It is a bit early yet but the Summer season is slowly losing its hold. There are things we’ll miss but Autumn is pretty awesome, right? And that awesomeness does include some chilly nights in front of HBO. HBO is always strong in the Fall because it knows people head inside evenings for what it has to offer that time of year. So, September could still give us some hot or it could not, either way, HBO is there. Here is most of what HBO offers for September 2019.
Original Series: A big returning drama heads our way in the coming month for its third and final season. Featuring a stellar ensemble cast led by James Franco and Maggie Gyllenhaal, and executive produced by David Simon, George Pelecanos, Nina K. Noble and Franco, the third and final season of THE DEUCE, debuting MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 09 (9:00-10:00pm), chronicles the dying days of Times Square as the heart of the American sex trade. The season begins on the eve of 1985, with the party of the 1970s winding down. 42nd Street has deteriorated into a hive of uncontrolled violent crime and seedy video stores, making urban renewal seem more unlikely than ever before. But change is on the way. Just as VHS overtakes film as the primary medium for porn production and distribution, the lure of the California sunshine, the city’s aggressive takeover of commercial sex properties and the devastating impact of the AIDS epidemic mark the end of an era. Following the interconnected lives of Times Square’s barkeeps, prostitutes, pimps, police, mobsters, porn actors and producers, this third season brings the series’ arc to a dramatic conclusion.
–Season 3, Episode 1: “The Camera Loves You”
Debut date: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 (9:00-10:00pm ET/PT)
On the eve of 1985, a worn-out Vincent (James Franco) reconnects with his ex-wife, Andrea (Zoe Kazan) as his open relationship with Abby (Margarita Levieva) grows more distant. Despite becoming a family man, Frankie (James Franco) continues his risky side hustles. With the newly dominant VHS format shaking up their industry, Candy (Maggie Gyllenhaal) and Harvey (David Krumholtz) travel to Las Vegas for an adult film convention where they disagree on how to navigate a fast-changing future. Fresh out of rehab in Los Angeles, Lori (Emily Meade) is put back to work. Alston (Lawrence Gilliard) makes a very specific request of Goldman (Luke Kirby) in their quest to revitalize Midtown. Now a bartender at the Hi-Hat, Loretta (Sepideh Moafi) becomes an active
member of Women Against Pornography. Written by David Simon & George Pelecanos; Directed by Alex Hall
–Season 3, Episode 2: “Morta di Fame”
Debut date: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 (9:00-10:00pm ET/PT)
Frankie (Franco) takes his amateur porn business to the next level and ends up in a confrontation with Rudy (Michael Rispoli), who pushes Vincent (Franco) to up his profits. Candy (Gyllenhaal) brainstorms a new film based on the experiences of her fellow sex workers and finds that her new beau Hank (Corey Stoll) is not shaken by her past. Abby (Levieva) and Loretta (Moafi) take care of Shay (Kim Director) when she shows up to the Hi-Hat in bad shape. Lori (Meade) is advised to be more compliant after she dares to stand up for herself on set. Alston (Gilliard) is tasked with finding the mysterious owner of
a prime piece of Midtown real estate. With the future of his businesses up in the air, Paul (Chris Coy) worries about his partner Todd’s (Aaron Dean Eisenberg) health. Written by Carl Capotorto; Directed by Susanna White
–Season 3, Episode 3: “Normal Is a Lie”
Debut date: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 (9:00-10:00pm ET/PT)
Abby (Levieva) befriends a graffiti artist named Pilar (Paloma Guzman) and takes a surprising trip downtown. Candy (Gyllenhaal) sets a firm line with Hank when it comes to money. As Todd’s (Aaron Dean Eisenberg) health worsens, he reexamines his priorities and asks for Paul’s (Coy) support. Melissa (Luccardi) is forced to face her past. Alston (Gilliard) explores different strategies for getting a shady SRO owner to sell. Bobby (Bauer) pays Joey (Michael Gandolfini) a visit on Wall Street as Joey’s latest money-making scheme grows bigger. Tensions rise between Frankie (Franco) and Rudy (Rispoli) as a buyer complains about Frankie’s product. Written by Iturri Sosa; Directed by Tanya Hamilton
–Season 3, Episode 4: “They Can Never Go Home”
Debut date: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 (9:00-10:00pm ET/PT)
