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Prime Video October 2026: Your Next Binge Starts Here

October is bringing plenty of reasons to stay in and press play. Prime Video’s latest lineup is packed with fantasy adventures, dark comedy, romance, action, thrillers, and Filipino favorites, giving viewers a fresh mix of stories to discover all month long. From highly anticipated returning series to new movies and local productions, there’s something for practically every kind of binge-watcher.

Here’s a look at the movies and series coming to Prime Video this October 2026.

Series

The Seven Knights Of The Marronnier Kingdom
October 3, 2026

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The Kingdom of Marronnie is surrounded by seven different countries, with General Baribara’s seven sons appointed as knight commanders responsible for foreign diplomacy.

But their mission goes beyond building alliances. As the brothers travel to their assigned countries, they encounter a mysterious young man, experience romance in foreign lands, and gradually uncover secrets surrounding their late father, one of the kingdom’s seven knights.

With an epic fantasy adventure, striking visuals, and distinctive characters, the series promises a sweeping story filled with mystery, romance, and unexpected discoveries.

Carrie
October 7, 2026

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Carrie White has spent most of her life hidden away at home under the watchful eye of her fiercely protective mother, Margaret. But after her father’s sudden death forces her into the unfamiliar world of public high school, Carrie finds herself facing a new kind of nightmare.

As a viral bullying scandal spreads through her community, Carrie must deal with the pressures and cruelty of social media while mysterious telekinetic powers begin to emerge alongside her adolescence.

Helluva Boss Season 3
October 14, 2026

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The chaotic I.M.P. crew is back for another wild season.

Set between Hell and the human world, Helluva Boss follows Blitzo and his unconventional assassination business, alongside Moxxie, Millie, and Loona. Season 3 sees the crew take on more dangerous jobs while their complicated personal lives become increasingly difficult to manage.

Blitzo and Stolas continue to navigate their uncertain relationship, Millie and Moxxie prepare for a life-changing surprise, and Loona takes on a bigger role at I.M.P. With old enemies returning and new opportunities emerging, expect more explosive comedy, outrageous situations, and heartfelt character drama.

Doubters to Believers: Liverpool FC: Klopp’s Era
October 16, 2026

Jürgen Klopp’s nine-year tenure at Liverpool gets the spotlight in this documentary series.

Following his final season with the club, the series looks back at how Klopp transformed Liverpool and helped lead the team to Premier League and Champions League glory. Featuring exclusive interviews, the documentary explores his coaching evolution, his trust in young talent, and the story behind his emotional farewell.

Love in Disguise
October 19, 2026

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Based on the hit web novel Why Don’t You Know It’s a Girl?, this romantic drama follows Kang Jae-hee, a former special forces officer turned police detective.

Assigned to protect and investigate Yoon Yi-jun, the cold and powerful heir to a conglomerate who is also a murder suspect, Jae-hee goes undercover by disguising herself as a man and joining his security team.

But when her true identity is revealed, the two are forced to confront betrayal, vulnerability, and feelings that neither of them expected.

The Terminal List Season 2
October 21, 2026

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Chris Pratt returns as Navy SEAL Commander James Reece in the second season of The Terminal List.

Based on Jack Carr’s second novel, True Believer, the new season follows Reece as he searches for a new purpose after completing his revenge mission. The story expands into a globe-spanning espionage thriller, taking him across Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and the Indian Ocean.

As Reece uncovers a conspiracy stretching from Moscow to Langley, he also discovers disturbing connections to his own family history.

Final Table
October 24, 2026

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Four chefs and a field of culinary competitors go head-to-head in Final Table, where the goal is to crown the best Korean chef alive.

Among them are Kang Han, a world-class talent known as “Chris K.”; Choi Song-yi, who is fighting to save her late father’s restaurant; and Cha Woo-jin, a perfectionist chef who refuses to settle for anything less than the best.

What begins as an intense culinary competition gradually becomes something more personal as the chefs confront their own struggles and form unexpected connections.

LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines Season 2
October 30, 2026

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Get ready for another round of comedy chaos as LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines returns for Season 2.

Ten comedians will battle it out to make each other laugh while doing everything they can to keep a straight face. With wild characters, outrageous antics, and plenty of jokes, the last comedian laughing takes home ONE MILLION PESOS.

Vice Ganda returns as host for the second season.

MOVIES

Drags to Riches
October 9, 2026

Andre and Troye hatch an outrageous scheme to secure a promotion by convincing drag queen Jonas to impersonate his long-lost straight twin.

The plan gets even more complicated when they use the deception to fool Jonas’ homophobic father, setting the stage for a comedy filled with unexpected twists and plenty of chaos.

Love of Your Life
October 14, 2026

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Maya’s life changes after a chance encounter with Charlie sparks a sweeping romance and a future she never expected.

But when that future is suddenly upended, Maya is forced to start over and confront who she is, what she truly wants, and whether she is ready to love again.

In the Grey
October 15, 2026

A covert team of elite operatives takes on an impossible mission when a ruthless despot steals a billion-dollar fortune.

