Horror, Thriller, Sci-Fi & True Crime on Netflix in October 2025 – What to Watch for Halloween!
Halloween is creeping closer, and Netflix is turning up the chills, thrills, and chills-with-a-twist of dark fascination with a packed October lineup of horror, thriller, sci-fi, and true crime.
From haunting classics to brand-new series and films, there’s something to terrify, thrill, and mesmerize every genre fan this month. Here’s what you can expect.
October 1
The Book Club Murders (2024)
The Wrath of Becky (2023)
Slender Man (2018)
Sinister 2 (2015)
Elysium (2013)
Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance (2012)
The Strangers (2008)
Red Dragon (2002)
I Still Know What You Did Last Summer (1998)
Scarface (1983)
Taxi Driver (1976)
Dracula (1931)
When a Stranger Calls (1979)
Halo (Seasons 1-2)
The Game: You Never Play Alone (Season 1) (2025)
October 2
A career-driven game developer fights back against misogynistic expectations after she becomes the target of brutal attacks online and in real life.
Monster: The Ed Gein Story (Limited Series)
October 3
The shocking true-life tale of Ed Gein, the infamous murderer and grave robber who inspired many of Hollywood’s most iconic on-screen killers.
Night of the Living Dead (1968)
October 4
As dead bodies return to life and feast on humans, a woman joins a band of survivors in a farmhouse trying to save themselves from the zombie hordes.
404 (2024)
October 4
A Thai horror-comedy about a shady house flipper attempting to exploit an abandoned hotel, only to face its ghostly owner.
True Haunting (Docuseries)
October 7
Through immersive reenactments and present-day interviews, this chilling series details paranormal encounters from the viewpoint of those who lived them.
We Have Always Lived in the Castle (2018)
October 7
The fragile and secretive world of two sisters and their uncle crumbles when their charming cousin arrives with eyes toward the family fortune.
Néro The Assassin: Season 1 (2025)
October 8
France, 1504. A ruthless assassin goes on the run with his estranged daughter in his quest to protect her from deadly enemies and evil forces.
The Resurrected: Season 1 (2025)
October 9
Two grieving mothers resurrect a scam ringleader to avenge their daughters — but as painful truths emerge, justice slips from their reach.
October 9
The Maze Runner Collection:
The Maze Runner (2014)
Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials (2015)
Maze Runner: The Death Cure (2018)
The Woman in Cabin 10 (2025)
October 10
On a luxurious superyacht for an assignment, a journalist sees someone go overboard. But when no one believes her, she risks her life to uncover the truth. Keira Knightley stars in this psychological thriller based on Ruth Ware’s bestselling novel.
Everybody Loves Me When I’m Dead (2025)
October 14
Two bank employees steal a fortune from a dead client’s account, and unwittingly provoke a group of ruthless criminals, who want the money back.
Held Hostage in my House (2024)
October 15
The psychological Lifetime thriller stars Amy Smart as a single mother who becomes trapped in her own vacation rental after being assaulted. To survive, she must recall clues from past guests to identify her attacker, as betrayal and obsession emerge.
I Know What You Did Last Summer (2025)
October 16
Five friends vow to take a dark secret to the grave. But the past won’t stay buried when a killer claiming to know the truth starts hunting them down.
Good News (2025)
October 17
When hijackers seize a Japanese flight and demand to fly to Pyongyang, a mysterious mastermind hatches a zany scheme to reroute the plane to Seoul.
She Walks in Darkness (2025)
October 17
A young agent leaves everything behind to pose as a member of ETA, risking her life to uncover the terrorists’ hideouts in the south of France.
The Perfect Neighbor (2025) – True-crime documentary
October 17
Police bodycam footage reveals how a long-running neighborhood dispute turned fatal in this documentary about fear, prejudice and Stand Your Ground laws.
Don’t Say a Word (2001)
October 18
The film follows a prominent psychiatrist who must try to get a disturbed patient to reveal a secret number to save his kidnapped daughter.
The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon: Season 2
October 21
Season 2 of the show kicks off with Daryl training Laurent to fight the undead, clashing with Losang over pacifism, and rescuing Fallou and Emile from Genet’s troops, though Genet escapes. Meanwhile in Maine, Carol recovers Daryl’s crossbow, convinces grieving pilot Ash Patel to fly her to France by claiming her daughter Sophia is there, and departs as walkers overrun his compound.
The Monster of Florence (Limited Series)
October 22
As a serial killer targets couples and strikes terror in Italy, authorities explore a case from 1968 that may be key to finding The Monster of Florence.
The Elixir (2025)
October 23
Indonesian horror movie about an elixir that unleashes the undead in a village. A family at odds with one another must unite and fight to survive as their hometown collapses.
A House of Dynamite (2025)
October 24
When a single, unattributed missile is launched at the United States, a race begins to determine who is responsible and how to respond.
The Asset: Season 1 (2025)
October 27
Infiltrating a criminal empire, undercover agent Tea becomes torn between her mission and a desire to help the ringleader’s girlfriend escape.
Nightmares of Nature: Lost in the Jungle – Documentary
October 28
Chilling tales of survival unfurl in this documentary series that captures the drama, danger and dark beauty of nature from the perspective of its prey.
Ballad of a Small Player (2025)
October 29
When his past and his debts start to catch up with him, a high-stakes gambler laying low in Macau encounters a kindred spirit who might just hold the key to his salvation.
NOS4A2 (Seasons 1-2)
October 29
AMC’s hit series about an immortal who feeds off the souls of young children starring Zachary Quinto.
Rulers of Fortune: Season 1 (2025)
October 29
A young man aspires to rise through the ranks of Rio’s gambling underworld — unaware of the dangerous game of betrayal, lust and blood that awaits him.
Aileen: Queen of the Serial Killers (2025)
October 30
This documentary revisits Aileen Wuornos’s turbulent life and chilling crimes with never-before-seen death-row interviews and exclusive archival footage.
The Witcher: Season 4 (2025)
October 30
After the Continent-altering events of Season Three, Geralt, Yennefer, and Ciri find themselves separated by a raging war and countless enemies. As their paths diverge, and their goals sharpen, they stumble on unexpected allies eager to join their journeys. And if they can accept these found families, they just might have a chance at reuniting for good…
Final Thoughts
October 2025 is brimming with blood, suspense, and heart-pounding thrills—from haunted houses and true crime mysteries to epic sci-fi and action-packed adventures. Whether you’re a horror veteran or a newcomer to dark tales, Netflix has plenty to keep the chills coming well past Halloween.
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