Lori (Meade) returns to New York for an audition and runs into some familiar faces. While searching for actors for her new film, Candy (Gyllenhaal) speaks to her critics at a Women Against Pornography meeting. As things heat up with Jennifer (Kelcy Griffin), Alston (Gilliard) takes a drastic step to deliver for Goldman (Kirby). Melissa (Luccardi) leaves the city. Abby (Levieva) grows closer to Pilar (Paloma Guzman) as her relationship with Vincent (Franco) wanes. Vincent and Frankie celebrate an eventful birthday. Written by Will Ralston; Directed by James Franco
Created by Jay and Mark Duplass (ANIMALS., TOGETHERNESS), the late-night, half-hour anthology series ROOM 104 returns with 12 new episodes FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 (11:00-11:30pm), telling unique and unexpected tales of the characters who pass through a single room of a typical American chain motel. While the room stays the same, every episode of Room 104 features a different story, with the tone, plot, characters, and even the time period, changing with each installment. Tapping into a variety of genres, from dark comedy to poignant drama to musical romance, the stories and characters featured in Season 3 include: a man searching for a cure to his chronic skin condition; the caretaker of an exotic animal looking to make a sale; estranged siblings reuniting to make an investment; and more. Filled with plenty of twists and surprises, the series offers a new discovery from one episode to the next, telling tales of everyday people striving for connection and meaning inside a single room.
–Season 3, Episode 1: “The Plot” Debut date: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 (11:00-11:24 ET/PT) Season premiere. An estranged brother (Luke Wilson) and sister (Christine Woods) reunite at the site of their future joint investment. Written by Macon Blair; directed by Macon Blair.
–Season 3, Episode 2: “Animal for Sale” Debut date: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 (11:00-11:24 ET/PT) The caretaker (Robert Longstreet) of an exotic animal meets with a woman (Dale Dickey) who’d like to take the temperamental beast off his hands. Written by Patrick Brice; directed by Patrick Brice.
–Season 3, Episode 3: “Itchy” Debut date: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 (11:00-11:30 ET/PT) On the advice of his doctor, a man (Arturo Castro) with a chronic skin ailment sequesters himself in hopes that he might finally be cured. Written by Mark Duplass; directed by Patrick Brice.
The acclaimed drama series SUCCESSION continues its second season SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 01 (9:00-10:00pm), and explores themes of power, politics, money, and family, played out within a rich and dysfunctional family whose patriarch, Logan Roy (Brian Cox), is CEO of Waystar Royco, one of the world’s largest media and entertainment conglomerates. Now I know I don’t need to re-hash all this, but we are talking the biggest post-GOT show going right now so tough it out if you don’t need the following: beginning where season one dramatically left off, season two follows the Roys as they struggle to retain control of their empire amidst internal and external threats. While the future looks increasingly uncertain, it is the past that portends to ultimately destroy them, as each of Logan’s four children remains focused on personal agendas that may or may not sync with those of their siblings. As Kendall (Jeremy Strong) deals with fallout from his hostile takeover attempt, this season finds Shiv (Sarah Snook) poised to make her way into the upper-echelons of the company, while Roman (Kieran Culkin) decides to reacquaint himself with the business by starting at the bottom, and Connor (Alan Ruck), who’s long eschewed the Waystar machinations, launches an unlikely bid for president. Blending high drama with sharp humor, season two of the series promises plenty of palace intrigue as this emotionally-challenged family navigates a rapidly changing media landscape and the looming question of who will take over in a post-Logan world. Below is all we can say about the September episodes:
–Season 2, Episode 4: “Safe Room”
Debut date: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 01 (9:00-10:00pmET/PT)
Roman (Kieran Culkin) begins a six-week management training program in the Parks division and is irritated about spending so much time with “normals.” Logan (Brian Cox) brings Shiv in for a day at Waystar, raising suspicions with Kendall (Jeremy Strong) and Gerri (J. Smith-Cameron). Connor (Alan Ruck) and Willa (Justine Lupe) attend the funeral of a family friend with a complicated past. Logan and Kendall arrange a covert meeting with PGM CEO Rhea Jarrell (Holly Hunter), as a controversy surrounding a star anchor leads to a day of chaos at ATN headquarters. Written by Georgia Pritchett; directed by Robert Pulcini & Shari Springer Berman.
