This week brings a mix of comedy, crime, romance and horror to streaming platforms. From a documentary about Matthew Perry to Keerthy Suresh’s crime drama Akka, here are the new releases to add to your watchlist.
Obsession (October 30)
A young man’s attempt to win his crush’s love takes a terrifying turn in this supernatural horror film. What begins as a romantic wish soon spirals into something sinister. The film streams on JioHotstar.
The One About Matthew Perry (October 27)
The documentary explores Matthew Perry’s life beyond his iconic role as Chandler Bing in Friends. Through personal footage and accounts from people who knew him, it looks back at his career, struggles and lasting legacy. It arrives on Netflix.
Nocturne (October 30)
Liev Schreiber, Zazie Beetz and Stephen Graham star in this crime thriller inspired by Lars Kepler’s Joona Linna novels. When a former detective settles in a small Pennsylvania town, a string of brutal crimes draws him into a chilling investigation involving a killer who continues to manipulate events from prison.
Drive: The Pretenders (October 28)
This romantic drama follows an ambitious mechanic and a racing champion who enter a fake engagement. As their careers and personal lives collide, their arrangement becomes more complicated. The series streams on Prime Video.
Meethe Mein Kya Hai (October 30)
This Hindi family comedy-drama follows a widower navigating family tensions during Diwali. When his sister announces a surprise marriage, the reunion takes an unexpected turn. The film arrives on Netflix.
Akka (October 30)
Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte headline this period crime drama set in a town ruled by powerful women. When a new challenger threatens an established criminal empire, a fierce battle for control begins. Watch it on Netflix.
Obsess(October 30)
Set in 1970s Kuwait, this psychological horror series follows Talal (Yagoub Alfarhan), who returns home after his father’s death. Disturbing visions of Hessa (Haya Abdulsalam), a woman from his past, force him to question whether guilt or a supernatural curse haunts him. It streams on Netflix.
