We’re waking you up as September ends… to give you a glimpse of what October has to offer. From horror classics to romantic dramas and family-friendly watches, this month is shaping up to be a spooky affair.
Whether you’re looking to stay entertained on the train ride home or binge-watch on the weekends, GRAZIA’s watchlist makes sure there’s always something to tune into.
Scream 7
Premieres October 2 on HBO Max, available on HBO on October 31.
Ghostface is back, and this time, the screams are hitting a little closer to home. Scream 7 brings the iconic slasher franchise into another bloody chapter, with familiar faces returning and a new mystery waiting to unfold. If you’re in the mood for suspense, nostalgia, and a healthy dose of “don’t pick up the phone,” this one belongs on your spooky October watchlist.
Forbidden Fruits
Premieres October 24 on HBO Max.
Looking for something deliciously dark? Forbidden Fruits drops Lili Reinhart, Lola Tung, Victoria Pedretti, and Alexandra Shipp into a glamorous mall boutique with a very sinister secret: its employees are actually part of a witchy coven. Blending horror, comedy, and fashion satire, this campy new film is made for anyone who likes their girl power with a little bite.
Make Me Tingle
Premieres October 15 on HBO Max.
What happens when a woman raised on traditional ideas about love crosses paths with a CEO who runs an adult products start-up? Make Me Tingle follows conservative marketer Gong Yeon Su (Nam Ji Hyun) as her carefully organised worldview collides with Dokgo Dal (Kim Jae Yeong), a man who sees love and relationships very differently. Expect plenty of bickering, unlikely chemistry, and a romance that promises to challenge everything they thought they knew about intimacy.
Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars
Premiered September 25 on Apple TV.
Season 2 of the high-pressure world of Michelin-starred dining, Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars is here. Chefs push their kitchens, creativity, and stamina to the limit. Behind every meticulously plated dish is a race against time, perfection, and the unforgiving expectations of the culinary world. Perfect for the foodies who want something to watch while they dine.
Watch the trailer here.
The Sisters Grimm (Season Two)
Premieres October 2 on Apple TV.
Magic, mystery, and a whole town of fairy-tale creatures are back in The Sisters Grimm Season 2. As Sabrina and Daphne continue their search for answers surrounding their parents’ mysterious disappearance, the sisters find themselves caught up in even more strange adventures in Ferryport Landing. If you’re looking for an October viewing packed with family-friendly whimsy and fantasy, this one is worth adding to the list.
Watch the trailer here.
Small Prophets
Premieres October 7 on Apple TV.
When Michael discovers a mystical recipe that could hold the key to his girlfriend’s disappearance seven years ago, he sets off to uncover the truth. Small Prophets blends mystery, magic, and offbeat comedy as his search takes him somewhere far stranger than he expected. A little hope, a little magic, and a boatload of mystery.
Nocturne
Premieres October 30 on Apple TV.
After leaving Philadelphia for a quieter life in small-town Pennsylvania, former soldier-turned-detective Jonah Lynn finds his new home threatened by a terrifying serial killer. When the hunt for the killer’s final missing victim draws Jonah’s surrogate daughter, FBI agent Saga Bauer, into the case, the stakes become deeply personal. This one’s for those who like to keep the suspense high on the sofas.
East of Eden
Premieres October 1 on Netflix.
Florence Pugh takes on the role of Cathy Ames in Netflix’s adaptation of John Steinbeck’s East of Eden. Set in early 20th-century California, the seven-part drama follows Cathy as her relationship with brothers Adam and Charles Trask sets off a devastating family saga shaped by love, ambition, and the struggle between good and evil.
Ranma 1/2: Season 3
Premieres October 4 on Netflix.
Ranma and Akane are back for another round of martial-arts mayhem, romantic rivalries and supernatural mishaps. Season 3 turns up the chaos as new enemies and misadventures lie waiting on the horizon.
Tyson
Premieres October 13 on Netflix.
From becoming the youngest heavyweight champion in history to a life marked by extraordinary highs, controversy and personal struggles, TYSON takes a closer look at Mike Tyson beyond the boxing ring. The four-part Netflix documentary features Tyson and those closest to him reflecting on the triumphs, turmoil and lasting legacy that shaped one of sport’s most recognisable figures.
Take Charge Of My Heart
Premieres October 9 on Netflix.
What happens when a woman who can literally generate electricity meets a man whose artificial heart is running out of power? Take Charge of My Heart follows Na Bo-bae and corporate heir Baek Ho-rang as they strike a three-month deal: she keeps his heart charged through touch, while he helps her experience the romance she’s never been able to have. Expect sparks, quite literally, in this quirky new K-romcom starring Kim Young-kwang and Chae Soo-bin.
Carrie
Premieres October 7 on Prime Video.
Stephen King’s iconic tale of teenage isolation and telekinetic rage gets a fresh series adaptation from The Haunting of Hill House creator Mike Flanagan. Starring Summer H. Howell, Carrie follows a sheltered teenager navigating high school, online bullying, and her awakening supernatural powers, all building towards one devastating night.
Watch the trailer here.
Love Of Your Life
Premieres October 14 on Prime Video.
A chance encounter sets Maya (Margaret Qualley) and Charlie (Gabriel Basso) on a sweeping romance that seems to promise the life they’ve always wanted, until tragedy changes everything. Love of Your Life follows Maya through love, loss, and the unexpected chapters that come after, as she learns how to rebuild and open her heart again.
Watch the trailer here.
Final Table
Premieres October 24 on Prime Video.
Ahn Hyo Seop steps into the kitchen as a mysterious chef competing against Korea’s finest culinary talents in Final Table. Set around a high-stakes cooking competition, the drama follows rival chefs, a restaurant fighting to survive, and the people caught between ambition, family, and romance.
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