Here Are All the New Action Movies & TV Shows Set to Release in October 2025

October 2025 is stacked with action—from big-screen sci-fi and anime showdowns to network procedurals roaring back with new seasons. The month kicks off with franchise heavy hitters and ends with a supersized epic returning to theaters, while streamers roll out fresh originals and high-octane spinoffs.

Below you’ll find every notable action movie and TV title landing this October, with dates, where to watch, and core details like plots, cast, and key creatives. It’s your at-a-glance guide to what’s new and when it drops, so you can plan your watchlist without missing a beat.

‘TRON: Ares’ (2025)

The third chapter in the ‘TRON’ saga follows Ares, a powerful program sent from the digital realm into the human world, with Jared Leto in the title role and Joachim Rønning directing. The ensemble features Greta Lee, Evan Peters, Gillian Anderson, Hasan Minhaj, Jodie Turner-Smith, Cameron Monaghan, Arturo Castro, and Jeff Bridges returning as Kevin Flynn. It opens in theaters on October 10.

Production wrapped in Vancouver in May 2024, and the film continues the franchise’s signature blend of high-concept sci-fi and sleek world-building. Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures is distributing the film theatrically.

‘Deathstalker’ (2025)

A reboot of the 1983 cult sword-and-sorcery film, ‘Deathstalker’ is directed by Steven Kostanski and stars Daniel Bernhardt as the titular warrior, alongside Patton Oswalt, Christina Orjalo, Paul Lazenby, and Nina Bergman. It slices into theaters on October 10.

Executive-produced by Slash, the new take keeps a practical-effects ethos while unleashing monsters, mayhem, and a quest narrative set in a brutal fantasy kingdom. Raven Banner handles sales, with a U.S. release set for October.

‘Good Fortune’ (2025)

Aziz Ansari writes, directs, and stars in this supernatural comedy with action set-pieces, alongside Seth Rogen, Keanu Reeves, Keke Palmer, and Sandra Oh. The story centers on an angel named Gabriel (Reeves) whose plan to teach a lesson via body-swap backfires; Lionsgate releases it in theaters on October 17.

Behind the camera, Ansari leads a team that includes cinematographer Adam Newport-Berra and composer Carter Burwell. The film runs 97 minutes and marks Ansari’s feature directing debut.

‘Delivery Run’ (2025)

‘Delivery Run’ follows a food courier who ends up ensnared in a criminal operation during what should have been a routine shift. Alexander Arnold leads the cast, with Joey Palmroos directing and co-starring; it opens in theaters on October 17.

The cast also includes Liam James, Nadine Higgin, Jussi Lampi, and Arthur Sylense. Rotten Tomatoes’ listing confirms key credits ahead of release.

‘Exorcism Chronicles: The Beginning’ (2025)

A Korean action-horror animated feature, ‘Exorcism Chronicles: The Beginning’ is directed by Kim Dong-chul and features voice actors Choi Han, Nam Doh-hyeong, Jung Yoo-jung, and Kim Yeon-woo. Viva Pictures is releasing it in U.S. theaters on October 17.

Produced without AI tools by Locus Animation Studios, the film blends occult warfare with mystery elements, following elite exorcists confronting a demonic conspiracy across real-world inspired locales. It premiered in South Korea earlier in 2025 before securing international distribution.

‘Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc’ (2025)

This anime film adapts the “Reze” storyline from Tatsuki Fujimoto’s manga, with Denji’s encounter with the enigmatic Reze spiraling into a clash that tests Public Safety Devil Hunters. Directed by Tatsuya Yoshihara, produced by MAPPA, and written by Hiroshi Seko, it opens in the U.S. on October 24.

The Japanese voice cast includes Kikunosuke Toya and Reina Ueda, with distribution by Toho in Japan and Crunchyroll (via Sony Pictures Releasing) internationally. Music is by Kensuke Ushio, and the film runs approximately 100 minutes.

