Don't Miss These Netflix September Releases, Including "Virgin River" and "Sex Education"

Princess Bean, the messy and often hilarious antiheroine of Netflix's animated adventure "Disenchantment," has never been an ordinary kind of princess. Now, she'll face some of her greatest challenges yet in the new fifth season. This time, the fate of her entire land rests on her shoulders, and she'll need all the help she can get to save the world and find her own brand of happily ever after. In order to save Dreamland from Queen Dagmar's wrath, Princess Bean will have to vanquish her mother while also outrunning a prophecy that foretells that she will kill the one she loves.

When it's available: Sept. 1

It's been a year since the contestants on the fourth season of "Love Is Blind" tried to find love in the most unexpected of ways. Now it's time to check back in to see who's still in love, whose lives are a mess, and what's next for all our faves. The season's participants share updates on how their lives have been going, as well as give fresh perspectives on their experiences on the show and their relationships, a year after living the pod life. Plus, they're all preparing for an epic flag-football showdown to add a little fun (and extra tension?) to this reunion.

When it's available: Sept. 1

The sixth season of the crime procedural kicks off with a two-part race against the clock involving key members of the SWAT team and an international drug smuggling ring that puts them all in danger. Throughout the season, the team members tackle even tenser cases and challenging mysteries, dealing with brand-new cases alongside incidents that connect to cases from their pasts and bring up painful memories all over again. Along the way, they'll also deal with plenty of drama and complications in their personal lives, from job offers and new romances to medical crises and new additions to their families.

When it's available: Sept. 1

If you've ever watched a reality dating show, you've heard plenty of accusations of contestants not being there "for the right reasons" — aka, joining a show not to find love but to raise their own public profile. This new reality show from Japan takes this idea to the next level, incorporating it into the structure of the show itself. A group of women believe they're all on the show to find true love, but hidden among them is at least one "wolf": a saboteur who's not allowed to fall in love, but instead is sent there on a mission to cause chaos.

When it's available: Sept. 3

In this Thai thriller, losing her job is only the beginning of the drama for one woman. After losing her job, a woman discovers a mysterious package on her apartment doorstep — and her life takes a turn for the worse.

When it's available: Sept. 6

If you love coming-of-age stories about young people pursuing their dreams despite the doubts of their families, then this new Polish series just might be perfect for you. One 17-year-old girl finds herself feeling like she's caught between her Roma roots and pressure from her not-so-traditional friends. With big dreams of her own, she aspires to become a hip-hop musician and make a name for herself. Of course, this doesn't exactly align with her parents' strict rules and expectations, and she'll have to carve out a new path for herself to figure out how to balance her family traditions with her own passions.

When it's available: Sept. 6

Put a British twist on the cop-comedy genre (think: "Brooklyn Nine-Nine"), and you've got this quirky new series. Suzano isn't exactly the type of guy most people would have guessed would take on a leadership role as a police officer. When his new assignment finds him assuming the role of police chief at a new precinct, the timid newbie will have to prove his mettle to his fearless squad. The quirky gang of new coworkers will test him in unexpected ways, but if things go his way, he just might have found a place where he truly feels like he belongs.

When it's available: Sept. 6

In this new comedy from Saudi Arabia, a family of amateur entrepreneurs must come together to convert their failing fish shop into a thriving business, but branching out isn't easy.

When it's available: Sept. 6

This German thriller ties together the mysterious disappearance of a woman with a cold case from over a decade earlier. After a mysterious woman manages to escape from her harrowing captivity, the story is far from over. In fact, the unfolding of the case brings back that incident from 13 years ago, which no one was ever able to solve. The connections between the woman's vanishing and the cold case points investigators toward the terrifying truth behind the unsolved disappearance. As more information unravels, they'll have to dig even deeper in hopes of uncovering the truth and finally getting justice.

