All the Movies Coming to HBO Max in October 2025

October is shaping up to be a thrilling ride for movie lovers on HBO Max, with a massive lineup of classics, horrors, and fresh releases dropping throughout the month. From spine-chilling throwbacks perfect for the Halloween season to timeless comedies and dramas, there’s something for every mood. Whether you’re in the mood for supernatural scares or heartfelt stories, this selection promises endless entertainment right at your fingertips.

Kicking things off early in the month, you’ll find a mix of vintage gems and modern hits arriving on various dates. Highlights include horror staples like ‘The Exorcist’ and ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’, alongside lighter fare such as ’50 First Dates’. Dive into these arrivals, each bringing its unique flavor to your watchlist, and get ready to binge through the spooky vibes of fall.

‘Prime Minister’ (2025)

‘Prime Minister’, arriving on Tuesday, September 30, offers an intimate documentary portrait of Jacinda Ardern’s transformative tenure as New Zealand’s prime minister, chronicling her handling of crises like the Christchurch mosque attacks and COVID-19. Co-directed by Lindsay Utz and Michelle Walshe, it features Ardern as the central subject, with producers including Gigi Pritzker and executive input from Jane Campion. The film premiered at Sundance, blending personal interviews with archival footage to highlight her empathetic leadership style.

Rare glimpses into Ardern’s family life and policy decisions underscore the project’s focus on progressive governance. Cinematography by Bobbi Rai captures New Zealand’s landscapes, while a subtle score by Mahuia Bridgman-Sotiri complements the narrative’s emotional depth, making it a timely reflection on modern political resilience.

‘The Steel Jungle’ (1956)

‘The Steel Jungle’, streaming from Wednesday, October 1, depicts a gritty tale of survival inside a brutal prison camp during the Korean War. Directed by Andrew Marton, it stars Perry Lopez as a tough sergeant leading his men through harsh conditions and moral dilemmas. The script by Martin Rackin highlights themes of camaraderie and resilience, based loosely on wartime accounts.

Notable performances include Walter Pidgeon as the conflicted commander, whose decisions test loyalties. Shot on location in rugged terrains, the film uses stark black-and-white visuals to underscore its raw intensity. Editor John Dunning keeps the pace relentless, making it a standout in mid-century war dramas.

‘The Unfaithful’ (1947)

‘The Unfaithful’, available starting October 1, explores a woman’s desperate fight to clear her name after a murder accusation in post-war America. Raoul Walsh directs this noir thriller, with Ann Sheridan leading as the accused housewife entangled in deception. The adaptation of W. Somerset Maugham’s ‘The Letter’ is scripted by Whitfield Cook and James Gunn, focusing on psychological tension.

Lew Ayres plays her loyal husband, while Zachary Scott embodies the enigmatic lover at the story’s core. Cinematographer Sid Hickox’s shadowy lighting enhances the film’s moody suspense, filmed entirely in Los Angeles studios for an intimate feel.

’50 First Dates’ (2004)

’50 First Dates’, hitting HBO Max on October 1, centers on a veterinarian falling for a woman with short-term memory loss, leading to inventive daily courtships in Hawaii. Peter Segal directs the romantic comedy, starring Adam Sandler as the persistent suitor and Drew Barrymore as the forgetful artist. The screenplay by George Wing mixes humor with heartfelt moments.

Supporting cast includes Rob Schneider as Sandler’s quirky friend and Sean Astin as Barrymore’s caring brother. Filmed on Oahu’s stunning beaches, the movie features a lively score by Teddy Castellucci, blending tropical vibes with emotional depth.

‘Mystery of the Wax Museum’ (1933)

‘Mystery of the Wax Museum’, arriving October 1, uncovers a sculptor’s dark secret behind lifelike wax figures in a New York exhibit turned deadly. Michael Curtiz directs this early horror classic, with Lionel Atwill as the obsessive artist and Fay Wray as the intrepid reporter. The script by Don Mullaly and Carl Erickson weaves mystery with pre-Code boldness.

Glenda Farrell shines as the sassy journalist sidekick, adding wit to the chills. Shot in two-color Technicolor, a rarity for the era, it showcases innovative effects that influenced later genre films.

‘Scooby-Doo’ (2002)

‘Scooby-Doo’, streaming from October 1, follows the iconic gang solving a haunted amusement park mystery on Spooky Island. Raja Gosnell directs the live-action adaptation, featuring Freddie Prinze Jr. as Fred, Sarah Michelle Gellar as Daphne, and Matthew Lillard as Shaggy, with Neil Fanning voicing the cowardly Great Dane. James Gunn’s screenplay amps up the comedy and scares.

Supporting voices include Isla Fisher as the villainous witch, blending CGI with practical effects for spooky fun. Filmed in Queensland, Australia, the movie captures the cartoon’s spirit with vibrant visuals and a funky score.

‘A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master’ (1988)

‘A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master’, available October 1, tracks Freddy Krueger invading survivors’ dreams through a mystical dream suppressor. Renny Harlin directs the slasher sequel, starring Robert Englund reprising his iconic role as the razor-gloved killer. The script by Brian Helgeland and others escalates the supernatural body count.

Rodney Eastman plays the asthmatic teen central to the plot, joined by Andras Jones and Tuesday Knight as his friends. Practical effects by Kevin Yagher create memorable kills, shot in Los Angeles for a nightmarish suburban feel.