Tasked with getting it back, the team soon finds that their seemingly impossible heist has turned into an all-out battle of strategy, deception, and survival.

Written and directed by Guy Ritchie, In the Grey brings together espionage, action, and high-stakes thrills.

Masterplan
October 16, 2026

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A legendary thief sets his sights on one of the world’s most famous artworks, the Mona Lisa, and recruits two young strangers to help pull off the ultimate heist.

But there’s a twist. Chiara, an Italian cybercrime expert, and Jay, a French explosives specialist, discover that they are long-lost siblings and that the legendary thief is actually their father.

Now, the unlikely family must learn to work together while trying not to kill each other long enough to execute the heist of the century.

Drive: The Pretenders
October 28, 2026

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A young race car mechanic agrees to pretend to be engaged to one of the most scandalous racing stars in the sport.

What begins as a fake relationship is supposed to protect her reputation while giving the mechanic a chance to pursue her own dreams behind the wheel. But as their staged romance becomes something more, the lie threatens to change everything.

Apocalipsis Z: New World
October 30, 2026

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The Apocalypse Z saga continues with a new chapter set in a world devastated by the TSJ virus.

The Canary Islands have become Europe’s last refuge, but a special mission to the mainland in search of vital supplies quickly turns into a desperate fight for survival.

Roberto and his companions must navigate hordes of infected and divided loyalties as they face a difficult choice: save themselves or risk everything to protect what remains of humanity.

More Reasons to Press Play This October

From epic fantasy and supernatural drama to high-stakes action, romance, comedy, and survival stories, Prime Video’s October lineup covers plenty of viewing moods. Filipino audiences also have more to look forward to with local titles like Drags to Riches and LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines Season 2 joining the month’s offerings.

Whether you’re looking for something thrilling, funny, romantic, or completely unpredictable, October has plenty of new stories ready for your watchlist.

So, which Prime Video title will be your first binge this October?

October 2, 2026
Joshua Garcia and Julia Barretto’s “Always Yours, Never Mine” Heads to Cinemas Worldwide

Some love stories are defined by happy endings. Others are shaped by timing, missed chances, and the people who remain in our hearts no matter how much life changes.

That is the emotional core of “Always Yours, Never Mine,” Star Cinema’s latest romantic drama starring Joshua Garcia and Julia Barretto.

Directed by Cathy Garcia-Sampana, the film opened in Philippine cinemas on September 30 and is now preparing to bring its story of love, longing, and life-changing choices to audiences around the world.

Apollo and Luna’s Story Goes Global

Following its Philippine theatrical release, “Always Yours, Never Mine” will roll out across several international markets beginning this October.

The film will open in the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Australia, and New Zealand on October 22, followed by the United States, Canada, and Guam on October 23.

Fans in Europe will also get their chance to see the film on the big screen. Screenings begin in the United Kingdom and Austria on October 31, followed by Spain, France, and Italy on November 1.

With its growing international release, the film brings Joshua and Julia’s latest onscreen pairing to Filipino audiences and moviegoers overseas who have been waiting to see them together again.

Joshua Garcia and Julia Barretto to Meet Fans in Europe

The international release will also come with special appearances from the film’s lead stars.

Joshua and Julia are set to attend special screenings and meet-and-greet sessions at Genesis Cinema London on October 31, with screenings scheduled at 10 AM and 1 PM.

A day later, the pair will head to Spain for another round of special screenings at Palacio de la Prensa Cinema in Madrid on November 1, with showtimes at 1 PM and 6 PM.

The appearances give fans in Europe a rare chance to experience the film with its stars and hear more about the story behind Apollo and Luna.

A Romance That Unfolds Across Three Decades

At the center of “Always Yours, Never Mine” are Apollo, played by Joshua Garcia, and Luna, portrayed by Julia Barretto.

Their lives repeatedly cross over the course of three decades, but each reunion arrives with a new set of circumstances and a different choice to make.

As the years pass, every decision sends them in a new direction. Some bring them closer, while others pull them apart.

The result is a story that explores not only romance, but also the weight of timing, sacrifice, and the consequences of choosing one path over another.

It asks a painfully familiar question: What happens when love is real, but life refuses to make things simple?

Joshua Garcia Calls the Film a Much-Needed Breather

For Joshua, “Always Yours, Never Mine” offers audiences something warm, relatable, and emotionally refreshing.

Feeling ko kailangan natin ito, yung mga ganitong entertainment. Kailangan nating huminga, I think ito yung hinga natin. I hope maraming maka-relate at makasabay sa characters nina Apollo at Luna (I feel like we need this kind of entertainment. We need to take a breath and enjoy a story like this. I hope many can relate to the characters of Apollo and Luna),” he shared.

The actor expressed his hope that viewers will connect with Apollo and Luna and see something familiar in the choices, emotions, and relationships they encounter throughout the film.

His words also point to one of the movie’s strengths: its ability to turn a deeply personal love story into something audiences can recognize in their own lives.

