Here Are the Best Shows We’ll Binge on Peacock in September 2025

September on Peacock is packed with fresh premieres and steady favorites that make planning a weeknight watch easy. The month includes a new behind the scenes docuseries, a fan focused dating competition, and a slate of returning hits that drop across the month so there is always something queued up. Spanish language dramas and long running news and game staples round things out with plenty of episodes to sink into.

Everything below is pulled from the September schedule and organized to give you quick release info plus the kind of details that help you decide what to start first. You will see when each show arrives this month along with concise notes on cast, creative background, and the core premise so you can jump in with confidence.

‘Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks’ (2025)

This new docuseries arrives Monday September 29 and traces how a movie studio built some of the most influential parks in the world. Each episode explores a different milestone era and unpacks how landmark attractions moved from blueprints to opening day.

The series highlights the work of Universal Creative alongside filmmakers and craftspeople who shaped rides inspired by films like ‘Jaws’ and ‘Jurassic Park’ as well as lands such as ‘The Wizarding World of Harry Potter’. Expect archival footage, design walkthroughs, and candid commentary from designers, engineers, and show producers who helped define modern themed entertainment.

‘Love Island Games’ (2023)

The global spin on the dating format returns Tuesday September 16 with former Islanders from different countries competing in a new round of challenges. The villa setup mixes daily tasks with strategic recouplings and public vote twists so alliances are always in motion.

Episodes blend competitive games with the familiar format of dates, fire pit chats, and eliminations. The show features returning personalities from various ‘Love Island’ editions and uses the same voiceover driven storytelling and fast release cadence that keeps storylines moving quickly.

‘Brilliant Minds’ (2024)

The medical drama checks in Tuesday September 23 with cases rooted in real world neurological mysteries. Episodes follow a team that treats patients whose conditions affect memory, identity, language, or perception and uses detailed diagnostics to reach solutions.

Zachary Quinto leads the cast as a visionary neurologist whose patient approach is guided by case studies inspired by the work of Oliver Sacks. The series focuses on relationships inside the hospital and the ethical questions that come with pushing treatments forward while keeping patient dignity front and center.

‘The Voice’ (2011)

The competition returns Tuesday September 23 with the signature blind auditions where coaches build teams on vocal talent alone. The season moves through battles and knockouts before live shows decide a winner.

The format was created by John de Mol and is hosted by Carson Daly. Rotating star coaches mentor artists through song selection and arrangement while in house music directors and band deliver live accompaniment that mirrors tour level performances.

‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’ (1999)

Fresh episodes hit Peacock Friday September 26 with cases centered on the Special Victims Unit in New York City. The storytelling follows investigations from the first report through interviews, forensic work, and the courtroom.

Mariska Hargitay stars as Captain Olivia Benson in one of television’s longest running procedural roles. The series was created by Dick Wolf and produced by Wolf Entertainment and Universal Television with a format that emphasizes victim advocacy and collaboration with prosecutors.

‘Law & Order’ (1990)

The flagship returns Friday September 26 and keeps the classic half investigation and half prosecution structure. Detectives build a case in the first half while assistant district attorneys argue it before a judge in the second.

Created by Dick Wolf and produced by Wolf Entertainment and Universal Television, the series is known for drawing stories from current headlines. The ensemble features homicide detectives working alongside the district attorney’s office with recurring judges and defense attorneys shaping the legal battles.

‘The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’ (2020)

New episodes arrive Wednesday September 17 with a focus on business ventures, friendship rifts, and family updates in Utah’s capital. The series follows cast trips and group events that bring storylines to a head.

Produced by Bravo with Andy Cohen among the executive producers, the show’s ensemble has included Heather Gay, Meredith Marks, Whitney Rose, Lisa Barlow, and other recurring friends. Confessionals, event driven scenes, and reunion specials provide multiple vantage points on the season’s central conflicts.

‘Jeopardy!’ (1984)

The long running quiz show lands Tuesday September 9 with a new slate of contestants and categories across three rounds. Clue selection and wagering strategy remain key as the game builds toward Final Jeopardy.

Created by Merv Griffin, the show is hosted by Ken Jennings and features clue writing from a seasoned editorial team that covers academic subjects, pop culture, and wordplay. Returning champions pursue multi day streaks while a strict response format keeps the game precise and fair.

‘Wheel of Fortune’ (1983)

The word puzzle institution arrives Tuesday September 9 with toss ups, prize puzzles, and the bonus round. Contestants spin the wheel, buy vowels, and solve themed word boards to bank cash and trips.

Created by Merv Griffin, the series is hosted by Ryan Seacrest with Vanna White revealing letters on the puzzle board. Production uses a fast paced taping schedule and a varied lineup of themed weeks that keep categories fresh across the season.

‘LEGO Ninjago: Dragons Rising’ (2023)

The animated saga continues Thursday September 4 and brings together new heroes with legacy figures from the ‘Ninjago’ universe. Stories track Arin and Sora as they learn to harness elemental powers while a fractured realm raises the stakes.

Produced by WildBrain and The LEGO Group, the series expands the lore of ‘Ninjago’ through serialized arcs and character focused training sequences. Voice actors bring back familiar roles while new villains and mentors broaden the team’s world and the technology they use.

‘Buried in the Backyard’ (2018)

True crime episodes arrive Tuesday September 2 with investigations that begin when remains are discovered on private property. The format follows detectives from the initial discovery through forensic timelines and interviews.

Produced under the Oxygen brand, the series uses reenactments, crime scene photos, and direct testimony from investigators and families. Each case highlights how routine yard work, renovations, or neighbors’ observations can unlock missing person mysteries.

‘Pasión de gavilanes’ (2003)

The telenovela joins Peacock Monday September 15 with the saga of the Reyes brothers who enter the world of the Elizondo family and find romance and rivalry. The story weaves themes of identity, inheritance, and loyalty across estates and small towns.

Created by Julio Jiménez, the Colombian drama stars Mario Cimarro, Danna García, Paola Rey, Natasha Klauss, Michel Brown, and Juan Alfonso Baptista. Its blend of family intrigue and slow burn romance made it a defining title in international syndication with a large library of episodes to binge.

‘Second chance’ (2005)

Episodes arrive Monday September 15 with a story about a wealthy older man whose spirit returns in the body of a younger stranger after death. The plot follows the consequences for the widow, the household, and the man whose life was changed by the possession.

Produced by Telemundo with RTI, the drama stars Mario Cimarro, Andrés García, and Lorena Rojas. The series mixes romance with supernatural elements while maintaining the ensemble and multi location scope common to prime time telenovelas.

‘Access Hollywood’ (1996)

The entertainment newsmag arrives Monday September 15 with daily coverage of film, television, music, and red carpet events. Segments include set visits, celebrity interviews, and box office and ratings roundups.

Hosted by Mario Lopez, Kit Hoover, and Scott Evans, the show features reporting teams in Los Angeles and New York. Studio interviews and field packages provide quick turn access to premieres and award season milestones with a format built for daily viewing.

‘The Paper’ (2025)

The new drama bows Thursday September 4 and follows a newsroom navigating reporting demands and survival in the digital era. Storylines track reporters on assignment, editors managing resources, and the impact of local coverage on a city.

Episodes explore beats like politics, business, education, and breaking news while spotlighting the tension between speed and accuracy in modern reporting. The series builds its world around an urban daily and uses a mix of field reporting scenes and editorial meetings to show how stories take shape.

Share which September pick you are starting first on Peacock in the comments.