‘Broken English’ (2007)

‘Broken English’, hitting October 1, portrays a shy New York hotel worker’s unexpected romance during a European trip. Zoe Cassavetes directs and co-writes this indie drama, with Parker Posey leading as the introspective Nora. Gena Rowlands plays her concerned mother, adding familial warmth.

Supporting roles feature Josh Hamilton as Nora’s fleeting love interest. Filmed in intimate New York and Paris settings, the film uses a gentle score by Nathan Johnson to underscore themes of self-discovery.

‘Mirror Mirror’ (2012)

‘Mirror Mirror’, streaming October 1, reimagines Snow White as a feisty princess battling her vain stepmother in a fairy-tale kingdom. Tarsem Singh directs the fantasy adventure, starring Lily Collins as Snow White and Julia Roberts as the scheming Queen. The screenplay by Melissa Wallack draws from the Brothers Grimm with whimsical twists.

Armie Hammer plays the roguish Prince, supported by Nathan Lane as the Queen’s advisor. Lavish costumes and CGI-enhanced sets, filmed in Montreal, create a visually dazzling world.

‘Insidious: Chapter 2’ (2013)

‘Insidious: Chapter 2’, arriving October 1, delves deeper into the Lambert family’s haunting by malevolent spirits across timelines. James Wan returns to direct the horror sequel, with Patrick Wilson and Rose Byrne as the terrorized parents. The script by Leigh Whannell expands the astral projection lore.

Lin Shaye reprises her role as the psychic Elise, crucial to unraveling the mystery. Shot in claustrophobic Los Angeles homes, it employs practical scares and a chilling score for unrelenting tension.

‘The Cyclops’ (1957)

‘The Cyclops’, available from October 1, follows an expedition into Mexico’s mountains encountering radioactive mutations and a giant beast. Bert I. Gordon directs this sci-fi horror, starring Gloria Talbott as the lead adventurer seeking her missing pilot husband, played by James Craig.

Lon Chaney Jr. embodies the hulking mutant, with effects by Gordon himself using scaled props. Filmed in California’s deserts, it captures 1950s atomic-age fears with campy charm.

‘Gremlins’ (1984)

‘Gremlins’, hitting HBO Max October 1, unleashes chaos when a mischievous creature spawns hordes of destructive pests in a sleepy town. Joe Dante directs the holiday horror-comedy, with Zach Galligan as the young man gifted the Mogwai and Phoebe Cates as his love interest. Chris Columbus’s screenplay balances scares with satire.

Keynes Holiday voices Gizmo, the adorable yet dangerous pet. Practical puppets by Chris Walas, filmed in Los Angeles, deliver iconic creature antics.

‘The Black Scorpion’ (1957)

‘The Black Scorpion’, streaming October 1, pits scientists against colossal arachnids awakened by a Mexican volcano eruption. Kurt Neumann directs the monster movie, starring Richard Denning as the geologist leading the charge and Mara Corday as his colleague.

Effects pioneer Willis O’Brien animates the scorpions with stop-motion mastery. Shot near Mexico City, it evokes Cold War-era peril with tense underground sequences.

‘The First Monday in May’ (2016)

‘The First Monday in May’, arriving October 1, documents the high-stakes collaboration between the Met Gala and China: Through the Looking Glass exhibit. Andrew Rossi directs this doc, featuring Anna Wintour as Vogue editor and Andrew Bolton as curator. It reveals the event’s glamour and cultural clashes.

Interviews with Rihanna and celebrities highlight the spectacle. Filmed during the 2015 gala, it offers insider access to fashion’s pinnacle.

‘Interview with the Vampire’ (1994)

‘Interview with the Vampire’, available October 1, chronicles immortal Louis recounting his centuries-long bond with seductive Lestat in New Orleans. Neil Jordan directs the gothic adaptation of Anne Rice’s novel, starring Tom Cruise as Lestat, Brad Pitt as Louis, and Kirsten Dunst as child vampire Claudia.

The screenplay by Jordan captures eternal torment and desire. Opulent Louisiana sets and Stan Winston’s makeup create a lush, eerie world.

‘The Brothers McMullen’ (1995)

‘The Brothers McMullen’, hitting October 1, examines three Irish-American siblings grappling with love, faith, and family ties in Long Island. Edward Burns writes, directs, and stars as one brother, alongside Jack Mulcahy and Mike McGlone. It premiered at Sundance, launching Burns’ career.

Filmed on a shoestring in New York, the dramedy uses natural dialogue for authentic relational insights.

‘The Mummy’ (1959)

‘The Mummy’, streaming October 1, revives the bandaged curse when an archaeologist awakens an ancient Egyptian priest in England. Terence Fisher directs Hammer Horror’s take, with Christopher Lee as the vengeful Kharis and Peter Cushing as the skeptical hero.

Script by Jimmy Sangster blends myth with Victorian dread. Bray Studios’ sets deliver atmospheric terror.

‘Shame’ (2011)

‘Shame’, arriving October 1, portrays a New York sex addict’s unraveling life when his sister crashes his isolated routine. Steve McQueen directs the stark drama, starring Michael Fassbender as the tormented Brandon and Carey Mulligan as his unstable sibling.

Abi Morgan’s screenplay probes addiction’s grip. Shot in moody Manhattan, it features a haunting score by Harry Escott.

