TV shows and movies coming out this month: what to watch in October 2025

October promises to be rich in premieres — from the return of cult series and long-awaited sequels to brand-new projects that are set to become major discoveries. This month brings together epic blockbusters, auteur dramas, and atmospheric thrillers, creating the perfect lineup for cozy autumn evenings. The only question left is what to watch first.

This month brings viewers series that are already sparking plenty of discussion. New seasons of popular stories stand alongside entirely fresh projects, while adaptations of familiar books and tales promise unexpected twists.

The third season of Ryan Murphy's anthology series Monster centers on Ed Gein, the infamous grave robber and murderer whose horrific crimes and disturbing obsession with his mother inspired classic horror films. The season explores how isolation, a deteriorating psychosis, and his mother's destructive influence turned Gein into the "Butcher of Plainfield". With a chilling atmosphere, the series immerses viewers in the psychological depths of his story, revealing not only the horrors but also the tragedy of a man who became the embodiment of the American nightmare.

The series follows Frank Remnick, a U.S. Marshal tasked with guarding the harsh wilderness of Alaska. His steady duty turns into a nightmare when a prison transport plane crashes within his jurisdiction, releasing some of the most dangerous criminals. Now Remnick must battle not only the unforgiving nature but also deadly fugitives, as the silence of the frozen barrens becomes a battlefield for survival.

An animated series based on the Splinter Cell franchise. The story follows an aging Sam Fisher, who is reactivated by the secret Fourth Echelon unit to assist young agent Zinnia McKenna in uncovering a global conspiracy. The plot centers on Displace International, a green energy corporation controlled by the children of the late Douglas Shetland, which is secretly developing a new weapon threatening Europe. Fisher and McKenna join forces with longtime allies, including Anna "Grim" Grimsdottir, to expose Displace’s dangerous operations and stop the looming threat.

Maggie and Alex live in luxury as part of one of South Carolina's most powerful legal dynasties. But a tragic accident involving their son Paul sets off a chain of events that uncovers dark secrets and links the family to a series of mysterious deaths. As the truth comes to light, the dynasty’s reputation, power, and future hang in the balance.

In Chicago, respected contractor John Wayne Gacy leads a double life: by day he is a hardworking community member, and by night a brutal serial killer. The series follows how the police piece together the clues step by step until the investigation leads to a shocking revelation that shakes the entire city.

In Season 4, the city is thrown into chaos after Milo's death, as new criminal factions move in to seize the vacant seat of power. Mike McLusky once again finds himself at the heart of the conflict, forced to navigate external pressures and internal struggles tied to the prison system. His greatest challenge comes with the arrival of Nina Hobbs, the new warden — determined, uncompromising, and ready to challenge his influence while shifting the balance of power.

The prequel series to It (2017) and It Chapter Two (2019) explores the origin story of the terrifying clown Pennywise. Set in the eerie atmosphere of the 1960s, the show transports viewers to the quiet town of Derry as it gradually transforms into a center of darkness and fear. Beneath its ordinary facade, an ancient evil once again awakens — feeding on human terror. The series reveals the tragedies and secrets that left their mark long before the story of the Losers’ Club, introducing new characters and their attempts to resist something unseen and incomprehensible.

The series follows the secretive Talamasca organization, which monitors and controls supernatural beings such as vampires and witches. At the center of the story is a young man, Guy Anatole, who possesses hidden supernatural abilities and is recruited into the organization. As he learns more about the Talamasca and its true objectives, he must decide whether they can be trusted.

The series tells the story of Sarah Tucker, a bored housewife from an Oxford suburb, who hires private investigator Zoë Boehm to find her neighbor’s missing child after a house explosion. During the investigation, they uncover secrets of government conspiracies that lead them from the quiet streets of Oxford to the remote corners of the British Isles, where they confront dangerous government forces and mercenaries.

The fourth season of the series focuses on the separation of Geralt, Yennefer, and Ciri following the events of the third season, as they struggle to survive in a war-torn Continent, forming new informal groups of allies. Ciri adopts a new identity as the outlaw Falka and joins the Rats gang, Yennefer takes on a leadership role at Aretuza, and Geralt forms his own "hanza" of unlikely companions in search of Ciri.

The big screen in October offers audiences a range of major premieres — from blockbusters and horror films to dramas and biographical stories. This month, every release promises to surprise and captivate in its own way.

The film tells the story of legendary MMA and UFC fighter Mark Kerr, nicknamed the "Crushing Machine". In the arena, he was an undefeated champion, a crowd favorite, and a formidable opponent, but off the ring, his life was filled with pain, addiction, and an ongoing struggle with himself. The story showcases not only his spectacular victories and defeats but also his personal dramas, camaraderie with fellow athletes, and a fateful fight against a Ukrainian boxer that became a turning point in his life. It’s a candid look at strength, vulnerability, and the true cost of greatness.

The film tells the story of a college professor whose life unravels when she becomes embroiled in a conflict between a student and a colleague accused of misconduct. At the same time, a past she has long kept hidden begins to resurface, threatening to destroy not only her career but also her personal relationships. It is a tense drama exploring the fragile line between truth and deception, trust and betrayal.

The film transports viewers into a world where the boundaries between digital reality and the physical realm blur. At the center of the story is the unique program "Ares," created within a virtual system and now operating in the real world. Tasked with a mission on which humanity’s future depends, it marks humanity’s first contact with an artificial intelligence entity. The film blends spectacular action, futuristic aesthetics, and reflections on whether humans can truly connect with what they themselves have created.

Seventeen year old Finn is still living in the shadow of his past abduction, struggling to find balance. His sister Gwen begins experiencing disturbing visions: calls from a black phone and haunting images of three teenagers being watched by a mysterious stranger at the winter camp "Alpine Lake".

Realizing that these visions are connected to their own story, Gwen convinces her brother to go to the camp during a snowstorm. There, they must confront a killer who, even after death, has gained new power and holds far greater significance to their fate than they could have imagined. It is a story of fear, secrets, and the strength of family bonds in the face of darkness.

The film tells the story of guardian angel Gabriel, who sets out to prove to a man struggling to survive that money cannot solve all problems. However, his intervention goes awry: after a body swap with the wealthy employer Jeff, Gabriel loses his wings and ends up on Earth, forced to live among humans, while his charge gains access to Jeff's life.

Events take an even more unexpected turn when Gabriel becomes roommates with Jeff himself. Their paths become closely intertwined, and the angel’s once lofty, heavenly duties now revolve around earthly matters, friendship, and new challenges.

An unidentified missile launched on U.S. soil triggers a chain of events that threatens to escalate into a global catastrophe. Amid complete uncertainty, a race for the truth begins — who is behind the attack, and what should the response be? The film keeps viewers on edge, immersing them in a world of political intrigue, military strategy, and hidden motives, where every minute counts and a single wrong move could spark a new world war.

The story of the creation of Bruce Springsteen's iconic 1982 album Nebraska, recorded on a simple four-track recorder in his New Jersey bedroom. On the brink of global stardom, the young musician was torn between the pressures of success and his own inner demons, and his new work became a dark yet heartfelt reflection on lost souls and the search for faith.

The film tells the story of a family on the brink of collapse after a sudden tragedy. Morgan Grant has spent her life sacrificing her own dreams for her daughter, but the death of her husband and Clary’s father only heightens the tension between them. Grief paves the way for long-hidden secrets, and the past begins to impose its own rules on the present.

At the heart of the story are the complex mother-daughter relationships, where love intertwines with resentment, and the desire to protect becomes a source of pain. To survive and find hope, they must endure trials that will change their family forever.