Netflix’s extremely promising October lineup is full of big releases, and there’s something new for every variety of viewer as the weather cools down and Halloween approaches.
Here’s a list of the biggest titles worth adding to your watchlist this month.
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Crazy Rich, Incredibly Broke
This Saudi comedy follows the AlThahabi family of Riyadh following the discovery that they’re nowhere near as wealthy as they thought.
Rather than accept their new reality, the family turns to exaggeration and over-the-top displays of status to convince everyone they still have it all, leading to one chaotic situation after another.
The ensemble cast includes Rashed Al Shamrani, Ghada AlMulla, Ida AlKusay, Ziyad Alamri and Adwa Bader, directed by Ahmed El Gendy.
Crazy Rich, Incredibly Broke arrives on Netflix Oct. 1.
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Animals
Ben Affleck directs and stars in this tense political thriller alongside costars Kerry Washington, Gillian Anderson and Steven Yeun.
The film follows a mayoral candidate and his wife. After a ransom demand throws their lives into chaos, they must resort to extreme measures.
Animals hits Netflix on Oct. 9.
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Sacrifice
Chris Evans and Anya Taylor-Joy headline Sacrifice, a satirical action-comedy from director Romain Gavras.
Set at a glitzy charity gala, the film shows a disillusioned movie star facing an existential crisis when he taken hostage by a radical warrior and her doomsday cult, resulting in pure chaos.
The film also features John Malkovich, Salma Hayek and Charli xcx. It premieres on Netflix on Oct. 16.
Tyler Perry’s Doing Life
Tyler Perry writes and directs this gritty new romantic drama starring Naomi Baker and Jay Reeves.
Doing Life follows a struggling single mom and a reformed ex-convict as they form an unexpected bond, and strive to convince the world that what they have is the real deal.
It launches on Netflix on Oct. 2.
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Norm: The Tale of Norm Macdonald
Judd Apatow directs this intimate documentary tracing the life and career of legendary stand-up comedian Norm Macdonald, who tragically died of leukemia in 2021.
The film explores Norm’s rise on Saturday Night Live, his unique brand of humor and his enduring comedic legacy.
The film hits Netflix on Oct. 2.
Returning Favorites
TV fans also have lots to look forward to in October, including The Diplomat Season 4, Lupin Part 4, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, Nobody Wants This Season 3 and East of Eden, the new adaptation of John Steinbeck’s classic novel starring Florence Pugh.
Also arriving are Blue Box Season 2, a high school sports romance anime, and Ranma 1/2 Season 3, continuing another beloved anime franchise’s revival.
On the reality TV side, Love Is Blind returns with a new season set in Boston alongside Is It Cake? Halloween Season 2 for anyone craving a baking competition with a spooky season twist.
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Documentaries Worth Watching
Beyond Norm Macdonald’s new film, Netflix is also releasing Schumacher ’94—The Birth of a Legend, an intimate look back at Michael Schumacher’s dramatic underdog Formula 1 season, plus The One About Matthew Perry, a new documentary exploring the late Friends actor’s life and legacy.
Classic Movies Joining the Library
Beyond new originals, Netflix is also adding a huge batch of previously released films to its library throughout October, just in time for cozy fall movie nights and spooky season.
The entire Twilight saga arrives at the start of the month, alongside 21 Jump Street, 22 Jump Street, 8 Mile, several Bourne films, The Devil Wears Prada, The Menu, The Prestige and Ad Astra.
Horror fans also have plenty to look forward to, with Halloween staples like A Haunted House, A Haunted House 2 and The Sixth Sense joining the platform as well.
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