As the days get shorter and more relaxed, find your perfect stay-at-home companion in Lionsgate Play. Into heart-stopping thrillers? Or are you in the mood for a thought-provoking drama or laugh-out-loud comedy?
Whatever your preference, Lionsgate Play is your ultimate destination for all your entertainment cravings this September. Make sure to save the dates, stock up on your favorite snacks, and lose yourself in these engrossing stories.
Starstruck S3 (now streaming)
Starring Kiwi comedian Rose Matafeo (who is also the show’s creator and co-writer), Starstruck is a refreshing and relatable romantic comedy series set in London, following a millennial navigating two dead-end jobs and the awkward aftermath of a one-night stand. Things take an unexpected turn when she discovers that her fling is actually a famous film star, adding a hilarious layer of complications to her already chaotic life.
Heels S2 (September 22)
A compelling and character-driven drama series, Heels explores the intense rivalry between two brothers in the world of professional wrestling. Set in small-town Georgia, brothers Jack Spade (Stephen Amell) and Ace Spade (Alexander Ludwig) clash as Jack assumes the role of the villain, or “heel,” while Ace embraces the hero persona, known as the “face.” Their battle extends beyond the ring as they vie for control of their late father’s wrestling promotion, yearning for national recognition.
The Swing of Things (now streaming)
In this comedy film, Tom (Chord Overstreet) and Laura Jane’s (Olivia Culpo) dream wedding turns unexpectedly when bad weather diverts them to a swinger’s resort in Jamaica instead of their intended Bahamas destination. With their friends, parents, and Laura’s overprotective brother in tow, the couple must contend with booze, weed, naked bodies, and even lusty dolphins on their way to the altar.
The Bank Job (September 8)
Starring Jason Statham and Saffron Burrows, this gripping heist film is inspired by the 1971 Lloyds Bank burglary. London car dealer Terry Leather and former model Martine team up for a daring bank robbery on Baker Street, targeting valuable safe deposit boxes filled with cash, jewelry, and scandals. With an inexperienced team, they face powerful adversaries, including a Trinidadian thug, a bordello owner, and a pornographer, all tied to the bank’s vault.
Howards End (September 8)
Adapted from E.M. Forster’s acclaimed 1910 novel, Howards End is a captivating British-American television drama that delves into the social and class divisions prevalent in early 20th century England. The story revolves around three families: the wealthy Wilcoxes, the gentle and idealistic Schlegels, and the lower-middle-class Basts. As their lives intersect, the series explores the complexities and tensions arising from their disparate backgrounds. Starring Matthew Macfadyen, Hayley Atwell, and Philippa Coulthard, Howards End offers a compelling portrayal of societal dynamics, personal relationships, and the pursuit of happiness in a rapidly changing era.
Mr. Robot (September 15)
This gripping and psychologically intense series follows Elliot Alderson (Rami Malek), a brilliant yet mentally unstable cybersecurity engineer and vigilante hacker. Battling social anxiety, dissociative identity disorder, depression, and drug addiction, Elliot finds solace in hacking people and exposing their secrets. His life takes a dramatic turn when he joins forces with the mysterious Mr. Robot and his hacktivist group, society, on a mission to bring down the corrupt corporation he works for and erase all consumer debt.
Antebellum (September 29)
The thriller film stars Janelle Monáe, who plays Veronica Henley, a successful author living in the 21st century. She awakens to a shocking and unimaginable reality, mysteriously transported back in time to a Southern slave plantation, where she is forced into a life of captivity and oppression. As Veronica fights to escape the horrors of her new existence, she becomes determined to unravel the mind-bending mystery behind her predicament before it’s too late.