OTT releases this week: Aabhyanthara Kuttavaali, Our Fault, How to Train Your Dragon and more
Streaming platforms are lining up a diverse range of content this week, from dark comedies and courtroom dramas to horror thrillers and true crime documentaries. Here’s a look at the most anticipated OTT releases dropping across Netflix, JioHotstar, Amazon Prime Video, Zee5 and Lionsgate Play.
Splinter Cell: Deathwatch
Tom Clancy’s iconic video game franchise comes to life in ‘Splinter Cell: Deathwatch’, an animated adaptation created and written by John Wick’s Derek Kolstad. The series follows a retired Sam Fisher, voiced by Liev Schreiber, who is pulled back into the shadows when wounded operative Zinnia McKenna (Kirby Howell-Baptiste) seeks his help. It will be released on Netflix on October 14.
The Neighborhood (Season 8)
The beloved comedy series returns for its final season, offering fans one last round of neighbourly banter and heartfelt laughter. ‘The Neighborhood’ continues to explore everyday social issues with warmth and humour as it bids farewell with its eighth season on JioHotstar from October 14.
Final Destination: Bloodlines
The ‘Final Destination’ saga continues with a chilling new instalment, ‘Bloodlines’. The story follows Stefani Reyes (Kaitlyn Santa Juana), a college student plagued by visions connected to a disaster her grandmother once averted. When death begins to claim her family one by one, she must uncover the truth before it’s too late. Featuring the return of Tony Todd, the film expands the series’ eerie mythology and debuts on JioHotstar on October 16.
Bad Shabbos
Winner of the Audience Award for Best Narrative at the Tribeca Film Festival, ‘Bad Shabbos’ is a chaotic dark comedy where a seemingly simple family dinner spirals into chaos. When an accidental death disrupts an interfaith Shabbat gathering hosted by David (Jon Bass) and Meg (Meghan Leathers), panic sets in. With Kyra Sedgwick, Method Man, and Milana Vayntrub rounding out the cast, this Netflix release on October 16 promises laughter, tension, and absurdity in equal measure.
The Twits
Roald Dahl’s 1980 classic gets a wild animated musical makeover with ‘The Twits’. Mr and Mrs Twit – voiced by Johnny Vegas and Margo Martindale – are the most grotesque couple in town, running a warped amusement park called Twitlandia. When they seize power in their town, two orphans and a family of magical animals band together to stop them. The star-studded voice cast includes Natalie Portman and Emilia Clarke. The film premieres on Netflix on October 16.
The Diplomat (Season 3)
Keri Russell returns as Kate Wyler in the political drama ‘The Diplomat’. Following last season’s explosive finale, President Grace Penn (Allison Janney) faces mounting controversy while Kate navigates a treacherous web of international intrigue. With Rufus Sewell reprising his role as Hal Wyler, Season 3 dives deeper into loyalty, diplomacy, and betrayal. The new season debuts on Netflix on October 16.
Culpa Nuestra (Our Fault)
The emotional ‘Culpables’ trilogy reaches its final chapter with ‘Culpa Nuestra’. Noah (Nicole Wallace) and Nick (Gabriel Guevara) reunite after years apart at a wedding, reigniting unresolved emotions from their turbulent past. As they confront old wounds and rekindle lost love, the film explores passion, regret, and reconciliation. It streams on Amazon Prime Video from October 16.
Aabhyanthara Kuttavaali
This Malayalam courtroom drama unravels the story of Sahadevan, a government employee entangled in accusations of domestic violence and dowry harassment. As his trial unfolds, the film examines the complexities of ego, marriage, and social pressure. ‘Aabhyanthara Kuttavaali’, which releases on Zee5 on October 17, presents a nuanced exploration of morality and justice.
Bhagwat Chapter 1: Raakshas
Starring Arshad Warsi as Inspector Vishwas Bhagwat, this gritty crime thriller follows a missing-person case in Robertsganj, Uttar Pradesh, that spirals into something far darker. When a young woman’s disappearance links to a web of prostitution and past crimes, Bhagwat finds himself entangled in a labyrinth of secrets and lies. Also featuring Jitendra Kumar, the film releases on Zee5 on October 17.
Kishkindhapuri
Set in a cursed village, ‘Kishkindhapuri’ blends supernatural horror with folklore. Raghav and Mythili, a couple known for staging fake ghost tours, find themselves trapped in a nightmare when their latest “performance” turns real. Their visit to an abandoned radio station awakens a vengeful spirit, turning their act into a fight for survival. The chilling tale arrives on Zee5 on October 17.
Santosh
The critically acclaimed ‘Santosh’, India’s 2024 Oscar entry for Best International Feature, lands on Lionsgate Play this week. Directed by Sandhya Suri, the film stars Shahana Goswami as a widow who steps into her late husband’s police job and is assigned to investigate a Dalit teenager’s murder. The crime drama, streaming from October 17, delves into morality, resilience, and systemic injustice.
Good News
Based on a real-life event, ‘Good News’ is a satirical black comedy about government officials trying to manage a hijacked Japanese flight headed for Pyongyang. Starring Sul Kyung Gu, Hong Kyung, and Ryoo Seung Bum, the Korean film deftly balances tension and absurd humour. It premieres on Netflix on October 17.
The Monster of Florence
Italy’s most chilling unsolved serial killings take centre stage in ‘The Monster of Florence’, a gripping true crime docuseries. The show reopens one of Italy’s darkest mysteries, exploring the psychology of a killer who terrorised Florence for years. The series streams on Netflix from October 22.
The Elixir
From Indonesian filmmaker Kimo Stamboel comes ‘The Elixir’, a zombie horror story rooted in traditional folklore. When a Javanese herbal elixir sparks a deadly outbreak, a family must fight for survival amid chaos. Known for his atmospheric direction, Stamboel delivers a fresh take on the undead genre. The film releases on Netflix on October 23.
How to Train Your Dragon
The beloved animated film gets a live-action reimagining with Mason Thames as Hiccup and Gerard Butler reprising his role as Stoick. Set in the Viking village of Berk, the story follows Hiccup’s unexpected bond with a wounded dragon, Toothless, challenging his tribe’s long-held fears. The fantasy adventure premiered on JioHotstar on October 13.
I Know What You Did Last Summer
The cult horror story returns with a modern twist in Netflix’s ‘I Know What You Did Last Summer’. After covering up a fatal accident, five friends are haunted by a relentless killer who knows their secret. As they fight to survive, they turn to survivors of the 1997 Southport massacre. The slasher reboot drops on October 18.