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Movies coming out in October 2025 include Tron: Ares, Black Phone 2, Bone Lake, The Smashing Machine, and Kiss of the Spider Woman. These highly anticipated picks lead a lineup of horror, action, drama, and thriller available in theatres and streaming platforms like Netflix, Disney, and Shudder.
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Key takeaways
- Catch new drama movies premiering in theatres in October, including Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere, Good Fortune, and After the Hunt.
- The Dark Crystal returns to celebrate Jim Henson’s company’s 70th anniversary, while Casper will be returning to celebrate its 30th anniversary.
- As Halloween month, October has spooky films like V/H/S/Halloween, Good Boy, and Broken Bird.
- Kids’ and family-friendly movies premiering in October include The Twits, DORA: Magic Mermaid Adventures, and Pets on a Train.
Movies coming out in October 2025 in theatres
October brings a mix of thrillers, dramas, comedies, and horror films. Here are some of the movies set to premiere in theatres in October 2025.
1. The Smashing Machine (3 October)
- Genre: Biography, drama, action
- Director: Benny Safdie
- Major cast: Dwayne Johnson, Emily Blunt, Ryan Bader, Bas Rutten, Oleksandr Usyk
- Where to watch: Theatre
The Smashing Machine is a biographical drama that follows the story of Mark Kerr, a renowned wrestler and martial arts fighter. The movie explores an emotional journey both on the ring and off. The film, directed by Benny Safdie, stars Dwayne Johnson, Emily Blunt, and Ryan Bader in the lead.
2. Killing Faith (3 October)
- Genre: Supernatural, thriller
- Director: Ned Crowley
- Major cast: Guy Pearce, DeWanda Wise, Bill Pullman
- Where to watch: Theatre
Killing Faith is a supernatural thriller set in West America in 1849, when survival was a daily struggle. The film revolves around a widowed doctor who takes on a mission to accompany a formerly enslaved person and her sick daughter.
3. Tron: Ares (10 October)
- Genre: Sci-fi, action
- Director: Joachim Rønning
- Major cast: Jared Leto, Greta Lee, Evans Peters, Jeff Bridges
- Where to watch: Theatre
Tron: Ares, directed by Joachim Rønning, is a Disney movie coming out on 10 October 2025. The film will introduce Ares, a highly advanced program. Ares is sent from the digital realm on a dangerous, secret mission. The lead cast includes Jared Leto, Jeff Bridges, Greta Lee, and Gillian Anderson.
4. Roofman (10 October)
- Genre: Crime, drama, comedy
- Director: Derek Cianfrance
- Major cast: Channing Tatum, Kirsten Dunst, Peter Dinklage, Uzo Aduba, Ben Mendelsohn
- Where to watch: Theatre
Roofman is a Paramount Pictures and Miramax movie coming to theatres this October. It tells the story of Jeffrey Manchester, a former Army Ranger who became a bank robber. He got his nickname ‘Roofman’ because of his style of cutting holes in McDonald’s restaurants.
5. Soul On Fire (10 October)
- Genre: Biography, drama
- Director: Sean McNanara
- Major cast: Joel Courtney, John Corbett, Willian H. Macy, Stephanie Szostak, DeVon Franklin
- Where to watch: Theatre
Soul On Fire is a biographical drama inspired by the real-life story of John O’Leary, who miraculously survived a burn accident as a child. It follows his arduous journey to recovery and is a powerful testament of faith and resilience. Soul On Fire was shot in St. Lois, Missouri, which is O’Leary’s hometown.
6. Kiss of the Spider Woman (10 October)
- Genre: Musical, drama
- Director: Bill Condon
- Major cast: Diego Luna, Jennifer Lopez, Tonatiuh, Bruno Bichir
- Where to watch: Theatre
Kiss of the Spider Woman is based on the 1976 novel by Manuel Puig and a Broadway musical with the same name. It’s a powerful film set in the confines of a prison cell and focuses on an unexpected friendship between a political prisoner and a window dresser. The film first premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January 2025 and is set to be released in theatres on 10 October 2025.
