Top 10 Movies To Watch This Week on Netflix | October 12-18, 2025

So you’re stuck in scrolling purgatory again, huh? Endlessly thumbing through Netflix, hoping something jumps out. We’ve been there. That’s why we pulled together the Top 10 Movies you would actually want to watch this week—no fluff, no filler. Whether you’re into thrillers, rom-coms, or indie gems, there’s something worth hitting play on. Here’s your movie cheat sheet for October 12–18, 2025—because your time is too valuable for another “meh” movie night.

The Woman in Cabin 10 (2025)

If Gone Girl and The Girl on the Train had a baby and set it on a yacht, it’d be this.

Keira Knightley stars as a travel journalist who swears she saw someone thrown overboard during a luxury cruise—but apparently, no one’s missing. Everyone tells her she imagined it. Obviously, she didn’t. It’s stylish, paranoid, and deeply unsettling in the best way. Guy Pearce, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, and Hannah Waddingham round out an incredible cast. By the time the credits roll, you’ll be questioning every single person on that boat—and maybe your own sanity, too.

KPop Demon Hunters (2025)

Demon-fighting K-pop idols? Yes, please.

This Netflix original is a wild mix of neon animation, magical girl energy, and arena-level choreography. It follows three K-pop superstars who use their secret powers to battle supernatural threats between sold-out concerts. The music slaps, the visuals are next-level, and the action scenes feel straight out of an anime fever dream. Arden Cho and Daniel Dae Kim lend their voices, and somehow, it all works. It’s chaotic in the best possible way.

My Father, the BTK Killer (2025)

True crime that actually earns its chills.

This new documentary hits harder than most in the genre. It’s not about glorifying a serial killer—it’s about surviving one. Directed by Skye Borgman (Girl in the Picture), the film centers on Kerri Rawson, daughter of Dennis Rader, the BTK killer. It’s raw, emotional, and brutally honest as she revisits her father’s crimes and how they reshaped her entire life. It’s more about healing than horror, which makes it all the more haunting.

The Maze Runner (2014)

The start of the YA dystopia craze that actually holds up.

Dylan O’Brien leads a group of teens trapped in a giant, moving maze with no memory of how they got there. It’s Lord of the Flies meets The Hunger Games, but tighter and with way more running. The set design is killer, the mystery unfolds at a perfect pace, and the action still hits. You’ll watch this one and immediately want to jump to the sequels—which, conveniently, are also trending on Netflix right now.

Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials (2015)

Bigger world, bigger stakes, bigger sandstorms.

The sequel blows the doors wide open as the Gladers escape the maze and discover just how wrecked the outside world is. Now they’re dodging zombies, desert storms, and an evil corporation called WCKD. Dylan O’Brien and Kaya Scodelario still anchor the chaos, and Giancarlo Esposito pops in because, honestly, every good dystopia needs a morally gray mentor figure. It’s grim, fast-paced, and surprisingly fun.

Maze Runner: The Death Cure (2018)

One last sprint before the finish line.

This finale sends the crew straight into WCKD’s heavily fortified city for a rescue mission that turns into an all-out war. It’s got big emotional payoffs, tight action, and the kind of climactic third-act energy that most trilogies wish they had. You don’t have to be a YA fan to enjoy it—this is just solid sci-fi action with heart. If you’ve come this far, you’ll definitely want to see how it all ends.

Despicable Me 3 (2017)

Minions. Sibling rivalry. ’80s nostalgia.

Gru finds out he has a long-lost twin brother (also voiced by Steve Carell), and together they try to take down a washed-up ’80s TV star turned villain. It’s bright, goofy, and packed with enough Minion nonsense to keep kids giggling and adults at least mildly entertained. Trey Parker voices the big-haired villain Balthazar Bratt, who moonwalks while committing crimes—and somehow, that’s exactly as fun as it sounds. If you’re just looking for something easy and silly, this one’s perfect.

Caramelo (2025)

A Brazilian feel-good gem that’ll hit you right in the heart.

When a struggling chef gets devastating medical news, he finds unexpected purpose in the form of a scrappy stray dog named Caramelo. It’s heartfelt, funny, and totally charming in that tear-up-and-smile way Netflix foreign films often pull off perfectly. The movie’s full of warm colors, samba rhythms, and that “life can still be beautiful” energy. Think Marley & Me, but with Brazilian flavor—and way more heart.

About My Father (2023)

Sebastian Maniscalco brings his dad to meet the in-laws. What could go wrong?

This comedy pairs Maniscalco with Robert De Niro as his old-school Italian father, and their chemistry absolutely carries the movie. It’s not reinventing the wheel, but it’s funny, warm, and weirdly relatable if you’ve ever brought your family into a situation that’s just way too fancy for comfort. Add in Kim Cattrall as the judgmental matriarch and Leslie Bibb as the supportive fiancée, and you’ve got a solid family comedy that actually lands its laughs.

Casper (1995)

Because sometimes, you just need a little nostalgic ghost magic.

This ‘90s classic still holds up thanks to Christina Ricci’s deadpan charm and some surprisingly impressive visual effects for the time. Casper is the friendliest ghost you’ll ever meet, and his mansion is packed with enough spooky fun to make it a perfect fall rewatch. It’s got heart, humor, and just the right amount of sadness to hit you in the feels. Plus, those mischievous ghost uncles? Comedy gold.

And That’s a Wrap

Whether you’re in the mood for twisted mysteries, animated chaos, or comforting nostalgia, Netflix has you covered this week. Want a thrill? The Woman in Cabin 10 will keep you guessing till the end. Need something lighter? Caramelo and About My Father deliver the laughs (and maybe a few tears). Or maybe you’re ready to re-enter the maze and relive the glory days of YA dystopia. Whatever your vibe, Netflix’s lineup this week is stacked—you just have to hit play.