Julia Barretto on Loving Without Being Loved the Same Way

For Julia, the title itself captures one of the film’s most painful truths.

[It’s about] your willingness to give your heart to somebody else who can’t give theirs back to you,” she said.

That idea sits at the center of Luna and Apollo’s story.

Love, after all, does not always arrive equally. Sometimes one person gives more. Sometimes the timing is wrong. And sometimes, even the strongest feelings are not enough to guarantee the ending we want.

It is this emotional tension that gives “Always Yours, Never Mine” its bittersweet appeal.

A Story About Love, Timing, and the Choices We Carry

More than a conventional romance, “Always Yours, Never Mine” looks at how relationships change as people grow older, make different choices, and become different versions of themselves.

Apollo and Luna’s journey stretches across years, but the question at the heart of their story remains the same: Can two people who keep finding their way back to each other ever truly belong to one another?

For audiences drawn to stories about second chances, missed opportunities, and complicated love, the film promises an emotional ride built around one of romance’s most enduring ideas: sometimes the person you love most is also the person you cannot completely have.

Where to Watch “Always Yours, Never Mine”

“Always Yours, Never Mine” is now showing in cinemas across the Philippines, with international screenings beginning in October.

Tickets and additional screening information are available through mytfc.com.

For more updates on the film, follow Star Cinema on Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.

For other ABS-CBN updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok, or visit www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom.

October 1, 2026
Big Bad Wolf Books Brings Its Biggest, Best-Ever Selection Yet to BGC This Nov. 5
Big Bad Wolf Books makes its much-awaited return to Metro Manila, bringing REALLY AWESOME BOOKS. REAL DISCOUNTS. to Park Triangle Mall in Bonifacio Global City (BGC) from November 5 to 15, 2026, marking the book sale’s first-ever event in BGC.

Jacqueline Ng, Founder and Executive Director of Big Bad Wolf Books

This year, Big Bad Wolf Books is bringing an even bigger and more exciting experience for Filipino readers, with a significantly wider selection of fiction, internationally bestselling titles, collectible editions, children’s books, and hard-to-find reads, alongside discounts of up to 95%. From trending authors like Rebecca Yarros, Sarah J. Maas, and Freida McFadden to special editions that are rarely available in the Philippines, there will be more books to discover, more stories to explore, and more reasons to keep hunting through the stacks.

Adding to the excitement is the arrival of Goldsboro Books, giving Filipino readers access to limited first-edition signed copies and serial-numbered books that would traditionally require a trip overseas to find. The sale will also featureJeffrey Archer’s Adam & Eve, launching internationally in October and marking the acclaimed author’s final book—making them particularly meaningful finds for collectors and fans.

The experience is designed for every kind of reader, too. The expanded children’s selection, organized by age group, makes it easier for families to browse, while Unbelievable Titles starting at just ₱60 offer an easy invitation to pick up a book simply because something catches your eye.

TJ Cuenca, Head of Marketing at BGC

TJ Cuenca, Head of Marketing at BGC, welcomed Big Bad Wolf Books to the district and shared its support for bringing the experience into the heart of a city where food, fashion, art, work, entertainment, and culture thrive. Inside Park Triangle, rows upon rows of books will turn browsing into a full-scale treasure hunt.

Jacqueline Ng, Founder and Executive Director of Big Bad Wolf Books, with Big Bad Wolf partners Tim Yap and Charmaine Palermo

The launch was also attended by Big Bad Wolf Books partners, including Tim Yap and Charmaine Palermo, who joined the celebration and shared in the call to make books and learning part of everyday life.

Encouraging everyone to make the most of the upcoming sale, Tim Yap invited guests and readers to “really immerse yourself in books” and give others “the gift of books,” which he described as “the gift of learning.” His message echoed the spirit of the Manila 2026 sale: that discovering a book can be more than a purchase. It can be an opportunity to learn, explore, and share something meaningful with others.

For Big Bad Wolf Books, the experience goes beyond simply finding a book on a reading list. Visitors can come looking for a bestselling author they already love and discover someone completely new, shop for a book for their children and find one for themselves, or stumble upon a rare edition they never expected to see in Manila.

Big Bad Wolf Books Manila 2026 is ultimately about discovery, more of the books people want to read, more books they didn’t know they were looking for, and more opportunities to take home something unexpected. With the sale open daily from 10:00 AM to midnight, readers will have more time to browse, hunt, and discover their next great find.

Hunting Beyond the Stacks: Really Awesome Books, Real Discounts

This year’s theme, “There’s a Book for Every Kind of You,” takes the experience beyond the traditional idea of a reader. Gym-goer? There’s a book for you. Coffee obsessive? There’s a book for you. Gamer, designer, traveler, entrepreneur, home cook, music fan, parent, collector—or someone who hasn’t picked up a book in years? There’s a book for you, too.

Across their real-world interests, including food, fitness, travel, art, music, gaming, parenting, self-development, business, and hobbies, visitors can follow what they already love and see where the hunt takes them. Big Bad Wolf proves a simple truth: people don’t have to love books to find a book they’ll love.

