New Movies and TV Shows Streaming in October

October has arrived, and with it comes a slew of new movies and TV shows on your favorite streaming services. Whether you’re in the mood for spooky movies or eagerly awaiting fall TV premieres, you’ll find something to watch throughout the month.

Network TV favorites like “Tracker” (CBS), “Abbott Elementary” (ABC), and “Chicago Fire” (NBC) are making their way to streaming platforms like Paramount+, Hulu, and Peacock, respectively. Plus, with Halloween approaching, every streamer is beefing up their catalog with scary movies. Depending on your favorite horror franchise, you might want to switch up your subscriptions to catch classics like “Friday the 13th” (Peacock), “Nightmare on Elm Street” (HBO Max), or “Scream” (Peacock and Paramount+).

For Stephen King fans, mark your calendars for “It: Welcome to Derry,” a new series debuting on HBO Max on October 26. And if that’s not enough, HBO Max also has some of the best Stephen King movies streaming this month, including “The Shining,” “Misery,” and the 2017 remake of “It.”

To help you navigate the vast array of options, here’s a roundup of what’s new on eight popular streaming services in October 2025: Netflix, HBO Max, Hulu, Disney+, Prime Video, Apple TV+, Peacock, and Paramount+.

Netflix is serving up a mix of classic and contemporary favorites this month. From “Casper” to “Dirty Dancing” to the “Austin Powers” trilogy, there’s something for everyone. Plus, don’t miss out on new releases like “The Lincoln Lawyer” and “True Haunting.”

HBO Max is your go-to for Stephen King content this month, with titles like “The Shining” and “Misery” available to stream. Hulu is keeping it fresh with TV series like “Looking for Alaska” and “30 Rock.”

Disney+ has a little something for everyone, from classic animated films like “The Lion King” to new releases like “Encanto.” Prime Video offers a mix of blockbusters and indie hits, including “Borat” and “Sound of Metal.”

Apple TV+ is bringing fresh content to the table with series like “Ted Lasso” and “The Morning Show.” Peacock is your destination for classic movies and TV shows, like “Jurassic Park” and “The Office.” And Paramount+ has a variety of new releases, including “Mayor of Kingstown” and “The Offer.”

With so much to choose from, there’s no shortage of entertainment options to enjoy this October on your favorite streaming platforms. Happy streaming!