Since its arrival here in the Philippines, Netflix has been continuously bringing us great content to stream on our favorite devices. Whether it’s a compelling drama with interesting characters, a thrilling title that keeps us at the edge of our seats, comedies that give us our much-needed dose of laughter, or just anything that keeps us entertained on the couch or on the go, we surely can count on the streaming service’s rich library of shows and movies.
If you’re always on the lookout for Netflix’s latest releases, then look no further! We’ve listed down ten shows and films to anticipate and add to your watchlist this month of October!
A boy named Craig befriends the aging billionaire Mr. Harrigan, but after the old man passes, Craig discovers that he can still communicate with his friend from beyond the grave.
Eight patients at a hospice for terminally ill young adults gather every night to tell each other creepy stories. The group also made a pact– whoever dies next must come back and give the group a sign from the beyond.
The Mole is a reality competition series where 12 players must overcome a series of challenges, while being sabotaged by a deceptive “mole” for their own gains. In the end, one player must expose the mole to win.
Sophie, who has always dreamt of becoming a princess; and her best friend Agatha, who has the makings of a witch, are brought to the magical School of Good and Evil, but they both find themselves wrongfully sorted in the schools.
Guillermo Del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities (Series)
Based on true events, this film follows a nurse who risks her life to uncover the truth behind a series of mysterious patient deaths, which she suspects are secretly caused by her colleague.
From female warriors protecting the African Kingdom to an epic superhero adventure of Black Adam, here are all the movies opening in Philippine cinemas this October 2022!
Inspired by true events, the film tells the story of the Agojie, the all-female unit of warriors who protected the African Kingdom of Dahomey in the 1800s. General Nanisca trains the next generation of recruits and readies them for battle against an enemy determined to destroy their way of life.
Divorced couple David and Georgia find themselves on a shared mission to stop their lovestruck daughter Lily from marrying so soon and from making the same mistake they once made.
Three friends who become suspects in a murder they just witnessed, find themselves in the middle of one of the most outrageous plots in American history.
Based on the best-selling book series by Bernard Waber, the live-action / CGI musical comedy is about a young boy who discovers and befriends a singing crocodile in the attic of their new home.
After getting unleashed from his 5,000-year imprisonment, Black Adam uses the almighty powers of the ancient gods to uphold his unique form of justice in the modern world.
Broadcasting their ‘Music Of The Spheres’ world tour from Buenos Aires, Coldplay is making their event accessible worldwide with their global live broadcast exclusive to cinemas.
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[Note: release dates for movies in Philippine cinemas and film lineup are subject to change without prior notice. For more upcoming movies, click here.]
This month, catch the premiere of the critically acclaimed film Everything Everywhere All at Once starring Michelle Yeoh, the 2022 instalment of Scream, Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore and the second season of sci-fi comedy series Avenue 5 on HBO GO. Meet the crime-fighting vehicles of Batwheels and celebrate Wonder Woman Day on Cartoon Network and HBO GO. Also on Warner TV, catch The Winchesters Season 1 and Kung Fu Season 3.
In this third instalment of the Fantastic Beasts series, Professor Albus Dumbledore entrusts Magizoologist Newt Scamander to lead an intrepid team of wizards, witches and one brave Muggle baker on a dangerous mission, where they encounter old and new beasts and clash with Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald’s growing legion of followers. But with the stakes so high, how long can Dumbledore remain on the side-lines? Stars Eddie Redmayne, Jude Law and Mads Mikkelsen.
Directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, the film is an irreverent and big-hearted sci-fi action adventure about Evelyn Wang, a flustered Chinese American mother who is contacted from a parallel universe and told that only she can save the world. The unlikely hero learns to channel her new-found powers and fight through the splintering timelines of the multiverse to save her home, family and herself. Stars Michelle Yeoh, Stephanie Hsu, Ke Huy Quan, Jenny Slate, Harry Shum Jr., James Hong and Jamie Lee Curtis.
Avenue 5 Season 2 Premieres Tuesday, October 11 at 10am on HBO and HBO GO
Created by Armando Iannucci (Veep), this HBO Original comedy series is set 40 years in the future when travelling the solar system is a booming, multibillion-dollar business. Season 2 follows the crew as they struggle to lead, calm, control, and, if need be, hide from increasingly unruly passengers. Stars Hugh Laurie, Josh Gad, Zach Woods, Rebecca Front, Suzy Nakamura, Lenora Crichlow, Nikki Amuka-Bird and Ethan Phillips.
Scream (2022) Premieres Saturday, October 29 at 10pm on HBO and HBO GO
Twenty-five years after a streak of brutal murders shocked the quiet town of Woodsboro, a terrifying new killer resurrects the Ghostface mask and begins targeting a group of teenagers to resurrect secrets from the town’s deadly past. Now, only Sidney Prescott, former sheriff Dewey Riley, and reporter Gale Weathers can find a way to stop the killer when everyone is a suspect. Stars Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox and David Arquette.