‘Poltergeist’ (1982)

‘Poltergeist’, available October 1, traps a suburban family in paranormal mayhem as ghosts abduct their daughter through the TV. Tobe Hooper directs the Spielberg-produced horror, with JoBeth Williams and Craig T. Nelson as the besieged parents.

Script by Spielberg and Michael Grais amps suburban terror. ILM effects haunt the Culver City sets.

‘X’ (2022)

‘X’, hitting October 1, follows aspiring filmmakers shooting an adult movie on a remote Texas farm, stalked by the elderly owners. Ti West directs the slasher homage, starring Mia Goth in dual roles as the young star and vengeful matron.

The ensemble includes Jenna Ortega and Brittany Snow. Shot in New Zealand standing in for Texas, it nods to 1970s grindhouse with bloody flair.

‘Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde’ (1931)

‘Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde’, streaming October 1, traces a doctor’s serum unleashing his primal alter ego in foggy London. Rouben Mamoulian directs the pre-Code adaptation, with Fredric March earning an Oscar as the dual-natured scientist.

Script by Samuel Hoffenstein captures moral descent. Innovative makeup and dissolves enhance the transformation horror.

‘Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers’ (1995)

‘Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers’, arriving October 1, reveals a cult’s rune-influenced hold on the Shape as he targets his estranged family. Joe Chappelle directs the sixth entry, with Donald Pleasence’s final Dr. Loomis performance.

Paul Rudd plays the grown-up Tommy, script by Daniel Farrands adding mythology. Illinois shoots deliver franchise chills.

‘A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors’ (1987)

‘A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors’, available October 1, unites teen patients with dream powers against Freddy in a psychiatric ward. Chuck Russell co-directs with Frank Darabont scripting, starring Heather Langenkamp returning as Nancy and Patricia Arquette as a key survivor.

Robert Englund’s Freddy quips sharpen the kills. Practical dream effects wow in the ensemble slasher.

‘The Exorcist’ (1973)

‘The Exorcist’, hitting October 1, depicts a mother’s desperate battle to save her possessed daughter from demonic forces in Georgetown. William Friedkin directs William Peter Blatty’s adaptation, with Ellen Burstyn as the frantic parent and Linda Blair as the afflicted Regan.

Max von Sydow plays the doubting priest. Practical effects by Dick Smith scar with visceral horror.

‘Uncut Gems’ (2019)

‘Uncut Gems’, streaming October 1, tracks a frantic New York jeweler betting everything on a rare opal amid debts and dangers. Benny and Josh Safdie direct the crime thriller, starring Adam Sandler as the wired Howard Ratner.

Julia Fox debuts as his mistress, Lakeith Stanfield as a client. One-take sequences pulse with anxiety in NYC.

‘The Tattooed Stranger’ (1950)

‘The Tattooed Stranger’, arriving October 1, follows NYPD detectives hunting a killer marked by cryptic ink in Central Park. Edward Montagne directs this noir procedural, with John Miles as the driven investigator and Patricia Medina as his partner.

Low-budget grit shines in location shoots, emphasizing procedural realism over flash.

‘Zombies on Broadway’ (1945)

‘Zombies on Broadway’, available October 1, sends two promoters to a Caribbean isle for a zombie-proof man hoax, unleashing real undead. Gordon Douglas directs the RKO comedy-horror, starring Wally Brown and Alan Carney as the bumbling duo.

Anne Jeffreys plays the skeptical scientist’s daughter. B-movie fun mixes laughs with light scares.

‘Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh’ (1995)

‘Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh’, hitting October 1, shifts the hook-handed specter to New Orleans, where a teacher summons him amid family secrets. Bill Condon directs the sequel, with Virginia Madsen returning as the journalist and Tony Todd as the eloquent Candyman.

Script expands urban legend lore. Louisiana bayous add atmospheric dread.

‘House of Wax’ (1953)

‘House of Wax’, streaming October 1, traps patrons in a blaze-ravaged museum where wax figures hide grisly truths. Andre De Toth directs the 3D classic, starring Vincent Price as the disfigured sculptor and Phyllis Kirk as the targeted artist.

Paul Cavanagh plays the doomed mentor. WarnerColor and stereoscopic effects thrill.

‘It’s Complicated’ (2009)

‘It’s Complicated’, arriving October 1, explores a divorced baker’s steamy affair with her ex, complicated by his new fiancée. Nancy Meyers directs the rom-com, with Meryl Streep as the vivacious Jane, Alec Baldwin as her philandering ex, and Steve Martin as her architect suitor.

Supporting laughs from John Krasinski. Santa Barbara villas ooze upscale charm.

‘Timecrimes’ (2007)

‘Timecrimes’, available October 1, spirals a man into a deadly loop after stumbling into a time machine in rural Spain. Nacho Vigalondo writes and directs the sci-fi thriller, starring Karra Elejalde as the accidental traveler.

Low-fi ingenuity crafts taut paradoxes. Minimalist Basque settings heighten isolation.

‘Lady in the Lake’ (1946)

‘Lady in the Lake’, hitting October 1, has detective Philip Marlowe searching for a missing socialite, filmed entirely from his POV. Robert Montgomery directs and stars as Marlowe, with Audrey Totter as the elusive Adrienne.

Steve Fisher’s adaptation innovates narrative style. Subjective camera pulls viewers into the mystery.

