HBO Max is set to enhance its content library throughout September with the addition of several high-profile titles, including the DC Studios series "Lanterns," the acclaimed horror film "Talk to Me," and the popular creepypasta adaptation "Backrooms."
DC Studios' "Lanterns" will continue to debut new episodes Sundays at 9 p.m. ET. The series offers a fresh interpretation of the Green Lantern mythology, featuring Kyle Chandler as veteran Lantern Hal Gordon and Aaron Pierre as rookie John Stewart. The premiere has been lauded as a significant return to form for the DC Universe.
The horror genre receives a significant boost with the inclusion of "Talk to Me" on September 1. This directorial debut from the Philippou brothers, a film described as "engrossing, inventive, and, at times, unsettling," originally premiered in 2019 and has not been widely available for streaming until now. Additionally, several original "Final Destination" movies will be available starting September 1, allowing viewers to revisit the franchise's origins.
Documentary enthusiasts can look forward to "Jay-Z in 8," premiering September 18. This eight-episode HBO Original series follows the rapper and entrepreneur as he discusses his music and legacy with Rick Rubin in Paris.
The month's cinematic highlights include the exclusive HBO Max premiere of "Backrooms" on September 25. Based on a creepypasta adapted by director Kane Parsons, the film garnered significant box office success and has been praised as a "truly terrifying cinematic rabbit hole."
Beyond these featured titles, HBO Max's September schedule includes a broad range of content. Notable additions range from reality series like "1000-lb Sisters" and "90 Day: The Last Resort" to food-centric shows such as "Beat Bobby Flay" and "Halloween Baking Championship." Documentaries like "Siren: The Voices Of Shelley Beattie" and "The Good Spirit: Behind the Doors of the Opus Dei" are also scheduled.
Subscribers will also gain access to live sports, including the FIBA Women's World Cup, depending on their subscription plan. Warner Bros. is currently navigating legal challenges regarding its potential sale, but HBO Max will continue its operations as usual through the end of the year.