As every month, Netflix offers a fairly substantial catalog of new releases. But October also means Halloween season. For those who are accustomed to this period, a selection of horror works will be highlighted. But rest assured, there will be something for everyone.
1. Mr. Harrigan’s Phone by John Lee Hancock: released on October 5
To start this list, what better than a new adaptation of a Stephen King novel? A chilling story worthy of the master of horror that will delight fans of the genre. A film that highlights a friendship between an elderly billionaire and a young technology enthusiast. After the old man’s death, the young boy continues to communicate with him via his smartphone. A supernatural film perfect for setting the mood.
2. The Watcher by Ryan Murphy: released on October 13
The new series by Ryan Murphy, creator of The Dahmer, is likely to give you chills. The story narrates the arrival of a family in their new home. However, just after settling in, they start receiving death threats by mail. An oppressive atmosphere of paranoia and lurking danger. We find Mia Farrow, familiar with the genre, from the famous Rosemary’s Baby by Roman Polanski.
3. Notre-Dame, the Part of the Fire: released on October 19
This is a French miniseries centered on the terrible fire that ravaged Notre-Dame de Paris. The cast includes talented actors such as Roschdy Zem, Simon Abkarian, Caroline Proust, and Alice Isaaz. This series is inspired by the book “Night of Notre-Dame, by those who saved it”, written by journalist Romain Gubert with the collaboration of the Paris Fire Brigade.
4. Cabinet of Curiosities by Guillermo del Toro: released on October 25
Guillermo del Toro returns to offer us a new experience straight from his brilliant mind. On the agenda, there are eight sinister and macabre stories that will be broadcasted in pairs each week. A way to keep the suspense intact for a while, as it would be a shame to finish this series too quickly without being able to appreciate it at its true value. One of the most anticipated releases of this month.
5. All Quiet on the Western Front by Edward Berger: released on October 28
The new adaptation of the masterpiece of German literature written by Erich-Maria Remarque. The first film was released in 1930, directed by Lewis Milestone, and won the Oscar for Best Picture and Best Director the same year. This new version aims to be more faithful to the original work. The story transports us to the visceral horror of World War I. The film appears very ambitious, with impressive technical means to best portray this difficult period of our history.
