Hailed as “one of the best movies of the year” (Fandango) and “masterful and heart-pounding” (Awards Daily), SEPTEMBER 5 is set for a dual release from Paramount Home Entertainment.

• Digital purchase/rental begins February 4, 2025
• Blu-ray arrives February 18, 2025

Remember when September 5 was supposed to be the Oscar frontrunner? It’s been a crazy 8 weeks

The film has garnered numerous accolades and nominations, including:

• Academy Award® nod for Best Original Screenplay
• Golden Globe® nomination for Best Motion Picture, Drama
• Producers Guild of America nomination for Outstanding Producer of a Theatrical Motion Picture
• Critics’ Choice Awards nominations for Best Original Screenplay and Best Editing

Certified Fresh™ on Rotten Tomatoes® and receiving raving reviews at the Venice and Telluride Film Festivals, SEPTEMBER 5 is a must-see for those intrigued by the collision of media and real-world crises.

Set during the 1972 Munich Olympics, SEPTEMBER 5 is a visceral, true-story thriller that reshaped journalism.

• Legendary TV executive Roone Arledge (Peter Sarsgaard) is forced to put an untested sports producer, Geoff Mason (John Magaro), in the midst of a live hostage crisis.
• With lives hanging in the balance and the world watching, the film captures how that fateful night redefined broadcast news forever.

Bonus Content for September 5

Fans who purchase the digital version will enjoy nearly an hour of bonus material, including:

• Remaking Broadcast History: Hear from Peter Sarsgaard, John Magaro, Ben Chaplin, and others as they discuss the challenges of portraying the real reporters behind the world’s first televised hostage crisis.
• A Meticulous Undertaking: Discover how an empty space was transformed into a replica of the iconic 1972 broadcast studio where the tragedy unfolded.
• On The Global Stage: Explore the ethical and journalistic dilemmas the ABC Sports team faced, balancing the need to report the news with the risk of inciting further violence.
• Screen Actors Guild Q&A: Engage in a discussion with director Tim Fehlbaum, the lead actors, and casting director Nancy Foy.
• Producers Guild of America Q&A: Join a conversation featuring Tim Fehlbaum alongside producer Sean Penn and other PGA representatives.

Final Thoughts

Written, produced, and directed by Tim Fehlbaum, SEPTEMBER 5 features powerhouse performances from Peter Sarsgaard, John Magaro, Ben Chaplin, and Leonie Benesch. This gripping, R-rated thriller not only revisits a pivotal moment in broadcast history but also challenges audiences to reflect on the powerful intersection of media and real-world crises. With its compelling narrative and extensive bonus content, SEPTEMBER 5 promises an immersive viewing experience that will resonate with anyone fascinated by the evolution of journalism.