October 2025 OTT Releases: 11 New Movies and Shows To Watch on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, and More

October is here, and with it comes a power-packed lineup of movies and shows across Netflix, Prime Video, SonyLIV, and JioHotstar. From chilling crime stories and high-octane thrillers to mythological sagas and romantic comedies, this month’s OTT releases promise something for every mood. Whether you are drawn to true-crime dramatisations, nostalgic horror, or returning fan-favourite series, the streaming platforms are serving up plenty of entertainment. Here’s a look at the 10 big releases you won’t want to miss.

October 2025 OTT Releases

13th (SonyLIV – October 1)

Inspired by real-life teacher Mohit Tyagi, this drama follows a former venture capitalist (Paresh Pahuja) who joins forces with his mentor, MT Sir (Gagan Dev Riar), to launch an ambitious ed-tech dream.

The Game: You Never Play Alone (Netflix – October 2)

Marking Shraddha Srinath’s OTT debut, this Tamil thriller dives into the world of gaming and gender politics, as a developer fights misogyny while facing both online and real-world threats.

Monster: The Ed Gein Story (Netflix – October 3)

Ryan Murphy’s anthology returns with Charlie Hunnam as notorious killer Ed Gein, whose crimes inspired classics like Psycho and The Texas Chain Saw Massacre.

Search: The Naina Murder Case (JioHotstar – October 10)

Konkona Sensharma leads as ACP Sanyukta Das, tasked with solving the murder of a teenage girl. The gripping thriller explores secrets hidden in plain sight.

Kurukshetra (Netflix – October 10)

An animated retelling of the Mahabharata from the perspective of 18 warriors. The two-part epic explores brotherhood, betrayal, and the cost of war.

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The Diplomat Season 3 (Netflix – October 16)

Keri Russell returns as Kate Wyler in this political thriller, now dealing with a new U.S. President and shifting global alliances.

Harlan Coben’s Lazarus (Prime Video – October 22)

Sam Claflin and Bill Nighy headline this supernatural crime thriller about a forensic psychologist investigating cold cases while haunted by visions of the dead.

Nobody Wants This Season 2 (Netflix – October 23)

Kristen Bell and Adam Brody return in this witty rom-com, exploring how love evolves once the honeymoon phase ends.

A House of Dynamite (Netflix – October 24)

Kathryn Bigelow directs an explosive political thriller featuring Idris Elba and Rebecca Ferguson, as global leaders scramble to trace the origins of a mysterious missile strike.

It: Welcome to Derry (JioHotstar – October 27)

The chilling prequel to It brings back Bill Skarsgård as Pennywise, diving into the origins of the terrifying clown in the cursed town of Derry.

The Witcher Season 4 (Netflix – October 30)

With Liam Hemsworth stepping into the role of Geralt, the fantasy saga moves toward its epic conclusion in a two-season finale.

From spine-chilling horror to heartfelt romance, October 2025 is packed with must-watch OTT releases. Whether you’re excited to revisit Pennywise’s dark past, explore mythological battles, or follow gripping political drama, this month’s streaming slate ensures your binge list is sorted.

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