‘Halloween: Resurrection’ (2002)

‘Halloween: Resurrection’, streaming October 1, turns Haddonfield into a reality TV trap where Michael Myers crashes the Myers House shoot. Rick Rosenthal directs, with Jamie Lee Curtis’s brief Laurie Strode return and Busta Rhymes as the rapper hero.

Brendan O’ Brien scripts the meta-slasher. Digital effects mix with franchise kills.

‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’ (1945)

‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’, arriving October 1, watches a portrait age while its subject indulges eternal youth in decadent London. Albert Lewin directs Oscar Wilde’s tale, starring Hurd Hatfield as the unchanging Dorian and George Sanders as the corrupting Lord Henry.

Angela Lansbury plays the tragic Sibyl. Technicolor portrait effects mesmerize.

‘The Lobster’ (2015)

‘The Lobster’, available October 1, forces singles into a dystopian resort to find partners or turn animal in 45 days. Yorgos Lanthimos directs the dark satire, starring Colin Farrell as the myopic newcomer and Rachel Weisz as his rebel love.

Script with Efthimis Filippou skewers romance norms. Irish countryside sets surreal tone.

‘Friday the 13th’ (2009)

‘Friday the 13th’, hitting October 1, reboots Camp Crystal Lake’s machete-wielding killer stalking vacationers in the woods. Marcus Nispel directs, with Jared Padalecki as the vengeful survivor and Danielle Panabaker as his ally.

Script by Mark Swift and Damian Shannon ramps gore. Vancouver forests echo originals.

‘A Nightmare on Elm Street: The Dream Child’ (1989)

‘A Nightmare on Elm Street: The Dream Child’, streaming October 1, births Freddy from Alice’s nightmares, invading her friends’ subconscious. Stephen Hopkins directs the fifth installment, with Robert Englund’s Freddy and Lisa Wilcox as the dream-walking Alice.

Dream effects evolve with womb horrors. Urban LA backdrops fuel teen terror.

‘Inside the Walls of Folsom Prison’ (1951)

‘Inside the Walls of Folsom Prison’, arriving October 1, exposes raw inmate power struggles and guard corruption in a California lockup. Crane Wilbur directs and co-writes, starring Steve Cochran as the framed convict and Philip Carey as the tough warden.

Documentary-style grit from real Folsom visits informs the drama.

‘All Eyez on Me’ (2017)

‘All Eyez on Me’, available October 1, biographs Tupac Shakur’s rise from poet to rap icon amid industry and street battles. Benny Boom directs, with Demetrius Shipp Jr. as Pac and Danai Gurira as Afeni Shakur.

Script covers Thug Life era. Atlanta shoots capture 1990s vibe.

‘Freaks’ (1932)

‘Freaks’, hitting October 1, integrates circus sideshow performers into a revenge tale against a trapeze betrayer. Tod Browning directs the MGM pre-Code shocker, featuring real carnival troupe members like Olga Baclanova as the villainous Cleopatra.

Authentic casting blurs lines, banned for decades.

‘Indestructible Man’ (1956)

‘Indestructible Man’, streaming October 1, resurrects a gangster with a mad scientist’s ray for a vengeful rampage. Jack Pollexfen co-directs with low-budget flair, starring Lon Chaney Jr. as the hulking Butcher and Casey Robinson as the pursuing cop.

Pulp script delivers atomic-age pulp fun.

‘House on Haunted Hill’ (1959)

‘House on Haunted Hill’, arriving October 1, lures guests to a millionaire’s deadly party with a chance to win $10,000 if they survive. William Castle directs the gimmick-laden chiller, with Vincent Price as the eccentric host and Carol Ohmart as his scheming wife.

Emeric Pressburger’s script twists inheritance motives. Castle’s skeleton gimmick terrified audiences.

‘Marcel the Shell with Shoes On’ (2022)

‘Marcel the Shell with Shoes On’, available October 1, follows a tiny shell’s viral quest to find his family via a documentarian’s lens. Dean Fleischer Camp directs and voices Marcel, with Jenny Slate as the optimistic shell and Isabella Rossellini narrating.

Stop-motion charm from real shells captivates.

‘The Sixth Sense’ (1999)

‘The Sixth Sense’, hitting October 1, reveals a boy seeing dead people confiding in a child psychologist with his own secrets. M. Night Shyamalan writes and directs, starring Haley Joel Osment as Cole and Bruce Willis as Dr. Malcolm.

Toni Collette plays the protective mom. Philadelphia suburbs ground the supernatural twist.

‘Paddy Chayefsky: Collector of Words’ (2025)

‘Paddy Chayefsky: Collector of Words’, streaming October 1, profiles the Oscar-winning screenwriter behind ‘Network’ and ‘Marty’ through archives and interviews. Nicole Rivelli directs this documentary tribute, featuring clips from Chayefsky’s works and talks with collaborators like Sidney Lumet.

It traces his journey from TV scribe to Hollywood satirist.

‘Isle of the Dead’ (1945)

‘Isle of the Dead’, arriving October 1, strands a Greek general and a clairvoyant on a plague-ridden island with rising undead. Mark Robson directs the Val Lewton thriller, starring Boris Karloff as the stoic General Nikolas and Ellen Drew as the prophetic Thea.

Gothic shadows haunt RKO’s economical sets.

