This week is packed with thrilling new releases that are sure to keep you glued to your screens. Dive into the captivating world of Transformers One, where the origins of Optimus Prime and Megatron are explored through stunning animation and a star-studded voice cast, including Chris Hemsworth and Scarlett Johansson. For those craving suspense, Canary Black features Kate Beckinsale as a CIA operative caught in a web of betrayal to save her kidnapped husband.
Fans of gripping narratives will also want to check out Like a Dragon: Yakuza, a series that delves into the complexities of friendship and loyalty within the yakuza underworld. And if you’re in the mood for laughs, the final season of What We Do in the Shadows promises more hilarious escapades from Staten Island’s favorite vampires. Plus, if horror is your thing, you can look forward to the chilling film Don’t Move, where survival takes on a terrifying twist. With such an exciting lineup, there’s sure to be something for everyone to enjoy.
PRIME
Transformers One
Transformers One only recently came to theaters, and audiences everywhere have loved it. Now, you can rent or buy it on Prime beginning October 22. It tells the story of the origins of the relationship between Optimus Prime and Megatron, as they were once very good friends. The voice cast includes Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, Scarlett Johansson, Steve Buscemi, John Hamm, Keegan-Michael Key, and Laurence Fishburne.
Canary Black
Canary Black is a new film coming to Prime on October 24. It tells the story of a top CIA operative who is blackmailed by terrorists into betraying her own country to save her kidnapped husband. Cut off from her team, she turns to her underworld contacts to help locate the coveted intelligence that the kidnappers want. Kate Beckinsale stars as the lead.
Like a Dragon: Yakuza
Like a Dragon: Yakuza is a new series coming to Prime on October 24. The story unfolds across two intersecting timelines. In 1995, four friends eager to escape their restrictive lives in an orphanage dive into the yakuza-controlled underworld of 1995 Kamurocho. In 2005, their friendship has deteriorated as tensions between the Tojo Clan and the Omi Alliance are now at a boiling point.
HULU
What We Do in the Shadows – Season 6
What We Do in the Shadows is back for a 6th and final season, which will be back on FX on October 21 and Hulu on October 22. This last season will follow the group of Staten Island-based vampires and their trusty assistant, Guillermo, as they get into all kinds of crazy antics while trying to exist in modern-day society.
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MAX
Trap
Trap is coming to Max on October 25. The horror film tells the story of a man and his teenage daughter who realize they’re at the center of a dark and sinister event while watching a concert. Josh Hartnett stars as the lead in the M. Night Shyamalan film.
Somebody Somewhere – Season 3
Somebody Somewhere is returning to Max for its 3rd and final season on October 27. This season of the beloved show, which has a perfect 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes, will follow Sam as she settles into her community and tries to navigate all the changes in her life without falling back into bad habits. The show stars Bridget Everett and Jeff Hiller.
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PARAMOUNT+
Star Trek: Lower Decks
Star Trek: Lower Decks will premiere its 5th and final season on Paramount+ on October 24. This last season is set in the 24th century and follows the adventures of the low-rankin
Lioness – Season 2
Lioness is back for a 2nd season, which will premiere on Paramount+ on October 27. This season will follow the members of the CIA as they must hire a new operative to avoid a threat that could land closer to home. The show stars Zoe Saldaña, Nicole Kidman, and Michael Kelly.
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NETFLIX
Don’t Move
Don’t Move is a new film coming to Netflix on October 25. It tells the story of a grieving woman in a secluded forest who encounters a killer who injects her with a paralytic drug. As her body shuts down, her fight for survival begins. The film stars Finn Wittrock, Kelsey Asbille, and Moray Treadwell.
Daddio
Daddio was a hit when it came to theaters back in September, and now you can catch it on Netflix beginning October 26. It tells the story of a woman who gets into a taxi at a New York airport and gradually tells the driver about her unfortunate decisions that led to an affair with a married man, while the driver also reveals more and more about his life. The film stars Sean Penn and Dakota Johnson.
Tyler Perry’s Beauty in Black
Tyler Perry’s Beauty in Black is set to premiere on Netflix on October 24. The new series tells the story of a stripper whose fate takes a turn when she crosses paths with the wealthy, dysfunctional family behind a cosmetics dynasty and a devious trafficking scheme.
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From action-packed films like Canary Black to intense dramas like Tyler Perry’s Beauty in black, there is something for everyone to enjoy this week. Comment below and let us know which movie or TV show ends up being your favorite to watch.
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