–Season 2, Episode 5: “Tern Haven” 
Debut date: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 08 (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET/PT)
Logan (Brian Cox) attempts to solidify his buyout of PGM at a weekend retreat at the Pierce family home, where Shiv (Sarah Snook), Roman (Kieran Culkin) and Connor (Alan Ruck) veer from their carefully orchestrated roles. As the Pierces question whether an alliance with Waystar Royco will tarnish their legacy, Kendall (Jeremy Strong) makes his case to Naomi Pierce (Annabelle Dexter-Jones) during a drug-filled night. Written by Will Tracy; directed by Mark Mylod
From Hagai Levi (HBO’s IN TREATMENT), Joseph Cedar and Tawfik Abu Wael, OUR BOYS, continues MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 02 (9:00-10:00 p.m.) followed by new episodes subsequent Mondays at 10:00 p.m., is a captivating limited drama series that follows Simon, an Israeli terrorism investigator, on his search for answers in the wake of the murder of Palestinian teen Mohammed Abu Khdeir, telling the stories of Jews and Arabs alike who were forever changed by a series of horrific events in the summer of 2014.
THE RIGHTEOUS GEMSTONES, a new comedy from Danny McBride (HBO’s VICE PRINCIPALS, EASTBOUND AND DOWN), continues SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 01 (10:00-10:35pm), with new episodes airing subsequent Sundays at the same time, and centers on the Gemstones, a celebrity televangelist family 
behind a popular megachurch that is also a major money-making enterprise. McBride stars as Jesse Gemstone, the eldest of three grown Gemstone children, who sees himself as a maverick in the ministry game but, as the series begins, receives a blackmail video that could put his reputation at risk. Getting caught up in the hunt for the culprits are Jesse’s sister Judy (Edi Patterson), who is secretly “living in sin” with her fiancé and dreams of escaping the Gemstone compound, and Jesse’s youngest sibling Kelvin (Adam Devine), a pseudo-hipster who always finds a way to get under his brother’s skin. Meanwhile, the family’s patriarch Eli (John Goodman) finds himself in a point of crisis as he mourns the loss of his wife Aimee-Leigh and questions whether the Gemstones are still serving a higher power as they aggressively expand their empire. Also causing a headache for the Gemstones is Baby Billy (special guest star Walton Goggins), Aimee-Leigh’s younger brother, who agrees to minister at a new Gemstone prayer center that riles a local pastor trying to hang on to his flock. Following the antics of this emotionally stunted family in nine episodes, the series is a hilarious, irreverent look at high-living, holy rollers – whose world of mansions, jets, greed and corruption belies their virtuous, godly mission.
Exploring the glamorous, often cutthroat, world of pro football through a group of past and present players striving to stay in the game, BALLERS stars Dwayne Johnson as ex-superstar Spencer Strasmore, who has reinvented himself as a financial manager for today’s players. Created by Stephen Levinson (HBO’s BOARDWALK EMPIRE), the hit comedy series continues its fifth season SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 01 (10:30-11:00pm). This season finds Spencer (Johnson) settling into retirement and reflecting on his past when an offer that’s too good to refuse comes his way and sends him back into the lion’s den, this time as a team owner. In the wake of his split with Spencer, an ambitious Joe (Rob Corddry) gambles aggressively to make Sports X greater than ever with the help of his new partner, Lance (Russell Brand). Meanwhile, Ricky (John David Washington) has a startling setback that forces him to consider a new kind of future and tests his physical, mental and emotional resolve; Charles (Omar Miller) learns that being a general manager means getting your hands dirty; Vernon (Donovan W. Carter) shifts his focus to his love of professional gaming despite Reggie’s (London Brown) wariness; and Jason (Troy Garity) decides to take his career to the next level.
