In September 2026, several new television series and miniseries were released, offering a variety of genres and storytelling styles. HBO Max's Paolo, season 1, is a psychological thriller based on the director's first novel, following a man whose admiration for a former classmate turns into an obsessive fixation. The series is praised for its addictive narrative and strong cast. Meanwhile, Apple TV's Brothers, season 1, stars Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson, who portray characters based on a real rumor about their own fraternal bond. However, the show is described as a dated farce with limited comedic appeal. HBO Max also released American Hostage, season 1, which dramatizes a real historical hostage crisis with tense and gripping storytelling. The series is noted for capturing the mood of a divided and disillusioned America. Netflix's The Doll is a period miniseries adapted from a forgotten Polish novel, set in the 19th century. It is highlighted for its intriguing and layered narrative, though it may be less well-known to international audiences. Disney+ launched City of Blood, season 1, a futuristic reimagining of Berlin where human blood functions as currency and vampires live openly among humans. The series is saved from being a complete failure by its strong artistic direction and a formidable cast. Canal+'s This is Not a Crime is a surreal miniseries that follows a group of surrealists living in a large estate where a body is discovered. Unfortunately, the series is criticized for being dry and unengaging. Netflix's My Sad Deaths follows Emma, a woman who can see and hear the dead, whose life is thrown into chaos when her niece arrives. The series is adapted from stories by Mariana Enríquez and directed by Pablo Larraín, known for his artistic vision. On Arte, Trigonometry is an English-language series that reimagines the classic love triangle, with praise for its strong trio of actors. Netflix's The Final Problem is a Spanish miniseries set in Majorca, following a mysterious murder that turns all hotel guests into suspects. The series is seen as a successful tribute to British detective fiction. HBO Max's Youth, season 1, explores the life of Alex, a divorced, middle-aged mother going through menopause, as she navigates her search for love and relationships. The series has sparked debate and was created by Sharon Horgan. HBO Max also released 4 Blocks Zero, a prequel to the German mafia series 4 Blocks. While the series is compared to Gomorra, it is praised for better character development and its exploration of racism in 1990s Germany. Finally, Netflix's Habeas Corpus, season 1, follows a Brazilian lawyer who left the courtroom after an attempted murder during a trial and now teaches criminal law at a university. The series is described as effective for fans of legal dramas.