Netflix (September 2019): This Month’s Romance and Period Drama Highlights.
SEPTEMBER 1
Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (Season 6)
If you’re a fan of Fitz and Simmons, you won’t want to miss their epic romance continue to play out in what turned out to be an entertaining and fun season 6.
Now, if you’ve never seen this superhero series before and are looking for light entertainment with great female characters and charming TV romances, this is an excellent choice to start binge-watching. The final season premieres next year.
Okay, so this movie isn’t a romance or a period drama, but it’s a lovely female-driven film based on a popular book. If you’re looking for a girls’ night in, you might enjoy this heartfelt drama starring Cameron Diaz.
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Nicholas Hoult stars in this romantic period drama about the famous author, J.D. Salinger (author of Catcher in the Rye).
Sigh…This romantic time-travel film stars Sandra Bullock and Keanu Reeves and is absolutely lovely. Plus, if you’re a Jane Austen fan, you’ll enjoy the numerous Persuasion references used throughout the movie.
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers AND The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
The Lord of the Rings trilogy of movies based on Tolkien’s wonderful fantasy novels are some of the best films ever made. These fantasy costume dramas have romance and Romanticism aplenty and shouldn’t be missed. They also can be watched time and time again. So, enjoy it!
Val Kilmer is at his best in this fun romantic action-adventure full of suspense. He plays the lovable thief, Simon Templar, who falls in love with the scientist, Dr. Emma Russell (Elisabeth Shue). If you enjoy lovable bad boys, this is the movie for you.
September 4
While I haven’t seen this film yet, it tells the story of a young interracial couple facing racial bias in a small town. It could be interesting!
September 6
This 1960s spy mini-series is about Eli Cohen, an Israeli undercover spy in Syria.
September 10
Julia Roberts stars in this romantic drama film about a woman going on a journey to find herself.
September 12
While it’s unclear if there’s going to be any romance in this new series, it looks enough like a Lost/Hunger Games type of a TV show to give it a chance – romance or not. Kate Bosworth, Sibylla Dean, Natalie Martinez, Alex Pettyfer, Kyle Schmid, and more, star.
September 13
A new Netflix romantic teen drama about a sixteen-year-old girl stuck in a love triangle while also learning to love herself for who she is. It looks adorable and uplifting.
September 15
A fascinating and moving documentary about a love affair between two prisoners at various concentration camps during World War II. You won’t want to miss out on this incredible true story.
September 20
Criminal – Netflix Original (Bonus)
While not a period drama or romance, this new police drama stars David Tennant and Hayley Atwell – fan favorites.
Las del hockey (The Hockey Girls) – Netflix Original
A new Spanish TV show about a girls’ roller hockey team. Expect some romance in the series on top of girl power.
September 21
Based on the popular novel, this drama takes place in the present-day and 1942, Paris. This heartbreaking story will stay with you long after the tragedy unfolds. Kristin Scott Thomas stars.
September 30
Watch the final season of this dark, superhero series about James Gordon and a young Bruce Wayne. Fans of TV romance will appreciate the many entertaining TV couples.
What are you looking forward to watching on Netflix in September 2019? Let me know in the comments!
(Featured image: Rebel in the Rye. Photo Credit – IFC Films)