–Episode #502 (season 5, episode 2): “Must Be the Shoes”
Debut date: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 01 (10:35-11:00pm)
After learning of competing owner offers, Spencer (Dwayne Johnson) engages with past allies. Joe (Rob Corddry) is tasked with apologizing for creating a hostile work environment with the help of Kate (Catherine Haena Kim), a sharp Sports X exec. Ricky (John David Washington) and Vernon (Donovan W. Carter) each consider different kinds of futures, while Charles (Omar Miller) tries to hide some unwelcome news. Written by Rob Weiss & Stephen Levinson; directed by Chloe Domont. 
–Episode #503 (season 5, episode 3): “Copernicursed”
Debut date: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 08 (10:40-11:10pm. ET/PT)
Just as Spencer (Dwayne Johnson) reaches out to him with the job of a lifetime, Jason (Troy Garity) gets an interesting counteroffer from Joe (Rob Corddry). Vernon (Donovan W. Carter) has a tryout at an e-sports company and Reggie (London Brown) bemoans his position at Sports X. Ricky (John David Washington) turns to old ways to deal with his new situation. Charles (Omar Miller) considers a solution to another headache. Written by Stephen Levinson & Rob Weiss; directed by Chloe Domont.
–Episode #504 (season 5, episode 4): “Municipal”
Debut date: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 (10:40-11:10pm)
Spencer (Dwayne Johnson) settles into his new position and makes a potentially unpopular decision. With Sports X teetering on the edge financially, Joe (Rob Corddry) gets sidetracked with his personal life. Ricky (John David Washington) tries his hand in the media and voices his true feelings about an ally. Reggie (London Brown) comes to Vernon (Donovan W. Carter) with a proposal that will make them both happy. Written by Rob Weiss & Stephen Levinson; directed by Rob Weiss.
–Episode #505 (season 5, episode 5): “Crumbs”
Debut date: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 (10:35-11:05pm)
Spencer faces pressure from all sides as he fights for Kisan. Ricky (John David Washington) gets mixed feedback about his radio show. Reggie (London Brown), Vernon (Donovan W. Carter) and Lance (Russell Brand) struggle to convince Joe (Rob Corddry) to invest in a new business. Charles (Omar Miller) works hard to 
land a big player. Jason (Troy Garity) goes through tough negotiations with the Anderson brothers. Written by Stephen Levinson & Rob Weiss; directed by Rob Weiss.
–Episode #506 (season 5, episode 6): “Edutainment”
Debut date: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 (10:30-11:00pm)
In the wake of an unexpected tragedy, Spencer (Dwayne Johnson) prepares for his first owners’ meeting. While trying to balance work and his relationship with Kate (Catherine Haena Kim), Joe (Rob Corddry) decides to go on Ricky’s (John David Washington) radio show. Charles (Omar Miller) deals with an unexpected health crisis in the middle of his busiest time at work. Vernon (Donovan W. Carter), Reggie (London Brown) and Lance (Russell Brand) try to recruit a trio of gaming siblings for their new league. Jason (Troy Garity) celebrates his anniversary. Written by Jason Lew; directed by Simon Cellan Jones
A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW, concluding its first season FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 06 (11:00-11:30pm), is a narrative series set in a limitless magical reality full of dynamic, hilarious characters and celebrity guests. The show presents sketches performed by a core cast of black women, including Robin Thede, Ashley Nicole Black, Gabrielle Dennis and Quinta Brunson. Thede produces, writes and stars and Issa Rae (Emmy and Golden Globe nominee for HBO’s INSECURE) executive produces.
–Season 1, Episode 6: “Born at Night, But Not Last Night” (season finale) Debut date: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 06 (11:00-11:30pm) Two friends come to regret their decision to visit a new black-owned restaurant. A mother and daughter go toe-to-toe in the latest episode of “Get the Belt.” “Taskmaster,” “Turnt” and “Insecurity” help Krystal through a surprise hot-air balloon ride. Carl and Lori’s “special guest” has very specific boundaries. A judge, bailiff, court reporter and attorneys celebrate their first ever all-black lady courtroom. Tensions rise between Ashley, Gabrielle, Quinta and Robin as the reality of their situation sinks in. Written by Lauren Ashley Smith, Robin Thede, Ashley Nicole Black, Akilah Green, Brittani Nichols, Amber Ruffin, Rae Sanni and Holly Walker; directed by Dime Davis.