When it's available: Sept. 7

This gritty British drama follows two seasoned drug dealers navigating the underworld of London. They're in pursuit of money and power, but they soon find their ascent is threatened by a young and ruthless hustler. Previously, the second season followed the pair as Dushane attempted to expand his empire beyond the streets while dealing with the drama caused by a huge investment, partners abroad and family crises, and more money to keep an eye on. In the third season, Sully takes charge, pushing Dushane to cash out. But with a new order comes new challenges, threats, and potentially dangerous consequences.

When it's available: Sept. 7

Everyone's favorite cozy drama is back for a fifth installment, balancing small-town romance and personal crises with the darker conspiracies that seem to constantly lurk around the people of Virgin River. Things are moving into a new phase, especially for our expectant parents, Mel and Jack. As their lives evolve together, Mel adjusts to a different pace of life, while Jack works to grow his business, and Doc, Hope, and the other townspeople experience their own dramas and changes. Together, however, the town will have to face new threats as secrets begin to surface in Virgin River, challenging everything they think they know.

When it's available: Sept. 7

In this new Korean romantic drama, a grieving woman magically travels through time to 1998, where she meets a man with an uncanny resemblance to her late love.

When it's available: Sept. 8

Do you love twisty crime thrillers? Then this Spanish drama, loosely based on a true story, should definitely be on your watch list this month. When Pedro, a police officer, is murdered and his body set on fire in a car, all eyes focus on two other agents: his girlfriend and her lover. Suspicions are high, especially as more secrets are revealed, and the pursuit of justice isn't quite as easy as anyone would like. Investigations turn up toxic relationships, deceit, violence, and scandals involving Pedro and his two fellow police officers, leading to bigger revelations than a single love triangle.

When it's available: Sept. 8

Last season, the world was introduced to a new offshoot of the Oppenheim Group, a team of elite real-estate agents battling the competition (and each other) to land the most exclusive, high-dollar deals in the glamorous world of Orange County, CA. With beautiful beachfront properties to show off — and some major personalities set to keep clashing in highly dramatic ways — the second season will see our O Group agents work to keep their eyes on the prize as they meet a potential new teammate, battle red-hot rumors, and test the real-estate waters in Cabo.

When it's available: Sept. 8

It's impossible to watch this reality competition show and not be impressed by the incredible, complicated, and innovative looks created by some of the most talented, up-and-coming makeup artists in the beauty world today. The show is back for a fifth season, pitting skilled makeup artists against one another in a series of colorful, difficult challenges. They'll have the chance to draw, contour, and blend their way to a big career break, with the promise of a career-making opportunity in the beauty industry waiting at the end of the show for whoever displays the most promise and skill in the eyes of the judges.

When it's available: Sept. 12

A relentlessly ambitious working-class man becomes one of France's most controversial public figures in this fictionalized biopic about Bernard Tapie. In real life, Tapie was best known for being a notable businessman and public figure in France, building his way up through a string of companies and acquiring brands (including Adidas, among other notable names) to help them recover from bankruptcy. He also owned a number of sports teams during his career, which eventually became the source of many of his legal difficulties and scandals, and had a colorful and varied career that spanned from government to acting and everything in between.

When it's available: Sept. 13

This Mexican drama starts off with a bang and only gets more dramatic from there. Teresa finds her husband and his two best friends dead in the lavish community where they live. As the truth comes to light, so will dark secrets.

When it's available: Sept. 14

The iconic HBO miniseries arrives on Netflix for a new generation and a new audience. The Emmy-winning series, based on a nonfiction book and the true stories of World War II, traces a single company during the war: the famed "Easy" Company, 2nd Battalion, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division. From the start of their training to their participation in major battles in Europe all the way to Japan's surrender and beyond, the series traces the story of a handful of men who find themselves engaged in some of the most decisive moments of the century, with only each other to rely on.

