Looking for new shows to watch? Check out ABC iview’s September 2024 premieres and stream top dramas, comedies, and more.
ABC iview offers a diverse line-up this September, featuring fresh premieres and returning favourites. Here’s a closer look at what’s coming to the platform, with a mix of supernatural antics, crime dramas, live concerts, and more.
The Strange Chores – Series 3
World Premiere: Friday 6 September
The animated series, The Strange Chores, returns for a third season, once again following the quirky lives of teenage monster hunters Charlie and Pierce. Together with their ghost friend Que, they tackle everyday tasks with a supernatural spin, turning mundane chores into thrilling adventures filled with magic, monsters, and mayhem. This series continues to offer a delightful mix of humour and action, designed to appeal to younger audiences while being entertaining for all ages.
Return to Paradise
World Premiere: Sunday 8 September
Return to Paradise introduces viewers to DI Mackenzie Clarke, an Australian ex-pat detective who returns to her coastal hometown, Dolphin Cove, after a career in London ends in controversy. Clarke’s unorthodox methods and razor-sharp instincts come into play as she begins solving seemingly unsolvable murder cases, blending elements of small-town intrigue with the sharp twists of a murder mystery.
Unforgotten – Series 5
FTA Premiere + ABC iview BINGE: Sunday 8 September
The critically acclaimed British drama, Unforgotten, returns with a gripping new season. Series 5 opens with the discovery of human remains at a renovated property in West London. The mystery deepens as detectives must determine if the murder dates back to the 1930s or if it occurred more recently. Known for its meticulous storytelling and powerful performances, this season promises another deeply emotional and tense narrative.
Better – Series 1
FTA Premiere + ABC iview BINGE: Wednesday 14 August
In the dark and intense British crime drama Better, DI Louise ‘Lou’ Slack is forced to confront her past. After her son’s near-death experience, Lou embarks on a quest for redemption, realising that to make things right, she must betray the drug baron she’s long been in league with. The show explores themes of morality, loyalty, and the personal cost of corruption, delivering a tightly-woven narrative with a strong emotional core.
triple j’s One Night Stand
World Premiere: Sunday 15 September
Music fans can look forward to the return of triple j’s One Night Stand, a live concert experience bringing some of Australia’s top music acts to regional communities. This year’s event takes place in Warrnambool, Victoria, on Peek Whurrong Land. Featured performers include G Flip, Ruel, and What So Not, promising an unforgettable night of live music, community spirit, and a showcase of Australian talent.
Not Going Out – Series 13
Australian Premiere: Wednesday 18 September
The long-running British sitcom Not Going Out returns with its trademark humour and chaotic family dynamics. Series 13 continues the antics of Lee Mack’s character as he navigates the challenges of family life, from everyday mishaps to more absurd predicaments, such as coffin mix-ups and mysterious beepings. With its blend of witty dialogue and slapstick moments, this series remains a fan-favourite for comedy lovers.
Grantchester – Series 9
Australian Premiere + ABC iview BINGE: Saturday 21 September
Grantchester is back with its unique combination of mystery and pastoral charm. Set in a picturesque English village, the new season follows detectives Geordie Keating and Reverend Will Davenport as they tackle fresh cases. This season, change is in the air, with Will seeking new personal challenges and a new vicar, Reverend Alphy KoBaram, shaking things up. Fans can expect more of the show’s signature blend of crime-solving and character-driven drama.
Breeders – Series 3
Australian TV Premiere: Tuesday 24 September
The raw and often uncomfortable comedy Breeders returns for a third series, examining the messy reality of parenthood. Starring Martin Freeman and Daisy Haggard as Paul and Ally, the series delves into the fractures in their relationship, exploring whether they can mend the emotional wounds between themselves and their children. Known for its honest and darkly funny portrayal of family life, this series continues to push the boundaries of the parenting sitcom.
Also Streaming on ABC iview this September:
- Vera – Series 1: 2 September
- Becoming Frida Kahlo: 7 September
- Endeavour – Series 8: 8 September
- Grand Designs – Series 16: 12 September
- The Larkins – Series 1: 20 September
Whether you’re into gripping crime dramas, live music, or animated fun for the kids, ABC iview has something for everyone this September.