Presenting a satirical look at the week in news, politics and current events, as well as addressing broader issues, the Emmy-winning LAST WEEK TONIGHT WITH JOHN OLIVER continues its sixth season SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 08 (11:00-11:30pm), followed by new episodes subsequent Sundays at the same time, with a hiatus on September 22. Topics as of late have included newly elected British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, the NRA and the protests in Hong Kong. REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER continues its 17th season FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 06 (10:00-11:00 p.m. live ET/tape-delayed PT), followed by other new editions subsequent Fridays at the same time. Recent guests have included former White House Communications Director Anthony Scaramucci, candidate for the 2020 Democratic nomination for President Marianne Williamson and SiriusXM and CNN host and author Michael Smerconish. VICE NEWS TONIGHT, the half-hour nightly newscast from VICE Media and HBO, concludes FRIDAY, SEPT. 6 (7:30-8:00pm) with its last installment on HBO.
Movies: Regardless of whether your cooling down with iced tea or warming up with a hot cup on Saturday nights in the coming month you could do it in front of an HBO movie. September gives us MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS, WELCOME TO MARWEN, LEGO MOVIE 2: THE SECOND PART and ISN’T IT ROMANTIC.
MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS, debuting SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 07 (8:00-10:05pm), tells the story of Mary Stuart, who became the Queen of France at 16 and a widow at 18, as she returns to her native Scotland to reclaim her throne just as Scotland and England fall under the control of Elizabeth I, her cousin and rival. The film stars Saoirse Ronan and Margot Robbie. Suffering from PTSD and memory loss after an assault, a man creates a fictional world in which he can heal 
in WELCOME TO MARWEN, debuting SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 (8:00-10:00pm). This film stars Steve Carrell and Leslie Mann. When the citizens of Bricksburg face a new and dangerous enemy, they fight to protect their universe in THE LEGO MOVIE 2: THE SECOND PART, debuting SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 (8:00-9:45pm). Rebel Wilson stars in ISN’T IT ROMANTIC, debuting SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 (8:00-9:30pm). The film tells the story of a New York architect who, after getting knocked out during a subway mugging, finds herself at the center of her very own romantic comedy.
HBO Documentary Films: When the Twin Towers were attacked on September 11, 2001, students had just started their day at Stuyvesant High School, blocks away. Drawing on intimate access to eight student eyewitnesses, IN THE SHADOW OF THE TOWERS: STUYVESANT HIGH ON 9/11, 
debuting WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 (9:00-9:30pm), offers a unique perspective on this tragic day. Directed and produced by Emmy®-winner Amy Schatz, the documentary weaves footage of the attack with compelling interviews with the students, who, as young teenagers, found themselves fleeing debris in the heart of the danger zone and faced with a harrowing journey home. Now adults, many from immigrant families, they speak with feeling about the backlash against minority communities that followed the attack and the deep friendships with classmates that got them through. A story about how it felt to be a young person at ground zero, the film explores the ways in which September 11th shaped these students’ lives and continues to shape our world today. Directed and produced by Emmy Award winner Amy Schatz, WHAT HAPPENED ON SEPTEMBER 11, debuting WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 (6:00-6:30pm) on HBO Family, revisits the events of September 11, 2001 to help a younger generation learn about this historical event. The documentary short features personal stories from survivors and 
family members, classroom scenes exploring 9/11 through artwork, poetry and interviews with educators, along with archival news footage and powerful photos. The film also provides background on the construction of the World Trade Center towers, the history of lower Manhattan, the rise of Al Qaeda and the harrowing experiences of New York residents who found themselves caught up in the unexpected and tragic day. Both thoughtful and informational, the film puts this historical event into context so that children can better understand what happened that day and its continued effects on the world around us. BUZZ, a revealing and 
personal documentary debuting WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 (9:00-10:30pm.), follows Pulitzer prize-winning reporter and author, Buzz Bissinger (pictured), as he experiences a sexual awakening while collaborating with Caitlyn Jenner on her tell-all memoir. A verité portrait of his transformative journey, the feature documentary is directed by his childhood friend Andrew Shea. As he works to perfect Jenner’s book, Bissinger simultaneously examines his own heteronormative constraints, exploring previously uncharted sexual desires in ways that test his marriage, family and sense of self. Interweaving editing sessions between Bissinger and Jenner with personal insights into Bissinger’s sexual evolution from his family, BUZZ is a deeply personal film that explores the pursuit of true freedom of expression.
