Let’s face it, October 2025 is a cinematic utopia for movie enthusiasts. The weather is chillier, the popcorn is cozy, and screens across (all sizes) are filled to the brim with blockbusters, biopics, and popular fan favorites. From suspenseful thrillers to re-releases that trigger nostalgia, the month has something for all. So, grab your calendar and get comfortable, we’re ticking down the 10 most-awaited films releasing in October 2025, starting at number 10 all the way to the one you simply must see.
10. Stitch Head (October 29)
If you crave something spooky but not scary, Stitch Head is just the right Halloween season choice. Based on Guy Bass’s best-selling children’s books, this animated comedy is about a friendly Frankenstein-esque monster (voiced by Asa Butterfield) who only wants to belong somewhere. Featuring a voice cast that includes Joel Fry, Alison Steadman, and Rob Brydon, the film is full of laughs, tears, and a little bit of gothic magic, perfect for family audiences and fans of monster movies.
9. Anniversary (October 29)
Diane Lane and Kyle Chandler star in Anniversary, a slow-burning thriller about a family reunion that gets twisted into a complex web of secrets and deceptions. Zoey Deutch and Dylan O’Brien bring additional fire to the cast, promising a sharp, emotionally resonant drama with tension teetering precariously close to the surface. Knives Out vibes but less laughter and more familial freakery.
8. Twilight & New Moon (Re-releases) (October 29 & 30)
Yes, the Twilight franchise is coming back up again. To mark the anniversary of the generation-defining series, Twilight and New Moon are back in theaters. It’s an opportunity for die-hards to revisit the Edward-and-Bella love story and for newbies to see the vampire sparkle phenomenon unfold on the big screen. Lines, cosplay, and a revival of the age-old Team Edward vs. Team Jacob debate are all expected.
7. Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc (October 29)
Anime fans, get ready. The explosive “Reze Arc” from Chainsaw Man is finally hitting theaters, bringing Tatsuki Fujimoto’s manga to life in cinematic form. Denji’s world is about to be turned upside down when he meets Reze, a café worker whose true identity leads to heartbreak and chaos. With voices from Kikunosuke Toya, Tomori Kusunoki, and Shôgo Sakata, this movie promises the same mix of gore, emotion, and insanity that made the series a global hit.
6. Tron: Ares (October 10)
The grid is open once more. Tron: Ares reinvigorates the legendary sci-fi franchise, with Jared Leto leading the cast as an A.I. that breaks into the human realm on a perilous quest. The movie also returns Jeff Bridges and adds Greta Lee and Evan Peters, suggesting a high-stakes mashup of digital splendor and emotional drama. With its state-of-the-art visuals and legacy cast, this is one reboot with the potential to level up the franchise.
5. The Smashing Machine (October 3)
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson swaps his superhero alter ego for something far more raw in The Smashing Machine, a film by Benny Safdie. He stars as real-life MMA great Mark Kerr in a tale of addiction, celebrity, and redemption that goes deep. Emily Blunt and Ryan Bader also star, bringing authenticity and emotional punch. Word is, this could be Johnson’s most transmogrifying performance to date and an awards frontrunner.
4. A House of Dynamite (October 24)
Kathryn Bigelow comes back with A House of Dynamite, a gripping political thriller in real time. The movie follows several viewpoints within the White House amidst a horrifying crisis: an unidentified missile hurtling towards an American city with only 20 minutes to hit. Starring Rebecca Ferguson and Idris Elba, and directed by Noah Oppenheim, this features pulse-pounding action and incisive social commentary, exactly the high-stakes storytelling Bigelow excels at.
3. Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere (October 24)
Jeremy Allen White becomes Bruce Springsteen in Deliver Me from Nowhere, an intimate exploration of the creation of Springsteen’s classic Nebraska album. Jeremy Strong and Stephen Graham complete the cast, and the film seems to offer an intimate rendering of “The Boss” struggling with art, solitude, and rebirth. Look for intense performances, unvarnished emotion, and lots of awards buzz.
2. Bugonia (October 31)
Yorgos Lanthimos and Emma Stone are reuniting, and if you’ve watched Poor Things or The Favourite, you know what type of stunningly strange genius to look forward to. Bugonia is about a high-flying CEO (Stone) who gets kidnapped by conspiracy theorists who believe she’s an alien working on the destruction of humanity. With Jesse Plemons and Stavros Halkias completing the cast, this dark sci-fi comedy is bound to be as unnerving as it is unforgettably great.
1. Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc (October 29)
Yes, it’s that big of a deal. Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc isn’t another anime movie; it’s an event. With its masterful balance of tear-jerking emotion, crazy action, and supernatural horror, it’s going to own both box offices and online forums. If you can only watch one movie this October, make it this one.
October 2025 is a feast for film lovers, whether you’re into blockbuster spectacle, art-house weirdness, or nostalgic throwbacks, there’s something worth your ticket (or your stream). From Tron to Twilight, Springsteen to Chainsaw Man, this month proves one thing: the fall movie season is officially back in full force.