When it's available: Sept. 15

In cosmopolitan 1950s Istanbul, a mother with a troubled past works at a nightclub to reconnect with and help the rebellious daughter she couldn't raise. The first season traced the slow and difficult reconnection between Matilda and her daughter, Raşel, along with the drama happening among others working at the nightclub. As the second season begins, with her husband gone, Raşel raises her daughter at Club Istanbul with the help of her mother. Nothing about their family will ever be simple, however, and their relationships are soon tested by loss and betrayal, threatening the fragile bonds they've finally begun to form.

When it's available: Sept. 15

In this South African comedy, the worlds of higher education and social media influencers collide, with chaotic and entertaining results for everyone involved. After a public humiliation, a wannabe influencer enrolls in the only university that will take her, where she aspires to regain her social status.

When it's available: Sept. 15

The first season of this Australian series introduced us to Summer, a rebellious New York teenager who finds herself expelled from school and exiled to Australia. She soon falls in with a new crowd and makes waves among a young surfer's inner circle, leaving even more of a mess in her wake. In the second season, a new rival drops in as Summer trains with her friends for the national surfing competition. Now, Summer will have to face someone challenging her on the waves and for the boy she loves, pushing her and her friends to make new decisions about their dreams and their lives.

When it's available: Sept. 15

A tragic murder sends a friend group into a frenzy, revealing hidden romances and betrayals lurking beneath the surface of their seemingly perfect lives.

When it's available: Sept. 20

The final season of this NBC medical drama focuses on the fallout from major decisions both personal and professional (as well as the departure of one of the show's main stars). After being stood up by his true love on their intended wedding day, Max finds himself somewhat adrift, trying to put his life back together and focus on other things. The medical staff of New Amsterdam explore new ways to try to help their patients, all while dealing with plenty of emotional turmoil and complicated relationships of their own. It's all leading up to the series finale, with one more set of life-changing choices to make.

When it's available: Sept. 20

The beloved British comedy will be coming to an end with its fourth season, but not before we get to spend a little more time with this cast of lovable misfits trying to navigate a messy world. With Maeve in America and Moordale closed, Otis must find his footing at free-spirited Cavendish College — but he's not the only sex therapist on campus. He'll have to deal with unexpected changes at home and at school — as will his friends — but with a little patience and their trademark sense of humor, they should be able to ensure things work out OK.

When it's available: Sept. 21

Only a few years ago, Netflix's dating-show experiment seemed like a major risk. Now, "Love Is Blind" is one of the streamer's flagship reality shows, spawning season after season and even spin-offs. A new set of contestants hop into the pods for the fifth season of the show, where first impressions are based on everything except for physical appearances. Hoping to find their future fiancés by talking through walls, a new group of men and women will brave twists, turns, and triangles in search of true love, then decide whether to take a chance on their new romances in the realities of the outside world.

When it's available: Sept. 21

As revolution sweeps France, Richter Belmont fights to uphold his family's legacy and prevent the rise of a ruthless, power-hungry vampire ruler.

When it's available: Sept. 28

When an unlikely group of misfits discovers a common enemy in the same ruthless yet superstitious politician, they plot a heist to exact revenge in this satirical Indian comedy.

When it's available: Sept. 29

If you prefer your reality and game shows to be more tests of wit than tests of silly stunts, this new Korean show should definitely be on your radar. Intelligence and brain power are the superpowers in this competition series. A group of contestants will face off in games of wit and strategy, testing the limits of their abilities and challenging their brains to figure out even the most difficult and elusive solutions. Whoever is able to make it through and prove their amazing intelligence will be crowned winner — and, of course, they'll also go home with the ultimate prize.

When it's available: Sept. TBD

This new Korean series is sure to satisfy anyone who's in search of an action-packed new series with some thoughtful meaning behind the swords. Set in the 1920s, during the period of Japanese occupation, the people of Joseon have had their lands taken away and been expelled to eke out a new life in Japan. Some, however, choose instead to flee to the lawless land of Gando and join the fight. This growing troop of loyal and fierce bandits will stop at nothing to fight for their beloved homeland and their loved ones — even if it means life or death.

When it's available: Sept. TBD