7 Best New Movies and TV Shows Officially Coming to Netflix in October 2026
Written by Siddhika Prajapati, Senior Journalist & Content Head
Published Sep 21, 2026, 6:43 AM NY Time
Netflix is stacking October 2026 with enough heavy hitters to make choosing the evening watch considerably harder. Prepare for a mix of literary adaptations, political thrillers, monster movies, heists, cults, and Night City’s familiar brand of carnage.
Here are seven October arrivals that deserve a spot on your watchlist:
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East of Eden – October 1
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Netflix kicks off October with an epic adaptation of John Steinbeck's classic novel, East of Eden. Florence Pugh leads a star-studded cast including Christopher Abbott, Mike Faist, Hoon Lee, Tracy Letts, Martha Plimpton, Ciarán Hinds, and more. Director Zoe Kazan aims for both grand scale and intimate storytelling, capturing the sweeping narrative across generations.
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Below – October 8
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Josh Hartnett leads a crew battling a terrifying sea creature lurking beneath the waters off Newfoundland in this six-episode creature thriller. Alongside him are Mackenzie Davis and Charlie Heaton (from Stranger Things). The series delves into the rugged and isolated Canadian fishing community, offering both beauty and terror.
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The Diplomat Season 4 – October 15
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Diplomatic intrigue returns with a fourth season of The Diplomat. Details are scarce, but expect more high-stakes political maneuvering from the series' global power players.
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Lupin Part 4 – October 28
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The adventures of assasin Assane Diop continue in the fourth part of Lupin. This French series has captivated audiences worldwide with its blend of heist, mystery, and drama.
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Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 – October 28
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Fans of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners will get a second season to explore Night City's neon-soaked dystopia in October. Expect more gritty action, mind-bending tech, and thrilling heists.
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Sacrifice – October 28
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Chris Evans stars in Sacrifice, a thriller about an ex-special ops agent forced to confront his past. The series promises high-octane action, suspense, and a deep dive into the complexities of redemption.
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Below – October 28
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Josh Hartnett stars in another October release, this time as part of a heist gone wrong in Below. This thrilling series explores the aftermath when a group of criminals find themselves trapped below deck on a ship with something far more sinister than they bargained for.