5 new to Paramount+ movies I’d stream in October 2026 with 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes

Here are five highly rated movies that debuted on Paramount+ in October 2026 and have received 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes:

1. "Parasite" (2019) - Directed by Bong Joon-ho, this South Korean thriller blends dark comedy, suspense and social satire. The Kim family's fortunes change when their son manages to secure a job tutoring the daughter of a wealthy family, leading to unexpected consequences. The film made history by becoming the first non-English-language movie to win Best Picture at the 2020 Oscars.

2. "It Follows" (2014) - This supernatural horror film by David Robert Mitchell has become a standout from the 2010s indie horror boom. The concept of an entity slowly walking towards its victim, taking the appearance of anyone, is genuinely terrifying. The movie gets maximum mileage out of this simple idea, with a sequel planned featuring Mitchell and Maika Monroe.

3. "You Can Count On Me" (2000) - Writer and director Kenneth Lonergan's indie drama features fantastic performances from Laura Linney and Mark Ruffalo. The emotionally grounded story follows flawed characters and complicated family relationships without forcing a Hollywood ending. Sammy and her son navigate changes in their lives, including an unexpected return from her brother Terry.

4. "Drag Me to Hell" (2009) - Sam Raimi's horror sequel to "The Evil Dead" delivers a wildly entertaining collection of jump scares, gross-out moments and slapstick comedy. Christine Brown, a bank loan officer, faces a powerful curse placed on her by an elderly woman, forcing her to race against time to lift the curse before her deadline.

5. "A Simple Plan" (1998) - Another crime thriller from Sam Raimi, this film offers a different perspective from his usual work. Adapted from Scott B. Smith's bestselling novel, the story follows three men whose plans to sell their inheritance turn into a deadly game of deception and desperation.