Fall is here, and with it comes a new batch of theatrical offerings. While the month is generally reserved for horror, October marks an impressive mix of action, comedy, drama, and family films, in addition to titles that will get you squirming in your seats. It’s hard to pick a single highlight, with the horror sequel The Black Phone 2 arriving mid-month, the dark comedy Roofman opening at the start, and even 1995’s Casper, starring Bill Pullman and Christina Ricci, returning to theaters.
Below, you will find information on every movie coming to theaters in October 2025, along with a complete list covering both wide and limited releases.
‘Bone Lake’
In Theaters October 3, 2025
What starts as a romantic getaway for a couple, Sage (Maddie Hasson) and Will (Alex Roe), turns into a nightmarish fight for survival when another couple at the same resort, Diego (Marco Pigossi) and Cin (Andra Nechita), start to reveal their dark intentions in befriending the two. Having previously won an Audience Award at the 2024 Brooklyn Horror Film Festival and an early Rotten Tomatoes score of 96%, Bone Lake already has some hype behind it as it enters its theatrical run. For those wanting to kick off the spooky season with a theater outing, Mercedes Bryce Morgan’s suspenseful, bloody, and wickedly dark tale of a couple’s fight for survival will undoubtedly fit the bill. Bone Lake is in theaters on October 3, 2025.
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October 3, 2025
- Runtime
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94 minutes
- Director
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Mercedes Bryce Morgan
- Writers
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Joshua Friedlander
- Producers
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Jason Blumenfeld, Mickey Liddell, Jacob Yakob
‘Roofman’
In Theaters October 3, 2025
Based on a bizarre true story, Roofman follows Jeffrey Manchester (Channing Tatum), a former army ranger and father, whose financial struggles lead to a string of robberies in which he cuts holes in roofs to gain access. After a botched robbery, Manchester hides inside the roof of a Toys “R” Us for six months, where the film focuses on him as he finds an unlikely romance with a worker and divorced mother, Leigh Wainscott (Kirsten Dunst).
Roofman looks to deliver a delightful blend of drama and dark comedy, bringing with it intrigue from its real-life inspirations of a bizarre string of crimes. Throw in a phenomenal cast, and the quirky comedy is going to be a must-watch for fans of the genre. Roofman is in theaters on October 3, 2025.
- Release Date
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October 10, 2025
- Director
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Derek Cianfrance
- Writers
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Derek Cianfrance, Kirt Gunn
- Producers
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Alex Orlovsky, Dylan Sellers, Duncan Montgomery, Jamie Patricof, Lynette Howell Taylor
‘Killing Faith’
In Theaters October 3, 2025
Set in 1859 America, Killing Faith follows a widowed physician, Dr. Bender (played by Guy Pearce), who embarks on a journey with a recently freed slave, Sarah (DeWanda Wise), and her daughter. The three seek a spiritual healer, as Dr. Bender is skeptical of supernatural implications but unable to treat Sarah’s daughter’s disease, which causes anyone she touches to die.
Supernatural suspense, combined with the Western genre, when done right, often positions itself as a favorite among fans of both genres. Killing Faith looks to fill that niche, and they have the perfect leading man in Guy Pearce to bring the gritty Western thriller to fruition; we are getting some Ravenous vibes. Killing Faith is set to be released in theaters on October 3, 2025.
- Release Date
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October 3, 2025
- Director
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Ned Crowley
- Writers
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Ned Crowley
- Producers
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Chad Law, Summer Crockett Moore, D.J. McPherson, Matthew Helderman, Luke Taylor, Ellen S. Wander, Wes Hager, Tony Glazer, Jack Christian, Grady Craig
‘TRON: Ares’
In Theaters October 10, 2025
The visually rich world of Tron jumps out of the digital realm in Tron: Ares, when a highly intelligent AI, Ares (Jared Leto), finds himself among humanity and doubts their ability to govern themselves. Looking to be a poignant reflection on our current relationship with AI while delivering a big-budget action spectacle, fans have been anxiously awaiting the return of the popular franchise. While many fans are hesitant to embrace the film with Jared Leto in the lead, the sheer scale of the movie deserves to be seen on the big screen. Tron: Ares is in theaters on October 10, 2025.