HBO Sports: TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 03 (11:00–11:30pm) sees the return of THE SHOP UNINTERRUPTED. In the latest installment, LeBron 
James and Maverick Carter hang out in a barbershop with Kevin Hart, Rob Gronkowski, Kevin Love, CJ McCollum, Charlamagne tha God, Lil Nas X, and Paul Rivera. HBO Sports, NFL Films and the Raiders team up for an unfiltered all-access look at what it takes to make it in the National Football League when HARD KNOCKS: TRAINING CAMP WITH THE OAKLAND RAIDERS concludes its five-episode season TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 03 (10:00-11:00pm). One of the fastest-turnaround programs on TV, the 14th edition of the 18-time Sports Emmy-winning series focuses on the daily lives and routines of Oakland Raiders players and coaches. Under second-year head coach Jon Gruden, the team has an intriguing mix of established veterans, highly regarded rookie hopefuls and free-agent acquisitions. The Raiders compete in the highly competitive AFC West, where they maintain an intense rivalry with their opponents and have set their sights on ascending in the standings. With camera crews heading to the Bay area to film for several weeks, the cinéma vérité series will capture all the action heating up in August. REAL SPORTS WITH BRYANT GUMBEL goes behind the box scores and statistics to tackle timely subjects in the world of contemporary sports. Featuring a top lineup of contributors, the next monthly edition debuts TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 (10:00-11:00pm).
Other Movies and Shows: Though it may have been on the streaming sites, TRUTH OR DARE has not made it to the channel until now. In it a seemingly innocent game takes a sinister supernatural turn for a group of vacationing college students including ones played by Lucy Hale and Tyler Posey. Beginning on 09.07 HBO2 begins a marathon of THE DEUCE, starting with “Pilot”, showing all eight episodes of Season One. The next day, 09.08, takes us through Season Two concluding with “Inside the Pretend.” The return of the documentary WE ARE NOT DONE YET, HBO Films: ICEBOX and the comedy special FELIPE ESPARZA: TRANSLATE THIS are in rotation.
Other HBO Platforms: If you subscribe via a provider then remember to check out the other channels offered. Mist tiles are or will soon be available on the 
streaming sites. HBO Latino: PICO DE NEBLINA, continuing its season FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 06 (10:00-11:00pm), is a ten-episode HBO Latino series set in a fictional modern-day São Paulo where marijuana has been legalized. The story follows 29-year-old Biriba (Luis Navarro), a drug dealer who decides to give up his criminal life and enter the legal drug sales industry. Episodes # 5 through # 8 debut in September. In EL AMOR MENOS PENSADO (An Unexpected Love), an Argentinian couple lose interest after a son exits for college and debuts 09.06; MAS SABE EL DIABLO POE VIEJO is a comedy about a poor actor in a retirement home for actors which debuts 09.13; in the taut mystery SEPTIMO (7th Floor) a father desperately searches for his children after they disappear while going down the stairs from their apartment. It starts on 09.20. Another movie has a young woman becoming the protector of a young girl after a gang kills the youngster’s parents in PERSEGUIDA (Persecuted) debuting 09.27. HBO Family: I can’t believe it – a new movie arrives on the channel! It is NANCY DREW AND THE HIDDEN STAIRCASE debuting on 09.01. It’s Girl Power, detective-style when rebellious skateboarder and teen sleuth Nancy Drew leads her new chums into investigating a mystery involving a potentially haunted house. Sophia Lillis (It) stars as Nancy; with Sam Trammell and Linda Lavin. [Sophia Lillis] “is the freshest thing to happen to Nancy Drew in decades” (Variety). Directed by 
Katt Shea; screenplay by Nina Fiore & John Herrera. Also, for the younger crowd is FLY ME TO THE MOON, 2004’s version of PETER PAN, THE WIZARD and YOGI BEAR (pictured). HBO Signature: A bowl of popcorn is called for when you curl up for this diverse batch of movies. How about PAPER HEARTS, 1969’s musical HELLO, DOLLY, BEACHES, NOTTING HILL, HAIL, CAESAR!, SIGNS and JURASSIC WORLD: FALLEN KINGDOM. HBO Comedy: Here are a few I haven’t mentioned in a while – SHANGHAI KNIGHTS, WEEKEND AT BERNIE’S, BEERFEST, ARIZONA and DEAR GOD or hit the channel to find out just what does strike your funny bone. Maybe it is the standup of Wanda Skyes, Damon Wayans or Whitney Cummings; they can be found there too. HBO Zone: Find CONAN THE BARBARIAN and CONAN THE DESTROYER on this channel. Plus, ROBOCOP, ROBOCOP 2 and ROBOCOP 3 are on; you can binge-watch all three on 09.14.
