The final week of October brings a fresh lineup of movies and shows to OTT platforms. From Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte’s crime drama Akka to Vijay Sethupathi’s Baththa, there is plenty to explore.
- Minimum Wage – October 26
- The One About Matthew Perry – October 27
- Drive – The Pretenders – October 28
- Baththa – October 29
- Balaraw – October 29
- You, Me, Us – October 29
- A Couple of Lies – October 30
- Akka – October 30
- Apocalypse Z: New World – October 30
- Collision Course – October 30
- How To Ruin Diwali: Meet the Parents – October 30
- Dead-End Job – October 30
- Meethe Mein Kya Hai – October 30
- Nocturne – October 30
- Obsess – October 30
- Rudravanam PS – October 30
- Obsession – October 30
- Love Always – October 30
- SCTV: The Greatest Show You’ve Never Heard Of – October 30
- Immortal – October 30
- Top OTT Releases This Week: October 26 – November 1, 2026
- Conclusion
Netflix has several new releases lined up, including The One About Matthew Perry, Meethe Mein Kya Hai, and How to Ruin Diwali: Meet the Parents. Meanwhile, JioHotstar brings the supernatural horror film Obsession to streaming.
There is also a mix of international dramas, crime thrillers, romantic stories, and horror series. Here is the complete list of the top OTT releases this week, along with their release dates and streaming platforms.
Minimum Wage – October 26
Netflix kicks off the week with Minimum Wage, a workplace comedy set in a struggling small-town pizza shop.
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The series follows teenage employees dealing with difficult customers, everyday workplace chaos, and an absentee boss who suddenly returns with plans to turn the business around. Its mockumentary format adds to the comedy.
Platform: Netflix
Release Date: October 26, 2026
The One About Matthew Perry – October 27
Fans of Friends have a documentary to look forward to this week. The One About Matthew Perry explores the life and career of the late actor, best known for playing Chandler Bing. It goes beyond his popular television persona, using personal footage, family memories, and accounts from people who knew him. The documentary offers a closer look at Perry’s legacy and the personal struggles that shaped his life.
Platform: Netflix
Release Date: October 27, 2026
Drive – The Pretenders – October 28
Prime Video brings a romantic drama set in the competitive world of racing. Drive – The Pretenders follows an ambitious mechanic who enters a fake engagement to secure the resources needed to advance his career. However, the arrangement becomes complicated when the pretend relationship begins developing into something real. The film explores ambition, public image, and the unexpected complications of falling in love.
Platform: Amazon Prime Video
Release Date: October 28, 2026
Baththa – October 29
Vijay Sethupathi headlines the Tamil film Baththa, which blends gangster drama with comedy and emotion.
Set in 1986 Madras, the story follows a feared local gangster whose life takes an unexpected turn when a young schoolboy accidentally locks him inside a school restroom.
The unusual situation sets up a story that explores the softer side of a man known for his ruthless reputation.
Platform: Netflix
Release Date: October 29, 2026
Balaraw – October 29
Looking for a horror series ahead of Halloween? Balaraw brings Filipino folklore and family secrets into the picture.
Starring Janine Gutierrez, the eight-episode series follows a young woman who travels to an uncharted island while searching for her missing mother.
Her journey leads her into a disturbing world filled with dark secrets and local legends. The series combines supernatural mystery with a personal search for the truth.
Platform: Netflix
Release Date: October 29, 2026
You, Me, Us – October 29
This Italian drama explores the complicated dynamics of a love triangle. The story follows three people whose lives become increasingly entangled as relationships change and loyalties begin to shift. Infidelity and emotional conflict force them to confront difficult questions about love and commitment.
If relationship dramas are your thing, this one deserves a place on your watchlist.
Platform: Netflix
Release Date: October 29, 2026
A Couple of Lies – October 30
Netflix adds another psychological thriller to its lineup with A Couple of Lies. The Swedish series follows two couples who swap homes, expecting a relaxing holiday. Their plans soon unravel as hidden betrayals and disturbing secrets begin to emerge.
What starts as a seemingly harmless arrangement turns into a dangerous game of manipulation and mistrust.
Platform: Netflix
Release Date: October 30, 2026
Akka – October 30
One of the biggest Indian releases this week is Akka, starring Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte. Set in the fictional kingdom of Pernuru in 1985, the crime drama follows two powerful women fighting for control of a criminal empire. Keerthy Suresh plays Queen Bhavani, while Radhika Apte portrays Rudra.
Their rivalry threatens to disrupt a world ruled by women for centuries. Tanvi Azmi and Mahesh Manjrekar are also part of the cast.
Platform: Netflix
Release Date: October 30, 2026
Apocalypse Z: New World – October 30
The fight for survival continues in Apocalypse Z: New World, the sequel to Apocalypse Z: The Beginning of the End. A rabies-like infection transforms people into aggressive predators, leaving Manel trapped in his apartment with his cat. As food supplies run low, he must leave his shelter and navigate a dangerous world.
The post-apocalyptic thriller promises another desperate battle against an increasingly hostile environment.
Platform: Amazon Prime Video
Release Date: October 30, 2026
Collision Course – October 30
This Spanish crime thriller begins with a bank robbery that quickly spirals out of control. Set in 2013, the story follows a getaway that ends in a crash. As the consequences unfold, long-standing betrayals and hidden agendas come to light.
Laia Costa, Karra Elejalde, and Luis Zahera lead the cast.
Platform: Netflix
Release Date: October 30, 2026
How To Ruin Diwali: Meet the Parents – October 30
The popular South African comedy franchise returns with another festive disaster. Rosemary Zimu and Kyle Clark star in this instalment, where introducing the parents becomes a recipe for chaos. Family secrets, cultural differences, and uncomfortable encounters threaten to derail the celebrations.
