If your only plan for October is to watch a whole bunch of scary movies [1], then you're in luck, because Netflix is bringing even more thrills. Leading up to Halloween [2], you can expect to see a vampire flick [3] starring Debby Ryan and Sydney Sweeney, a chilling teen slasher film with Sydney Park, a psychological thriller starring Kate Siegel, and so much more. And don't worry if you're not into thrills and chills — you can look forward to some not-so-scary titles [4] as well. Check out the movies you can look forward to streaming in October.
The Guilty
Starring Jake Gyllenhaal [6], this remake of the 2018 Danish crime thriller tells the story of a demoted police officer who unexpectedly receives a call from a kidnapped woman, asking for his help.
When it's available: Oct. 1 [7]
Diana: The Musical
Based on the life of the late Diana, Princess of Wales, this live stage recording of the Broadway musical (which was shot in an empty theatre in September 2020 due to COVID) stars Jeanna de Waal as Princess Di.
When it's available: Oct. 1 [8]
There's Someone Inside Your House
Adapted from Stephanie Perkins' novel of the same name, this slasher flick stars Sydney Park as Makani, a teen from Hawaii. After moving to live with her grandmother in Nebraska, Makani discovers that her new classmates are being targeted and murdered one by one.
When it's available: Oct. 6 [9]
Night Teeth
In this twisty vampire thriller — which includes the all-star cast of Debby Ryan, Sydney Sweeney, Alexander Ludwig, Lucy Fry, Raúl Castillo, and Alfie Allen, among others — a college student making extra money as a chauffeur picks up two women for a night of partying. However, he doesn't realise their true horrific nature until it's too late.
When it's available: Oct. 20 [10]
Army of Thieves
A prequel to Army of the Dead, this zombie heist comedy takes place six years before the original. This film follows Ludwig Dieter (reprised by Matthias Schweighöfer) in his early days of safecracking during the beginning stages of the zombie outbreak.
When it's available: Oct. 29 [11]
Hypnotic
Featuring Kate Siegel, Jason O'Mara, and Dulé Hill, Hypnotic follows a young woman who seeks the help of a renowned hypnotist. To her surprise, the intense sessions end up having deadly consequences.
When it's available: TBA
Fever Dream
Based on Samanta Schweblin's novel of the same name, this trippy thriller follows a young woman who lies dying in a rural hospital clinic alongside her neighbour's son. However, a wild and terrifying conspiracy unravels throughout the film.
When it's available: TBA