New Movie Releases Oct 3rd, 2025 Weekend Lineup Hits Theaters
The new movie releases for the weekend of October 3rd are here—and this lineup is ready to kick off spooky season in style. Whether you’re craving jump scares, mind-bending psychological twists, or just a good excuse to clutch your popcorn in terror, there’s something chilling for every kind of thrill-seeker. Not into horror? No worries—there are plenty of options for the more cautious moviegoer, too. So grab a friend, head to the theater, and brace yourself… because some of these films might just make you think twice about spending the night alone.
New Movie Releases: Bone Lake – Rated R
Let’s start the new movie releases for the October season on the right foot… of horror! Picture it, you’re on a romantic getaway at a secluded mansion, when the most terrifying thing imaginable happens… Your secluded vacation is double-booked with a mysterious couple… Okay, that’s not really scary, but what transpires at “Bone Lake” takes what should have been a couple’s retreat into an absolute nightmare maze of sex and lies. Leading its participants in this exotic thriller down a path of manipulation and fear. This movie will leave you asking, “Is the reward worth the risk? Do you want to know this type of thrill?”
New Movie Releases: The Smashing Machine – Rated R
Dwanye Johnson is back in the ring, but not as “The Rock.” Johnson delivers a rollercoaster of emotions in the Docudrama “The Smashing Machine. “Johnson plays Mark Kerr, a two-time UFC Heavyweight Tournament Champion, World Vale Tudo Championship tournament winner, and a PRIDE FC competitor, in this action-packed look at Kerr’s highs and lows in and out of the ring. Watch as Johnson shows us the physical and mental tolls this sports world takes on the athlete and the person.
New Movie Releases: Killing Faith – Rated R
What happens when the Atypical supernatural Western meets the season of fear? — “Killing Faith” happens. Imagine a little girl who is ill. Imagine a mother (DeWanda Wise) who will stop at nothing to save her daughter. Wise, a freed slave, and Ned Pearce, a widowed doctor, have to navigate the hostile 1849 Arizona Territory to try and save the little girl. However, the journey becomes difficult when the locals believe the little girl is not sick, but instead, she is cursed. Will they be able to save little Faith — or will Faith take them to meet their maker?
New Movie Releases: One Big Happy Family: A Somewhat True Story – Rated PG-13
“One Big Happy Family” is bringing new movie release drama, dysfunction, and dinner table chaos that we all secretly live for and also have seen at our own family gatherings. This comedy dives into the tangled web of a family reunion gone hilariously sideways, where old grudges, awkward secrets, and way-too-honest conversations bubble up faster than the gravy boat can hit the floor. It’s giving “therapy session disguised as a potluck” energy, with characters who are just relatable enough to make you wonder if someone bugged your last holiday gathering. If you love ensemble casts, emotional whiplash, and a healthy dose of sass with your sentimentality, this one’s got your name written all over it.
New Movie Releases: Casper – Rated – PG
Casper is turning 30, and yes—he’s still the friendliest ghost you’ll ever meet, but don’t let that soft glow fool you. Who said a new release needs to be brand new? This anniversary rerelease is a nostalgic deep dive into a ‘90s classic that dared to mix spectral sass with genuine heartache. Critics are calling it “funny and often poignant,” which is code for “you’ll laugh, then unexpectedly cry into your popcorn.” Aimed squarely at kids but sneakily bearable for adults (thanks to some surprisingly sharp writing), Casper is basically a fairy tale with the soul of a rerun—and we mean that in the best way. So if you’re ready to revisit ghostly charm, childhood feels, and a mansion full of emotional baggage, this 30th anniversary is your ticket to haunt down memory lane.
Final Thoughts
October’s first weekend is serving up thrills, chills, and a few emotional gut punches for good measure. Whether you’re into haunted lakes, haunted pasts, or haunted dinner tables, this lineup has something for every mood—spooky, sentimental, or straight-up savage. From Dwayne Johnson’s gritty transformation to Casper’s ghostly glow-up, it’s clear: this season isn’t just about scares, it’s about stories that stick with you. So grab your snacks, pick your genre, and let the October movie madness begin.