‘Enemy’ (2013)

‘Enemy’, available October 1, blurs a man’s life with his identical double, spiraling into surreal paranoia in Toronto. Denis Villeneuve directs José Saramago’s adapted ‘The Double’, with Jake Gyllenhaal in both leads and Mélanie Laurent as the enigmatic wife.

Low-key dread builds via cryptic symbols.

‘Bronson’ (2009)

‘Bronson’, hitting October 1, dramatizes Britain’s most violent prisoner’s theatrical life of riots and cons. Nicolas Winding Refn directs the biopic, with Tom Hardy as the charismatic Charles Bronson and Hugh Ross narrating.

Pulp visuals stylize his 30+ year incarceration.

‘Fay Grim’ (2007)

‘Fay Grim’, streaming October 1, sends a suburban mom on a global spy chase for her husband’s coded journals. Hal Hartley directs the quirky sequel to ‘Henry Fool’, starring Parker Posey as the hapless Fay and Jeff Goldblum as her ex.

Satirical espionage unfolds in Istanbul and Paris.

‘War for the Planet of the Apes’ (2017)

‘War for the Planet of the Apes’, arriving October 1, follows Caesar leading apes against human tyranny in a snowy exodus quest. Matt Reeves directs the trilogy capper, with Andy Serkis motion-capturing Caesar and Woody Harrelson as the scarred colonel.

Weta effects elevate emotional stakes in Vancouver wilds.

‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’ (1984)

‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’, available October 1, introduces Freddy Krueger clawing into teens’ dreams from a boiler room inferno. Wes Craven writes and directs the genre-definer, starring John Saxon as a dad and Robert Englund debuting Freddy.

Heather Langenkamp’s Nancy anchors the sleep-deprived fight.

‘Highway 301’ (1950)

‘Highway 301’, hitting October 1, chronicles a Tri-State Gang’s bank heists and betrayals along East Coast roads. Andrew L. Stone directs the hardboiled crime flick, with Steve Cochran as the ruthless leader and Gaby Rodgers as his doomed moll.

Warner Bros. true-crime docu-drama warns with on-screen disclaimers.

‘Trick ‘r Treat’ (2007)

‘Trick ‘r Treat’, streaming October 1, intertwines Halloween tales around a mysterious child enforcing candy traditions. Michael Dougherty writes and directs the anthology, featuring Anna Paquin as a costumed co-ed and Brian Cox as a curmudgeonly retiree.

Nonlinear scares weave Sam the mascot through chills.

‘Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed’ (2004)

‘Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed’, arriving October 1, pits the Mystery Inc. team against a villain unmasking their past foes at a Coolsville museum. Raja Gosnell directs the sequel, reprising Freddie Prinze Jr., Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Matthew Lillard with Neil Fanning voicing Scooby.

Peter MacNicol plays the mad professor. Vancouver sets host costumed chaos.

‘Tension’ (1949)

‘Tension’, available October 1, brews a pharmacist’s murder plot against his cheating wife, unraveling with a twisty frame-up. John Peale directs the MGM noir, starring Richard Basehart as the vengeful hubby and Audrey Totter as the faithless spouse.

Cyd Charisse adds femme fatale flair. Lab settings heighten obsessive plotting.

‘The Return of Doctor X’ (1939)

‘The Return of Doctor X’, hitting October 1, resurrects a disgraced surgeon craving blood via synthetic serum in a newsroom horror. Vincent Sherman directs the Warner Bros. oddity, with Humphrey Bogart as the pale Dr. X and Dennis Morgan as the reporter.

Script by Lee Katz echoes vampire tropes with medical madness.

‘I Give It a Year’ (2013)

‘I Give It a Year’, streaming October 1, mocks a mismatched couple’s first year of marriage through escalating infidelities. Dan Mazer directs the British rom-com, starring Rafe Spall and Rose Byrne as the ill-fated newlyweds.

Anna Faris and Simon Baker play tempting outsiders. London wit skewers wedding bliss.

‘Talk to Me’ (2023)

‘Talk to Me’, arriving October 1, unleashes possession via a cursed embalmed hand at teen parties gone demonic. Danny and Michael Philippou direct the A24 horror, with Sophie Wilde as the grieving Mia embracing the spirit game.

Alexandra Jensen and Joe Bird co-lead. Adelaide shoots amp viral frights.

‘Practical Magic’ (1998)

‘Practical Magic’, available October 1, binds witch sisters lifting a family curse when one accidentally resurrects her lover. Griffin Dunne directs Alice Hoffman’s adaptation, starring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman as the Owens siblings.

Stockard Channing and Dianne Wiest play their quirky aunts. Coastal Massachusetts enchants with spells.

‘I Died a Thousand Times’ (1955)

‘I Died a Thousand Times’, hitting October 1, remakes ‘High Sierra’ with an aging crook plotting a desert resort heist for one last score. Stuart Heisler directs, starring Jack Palance as the weary Roy Earle and Shelley Winters as his ill-fated love.

Lee Marvin debuts as a henchman. Sierra Nevadas frame doomed redemption.

‘The Shining’ (1980)

‘The Shining’, streaming October 1, isolates a writer descending into madness while caretaking a haunted Overlook Hotel. Stanley Kubrick directs Stephen King’s adaptation, with Jack Nicholson as the unraveling Jack Torrance and Shelley Duvall as his terrified wife.

