What to Watch This Sunday: Top New Shows and Movies (Sept. 20)

Navigating Sunday Night Entertainment

It is the end of the week, and the last thing you want to do is spend hours scrolling through endless streaming menus. With major platforms like Netflix, Paramount+, and HBO Max frequently updating their libraries, finding a standout show or movie can be daunting. We have done the heavy lifting to ensure your Sunday night is packed with high-quality entertainment. Here is our curated guide to the best new releases to stream today.

Peak Viewing Picks

'Lioness' Season 3 Finale (Paramount+)

The intense spy thriller 'Lioness' reaches its conclusion this Sunday. Starring Zoe Saldaña as CIA operative Joe McNamara, the show has captivated audiences with its gripping look at high-stakes covert operations. This final episode of the season holds special significance, as it is dedicated to the memory of late producer Rajeev Malhotra. Despite some fluctuations in audience sentiment, the series finale promises an explosive end to this chapter of the saga.

'Lanterns' Season 3, Episode 6 (HBO)

For those seeking a mix of superhero spectacle and classic buddy-cop dynamics, 'Lanterns' continues its stellar third season. The series, which follows veteran Green Lantern Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler) and rookie recruit John Stewart (Aaron Pierre), has been praised for its strong performances and creative direction. With Damon Lindelof behind the production, the mystery surrounding the murder investigation is expected to take a compelling cosmic turn this week.

'Youth' Premiere (HBO Max)

If you are in the mood for a character-driven comedy, 'Youth' makes its debut today with a two-episode premiere. From the visionary mind of Sharon Horgan, known for her work on 'Bad Sisters', the show follows a 50-year-old London literary agent navigating the complexities of romance, family, and mid-life identity. The series features a standout cast, including Sharlene Whyte and Rupert Friend.

Complete Streaming Schedule for September 20

Netflix

• Cold as Balls – The latest installment of Kevin Hart’s hit talk show series.
• Stop! That! Train! (2026) – A new addition to the platform's film library.

Paramount+

• Lioness – Season 3 Finale.

HBO Max

• Lanterns – Season 3, Episode 6.
• Youth – Two-episode series premiere.
• President Curtis – Season 1, Episode 9 (available via broadcast/next-day release).
• Teen Titans Go! – New episodes from Season 9H.

Peacock

• Saturday Night Live UK – Hosted by Jamie Demetriou with musical guest Royal Blood.
• Sunday Night Baseball – Season 37 Finale.
• The Hooters Murders: Deadly Shift – New true-crime documentary from Oxygen.

Whether you are looking for the tension of a spy thriller, the wit of a modern comedy, or the intrigue of a superhero mystery, these selections provide the perfect way to unwind this Sunday.