Streaming guide: new horror movies arriving in October 2026
October is full of new horror movies, and I've picked out seven titles you shouldn't miss across the best streaming services
In October 2026, horror fans will have plenty of options to choose from across popular streaming platforms. Seven notable titles are set to premiere, offering a mix of new releases and beloved classics.
The month kicks off with "Barbarian," available on Hulu in the US and rental/buy options in the UK and Australia, premiering on October 1. This surprise hit follows a woman who reluctantly stays at a double-booked rental house with an already occupying inhabitant.
"Ari Aster's Hereditary" will also debut on Hulu in the US and rental/buy options in the UK and Australia on the same date. This emotionally-charged film features Toni Collette's standout performance, as she uncovers disturbing family secrets after her mother's death leads to supernatural events.
On October 1, Shudder in the US and Shudder/UK/Australia will premiere "Hush." This film follows a deaf and mute author who must survive an invasion by a serial killer. Its clever use of silence and tense editing make it a must-watch.
"Lake Placid" will land on Netflix in the US and rental/buy options in the UK and Australia on October 1. This creature feature combines horror and comedy, focusing on a giant crocodile terrorizing a Maine lake.
In the US, "Evil Dead Burn" arrives on HBO Max on October 5. This latest entry in the franchise delivers gore, carnage, and scares, following a grieving widow seeking comfort with her late husband's family at a secluded home.
On October 9, Shudder will release "V/H/S/Mixtape," the newest installment in the found footage anthology series. This installment focuses on sound and audio, featuring stories of mysterious puppet shows, urban exploration gone wrong, and a sound engineer's quest.
Finally, on Halloween (October 31), Shudder will premiere "Hunting Matthew Nichols." Filmed with a found footage documentary style, this movie centers on a woman documenting her brother's disappearance, leading her to unsettling discoveries that will appeal to fans of supernatural tales.
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