These New Movies Coming to Netflix in October Bring All the Chills and Thrills

Starring Jake Gyllenhaal, 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

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 theater in September 2020 due to COVID) stars Jeanna de Waal as Princess Di.

When it's available: Oct. 1

When a rising rap star has a humiliating video go viral, he sets out on a quest for redemption. As he fights to regain his career, confidence, and reputation, he goes through a whole series of surprising twists and turns over the course of one long night.

When it's available: Oct. 1

In 1980s Lagos, Nigeria, Tolani faces the daily struggle of life's constant pressures. When she becomes involved in drug smuggling with her streetwise friend, she eventually has to face the fallout.

When it's available: Oct. 1

In this Chinese teen movie with a musical twist, a white lie leads to unexpected results. Chen Chen and Zheng Yuxing find themselves building a deep friendship, even though they must face the harsh realities of growing up.

When it's available: Oct. 3

Netflix continues to have fun with the concept of interactive movie experiences! In this Halloween movie featuring WWE superstars, a tag team faces unexpected challenges at the ultimate haunted house. The Undertaker's mansion is full of dangerous supernatural challenges, and only viewers can decide the fate of these three friends trying get out alive from The Undertaker's lair.

When it's available: Oct. 5

Adapted from Stephanie Perkins's 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

In this Turkish thriller, a police chief becomes embroiled in a fatal incident just before a planned promotion. As he pursues the case, he soon uncovers a grudge-fueled plot that threatens his associates.

When it's available: Oct. 8

Siblings Nik and Tesla (along with Tesla's kids) are forced to live together by the terms of their father's will. Stuck together against their own wishes, the siblings decide to try to overcome their differences to become a family in more than just blood.

When it's available: Oct. 8

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 neighbor's son. However, a wild and terrifying conspiracy unravels throughout the film.

When it's available: Oct. 10

This Polish film centers around the aftermath of a murder investigation following the killing of a member of the gay community in 1980s Warsaw. Dissatisfied with the official results, one officer makes it his mission to uncover what really happened.

When it's available: Oct. 13

Have you ever wanted to dive into the world of French stand-up comedy? Now's your chance, with this comedy special bringing together the best French comedians as they perform sketches and stand-up sets that are funny in any country.

When it's available: Oct. 14

In this Dutch war drama, three peoples' fates overlap during WWII's crucial Battle of the Scheldt. As the battle unfolds, the lives of a glider pilot, a Nazi soldier, and a reluctant Resistance recruit tragically intertwine.

When it's available: Oct. 15

After a partner swap experiment takes an unexpected turn, four friends arrive at a remote beach hut. Forced in isolation, the group has no choice but to face each other, and some hidden truths.

When it's available: Oct. 15

Starring Noomi Rapace, this Norwegian horror comedy follows a married couple who are both plotting to end their marriage via murder. When they head out a trip to a remote cabin to carry out their plans, they end up running into an even bigger threat that puts their initial murderous intentions on hold.

When it's available: Oct. 15

If you're not tired of lockdown-themed media, this lighthearted French film is for you! When Paris goes into lockdown during the pandemic, a mismatched group of residents of an apartment building must adjust to a new life and being, well, stuck with each other.

When it's available: Oct. 20

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 realize their true horrific nature until it's too late.

When it's available: Oct. 20

A 9-year-old boy lives a normal life with his single mom and granddad. Then, their lives are completely upended when a rock guitarist enters their world and changes everything.

When it's available: Oct. 21

This eerie Polish horror sequel is back for another dose of slasher thrills, just in time for spooky season. At the center of it all is Adaś, a young, lonely, unhappy policeman from a small village who is looking for his place in the world and finds much more than he bargained for.

When it's available: Oct. 27

Looking for something more psychological and twisty? This French film follows Jean-Louis, a man whose heart stops beating. In the film, he's forced to overcome his inner struggles and ask his mother a very specific question — or else he'll be dead in three days.

When it's available: Oct. 29

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

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