Among the titles visitors can hunt down are:

Fourth Wing (Deluxe and Special Editions)
Author: Rebecca Yarros

Welcome to the Hyunam-Dong Bookshop
Author: Hwang Bo-reum

Crime and Punishment
Author: Fyodor Dostoyevsky

The Thursday Murder Club
Author: Richard Osman

House of Flame and Shadow
Author: Sarah J. Maas

The Friend Zone
Author: Abby Jimenez

The Thrill of the Hunt in a Digital World

When almost anything can be searched, clicked, and delivered in a few taps, Big Bad Wolf is bringing back something the algorithm cannot quite replicate: the tactile thrill of a book hunt. It’s the spontaneous joy of stumbling across a title you weren’t even looking for, at a bargain price you never expected.

A cover catches your eye. A title makes you stop. You spot an author you’ve been meaning to read, or a book you didn’t know existed. Then you check the price and realize it is coming home with you. That unpredictability has always been part of what makes the Big Bad Wolf experience so special.

Visitors can wander through stacks of unexpected finds, hunt for gifts ahead of the holiday season, discover new interests, and walk away with books they might never have searched for online.

Prowl Ahead: Stay Connected

Event Details
- Public Sale Period: November 5 to 15, 2026
- Venue: 5th Floor, Park Triangle Mall, Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Taguig
- Admission: FREE
- Operating Hours: Open daily, 10:00 AM–12:00 midnight.
Ready to join the hunt? Keep your eyes peeled and follow Big Bad Wolf Books Philippines’ official Facebook and Instagram pages for sneak peeks, floor guides, and exclusive announcements leading up to opening day on November 5.

For more information on upcoming sales, promos, and updates, visit the Big Bad Wolf Books website or follow the official Big Bad Wolf Books Philippines social media pages:
- Facebook: http://facebook.com/bbwbooksphilippines
- Instagram: http://instagram.com/bbwbooksph
October 1, 2026
“X” marks the spot: Experience next-level tech retail at the first The Loop X in SM North EDSA The Annex

Unboxing your latest gadgets is always an exhilarating experience, but what if we told you there are even more ways to make it exciting?

Whether you are looking for the next iPhone or Android phone, upgrading your laptop, or searching for other tech accessories and digital gear, always look for the X that marks the spot as The Loop X is now officially open at the 3rd floor of SM North EDSA The Annex.

As the brand’s very first flagship store, The Loop X is a lifestyle playground that redefines modern tech retail. Stepping inside reveals a major transformation from traditional store layouts, featuring a sleek and elevated design that resulted in a bold, modern, and vibrant space where cutting-edge technology, everyday lifestyle, and interactive experiences meet.

At its core, the “X” in The Loop X represents a brand-new way to engage with technology through Xperience, Xplore, and Xcape.

Xperience premium service

Customers can look forward to top-tier and personalized service paired with dedicated interactive experience zones. Visitors can try out new gears in the experiential VR Room, or test high-speed driving setup in the thrilling racing simulator, and even explore thoughtful product pairings through the His and Hers concept displays.

The store also features an immersive audio wall for testing sound gear alongside a dedicated enhancement wall stocked with essential accessories and mobile add-ons to customize every setup.

Xplore the latest finds

At The Loop X, options are virtually endless, bringing together a broad range of tech needs under one roof.

In addition to showcasing the complete Apple lineup, the store also features popular devices and accessories from Samsung, realme, Xiaomi, Tecno, Huawei, Honor, Nubia, Vivo, Oppo, Nintendo, and lifestyle brands like Oura, Plaid, Amazfit, and Rokid, providing options for every upgrade or setup preference.

Xcape the ordinary

Looking for a caffeine and gadget fix? At The Loop X, shoppers can enjoy the best of both worlds: premium drinks paired with top-tier gadgets.

Adding to its unique store layout, The Loop X introduces The Loop Bar, an exclusive in-store matcha bar where customers can sit back and relax with a delightful cup of caffeine while considering their next device upgrade. By combining trendy beverages with modern technology in one place, The Loop X transforms a standard shopping trip into a complete lifestyle experience.

Xperience the coolest way to shop tech. Visit The Loop X on the 3rd floor of SM North EDSA The Annex. Remember: X marks the spot!

October 1, 2026
Mikey Madison Takes on Whistleblower Frances Haugen in Aaron Sorkin’s “The Social Reckoning,” in Cinemas October 7

Fresh from her Academy Award-winning turn in Anora, Mikey Madison is stepping into a very different kind of spotlight.

In Aaron Sorkin’s The Social Reckoning, the actress portrays Frances Haugen, the former Facebook employee who became one of the most prominent whistleblowers in the tech industry after disclosing internal company documents and speaking publicly about the platform’s impact.

For Madison, the appeal of the role was immediate. More than the headlines surrounding Haugen, it was her willingness to act on her convictions that stood out.

