5 new series to watch in October

We’ve been waiting for this : the return of autumn means cozy evenings under a blanket with your favorite series and a comforting dish ! To make your life easier and help you pick from the endless catalogs of your go-to streaming platforms, we’ve curated the ultimate list of the best series releases in October on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and Canal+. Heads up : the 90’s are making a comeback…

The pitch : Filip, Adel, and Frank, three lifelong best friends from Longjumeau, suddenly find themselves propelled into the spotlight, adored by the public under the name of the legendary 2Be3, the very first French boy band of the 1990s. Starting from nothing but their Greek-god physiques and unstoppable determination, these three young men break out of their suburban borders and face the price of fame in the capital. Competition, frenzied fans, the ruthless music industry, and relentless media criticism threaten not only their dreams but also their unshakable friendship. Will they survive the whirlwind of success ?

Why you’ll love it ? Prime Video continues to thrill millennials with a second nostalgic series after the success of Loft Story. Who could ever say no to a throwback to the 90’s, especially with the timeless soundtrack that keeps us dancing on the couch ? Add to that a dazzling cast – Antoine Simony as Filip, Namory Bakayoko as Adel, and Marin Judas as Frank – serving charisma and abs, a true feast for the eyes then and now. The cherry on top ? Daphné Burki joins the cast as a fierce manager !

Culte - 2Be3, available October 24th on Prime Video

The pitch : In 1989 Australia, renowned surgeon Dorrigo Evans (Jacob Elordi) confronts his past as a war doctor while releasing his memoir about one of the most painful chapters of his life: World War II. Memories resurface of his time as a prisoner of war, forced with his comrades to build a railway linking Thailand and Burma. Deep in the jungle, under Japanese guns, bonds tighten as survival becomes ever harder. Through it all, Dorrigo clings to the memory of the love awaiting him across the ocean : Amy Mulvaney.

Why you’ll love it ? This marks the highly anticipated return of Jacob Elordi to the small screen since the cult Euphoria, in a role worlds apart from the one that made him famous. The constant shifts between past and present add depth, plunging us into a dark period of history while offering emotional breathers. Love, the timeless ingredient of Hollywood series, is woven through the five episodes, letting us see Elordi in a tender role we’ll never tire of. Add a moving soundtrack, softening the brutality of war, and this series inspired by true events will leave you speechless.

The Narrow Road to the Deep North, available October 9th on Canal+

The pitch : Cameron Cope (Miles Heizer), a young man lacking confidence and secretly gay, joins the harsh world of the U.S. Marines in the 1990s. Alongside his best friend Ray McCaffey (Liam Oh), he must find his place in an environment that leaves no room for difference, let alone homosexuality. This journey through the American military of the 90’s is also his journey to discover who he is, and more importantly, the man he wants to become.

Why you’ll love it ? This offbeat yet deeply touching dramedy captures one of life’s toughest stages: coming of age. Boots is a story of friendship and self-discovery, with a bold, colorful aesthetic hiding a sharp social commentary, the marginalization of LGBTQ+ people in the military, a reality then and now. Miles Heizer shines as a young man searching for himself, melting our hearts and reminding us of our own passage into adulthood.

Boots, available October 9th on Netflix

The pitch : Victoria Beckham, the woman of a thousand lives, once made the world dance with the Spice Girls. Her love story with the world’s sexiest man put her family under constant spotlight. Fiercely protective as a mother, Posh Spice is equally admired for her taste and business sense, building an empire while raising four children under media scrutiny. From pop star to business mogul to footballer’s wife, this is the extraordinary story of a once-insecure girl turned generational icon.

Why you’ll love it ?  A year after the hit documentary about David, it’s now Victoria’s turn to be in the spotlight. This fascinating portrait peels back (most of) the filters, letting us peek into her fast-paced life and family home. Expect candid kitchen confessions, cameos from celebrity friends like Tom Ford and Eva Longoria, a dive into her fashion atelier, and an inside look at her hectic routine. As David told Variety, we’ll see her “in a different light.”

