What to Watch on DStv This September 2026
Top DStv Shows, Movies and Sports to Watch This September.
September on DStv is packed with must-watch entertainment for every member of the family. From gripping local dramas and blockbuster movies to world-class sport, captivating telenovelas, kids’ favourites and compelling international programming, there’s something new to discover every day. Whether you're following the latest twists in Big Brother Naija, tuning in for UEFA Champions League action and the Manchester derby, or settling in for movie premieres like Scream 7, DStv has your month covered.
Explore our top picks across Local, Sport, Movies, Kids, Telenovelas and International programming, and make sure you don't miss the biggest moments coming to your screens this September.
Here are the top local shows to watch on DStv this August:
Local South African Shows
Big Brother Naija Live Shows (Season 11)
Genre: Reality
When: Sundays at 20:00
Channel: Zambezi Magic
Available on: DStv Compact and up
Big Brother Naija returns with a brand-new season packed with drama, competition, fun and entertainment as housemates compete for the grand prize.
Spinners (S1)
Genre: Drama
When: Sundays at 21:00
Channel: Mzansi Magic
Available on: DStv Family and up
From the Cape Flats to the fast lane. Can spinning give a 17-year-old a way out of gang life and a chance at a better future?
KwaBaba S1
Genre: Drama
When: Monday to Fridays at 19:30
Channel: Mzansi Magic
Available on: DStv Family and up
Where family ties are tested, secrets come to light, and betrayal changes everything. Experience a gripping drama filled with love, loyalty and unexpected twists.
Inimba S2
Genre: Drama Series
When: Monday to Fridays at 20:30
Channel: Mzansi Magic
Available on: DStv Family and up
Secrets, betrayal and unexpected twists collide as relationships are tested and new battles unfold.
Live Sport to Watch
Sports fans have an action-packed month ahead with major events across wrestling, football, motorsport, MMA and tennis.
Formula 1: Spanish Grand Prix
Sport: Motorsport
When: Sunday 13 September
Channel: SuperSport Motorsport
Available on: DStv Premium
The Formula 1 season continues with the Spanish Grand Prix, held at the new Madring – a street circuit in the capital city of Madrid.
UEFA Champions League: Matchday 1
Sport: Football
When: Tuesday 8 to Thursday 10 September
Channel: SuperSport Football Plus
Available on: DStv Compact Plus and up
The new UEFA Champions League season gets underway as Europe’s biggest clubs battle for an early advantage across some of the continent’s most famous stadiums.
US Open
Sport: Tennis
When: Friday 11 to Sunday 13 September
Channel: SuperSport Tennis
Available on: DStv Premium
The US Open, the fourth and final tennis grand slam of the year, will conclude this weekend, headlined by the Women’s and Men’s Singles Finals.
DP World Tour: Amgen Irish Open
Sport: Golf
When: Friday 11 to Sunday 13 September
Channel: SuperSport Golf
Available on: DStv Premium
The DP World Tour continues with the Amgen Irish Open, held at the Trump International Golf Links & Hotel in Doonbeg, County Clare.
Premier League: Manchester United vs Manchester City
Sport: Football
When: Sunday 13 September
Channel: SuperSport Premier League
Available on: DStv Compact and up
Manchester United and Manchester City meet at Old Trafford for another highly anticipated Manchester derby, with both sides looking to claim an important Premier League victory.
UFC 331: Van vs Pantoja 2
Sport: MMA
When: Sunday 20 September
Channel: SuperSport Action
Available on: DStv Compact and up
Joshua Van and Alexandre Pantoja meet in the UFC 331 main event in Los Angeles, with the Flyweight Championship at stake.
MotoGP: Grand Prix of Austria
Sport: Motorsport
When: Sunday 20 September
Channel: SuperSport Motorsport
Available on: DStv Premium
The MotoGP season continues at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg as the world’s fastest riders battle for victory at the Austrian Grand Prix.
Movies Premiering This Month
Movie lovers can enjoy a mix of action, comedy and adventure.