‘Bāhubali: The Epic’ (2025)

S.S. Rajamouli’s two-part phenomenon returns as a single, re-edited theatrical experience, combining ‘Baahubali: The Beginning’ and ‘Baahubali 2: The Conclusion’ into one film. Starring Prabhas, Rana Daggubati, Anushka Shetty, Tamannaah Bhatia, Sathyaraj, Ramya Krishnan, and Nassar, it hits theaters worldwide on October 31.

The release features remastered picture and sound with select new and trimmed material to streamline the narrative for a continuous epic presentation across premium formats including IMAX and Dolby Cinema.

‘9-1-1: Nashville’ (2025– )

The newest spinoff in the ‘9-1-1’ universe follows Captain Don Hart (Chris O’Donnell) and his Nashville-based team handling large-scale emergencies and complicated family dynamics. It premieres on ABC on October 9 and streams next-day on Hulu. The ensemble includes Jessica Capshaw, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, LeAnn Rimes, Hailey Kilgore, Michael Provost, Juani Feliz, and Hunter McVey.

Created by Ryan Murphy, Tim Minear, and Rashad Raisani, the series brings Music City set-pieces—think stadium incidents and severe-weather disasters—into the franchise’s high-stakes procedural storytelling.

‘Sheriff Country’ (2025– )

A spinoff of ‘Fire Country’, this CBS drama stars Morena Baccarin as Mickey Fox, a straight-shooting sheriff in Edgewater County who investigates crimes while navigating personal and professional pressures. It premieres Friday, October 17 on CBS and streams on Paramount+.

The cast includes Christopher Gorham, Michele Weaver, Matt Lauria, W. Earl Brown, Caroline Rhea, and guest appearances from ‘Fire Country’ alum Max Thieriot. Production is from CBS Studios, with the premiere positioned alongside the mothership series.

‘Boston Blue’ (2025– )

CBS’s ‘Blue Bloods’ offshoot centers on the extended Reagan family and a new generation of Boston law enforcement figures. The cast features Donnie Wahlberg, Sonequa Martin-Green, Ernie Hudson, Maggie Lawson, Gloria Reuben, Marcus Scribner, and Mika Amonsen, with Bridget Moynahan guest-starring. It premieres October 17 on CBS and streams on Paramount+.

Anthony Hemingway directs and executive produces the premiere episode, with the series expanding the ‘Blue Bloods’ universe to Boston while maintaining a focus on family, duty, and case-of-the-week storytelling.

‘Néro the Assassin’ (2025– )

Netflix’s period-action series follows a ruthless assassin in 1504 France who goes on the run with his estranged daughter, drawing the ire of powerful enemies and darker forces. Pio Marmaï stars, with Alice Isaaz and Olivier Gourmet among the cast; it debuts in October on Netflix.

Created by Jean-Patrick Benes, Martin Douaire, and Allan Mauduit, the series blends historical intrigue with grounded, kinetic action across Renaissance-era Europe.

‘Splinter Cell: Deathwatch’ (2025– )

This adult animated espionage thriller adapts Ubisoft’s stealth-action franchise, with Liev Schreiber voicing Sam Fisher. Created by Derek Kolstad, the series premieres October 14 on Netflix. The voice cast includes Janet Varney, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, and Joel Oulette.

Directed by Guillaume Dousse, the show is produced by Ubisoft Film & Television and sets Fisher within Fourth Echelon as he mentors a new recruit amid a global conspiracy.

‘Down Cemetery Road’ (2025– )

Apple TV+ adapts Mick Herron’s novel into a thriller led by Ruth Wilson as Sarah Trafford and Emma Thompson as private investigator Zoë Boehm. After a house explosion and a missing girl, the pair uncover a conspiracy with deadly consequences. It premieres October 29 on Apple TV+.

The eight-episode series is produced by Apple Studios and 60Forty Films, debuting with a two-episode premiere followed by weekly releases.

‘Chicago Fire’ (2012– )

Season 14 returns October 1 on NBC, with next-day streaming on Peacock. The new season features Taylor Kinney, Miranda Rae Mayo, David Eigenberg, Christian Stolte, Joe Miñoso, Hanako Greensmith, Jocelyn Hudon, and Dermot Mulroney, with Annabeth Gish appearing in a multi-episode arc.

