Kelsey Grammar, Woody Harrelson, Kristie Alley and raft of unforgettable characters, this iconic series following a former Red Sox relief pitcher turned bartender captured America’s heart.
EVERYBODY LOVES RAYMOND
September 14 – Every Episode
Starring Emmy-Award winner Ray Romano, this iconic series revolves around Ray Barone, a successful sportswriter living in Long Island, New York with his wife Debra (Patricia Heaton), and three kids. But their big happy family gets a bit too big (and less happy) when Ray’s meddling parents, Frank (Peter Boyle) and Marie (Doris Roberts), frequently stop by, since they live directly across the street. Brother Robert (Brad Garrett), a divorced police officer, is constantly moving in and out of his parents’ house, and loves to drop by and show his resentment towards Ray’s successful career and happy family life. Dodging Marie’s constant critique of Debra’s cooking, Frank’s witty one-liners and Robert’s dead-pan despair, Ray and Debra just wish someone would ring their doorbell before entering once in a while.
GREY’S ANATOMY
September 30 – Season 14
SVOD Exclusive
This high-intensity medical drama follows Meredith Grey and the team of doctors at Grey Sloan Memorial who are faced with life-or-death decisions on a daily basis. They seek comfort from one another, and, at times, more than just friendship. Together they discover that neither medicine nor relationships can be defined in black and white.
GEORDIE SHORE
September 1 – Season 20
Join a group of up-for-it lads & lasses with six weeks to get on it in Newcastle. It’s all about fit bodies, belting nights and going out on the pull. Once you’ve gone Geordie, there’s no going back.
NATURAL WORLD: HIPPOS – AFRICA’S RIVER GIANTS
September 5
Go beneath the surface and meet Africa’s river giants, the hippos. Discover an unexpected side of these aquatic mammals that can’t even swim as hippos protect their families, face their enemies and suffer in a drought. Narrated by David Attenborough.
NEW AMSTERDAM
September 11 – Season 2
Inspired by the oldest public hospital in America, this unique medical drama follows the brilliant and charming Dr. Max Goodwin, the institution’s newest medical director, who sets out to tear up the bureaucracy and provide exceptional care. How can he help?
CATFISH
September 17 – Season 7
Catfish brings together couples who’ve interacted solely through LCD screens. Over the course of months they’ve supposedly fallen in love but what will happen when they meet in real life for the first time?
CHARMED
September 23 – Seasons 1 & 2
In this epic reboot of the classic original series, a trio of sisters bond over their newfound powers after their mother’s tragic death, vanquishing demons and banding together to defend their magical legacy.
KIDS
HEY DUGGEE
September 2 – Season 3, Part 1
SVOD Exclusive
Duggee is a loveable brown dog who runs The Squirrel Club; a place where children take part in all sorts of exciting activities, have adventures and earn badges for their accomplishments. While the members of The Squirrel Club have lots of fun, Duggee teaches them about responsibility, working as a team, taking acceptable risks and – most importantly – thinking for themselves!
PADDINGTON
September 4
From the beloved novels by Michael Bond, Paddington is the story of a young talking bear who finds himself lost and alone in London until he meets the kindly Brown family who offer him a temporary haven. After a series of misadventures, Paddington must convince the Brown family that he belongs with them, all while staying out of the way of a museum taxidermist played by Oscar-winner Nicole Kidman.
RISE OF THE TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES
September 4 – Season 1, Part 2
Cowabunga! Join Raph, Donnie, Leo, and Mikey in this all-new, reimagined version of this beloved franchise, as they battle bizarre villains, navigate the chaotic city of New York and the Hidden City beneath it, and always make time for a slice of pizza!
FURRY VENGEANCE
September 10
Sometimes, four legs are better than two. Dan (Brendan Fraser) just moved his wife and son to the woods to take a new job with a supposedly eco-friendly housing development. But the fur—and Dan’s temper—is sure to fly when the local critters learn of the bleak plans for their forest home and stop at nothing to halt construction.
BLINKY BILL: THE MOVIE
September 11
Blinky Bill is a little koala with a big imagination. An adventurer at heart, he dreams of leaving the little town of Green Patch and following in his missing father’s footsteps. When Blinky discovers a mysterious marker that hints at his Dad’s whereabouts, he embarks on a journey that takes him beyond the boundary of Green Patch and into the wild outback.
BERRY BEES
September 27
Season 1, Part 2
SVOD Exclusive
Rumour has it that there’s a new team of young spies in town: meet Bobby, Lola and Juliette! Code name Berry Bees. Whenever adult agents are too old, the Berry Bees are summoned to save the day.
