Wondering what’s coming to Netflix this month? Well, strap yourself in as we dive into what’s new on Netflix Australia in October.
The spookiest month of the year is here and of course, Netflix won’t miss a beat with a number of Halloween and scary movies set to be released on Netflix Australia. This month the original slasher Scream and the latest release in the franchise Scream VI will make their way to Netflix Australia’s library. There is also something for the kids as The Bad Guys are back for a Halloween heist in The Bad Guys: Haunted Heist.
In October Netflix Australia will also see a range of new and returning shows, movies, and specials to keep you entertained as the weather warms up. This month, the highly anticipated Outer Banks Season 4 is making waves, continuing the thrilling adventures of the Pogues as they dive deeper into mystery and danger. For fans of mind-bending cinema, Time Cut offers a suspenseful time-travel twist that’s sure to leave you on the edge of your seat.
Territory brings an intense new drama set against a backdrop of power struggles, while the wanderlust-inducing Lonely Planet invites you to explore the world’s most breathtaking destinations from the comfort of your couch. And if courtroom drama is more your speed, don’t miss The Lincoln Lawyer Season 3, where Mickey Haller returns to navigate complex cases in the high-stakes legal world.
Below is a spotlight on some of the key Netflix Australia series, movies and documentaries we’re looking forward to in October. Also, don’t forget to check out our top Friday Night movies on Netflix.
Best Netflix Series
The Lincoln Lawyer: Season 3
Release Date: 17th October 2024
Mickey Haller returns for the much-anticipated third season of The Lincoln Lawyer, ready to tackle even more high-stakes cases from the back seat of his Lincoln. This season, Mickey finds himself embroiled in a series of cases that test his moral compass and legal prowess, including a wrongful death lawsuit that hits close to home. As personal and professional lines blur, Mickey must navigate an increasingly dangerous legal landscape. With its signature blend of courtroom drama and mystery, The Lincoln Lawyer Season 3 is a thrilling continuation of the legal world fans have come to love.
Outer Banks: Season 4 Part 1
Release Date: 10th October 2024
The Pogues return in Outer Banks: Season 4 Part 1, continuing their quest for treasure, but this time with even more at stake. Following the dramatic events of Season 3, where the group faced multiple losses, the new season picks up with the introduction of a mysterious manuscript connected to the infamous pirate Blackbeard. With their bond tested and new enemies on the horizon, the group is drawn into another dangerous adventure. Expect more action, romance, and betrayal as the Pogues dive deeper into the treacherous world of treasure hunting. Part 1 will consist of five episodes, with Part 2 scheduled for release in November.
Starting 5
Release Date: 9th October 2024
Starting 5 is an all-access, 10-part docuseries that takes viewers behind the scenes of the 2023-24 NBA season through the eyes of five of the league’s top players: LeBron James, Jimmy Butler, Anthony Edwards, Domantas Sabonis, and Jayson Tatum. The series provides an intimate look at their lives both on and off the court, capturing the intensity of their quest for greatness. From balancing family life to dealing with injuries and the pressure of leading their teams, Starting 5 gives an unfiltered glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of these basketball stars as they aim to make history.
Love basketball? Then you definitely won’t want to miss The Last Dance.
Best Netflix Movies
It’s What’s Inside
Release Date: 4th October 2024
This psychological horror-thriller, directed by Greg Jardin, centers around a group of friends who gather for a pre-wedding party. The celebration quickly takes a dark turn when an estranged friend arrives with a mysterious suitcase containing a device that enables body swaps. What begins as a seemingly harmless game unravels into a night of existential dread, exposing long-buried secrets and desires. Featuring Brittany O’Grady and Alycia Debnam-Carey, It’s What’s Inside is a mind-bending journey into the darker side of friendship and self-identity.
Lonely Planet
Release Date: 24th October 2024
Lonely Planet is a romantic drama set against the backdrop of Morocco, where two strangers meet by chance and find their lives intertwined in unexpected ways. Directed by Susannah Grant, the film explores the emotional landscapes of love, longing, and the unspoken connections that form between people on different paths in life. This heartfelt story promises stunning visuals and introspective storytelling, capturing both the beauty of Morocco and the complexities of human relationships.
Woman of the Hour
Release Date: 18th October 2024
In this intense drama based on true events, Woman of the Hour tells the story of Cheryl Bradshaw, a bachelorette on the 1970s game show The Dating Game, who unknowingly chooses Rodney Alcala—a serial killer—as her date. The film dives into the chilling details of Alcala’s life while juxtaposing the tension of the light-hearted show with the horrors of his crimes. This suspenseful retelling promises to keep viewers on edge as it explores the darkest corners of human nature.
