Peacock's September Lineup Includes Horror Favorites and 'The Paper' Season 2
Peacock's September schedule features the return of "The Paper" for its second season, along with films like "Happy Death Day" and the Twilight series. The service recently increased subscription prices, and this month's offerings are largely existing Universal titles and NBC shows. A highly anticipated series like "Dungeon Crawler Carl" remains further off.
Peacock's September slate arrives shortly after the service raised subscription prices across all tiers, making this month's offerings a key test of perceived value. The lineup leans heavily on existing Universal Pictures library titles and NBC programming rather than fresh exclusives, with only "The Paper" Season 2 standing as a major Peacock Original. That show, set in the same universe as "The Office," earned an 8 out of 10 review for its first season.
Other notable additions include the horror-comedy "Happy Death Day," the five-film "Twilight" saga, and Wes Anderson's "The Phoenician Scheme." Subscribers waiting for bigger draws will need patience: YouTube Premium integration isn't expected until early 2027, and the anticipated "Dungeon Crawler Carl" series remains further off still.
This month's lineup could shape subscriber sentiment following the recent price increase, as audiences weigh whether library titles and one original justify higher costs. Cord-cutters and casual viewers may feel the pinch most acutely, potentially prompting some to reassess their streaming budgets. The reliance on established franchises like Twilight and Anderson's niche appeal suggests Peacock is betting on nostalgia and fan loyalty, though whether that sustains retention in a competitive market remains uncertain.