October marks the peak of Halloween movie season, making it an ideal time for two major horror releases to debut on streaming. The extremely grotesque ninth installment in the long-running franchise, “Evil Dead Burn,” premieres on HBO Max, while indie horror enthusiasts can watch Jane Schoenbrun’s instant cult classic “Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma” on Mubi following its successful summer run that began at the Cannes Film Festival.
For viewers outside the horror genre, summer tentpoles “Disclosure Day” and “Minions & Monsters” are arriving on Peacock. Although neither film dominated the box office, streaming offers a convenient platform to view Steven Spielberg’s latest alien blockbuster and the newest entry in the popular “Despicable Me” franchise. Meanwhile, A24’s theatrical hit “The Invite” brings its Oscar buzz to HBO Max.
Below is a complete rundown of the biggest movies hitting streaming platforms this month.
The Invite (Oct. 23 on HBO Max)
Olivia Wilde’s acclaimed comedy earns its place on the platform after grossing $58 million worldwide during the summer. Wilde stars alongside Seth Rogen, Penelope Cruz, and Edward Norton in a story about two couples whose chaotic dinner party lays bare the fractures in their relationships. Variety praised the film as a “bravura dinner-party dramedy” reminiscent of a Woody Allen remake of “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?”
Disclosure Day (Oct. 9 on Peacock)
Steven Spielberg’s return to alien-centric science fiction arrives on Peacock after a $241 million global theatrical run. The chase thriller features Josh O’Connor and Emily Blunt as a cybersecurity analyst and a meteorologist on a mission to reveal alien life to the world. The film also stars Colin Firth, Eve Hewson, and Colman Domingo, drawing comparisons to Spielberg’s earlier classics like “E.T.” and “Close Encounters of the Third Kind.”
The Death of Robin Hood (Oct. 16 on HBO Max)
Directed by Michael Sarnoski, known for “Pig” and “A Quiet Place: Day One,” this A24 release features Hugh Jackman as an aged, battle-weary Robin Hood living in exile and haunted by his past. After befriending an orphaned girl, the titular character finds a path to redemption. The cast includes Jodie Comer, Bill Skarsgård, Murray Bartlett, and Noah Jupe.
Evil Dead Burn (Oct. 2 on HBO Max)
Timing its release perfectly for Halloween, this third film since the 2013 reboot is directed by Sébastien Vaniček. Souheila Yacoub, known for “Dune: Part Two,” stars as a woman seeking comfort from her in-laws after her husband dies. Their secluded gathering turns into a nightmare as the family members transform into Deadites.
Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma (Oct. 2 on Mubi)
Jane Schoenbrun returns with this meta slasher dark comedy, which debuted to acclaim at Cannes and went on to gross $8 million worldwide—making it the director’s highest-grossing film to date. Hannah Einbinder plays a filmmaker rebooting a horror franchise who teams up with Gillian Anderson, who delivers a seductive performance as the original star.
Minions & Monsters (Oct. 28 on Peacock)
Despite an underwhelming $523 million box office haul for the “Despicable Me” franchise, this animated film is set to attract family audiences. Directed by Pierre Coffin and Patrick Delage, the story is set in 1920s Hollywood, where the Minions struggle to adapt to talkies and accidentally unleash monsters into Los Angeles.
Animals (Oct. 9 on Netflix)
Ben Affleck directs, co-writes, and stars in this Netflix original crime thriller, potentially extending the streaming success seen with “The Rip.” Affleck plays a Los Angeles mayoral candidate whose life unravels when his son is kidnapped, forcing him and his wife to make desperate choices. The film also features Kerry Washington, Gillian Anderson, Adriana Paz, Ray Fisher, and Steven Yeun.
Oasis: Don’t Look Back in Anger (Oct. 9 on Disney+ and Hulu)
This acclaimed documentary captures the highly publicized 2025 reunion and comeback tour of brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher. With access to rehearsals and backstage footage, the film includes the first joint interview with the siblings in over 25 years.
Sacrifice (Oct. 16 on Netflix)
Romain Gavras makes his English-language debut with this thriller starring Chris Evans and Anya Taylor-Joy. Evans plays a movie star attempting a comeback after a viral meltdown, while Taylor-Joy leads environmentalist radicals who hijack a black-tie gala he is attending. Vincent Cassel and Salma Hayek Pinault also appear in the cast.
Love of Your Life (Oct. 14 on Prime Video)
Rachel Morrison’s romantic drama earned strong reviews after its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival. Margaret Qualley stars as Maya, whose life is upended after a chance encounter with Charlie, played by Gabriel Basso, sets off a sweeping romance that forces her to reckon with her identity and future.
Masterplan (Oct. 16 on Prime Video)
Stanley Tucci headlines this heist movie as a legendary thief targeting the Mona Lisa. He recruits two young strangers—a cybercrime expert and an explosives specialist—only to reveal they are his long-lost siblings and that he is their father. Simona Tabasco and Victor Belmondo join the supporting cast.
V/H/S Mixtape (Oct. 9 on Shudder)
The ninth installment in the horror anthology series features segments from directors Ernest Dickerson, RZA, David Moreau, and Renee Zhan. Musician Flying Lotus contributes music video interludes, while debut filmmaker Tobias Forge and heavy metal band GWAR also make appearances.
The Housemaid (Oct. 9 on HBO Max)
Starring Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried, this thriller grossed an impressive $400 million worldwide, launching a new franchise. Sweeney returns alongside director Paul Feig, with Kirsten Dunst and Paul Anthony Kelly joining the cast. A sequel, “The Housemaid’s Secret,” is scheduled for release in December 2027.
Tenzing (Oct. 16 on Apple TV)
Directed by Jennifer Peedom, this thriller stars Genden Phuntsok as Tenzing Norgay, the Himalayan climber who summited Everest alongside Edmund Hillary, played by Tom Hiddleston. Willem Dafoe and Caitríona Balfe also star in the film, which is based on true events.
Hokum (Oct. 10 on Hulu)
Adam Scott stars as Ohm Bauman, an alcoholic author who becomes an unlikely detective solving the mystery of a haunted hotel in a remote Irish town. Director Damian McCarthy teams up with Scott for this unnerving spine-chiller that explores themes of trauma and supernatural occurrences.
Doing Life (Oct. 2 on Netflix)
Tyler Perry’s latest original film follows a single mother and a reformed ex-con who find a second chance with each other. The cast includes Naomi Baker, Jay Reeves, Tamberla Perry, Karen Obilom, Jasmine Sargent, Lucky Johnson, and Danielle Moné Truitt.
Lorne (Oct. 5 on Netflix)
Oscar winner Morgan Neville directs this documentary portrait of Lorne Michaels, the creator of “Saturday Night Live.” The film traces Michaels’ journey from a young Canadian writer to the cultural force behind the iconic sketch show, featuring exclusive archival material and candid interviews.
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