Danny Lloyd plays the psychic Danny. Timberline Lodge exteriors chill.

‘Gone Girl’ (2014)

‘Gone Girl’, arriving October 1, dissects a wife’s disappearance exposing her husband’s dark secrets in Missouri. David Fincher directs Gillian Flynn’s twisty novel, starring Ben Affleck as suspect Nick and Rosamund Pike as the manipulative Amy.

Neil Patrick Harris plays her ex. Cape Girardeau sets satirize media frenzy.

‘Two Days in New York’ (2012)

‘Two Days in New York’, available October 1, thrusts a radio host into chaos reuniting with her French ex and family in Manhattan. Julie Delpy writes, directs, and stars as Marion, with Chris Rock as her bemused partner.

Vincent Gallo and Léa Drucker add eccentric relatives. Bilingual banter fuels culture clash.

‘The Walking Dead’ (1936)

‘The Walking Dead’, hitting October 1, frames a mob-hit victim revived by science for vengeful pursuits in shadowy alleys. Michael Curtiz directs the Warner pre-Code, with Boris Karloff as the lumbering John Ellman and Edmund Gwenn as his creator.

Marguerite Churchill plays the witness redeemer. Electric chair effects jolt early horror.

‘Beetlejuice’ (1988)

‘Beetlejuice’, streaming October 1, summons a chaotic bio-exorcist to haunt new afterlife owners from a model town. Tim Burton directs the fantasy-comedy, with Michael Keaton as the striped ghoul and Winona Ryder as the goth teen.

Alec Baldwin and Geena Davis play the deceased couple. Stop-motion town scales whimsy.

‘Confidence’ (2003)

‘Confidence’, arriving October 1, cons a crew targeting a mob banker’s dirty money in a web of double-crosses. James Foley directs the caper, starring Edward Burns as the slick con artist and Rachel Weisz as his femme fatale partner.

Dustin Hoffman plays the volatile mark. Sunny LA hides intricate scams.

‘Drag Me to Hell’ (2009)

‘Drag Me to Hell’, available October 1, curses a loan officer with a gypsy’s demonic summons after denying aid. Sam Raimi directs the horror-comedy, starring Alison Lohman as the tormented Christine and Lorna Raver as the vengeful fortune teller.

Justina Machado adds mystical menace. Practical gore flies in Pasadena.

‘The Mummy’ (2017)

‘The Mummy’, hitting October 1, awakens an ancient princess beneath London, unleashing plagues on modern soldiers. Alex Kurtzman directs the reboot, with Tom Cruise as the reluctant hero and Sofia Boutella as the wrapped Ahmanet.

Russell Crowe plays shadowy Prodigium head. Nomad editing jets global action.

‘Insidious: Chapter 3’ (2015)

‘Insidious: Chapter 3’, streaming October 1, prequels the Lambert hauntings with a teen seeking a psychic’s help against the red-faced demon. Leigh Whannell directs his script, starring Stefanie Scott as the targeted Quinn and Lin Shaye as medium Elise.

Dermot Mulroney plays her dad. Further realms expand astral dread.

‘Freddy vs. Jason’ (2003)

‘Freddy vs. Jason’, arriving October 1, pits dream slasher Freddy against hockey-masked Jason to reignite Elm Street fears. Ronny Yu directs the crossover, with Robert Englund and Ken Kirzinger in the titular roles.

Monica Keena leads survivors. Crystal Lake sets clash icons.

‘The Switch’ (2010)

‘The Switch’, available October 1, uncovers a sperm donor mix-up forcing a man to raise his best friend’s child as his own. Will Speck and Josh Gordon direct, starring Jennifer Aniston as the mom and Jason Bateman as the awkward dad.

Jeff Goldblum plays the quirky matchmaker. NYC evolves paternal bonds.

‘The Disembodied’ (1957)

‘The Disembodied’, hitting October 1, strands a captain and his bride in African swamps terrorized by a voodoo priestess’s zombie horde. Walter Grauman directs the Allied Artists thriller, with Allison Hayes as the seductive Tonda and Paul Burke as the trapped groom.

Hypnotic rituals pulse in jungle haze.

‘A Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2: Freddy’s Revenge’ (1985)

‘A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge’, streaming October 1, possesses a teen channeling Freddy’s kills during sleepovers in the Krueger house. Jack Sholder directs the sequel, with Mark Patton as the conflicted Jesse and Robert Englund’s Freddy emerging.

Kim Myers plays his girlfriend. Subtle queer undertones simmer.

‘Firestarter’ (1984)

‘Firestarter’, arriving October 1, hunts a pyrokinetic girl and her telepathic dad escaping government labs. Mark L. Lester directs Stephen King’s tale, starring Drew Barrymore as the fiery Charlie and David Keith as her protector.

George C. Scott plays the sinister agent. Practical pyrotechnics blaze.

‘Edward Scissorhands’ (1990)

‘Edward Scissorhands’, available October 1, gifts a gentle inventor creation blades for hands, finding love in pastel suburbia. Tim Burton directs his script with Caroline Thompson, starring Johnny Depp as Edward and Winona Ryder as his sweetheart.

Vincent Price’s final role as the creator tugs hearts.

‘Tickled’ (2016)

‘Tickled’, hitting October 1, investigates secretive New Zealand tickling videos luring straight athletes into humiliation. David Farrier co-directs with Dylan Reeve, uncovering coercion behind the “sport.”

