Netflix Unveils Extensive October 2026 Lineup Headlined by Horror Classics and ‘Twilight’

Netflix is gearing up for Halloween with a robust slate of titles arriving throughout October 2026, headlined by a significant collection of horror films and popular franchise returns.

The streamer is adding enduring classics to its library, including Universal’s “Dracula,” “Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein,” “Psycho,” and the “Friday the 13th” franchise. Newer horror entries such as “Ouija,” “The Strangers,” and “Evil Dead Rise” are also set to join the platform, catering to fans of both vintage and modern scares.

For viewers seeking alternatives to the genre, Netflix is introducing the complete “Twilight” franchise, appealing to vampire enthusiasts. Lighter fare includes comedies like “21 Jump Street,” “A Madea Family Funeral,” and “Bring It On,” alongside rom-coms and dramas such as “The Devil Wears Prada,” “Love Actually,” and “Call Me By Your Name.” Emotional selections for the month also include “East of Eden” and “Moonlight.”

Key additions beginning October 1 span multiple genres, featuring the Bourne series, “Crimson Peak,” “The Sixth Sense,” and NCIS seasons 20-22. Later in the month, high-profile releases include the action thrillers “Heat” and “Gladiator II” on October 16 and 21, respectively, as well as the animated series “Solar Opposites” Season 6.

The October calendar also highlights several television premieres and returns, including “Mayor of Kingstown” (Seasons 1-4), “The Diplomat” Season 4, “Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2,” and “Lupin” Part 4. Documentary fans can look forward to titles such as “Tyler Perry’s Doing Life,” “Norm: The Tale of Norm Macdonald,” and “Surviving Hurricane Otis.” The month concludes on October 30 with the release of “SCTV: The Greatest Show You’ve Never Heard Of.”