- Release Date
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October 10, 2025
- Prequel(s)
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TRON, TRON: Legacy
‘Kiss of the Spider Woman’
In Theaters October 10, 2025
Set in Argentina in the early 1980s under a brutal military dictatorship, Kiss of the Spider Woman is based on the original 1976 novel by Manuel Puig and its stage musical adaptation of the same name. The story follows Valentín Arregui (Diego Luna) and Luis Molina (Tonatiuh), two prisoners of different circumstances who idle away their time by telling the stories of starlet Ingrid Luna AKA The Spider Woman (Jennifer Lopez).
A love for the source material will have audiences excited about the latest adaptation of the work. The project is in the capable hands of director Bill Condon, whose previous work includes Dreamgirls and Chicago. Kiss of the Spider Woman is in theaters on October 10, 2025.
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October 10, 2025
- Runtime
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128 minutes
- Director
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Bill Condon
- Writers
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Bill Condon, Terrence McNally, Manuel Puig
- Producers
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Barry Josephson, Ben Affleck, Benny Medina, Diego Luna, Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas, Jennifer Lopez, Kevin Halloran, Matt Damon, Sam Weisman, Greg Yolen, Michael Joe, Tom Kirdahy, Pamela Thur, Dani Bernfeld
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Tonatiuh Elizarraraz
Luis Molina
‘Black Phone 2’
In Theaters October 17, 2025
Taking place four years after the events of the first film, Black Phone 2 sees Finney (Mason Thames) still struggling mentally with the events that occurred and haunted by visions of ‘The Grabber’ (Ethan Hawke). When his younger sister, Gwen (Madeleine McGraw), has her own visions of three kids at a resort known as Alpine Lake who are in danger, the two investigate only to be confronted by a returned, and more powerful, masked killer.
With the first Black Phone being such a hit, the second film is very likely to be met with similar praise and box office success, particularly with director Scott Derrickson returning. Black Phone 2 is in theaters on October 17, 2025.
- Release Date
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October 17, 2025
- Runtime
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114 Minutes
- Director
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Scott Derrickson
‘Pets on a Train’
In Theaters October 17, 2025
After a group of animals on a train finds itself at the mercy of Hans, a badger harboring a grudge and seeking revenge, they turn to Falcon, a cunning raccoon, and Rex, a police dog, to rescue them. The French animated feature, previously titled Falcon Express, is making its way to American theaters after achieving success in its native country. Pets on a Train looks to be a fun outing for the entire family, with a delightful mix of adorable animals and high-stakes adventure. Pets on a Train is in theaters on October 17, 2025.
- Release Date
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July 2, 2025
- Runtime
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99 minutes
- Director
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Jean-Christian Tassy, Benoît Daffis
- Writers
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Benoît Daffis, David Alaux, Eric Tosti, Jean-François Tosti
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Damien Ferrette
Falcon (voice)
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Kaycie Chase
Maguy (voice)
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Frantz Confiac
Hans (voice)
‘After the Hunt’
In Theaters October 17, 2025
A well-respected psychology professor, Alma (Julia Roberts), has her professional and personal life turned upside down when she gets involved with her star student, Maggie (Ayo Edebiri), who accuses another professor, Hank (Andrew Garfield), of sexual assault. Director Luca Guadagnino has been building an impressive filmography leading up to After the Hunt, having previously worked on a string of acclaimed movies, including Queer (2025), Bones and All (2022), Suspiria (2018), and Call Me by Your Name (2017). Backed by a phenomenal cast, After the Hunt looks to further cement the director’s record as one of the strongest voices in cinema today. After the Hunt is in theaters on October 17, 2025.
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October 10, 2025
- Director
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Luca Guadagnino
- Writers
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Nora Garrett
‘Good Fortune’
In Theaters October 17, 2025
“Budget Guardian Angel” Gabriel (Keanu Reeves) is well-intended but often ends up making mistakes. When he swaps opposites, Arj (Aziz Ansari) and Jeff (Seth Rogen), to try to teach the latter a moral lesson, things don’t go as planned, as he is now a human and has to help both navigate their new lives.
