#ReadySetBinge: 24 Unmissable New OTT Movies & Shows Releasing In October 2025

Set in a school in Pisa, this Italian show is about shifting powers in the middle school. No one at this school has challenged the cool kids until Terry, a sharp and unconventional new student, arrives and disrupts the balance. Expect a blend of comedy, friendships, and rivalry, RIV4LRIES feels part coming-of-age, part satire. Although it's a teen show, families can watch it too.

Release Date: 1 October

Streaming On: Netflix

Cast: Samuele Carrino, Edoardo Miulli, Kartika Malavasi

Genre: Comedy

If you love stand-ups, you'll love this one. Caleb Hearon, the comedian known for his sharp one-liners and biting observational humour is taking centre stage at this one. His first full-length comedy special will be a riff on everything from modern dating to quirky aspects of identity. It's part self-depreciating, part cultural commentary, and a lot of laughs.

Release Date: 1 October

Streaming On: JioHotstar

Cast: Caleb Hearon

Genre: Comedy, Stand-up, Satire

Mark Wahlberg is back in action with this one! Leading Play Dirty as Parker, a professional thief, he's caught between mob, dictators, and billionaires with a mix of sharp banter and adrenaline-charged set-pieces. Directed by Shane Black, this action-packed thriller also stars LaKeith Stanfield and Rosa Salazar and is an adaptation of Donald E. Westlake's crime novels.

Release Date: 1 October 

Streaming On: Amazon Prime

Cast: Mark Wahlberg, LaKeith Stanfield, Rosa Salazar, Keegan-Michael Key

Genre: Action, Suspense

This popular Tamil psychological action thriller made waves in the theatre and is now set to release on Amazon Prime. Sivakarthikeyan plays a dual role in this one that blends cop drama with mind-bending twists. Disturbed after a tragic break-up, he takes it on himself to stop the mass distribution of weapons. With Hindi, Telugu, and Malayalam dubs, this one is expected to be a hit. 

Release Date: 1 October

Streaming On: Amazon Prime

Cast: Sivakarthikeyan, Rukmini Vasanth, Vidyut

Genre: Action, Psychological Thriller, Romance

The series explores the thin line between the virtual world and real life. The series is full of chilling descent into masks, secrets, and an unsettling reality as Kavya Rajaram (Shraddha Srinath), an accomplished video game developer, becomes the target of a coordinated cyberattack. From online harassment to invasive threats and real-world danger that is designed to upend her life, she fights back to discover who's behind it all. Packed with action and suspense, this one's a must-watch if thrillers are your thing.

Release Date: 2 October

Streaming On: Netflix

Cast: Shraddha Srinath, Santhosh Prathap, Chandini Tamilarasan

Genre: Thriller 

The third season of Ryan Murphy’s anthology series, Monster, focuses on serial killer and robber Ed Gein, a notorious criminal from 1950s rural Wisconsin. The narrative goes beyond headlines and explores his relationship with his mother and the chilling psychological descent that followed. Key themes include isolation, psychosis, and a deep obsession with his mother, Augusta.

Release Date: 3 October

Streaming On: Netflix

Cast: Charlie Hunnam, Laurie Metcalf, Suzanna Son

Genre: Drama

For fans of paranormal activities and horror stuff, this James Wan documentary is gold. With a showcase of real-life supernatural encounters through a mix of immersive reenactments, it also shows present-day interviews with those who experienced them. Trailer shows two stories that the series will explore 1) This House Murdered Me and 2) Eerie Hall.

Release Date: 7 October

Streaming On: Netflix

Cast: Wyatt Dorion, Rhys Alexander Phillips, Makenna Pickersgill

Genre: Documentary

If you're of the Ekta Kapoor daily soaps era, you'll love this one. Maana Ke Hum Yaar Nahin follows Khushi (Divya Patil), who runs an ironing (pressing) shop to support her father. However, her life takes a turn when she receives a call from Krishna, a con artist. The call sets a chain of events in motion that intertwine their lives and faith, including a contractual marriage between the two. Will it work out? Guess you'll have to watch it yourself to find out.

