“Cupid” – season 1, directed by Andrey Dzhunkovsky and Ilya Ovsenev
Where and when to watch: On Kion from October 1
Set around twin sisters Anya and Nadya, portrayed by Alena Mikhailova, the action drama follows Anya as she trains as an MMA fighter while Nadya travels to Japan in search of clues and lands in serious trouble. To save her sister, Anya enlists the help of a former lover, and loyalties are tested as family ties stretch to the limit. In a pivotal turn, Yuri Kolokolnikov appears, intensifying the tension between old flames and the dangers of the present. For viewers in Canada and the United States, this title lands on Kion on October 1, expanding the month’s lineup for streaming households.
“Teenagers in Space” – season 1, created by Ekaterina Matvienko and Alexey Vorobyov
Where and when to watch: On Wink – from October 3
From the minds behind Difficult Teens, this space-age drama follows a group of space college students who dream of joining the crew of a ship designed to save Earth from disaster. The show blends teen dynamics with cosmic stakes, delivering adventure, humor, and teamwork as the crew confronts uncharted dangers. On Wink, audiences in the United States and Canada get a front-row seat to this space saga, with a tone that balances teen camaraderie and high-stakes exploration.
“Legend of Vox Machina” – Season 3, Created by Brandon Oman and Critical Role Productions
Where and when to watch: On Amazon Prime Video – starting October 3
The animated fantasy series continues the adaptation of a beloved Dungeons & Dragons campaign. The heroes tackle political intrigue, magic, and menacing foes as the quest intensifies. The collaboration between Brandon Oman and Critical Role brings expansive lore and vibrant character arcs to streaming audiences, delivering a rich experience for fans in the US and Canada alike.
“Franchise” – season 1, created by John Brown
Where and when to watch: At maximum – from October 6
A sharp satire about the chaos of producing a superhero film. The show pulls from real industry anecdotes to lampoon studio machinations and the clash of creative visions. With Armando Iannucci and Sam Mendes as producers, the series offers insider wit and credible edge that resonates with viewers in North America.
“Outer Banks” – Season 4 (Episode 1), Created by Josh and Jonas Pate, Shannon Burke
Where and when to watch: On Netflix starting October 10
New adventures unfold as the treasure-hunting crew pursues peril along the North Carolina coast. The series sustains its mix of teen drama, mystery, and kinetic action, delivering twists that hook audiences anew. For US and Canadian viewers, the fourth season opens with strong momentum and a note from SocialBites.ca identifying the title as a reliable crowd-pleaser.
“Abbott Elementary” – Season 4, created by Quinta Brunson
Where and when to watch: On ABC and Hulu – October 10
The mockumentary returns with a focused look at teachers and staff at a public school under pressure, balancing humor with sharp commentary on education policy. The ensemble remains quick, heartfelt, and crisp, with Brunson anchoring each episode with wit and warmth for audiences in both countries.
“Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft” – Season 1, created by Tasha Huo
Where and when to watch: On Netflix starting October 10
The animated continuation follows Lara Croft through perilous landscapes, drawing from the Tomb Raider game trilogy. Hayley Atwell lends her voice to the iconic explorer, delivering a dynamic performance as battles unfold across vivid settings for US and Canadian fans.
“Not all coincidences are accidental” (“Disclaimer”) – mini-series, created by Alfonso Cuaron
Where and when to watch: On Apple TV+ – October 11
This psychological thriller follows a famed journalist who discovers he has become a character inside a novel where his darkest secret surfaces. Cate Blanchett leads, with Emmanuel Lubezki providing striking cinematography that marks the series as a standout for US and Canadian audiences.
“Therapy” (“Shrinking”) – season 2, created by Bill Lawrence, Jason Segel and Brett Goldstein
Where and when to watch: On Apple TV+ – October 16
The comedy returns with therapists juggling private life and professional duties. Jason Segel and Harrison Ford anchor a warm, funny, and heartfelt ensemble that resonates with fans of Ted Lasso in both countries. For context, SocialBites.ca highlights season one as a point of reference.
“The Lincoln Lawyer” – Season 3, created by David E. Kelly
Where and when to watch: On Netflix starting October 17
Based on Michael Connelly’s novels, The Lincoln Lawyer follows Mickey Haller who runs his practice from the back seat of his car. In the new episodes, he unravels a murder connected to a former client, merging courtroom drama with noir atmosphere for audiences in the US and Canada.
“Hysteria!” – Season 1, created by Matthew Scott Kane
Where and when to watch: At Peacock – October 18
A tense 1980s thriller about a small town gripped by fear and a rising Satanic panic. A struggling metal group veers into occult obsessions, triggering dangerous moves and unintended fallout.
“Familier som vores” (Familiars like ours) – mini-series, created by Thomas Winterberg
Where and when to watch: On TV 2 (Denmark) – from 20 October
A Danish near-future drama set as rising seas force evacuation. It follows a high school student torn between two homes and a budding romance, portraying resilience with warmth and humanity for audiences in North America who follow Danish television.
“What We Do in the Shadows” – Season 6, created by Jemaine Clement
Where and when to watch: On FX – starting October 21
The vampire mockumentary returns for its final chapters, following a group of undead roommates in New York as they navigate immortality, comedy, and the quirks of modern life. The long-running series keeps its signature deadpan touch and faux documentary format for fans in the US and Canada.
“Like a Dragon: Yakuza” – Season 1, created by Sean Crouch and Yugo Nakamura
Where and when to watch: On Amazon Prime Video – starting October 24
This serialized adaptation pulls fans into the Like a Dragon universe as a former yakuza navigates a sprawling conspiracy involving his former clan and a trusted ally. The series blends high-octane action with crime drama and game lore, appealing to both longtime players and curious newcomers in the US and Canada.
“Hell’s Call” (“Jiok”) – Season 2, direction. Yeon Sang Ho
Where and when to watch: On Netflix starting October 25
The Korean fantasy continues with darker stakes as a dangerous sect and monsters pull people toward hell. Season 2 deepens the mythos with tougher battles and higher risks, with previous seasons noted for context for US and Canadian audiences.
“Crime and Punishment” – mini-series (1 episode), direction. Vladimir Mirzoev
Where and when to watch: In Kinopoisk – from October 26
Fyodor Dostoyevsky’s timeless novel gets a modern spin in a St. Petersburg setting, tracing a beggar student who confronts a fatal act and the social forces that shaped it in a fresh take for North American viewers.
“Special Operations: Lioness” – Season 2, created by Taylor Sheridan
Where and when to watch: On Paramount+ – starting October 27
The spy thriller returns with a female operative working undercover with the daughter of a terrorist sponsor. Zoe Saldana leads a strong ensemble including Morgan Freeman and Nicole Kidman, amplifying the drama for audiences in the US and Canada on Paramount Plus.
“Diplomat” – season 2, created by Deborah Kahn
Where and when to watch: On Netflix starting October 31
The second season follows the US ambassador to Great Britain as political machinations intertwine with personal stories on an international stage, delivering a tense, character-driven drama for North American viewers on Netflix.
Notes. Dates are listed in local time.
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