It was Frances’s incredible moral compass that captured me,” Madison says. “It’s not often that someone acts in as selfless a way as she did. And what I loved most is that she is a hero who doesn’t really even know that she is a hero.

All she knows is that there is something inside her that can’t live with keeping this information secret when it is so clearly doing harm.

A Story Built Around “The Facebook Files”

At the center of The Social Reckoning is the investigation that came to be known as The Facebook Files.

The film follows Haugen as she works with The Wall Street Journal reporter Jeff Horwitz, played by Jeremy Allen White, to bring internal information about Facebook into public view.

What begins as a professional exchange gradually becomes something far more personal. With enormous stakes surrounding their work, the two must navigate trust, pressure, and the consequences of going up against one of the world’s biggest technology companies.

Watch the trailer:

Written and directed by Sorkin, who also wrote The Social Network, the film explores not only the mechanics of the investigation, but also the people behind it.

Why Aaron Sorkin Chose Mikey Madison

Sorkin says Madison had the qualities he was looking for long before cameras started rolling.

“I had been knocked out by Mikey’s performance in Anora and also loved her in Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood. I knew that she could do this,” he says.

But for the filmmaker, acting ability was only part of the equation.

I had been knocked out by Mikey’s performance in Anora and also loved her in Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood. I knew that she could do this,” Sorkin says. “In addition to being a great actor, Mikey has qualities an actor can’t fake. An actor can’t pretend to be smart. And an actor can’t pretend to be funny. You need to already be those things to make them authentic, and Mikey is.

It is that combination of intelligence, wit, and restraint that helped shape Madison’s interpretation of Haugen.

Learning the Mindset of a Tech Insider

Preparing for the role meant entering a world far removed from Madison’s own.

The actress spent time learning the language and culture of the tech industry, while also looking into the experiences of women working in a field known for its highly analytical and often demanding environment.

Frances is wickedly intelligent but in a very specific way,” Madison notes. “I had to learn to wrap my head around someone who is always thinking analytically.

Rather than simply copying Haugen’s mannerisms, Madison focused on understanding how the character processes information, responds to pressure, and makes decisions when the stakes keep rising.

That approach aligned with Sorkin’s direction.

Instead of asking his cast to recreate the real people exactly, he encouraged them to work from the characters as written on the page.

For Madison, that opened the door to building her own version of Frances while staying grounded in the larger truth of the story.

The Relationship at the Heart of the Film

One of the most compelling parts of The Social Reckoning for Madison was the evolving relationship between Frances and Jeff.

At first, the two are connected by a shared goal. Over time, however, that dynamic deepens into trust and friendship.

There’s a certain point in the story where Frances and Jeff turn from using each other as a means to an end to becoming true allies and friends who appreciate each other for who they truly are, Madison says.

For Frances, that growing trust leads to a major turning point.

That’s when Frances realizes she can’t be anonymous anymore, much as she wants to be, because Jeff’s story will only have a major impact if her face is attached to it.

It is a decision that pushes the story beyond corporate intrigue and into something much more intimate.

The choice to step forward publicly changes everything.

Taking on Sorkin’s Signature Dialogue

Madison also found herself tackling one of the most recognizable elements of any Aaron Sorkin project: fast, carefully constructed dialogue.

For the actress, the precision of the writing became one of the most rewarding parts of the experience.

“Every word is so specifically chosen,” she says.

At the same time, Madison says Sorkin gave the cast plenty of room to make those words their own.

I found Aaron remarkably trusting as a director. He chooses his actors carefully, then lets them do what they do best. He definitely doesn’t micromanage, which is wonderful. And he has an incredible sense of humor that is really fun.

That balance between tightly written material and creative freedom allowed Madison to shape a performance that feels less like an imitation and more like a character study.

A Role Rooted in Courage

Although Madison has yet to meet Haugen in person, portraying her has clearly left an impression.

I do very much hope one day in the future to meet this incredible woman, she says.

With The Social Reckoning, Madison moves from the chaotic energy of Anora to a quieter but equally demanding role, playing a woman whose strength comes from choosing to speak when remaining silent would have been easier.

Alongside Jeremy Allen White and under Sorkin’s direction, Madison brings one of the tech world’s most closely watched whistleblower stories to the big screen.

The Social Reckoning opens in Philippine cinemas on October 7. Distributed locally by Columbia Pictures PH.

October 1, 2026
Ryu and Ken Face Their Past in New ‘Street Fighter’ Featurette, in Cinemas October 14

Before they became rivals, they were brothers.

Ryu and Ken have spent decades defining Street Fighter, whether trading Hadokens in arcades, facing off across console generations, or standing as two of the franchise’s most recognizable fighters.

Now, their complicated history is getting a more personal spotlight on the big screen.

A newly released featurette for Street Fighter, titled “Ken vs Ryu,” offers a closer look at the bond between the two fighters, played by Andrew Koji and Noah Centineo. More than a simple rivalry, the film appears ready to explore what happens when friendship, brotherhood, and old wounds collide.