Release Date: 7 October

Streaming On: JioHotstar

Cast: Sagar Saini, Manjeet S. Makkar, Divya Patil

Genre: Drama, Romance

This Rom-Com is perfect for light mid-week streaming and possibly reviving your faith in romance again. Charlie, who owns an all-female mechanic shop, is in competition with the flashy corporate auto shop guy, Beau. You'd think it's an enemies-to-lovers trope, but hold on. As work stresses Charlie, she confides in a man she meets online, without knowing it's actually Beau. The irony is hard to miss. The question is if the two can reconcile their professional opposition with a genuine emotional connection — and how they deal with the truth once it emerges.

Release Date: 8 October

Streaming On: Amazon Prime

Cast: Madelaine Petsch, Jacob Scipio, Madison Bailey, Katy O'Brian, Inanna Sarkis, Matteo Lane, Jim Gaffigan

Genre: Comedy, Romance, Young Adult

Set in the 1990s USA, when being openly gay was still illegal in the military, the series follows the story of Cameron Cope, a directionless, closeted teenager, who impulsively joins the Marine Corps. His best friend, Ray McAffey (son of a decorated Marine), also enlists with him to go through a series of literal and metaphorical tests. Will they survive the boot camp? Only one way to find out!

Release Date: 9 October

Streaming On: Netflix

Cast: Miles Heizer, Max Parker, and Vera Farmiga

Genre: Drama

Pet stories are out favourite and we're sure if you're a pet lover, you'll not only love this one but may also relate to it. This Brazillian drama film is the story of a chef whose life is transformed after a caramel-colored stray dog (a 'caramelo mutt') enters his home. The dog acts as a catalyst to help him confront his emotional wounds and change his outlook on life. 

Release Date: 8 October

Streaming On: Netflix

Cast: Rafael Vitti, Amendoim, Arianne Botelho

Genre: Drama

Ever wondered what it's like to be Posh Spice and everything that goes into being the woman behind one of the world's most successful (and hottest) men? If so, this three-part docuseries will be the answer to all your questions. Combining candid interviews, archival footage, and behind-the-scenes access to her design company, the documentary offers a closer look at Victoria's professional and personal life.

Release Date: 9 October

Streaming On: Netflix

Cast: Victoria Beckham

Genre: Documentary

You probably know the story behind Kurukshetra, and this one's no different, just animated. Following the success of movies like Hanuman and Ramayan, Kurukshetra is also an animated series that depicts the Kurukshetra War. It retells the 18-day-long battle of the Mahabharata through different perspectives. Surprisingly, it is Netflix India's first mythological anime series.

Release Date:  10 October

Streaming On: Netflix

Cast: Vinod Sharma, Sahil Vaid, Saumya Daan

Genre Drama, Animated

Based in Turkey, this dramedy explores the tension between old money (generational wealth, power, tradition, and influence) and new money (self-made success and ambition) in Istanbul's elite circles. It examines how families maintain their influence in rapidly changing times. Think lavish settings, glamorous 'fits, and unsaid rivalry as new money tries to shine in Turkish high society.

Release Date: 10 October

Streaming On: Netflix

Cast: Aslı Enver, Engin Akyürek, and Serkan Altunorak

Genre: Drama

A faith-based drama, The Chosen is returning for a fifth season this month. The series is the story of Jesus of Nazareth told from a point of view of people who encountered him. Made with the aim to humanise biblical figures, it shows their doubts, struggles, relationships, and transformations as their lives intersect with Jesus.

Release Date: 10 October

Streaming On: Netflix

Cast: Jonathan Roumie, Shahar Isaac, Elizabeth Tabish

Genre: Drama

Love mysteries? This one might just become your favourite. Adapted from Ruth Ware's 2016 bestselling novel, it follows the story of Laura "Lo" Blacklock (Keira Knightley), a travel journalist, who is given the assignment of covering the maiden voyage of a luxury cruise ship. One night, she believes she saw a passenger thrown overboard from cabin 10, but she's told all guests and crew are accounted. Sceptical and frustrated, she takes it on herself to solve this mystery.

