Get ready to clear your schedule and prepare for a week of non-stop entertainment because the latest OTT releases are here to fuel your binge-watching desires! From captivating crime thrillers to exhilarating prequels, the next seven days promise a diverse selection of movies and TV shows to satisfy every taste. Let’s dive into the top picks coming to your favorite streaming platforms this week.
The Bikeriders (October 21) – JioCinema
Inspired by Danny Lyon’s 1967 photography book, ‘The Bikeriders’ is a gripping crime drama that delves into the evolution of the Vandals, a Midwestern motorcycle club. Spanning a decade, the film captures the transformation of the Vandals, initially rebellious outsiders, into a dangerous criminal underworld. The story follows how this descent threatens the very lifestyle they once cherished. Through Kathy’s (Jodie Comer) perspective, viewers witness the turmoil as her partner Benny (Austin Butler) struggles to balance his loyalty to the club with his relationship. Benny’s complex dynamic with Johnny (Tom Hardy), the enigmatic club leader, injects another layer of intrigue into the narrative.
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (October 23) – JioCinema
Prepare for a visceral journey through the origins of the indomitable Imperator Furiosa in George Miller’s ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’. Serving as an electrifying prequel to the iconic ‘Mad Max: Fury Road’ (2015), the film sets the stage in a dystopian wasteland. Anya Taylor-Joy takes on the role of the younger Furiosa, a fierce survivor torn from the idyllic Green Place of Many Mothers by the merciless Warlord Dementus (Chris Hemsworth). Swept into the barren, chaotic Wasteland alongside Dementus’s brutal Biker Horde, Furiosa finds herself caught in the crossfire of a savage power struggle. At the heart of this conflict looms the menacing figure of Immortan Joe. In a relentless battle for dominance over precious resources like water and fuel, Furiosa must navigate this treacherous landscape, relying on her intelligence and raw instincts to endure a series of brutal trials.
Beauty in Black (October 24) – Netflix
This 16-episode drama from acclaimed creator Tyler Perry tells the story of Kimmie (Taylor Polidore Williams), a woman fighting to rebuild her life after being abandoned by her mother. Working as a stripper alongside her fiercely loyal best friend Rain (Amber Reign Smith), Kimmie yearns for a brighter, more stable future. Her journey takes a dramatic turn when she crosses paths with Mallory (Crystle Stewart), the formidable head of a cosmetics empire who becomes trapped in a dark and dangerous human trafficking operation. As Kimmie is lured deeper into Mallory’s web of corruption and deceit, she finds herself navigating a dangerous world where wealth and power conceal sinister secrets.
Before (October 24) – Apple TV+
‘Before’ is a limited psychological thriller series starring Billy Crystal as Eli Adler, a renowned child psychiatrist grappling with the devastating aftermath of his wife Lynn’s (Judith Light) recent suicide. Eli’s fragile world begins to unravel when he meets Noah (Jacobi Jupe), a deeply troubled young boy. As Eli delves into Noah’s complex and mysterious psyche, unsettling parallels between the boy’s life and his own past emerge, forcing him to confront long-buried secrets and disturbing truths. The show also stars Rosie Perez and Maria Dizzia.
Canary Black (October 24) – Prime Video
‘Canary Black’ is a high-octane spy thriller that follows Avery Graves (Kate Beckinsale), a top-tier CIA operative whose world is turned upside down when terrorists abduct her husband. Blackmailed into betraying her country, Graves is thrust into the deadly world of international espionage, forced to go rogue as she is cut off from all agency support. Navigating a perilous web of deceit and danger, she must rely on her lethal skills and call upon shadowy underworld contacts in a desperate bid to secure the sensitive intelligence her captors demand. As the clock ticks, she faces impossible choices, balancing her desire to save her husband with the need to avert a catastrophic global disaster.