Victoria Beckham, available October 9th on Netflix

The pitch : From 1995 to 2001, an unresolved mystery haunts Perpignan. Around the train station, the disappearance of a teenage girl is followed by the murder of three women. Different in many ways, the victims share one common thread: a growing desire for freedom. To solve the case of the “Les disparues de la gare” and catch the ruthless serial killer, detective Flore Robin (Camille Razat) teams up with seasoned investigators Franck Vidal (Hugo Becker) and Felix Sabueso (Patrick Timsit).

Why you’ll love it ? Inspired by chilling real events, this 6-episode thriller will captivate fans of crime novels and true-crime shows. The cast delivers riveting performances, driving an investigation that lasted six years. The blend of fiction and reality creates a gripping, haunting atmosphere that will leave you eager to binge until the very end.

Les disparues de la gare, available October 8th on Disney+

For whom? Big-hearted empaths with unshakable optimism.

The pitch. Suzanne (Florence Longpré), a former Québécois criminologist, reinvents herself as a psychiatrist at the Institut psychiatrique Mont-Royal. Still haunted by past trauma, on her very first day she meets Mortimer (Thomas Ngijol), a warm-hearted intervention officer determined to support her in her new path. Between complicated patients, wary colleagues, and unresolved demons, she must confront her own struggles while helping those in need of care and empathy.

Why you’ll love it. Mental health can be a tough, taboo subject, but here it’s treated with a refreshing tragicomic touch. From Suzanne (a touching, sincere Florence Longpré) to her sidekick Mortimer (Thomas Ngijol, surprisingly tender), to the gallery of characters often reduced to cold diagnoses: the show makes us laugh, cry, and reflect. Blending humor with humanity and tenderness, it also delves into darker, heartbreaking moments. Beyond the patient/doctor dynamic, the series portrays people fighting daily not to fall into the abyss — including Suzanne and Mortimer — and questions our own ability to step into someone else’s shoes. No wonder it won the Audience Award at the Séries Mania festival.

Empathie, streaming September 1st on MyCanal.

For whom? Hardcore Mark Ruffalo fans.

The pitch. In suburban Philadelphia, a wave of home burglaries is escalating. Tom (Mark Ruffalo), an FBI agent, leads a special task force to stop a string of crimes orchestrated by a seemingly ordinary father — one who refuses to get caught.

Why you’ll love it. From the creator of the acclaimed miniseries Mare of Easttown, Brad Ingelsby returns to Philadelphia with Task. This time he brings together Mark Ruffalo and a nearly unrecognizable Tom Pelphrey (Ozark, Love and Death). Expect a dark, suspenseful thriller where tension is palpable, the atmosphere moody, and the investigation gripping. The show explores crime through the lens of social determinism: Pelphrey shines as the troubled family man turned criminal, while Ruffalo convinces as both a disoriented father and a seasoned FBI supervisor.

Task, streaming September 8th on HBO.

For whom? Anyone who struggles with their in-laws.

The pitch. Laura (Robin Wright) seems to have it all: a thriving career, a loving husband, and a beloved son. Her perfect world collapses when her only child (Laurie Davidson) introduces his new girlfriend, Cherry (Olivia Cooke). From the start, Laura distrusts her and refuses to welcome her. With no real reason, this daughter-in-law unsettles her, shaking her motherly instincts and forcing her to share her son’s attention for the first time. What follows is an all-out battle between the two women.

Why you’ll love it. This psychological thriller, adapted from the novel by Michelle Frances (screenwriter of Shameless), is set to be one of the season’s highlights. With Robin Wright (House of Cards, Forrest Gump) as the sharp, controlling mother and Olivia Cooke (Ready Player One, House of the Dragon) as the mysterious daughter-in-law, the casting is impeccable. Expect plot twists, betrayals, and shifting loyalties — to the point where you no longer know who to trust. Could these two women actually be more alike than they think? An addictive series to binge in a single weekend.

The Girlfriend, streaming September 10th on Prime Video.