More Than Just Rivals

Ken and Ryu go way, way back,” says Centineo, who plays Ken Masters. “They were training partners and friends for a very long time.

For Koji, who takes on the role of Ryu, their connection runs even deeper.

They were brothers – no, actually, blood brothers – that in this story have not spoken because there was an event that caused them to go very separate paths, he says.

That fractured relationship looks set to become one of the film’s central emotional threads.

After years apart, Ryu and Ken are forced back into each other’s orbit, and judging by the featurette, their reunion will involve much more than friendly sparring.

The World Warrior Tournament Returns

Set in 1993, Street Fighter follows estranged fighters Ryu and Ken as they are pulled back into combat by Chun-Li, played by Callina Liang.

Her mission leads them to the next World Warrior Tournament, where fighters from across the globe come together for a brutal clash of strength, skill, and survival.

Of course, this being Street Fighter, there is more happening beneath the surface.

A deadly conspiracy lurks behind the tournament, forcing Ryu and Ken to confront not only a dangerous new threat, but also the unresolved history that drove them apart.

For longtime fans, that setup gives the film plenty of room to deliver the spectacle the franchise is known for while adding more weight to one of gaming’s most enduring rivalries.

Watch the “Ken vs Ryu” featurette here:

A Roster Built for Fans

Director Kitao Sakurai brings the arcade classic to cinemas with a lineup packed with familiar names.

Noah Centineo stars as Ken, with Andrew Koji as Ryu and Callina Liang as Chun-Li.

They are joined by Joe “Roman Reigns” Anoai as Akuma, David Dastmalchian as M. Bison, Cody Rhodes as Guile, Andrew Schulz as Dan Hibiki, Eric André as Don Sauvage, Mel Jarnson as Cammy, Vidyut Jammwal as Dhalsim, Orville Peck as Vega, Olivier Richters as Zangief, Hirooki Goto as E. Honda, Rayna Vallandingham as Juli, and Alexander Volkanovski as Joe.

Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson steps into the ring as Balrog, while Jason Momoa plays Blanka and also serves as a co-producer.

It is a wildly varied ensemble, fitting for a franchise known for bringing together fighters with completely different styles, personalities, and backgrounds.

From Arcade Rivalry to Big-Screen Drama

Ryu and Ken have always been inseparable from the identity of Street Fighter.

They may fight differently, walk different paths, and constantly test each other, but their rivalry has always been rooted in respect. The upcoming film appears ready to push that dynamic further by giving their separation real consequences.

That makes “Ken vs Ryu” more than a showcase for punches and special moves. It sets up a story about two fighters forced to face what happened between them before they can move forward.

And yes, there will still be Hadokens.

Street Fighter opens in Philippine cinemas October 14. Distributed locally by Paramount Pictures PH.

Get your tickets now.

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October 1, 2026
Barbie Almalbis, Kitchie Nadal to Bring Generations of Pinoy Rock Together at ‘CROSSFADE’

The one-night-only engagement will feature long sets of new releases and classic hits that have defined Pinoy pop culture for decades, letting the audience experience the music in an intimate, live setting.

Almalbis and Nadal have previously shared the stage through the first two editions of Secrets at the Music Museum. They later reunited for the two-part Tanaw series, which featured contemporaries from the Philippine rock and alternative-pop scene.

CROSSFADE promises a night of live music that connects eras, influences, and personal histories. It also aims to champion both the songs audiences have grown up with and the new material that accompanies their respective artistic pathways.

Tickets are available for PHP 1,600 via bit.ly/barbiekitchiecrossfade. The event is standing-room only, with a limited number of seats available on a first-come, first-served basis.

October 1, 2026
Tricks, Treats & Netflix: 16 Titles to Binge This October

October is here, and Netflix Philippines is bringing a lineup packed with thrills, chills, laughs, romance, and plenty of binge-worthy stories.

From returning favorites and exciting anime to fresh local releases like Rae Red’s Balaraw, starring Janine Gutierrez, Charlie Dizon, and Agot Isidro, there’s something for every kind of viewer this month. Whether you’re in the mood for a good scare or simply looking for your next obsession, these 16 titles are ready to keep you hooked beyond the Halloween season.

TITLE SPOTLIGHT

BALARAW: BLOOD ISLAND
Launch date: October 29

A woman’s search for her missing mother leads her to the sinister Balaraw Island, where survival, dark secrets, and her own identity hang in the balance.

Starring: Janine Gutierrez, Charlie Dizon, and Agot Isidro | Director: Rae Red

THRILLERS & SUSPENSE

EAST OF EDEN
Launch date: October 1

In the early 1900s, a fiercely independent woman drives a rift between two brothers, igniting a saga that unfolds across two generations.

BELOW
Launch date: October 8

When a mysterious sea creature terrorizes a coastal town, a fisherman fights to protect his family and his community’s vanishing way of life.

ANIMALS
Launch date: October 9

When their son is kidnapped, an LA mayoral candidate and his wife scramble to raise the ransom, making choices that could tear their world apart.