HBONow/Go: Here are a few titles heading out so catch them soon – DEADPOOL 2, ENTRAPMENT, HALF BAKED, HELLBOUND: HELLRAISER 2, THE 
INEVITABLE DEFEAT OF MISTER AND PETE, JONAH HEX, MEAN GIRLS, MR. BROOKS, PSYCHO, PSYCHO II and PSYCHO III.HBONow/Go: Here are a few titles heading out so catch them soon – DEADPOOL 2, ENTRAPMENT, HALF BAKED, HELLBOUND: HELLRAISER 2, THE INEVITABLE DEFEAT OF MISTER AND PETE, JONAH HEX, MEAN GIRLS, MR. BROOKS, PSYCHO, PSYCHO II and PSYCHO III. I can also point out the Real-Life Champions Collection as something to watch. In that set find 16 documentaries about real people and their causes and/or their lives. Such titles include BEING SERENA, BILLIE JEAN KING: PORTRAIT OF A PIONEER, JANE FONDA IN FIVE ACTS, LIFE ACCORDING TO SAM and MOMENTUM GENERATION. Of course, there is a lot to explore on the sites; settle the little one down for PINKY DOO or steal some time for yourself with some episodes of HUNG, PROFUGOS or MR. SHOW and if you don’t recognize some of those titles you aren’t snooping around deep enough on what HBO has to offer.
Cinemax: Alas, no new or returning series on the sister channel but you know it has a beefed-up movie lineup every month, yeah? After being fired for mischievousness, former Vermont Highway Patrol officers have a chance to reclaim their jobs when they are tasked with providing law enforcement for a French-Canadian town transitioning to U.S. sovereignty in SUPER TROOPERS 2, debuting FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 06 (8:00-9:40pm). The comedy stars Jay Chandrasekhar, Kevin Heffernan, Steve Lemme, Paul Soter, Erik Stolhanske with Rob Lowe and Brian Cox. Directed by Jay Chandrasekhar; written by Broken Lizard. A group of friends’ annual competitive game of tag presents a new challenge when the game coincides with the only undefeated player’s wedding in TAG, debuting FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 (8:00-9:45pm). Based on a true story, the comedy stars Ed Helms, Jake Johnson, Hannibal Buress, Jon Hamm and Jeremy Renner. A neuroscientist attempts to bring his deceased wife and two daughters back to life using their memories, but his experiment spirals out of control in REPLICAS, debuting FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 (8:00-9:50pm). The film stars Keanu Reeves, Alice Eve and Thomas Middleditch. Shortly after being released from prison, a con woman puts together a team of unlikely crooks to help pull off the biggest heist of their lives in OCEAN’S 8, debuting FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 (8:00-9:55). The crime thriller stars Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, Helena Bonham Carter, Mindy Kaling, Rihanna, Sarah Paulson, Awkwafina and Richard Armitage. There is also a run of Hugh Jackman movies.
Next Month’s Tease: We’ll give you an easy one because we are excited about it – Tick-Tock
Last month we asked if you knew of Red Hot. That is the name of the movie Eileen “Candy” Merrill (Maggie Gyllenhaal) is working on in THE DEUCE. Her exploits start up again in September.
Final Clip: Only because we squeezed it out form up above. Here is the trailer for LEGO MOVIE 2: THE SECOND PART.
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