Aziz Ansari’s directorial debut, backed by a strong ensemble cast and early festival buzz, has made Good Fortune an anticipated comedy release. Looking to take on familiar comedic tropes and interject social commentary, Good Fortune may be the funniest movie hitting theaters this fall, backed by an early high RT score. Good Fortune is in theaters on October 17, 2025.
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October 17, 2025
- Runtime
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98 Minutes
‘Bugonia’
In Theaters October 24, 2025
The powerful CEO of a pharmaceutical company, Michelle Fuller (Emma Stone), finds herself kidnapped by two conspiracy theorists, Teddy (Jesse Plemons) and Don (Aidan Delbis), who believe she is an alien sent to destroy Earth. The latest from acclaimed director Yorgos Lanthimos, Bugonia, will bring the director’s unique visual and narrative approach to the re-invention of a Korean cult favorite in Save the Green Planet!. For longtime fans of cult cinema and Yorgos Lanthimos, this project has been a long time coming. Bugonia has a limited release on October 24, 2025, before going nationwide on October 31, 2025.
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October 31, 2025
- Runtime
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118 minutes
- Director
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Yorgos Lanthimos
- Writers
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Will Tracy, Jang Joon-hwan
- Producers
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Ed Guiney, Andrew Lowe, Emma Stone, Lars Knudsen, Miky Lee, Ari Aster, Jerry Kyoungboum Ko
‘Regretting You’
In Theaters October 24, 2025
After a deadly car accident, Morgan Grant (Allison Williams) and her teenage daughter, Clara Grant (McKenna Grace), try to rebuild their lives. Morgan is confronted by challenging emotions surrounding her late sister’s widower, Jonah Sullivan (Dave Franco), while Clara finds an unexpected connection to help her cope with her grief in Miller Adams (Mason Thames). Being based on the book by Colleen Hoover will be an immediate draw for her committed fan base. Yet, the all-star cast in Regretting You, combined with the proven track record of director Josh Boone (The Fault in Our Stars), suggests that this will be a faithful and worthy adaptation. Regretting You is in theaters on October 24, 2025.
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October 24, 2025
- Director
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Josh Boone
- Writers
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Susan McMartin, Josh Boone, Colleen Hoover
- Producers
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Brunson Green, Robert Kulzer
‘Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere’
In Theaters October 24, 2025
Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere presents a dramatized account of the creation of Bruce Springsteen’s seminal 1982 album, Nebraska, based on the book of the same name by Warren Zanes. Jeremy Allen White steps into the shoes of the esteemed singer. With the enduring love for “The Boss” and his recent world tour, which spanned two years of exhaustive global touring, Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere will give fans another reason to celebrate the life and music of Springsteen. The movie’s authentic approach will make it all the more of a must-watch for fans. Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere is premiering in theaters on October 24, 2025.
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October 24, 2025
- Runtime
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112 Minutes
‘If I Had Legs I’d Kick You’
In Theaters October 24, 2025
If I Had Legs I’d Kick You follows Linda (Rose Byrne), a therapist who feels as if her life is unraveling, dealing with her daughter’s mysterious disease, an absentee husband in Charles (Christian Slater), and a disconnect from her own therapist, Dr. Harris (Conan O’Brien). As things come crashing down, Linda must deal with her own mental and physical limits that she previously ignored.
Premiering at the Sundance Film Festival, the film has already generated early buzz, including a strong Rotten Tomatoes score. If I Had Legs I’d Kick You has also seen early praise for its casting, including a career-defining performance from Rose Byrne and a surprise dramatic role from Conan O’Brien. If I Had Legs I’d Kick You is in theaters on October 24, 2025.
