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October 2026
It's Halloween season, and you'll have a monstrously great time watching what's new on your favorite streaming services. There are films and series to make you scream, laugh, cry, dream, and more. For all the details, check out this October StreamNow Insider issue, which highlights the most anticipated premieres. Then use the schedule in the New Streaming Releases section to decide what to watch each day.
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Fresh from the Theater

Toy Story 5
Toy Story 5
PG – The toys are back in this animated adventure from Disney and Pixar, released in theaters in June. Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie, and the rest of the gang's jobs are challenged when they come face-to-face with Lilypad, a brand-new tablet device that arrives with her own disruptive ideas about what is best for their kid, Bonnie. Will playtime ever be the same? (Disney+, Now Streaming)
The Breadwinner
The Breadwinner
PG – This family comedy stars record-breaking comedian Nate Bargatze in his feature film debut. It follows the misadventures of Nate Wilcox, whose wife, Katie (Mandy Moore), lands a once-in-a-lifetime deal on Shark Tank, sending her on a prolonged business trip. Now the lifelong breadwinner has to fend for his family as a stay-at-home dad. Nate quickly learns that running the household is the toughest gig he's ever had. (Netflix, Now Streaming)

Documentaries and Docuseries

Super Scam Me
Super Scam Me
NYR – After years of reporting on the scam industry, Mariana van Zeller undertakes one of her most immersive investigations to date in this documentary. She creates a new online dating persona and goes undercover as the target of a romance scam to understand and expose the tactics, technologies, and psychological manipulations these criminals use to deceive their victims. (Disney+, October 17th Premiere)
The One About Matthew Perry
The One About Matthew Perry
TV-MA – This three-part docuseries reveals the real Matthew Perry — generous, funny, vulnerable, and larger than life — and the battles the Friends star fought to become the man behind the icon. Told through intimate testimonies from close family and friends, it's a raw record of a life lived fully and of the honesty that became his greatest legacy. (Netflix, October 27th Premiere)
TYSON
TYSON
TV-MA – This unfiltered four-part docuseries explores the explosive life of Mike Tyson, one of the most feared and fascinating figures in sports history. It peels back the curtain on his life, from a brutal Brooklyn childhood and a meteoric rise to heavyweight glory to addiction, jail time, public breakdowns, and the infamous ear bite that almost ended it all. (Netflix, October 13th Premiere)

Streaming Headlines

ESPN Unlimited Hiked Prices in September
ESPN Unlimited, the direct-to-consumer service that lets subscribers watch all sporting events on ABC and ESPN channels, launched in August 2025. Last month, ESPN Unlimited raised its monthly rate from $30 to $32 and its annual plan from $300 to $320. It's among the most expensive direct-to-consumer platforms on the market.
 
Most ESPN Unlimited users access the service through bundled packages that include Disney+ and Hulu. That trio remains priced at $36 per month for the ad-supported version and $45 for the ad-free tier.
 
For Second August in a Row, Apple TV Raised Prices
Apple TV's monthly price is now $15, up $2 from the previous rate. Its annual price also increased, rising from $99 to $119. Unlike other streaming services, Apple TV doesn't offer a lower-cost ad-supported tier for budget-conscious subscribers.

Family-Friendly Fare

Marvel's Iron Man and His Awesome Friends
Marvel's Iron Man and His Awesome Friends
TV-Y – This all-new series follows the adventures (and misadventures) of best friends and super geniuses — Tony Stark, Riri Williams, and Amadeus Cho — as they work together to solve problems and protect their city. To help them save the day, the Iron Friends have their own Iron Suits that enable them to fly and provide super strength. (Disney+, October 28th Premiere)
Playdate with Winnie the Pooh
Playdate with Winnie the Pooh
TV-Y – Season 3B is here! A young Winnie the Pooh and his friends enjoy all kinds of playdates at their treehouse in the Hundred Acre Wood. From flying a kite with Piglet to playing games like "Hide-and-Go-Seek" with Kanga, there's always something fun for Pooh to do with his pals. These musical shorts highlight collaborative play and the joy of spending time together. (Disney+, October 9th Premiere)

