The 7 Best New Movies Coming to Max in October 2024 (2025)

Its spooky season and Max has made sure to keep its subscribers entertained with several horror classics and recent releases. Although many might be excited about the new TV content arriving on the platform in October, including The Franchise and the last season of Somebody Somewhere, the new films slated to land on streaming also deserve a closer look. From the latest adaptation of Stephen King's Salem's Lot to the last installment of the X trilogy, here is a list of titles to watch out for in preparation for Halloween.

'Interview with the Vampire' (1994)

Before AMC put their own spin on Anne Rice's classic, Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt starred in Interview With the Vampire's first onscreen adaptation. The duo played Lestat and Louis respectively, who meet when the latter is experiencing a life-or-death situation. Minutes before accepting his tragic fate, Louis opts for immortality and is transformed into a vampire by Lestat. Yet, his deathbed wish eventually turns out to be an eternal burden. Ready to recount his centuries' long story to a reporter, Pitt's character relieves his lonely past, marked by a thirst for human blood and a bond with an immortal child named Claudia (Kirsten Dunst). With a stellar cast and a compelling script, this gothic tale will make you ponder whether being young and beautiful forever is worth the price.

Interview with the Vampire

R

Horror

Fantasy

Drama

Release Date

November 11, 1994

Director

Neil Jordan

Cast

Brad Pitt , Tom Cruise , Antonio Banderas , Stephen Rea , Christian Slater , Kirsten Dunst , Thandiwe Newton

Runtime

123 Minutes

Main Genre

Horror

Writers

Anne Rice

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Studio

Warner Bros. Pictures

'Corpse Bride' (2005)

Tim Burton's filmography is mostly made up of quirky, dark fantasy projects. One of his most beloved directorial efforts is this stop-motion flick entitled Corpse Bride. The film is set in the 1800s, and centered on Victor Van Dort (Johnny Depp), a groom soon to be wed to Victoria Everglot (Emily Watson). Although their union was arranged by their parents, the couple decides to follow through with their engagement until a mishap occurs. In a moment of panic, Victor leaves his wedding rehearsal to rehearse his vows in the woods, only to accidentally get married to the corpse bride (Helena Bonham Carter) instead. Not only is the animation visually stunning, but it also explores love and tragedy in a gloomy but heartwarming way. This is the ideal Halloween watch for the entire family to indulge in.

Corpse Bride

PG

Animation

Fantasy

Musical

Romance

Release Date

September 12, 2005

Director

Tim Burton , Mike Johnson

Cast

Johnny Depp , Helena Bonham Carter , Emily Watson , Tracey Ullman , Paul Whitehouse , Joanna Lumley

Runtime

75

Main Genre

Animation

Writers

Tim Burton , Carlos Grangel , John August , Caroline Thompson , Pamela Pettler

Studio

Warner Bros.

Tagline

There's been a grave misunderstanding.

'Practical Magic' (1998)

Not too long ago, it was confirmed that Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman are in the process of making a Practical Magic sequel. With such great news like this, it is normal to want to revisit this title and remember why it has garnered a cult following over the years. This fantastical comedy directed by Griffin Dunne revolves around two gorgeous-looking siblings, who happen to be witches. Although they have a few tricks up their sleeves, their main struggle is keeping the men that they fall for alive. Every single time that either Sally or Gillian gets too close to a guy they like, their love interest always winds up dead. With Tucson Police Detective Gary Hallet (Aidan Quinn) knocking on their door to inquire about the body count in town, it becomes clear that his arrival isn't just a mere coincidence. This spellbinding movie is light, fun, and an ultimate celebration of sisterhood.