Time Cut
Release Date: 30th October 2024
Get ready for a Halloween scare with Time Cut, a teen horror flick with a time-travel twist. Directed by Hannah Macpherson, the film follows a group of high schoolers who discover a strange ability to manipulate time. What begins as a fun experiment quickly turns into a nightmare as they face the unintended consequences of altering their reality. Expect plenty of jump scares and a gripping storyline in this spooky, fast-paced thriller.
Full Netflix Australia October 2024 Release Schedule
Never miss a moment on Netflix Australia in October — here is the full list of the 80 titles being released in October.
October 1
Making It in Marbella
Tim Dillon: This Is Your Country
October 2
Love Is Blind: Season 7
Unsolved Mysteries: Volume 5
Chef’s Table: Noodles
October 3
Heartstopper: Season 3
The Bad Guys: Haunted Heist
Blue Box
Trouble
October 4
The Platform 2
IT’S WHAT’S INSIDE
CTRL
October 5
The Amazing Digital Circus: Season 1 (eps 1-3)
The Fabelmans
Ranma 1/2
October 7
The Menendez Brothers
October 8
Dinner Time Live With David Chang: Holiday Edition
Ali Wong: Single Lady
The Predator
October 9
Bullet Train
Starting 5
Deceitful Love
The Secret of the River
The Invitation
October 10
Outer Banks Season 4: Part 1
Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft
The Life and Movies of Erşan Kuneri: Season 2
Love Is Blind, Habibi
October 11
Uprising
Lonely Planet
In Her Place
October 12
Halloween II
October 13
A Virtuous Business
October 14
Mighty Monsterwheelies
October 15
Chucky: Season 1
Rachel Bloom: Death, Let Me Do My Special
BEYBLADE X: Season 1
Spies in Disguise
Comedy Revenge
October 16
Ancient Apocalypse: The Americas
Sweet Bobby: My Catfish Nightmare
I AM A KILLER: Season 5
Justice
October 17
The Shadow Strays
Outside
Jurassic World: Chaos Theory: Season 2
The Lincoln Lawyer: Season 3
Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance
October 18
Woman of the Hour
Late Night with the Devil
Scream
Happiness Is
The Turnaround
The Man Who Loved UFOs
October 22
Hasan Minhaj: Off With His Head
October 23
The Comeback: 2004 Boston Red Sox
This is the Zodiac Speaking
Family Pack
Car Masters: Rust to Riches: Season 6
October 24
The Color Purple
Tyler Perry’s Beauty in Black
Territory
October 25
Don’t Move
The Remarkable Life of Ibelin
Hijack ’93
The Last Night at Tremore Beach
Hellbound: Season 2
Simone Biles Rising Part 2
October 26
Scream VI
Lisa Frankenstein
October 29
Tom Papa: Home Free
October 30
Martha
Time Cut
The Law According to Lidia Poët: Season 2
Go Ahead, Brother
The Manhattan Alien Abduction
October 31
Murder Mindfully
The Diplomat: Season 2
Netflix Australia October 2024 Frequently Asked Questions
What time are titles released on Netflix Australia?
Netflix original TV shows and movies are typically released globally at 12:00 a.m. Pacific Time which equates to 5pm AEST and 3pm AWST in Australia.
Best Netflix movies of all time?
According to recent viewership data, the Top 10 Netflix Original Movies in English of all time include Red Notice, Don’t Look Up, The Adam Project, Bird Box, Leave the World Behind, The Gray Man, Damsel, We Can Be Heroes, The Mother, and Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery.
Best Netflix original series of all time?
According to recent viewership statistics, the top Netflix Original Series in English based on hours watched include Wednesday: Season 1, Stranger Things 4, DAHMER: Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, Bridgerton: Season 1, The Queen’s Gambit: Limited Series, The Night Agent: Season 1, Fool Me Once: Limited Series, Stranger Things 3, Bridgerton: Season 2, and Baby Reindeer: Limited Series.
Why do shows and movies leave Netflix?
Though Netflix strives to keep the titles you want to watch, some titles do leave Netflix because of licensing agreements.
Outer Banks Season 4: Part 1 Release Date?
Outer Banks Season 4: Part 1 will be released on Netflix Australia on 10th October.
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