HAUNTED HOTEL: SEASON 2
Launch date: October 9

Katherine and her family settle into their new normal as more paranormal problems come looking for vacancies. But can a haunted hotel ever truly feel like home?

IS IT CAKE? HALLOWEEN: SEASON 2
Launch date: October 9

Six talented cake artists put their skills to the test, creating Halloween-themed treats designed to fool the judges and win the grand prize.

THE DIPLOMAT: SEASON 4
Launch date: October 15

One catastrophic moment shatters the fragile peace Kate Wyler has brokered between the US and UK, while putting her already troubled marriage on the line.

LIFE AS YOU KNOW IT

MIDNIGHT GIRLS
Launch date: October 1

In neon-lit Nagoya, four Filipina nightclub workers build a fierce sisterhood while navigating the cost of chasing dreams and supporting their families back home.

NOBODY WANTS THIS: SEASON 3
Launch date: October 22

Joanne and Noah take their relationship to the next level amid sibling drama, maternal meddling, and one giant leap of faith.

MINIMUM WAGE
Launch date: October 26

Teens struggle to run a local pizzeria while juggling school, a manic boss, and minimum wage in this series based on the hit social media shorts.

ANIME LOVIN’

THE RAMPANTS OF ICE: SEASON 2
Launch date: October 1

Koyuki wrestles with longing as Minato drifts on thin ice, while Miki and Yota face a strained bond. Can the four friends untangle their complicated feelings?

BLUE BOX: SEASON 2
Launch date: October 4

As Taiki and Chinatsu navigate their evolving feelings, a fractured friendship and fierce competition stand in the way of their road to nationals.

Fun fact: This title is getting a Filipino dub!

RANMA1/2: SEASON 3
Launch date: October 4

More rivals and misadventures await Ranma and Akane as Cologne trains Ryoga, a cookie war spirals out of control, and Shampoo cooks up new schemes.

ASIAN FAVORITES

TAKE CHARGE OF MY HEART
Launch date: October 9

A corporate heir with an artificial heart meets a woman who’s literally electric. The two strike a deal that makes his heart beat in more ways than one.

100 DAYS OF DECEPTION
Launch date: October 10

A pickpocket dreaming of freedom takes on her most dangerous job yet, going undercover to steal secrets from the Japanese colonial government.

DID SOMEONE HAPPEN TO MENTION ME?
Launch date: October 22

Once Japan’s most renowned stage actor, Gen suddenly finds himself forgotten. Fueled by his need for recognition, he sets out to claw his way back from zero in this comedy.

YOUR NEXT OCTOBER BINGE

Whether you’re chasing a spine-chilling mystery, an emotional romance, a hilarious reality competition, or the next anime series to obsess over, Netflix Philippines has plenty lined up this October. So grab your favorite snacks, dim the lights, and get ready to discover your next must-watch.

Credit: All Photos Courtesy of Netflix

October 1, 2026
New Movies This Week: Always Yours Never Mine, Digger, Verity, and More!

Ready for your weekly big screen fix? Theaters are rolling out a fresh lineup that swings from emotional romantic reunions and whimsical animated adventures to high-stakes thrillers. Whether you are looking for the decades-spanning romance of Always Yours, Never Mine, the cute ocean chaos in Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of the Mermaid Island, explosive global disaster in Digger, tense television history in Primetime, or a bone-chilling psychological mystery in Verity, this week’s slate offers something special for every moviegoer.

Here are the new movies opening in cinemas this week to add to your cinema plans:

Always Yours, Never Mine

2026 • PG • 1h 52m
DRAMA, ROMANCE
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Joshua Garcia and Julia Barretto reunite on screen for a sweeping romantic drama about bad timing and second chances. Spanning thirty years, the story follows two people who repeatedly cross paths, constantly teetering on the edge of a relationship without ever making it work. When life unexpectedly gives them one final opportunity to reshape their shared history, they are forced to confront the life-changing decision they spent decades avoiding.

Always Yours, Never Mine | Courtesy of ABS-CBN Corporate Communications

Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of the Mermaid Island

2026 • PG • 1h 38m
ADVENTURE, ANIMATION, FAMILY, FANTASY
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Digger

OPENING DATE: OCTOBER 2, 2026
2026 • R-13 • 2h 9m
COMEDY
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Tom Cruise leads this high-velocity thriller centered on power, accountability, and impending doom. The story follows an influential global leader who accidentally triggers a catastrophic disaster that threatens total destruction. In a desperate race against time, he embarks on a high-stakes mission across the globe to undo the damage and convince a skeptical world that he is their ultimate savior.

Primetime

2026 • R-16 • 1h 49m
CRIME, DRAMA, THRILLER
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Robert Pattinson stars in this gripping crime drama inspired by the chaotic early days of reality television journalism. Set in 2006, the film focuses on news anchor Chris Hansen as he conceives and launches the groundbreaking, controversial show To Catch a Predator. The narrative explores the high-pressure environment, moral grey areas, and media obsession that turned the broadcast into an instant pop culture phenomenon.

