What to watch in October: cinema, documentaries and Netflix releases
October offers a packed slate of theatrical titles, daring documentaries, and fresh Netflix premieres that promise to keep audiences riveted.
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Strange New Worlds renewed for six-episode fifth season to resolve La’an’s fate
A six‑episode finale season promises to settle lingering mysteries and give La'an Noonien‑Singh a proper send‑off.
Star Trek’s fate after Paramount and Warner Bros. combine streaming platforms
The looming Paramount‑Warner Bros. deal could rewrite where and how Star Trek lives online.
Alice Feeney’s next novel ‘Twist’ to become Netflix series
Netflix reunites the His & Hers crew to turn Alice Feeney’s Twist into a gripping thriller series.
The Fix: A Disillusioned Heist in the Shadows of War
The Fix (now playing in theaters) follows ex-CIA operatives on a high-stakes mission in Tehran, rated 7.1/10 on TMDB
Hollywood protests Paramount-Warner $111 billion deal as Ruffalo denounces antitrust settlement
Mark Ruffalo leads a Hollywood revolt after a court green‑lights a $111 billion Paramount‑Warner merger, warning it will crush creativity and cut jobs.
Digger: A High-Stakes Race Against Time
Digger (2026) follows the world's most powerful man on a desperate mission to prevent global catastrophe. Rated 8.1/10 on TMDB.
La bola negra Leads a Week of Diverse Releases
Upcoming movie releases for week 2026-W40: La bola negra, Ghost in the Cell, Digger, and more. Cineverse Magazine.
New Spring Fair video celebrates retail passion and community
Spring Fair releases a heartfelt video that gathers retail leaders' stories and opens a call for industry members to submit their own…
Colony and Avengers: Endgame lead a strong week in theaters
Now playing in theaters for week 2026-W40: a round-up of the latest and most anticipated films, from Colony to Avengers: Endgame
Upcoming film and comics panels across three major cities
Industry insiders gather in London, San Sebastián and New York for panels that map career paths, financing trends and the future of…
Potential 30% federal incentive sparks optimism among financiers
Top financiers say a federal film credit would revitalize American production and create thousands of jobs.
NYC’s curated classic film program for the weekend
A quick look at this weekend’s hand‑picked classic and cult movies on the big screen across New York City.
2026 Emmy nods reveal drama and comedy battles worldwide
International Emmy nods highlight diverse drama, comedy and documentary talent as Oscar adapted screenplay odds heat up.
Forgotten Island Leads a Week of Diverse Releases
Upcoming movie releases for 2026-W39: Forgotten Island, Heart of the Beast, and more. What to watch this week.
PlayStation Plus Essential users get Fallout 76 PS5 port at no cost
PlayStation Plus Essential subscribers can grab the Fallout 76 PS5 upgrade at no extra charge, but only if they grabbed the title…
Colony Leads a Diverse Week of New Releases
Now playing in theaters for week 2026-W39: a round-up of the latest releases, with Colony leading the pack
Support acts quit Ed Sheeran’s Loop Tour after Macklemore’s exit
Ed Sheeran explains why Macklemore was dropped and why four opening acts abandoned his stadium tour.
New law forces advertisers to label synthetic performers, says Newsom
California's new law forces ads to reveal when AI actors are used, protecting viewers and the state's creative workforce.
Pulp’s encore documentary shows why their outsider anthems endure
Pulp’s latest concert film mixes fresh performance, decades of archive and Jarvis Cocker’s wry storytelling to show why the band still speaks…
Israeli leaders vow to revoke passports of NAZA documentary makers
Netanyahu moves to strip citizenship and boost damages against those who denigrate the IDF, naming the NAZA documentary directors.
Bill Douglas Cinema Museum on Bloomberg Connects, awarded Designation
Bill Douglas Cinema Museum debuts a Bloomberg guide and receives Designation status, boosting its global reach and cultural standing.
Country Music Association tribute and Nashville airport rename celebrate Dolly
CMA’s live tribute and an airport renaming vote celebrate Dolly Parton's lasting legacy.
60 Minutes 2026 Season Premiere: Ratings Drop and Industry Shifts
The 2026 season premiere of 60 Minutes saw a notable drop in ratings, marking the lowest premiere in over two decades. Discover…
PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie — A Prehistoric Adventure Awaits
PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie releases August 14, 2026, with a 7.5/10 rating on TMDB. A rescue mission on a dinosaur island.