October 2025 will see an exciting lineup of new releases on HBO Max, featuring a mix of horror classics and innovative series. Among the highlights is the highly anticipated spinoff series “IT: Welcome to Derry.” This series embraces the spooky spirit of Halloween, alongside a range of beloved horror films.
New Releases on HBO Max
Viewers can expect a variety of genres, with horror favorites leading the charge. The following titles will be available starting October 12:
- A Nightmare on Elm Street
- A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge
- A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors
- A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master
- A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child
- The Shining
- Poltergeist (1982)
- Insidious: Chapter 2
- Halloween: Resurrection
- Beetlejuice
Upcoming Series and Specials
Several new series and specials will debut throughout October:
- IT: Welcome to Derry (October 26)
- Bring Her Back, from A24 (October 3)
- SMILING FRIENDS, Season 3 (October 6)
- The Chair Company, Season 1 (October 12)
- Dr. Sanjay Gupta Reports: It Doesn’t Have to Hurt (October 7)
Additional Highlights
Other intriguing selections include:
- Classic films like “The Exorcist” and “Beetlejuice.”
- Documentary specials such as “Armed Only With A Camera: The Life And Death of Brent Renaud” on October 21.
- Season premieres of series like “The Real Murders on Elm Street,” with its second season launching on October 2.
As Halloween approaches, HBO Max promises a thrilling array of entertainment. Fans of horror and drama should prepare for a month filled with chilling stories and heart-pounding excitement.