The White Lotus Season 2 Premieres Monday, October 31 at 9am on HBO and HBO GO
HBO’s Emmy®-winning social satire series from creator Mike White leaves Hawaii behind and follows the exploits of various guests and employees over the span of a week at The White Lotus resort in picturesque Sicily. Stars F. Murray Abraham, Jennifer Coolidge, Adam DiMarco, Beatrice Grannò, Meghann Fahy, Jon Gries, Tom Hollander, Sabrina Impacciatore, Michael Imperioli, Theo James, Aubrey Plaza, Haley Lu Richardson, Will Sharpe, Simona Tabasco, and Leo Woodall.
Fighting evil on Warner TV
Kung Fu Season 3 Premieres Thursday, October 6 at 9.50pm on Warner TV
Armed with martial arts skills and Shaolin values, San Francisco native Nicky Shen continues to protect her family and community with the help of her siblings, ex-boyfriend and new love interest, while searching for the ruthless assassin who killed her Shaolin mentor and is now targeting her. Stars Olivia Liang, Tzi Ma, Shannon Dang, Eddie Liu and Singaporean actress Kheng Hua Tan.
The Winchesters Season 1 Premieres Wednesday, October 12 at 9pm on Warner TV
In this prequel of the hit series Supernatural, Dean Winchester narrates the epic, untold love story of John Winchester and Mary Campbell, who put it all on the line to not only save their love, but the entire world. They join forces with young hunter in training Latika and easy-going hunter Carlos to uncover the hidden truths about their families. Stars Jensen Ackles, Drake Rodger, Meg Donnelly, Nida Khurshid, Jonathan “Jojo” Fleites, Demetria McKinney and Bianca Kajlich.
Secret Origin of the Batwheels Premieres Sunday, October 16 at 8:30am on Cartoon Network and HBO GO
DC’s first-ever Batman preschool series, Secret Origin of the Batwheels tells the story of how a group of young super-powered vehicles ‑ Bam (the Batmobile), Bibi (the Batgirl Cycle), Redbird (Robin’s Sports Car), Batwing (the Batwing Jet Plane), and Buff (the Bat Truck) – formed their super heroic team.
Batwheels Season 1 Premieres Saturday, October 22 at 8:30am on Cartoon Network and HBO GO
Produced by Warner Bros. Animation, Batwheelsmarks DC’s first-ever Batman preschool series, offering young viewers a high-speed, vibrant CGI-animated iteration of the Caped Crusader. The series follows an amazing team of super-vehicles as they help Batman, Batgirl, and Robin keep the streets of Gotham City safe. The all-star voice cast includes Ethan Hawke, AJ Hudson, Leah Lewis, Jacob Bertrand, Jordan Reed, Madigan Kacmar, Noah Bentley, Lilimar, Kimberly D. Brooks and Mick Wingert.
Wonder Woman Day On Friday, October 21 on HBO GO and from 5:45pm on Cartoon Network
Celebrate Wonder Woman Day and honour the epic accomplishments of Diana Prince as Wonder Woman in Wonder Woman, Wonder Woman 1984, Zack Synder’s Justice League and Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice, allon HBO GO. More fun and action continue on Cartoon Network as Wonder Woman fights for justice in Lego DC Super Hero Girls: Brain Drain and Lego DC Super Hero Girls: Super-Villain High!
Pennyworth: The Origin of Batman’s Butler Season 3
HBO GO – Pennyworth S3 – Ben Aldridge
Premieres Thursday, October 6 on HBO GO This Max Original DC origin series follows Alfred Pennyworth, a former British SAS soldier, who forms a security company in 1960s London and goes to work with young billionaire Thomas Wayne, who will later become Bruce Wayne’s father. Season 3 will begin after a five-year time jump: the civil war is over, and a cultural revolution has changed the world for better or worse, ushering in a new age of Super Heroes and Supervillains. Stars Jack Bannon, Ben Aldridge, Emma Paetz, Paloma Faith, Ryan Fletcher, Dorothy Atkinson, Ramon Tikaram, Harriet Slater and Simon Manyonda.
Vampire Academy
VAMPIRE ACADEMY — “Pilot” Episode 101 — Pictured: Daniela Nieves as Lissa Dragomir — (Photo by: Jose Haro/Peacock)
Premieres Wednesday, October 26 on HBO GO In a world of privilege and glamour, two young women’s friendship transcends their strikingly different classes as they prepare to complete their education and enter royal vampire society. Stars Sisi Stringer, Daniela Nieves, Kieron Moore, Andrew Liner, Andre Dae Kim J. August Richards, Anita-Joy Uwajeh, Mia McKenna-Bruce, Rhian Blundell and Jonetta Kaiser.
Jellystone! Season 2
HBO GO – Jellystone! Season 2
Premieres Monday, October 31 on HBO GO Set in the charming town of the same name, Jellystone, follows an ensemble of Hanna-Barbera characters as they live, work, play, and (as is often the case), destroy the town in some silly way together. Huckleberry Hound proudly serves as the town’s mayor; Cindy, Boo Boo and Yogi are the town’s medical staff; Jabberjaw works at Magilla’s clothing store where they supply all the bow ties and hats to the town’s citizens; and every character has a specific role in the community. Their paths cross in fun and ridiculous ways, turning everyday activities into hilarious pandemonium.
