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September 2026 Streaming Lineups: Which Services Are Worth Keeping?

With September bringing new seasons and premieres, a Tom's Guide analysis suggests canceling Paramount+ and the Hulu/Disney+ bundle for the month, citing thin lineups and potential savings of up to $30. Meanwhile, Us Weekly highlights the streaming service's key releases, including 'MobLand' season 2 and the 'Scary Movie' reboot.

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September Streaming: Weighing the Value of Paramount+ and Disney+

As the streaming calendar picks up in September with new seasons and fall premieres, subscribers may want to reconsider which services earn a recurring charge. A Tom's Guide survey on streaming habits found that readers are spending more than $60 a month on seven or more streaming services. With costs accumulating, the outlet's analysis suggests treating subscriptions as a rotating lineup, canceling those with quieter months and resubscribing when new content arrives.

For September 2026, Tom's Guide identifies Paramount+ and the Hulu/Disney+ bundle as the two services the author would be most comfortable canceling. Both have recognizable franchises and occasional must-watch hits, but this month's offerings don't justify another monthly fee, according to the analysis.

Paramount+ September Highlights

Despite the recommendation to cancel, Paramount+ has several notable releases in September, as detailed by Us Weekly. The biggest draw is the return of "MobLand" for a second season, starring Tom Hardy, Helen Mirren and Pierce Brosnan in what the outlet describes as "turf warfare and thick English accents." New episodes arrive weekly starting September 18.

Other Paramount+ originals include "The Varnell Hill Show" on September 1 and the streaming premiere of the 2026 "Scary Movie" reboot, available with an extended cut on September 3. The 2026 MTV Video Music Awards air on September 27, and "South Park" season 29 premieres with next-day availability in the US, Canada, and Australia on September 17.

Reality TV fans have "Survivor" season 51 on September 23, "The Amazing Race" season 39 with a two-night premiere on September 30, and the 2026 MTV Movie Awards on September 27. CBS specials include "Daughters of 9/11" on September 11 and "Comics Unleashed 20th Anniversary" on September 29.

Tom's Guide notes the other notable drops are "Colin From Accounts" season 3 and the "Scary Movie" streaming premiere. The NFL remains a potential reason to keep the service, as CBS's Sunday games can be watched for free with a TV antenna.

Disney+ September Offerings

On the Disney+ side, the biggest new addition is "LEGO Star Wars: The Mandalorian," an animated special arriving September 2 according to Tom's Guide. "Dancing With the Stars" also returns on September 22. The Hulu/Disney+ bundle offers more overall, the outlet acknowledges, but this month's content may not be compelling enough for a month-long subscription.

Potential Savings

The financial case for canceling both services is straightforward. For standard ad-supported plans, canceling Paramount+ and Disney+ for one month saves roughly $19. For ad-free plans, the savings reach around $30 a month, which adds up to $360 over a year, according to Tom's Guide.

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Tom's Guide

Framing: The headline strongly advises canceling both Paramount+ and Disney+ in September 2026, framing it as a personal recommendation. — Persuasive and practical

as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:19 AM UTC

Facts Included:

A Tom’s Guide survey about streaming habits found that readers are spending more than $60 a month on seven or more streaming services.
For September 2026, Paramount+ and the Hulu/Disney+ bundle are the two services the author would be most comfortable canceling.
The biggest draw on Paramount+ is 'MobLand' season 2, which brings back Tom Hardy, Helen Mirren and Pierce Brosnan.
New episodes of 'MobLand' season 2 arrive weekly starting Sept. 18.
The other notable Paramount+ drops are 'Colin From Accounts' season 3 and the streaming premiere of the new 'Scary Movie.'
The NFL is another big reason people might be tempted to keep Paramount+.
CBS’s Sunday games can be watched for free with a TV antenna.
The biggest Disney+ new addition is 'LEGO Star Wars: The Mandalorian,' a cute animated special arriving Sept. 2.
'Dancing With the Stars' also returns Sept. 22.
For standard ad-supported plans, canceling both for one month can save roughly $19.
For ad-free plans, canceling both can save around $30 a month, which adds up to $360 for the year.

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Us Weekly

Framing: Listicle of new content on Paramount+ for September 2026 — Promotional and informative

as of Sep 1, 2026, 8:19 PM UTC

Facts Included:

Paramount+ is returning with MobLand for another season, starring Pierce Brosnan, Helen Mirren and Tom Hardy.
The 2026 Scary Movie reboot will drop on September 3.
The 2026 MTV Movie Awards are scheduled to air on September 27.
The list includes a complete list of all the new Paramount+ movies and TV shows in September 2026.
The Varnell Hill Show is listed as a Paramount+ Original Series on September 1.
Scary Movie (2026) and Scary Movie (2026) – Extended Cut are available on September 3.
Daughters of 9/11 (CBS Entertainment Special) is scheduled for September 11.
2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) are on September 27.
Comics Unleashed 20th Anniversary (CBS Special) is on September 29.
South Park (Season 29 Premiere) is next-day on Paramount+ in US, CA, AUS on September 17.
MobLand (Season 2) premieres on September 18.
Survivor (Season 51 Premiere) is on September 23.
The Amazing Race (Season 39, two-night premiere event) is on September 30.

