top Streaming Picks for the Weekend of October 3-5 Include New “V/H/S” Installment
As October dawns, horror fans and streaming enthusiasts alike have a robust selection of new movies and shows to choose from this weekend. From chilling anthology films to compelling dramas, several fresh titles have arrived on various platforms, offering entertainment for a wide range of tastes.
This influx of content arrives as streaming services continue to bolster their libraries with original and licensed programming, catering to the growing demand for at-home entertainment.The weekend of October 3-5 presents a notably strong lineup, with ShudderS latest horror offering leading the charge alongside new releases across platforms like Netflix and more. Here’s a curated guide to the best new streaming options.
1. “V/H/S/Halloween” (Shudder)
Shudder’s annual contribution to its popular “V/H/S” anthology franchise, “V/H/S/halloween,” premieres friday, October 3rd.The five-part horror film features segments directed by bryan Ferguson, Anna Zlokovic, Casper Kelly, and Alex Ross Perry. Continuing the series’ signature found-footage aesthetic inspired by VHS tapes, the stories encompass a range of unsettling scenarios, including a disastrous corporate taste test and a video store’s collection of tapes meant to aid law enforcement in locating missing children.
2. “Painkiller” (netflix)
Netflix releases its limited series “Painkiller” on August 10th, examining the origins and impact of the opioid crisis. The drama stars Matthew Broderick and Taylor Kitsch and explores the stories of individuals affected by the epidemic, and also the corporate and legal battles surrounding the production and marketing of opioid painkillers.
3. “Reptile“ (Netflix)
Benicio del Toro stars in the new Netflix thriller “Reptile,” debuting October 6th. The film follows a hardened detective as he investigates the brutal murder of a real estate agent, uncovering a web of deception and corruption. Justin Timberlake also appears in the cast.
4. “The Holdovers” (Limited Theatrical Release)
Alexander payne’s ”The Holdovers” begins a limited theatrical release on October 6th. Starring Paul Giamatti, the film centers on a curmudgeonly boarding school teacher tasked with supervising the students who remain on campus during the Christmas break.
5. “Totally Killer” (Prime Video)
Prime Video’s slasher comedy “Totally Killer” arrives October 6th. The film features Kiernan Shipka as a teenager who travels back in time to prevent the murder of her mother, encountering the infamous Sweet Sixteen Killer.
6. “Beckham” (Netflix)
A four-part documentary series, “Beckham,” premieres October 4th on Netflix. The series chronicles the life and career of soccer superstar David beckham, offering an intimate look at his rise to fame, his personal life, and his enduring legacy.
7. “High Potential” (ABC/Hulu)
The new procedural drama “high Potential” debuts October 3rd on ABC and Hulu. Based on a French series, the show follows a single mother with a high IQ who becomes a consultant for the Los Angeles Police Department.
8. ”The fall of the House of Usher” (Netflix)
mike Flanagan’s gothic horror series “The Fall of the House of Usher” continues its weekly release on Netflix, with new episodes dropping Thursdays. Inspired by the works of Edgar Allan Poe, the series follows the Usher family as they grapple with a mysterious curse and a series of tragic events.
