Carrie, Avatar, and More of the Most Anticipated Movies and TV Shows to Stream in October

October has arrived, bringing with it a plethora of exciting television programming. Alongside the horrors of the season, we can look forward to a slew of highly anticipated drama debuts, the finale of a blockbuster superhero series, and the launch of another potential blockbuster superhero series. Here are our top ten picks for movies and TV shows to stream this month:

1. East of Eden (October 1): Created by Zoe Kazan, this series adapts the classic Steinbeck novel and follows the intertwined stories of two families over time. It's already a hit with fans, and Netflix has already greenlit a reboot of Lonesome Dove.

2. Lanterns Season 1 Finale (October 4): The final episode of the HBO series sees brothers John and Hal Lantern up to their usual shenanigans, with a modern-day twist. The ultimate question is whether the show can maintain its momentum and set up future seasons.

3. Carrie (October 7): This modern-day adaptation of Stephen King's novel, brought to life by horror maestro Mike Flanagan on Prime Video, adds new elements like social media and school shooter drills to the classic tale of telekinetic Carrie White.

4. Below (October 8): Following in the footsteps of The Marvels, this Netflix series finds Josh Hartnett as a fisherman battling a sea monster in a small Newfoundland town. Early reviews are positive, praising the show's cinematography and gore.

5. Animals (October 9): Affleck's Netflix crime thriller sees the director/co-writer/star take on the role of a mayoral candidate whose son is kidnapped. The film also stars Kerry Washington, Steven Yeun, and more.

6. Avatar: Seven Havens (October 9): The newest animated series in the Avatar: The Last Airbender franchise, this show promises to continue the beloved story in a unique animated format.