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Hollywood is gearing up for an action-packed October 2026, with a diverse mix of films arriving in theatres throughout the month. From star-studded blockbusters
and gripping thrillers to literary adaptations, period dramas and animated adventures, the upcoming releases cater to a wide range of moviegoers. The month kicks off with several theatrical releases on October 2, offering audiences plenty of choices right from the beginning. As the weeks progress, more highly anticipated titles are scheduled to hit the big screen, including major franchise projects and films based on acclaimed stories. Here’s a look at the Hollywood movies arriving in theatres this October.
Digger - October 2
Tom Cruise plays Digger Rockwell, a larger-than-life oil tycoon whose relentless pursuit of power and profit contributes to a devastating global catastrophe. As the crisis spirals toward potential nuclear conflict, Digger launches an outrageous campaign to convince the world that he is its saviour.
Verity - October 2
Dakota Johnson stars as struggling writer Lowen Ashleigh, who is hired by Jeremy Crawford (Josh Hartnett) to complete the book series of his incapacitated wife, bestselling author Verity Crawford (Anne Hathaway). After discovering Verity’s disturbing hidden manuscript, Lowen is pulled into a web of secrets, obsession and deception, forcing her to question what is real and whether she is in danger.
April X - October 2
April X is an upcoming sci-fi thriller directed by Michel K. Parandi and starring Connor Storrie and Lilly Krug. The film follows a mysterious, high-stakes story set against a science-fiction backdrop. After releasing in select international markets, it is scheduled for a limited theatrical release in the US on October 2, 2026.
Rolling Loud The Movie - October 2
Rolling Loud: The Movie follows an overprotective father who sneaks his 13-year-old son into Miami’s massive Rolling Loud hip-hop festival in an attempt to bond with him. However, when they get separated in the chaotic crowd, he embarks on a frantic and hilarious search through mosh pits, security checkpoints and backstage madness, joined by an eccentric festival volunteer and his reckless co-worker.
Sense and Sensibility - October 16
The upcoming adaptation of Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility follows the Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne, as their family faces financial hardship after their father’s death. Forced to leave their estate and move to a modest cottage in Devon, the sisters navigate love, heartbreak and societal expectations while trying to find happiness in a world shaped by class and limited choices. Daisy Edgar-Jones and Esmé Creed-Miles headline the film, directed by Georgia Oakley. The film will hit Indian theatres on October 29 or 30.
Clayface - October 23
DC Studios’ Clayface brings a darker, horror-driven take on one of Batman’s most iconic villains. Directed by James Watkins, the R-rated psychological body-horror film follows Clayface through a grounded and unsettling story that explores transformation, identity and the terrifying consequences of his powers. Starring Tom Rhys Harries, the film is part of James Gunn’s new DC Universe and marks the franchise’s first theatrical R-rated horror feature.
Klara and the Sun - October 23
Based on Kazuo Ishiguro’s acclaimed novel, Klara and the Sun follows Klara (Jenna Ortega), a solar-powered Artificial Friend designed to provide companionship to lonely teenagers. After being chosen by Josie (Mia Tharia), a young girl living with a serious illness, Klara becomes part of her family and attempts to understand human emotions, love and connection. As she grows closer to Josie and her mother (Amy Adams), Klara’s innocent perspective offers a poignant look at what it means to be human.
Wildwood - October 23
Wildwood is an epic stop-motion dark fantasy from LAIKA Studios and Black Bear Pictures, directed by Travis Knight and written by Chris Butler. Based on Colin Meloy’s bestselling 2011 novel, the film follows a young girl who ventures into a mysterious enchanted forest filled with magical creatures, danger and hidden secrets. With its richly imagined world and handcrafted stop-motion animation, Wildwood promises a visually distinctive fantasy adventure for audiences.
