As autumn creeps in, television lovers everywhere are already buzzing about the shows slated to debut or return in October 2026.
From disturbing real-life cases to emotional character studies and star-studded documentaries, there’s something for everyone to dive into this month.
Here’s what you should be looking out for.
Monster: The Ed Gein Story – Oct 3 (Netflix)
Delving into the disturbing life of America’s most infamous killer, this docudrama explores how Ed Gein inspired horror icons like Norman Bates and Leatherface.
Expect chilling reenactments, psychological analysis, and new evidence that reframes the legacy of a real-life monster.
Steve – Oct 3 (Netflix)
The film, which is set in the middle of the 1990s, chronicles a significant day in the lives of the titular head teacher and his pupils at a last-chance boys’ reform school.
Steve battles his mental health while defending the school’s integrity in the face of impending closure.
Celebrity Traitors – Oct 8 (BBC)
The celebrity edition promises all the deception, drama, and nail-biting tension of the original – but with a star-studded cast competing for charity.
Faithless (Season Two) – Oct 8 (Virgin Media)
Faithless follows Sam, an Irish Egyptian dad, who is suddenly faced with the life-changing challenge of raising his three children alone.
Victoria Beckham – Oct 9 (Netflix)
Titled Victoria Beckham, the three-part series follows David’s 2023 docuseries and revolves around her life as a Spice Girls pop icon and fashion and beauty entrepreneur.
It will also address the pressures of fame, body image struggles, and the challenges of running a luxury brand.
The Diplomat (Season Three) – Oct 16 (Netflix)
The series stars Keri Russell as a veteran U.S. diplomat who is unexpectedly appointed as the ambassador to the United Kingdom amid an emerging international crisis.
With its razor-sharp dialogue and gripping storylines, season three continues the show’s rise as a prestige drama favourite.
The Perfect Neighbour – Oct 17 (Netflix)
A minor disagreement between neighbours in Florida takes a lethal turn, with police body camera footage and interviews probing the aftermath.
The Monster of Florence – Oct 22 (Netflix)
A suspenseful adaptation of one of Italy’s most baffling serial killer cases.
Based on the best-selling nonfiction book, this series dives into the obsessive investigation that blurred the lines between fact, fiction, and conspiracy.
Nobody Wants This (Season Two) – Oct 23 (Netflix)
Nobody Wants This centres on the unlikely relationship between an outspoken, agnostic woman, Joanne (Kristen Bell), and an unconventional rabbi, Noah (Adam Brody).
From the moment they meet at a friend’s dinner party, both can tell there’s something between them.
A HOUSE OF DYNAMITE – Oct 24 (Netflix)
The star-studded film follows the U.S. government official response to a single nuclear missile launched by an unidentified enemy.