250th Anniversary Film

Flags of Our Fathers
Flags of Our Fathers
R – Clint Eastwood directed this 2006 film about the men who raised the U.S. flag over Mount Surabachi during the Battle of Iwo Jima, a turning point in World War II. The photo of the event became one of the most memorable, stirring, and iconic war images ever. Flags of Our Fathers explores the aftermath of the flag raising and how several of those traumatized men returned to the U.S. as heroes and were used to promote war bond sales. Most of all, we see how they react to fame and struggle with their hero status. The film stars Ryan Phillippe, Jesse Bradford, and Adam Beach. (Prime Video, Now Streaming)

Original Films

Matchbox: The Movie
Matchbox: The Movie
PG-13 – When a group of former childhood friends reunites, their reunion takes a wild turn when they stumble upon a dangerous international plot — and must save the world — in this action-packed, globetrotting adventure. Inspired by the iconic Mattel die-cast toy vehicle line, the film stars John Cena and Jessica Biel. (Apple TV+, October 9th Premiere)
Tenzing
Tenzing
PG – This is the little-known and inspiring tale of one of the most important mountain climbers in history, Tenzing Norgay, who, with Edmund Hillary, became the first to reach the summit of Mount Everest. Tenzing Norgay was a determined and gifted Himalayan climber who defied seemingly impossible odds to fulfill his dream. (Apple TV+, October 16th Premiere)
Doing Life
Doing Life
TV-MA – A single mother, Anika, fighting for survival, and a reformed ex-con, Carousel, with untapped talents, forge an unexpected bond in this gritty, urban drama. The two find an unlikely second chance at love and redemption. However, they must navigate strong disapproval and hesitation from Anika's family about Carousel's past conviction. Tyler Perry wrote the screenplay and directed the film. (Netflix, October 2nd Premiere)

Original Series

The Terminal List
The Terminal List
TV-MA – In Season 2, Navy SEAL Commander James Reece (Chris Pratt) turns to vengeance as he investigates the mysterious forces behind his platoon's mass murder. Free from the military's command structure, Reece draws on nearly two decades of warfare to hunt down those responsible. (Prime Video, October 21st Premiere)
Tulsa King
Tulsa King
TV-MA – In Season 4, New York mafia leader Dwight "The General" Manfredi (Sylvester Stallone) is released from prison after 25 years and exiled by his boss to set up shop in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Realizing his mob family may not have his best interests at heart, he slowly builds a crew, turning Tulsa into a major battleground. (Paramount+, October 16th Premiere)
Small Prophets
Small Prophets
TV-15 – In this 6-episode series, join the eccentric and lonely Michael Sleep as he dabbles in alchemy to investigate the disappearance of his partner, Clea, between shifts at the DIY Store. The magical and mundane unfold in a suburban shed as Sleep stumbles upon the supernatural while following a recipe in an old journal. (Apple TV+, October 7th Premiere)

New Streaming Releases

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+
Toy Story 5 — PG, Film. The toys are back! Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie, and the rest of the gang's jobs are challenged when they face Lilypad, a brand-new tablet device that arrives with her own disruptive ideas about what is best for their kid, Bonnie. Will playtime ever be the same? (Disney+)
 
The Breadwinner — PG, Film. This family comedy, starring comedian Nate Bargatze, follows the misadventures of Nate Wilcox, whose wife, Katie (Mandy Moore), lands a once-in-a-lifetime deal on Shark Tank, taking her on a prolonged business trip. Now the lifelong breadwinner has to fend for his family as a stay-at-home dad. (Netflix)
 
Thursday Night Football: NFL — Live Event, Steelers vs. Browns, 7:00 PM ET. (Prime Video)
 
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+ — TV-Y, Season 2. Want more Mickey? You got it! Enjoy new, preschool-friendly adventures featuring Mickey, Minnie, and their iconic Disney pals. (Disney+)
 
Crazy Rich, Incredibly Broke — TV-14, Film. When the snobbish and wealthy AIThahabi family discovers they're not as loaded as they think, they're forced to fake their affluence to survive. (Netflix)
 
The Way Home — TV-14, Season 4. Secrets. Drama. Romance. When a mother and daughter discover an unusual pond on their farm, they embark on an astounding journey into their family's past. (Netflix)
 
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