Charlie the Wonderdog
Genre: Family/Comedy
When: Saturday 12 September at 15:00
Channel: M-Net
Available on: DStv Premium
A dog gains superpowers after his owner is abducted by aliens and becomes an unlikely superhero. Together, they take on an evil cat threatening humanity in this fun family adventure.
Scream 7
Genre: Horror/Thriller
When: Sunday 20 September at 20:05
Channel: M-Net
Available on: DStv Premium
A new Ghostface killer emerges in the quiet town where Sidney has built a new life, putting her daughter in danger. Sidney must confront the horrors of her past to protect her family and stop the deadly attacks.
Animated Afternoons
Genre: Animation/Family
When: Saturday 12 to Sunday 27 September
Channel: Studio Universal
Available on: DStv Compact and up
Enjoy a fun-filled animation stunt featuring a colourful selection of characters and adventures, from the fanged to the furriest and everything in between.
Shelter
Genre: Comedy
When: Sunday 13 September at 20:30
Channel: M-Net Movies 2
Available on: DStv Premium
On a remote coastal island, a former assassin living in self-imposed exile rescues a young girl from a deadly storm. As their lives start to intertwine, he must protect the orphan while battling enemies from his past.
New Telenovelas
Drama fans have several new series to enjoy this month, including:
The Casillas Dynasty
Genre: Drama
When: Every day from 10 August at 21:00
Channel: Telemundo
Available on: DStv Access and up
The Casillas family returns with a new season full of power, betrayal and family battles. Ismael Casillas must protect his family’s legacy while facing dangerous enemies and new challenges.
With secrets coming back and conflicts growing, Ismael fights to keep control and defend the Casillas name.
Queen of Me
Genre: Drama
When: Mondays to Fridays at 16:30
Channel: Zee World
Available on: DStv Access and up
Avani, a dedicated housewife, opens a beauty parlour to support her family and help them achieve their dream home. Along the way, she faces family conflicts and discovers her own independence.
Mannat
Genre: Drama
When: Every day at 21:30
Channel: StarLife
Available on: DStv Family and up
Mannat, a talented chef abandoned at birth, works hard to build her future while unknowingly working for her biological mother. Secrets and betrayals soon change her life.
Sins and Roses
Genre: Drama
When: Mondays to Fridays at 16:00
Channel: Novelas+
Available on: DStv Access and up
Serhat rebuilds his life after losing his family fortune, but his world changes when he discovers a shocking secret about his wife and a tragic accident leaves her in a coma.
Kids
Young viewers can also enjoy brand-new adventures this August. Highlights include:
Regular Show: The Lost Tapes
International Favourites
DStv is also bringing a range of international entertainment this month, including:
Wheeler Dealers World Tour (S1)
Genre: Reality, motoring
When: Sundays at 18:20
Channel: Discovery Channel
Available on: DStv Compact Plus and up
A global television series featuring Mike Brewer and Marc "Elvis" Priestley as they travel across multiple countries to buy, restore, and sell iconic local classic cars.
Halloween Baking Championship (S11)
Genre: Reality, Cooking
When: Fridays from 18 September at 16:05
Channel: Food Network
Available on: DStv Family and up
Ten talented bakers face spooky challenges inside a haunted mansion for the chance to win the Halloween Baking Champion title and $25,000.
Homestead Rescue: Intervention (S1A)
Genre: Reality, Documentary
When: Thursdays from 17 September at 20:05
Channel: Discovery Channel
Available on: DStv Compact Plus and up
The Raneys step in to help struggling homesteaders after their loved ones call for a make-or-break rescue.
Wild Cards (S3)
Genre: Crime, Drama
When: Mondays from 7 September at 20:00
Channel: Universal TV
Available on: DStv Compact and up
The unlikely crime-solving duo returns for Season 3, bringing more cases, unexpected twists and their signature mismatched chemistry.
Don't Miss DStv This September
From gripping African dramas and reality television to blockbuster sporting events and family entertainment, September offers one of the strongest line-ups of the year on DStv.
Whether you're cheering on your favourite football club, following the drama inside the Big Brother Naija house, or settling in for a movie night, there's plenty to add to your watchlist this month.