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October 10, 2025
- Runtime
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113 minutes
- Director
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Mary Bronstein
- Writers
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Mary Bronstein
- Producers
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Josh Safdie, Ronald Bronstein, Ryan Zacarias, Sara Murphy, Eli Bush
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Mary Bronstein
Dr. Spring
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‘Stitch Head’
In Theaters October 29, 2025
Stitch Head is a quiet and mild-mannered patchwork creation of a mad professor who tasks him with looking over his castle. When a traveling attraction comes to town, and its owner, Fulbert Freakfinder, promises Stitch Head fame and fortune, he has to decide what path in life to take.
Stitch Head is perfectly poised with a release window that allows parents to take their kids to a movie, helping to keep the Halloween festivities going. However, the movie is far from a seasonal cash-in. Based on the popular book by Guy Bass, the movie previously appeared at the prestigious Annecy animation festival and has garnered some fanfare backing its release. Stitch Head is in Theaters on October 29, 2025.
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October 29, 2025
- Runtime
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89 minutes
- Director
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Steve Hudson, Toby Genkel
- Writers
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Steve Hudson, Guy Bass
‘Anniversary’
In Theaters October 29, 2025
Once deeply in love, the relationship between Ellen (Diane Lane) and Paul (Kyle Chandler) is strained due to the stress of a social movement known as “The Change.” These tensions escalate further when Liz (Phoebe Dynevor) visits the family as an adamant believer in the new movement, having begun to date the duo’s son, Josh (Dylan O’Brien).
Director Jan Komasa (Good Boy, The Hater, Corpus Christi) has been garnering a devoted following for his ability to tackle provocative and thought-provoking subjects with clever poignancy. His latest, Anniversary, looks to be his most provocative work to date, touching on social/political themes that are frightfully relevant in modern American discourse and family structure. Anniversary is in theaters on October 29, 2025.
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October 29, 2025
- Director
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Jan Komasa
- Writers
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Lori Rosene-Gambino, Jan Komasa
- Producers
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Kate Churchill, Nick Wechsler, Steve Schwartz
Every movie coming to theaters in October 2025. Those marked with (*) are limited releases; check local listings to ensure the film is playing in your area:
- Bone Lake — October 3, 2025
- The Smashing Machine — October 3, 2025
- Casper — October 3, 2025
- Roofman — October 3, 2025
- Killing Faith — October 3, 2025
- Coyotes * — October 3, 2025
- Avatar: The Way of Water 3D * — October 3, 2025
- Good Boy * — October 3, 2025
- Shelby Oaks * — October 3, 2025
- Anemone * — October 3, 2025
- Scared Sh**less * — October 3, 2025
- Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror * — October 3, 2025
- Orwell: 2+2 = 5 * — October 3, 2025
- The Drowned * — October 7, 2025
- Mr. K — October 8, 2025
- TRON: Ares — October 10, 2025
- Kiss of the Spider Woman — October 10, 2025
- Soul On Fire — October 10, 2025
- Urchin * — October 10, 2025
- Re-Election * — October 10, 2025
- A House of Dynamite * — October 10, 2025
- If I Had Legs I’d Kick You * — October 10, 2025
- Beast Of War * — October 10, 2025
- Deathstalker * — October 10, 2025
- Fairyland * — October 10, 2025
- The Ballad of a Small Player * — October 15, 2025
- It Was Just an Accident — October 15, 2025 (New York)
- Black Phone 2 — October 17, 2025
- Pets on a Train — October 17, 2025
- After the Hunt — October 17, 2025
- Good Fortune — October 17, 2025
- Truth & Treason * — October 17, 2025
- Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein * — October 17, 2025
- Blue Moon * — October 17, 2025
- The Wilderness * — October 17, 2025
- Hedda * — October 22, 2025
- Regretting You — October 24, 2025
- If I Had Legs I’d Kick You — October 24, 2025
- Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere — October 24, 2025
- Bugonia * — October 24, 2025
- Dream Eater * — October 24, 2025
- ParaNorman * — October 28, 2025
- Stitch Head — October 29, 2025
- Anniversary — October 29, 2025
- Bugonia — October 31, 2025
- Hallow Road * — October 31, 2025
- Nouvelle Vague * — October 31, 2025