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Claim	Confidence	Status
ClaimParamount+ is returning with MobLand for another season, starring Pierce Brosnan, Helen Mirren and Tom Hardy.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via Us Weekly as of Sep 1, 2026, 8:19 PM UTC, Tom's Guide as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:19 AM UTC
ClaimThe 2026 Scary Movie reboot will drop on September 3.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via Us Weekly as of Sep 1, 2026, 8:19 PM UTC, Tom's Guide as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:19 AM UTC
ClaimThe 2026 MTV Movie Awards are scheduled to air on September 27.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Us Weekly as of Sep 1, 2026, 8:19 PM UTC
ClaimUs Weekly has compiled a complete list of all the new Paramount+ movies and TV shows in September 2026.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Us Weekly as of Sep 1, 2026, 8:19 PM UTC
ClaimThe Varnell Hill Show Season 1 is a Paramount+ Original Series available on September 1.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Us Weekly as of Sep 1, 2026, 8:19 PM UTC
ClaimScary Movie (2026) and its Extended Cut are available on Paramount+ on September 3.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Us Weekly as of Sep 1, 2026, 8:19 PM UTC
ClaimDaughters of 9/11 (CBS Entertainment Special) is scheduled for September 11.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Us Weekly as of Sep 1, 2026, 8:19 PM UTC
ClaimThe 2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) are scheduled for September 27.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Us Weekly as of Sep 1, 2026, 8:19 PM UTC
ClaimComics Unleashed 20th Anniversary (CBS Special) is scheduled for September 29.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Us Weekly as of Sep 1, 2026, 8:19 PM UTC
ClaimSouth Park (Season 29 Premiere) is available next-day on Paramount+ in the US, Canada, and Australia on September 17.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Us Weekly as of Sep 1, 2026, 8:19 PM UTC
ClaimMobLand (Season 2) premieres on September 18.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via Us Weekly as of Sep 1, 2026, 8:19 PM UTC, Tom's Guide as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:19 AM UTC
ClaimSurvivor (Season 51 Premiere) is scheduled for September 23.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via Us Weekly as of Sep 1, 2026, 8:19 PM UTC, Tom's Guide as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:19 AM UTC
ClaimThe Amazing Race (Season 39, two-night premiere event) is scheduled for September 30.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Us Weekly as of Sep 1, 2026, 8:19 PM UTC
ClaimA Tom's Guide survey about streaming habits found that readers are spending more than $60 a month on seven or more streaming services.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Tom's Guide as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:19 AM UTC
ClaimFor September 2026, Paramount+ and the Hulu/Disney+ bundle are the two services the author would be most comfortable canceling.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Tom's Guide as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:19 AM UTC
ClaimThe biggest draw on Paramount+ is 'MobLand' season 2, which brings back Tom Hardy, Helen Mirren and Pierce Brosnan.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Tom's Guide as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:19 AM UTC
ClaimNew episodes of 'MobLand' season 2 arrive weekly starting Sept. 18.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Tom's Guide as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:19 AM UTC
ClaimThe other notable Paramount+ drops are 'Colin From Accounts' season 3 and the streaming premiere of the new 'Scary Movie.'	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Tom's Guide as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:19 AM UTC
ClaimThe NFL is another big reason people might be tempted to keep Paramount+.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Tom's Guide as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:19 AM UTC
ClaimCBS's Sunday games can be watched for free with a TV antenna.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Tom's Guide as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:19 AM UTC
ClaimThe biggest Disney+ new addition is 'LEGO Star Wars: The Mandalorian,' a cute animated special arriving Sept. 2.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Tom's Guide as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:19 AM UTC
Claim'Dancing With the Stars' also returns Sept. 22.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Tom's Guide as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:19 AM UTC
ClaimFor standard ad-supported plans, canceling both Paramount+ and Disney+ for one month can save roughly $19.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Tom's Guide as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:19 AM UTC
ClaimFor ad-free plans, canceling both Paramount+ and Disney+ can save around $30 a month, which adds up to $360 for the year.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Tom's Guide as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:19 AM UTC

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2 distinct · 2 mastheads · 2 articles consulted: Tom's Guide, Us Weekly 24 claims extracted Version 1 Written 2026-09-01