Film legends Gary Oldman, Jeff Bridges, and Sylvester Stallone all return to the small screen this September, with their shows about aging spies and gangsters continuing with new seasons. Additionally, fans can look forward to more of Dr. Frasier Crane, Daryl Dixon, and a dog named Colin while also tuning in to find out what’s going on in “The Township.” These are the seven streaming shows you should catch up on before they resume.
Slow Horses
(Apple TV+)
What it is: Based on the Slough House series of spy novels, this thrilling drama stars Oscar-winning actor Gary Oldman as the head of a special MI5 department for failed agents. Of course, the dysfunctional lot winds up being a formidable team against certain foes only they can take down. The first episode of the fourth season, which adapts the books Real Tigers and Spook Street, premieres on Wednesday, September 4.
Why you should watch it: Alongside Oldman, Slow Horses features an incredible ensemble of British actors, including Oscar nominees Kristin Scott Thomas, Jonathan Pryce, and Sophie Okonedo, as well as the recently Emmy-nominated Jack Lowden. As if that weren’t enough, the new season adds The Matrix’s Hugo Weaving. Each season of this series has been better than the last, offering a consistently compelling twist on the spy genre and garnering more and more awards attention as it continues.
Where to watch: Apple TV+ (subscription, seasons 1-3)
Commitment: Approx. 13.5 hours (for seasons 1-3)
The Old Man
(FX)
What it is: Oscar-winning actor Jeff Bridges leads this thriller series based on the novel of the same name. He plays the titular former CIA agent who goes on the run after killing a home intruder. John Lithgow plays a top FBI official tasked with catching the old man. The first two episodes of the second season premiere on Thursday, September 12.
Why you should watch it: You can’t go wrong with Bridges, who makes just about anything watchable, even if this show is slow at times. He’s deservedly been nominated for multiple awards for his performance in The Old Man. And Lithgow is a worthy supporting player and adversary as well, with the series powerfully digging into both characters’ psyches.
Where to watch: Hulu (subscription, season 1); buy on Fandango at Home, Apple TV, Microsoft, and Prime Video
Commitment: Approx. 13.5 hours (for seasons 1)
Tulsa King
(Paramount+)
What it is: Taylor Sheridan, who gave us the Yellowstone franchise and the screenplays for the films Sicario and Hell or High Water, created this often comedic crime drama starring Sylvester Stallone. Here, the action movie icon plays a New York mobster setting up a new organization in Oklahoma. The first episode of its second season premieres on Sunday, September 15.
Why you should watch it: This is another show primarily worth watching for its lead actor. Stallone proves just as appealing in his first major TV role as he’s been on the big screen for decades. It’s less serious fare from Sheridan, which is perfect for the Rambo star, and viewers have been loving every minute of it. Fortunately for fans of Tulsa King, its sophomore season will be even longer than the first.
Where to watch: Paramount+, Spectrum On Demand (subscription, season 1); buy on Fandango at Home, Apple TV, Microsoft, and Prime Video
Commitment: Approx. 5.5 hours (for season 1)
Frasier
(Paramount+)
What it is: The classic ‘90s sitcom of the same name is revived with Kelsey Grammer returning to the titular role that earned him 13 Emmy nominations and five wins across three different shows. This time, Dr. Frasier Crane is back in Boston, now working as a professor at Harvard University and living with his firefighter son, Frederick. The first two episodes of the second season of the sequel series premiere on Thursday, September 19.
Why you should watch it: While not as acclaimed as the previous version of Frasier, this follow-up delivers a comfortable continuation of the character we’ve been following since his debut on Cheers 40 years ago. Nostalgia goes a long way, with guest appearances from the original iteration, but the next-generation scenario of this series keeps things fresh, too. Season 2 will loop in guest appearances from the likes of Amy Sedaris, Yvette Nicole Brown, Patricia Heaton, and Rachel Bloom, so we can expect even better things from the show this year.
Where to watch: Paramount+ (subscription, season 1); buy on Fandango at Home, Apple TV, and Prime Video. You can find the 11 seasons of the original run of Frasier on Paramount+, Hulu, Prime Video, and PlutoTV
Commitment: Approx. 4.5 hours (for season 1) or approx. 100 hours with the 11 seasons of the original Frasier show
From
(MGM+)
What it is: Harold Perrineau of Lost fame finds himself playing another character trapped in a mysterious location in this sci-fi horror series, which also stars Oscar-nominated actress Catalina Sandino Moreno. This time it’s an American town that doesn’t let its residents leave, with its surrounding forests populated by deadly monsters. The first episode of its third season premieres on Sunday, September 22.
Why you should watch it: Many shows have tried to mimic Lost, but this one appeals to fans of that series by simply telling another intriguing story with similarly high stakes where any of its many compelling characters can die at any time. There’s more horror to go with the mystery, if you want a gory good time from the comfort of your couch, and in a rare feat, the equally scary second season maintained the quality of the first.
Where to watch: MGM+, Prime Video, Fubo, and Spectrum On Demand (subscription, seasons 1-2); buy on Fandango at Home and Apple TV
Commitment: Approx. 16.5 hours (for seasons 1-2)
Colin from Accounts
(Paramount+)
What it is: This Australian romantic comedy series follows a couple brought together by a car accident as they also adopt the titular character, an injured dog. Season 2 of the series begins airing in the U.S. on Thursday, September 26.
Why you should watch it: The first season of Colin from Accounts boasts a 100% score on the Tomatometer, which is pretty impressive but not surprising given how funny the show is. The two leads, Patrick Brammall and Harriet Dyer, are also incredible in the series, especially together. Rom-coms may be dead on the big screen, but this show keeps the genre alive with its chemistry, charm, and outrageous comedy. Season 2, which already debuted in Australia, has already been receiving rave reviews as well.
Where to watch: Paramount+ (season 1); buy on Fandango at Home, Apple TV, and Prime Video
Commitment: Approx. 4 hours (for season 1)
The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon
(AMC)
What it is: This fifth spin-off of The Walking Dead follows the titular character from the original series (again played by Norman Reedus) as he arrives in France, unsure of how or why he’s there. He embarks on a new journey in a new land, continuing to navigate the deadly zombie apocalypse as only Daryl Dixon can. The first episode of Season 2, titled The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon — The Book of Carol, premieres on Sunday, September 29.
Why you should watch it: The hit franchise doesn’t appear to be stopping anytime soon, and while not every series maintains the quality of the original, this spin-off proves there is still life in The Walking Dead. As played by Reedus, Daryl Dixon remains one of the most entertaining parts of the widening comic book adaptation, keeping things familiar yet fun for longtime fans and inviting newcomers to the world of the walkers as well. Meanwhile, Clémence Poésy is a great addition to the franchise, and now Melissa McBride’s return should keep things interesting.
Where to watch: AMC+, Netflix, and Spectrum On Demand (subscription, season 1); buy on Fandango at Home, Apple TV, Microsoft, and Prime Video. You can also find the 11 seasons of the original Walking Dead series on Netflix
Commitment: Approx. 5.5 hours (for season 1) or approx. 140 hours with the original Walking Dead series included
Thumbnail image by Emmanuel Guimier/AMC