Territory (October 24) – Netflix
‘Territory’ is a six-part neo-western drama set amid the harsh beauty of the Australian Outback. The series follows the Lawson family as they grapple with a bitter succession battle in the wake of the family patriarch’s death. With billions of dollars and vast swathes of land at stake, the Lawson family is torn apart by internal rivalries. Meanwhile, outside forces—including powerful cattle barons, indigenous elders, ruthless gangsters and opportunistic mining tycoons—plot to seize control. It stars Anna Torv, Michael Dorman and Robert Taylor.
Do Patti (October 25) – Netflix
Touted to be a suspense thriller, ‘Do Patti’ transports viewers to the eerie, atmospheric hill town of Devipur, where a labyrinth of deceit and betrayal unravels. At its heart is Vidya Jyothi (Kajol), a determined and relentless police officer tasked with uncovering the truth behind a chilling case involving twin sisters (played by Kriti Sanon). The first sister, Saumya, is a woman trapped in a tumultuous marriage to Dhruv (Shaheer Sheikh). Things take a turn for the worse when her enigmatic twin, Shailee, enters the picture. The latter’s seductive and manipulative nature deepens the tension as the cracks in Saumya’s life widen. Vidya’s investigation soon becomes a perilous dive into a world where nothing is as it seems.
Don’t Move (October 25) – Netflix
‘Don’t Move’ stars Kelsey Asbille and Finn Wittrock in a gripping tale of survival and psychological terror. The story follows Iris, a grieving woman seeking solace in the isolation of a remote forest, only to find herself hunted by a seasoned killer. Injected with a paralytic agent that slowly shuts down her body, Iris is plunged into a terrifying race against time. As her strength fades and her body succumbs to the drug, Iris must summon every ounce of willpower and resilience to escape, fight and hide from her relentless pursuer.
Hellbound season 2 (October 25) – Netflix
‘Hellbound’ returns for its highly anticipated second season, promising to deepen the enthralling chaos. Picking up from the events of season one, the world teeters on the edge of ruin as terrifying supernatural beings continue their merciless condemnations, sending individuals to hell in a series of brutal, public executions. Just as society seems poised to unravel, the shocking resurrection of Jung Jin Su, the enigmatic former leader of The New Truth Society, alongside Park Jung Ja, adds an unpredictable twist to the growing global tension. At the heart of the turmoil is lawyer Min Hye Jin, fiercely leading the resistance against the cult-like New Truth Society and the increasingly violent Arrowheads, who have swelled in numbers and power. As the battle for control over the future of humanity intensifies, ‘Hellbound’ season 2 delves into the complex interplay of faith and fear.
Like a Dragon: Yakuza (October 24) – Prime Video
‘Like a Dragon: Yakuza’ is the highly anticipated live-action adaptation of SEGA’s beloved video game series, bringing the gripping story of Kazuma Kiryu to life. The series immerses viewers in the gritty underworld of Kamurocho, a fictional district inspired by Tokyo’s infamous Kabukicho, where loyalty, betrayal and brutal power struggles define the Yakuza’s moral landscape. The narrative spans two timelines, set in 1995 and 2005, following Kiryu (Ryoma Takeuchi), a former Yakuza member known for his unwavering sense of justice and humanity. After serving a decade-long prison sentence, Kiryu returns to find his old world dramatically changed, with old friends now potential enemies.
Zwigato (October 25) – Prime Video
Directed by Nandita Das, ‘Zwigato’ is a poignant and socially resonant drama that delves into the stark realities of the gig economy in modern-day India. At its heart is Manas (Kapil Sharma), a former factory manager whose life is upended when he loses his job during the pandemic. In a bid to support his family, he takes on the grueling role of a food delivery rider for the titular app, battling the unrelenting pressures of ratings and incentives. Meanwhile, his wife Pratima (Shahana Goswami) seeks her own path to independence by taking a job as a cleaning staff member at a local mall. As she navigates her fears and a newfound sense of freedom, the film paints a tender, yet raw, portrait of working-class struggles in a society that often overlooks the invisible labor that sustains it.
