Paramount Plus has just added an Oscar nominated historical thriller that fans cannot look away from.
The 2024 release, September 5, is now available on the streaming platform. It can be accessed either through its dedicated app or as an additional subscription via Amazon Prime Video.
The film is also accessible to those with Sky Cinema or a movie pass on NOW. Based on a shocking true story, the film reveals a pivotal moment that forever altered media coverage and continues to influence live news today, according to the movie’s synopsis.
Set during the 1972 Munich Summer Olympics, the film chronicles the experiences of an American sports broadcasting team that swiftly transitioned from sports reporting to live coverage of the Israeli athletes taken hostage.
Through this narrative, September 5 offers a fresh perspective on the live broadcast viewed worldwide by an estimated one billion people at the time.
At the centre of the story is Geoff (John Magaro), an ambitious young producer striving to prove his worth to his boss, legendary TV executive Roone Arledge (Peter Sarsgaard). Alongside German interpreter Marianne (Leonie Benesch) and his mentor Marvin Bader (Ben Chaplin), Geoff unexpectedly takes charge of the live coverage, reports the Mirror.
As the narratives change, time ticks away, and conflicting rumours circulate, with the hostages’ lives in the balance, Geoff wrestles with difficult decisions while questioning his own moral compass.
The cinematic gem ‘September 5’ has garnered a stellar 92% approval on Rotten Tomatoes and even snagged an Oscar nod for Best Original Screenplay.
‘September 5’ has wowed critics and cinemagoers alike, boasting an impressive 92% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and earning an Oscar nomination for its compelling original screenplay.
One reviewer was effusive in their praise: “A solid thriller from start to finish whose Oscar-nominated script invites us to reflect on how and why the news media does what it does.”
Another critic was equally captivated: “September 5 is absolutely riveting, a peek at the earnest and ambitious people who unwittingly changed broadcast television by trying their best under exceptional circumstances. Despite knowing the outcome, you can’t look away.”
Movie buffs have been heaping accolades on the film, with one enthusiast boldly declaring it “one of the best movies of the year.”
An avid fan shared their enthusiasm online: “Truly amazing. Gripping. Whether you already know the real events or not, it will keep your attention every second. This is not a movie to watch while you play on your phone.”
Meanwhile, another viewer expressed their admiration: “Exceptional filmmaking that tells a heart-pounding and heartbreaking story from a new point of view. It explores universal questions while staying grounded in specific details. Outstanding.”
September 5 is streaming on Paramount Plus, Sky Cinema and NOW.