Verity

2026 • R-16 • 1h 57m
MYSTERY, THRILLER
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Based on Colleen Hoover’s bestselling psychological thriller, this intense feature stars Dakota Johnson, Anne Hathaway, and Josh Hartnett. Struggling writer Lowen Ashleigh accepts a lucrative offer from Jeremy Crawford to finish the remaining books of his injured, bestselling author wife, Verity.

Dakota Johnson in Verity | Courtesy of Columbia Pictures

Moving into the family home to review her notes, Lowen discovers an unpublished manuscript containing dark, disturbing admissions that threaten to destroy everyone involved.

What’s On Your Movie List This Week?

No matter what big screen vibe you are looking for this week, the theater is ready to deliver an unforgettable escape. From heart-wrenching romantic near-misses and cute island quests to high-stakes political disasters, investigative media dramas, and twisted manuscript secrets, there is a seat waiting for you. Whatever you’re in the mood for, there’s a new movie ready for your next cinema run. Grab your favorite snacks, round up your barkadas, and secure your tickets for your next big-screen fix.

Stay tuned for next week’s fresh batch of releases and updates. Keep ClickTheCity bookmarked for the latest showtimes, your next movie is a click away!

September 30, 2026
Get More Rewards with GoTyme Bank this Grand Prix™ Season Singapore

The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and GoTyme Bank have partnered to make Singapore trips more rewarding for Filipino travellers. GoTyme Bank customers can earn additional bonus Go Rewards points on top of the points they already earn under GoTyme Bank’s rewards program when they make qualifying card transactions in Singapore from September 21 to November 21, 2026.

The collaboration marks STB’s first partnership with a digital bank in the Philippines and GoTyme Bank’s first partnership with a National Tourism Organisation (NTO), bringing together Singapore’s world-class lifestyle and entertainment experiences with GoTyme Bank’s overseas payment capabilities and rewards ecosystem. Through the partnership, Filipino travellers can maximise value while travelling in Singapore by earning additional bonus Go Rewards points on top of their existing rewards with each qualifying purchase, including shopping, dining, attractions, and more.

Once a transaction is completed, customers will receive a notification through the GoTyme Bank app, with bonus Go Rewards points reflected in the app’s Notification Center and transaction history. This allows travellers to easily keep track of the rewards they earn as they dine, shop, and experience Singapore.

“At GoTyme Bank, we believe rewards should be part of the way people live, travel and spend, not something they have to think twice about,” said Nathaniel Clark, GoTyme Bank’s CEO. “This partnership with the Singapore Tourism Board brings that belief to life by giving our customers even more opportunities to earn Go Rewards points when they use their GoTyme Bank Visa Debit Card in Singapore. We’re pleased to help make their travels not only seamless, but also more rewarding from the moment they arrive.”

Launching during Grand Prix™ Season Singapore (GPSS), the partnership invites Filipino travellers to enjoy the exciting and diverse range of race-themed experiences and offers happening across the city. Among the experiences to explore is The Formula 1® Exhibition at Gardens by the Bay, an immersive seven-room journey featuring iconic Formula 1® cars, rare artefacts, interactive installations and racing simulators. For those looking to continue the excitement after the race, Amber Lounge Singapore offers a luxury post-race celebration combining hospitality and nightlife, while Ray-Ban presents: Beyond the Track at Clarke Quay brings together interactive racing challenges, live music, and exclusive retail offerings. Together, these experiences showcase the many ways travellers can discover Singapore during GPSS and beyond.

Grand Prix™ Season Singapore (GPSS) runs from October 2 to 11, 2026 in Singapore.

Filipino visitors can also use their GoTyme Bank Visa Debit Card to enjoy some of Singapore’s latest attractions, from Asia’s first adventure-based wildlife park at Rainforest Wild Adventure; Gardens by the Bay’s new IMBA Theatre, where art masterpieces are transformed into immersive, cinematic experiences; to the thrill of Southeast Asia’s tallest dry slides at Skypark Sentosa by AJ Hackett. By paying with their GoTyme Bank Visa Debit Card, travellers can discover these new experiences while making their Singapore trip even more rewarding.

Terrence Voon, Executive Director, Southeast Asia, Singapore Tourism Board, said: “The Philippines is a key tourism source market for Singapore, and our inaugural partnership with GoTyme Bank gives us a new way to engage Filipino travellers and bring them closer to what Singapore has to offer. Filipinos have a strong appetite for shopping, dining and entertainment, making the Grand Prix™ Season Singapore a natural draw. With exciting new experiences opening across Singapore, there’s always something new to discover — and more reasons to return.”

For full details on the campaign, including promo mechanics, eligibility requirements, participating merchants where applicable, Terms and Conditions, and the DTI Fair Trade Permit Number, visit the GoTyme Bank app or official GoTyme Bank channels. New customers can also download the GoTyme Bank app from the App Store or Google Play to open an account and start enjoying the promo.

DTI permit: FTEB-266362, Series of 2026

September 30, 2026