New Episodes
Rick and Morty S6The Handmaid’s Tale S5- Yvonne StrahovskiQUANTUM LEAP – Raymond Lee as Dr. Ben Song
Stay up to date with the story of life in Gilead with new episodes of the award-winning series The Handmaid’s Tale Season 5. Follow the ordeals of the Harris family in La Brea Season 2 and delve into the mysteries of Quantum Leap. Travel across the cosmos with Rick and Morty Season 6, all available on HBO GO.
HBO GO – House of the Dragon Ep 6 – Emma D’Arcy and John MacMillan
Catch the highly anticipated finale of House of the Dragon Season 1 on Monday, October 24, starring Paddy Considine, Matt Smith, Olivia Cooke, Emma D’Arcy, Steve Toussaint, Eve Best, Fabien Frankel, Sonoya Mizuno, and Rhys Ifans.
HBO GO – Drag Race Philippines
Don’t miss the final episode of Drag Race Philippines on Wednesday, October 12, to see the last of 12 finalists crowned as the next drag superstar.
If you feel like spending some of your free time this month of October on the couch, watching films, PBO Channel has you covered with their lineup of Pinoy movies. And to make it even easier for you, we’ve rounded up eight movies from their lineup that you might want to catch on your TV!
Check them out below:
Aurora
Schedule: October 4, 11:30 PM | October 13, 3:30 PM | October 17, 5:30 AM | October 30, 7:30 PM
The passenger ship Aurora mysteriously collides into the rocky sea threatening an entire island. A young woman and her sister must both survive by finding the missing dead for a bounty.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5tlmpF_Fco
Ang Pagsanib kay Leah Dela Cruz
Schedule: October 7, 11:30 PM | October 11, 11:30 AM | October 21, 3:30 PM | October 30, 9:30 PM
A lady cop who moves into a small town gets drawn to a case that involves a girl that’s possessed by an evil spirit.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6xwZlUbiDx0&t
12
Schedule: October 9, 7:30 PM | October 19, 9 AM | October 27, 3:30 PM
Anton and Erika have been a couple for 12 years already. While he’s not yet ready to get married, Erika waits until he is and lovingly devotes her time to him.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qhjN8jizjcU
More Than Blue
Schedule: October 3, 1:15 PM | October 9, 11:15 PM | October 28, 9:30 PM
K (JC Santos) and Cream (Yassi Pressman) believe they’re soulmates. When K finds out that he’s dying, he thinks setting her free would be best for her.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oBNE4wI1cXY
Elemento
Schedule: October 5, 3:30 PM | October 13, 5:30 AM | October 17, 7:30 AM | October 30, 5:30 PM
The story is about Cristine (Kara) and her struggle when her son Lucas (Albert Silos) returned from school field trip, with a different soul.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JweQbMgYjXk&t
Nightshift
Schedule: October 16, 9:30 PM
A young woman is stuck in the morgue – on her first day – working as an assistant to a pathologist when the dead begin to manifest signs of resurrection.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NrnVV-cVrq0&t
Tragic Theater
Schedule: October 9, 9:30 PM | October 14, 5:30 AM | October 17, 1:30 AM | October 27, 11:30 PM
A team of exorcists are sent into an old theater that is rumored to have been the site of a great tragedy during its construction.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8yFuTnQTc4
Suarez: The Healing Priest
Schedule: October 20, 5:30 AM | October 25, 7 AM | October 9, 2 AM
When Fernando Suarez (John Arcilla) was given the gift of healing at 16, he hid it for many years until he became a priest only to find himself in scandals and squabbles with the Catholic Church.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UgUfqqtT9iA
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For more Movies on PBO Channel this October and for the daily schedules of PBO, click here.
[Note: schedules are subject to change without prior notice]
Cinema One is serving up must-watch Filipino blockbusters and horror films to spook up your Halloween month, so sit back and watch from the comfort of your homes!
From comedy to action to thriller, here are ten films to check out this October on Cinema One channel:
Based on the comic book by Carlo J. Caparas, it revolves around the blacksmith Flavio Batungbakal who needs to save humanity and fight the evil that is his nemesis, Lizardo.
Starring Jake Cuenca, Maja Salvador, Shaina Magdayao, Geoff Eigenmann October 5
A girl gets brought on a trip by her ex-boyfriend in hopes of reconciliation. They end up spending the night at an old family resort that’s about to be renovated. But the resort has a hidden bloody past, and restless spirits out of vengeance soon threaten their lives.
The adult twin daughters of an aging business mogul find themselves haunted by a terrifying ghost. The two dig into their family’s past, and they travel to South Korea to try and find a way to appease the angry spirit.
A community that relies on the powers of a faith healer is torn apart as the healing brings them a terrible curse that threatens to cause everyone great harm.
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[Note: Channel schedules and movie lineup are subject to change without prior notice]