7. After the Hunt (10 October)
- Genre: Drama, thriller
- Director: Luca Guadagnino
- Major cast: Julia Roberts, Ayo Edebiri, Andrew Garfield, Michael Stuhlbarg, Chloë Sevigny
- Where to watch: Theatre
After the Hunt, a psychological drama directed by the acclaimed film director Luca Guadagnino, tells the story of Alma, a respected college professor. Her world turns upside down after a student accuses one of her colleagues of assault. The film stars the talented Julia Roberts, Ayo Edebiri, and Andrew Garfield.
8. Good Fortune (17 October)
- Genre: Comedy, fantasy, drama
- Director: Aziz Ansari
- Major cast: Aziz Ansari, Keanu Reeves, Seth Rogen, Keke Palmer, Sandra Oh
- Where to watch: Theatre
Good Fortune is a movie that promises a unique blend of humour and heart. It tells the story of Gabriel, a clumsy angel played by Keanu Reeves. He decides to meddle in the lives of Arj, played by Aziz Ansari, and Jeff, played by Seth Rogen, to teach them a lesson. The two decide to swap lives, which leads to chaos.
9. Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere (24 October)
- Genre: Biography, musical, drama
- Director: Scott Cooper
- Major cast: Jeremy Allen White, Jeremy Strong, Paul Walter, Stephen Graham, Odessa Young
- Where to watch: Theatre
Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere is based on Warren Zanes’ 2023 biographical film with the same name. It dives into the making of Bruce Springsteen’s 1982 album Nebraska. The movie features notable actors like Jeremy Allen White, Jeremy Strong, and Paul Walter.
Horror movies coming out in October 2025
October is the month of the Halloween celebration, and what better way to celebrate than with spooky horror movies? Below is a list of horror movies you can watch this October.
1. Bone Lake (3 October)
- Genre: Horror, thriller
- Director: Mercedes Bryce Morgan
- Major cast: Maddie Hasson, Alex Roe, Marco Pigossi, Andra Nechita
- Where to watch: Theatre
Bone Lake is a horror thriller film that revolves around a couple’s romantic getaway that goes wrong. The vacation is at a remote lakeside mansion where they have to share with another strange but attractive couple. As time goes by, tensions rise, leading to a brutal and bloody struggle to survive.
2. Shelby Oaks (3 October)
- Genre: Horror, mystery
- Director: Chris Stuckmann
- Major cast: Camille Sullivan, Brendan Sexton III, Michael Beach, Keith David
- Where to watch: Theatre
Shelby Oaks is a horror film by Chris Stuckmann, a renowned American YouTuber. The movie follows Mia, who is searching for her well-known paranormal YouTuber sister Riley. Mia’s search leads her down a rabbit hole into a demon from Riley’s childhood imaginary world and her investigations.
3. V/H/S/Halloween (3 October)
- Genre: Horror
- Directors: Bran M. Ferguson, Casper Kelly, Alex Ross Perry, Paco Plaza
- Major cast: Almudena Amor, Sarah Nicklin, Jenna Hogan, Isabella Feliciana
- Where to watch: Theatre, Shudder
V/H/S/Halloween is the eighth instalment of the V/H/S/ found footage horror series. This instalment is centred around the theme of Halloween. The chilling analogy features six stories tied together by discovering Halloween tapes.
4. Good Boy (3 October)
- Genre: Horror, mystery, thriller
- Director: Ben Leonberg
- Major cast: Indy, Shane Jensen, Arielle Friedman, Larry Fessenden
- Where to watch: Theatre
Good Boy is a horror film told entirely from a dog’s perspective. Indy is a loyal canine who, after noticing a supernatural force threatening his owner, Todd, must fight to protect his boss. The film debuted at SXSW 2025 and hits theatres on 3 October 2025.
5. Black Phone 2 (17 October)
- Genre: Horror, thriller, supernatural
- Director: Scott Derrickson
- Major cast: Ethan Hawke, Mason Thames, Madeleine McGraw, Jeremy Davis
- Where to watch: Theatre
Black Phone 2 is among the most highly anticipated films in October. It is a sequel to the 2022 hit movie The Black Phone. Ethan Hawke returns as Grabber, Mason Thames as Finney, and Madeleine McGraw as Gwen.