Release Date: 10 October

Streaming On: Netflix

Cast: Keira Knightley, Guy Pearce, Hannah Waddingham

Genre: Thriller

ACP Sanyukta Das (Konkona Sen Sharma) is going through her personal issues and is in the middle of a transfer when she's given the high-profile case of a teenage girl's murder. To solve the case, she teams up with a younger police officer, ACP Jai Kanwal (Surya Sharma). Together, they discover the influence of social media on teens. But that's not all, there are personal secrets and even political interference in this psychological and emotional thriller.

Release Date: 10 October

Streaming On: JioHotstar

Cast: Konkona Sen Sharma, Surya Sharma, Shraddha Das

Genre: Crime, Thriller, Mystery

A classic attorney-cop plot, Elsbeth is an American police procedural built around unconventional but sharp attorney Elsbeth Tascioni. Her quirky brilliance helps solve seemingly impossible crimes, as the third season promises more twists, disasters, and unlikely friendships.

Release Date: 13 October

Streaming On: JioHotstar

Cast: Carrie Preston, Carra Patterson, Michael Emerson, Wendell Pierce

Genre: Comedy, Quirky, Law Enforcement, Investigative

After the mysterious death of President Rayburn, season three of The Diplomat starts with Grace Penn becoming the president. Expect exploring conflicts, connections and more on the international stage as well as within US politics. Smartly written and tightly paced, it’s one of the most critically lauded shows in Netflix’s catalogue.

Release Date: 16 October

Streaming On: Netflix

Cast: Keri Russell, Rufus Sewell, David Gyasi

Genre: Drama

Our Fault (Spanish title Culpa Nuestra), the third film in the Culpables trilogy, is one of the most talked-about young adult franchises. The third and final part starts years after Noah and Nick's painful breakup. This time they're reunited again at Jenna and Lion's wedding. As the heir to his grandfather's business empire, Nick is hurt and full of pride to forgive Noah, who is trying to build her own life. Will they overcome resentment and come back together for a happy ending? Find out on 16 October!

Release Date: 16 October

Streaming On: Amazon Prime

Cast: Nicole Wallace, Gabriel Guevara, Marta Hazas, Ivan Sanchez, Eva Ruiz, Victor Varona

Genre: Romance, Young Adult Audience

The much-loved BBC sitcom returns with its fifth season! The story continues as usual with Sam and Jay managing their B&B, Woodstone Manor, along with their ghosts. However, it's their restaurant, Mahesh, that becomes the focal point in this one. Like past seasons, expect ghosts to stay active in this one too to give some comic relief and occasionally create spooky scenarios around the daily life in the manor.

Release Date: 17 October

Streaming On: JioHotstar

Cast: Rose McIver, Utkarsh Ambudkar, Brandon Scott Jones

Genre: Sitcom, Supernatural, Comedy, Goofy

Best-selling author Harlan Coben's story, Lazarus, is a six-part series about a man surviving a car crash only to uncover disturbing truths from his past. As he investigates, he finds himself surrounded by a web of cold-case murders, including the murder of his sister, Sutton — the one that took place 25 years earlier and has haunted him all his life. Add to it the drama of navigating a strained relationship with his surviving sister Jenna. 

Release Date: 22 October 2025

Streaming On: Amazon Prime

Cast: Sam Claflin, Bill Nighy, Alexandra Roach, David Fynn, Karla Crome

Genre: Drama, Suspense

Ironically, everybody wanted this series to come back for season 2, and it's finally here! Despite the slight issue of Noah asking Joanne to convert to Judaism, season 2 picks up a fresh note where the two have decided to stay together. The result? They must navigate daily practicalities and the emotional weight of committing across religious divides. Will they make it? All of us will find out this month!

Release Date: 23 October    

Streaming On: Netflix

Cast: Kristen Bell, Adam Brody, Justine Lupe

Genre: Romantic Comedy

A horror prequel to the IT films, based on Stephen King's novel, IT: Welcome to Derry, is set in 1962, approximately 27 years before the 2017 IT film. It showcases the origin of Pennywise and the dark history of the town of Derry, Maine. There's dark period detail and fresh faces that join in on this horror journey of one of fiction's most terrifying clowns.

Release Date: 27 October

Streaming On: JioHotstar

Cast: Jovan Adepo, Bill Skarsgård, Taylour Paige, Chris Chalk

Genre: Horror, Supernatural, Based on books, Dark