Interviews expose dark web underbelly.

‘From Hell It Came’ (1957)

‘From Hell It Came’, streaming October 1, births a vengeful tree-man from a Pacific isle execution, rampaging against colonizers. Dan Milner directs the Allied Artists oddity, with Tod Andrews as the scientist and Tina Carver as his aide.

Rubber suit stomps atomic taboos.

‘Hereditary’ (2018)

‘Hereditary’, arriving October 1, unravels a family’s grief into occult inheritance after a matriarch’s death. Ari Aster directs his debut, starring Toni Collette as the unhinged Annie and Alex Wolff as her haunted son.

Milkie’s miniatures frame doom.

‘Christine’ (1983)

‘Christine’, available October 1, possesses a shy teen via a jealous 1958 Plymouth Fury seeking bloody vengeance. John Carpenter directs Stephen King’s tale, with Keith Gordon as the car-obsessed Arnie and John Stockwell as his wary pal.

Possessed auto crushes rivals.

‘Crime in the Streets’ (1956)

‘Crime in the Streets’, hitting October 1, brews teen gang retribution in New York slums after a snitch’s beating. Don Siegel directs, starring John Cassavetes as the brooding leader and Sal Mineo as the volatile punk.

Street authenticity simmers social rage.

‘The Monster’ (2016)

‘The Monster’, streaming October 1, traps a mother and daughter on a rural road with a lurking creature amid custody woes. Bryan Bertino directs the horror-thriller, starring Zoe Kazan as the flawed mom and Ella Ballentine as her brave kid.

Practical beast stalks tension.

‘Corpse Bride’ (2005)

‘Corpse Bride’, arriving October 1, weds a Victorian groom accidentally to an undead bride beneath the churchyard. Tim Burton co-directs with Mike Johnson, voicing Victor with Johnny Depp and Emily with Helena Bonham Carter.

Stop-motion gothic romps.

‘Nora Prentiss’ (1947)

‘Nora Prentiss’, available October 1, dooms a doctor faking death for a nightclub singer’s love in San Francisco. Vincent Sherman directs, starring Ann Sheridan as the alluring Nora and Kent Smith as the desperate doc.

Noir descent spirals.

‘Page One: Inside the New York Times’ (2011)

‘Page One’, hitting October 1, chronicles the New York Times’ digital pivot amid journalism’s upheavals. Andrew Rossi directs the doc, featuring editor Bill Keller and media critic David Carr.

Insider scoops dissect news evolution.

‘Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde’ (1941)

‘Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde’, streaming October 1, transmutes a respectable surgeon into a brutish Hyde preying on London streets. Victor Fleming directs Robert Louis Stevenson’s tale, with Spencer Tracy dual-role and Ingrid Bergman as the barmaid.

Oscar makeup horrifies.

‘The Watch’ (2012)

‘The Watch’, arriving October 1, arms suburban dads as vigilantes after a neighbor’s murder reveals alien invasion. Akiva Schaffer directs the comedy, starring Ben Stiller, Vince Vaughn, and Jonah Hill as the ragtag crew.

Jonah Hill’s alien hunter quips.

‘National Velvet’ (1945)

‘National Velvet’, available October 1, grooms a girl’s dream horse for the Grand National steeplechase in rural England. Clarence Brown directs, starring Elizabeth Taylor as the spirited Velvet and Mickey Rooney as the jockey.

MGM’s equine epic soars.

‘The Harvey Girls’ (1946)

‘The Harvey Girls’, hitting October 1, civilizes the Wild West via railway waitresses taming saloons with song. George Sidney directs the musical, starring Judy Garland as the optimistic server and Ray Bolger as the cook.

Angela Lansbury croons villainy.

‘Intruder in the Dust’ (1950)

‘Intruder in the Dust’, streaming October 1, exonerates a Black farmer accused of murder in 1940s Mississippi. Clarence Brown directs William Faulkner’s adaptation, with Juano Hernandez as the dignified Lucas and Claude Jarman Jr. as the boy ally.

Southern justice probes racism.

‘The Phenix City Story’ (1955)

‘The Phenix City Story’, arriving October 1, exposes Alabama town’s vice empire crumbling under reformist fire. Phil Karlson directs the docu-noir, starring Richard Kiley as the crusading lawyer and Edward Andrews as the crooked judge.

Real events fuel grit.

‘Halloween H20: 20 Years Later’ (1998)

‘Halloween H20: 20 Years Later’, available October 1, reunites Laurie Strode as a headmistress facing Michael’s return at her prep school. Steve Miner directs, with Jamie Lee Curtis reprising Laurie and LL Cool J as the custodian.

Colleen Camp returns as a mom. Scream-era meta slashes.

‘Alan Partridge: Alpha Papa’ (2013)

‘Alan Partridge’, hitting October 1, strands the bumbling broadcaster in a siege at his radio station takeover. Steve Coogan writes and stars as the crass host, with Colm Meaney as the axe-wielding DJ.

Norfolk absurdity escalates.

‘The Witch’ (2015)

‘The Witch’, streaming October 1, exiles a Puritan family to 1630s New England woods where witchcraft fells their farm. Robert Eggers writes and directs his debut, starring Anya Taylor-Joy as teen Thomasin and Ralph Ineson as the patriarch.

