October 31st Streaming Slate: ‘The Witcher’ Returns, Scorsese Doc Debuts, and More Releases This Week

The final day of October 2025 brings a packed schedule of new tv and streaming releases, with highly anticipated series, compelling documentaries, and a variety of films arriving across major platforms. This week offers a diverse lineup, catering to fans of epic fantasy, insightful biographical content, and thrilling dramas, making these October Streaming Releases a must-watch.

“The Witcher” Season 4: A Key Among October Streaming Releases on Netflix

Netflix is set to release “The Witcher” Season 4 on October 30, 2025. This highly anticipated season marks a significant shift as Liam Hemsworth steps into the role of Geralt of Rivia, taking over from Henry Cavill. The new season, filmed back-to-back with the upcoming fifth and final season, will adapt the remaining story from Andrzej Sapkowski’s book series. “The Witcher” Season 4 will drop all eight episodes simultaneously, offering fans a complete season to binge. The narrative follows Geralt, Yennefer, and Ciri as they navigate a continent ravaged by war and pursued by enemies, forging new alliances along the way. Laurence Fishburne also joins the cast as Regis, a key ally from the books, adding to the excitement of these October Streaming Releases.

“Mr. Scorsese” Explores a Legend in New Apple TV+ Series

Apple TV+ unveils “Mr. Scorsese,” a five-part documentary series exploring the life and career of legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese, premiering on October 17, 2025. Directed by Rebecca Miller, the Scorsese documentary features extensive interviews with Scorsese himself, alongside collaborators like Robert De Niro, Mick Jagger, and Steven Spielberg. “Mr. Scorsese” grants unprecedented access to Scorsese’s personal archives, delving into how his life experiences shaped his iconic films, from his early student works to his present-day achievements. This is a standout among the October Streaming Releases for cinephiles.

“Ballad of a Small Player” Starring Colin Farrell Arrives on Netflix

Colin Farrell stars in “Ballad of a Small Player,” a psychological thriller based on Lawrence Osborne’s 2014 novel. The Colin Farrell movie had a limited theatrical run starting October 15, 2025, and makes its streaming debut on Netflix on October 29, 2025. Directed by Edward Berger, the film follows a high-stakes gambler in Macau whose past and debts begin to catch up with him, leading him to a potential salvation through an unusual encounter. The film also features Fala Chen, Deanie Ip, Alex Jennings, and Tilda Swinton, adding to the rich tapestry of new Netflix releases this month.

“Robin Hood” Series: An MGM+ Historical Drama Among October Streaming Releases

A new historical drama series, “Robin Hood,” starring Jack Patten as the titular character and Sean Bean as the Sheriff of Nottingham, is set to premiere on MGM+ on November 2, 2025. The MGM+ historical drama, set in 12th-century England, follows Robert of Locksley as he rises from a forester’s son to lead a band of outlaws against Norman oppression, with his fate intertwined with Marian, the daughter of a Norman lord. The 10-episode season was filmed primarily in Serbia, representing a unique entry in the October Streaming Releases.

Additional Streaming Highlights and Halloween Viewing

Beyond these major October Streaming Releases, the streaming landscape is rich with other new content. “100 Nights of Hero,” a historical fantasy film, premiered at the Venice International Film Festival and is scheduled for a US release on December 5, 2025, with no immediate streaming date confirmed for this week. For those seeking Halloween-themed viewing, the initial context mentions “The Addams Family” and “Frankenweenie” as options [initial context]. Amazon Prime Video offers a selection of horror films, including “The Addams Family” (2019 animated version). The week leading up to Halloween also sees releases like “Kantara Chapter 1” and “Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra” hitting Prime Video and JioHotstar respectively on October 31, 2025. Several other international series and movies are also slated for release across various platforms, including Indian titles like “Mass Jathara,” “Aaryan,” “Baaghi 4,” and “Maarigallu,” contributing to the diverse streaming content available.

The end of October 2025 offers a robust and varied selection for streamers, ensuring a compelling end to the month with significant tv and movie releases across all major platforms. These October Streaming Releases promise something for everyone.

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