As published on Bravo! Magazine

October brings a jam-packed slate of premieres for Brazilian streaming audiences — and if the platforms have their way, you’ll be glued to your screen until the end of the month. There’s a little bit of everything: truly terrifying content like Monster: Ed Gein, which revisits the story of the killer who inspired cinema’s most iconic horror villains; IT: Welcome to Derry, returning to the origins of Stephen King’s terrifying universe; and the true-crime miniseries Murdaugh Murders: Crime of a Dynasty, about one of the most notorious scandals in recent U.S. history.

But October isn’t just about fear. The month also brings lighter, delightful options like Loot with Maya Rudolph and the highly anticipated return of No One Wants This with Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, exploring what happens after “happily ever after.” For fans of dense, emotional storytelling, there’s Nia DaCosta’s powerful take on the classic Hedda and the political melodrama of The Diplomat, which comes back with new crises and twists.

Brazilian productions also shine: Tremembé dives into the country’s most infamous prison with a story of intrigue, betrayal, and survival. Globoplay celebrates TV history with Explode Coração turning 30 and delivers Reencarne, a bold series blending crime investigation with supernatural elements, starring Taís Araújo.

Whether you’re looking to laugh, get chills, or immerse yourself in sweeping dramas, October is full of stories worth watching. Here’s the full guide, with dates, so you don’t miss a thing.

Amazon Prime Video

Play Dirty – October 1
Mark Wahlberg and LaKeith Stanfield lead this action-packed thriller about Parker, a professional thief who plans the biggest heist of his career — only to find himself at odds with the New York mafia. Directed by Shane Black, it’s pure adrenaline.

Maintenance Required – October 8
Charlie runs an all-women auto shop and must rethink her future when a flashy corporate rival opens across the street. She finds herself confiding online to a stranger — not realizing it’s Beau, the very rival threatening her business. Sparks fly, virtually and in real life.

John Candy: I Like Me – October 10
Directed by Colin Hanks and produced by Ryan Reynolds, this affectionate documentary celebrates the life and comedy legacy of John Candy.

Lazarus – October 22
Based on an original idea from Harlan Coben and Danny Brocklehurst, the series follows a man (Sam Claflin) who returns home after his father’s suicide, only to experience disturbing visions and get caught in a string of cold-case murders.

Hedda – October 29
Nia DaCosta offers a provocative and modern reimagining of Henrik Ibsen’s classic. Tessa Thompson plays Hedda, caught between the pain of a past love and the suffocating quiet of her present life, over the course of one intense night.

Tremembé – October 31
This bold Brazilian miniseries takes viewers inside the country’s most notorious prison, blending real-life crime stories with intrigue, forbidden love, and reflections on justice and redemption.

Apple TV+

The Last Frontier – October 10
Jason Clarke stars as Frank Remnick, the only U.S. marshal responsible for Alaska’s remote wilderness. When a prisoner transport plane crashes, he must protect his town — and soon suspects the crash was no accident.

Loot – October 15
Maya Rudolph returns as Molly Wells, now facing backlash from fellow billionaires over her philanthropic efforts — while juggling her complicated love life.

Mr. Scorsese – October 17
Directed by Rebecca Miller, this intimate documentary celebrates Martin Scorsese’s career, featuring interviews with Robert De Niro, Leonardo DiCaprio, Steven Spielberg, Jodie Foster, and many more.

Down Cemetery Road – October 29
When a house explodes in a quiet Oxford suburb and a girl goes missing, neighbor Sarah (Ruth Wilson) teams up with private investigator Zoë Boehm (Emma Thompson) and finds herself caught in a dangerous conspiracy.

Disney+

Murdaugh Murders: Crime of a Dynasty – October 15
This gripping true-crime miniseries recounts the downfall of the powerful Murdaugh family in South Carolina. Jason Clarke and Patricia Arquette star as Alex and Maggie Murdaugh in this story of tragedy, scandal, and secrets.

HBO Max

The Chair Company – October 12
Tim Robinson stars as a man who, after an embarrassing workplace incident, stumbles into a bizarre conspiracy. A smart, absurd, darkly funny comedy.

IT: Welcome To Derry – October 26
This prequel series expands Stephen King’s IT universe, delving into the origins of Pennywise and promising to be one of the year’s scariest offerings.

Netflix

Monster: Ed Gein – October 3
Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan deliver the darkest installment of their anthology series yet, recounting the true story of Ed Gein — the killer who inspired Norman Bates and Leatherface.

Victoria Beckham – October 9
A reality series following the life of Victoria Beckham, offering a rare look at her world of fashion and pop culture.

The Woman in Cabin 10, October 10.
Keira Knightley at sea, trying to solve a murder that only she partially witnessed — and everyone wants to cover up.

The Diplomat – October 16
Keri Russell returns as Kate Wyler, now closer to power than ever, facing international crises, political enemies, and personal turmoil.

No One Wants This – October 23
Kristen Bell and Adam Brody are back as Joanne and Noah, this time trying to blend their families and stay together despite their differences.

Casa de Dinamite – October 24
Kathryn Bigelow directs this high-stakes political thriller about an unidentified missile attack on the U.S. and the race to uncover who is responsible.

Globoplay

Vermelho Sangue – October 2
An original Brazilian fantasy series set in the Cerrado, blending folklore creatures, mystery, and romance.

Reencarne – October 23
After its Berlin premiere, this supernatural thriller arrives on Globoplay. Taís Araújo plays a police chief investigating a string of murders marked by mysterious wounds — while experiencing events that challenge her rational worldview.

Hercai: Amor e Vingança – Season 3 – October 6
The hit Turkish drama continues, filled with love, revenge, and family feuds.

Explode Coração – 30 Years – October 6
Gloria Perez’s iconic telenovela returns in its original format to celebrate three decades, with its pioneering story about tradition, modernity, and early online romance.

O Feijão e o Sonho – October 13
Benedito Ruy Barbosa’s classic adaptation of Orígenes Lessa’s novel about the struggles of a poet torn between art and financial survival.

Tudo Novo de Novo – October 20
A heartfelt miniseries about blended families, second chances, and the beauty and messiness of starting over.

As Filhas da Mãe – October 27
Fernanda Montenegro and Fernanda Torres star as Lulu de Luxemburgo, who returns to Brazil to reconcile with her daughters and unravel the mystery of her husband’s disappearance.