Netflix is adding 70 movies in October 2026 — here are the top 5 with the highest scores on Rotten Tomatoes (all of them are 92% or higher)

In October 2026, Netflix will expand its movie library by 70 films. The streaming giant has chosen the top five movies from this batch with the highest critical scores on Rotten Tomatoes. These selections were determined by excluding upcoming Netflix originals and using RT viewer ratings to break any ties. Here are the top five movies added to Netflix in October 2026, ranked by Rotten Tomatoes scores:

1. Psycho (1960) - Rotten Tomatoes score: 97%

This Alfred Hitchcock classic remains a staple in the horror genre. Marion Crane, played by Janet Leigh, steals $40,000 from her employer and flees with her lover Sam. She stops at the Bates Motel, owned by Norman Bates, whose domineering mother runs the place. Marion's disappearance leads her sister Lily to investigate the enigmatic establishment.

2. Call Me by Your Name (2017) - Rotten Tomatoes score: 95%

This romantic drama centers on 17-year-old Elio, played by Timothée Chalamet, and his transformative summer in 1980s Italy. He meets and falls passionately in love with Oliver, played by Armie Hammer, leading to a life-altering affair. The film is a tender portrayal of first love, directed by Luca Guadagnino and set against the picturesque backdrop of Italy.

3. The Bourne Ultimatum (2002) - Rotten Tomatoes score: 92%

The final installment of the Jason Bourne trilogy, this action-packed film follows Matt Damon's character, Jason Bourne, as he continues his quest to uncover his past and evade shadowy government agencies. The movie spans Europe, Russia, Africa, and the United States, delivering high-octane thrills and big questions.

4. Dallas Buyers Club (2013) - Rotten Tomatoes score: 92%

Matthew McConaughey delivers a powerful performance as Ron Woodroof, a Texan man diagnosed with AIDS in the 1980s. Struggling to get access to experimental drugs, Ron smuggles unapproved treatments into the U.S. and helps other AIDS patients in dire situations. The biographical drama earned Oscar wins for McConaughey and Jared Leto.

5. Moonlight (2016) - Rotten Tomatoes score: 98%

This Oscar-winning film explores the childhood, adolescence, and early adulthood of Chiron, played by three actors over the course of the movie. Directed by Barry Jenkins, Moonlight delves into themes of identity, sexuality, and coming of age in Miami, capturing both tragic and tender moments with remarkable finesse.