5 new Netflix motion pictures to observe in October

It’s October, which implies we’ve got formally entered the fourth quarter of 2026. This month is made for horror followers, as Halloween quickly approaches. You can all the time discover some horror movies to watch on Netflix. However, Netflix’s new releases this month are extra geared towards followers of thrillers and comedy.

For thrillers, Ben Affleck directs and stars in a brand new crime film that appears thrilling. Plus, Chris Evans headlines a hostage thriller with a satirical spin. As for comedy, two documentaries cracked our record this month. One revolves round Norm Macdonald, whereas the opposite chronicles an iconic sketch comedy sequence. But first, a transferring romantic drama kicks off the month.

Doing Life

Tyler Perry’s latest film tackles unconditional love

Tyler Perry might be greatest recognized for his comedic work within the Madea franchise. However, Perry does department out to different genres, together with romance. His newest directorial effort, Doing Life, provides off tearjerker vibes on this emotional story that Perry additionally wrote and produced.

Naomi Baker stars as Anika, a single mom struggling to boost her daughter. Before changing into a mom, Anika labored as a police officer. While on the job, a jail riot broke out, and a then-pregnant Anika was virtually critically injured had it not been for the safety of an inmate named Carousel (Jay Reeves). Now out of jail, Carousel builds a particular bond with Anika and her daughter, although his presence causes pressure with Anika’s household. Doing Life actually covers the concept of a second likelihood, and this time round, Carousel would possibly seize that chance.

Doing Life streams on October 2.

Animals

Ben Affleck needs his son again

I like the films Affleck has been pivoting towards in recent times. Last yr, he starred in The Accountant 2, a enjoyable buddy comedy with motion roots. Earlier this yr, Affleck reunited together with his Boston buddy Matt Damon for The Rip, a gritty B-movie. Now, Affleck is headlining an motion thriller in Animals, a film that he additionally directed.

Los Angeles mayoral candidate Mark Kimball (Affleck) will get the worst information possible: his son (Christopher Woodley) has been kidnapped and is being held for ransom. As Mark and his spouse (Kerry Washington) scramble to get cash, darkish secrets and techniques start to floor and threaten your entire operation. I like a film the place the strains between good and evil are blurred, so hopefully, Animals can strengthen Netflix’s reputation as the “King of Thrillers.”

Animals streams on October 9.

Animals

Release Date

October 9, 2026

Runtime

106 minutes

Director

Ben Affleck

Norm: The Tale of Norm Macdonald

A glance again on the genius of a legendary comic

Norm Macdonald was a grasp of deadpan. I’ll all the time keep in mind his time on Saturday Night Live because the “Weekend Update” anchor, the place his deadpan jokes and rambling supply shone. Tragically, Norm handed away in September 2021 after battling leukemia.

One of Norm’s good mates, Judd Apatow, has directed a documentary, Norm: The Tale of Norm Macdonald, in regards to the legendary comic’s life and profession. The documentary options archival footage of Norm’s biggest jokes and interview appearances. Plus, a number of the individuals who knew Norm greatest—together with Adam Sandler, David Letterman, and David Spade—share their tales, which spotlight his enduring affect and legacy.

Norm: The Tale of Norm Macdonald streams on October 16.

Norm: The Tale of Macdonald

Release Date

October 16, 2026

Director

Judd Apatow

Producers

Judd Apatow

Sacrifice

Eat the wealthy

Evans has made fascinating profession decisions since Avengers: Endgame, and he returns to Marvel later this year in Avengers: Doomsday. Evans has voiced an animated character (Lightyear), headlined a rom-com (Materialists), and performed a villain (The Gray Man). For his subsequent act, Evans is attempting his hand at black comedy in Sacrifice, a brand new Netflix authentic film directed by Romain Gavras.

Evans stars as Mike Tyler, a washed-up film star in determined search of a comeback. At a charity gala hosted by billionaires, a cult chief named Joan (Anya Taylor-Joy) and her followers hijack the occasion and take a number of attendees, together with Mike, hostage. Joan believes that an extinction occasion will occur in three days except she sacrifices three folks to a volcano. Sacrifice has an “eat the wealthy” angle, because the satirical humor is on full show within the trailer.

Sacrifice streams on October 16.

Sacrifice

Release Date

October 16, 2026

Runtime

103 minutes

Director

Romain Gavras

SCTV: The Greatest Show You’ve Never Heard Of

Canada’s comedic treasure

In America, Saturday Night Live is the quintessential sketch comedy program. It’s the present that launched the careers of comedy giants like Eddie Murphy, Will Ferrell, and Tina Fey. In Canada, the sketch sequence answerable for launching an unimaginable roster of comedians is SCTV. The present’s forged included comedy legends akin to John Candy, Martin Short, Andrea Martin, Eugene Levy, Catherine O’Hara, Rick Moranis, and Harold Ramis.

The surviving members of the forged reunited in Toronto, and their interviews have been chronicled in SCTV: The Greatest Show You’ve Never Heard Of. For comedy diehards, it is a documentary you do not need to overlook for its tales and archival footage.

SCTV: The Greatest Show You’ve Never Heard Of streams on October 30.

SCTV: The Greatest Show You’ve Never Heard Of

Release Date

October 30, 2026

Director

Jason Hehir

Producers

Chapman Downes, Andrew Hafnor, Whitney Johnson, Kelly Meinhardt, Molly Montgomery

What else can I watch on Netflix?

You’re all the time going to search out loads of motion pictures and reveals to observe on Netflix. If you do not have loads of time, check out short shows like Griselda and Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. Plus, I recommend watching Bodyguard or Breaking Bad in order for you a show that will hook you in with the first episode.

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Yes, $8/month

Simultaneous streams

Two or 4