September is upon us and all of you are officially back in school, which means you're all contemplating what movies to go see with your friends on your precious Friday nights and weekends. If you ask us, the movie theater is the place to be. But if you would rather spend your weekend binge-watching a show on Netflix or popping in a DVD --- in between homework and reading, of course --- we totally understand and have some recommendations for you there, as well. 

In theaters this September we have Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children, based off the New York Times bestselling novel by Ransom Riggs. Enter a world of mystery and danger with Jake, who finds Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children and discovers his own "peculiarity" might just be the only thing that can save his new friends.

Debuting this month on Netflix is "Luke Cage" --- the next installment in the Marvel television universe. If you watched Jessica Jones you will have already met Luke Cage, a man who is basically invincible and manages to escape those who experimented on him. He decides to use his powers to become a superhero for hire. If you're a Marvel fan, you will not want to miss this.

Speaking of Marvel, Captain America: Civil War is out on DVD this month. All of your favorite Marvel characters make an appearance in this action-packed movie that follows Captain America as he tries to save his oldest friend, Bucky Barnes, while dealing with the conflict brewing over putting limitations of The Avengers.

In Theaters:

The Light Between Oceans
Cast: Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander, Rachel Weisz, Florence Clery
Director: Derek Cianfrance
Distributor: Entertainment One
MPAA Rating: PG-13
Release Date: September 2nd
Based on: THE LIGHT BETWEEN OCEANS by M. L. Stedman

A couple who reside in an Australian lighthouse discover a baby in a boat along with a dead body. They decide to raise the child, a choice that leads to devastating consequences.

Sully
Cast: Tom Hanks, Anna Gunn, Laura Linney, Aaron Eckhart
Director: Clint Eastwood
Distributor: Warner Bros.
MPAA Rating: PG-13
Release Date: September 9
Based on: HIGHEST DUTY: My Search for What Really Matters by Chesley B. Sullenberger

On Thursday, January 15th, 2009, the world witnessed the "Miracle on the Hudson" when Captain Chesley Sullenberger, nicknamed "Sully,” glided his disabled plane onto the frigid waters of the Hudson River, saving the lives of all 155 aboard. However, even as Sully was being heralded by the public and the media for his unprecedented feat of aviation skill, an investigation was unfolding that threatened to destroy his reputation and his career.

Queen of Katwe
Cast: Lupita Nyong’o, David Oyelowo, Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine
Director: Mira Nair
Distributor: Disney
MPAA Rating: PG
Release Date: September 23rd
Based on: THE QUEEN OF KATWE: A Story of Life, Chess, and One Extraordinary Girl's Dream of Becoming a Grandmaster by Tim Crothers

Queen of Katwe is the colorful true story of a young girl selling corn on the streets of rural Uganda whose world rapidly changes when she is introduced to the game of chess, and, as a result of the support she receives from her family and community, is instilled with the confidence and determination she needs to pursue her dream of becoming an international chess champion. 

Denial
Cast: Rachel Weisz, Andrew Scott, Timothy Spall
Director: Mick Jackson
Distributor: Bleecker Street
MPAA Rating: PG-13
Release Date: September 30th
Based on: HISTORY ON TRIAL: My Day in Court with a Holocaust Denier by Deborah Lipstadt

Denial recounts Deborah E. Lipstadt's legal battle for historical truth against David Irving , who accused her of libel when she declared him a Holocaust denier. In the English legal system, the burden of proof is on the accused, therefore it was up to Lipstadt and her legal team to prove the essential truth that the Holocaust occurred.

Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children
Cast: Eva Green, Asa Butterfield, Samuel L. Jackson. Allison Janney, Ella Purnell
Director: Tim Burton
Distributor: 20th Century Fox
MPAA Rating: PG-13
Release Date: September 30th
Based on: MISS PEREGRINE’S HOME FOR PECULIAR CHILDREN by Ransom Riggs

When Jake discovers clues to a mystery that spans different worlds and times, he finds a magical place known as Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children. But the mystery and danger deepen as he gets to know the residents and learns about their special powers...and their powerful enemies. Ultimately, Jake discovers that only his own special "peculiarity" can save his new friends.

On TV:

"Luke Cage"
Cast: Mike Colter, Mahershala, Frankie Faison
Director: Cheo Hodari Coker
Network: Netflix
Airdate: Episodes available Friday, September 30th
Based on: LUKE CAGE by Archie Goodwin and John Romita, Sr.

Given superstrength and durability by a sabotaged experiment, a wrongly accused man escapes prison to become a superhero for hire.

On DVD:

Captain America: Civil War
Cast: Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Elizabeth Olsen, Anthony Mackie, Sebastian Stan
Director: Anthony Russo, Joe Russo
MPAA Rating: PG-13
DVD Release Date: September 13th
Based on: Captain America comic books by Jack Kirby

Political pressure mounts to install a system of accountability when the actions of the Avengers lead to collateral damage. The new status quo deeply divides members of the team. Captain America believes superheroes should remain free to defend humanity without government interference. Iron Man sharply disagrees and supports oversight. As the debate escalates into an all-out feud, Black Widow and Hawkeye must pick a side.