Period authenticity haunts.

‘Bring Her Back’ (2025)

‘Bring Her Back’, arriving Friday, October 3, follows orphaned siblings uncovering their foster mother’s dark occult rituals after their father’s mysterious death. Danny and Michael Philippou direct the Australian horror, starring Billy Barratt as the grieving brother, Sora Wong as his sister, Jonah Wren Phillips as a friend, and Sally Hawkins as the sinister caregiver.

The script delves into grief and hidden family secrets, with A24 production emphasizing psychological dread. Shot in Adelaide’s eerie suburbs, it builds tension through subtle supernatural reveals and raw teen performances.

‘One Day in October’ (N/A)

‘One Day in October’, available Monday, October 6, weaves seven interconnected anthology episodes depicting acts of love, bravery, and loss during the October 7, 2023 attacks in Israel. Created and directed by Oded Davidoff and Daniel Finkelman, the series stars Avi Azulay, Yuval Semo, and a rotating ensemble including Liraz Charhi and Michael Aloni in tales of survival and humanity.

Scripts draw from real survivor accounts, blending raw emotion with dramatic reenactments. Filmed with sensitivity in Israeli locations, it honors resilience through intimate character studies and unflinching portrayals of crisis.

‘The Substance’ (2024)

‘The Substance’, hitting Friday, October 10, injects a fading starlet with a youth serum splitting her into dual selves, devolving into body horror satire. Coralie Fargeat directs her Cannes buzzed tale, starring Demi Moore as the desperate Elisabeth and Margaret Qualley as her vibrant clone.

Script skewers Hollywood ageism, with visceral effects transforming LA soundstages.

‘The Alabama Solution’ (2025)

‘The Alabama Solution’, streaming October 10, exposes the brutal conditions and cover-ups inside Alabama’s overcrowded prisons through contraband footage and inmate testimonies. Directed by Andrew Jarecki and Charlotte Kaufman, the documentary features interviews with survivors like Robert Martel and activists pushing for reform.

The project uncovers systemic failures in the justice system, blending hidden-camera reveals with expert analysis. Shot covertly across facilities, it amplifies calls for change with stark, unfiltered visuals and compelling personal narratives.

‘Pan’ (2015)

‘Pan’, arriving Wednesday, October 15, origins Peter Pan as an orphaned WWII boy recruited to Neverland’s pirate mines against Blackbeard. Joe Wright directs the fantasy prequel, starring Hugh Jackman as the flamboyant pirate and Levi Miller as young Peter.

Rooney Mara plays ethereal Tiger Lily. Aerial CGI soars over Welsh cliffs.

‘Die My Love’ (2025)

‘Die My Love’, available Friday, October 17, plunges a new mother into postpartum psychosis and violent unraveling in rural Montana. Lynne Ramsay directs the intense adaptation of Ariana Harwicz’s novel, starring Jennifer Lawrence as the spiraling Diane, Robert Pattinson as her husband, Sissy Spacek as her mother-in-law, and Nick Nolte as her father.

The script explores maternal despair and isolation with raw psychological depth. Filmed in Montana’s stark landscapes, it captures escalating tension through intimate close-ups and haunting sound design.

‘An Intimate Evening with Adam Pally’ (2025)

‘An Intimate Evening with Adam Pally’, hitting October 17, delivers the comedian’s raw stand-up special unpacking fatherhood, Hollywood absurdities, and personal mishaps in a solo performance. Directed by Brent Hodge, Pally writes and stars, drawing from his ‘The Mindy Project’ experiences and improv background for sharp, self-deprecating humor.

The set blends anecdotes with crowd work, filmed in a cozy New York theater. It showcases his quick wit and relatable takes on modern life, clocking in at a breezy runtime full of unfiltered laughs.

‘Armed Only with a Camera: The Life and Death of Brent Renaud’ (2025)

‘Armed Only with a Camera: The Life and Death of Brent Renaud’, streaming Tuesday, October 21, honors the Oscar-nominated documentary filmmaker’s fearless career, cut short by his 2022 killing while covering Ukraine. Directed by his brother Craig Renaud, the 37-minute short weaves Brent’s footage from projects like ‘Winter on Fire’ with family reflections and colleague tributes.

It highlights his commitment to frontline journalism, from New Orleans to global conflicts. Archival clips and intimate interviews create a poignant tribute, earning the SXSW Audience Award for its heartfelt brevity.

‘Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody’ (2022)

‘Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody’, arriving Wednesday, October 22, biographs the diva’s ascent from Newark gospel to global stardom amid personal storms. Kasi Lemmons directs, with Naomi Ackie as Whitney and Stanley Tucci as Clive Davis.

Script hits ‘Bodyguard’ peaks, Atlanta stages her hits.

‘Sorry, Baby’ (2025)

‘Sorry, Baby’, available Thursday, October 30, traces a woman’s fractured friendships and healing after a brutal assault in this black comedy-drama. Eva Victor writes, directs, and stars as the resilient Agnes, joined by Naomi Ackie as her steadfast friend, Lucas Hedges as a complicated ally, and John Carroll Lynch as a family figure.

The script navigates trauma’s messy aftermath with sharp wit and vulnerability. Premiering at Sundance and Cannes, it’s shot in intimate urban settings that amplify emotional rawness and A24’s signature edge.

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