Ladies and gents, strap in for another uproarious trip in the cinematic carnival.
This month, we’ve got more choices than a kid in a sweet shop, and narrowing it down to just 10 feels like trying to pick a favourite flavour of ice cream – practically impossible! It’s a genre jamboree, with action flicks throwing punches in one corner and the second season of ‘Loki’ causing fans to geek out in the other. Scroll down to uncover the best movies & TV series in October 2023 madness – it’s like a film buffet, and you’re invited!
Best Movies & TV Series in October 2023
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1. Scent of Time
Immerse yourself in the world of ancient China with “Scent of Time,” an HBO Asia Original series. Follow the story of Hua Qian, a clever young woman, as she tries to win the heart of Zhong Yelan, the heir to a Chinese incense empire. As her schemes unfold, the line between friend and foe blurs, and the series unveils a web of deceit that’s not easily untangled. With a stellar cast, including Zhou Ye and Peng Chuyue, this drama is set to premiere exclusively on HBO GO from October 13.
Stream it on HBO Go from October 13, 2023.
2. Five Nights At Freddy’s
Can you survive five nights?
Brace yourself for a cinematic adaptation of the terrifying horror game “Five Nights at Freddy’s.” Produced by Blumhouse, the film follows Mike, a troubled young man working as a night security guard at Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria. As he delves into the mysteries of the abandoned restaurant, he encounters supernatural forces and faces an unspeakable nightmare.
Catch this blood-chilling cinematic event in theatres starting October 27, 2023.
3. Killer of The Flower Moon
Witness the epic western crime saga, “Killers of the Flower Moon,” set at the turn of the 20th century. Based on a true story, the film explores the Osage Nation’s wealth from oil and the dark forces that seek to exploit it. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Lily Gladstone.
Catch this Martin Scorsese-directed masterpiece hits theatres on October 20, 2023.
4. The Devil’s Plan
Step into the world of intelligence and strategy with “The Devil’s Plan,” a South Korean reality game show on Netflix. Twelve celebrities compete in a game of wit, using in-game currency to gain advantages and influence their opponents. The first season premiered on September 26, 2023.
Stream it on Netflix now.
5. Reptile
“Reptile” is a gripping American crime thriller film streaming on Netflix. Directed by Grant Singer, the story revolves around a detective attempting to unravel the truth behind a brutal murder in Scarborough, Maine. As illusions shatter, the detective confronts the unexpected in a case where nothing is as it seems.
Stream it on Netflix now.
6. The Exorcist: Believer
Experience supernatural horror with “The Exorcist: Believer.” Directed by David Gordon Green, this American film is the sixth instalment in The Exorcist franchise. It serves as a sequel to the original 1973 film, featuring a gripping plot where a photographer must confront evil when his daughter and her friend are possessed.
Now showing in cinemas.
7. Sparkling Watermelon
“Sparkling Watermelon” is a heartwarming tale that follows a CODA (Child of Deaf Adult) boy’s musical journey in 1995. Forming the band Watermelon Sugar with his childhood father and newfound friends, they discover the transformative power of music, bridging generational gaps.
This cinematic ode to friendship and dreams is streaming now on Viu and Viki.
8. The Fall of the House of Usher
Immerse yourself in Edgar Allan Poe’s gothic fiction with “The Fall of the House of Usher.” This short story, available on Netflix, explores themes of madness, family, isolation, and metaphysical identities.
Stream it on Netflix now.
9. Strong Girl Nam-soon
Follow the adventures of Strong Girl Nam-soon in this South Korean television series, available on Netflix. Starring Lee Yoo-mi, the series serves as a spin-off to “Strong Girl Bong-soon.” Nam-soon, on a quest to find her parents, becomes entangled in a drug case investigated by Detective Gang Hee-sik.
Stream it on Netflix now.
10. Loki Season 2
In the second season of the American television series Loki, which draws inspiration from Marvel Comics and showcases the titular character, Loki collaborates with Mobius M. Mobius, Hunter B-15, and fellow Time Variance Authority (TVA) members. Their mission is to navigate the multiverse in pursuit of Sylvie, Ravonna Renslayer, and Miss Minutes.
Stream it on Disney Hotstar now.
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