This week is going to be a treat for all the movie and series lovers out there. From espionage thriller to biographical sports drama and mythological action adventure to suspense and mystery, everything will be ready on your platter, waiting for you just to binge. Here’s the list of upcoming movies and series this week:
War 2
The sixth instalment of Yash Raj Films’ Spy Universe, War 2, is set to stream on Netflix from October 9, 2025. Featuring Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, Kiara Advani, and Ashutosh Rana, the film is directed by Ayan Mukerji. Following the thrilling exploits of RAW agents Kabir and Vikram, the sequel promises larger-than-life sequences and high-stakes espionage, making it a must-watch for fans of adrenaline-packed action-thriller movies.
Mirai
The fantasy-adventure film Mirai is ready to stream on JioHotstar from October 10, 2025, bringing audiences a visually spectacular tale. Starring Teja Sajja, Manchu Manoj, Ritika Nayak, and Jagapathi Babu, and helmed by director Karthik Gattamneni, this movie also has the thundering voice of ‘Rebel Star’ Prabhas as a narrator. The narrative follows a brave warrior on a mission to protect the future from dark forces, blending our ancient history with high-octane action-adventure and drama.
The Smashing Machine
The Smashing Machine is going to hit the Indian theatres from October 10, 2025. The biographical sports drama film features Dwayne Johnson, Emily Blunt, Ryan Bader, Bas Rutten, and Oleksandr Usyk and is directed by Benny Safdie, who is also co-producing the film alongside Dwayne Johnson and others. This feature film is based on the 2002 documentary film and chronicles the life of the former American wrestler and MMA fighter, Mark Kerr, with The Rock in the titular role, exploring his rise to fame, personal struggles, and legendary fights inside the cage.
Search: The Naina Murder Case
Streaming from October 10, 2025, on JioHotstar, Search: The Naina Murder Case is a murder-mystery web series that stars Konkona Sen Sharma, Surya Sharma, Shraddha Das, Varun Thakur, Dhruv Sehgal, and Shiv Pandit. Directed by Rohan Sippy, it follows two ACPs investigating the mysterious death of a teenage girl. Its gripping narrative and layered investigation make it a must-watch for crime thriller enthusiasts.
Kurukshetra
The animated historical epic war series Kurukshetra, streaming on Netflix from October 10, 2025, features voices from Vinod Sharma, Sahil Vaid, Saumya Daan, and Annamaya Verma. Directed by veteran Bengali filmmaker Kaushin Gnaguly’s son, Ujaan Ganguly, and created by Anu Sikka, the series presents a visually stunning retelling of the Mahabharata’s 18-day war through the perspectives of eighteen warriors, bringing mythology to life for a new generation with freshness and an intact soul.
The Woman in Cabin 10
The Woman in Cabin 10, streaming on Netflix from October 10, 2025, stars Keira Knightley, Guy Pearce, Art Malik, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Kaya Scodelario, Daniel Ings, and Hannah Waddingham. Directed by Simon Stone and co-written with Joe Shrapnel and Anna Waterhouse, this psychological thriller follows a travel writer aboard a luxury cruise who uncovers a dark mystery involving a missing woman, blending suspense, thrill, and intrigue at every turn.
John Candy: I Like Me
The documentary John Candy: I Like Me is ready to be available on Prime Video starting from October 10, 2025. Directed by Colin Hanks and produced by Ryan Reynolds, the film explores the life and legacy of beloved comedian and actor John Candy, featuring unfiltered interviews with his family, friends, and colleagues. It offers a touching insight into the man behind the laughter and his enduring impact on Hollywood.
The Last Frontier
Streaming on Apple TV+ from October 10, 2025, The Last Frontier stars Jason Clarke, Dominic Cooper, Haley Bennett, Simone Kessell, Tait Blum, Dallas Goldtooth, and Alfre Woodard. Created by Jon Bokenkamp and Richard D’Ovidio, the thriller-drama series follows a U.S. Marshal in Alaska trying to protect his town after a prison transport plane crashes, releasing dangerous inmates into the wilderness.
