The Oscar-winning documentary 'No Other Land' will be released directly onto online platforms in the US on October 20, 2025. The filmmakers are self-distributing the film after major streamers refused to distribute it.

The horror film 'A Hora do Mal', a 2025 success, will be available on HBO Max on October 24, 2025. The film, directed by Zach Cregger, stars Julia Garner and explores the mysterious disappearance of children.

The romantic comedy 'A pesar de ti' will have special pre-release screenings in select Mexican cinemas from October 17 to 19, 2025, before its global release on October 23. The film, based on Colleen Hoover's novel, is directed by Josh Boone.

On October 18, 2025, several films are being released and screened across the UK and Ireland, including 'Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie', 'Black Phone 2', and 'Roofman'.

TIFFCOM 2025 will be held in Tokyo from October 29 to 31, 2025, featuring a Sony Pictures executive seminar on IP adaptation strategies. The event will include a seminar by Shevnem Askin and an open pitch event with IP holders.

The BFI London Film Festival, highlighted on October 17, 2025, has become a crucial international launchpad for awards season. The festival attracts significant investment from studios and streamers.

On October 31, 2025, PVR Inox will launch a two-week film festival across India and Sri Lanka to celebrate Shah Rukh Khan's birthday. The festival will screen seven of his iconic films, highlighting his 33-year career.

Netflix announced on October 17, 2025, that the book 'Nós Já Moramos Aqui' will be adapted into a film starring Blake Lively. The story follows Eve Palmer whose home is invaded during a snowstorm.

Elvira praised Ryan Coogler's vampire film Sinners, set in 1930s Mississippi, starring Michael B. Jordan. The film, which explores themes of cultural appropriation, is recommended on HBO Max.