Practical Magic

PG-13

Fantasy

Romance

Drama

Release Date

October 16, 1998

Director

Griffin Dunne

Cast

Sandra Bullock , Nicole Kidman , Dianne Wiest , Stockard Channing , Aidan Quinn

Runtime

104 minutes

'A Nightmare on Elm Street' (1984)

Almost every month, Max adds an entire lineup of films from famous franchises to its catalog. October wouldn't be any different, with the streaming service welcoming with open arms five of the seven installments from the A Nightmare on Elm Street franchise. The first film came out in 1984, and it was directed by Wes Craven (the mastermind behind Scream). As the title hints at, the slasher serves as an introduction to Freddy Krueger (Jackie Earle Haley), a serial killer who haunts children's dreams when they go to sleep. Nancy Thompson (Heather Langenkamp) and her friends are Krueger's main targets, leaving her no option but to confront the monster before he torments another kid at night. Despite being around for years now, this first installment continues to withstand the test of time.

'Salem's Lot' (2024)

In addition to including several horror favorites in its roster this month, Max is also releasing an original film inspired by a Stephen King novel. Salem's Lot is a reimagining of A Return of Salem's Lot (which will also arrive on streaming in early October) and it follows a writer who returns to his childhood hometown to draw inspiration for his next big novel. Using Masten House (a place that traumatized him at an early age) as the main focus for the story he is working on, the protagonist's visit turns in a different direction when an ancient evil begins plaguing the region. With residents turning into vampires, the main character makes it his mission to protect the community alongside other locals. According to Collider's own Robert Brian Taylor in his review, the upcoming film is a solid adaptation that "has no interest in being anything other than an earnest, old-fashioned spookfest."

Salem's Lot (2024)

Horror

Thriller

Release Date

October 3, 2024

Director

Gary Dauberman

Cast

Lewis Pullman , Alfre Woodard , Makenzie Leigh , Bill Camp , Spencer Treat Clark , Pilou Asbæk , John Benjamin Hickey , William Sadler , Jordan Preston Carter , Nicholas Crovetti , Cade Woodward , Kellan Rhude , Debra Christofferson , Rebecca Gibel , Mike Bash , Fedna Jacquet , Avery Bederman

Runtime

113 Minutes

Main Genre

Horror

Writers

Gary Dauberman

Studio(s)

New Line Cinema , Atomic Monster , Vertigo Entertainment

Distributor(s)

HBO Max

'Maxxxine' (2024)

After Maxine (Mia Goth) made it out alive by the end of X, the budding actress continued to draw her attention towards fame and fortune as an adult film star. The last chapter of Ti West's trilogy, Maxxxine, shows the protagonist finally breaking into the industry after nailing an important audition. Although she is thrilled to see her dreams coming true, a private detective catches up to her and threatens her future under the spotlight. Although many have deemed Maxxxine as the least sharp installment of the X trilogy, it was still a well-received sequel with yet another praised performance from Goth.

MaXXXine

R

Horror

Crime

Release Date

July 5, 2024

Director

Ti West

Cast

Mia Goth , Elizabeth Debicki , Moses Sumney , Michelle Monaghan , Bobby Cannavale , Lily Collins , Halsey , Giancarlo Esposito

Runtime

103 Minutes

Main Genre

Horror

Writers

Ti West

Franchise

X

Production Company

A24

'Trap' (2024)

The last anticipated new title landing on Max is M. Night Shyamalan's latest thriller, Trap. With several twists and turns along the way, as is expected from a Shyamalan flick, this film is predominantly set at a live concert where the police are hoping to track down a serial killer in attendance. Told through the perspective of the killer (Cooper played by Josh Hartnett), who is accompanying his daughter at the show while at the same time thinking of alternate ways that he can leave the venue without alarming the authorities.

Trap

Not Yet Rated

Crime

Horror

Mystery

Release Date

August 2, 2024

Director

M. Night Shyamalan

Cast

Josh Hartnett , Hayley Mills , Marnie McPhail , Ariel Donoghue

Main Genre

Horror

Writers

M. Night Shyamalan

Studio(s)

Blinding Edge Pictures , New Line Cinema

Distributor(s)

Warner Bros. Pictures , New Line Cinema