Summer is almost over . . . but don’t despair, that means the new TV season is on its way! From exciting premieres to the return of old friends, check out our recommendations for shows and movies playing on the platform of your choice. Brace yourself for a hot fall!
When does the new TV season start?
The fall television season begins on Monday, September 9, 2024. Traditionally, new series and seasons debut the Monday after Labour Day. Many streaming platforms launch new shows around that time as well.
TVA
Les armes
Starts September 9 at 8 p.m.
Watch the next episode on Club illico at 9 p.m.
Louis-Philippe Savard is put in charge of operations at the Kanawata military base. An officer with integrity, he arrives to find the base reeling following the death of an elite soldier during exercises of the secret JTF 16 commando unit. He sets to work unravelling the mystery despite resistance from his predecessor. Les armes is THE fall premiere to watch for! Watch the trailer.
With Vincent-Guillaume Otis, François Papineau, and Ève Landry
Indéfendable (season 3)
Starts September 9 at 7 p.m.
The firm of Lapointe & MacDonald is in turmoil following the sudden, violent deaths of Frédéric and Inès. With André preparing for a major operation and Marie-Anne leaving the firm to join the Crown, everyone’s destiny takes a new turn. Watch the trailer for season 3.
With Michel Laperrière, Sébastien Delorme, and Anne-Élisabeth Bossé
Alertes (season 4)
Starts September 9 at 9:00 p.m.
The squad is called to investigate the disappearance of a young ballerina and find a killer. Our heroes explore the secret world of ballet, where much is hidden beneath the friendships and rivalries, then track down a dangerous killer. Watch season 4, part 1 on TVA+ now.
With Mylène Saint-Sauveur, Frédéric Pierre, and Sophie Prégent
Sorcières (season 2)
Starts September 10 at 8 p.m.
Joe, Beth, and Agnes reconnect after their intense confrontation. The unexpected appearance of a person from their past in the commune shakes them profoundly as shocking revelations undermine their understanding of the past. New intrigues, new characters: Sainte-Piété never stops surprising. Meet the new actors joining the cast.
With Céline Bonnier, Marie-Joanne Boucher, and Noémie O’Farrell
Club illico
Danse!
Starts September 19
Danse!, a series inspired by the smash hit Révolution, is first-ever Québec fiction series set in the world of dance. Marco is ready to do anything to win the Flow competition and achieve his dream of a dance career. But the young dancer’s path to victory is far from straightforward. He will have to surpass his own limits while dealing with events affecting his loved ones. Watch the trailer.
With Jeremyah Mogni, Bianca Gervais, and Mel Charlot
Portrait-robot (season 3)
Now available
The third season of Club illico popular series Portrait-robot is here at last! In this new season, the team investigates a series of twisted crimes, including Bernard's kidnapping. Ève, the forensic portraitist, has a difficult reunion with her son, and must rebuild her relationship with him. Watch the trailer and see episode summaries.
With Rachel Graton, Sophie Lorain, and Rémy Girard
Movies on demand
For an evening full of suspense, rent these new releases from your TV terminal!
Trap
Starts August 30
Cooper takes his daughter Riley to see a concert by her favourite singer as a reward for her good grades in school. She’s thrilled, bubbling over with excitement. As they head to their seats, Cooper notices the very heavy police presence in the arena. During the concert, he realizes how bad things are—he’s who they’re after. Get swept up in the suspense of this thriller by M. Night Shyamalan. Watch the trailer.
With Josh Hartnett, Saleka Shyamalan, and Ariel Donoghue
The Crow
Starts September 13
Based on James O’Barr’s original graphic novel, this film is a modern reworking of the much-loved character, the Crow. It’s a revenge story, in which Eric/the Crow comes back from the dead to avenge his own murder and that of Shelly, the love of his life. Watch the trailer.
Netflix
Emily in Paris (season 4)
Part 1 available now, part 2 available September 12
The story of Emily, an adorable (or annoying, some would say!) American in Paris continues where season 3 left off, with Emily entangled in a love triangle. Between Gabriel, Alfie, her colourful friends, and her job, Emily struggles to put some order into her life. Fortunately for us, the quirky outfits are still there! Season 4, part 1 is available now with part 2 available September 12. See the trailer and reminders on Netflix.
With Lily Collins, Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu, and Ashley Park
The Perfect Couple
Starts September 5
Just before Amelia’s wedding, a murder occurs on the grounds of her in-law’s luxurious Nantucket property, where the wedding is to be held. All the guests are suspects, and an aura of mystery hangs over what seemed like a perfect family. The six-episode miniseries, adapted from the best-selling novel, is sure to be irresistible binge-fodder. Watch the trailer on Netflix.
With Nicole Kidman, Liev Schreiber, and Eve Hewson
Prime Video
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (season 2)
Starts August 29
Sauron is back. Cast out by Galadriel and stripped of his army and allies, the Dark Lord must rely on his own cunning to rebuild his strength and forge the Rings of Power, with which he will bend all the peoples of Middle Earth to his sinister will. Watch the trailers on Prime Video.
With Charlie Vickers, Morfydd Clark, and Charles Edwards
ICI Tou.tv Extra
Veille sur moi
Starts October 10
Maggie lives alone with her four-year-old grandson until her life is turned upside-down when her daughter Corinne comes back for the son she abandoned three years ago. Based on an original idea by Guylaine Tremblay and written by Pascale Renaud-Hébert, this six-episode family drama is available on Tou.tv Extra starting October 10 and on ICI Télé in 2025. See the series page.
Big news later this fall
On October 23, 2024, Club illico and Vrai are merging to become illico+. The two platforms will combine their catalogues on illico+. Club illico’s original French-language series and productions, as well as the documentaries, docu-reality TV, and other unscripted programming that have made Vrai famous, will now be all in one place. Get out the blankets and popcorn—this fall, in front of the TV is the place to be!
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