The best new shows and movies to watch this weekend in October 2024

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The spooky season has begun, treating entertainment lovers to spooky new releases throughout October. Thanks to platforms like Hulu, Paramount+, Netflix, Apple TV+, Peacock, Max, Disney+, and Prime Video, the amount of TV shows and movies is virtually endless. With so many streaming options available, it can be overwhelming to keep track of what you want to watch each weekend. Instead of keeping track or endlessly scrolling to find out the best new shows to streamShopBillboard has put together a guide of some of the most anticipated releases to put on your radar.

Every month, streaming platforms offer a range of exciting and new releases to add to your watchlist. From 2024 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony to channel-exclusive content from MTV, ABC and even USA Network, find the latest picks for the best TV series and movies to watch this October below.

What to Watch on Hulu This Weekend

Hulu has a full library of original shows, as well as cable shows from FX and ABC that premiere the day after they air. If you don’t have a subscription, you can get a 30-day free trial when you sign up. When the free trial ends, you will only be charged $9.99 per month. For even more content options, you can bundle Hulu with Disney+ and ESPN+ and Max for just $16.99 per month. And for live TV options, you can get Hulu + Live TV for $82.99 per month.

Family Guy: Halloween Special (2024)

Release date: Oct 14

To celebrate Family manIn celebration of Hulu’s 25th anniversary, Hulu released a Halloween special that continues the wild adventures of the Griffin family. You’ll see what happens when Peter tries to defeat the champion of Quahog’s annual pumpkin competition by any means necessary.

American horror stories (Season 4)

In the short anthology series, no two episodes are the same American horror stories. A new batch of hair-raising stories await you that will have you reaching for the light switch. Final season cast members include Michael Imperioli, Henry Winkler, Debbie Ryan, Victor Garber, Jeff Hiller, June Squibb, Dyllón Burnside and Angel Bismark.

Release date: Oct 15

What to watch on Prime Video this weekend

Prime members have access to the entire Prime video library, including Prime originals and exclusive content. If you’re not a member, Amazon offers new users a 30-day free trial. In addition to exclusive Prime benefits, you get access to the entire Prime video library. Once your free trial expires, you will be charged the regular membership fee of $14.99 per month or $139 per year.

Are you smarter than a celebrity? (Season 1)

Release date: Oct 16

Travis Kelce makes his debut as a television host Are you smarter than a celebrity? – a spin-off of the 2007 game show Are you smarter than a fifth grader? In each episode, contestants vie for a cash prize of $100,000 – all they have to do is answer 11 questions correctly with the help of some special celebrity guests.

brothers (2024)

Release date: Oct 17

October doesn’t just offer thrills and spills: Prime Video has also dropped the action comedy brothers with Peter Dinklage and Josh Brolin as twin brothers. When one of the siblings tries to break away from his crime family, the other twin convinces him to help with one final heist, during which they face legal problems, family drama and the occasional shootout.

The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh (Season 1)

Release date: Oct 17

If you want Fresh off the boatThen The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh follows a similar idea as the Pradeep family moves continents from India to the US – and faces the challenges of adjusting to a new life abroad.

The hour of the devil (Season 2)

Release date: Oct 18

Think of this series as a crime thriller with a supernatural twist – and it’s back to deliver even more mind-bending mysteries. The second season reunites Peter Capaldi and Jessica Raine as Gideon and social worker Lucy, who begins to understand more about her past life but is split between what she has in one life and what she has in hers present life is missing.

What to see on Max this weekend

Max subscribers can expect dramatic new releases when they log in. If you don’t have a subscription, you can sign up for the ad-supported plan for just $9.99 per month or $99.99 per year, or go ad-free for $15.99 per month ($149.99 per year).

Prime members can also add Max to their video library for just $9.99 per month through the Premium Channel options in the Prime Video store.

MaXXXine (2024)

Release date: Oct 18

The X The series comes to an end in the third and final part. Mia Goth plays Maxine, who is on the verge of realizing her dream of becoming a star. The only thing standing in her way? A serial killer who seems to stalk her every step.

What to see on Disney+ this weekend

Disney+ is the destination for everything Disney, including Marvel, star Wars and National Geographic content. The platform doesn’t come with a free trial, but you can choose from a variety of budget-friendly plans starting at $9.99 per month depending on your needs. You can expand your content options by bundling Disney+ with ESPN+, Hulu, and Max for just $16.99 per month.

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony (2024)

Release date: Oct 19

The star-studded event will see a new mix of artists inducted into the legendary Hall of Fame, with performances from Mary J. Blige, Cher, Dave Matthews Band, Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Kool & the Gang and more.

What to watch on Paramount+ this weekend

Paramount+ is the official streaming platform for Showtime, Nickelodeon, MTV, CBS, Comedy Central and even its own exclusive content. Paramount+ subscribers can watch and stream all content in the library, including live content, for free. New users who sign up can benefit from a free seven-day trial where they can watch everything for free. Once the free trial expires, you will be charged $7.99 per month (or $59.99 per year). To get access to Showtime content, you’ll need to sign up for Paramount+ With Showtime, which only costs $12.99 per month.

Georgie and Mandy’s first marriage (Season 1)

Release date: Oct 17

Young Sheldon Fans can look forward to a new series focusing on another member of the Cooper family: Georgie. The series follows him and his wife Mandy as they juggle parenthood, marriage and judgmental in-laws.

What to watch on Peacock this weekend

Peacock is home to all NBC, Bravo, and USA Network originals, but you can also find exclusive Peacock originals like the third season of Bel Air. Peacock subscribers have free and immediate access to the new series and films on offer. Although there is no free trial, new users who sign up can benefit from affordable packages starting at $7.99 per month.

Happy’s Place (Season 1)

Release date: Oct 18

Reba McEntire leaves her comedy behind in a new sitcom in which she plays bull-headed Bobbie, who inherits her recently deceased father’s tavern in Tennessee. What she doesn’t expect is to also gain a new business partner, who happens to be her long-lost half-sister that she never knew about.

Saturday Night Live (Season 50)

Release date: Oct 19

Saturday Night Live continues its milestone season with Michael Keaton hosting with musical support from Billie Eilish.

What to watch on Apple TV+ this weekend

Apple TV+ doesn’t skimp on providing new and exclusive TV shows and movies to subscribers. A subscription is required to view original content. However, new users can benefit from a seven-day free trial. Once the free trial expires, you will be charged the regular subscription price of $9.99 per month.

shrinkage (Season 2)

Release date: Oct 16

The second season of Jason Segel and Harrison Ford’s dramedy is sure to delight you Shrinkage. The series continues to follow a grieving therapist who challenges conventional therapy methods by telling his patients exactly what he thinks while navigating challenges in his personal life.

What to watch on Netflix this weekend

In addition to traditional sign-up, new Netflix subscribers can take advantage of free trials and promotions offered through Xfinity, T-Mobile and Verizon.

Woman of the hour (2024)

Release date: Oct 18

Anna Kendrick makes her directorial debut Woman of the houra drama inspired by real events. Kendrick plays an aspiring actress in the 1970s who crosses paths with a serial killer when they are both cast in an episode of… The dating game.