Expect fresh challenges for Firehouse 51 as political pressures and staffing shake-ups collide with high-risk rescues across Chicago.

‘Chicago P.D.’ (2014– )

Season 13 premieres October 1 on NBC, streaming next-day on Peacock. The Intelligence Unit returns under Sgt. Hank Voight, with the season continuing the franchise’s Wednesday block.

New and returning characters deepen ongoing cases while the team takes on organized crime and city-wide threats.

‘FBI’ (2018– )

Season 8 moves to Mondays and premieres October 13 on CBS, with streaming on Paramount+. The core team—Maggie Bell, OA Zidan, Isobel Castille, Jubal Valentine, and Stuart Scola—returns, alongside new additions.

The series continues to track high-stakes investigations out of the Bureau’s New York field office, tackling cases that range from terrorism to cybercrime.

‘NCIS’ (2003– )

Season 23 launches October 14 on CBS as part of an all-‘NCIS’ lineup, streaming on Paramount+. The long-running procedural returns to its Tuesday home, preceding its prequel and international spinoff.

The flagship series continues with the Major Case Response Team working military-connected crimes while integrating new season-specific arcs.

‘NCIS: Origins’ (2024– )

Season 2 premieres October 14 on CBS, bridging ‘NCIS’ and ‘NCIS: Sydney’ in the Tuesday block. The prequel charts Leroy Jethro Gibbs’s early career, led by Austin Stowell, with Mark Harmon narrating.

The season expands Gibbs’s formative cases with returning ensemble players and new adversaries that set the stage for the character’s future.

‘NCIS: Sydney’ (2023– )

Season 3 bows October 14 on CBS and Paramount+, continuing the joint task-force cases between NCIS and the Australian Federal Police in the Indo-Pacific. Olivia Swann and Todd Lasance lead the cast.

This season’s premiere centers on aviators found adrift in the Coral Sea, pulling the team into a wider terrorist plot.

‘Fire Country’ (2022– )

Season 4 premieres October 17 on CBS and streams on Paramount+, following Bode (Max Thieriot) and Station 42 as they face the aftermath of a pivotal loss and shifting leadership in Edgewater.

The season also intersects with ‘Sheriff Country’ as Morena Baccarin’s Mickey Fox leads the spinoff while the original series pushes into new personal and professional territory.

‘Tracker’ (2024– )

Season 3 premieres October 19 on CBS and streams on Paramount+, with Justin Hartley back as reward-seeker Colter Shaw; Jensen Ackles recurs as Russell.

New cases send Colter across North America, while season-long mysteries tie into his family history and past investigations.

‘9-1-1’ (2018– )

Season 9 arrives October 9 on ABC with next-day streaming on Hulu, reuniting the Los Angeles first-responders unit. Angela Bassett and Peter Krause headline as the team tackles large-scale emergencies across the city.

The series continues its blend of personal drama and high-intensity rescue scenarios, with season arcs unfolding across fire, police, and dispatch storylines.

‘Star Wars: Visions’ (2021– )

Volume 3 of the animated anthology premieres October 29 on Disney+, featuring new shorts from Japanese studios and fresh spins on lightsaber lore and Jedi myths.

Lucasfilm’s official channels highlighted the new volume’s cast and creative partners alongside the trailer reveal, with shorts spanning styles and tones across the galaxy far, far away.

‘The Diplomat’ (2023– )

Season 3 premieres October 16 on Netflix, with Keri Russell, Rufus Sewell, David Gyasi, Ali Ahn, Rory Kinnear, Ato Essandoh, and Allison Janney returning; Bradley Whitford also features this season.

The political thriller resumes with Ambassador Kate Wyler navigating crises, alliances, and a deepening Washington–London power puzzle. Netflix has already confirmed a fourth season ahead of Season 3’s debut.

Share which titles you’re most excited to watch this October in the comments!