Planning a cozy night in or a trip to the theater? This weekend brings a fantastic mix of new movies, from a whimsical Olivia Colman romance and Jenna Ortega’s sci-fi drama to a DC horror movie, a stunning LAIKA adventure and Olivia Wilde’s new comedy on HBO Max.
Here are 10 new movies to watch this weekend, Oct. 23 to 25.
New Movies in Theaters
1. Wicker
Where to watch: In theaters (select cinemas) – Get tickets on Fandango | Oct. 23
Starring: Olivia Colman, Alexander Skarsgård, Elizabeth Debicki, Peter Dinklage, Richard E. Grant
The Sundance breakout everyone is talking about. A reclusive fisherwoman in a medieval village, shunned for her fishy smell and her refusal to marry, sarcastically orders a husband made of wicker. When the master weaver brings him to life, his devotion throws the narrow-minded town into chaos. Quirky, romantic and sitting at 95% on Rotten Tomatoes, this is our top pick for date night.
2. Klara and the Sun
Where to watch: In theaters – Get tickets on Fandango | Oct. 23
Starring: Jenna Ortega, Amy Adams, Steve Buscemi, Natasha Lyonne
Taika Waititi adapts Kazuo Ishiguro’s bestselling novel. Jenna Ortega plays Klara, a companion android bought to look after Josie, a sick girl in a future where society is split into strictly separated classes. Amy Adams co-stars as Josie’s mother. Critics are divided, but fans of the book will want to see it for themselves.
3. Clayface
Where to watch: In theaters – Get tickets on Fandango | Oct. 23
Starring: Tom Rhys Harries, Naomi Ackie, Max Minghella, Eddie Marsan
DC goes full horror. Written by Mike Flanagan and Hossein Amini and directed by James Watkins, this R-rated origin story follows Matt Hagen, a rising actor whose face is disfigured by a gangster. In desperation, he turns to scientist Caitlin Corr, who transforms his body into clay. Perfect for the week before Halloween, if you can handle body horror.
4. Wildwood
Where to watch: In theaters – Get tickets on Fandango | Oct. 23
Starring: Voices of Carey Mulligan, Mahershala Ali, Awkwafina, Angela Bassett, Jacob Tremblay, Peyton Elizabeth Lee
From LAIKA, the studio behind Coraline, comes a gorgeous handcrafted stop-motion adventure. Young Prue and her classmate Curtis venture into a hidden magical forest near Portland to rescue her baby brother from crows led by the mysterious Alexandra. Rated PG-13, it is a great pick for families with older kids, and critics love it.
5. You Can See Everything
Where to watch: In theaters (expanding) – Get tickets on Fandango | Now playing
Starring: Nathan Fielder, Elizabeth Holmes
A24’s buzzy documentary follows Nathan Fielder as he lives with Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes. After selling out more than 2,000 screenings in its first week, it expands to over 2,500 screens this Friday.
New Movies to Stream at Home
6. The Invite
Where to watch: HBO Max | Oct. 23
Starring: Seth Rogen, Olivia Wilde, Penélope Cruz, Edward Norton
Olivia Wilde directs and stars in this A24 comedy about Joe and Angela, a couple whose marriage is on shaky ground. When they invite their mysterious upstairs neighbors over for dinner, the evening takes a very unexpected turn. It also airs on HBO on Saturday, Oct. 24, at 8 p.m. ET.
7. Paralyzed by Hope: The Maria Bamford Story
Where to watch: Netflix | Oct. 23
Starring: Maria Bamford
A new documentary about the brilliantly offbeat comedian and actress Maria Bamford. A must for comedy fans.
8. Moana (live-action)
Where to watch: Disney+ | Now streaming
Starring: Dwayne Johnson
Disney’s live-action remake of the animated favorite has arrived on streaming, with Dwayne Johnson back as Maui. Reviews were mixed, but those songs are as great as ever, which makes it an easy family movie night.
9. The Weight
Where to watch: Rent on Prime Video and Apple TV | Now available
Starring: Ethan Hawke, Russell Crowe
A Sundance 2026 selection. Ethan Hawke plays a single father wrongly sent to prison who agrees to transport illicit gold for the warden so he can get back to his daughter. A tense drama with a standout supporting turn from Russell Crowe.
10. The Cycle
Where to watch: Shudder | Oct. 23
Starring: Deborah Ann Woll, Jeffrey Donovan
When police make a gruesome discovery, their only lead is a dead man’s estranged daughter, who must uncover the secret her father kept hidden. A spooky-season indie for horror lovers.
What Are You Watching This Weekend?
Whether you are heading out for Wicker or staying in with The Invite, there is something for every mood this weekend. Grab the popcorn and enjoy!