The film brings another round of awkward situations and family comedy.
Platform: Netflix
Release Date: October 30, 2026
Dead-End Job – October 30
Lee Jae-wook leads Dead-End Job, a South Korean horror series that turns an ordinary workplace into a nightmare.
The series blends familiar office struggles with supernatural terror. Here, finishing a shift is no longer just about meeting deadlines. Getting out alive becomes the real challenge.
Platform: Netflix
Release Date: October 30, 2026
Meethe Mein Kya Hai – October 30
Diwali celebrations take an unexpected turn in this Hindi family drama starring Ritwik Bhowmik, Rohini Hattangadi, and Ayesha Raza Mishra.
An extended family comes together for a festive reunion. However, a surprise marriage announcement brings long-standing disagreements and generational differences to the surface.
The film explores the complications of family relationships when old tensions refuse to stay buried.
Platform: Netflix
Release Date: October 30, 2026
Nocturne – October 30
Crime drama fans can check out Nocturne, starring Liev Schreiber, Zazie Beetz, and Stephen Graham. Adapted from Lars Kepler’s Joona Linna novels, the series follows a former homicide detective who moves to a quiet Pennsylvania town. His fresh start is interrupted when a serial killer begins terrorising the community from behind bars.
Platform: Apple TV
Release Date: October 30, 2026
Obsess – October 30
This psychological horror series is set in 1970s Kuwait. Yagoub Alfarhan plays Talal, a man who returns home after his father’s death. His arrival triggers disturbing visions involving Hessa, a woman from his past.
As the visions intensify, Talal begins questioning whether he is dealing with unresolved guilt or something supernatural.
Platform: Netflix
Release Date: October 30, 2026
Rudravanam PS – October 30
Telugu crime thriller Rudravanam PS follows an investigation that begins with a missing-person case and takes a disturbing turn.
Naresh Agastya plays SI Sivakumar, an honest police officer investigating a brutal murder and a disappearance. As more crimes come to light, he uncovers a deeper web of corruption and secrets. The seven-episode series brings crime, mystery, and small-town intrigue together.
Platform: ZEE5
Release Date: October 30, 2026
Obsession – October 30
The supernatural horror film Obsession makes its digital debut on JioHotstar. Starring Inde Navarrette and Michael Johnston, the film follows a young man who uses a mysterious object to make his childhood crush fall in love with him.
His wish initially seems to work. But her affection soon becomes frighteningly intense, turning his romantic fantasy into a nightmare. The film will be available in an uncut version in English and Hindi.
Platform: JioHotstar
Release Date: October 30, 2026
Love Always – October 30
JioHotstar brings a Tamil romantic drama about love, memories, and second chances. Love Always follows an elderly couple who receive an extraordinary opportunity to travel back in time and meet their younger selves.
The experience encourages them to revisit their choices and reflect on the moments that shaped their relationship.
Platform: JioHotstar
Release Date: October 30, 2026
SCTV: The Greatest Show You’ve Never Heard Of – October 30
Netflix explores the legacy of Canadian sketch comedy institution Second City Television in this documentary. The film combines archival footage with interviews to examine how the comedy show influenced television and helped shape generations of performers.
It is a pick for viewers interested in comedy history and the people behind an influential television institution.
Platform: Netflix
Release Date: October 30, 2026
Immortal – October 30
Tamil romantic horror film Immortal stars G. V. Prakash Kumar and Kayadu Lohar. The story combines romance with supernatural mystery, bringing an unsettling twist to the lives of its central characters.
Viewers who enjoy films that move between emotional drama and horror can add this one to their weekend watchlist.
Platform: SonyLIV
Release Date: October 30, 2026
Top OTT Releases This Week: October 26 – November 1, 2026
| Movie / Series | Release Date | Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Wage | October 26, 2026 | Netflix |
| The One About Matthew Perry | October 27, 2026 | Netflix |
| Drive – The Pretenders | October 28, 2026 | Amazon Prime Video |
| Balaraw | October 29, 2026 | Netflix |
| You, Me, Us | October 29, 2026 | Netflix |
| Baththa | October 29, 2026 | Netflix |
| A Couple of Lies | October 30, 2026 | Netflix |
| Akka | October 30, 2026 | Netflix |
| Apocalypse Z: New World | October 30, 2026 | Amazon Prime Video |
| Collision Course | October 30, 2026 | Netflix |
| Dead-End Job | October 30, 2026 | Netflix |
| How to Ruin Diwali: Meet the Parents | October 30, 2026 | Netflix |
| Meethe Mein Kya Hai | October 30, 2026 | Netflix |
| Nocturne | October 30, 2026 | Apple TV |
| Obsess | October 30, 2026 | Netflix |
| Obsession | October 30, 2026 | JioHotstar |
| Rudravanam PS | October 30, 2026 | ZEE5 |
| SCTV: The Greatest Show You’ve Never Heard Of | October 30, 2026 | Netflix |
| Love Always | October 30, 2026 | JioHotstar |
| Immortal | October 30, 2026 | SonyLIV |
Conclusion
The final week of October has a little something for every OTT viewer. Akka is one of the biggest Indian releases, with Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte facing off in a crime drama. Vijay Sethupathi’s Baththa offers a different mix of gangster drama and comedy, while Meethe Mein Kya Hai brings family tensions into the Diwali season.
Horror fans can look forward to Obsession, Balaraw, and Dead-End Job. Meanwhile, The One About Matthew Perry offers a closer look at the life and legacy of a much-loved television star.
With Netflix leading the lineup and several other platforms adding fresh titles, this week offers plenty of options for your next binge-watch session.
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