6. Broken Bird (17 October)
- Genre: Horror, mystery, psychological thriller
- Director: Joanne Mitchell
- Major cast: Rebecca Calder, Jay Taylor, James Fleet, Sacharissa Claxton
- Where to watch: Theatre (USA)
Broken Bird is a dark and haunting psychological horror film. It follows the story of Sybil, a lonely mortuary assistant fascinated by death. Her isolated life is turned upside-down when she meets Emma, a police detective who is also battling her own demons of addiction and loss.
Kids’ movies coming out in October 2025
October 2025 has lined up new kids’ movies in theatres as follows:
1. DORA: Magic Mermaid Adventures (3 October)
- Genre: Animated, family, musical
- Directors: George Chialtas, Allan Jacobsen
- Major cast: Fatima Ptacek, Eduardo Aristizabal, Christina Milian
- Where to watch: Theatre
DORA: Magic Mermaid Adventures is a colourful, kids-friendly animated movie. Dora and her friends get a magical makeover, transforming them into mermaids. They are on a mission to stop the wicked mermaid La Sirena Mala from stealing treasure in the ocean.
2. Casper (re-released 3 October)
- Genre: Family, fantasy, comedy
- Director: Brad Silberling
- Major cast: Christina Ricci, Bill Pullman, Malachi Pearson, Joe Nipote
- Where to watch: Theatre
Casper is a 1995 family classic movie returning to celebrate its 30th anniversary from 3 October through 31 October in theatres. The film follows the story of Casper, a friendly ghost looking for a friend. His world changes when he meets Dr. Harvey, a ghost therapist, and his daughter, Kat.
3. The Dark Crystal (12 October)
- Genre: Fantasy, adventure
- Directors: Jim Henson, Frank Oz
- Major cast: Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Kathryn Mullen, Dave Goelz
- Where to watch: Theatre, Netflix (re-release)
The Dark Crystal is a 1982 classic film, returning to theatres on 12 October as part of Jim Henson’s company’s 70th anniversary. The Dark Crystal takes viewers to the mythical world of Thra. Jen, a brave Gelfing, must find a powerful crystal to restore balance in the world.
4. The Twits (17 October)
- Genre: Animated, musical, comedy
- Director: Phil Johnston
- Major cast: Johnny Vegas, Margo Martindale, Natalie Portman, Emilia Clarke
- Where to watch: Netflix
The Twits is an animated film based on Roald Dahl’s classic novel. It revolves around a couple who run a gross amusement park. They plan to take over the town, but two brave children and a family of magical animals team up to stop them.
5. Pets on a Train (17 October)
- Genre: Animated, adventure, comedy
- Directors: Benoit Daffis, Jean-Christian Tassy
- Major voice cast: Damien Ferrette, Herve Jolly, Nicolas Marie, Emmanuel Garijo
- Where to watch: Theatre
Pets on a Train is a fun French animated adventure. It follows a clever raccoon named Falcon and a brave police dog named Rex. The two are caught in a train heist, and must work together to save animals trapped on the train.
What movies are coming out in October 2025?
October has an exciting list of movies from different genres. Some highly anticipated movies include The Dark Crystal, Black Phone 2, and Bone Lake.
Are there Disney movies coming out in October 2025?
Disney has one movie premiering this October. Tron: Ares is a Sci-fi action film set to premiere in theatres on 10 October 2025.
Are there Halloween movies coming out in October 2025?
Several Halloween and horror movies are premiering in October.V/H/S/Halloween, Shelby Oaks, Good Boy, and Broken Bird are the most anticipated.
The October 2025 film lineup offers something for everyone, from chilling horror to heart-warming family-friendly movies. Movies coming out in October 2025 include Tron: Ares, Black Phone 2, Dark Crystal, and V/H/S/Halloween.
Legit.ng recently published an article about new K-dramas in September 2025. New K-dramas you can watch in September 2025 include To the Moon, A Hundred Memories, My Youth, Queen Mantis, and You and Everything Else.
The Korean entertainment industry has lined up a variety of genres, including thrillers, romance, action, and drama. You can stream these shows on platforms like Netflix, JTBC, Prime Video, Disney+, and Hulu. Check out more K-dramas released in September 2025.
Proofreading by Kola Muhammed, copy editor at Legit.ng.
Source: Legit.ng
