Amazon Prime Video excels with its impressive variety of content, spanning multiple formats and themes. Renowned for its multilingual features and content that embraces diverse cultures, the OTT (Over-The-Top) platform consistently raises the bar in the streaming world. Viewers eagerly await each release, drawn to the fresh perspectives, exclusive series, and films. Let`s check out the most anticipated releases that will keep viewers entertained throughout October 2024.
Top 10 Amazon Prime Video Originals Coming this October
House of Spoils | Supernatural Horror Thriller | October 03, 2024
The American horror movie flourishes with Bridget Savage Cole and Danielle Krudy as its writers and directors.
The thriller movie stars Ariana DeBose, Barbie Ferreira, Marton Csokas, Arian Moayed, and Amara Karan in pivotal roles.
‘House of Spoils’ follows a chef grappling with kitchen turmoil, a suspicious investor, and the sinister spirit of the estate’s former owner. The chef must fight against these threats to save her dreams of opening her first restaurant.
The production team includes Greg Gilreath and Adam Hendricks of Divide/Conquer, Jason Blum of Blumhouse Television and Drew Houpt, Lucas Joaquin, and Alex Scharfman of Secret Engine.
The Legend of Vox Machina (Season Three) | Fantasy Adventure | October 03, 2024
Adapted from the ‘Critical Role’ campaign of ‘Dungeons & Dragons’, this American animated series showcases the creating prowess of Brandon Auman and Critical Role Productions.
Besides crafting Exandria, a fictional world where the series takes place, Matthew Mercer also serves as a voice actor in the fantasy series.
Season 3 will see the Chroma Conclave wreak havoc as the Cinder King targets Vox Machina. It forces the misfit heroes to confront personal and external demons in a battle to save everyone including their loved ones.
Laura Bailey, Taliesin Jaffe, Ashley Johnson, Matthew Mercer, Liam O`Brien, Marisha Ray, and Travis Willingham will reprise their roles for this season.
Credit for producing the adventure series goes to Metapigeon and Titmouse, Inc.
El Diario | Thriller | October 04, 2024
Bankrolled by Alberto Muffelmann and Regina Valdes, this Spanish movie boasts Alba Gil and Emma Bertran as the directors. Bertran also co-wrote the script with Pamela Pons.
‘El Diario’ tells the chilling story of Olga, a divorced mother who relocates to a new city with her daughter, Vera. When Olga discovers a diary belonging to a still-active killer in her attic, she must navigate her unsettling connection to the diary while juggling conflicts with her ex-husband and his new partner.
The thriller movie stars Irene Azuela, Isabella Arroyo, Mauricio Ochmann, Leonardo Ortizgris, and Yoshira Escarrega in key roles.
Killer Cakes | Game Show | October 08, 2024
This unique competition pushes bakers with extraordinary skills to tackle some of the most spine-chilling challenges ever. Contestants collaborate with Hollywood`s top horror special effects artists, using their dark imaginations to create disturbingly grotesque and realistic cakes.
Hosted by horror veteran Matthew Lillard, the show highlights the expert judgments of experimental food artist and cookbook author Nikk Alcaraz, and Danielle Harris.
‘Killer Cakes’ excels with Ruth Amsel as its showrunner, and Jason Blum and Gretchen Palek as the executive Producers.
Citadel: Diana | Spy-Action | October 10, 2024
Written by Alessandro Fabbri, Ilaria Bernardini, Laura Colella, Gianluca Bernardini, and Giordana Mari, this Italian TV series adapts the American TV series Citadel (2023). The spy series is brought to fruition by director Arnaldo Catinari, with Gina Gardini serving as the showrunner.
Set eight years after the fall of Citadel, this sci-fi thriller follows Diana Cavalieri, an undercover Citadel agent, trapped behind enemy lines within the powerful Manticore syndicate. Desperate to escape and disappear, Diana must rely on an unlikely ally to make her final move.
The ‘Citadel: Diana’ cast includes Matilda De Angelis, Lorenzo Cervasio, Maurizio Lombardi, Julia Piaton, Thekla Reuten, Daniele Paoloni, Bernhard Schutz, and Filippo Nigro.
Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity? | Quiz Show | October 16, 2024
A spin-off of the 2007 hit ‘Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?’, this show pits adult contestants against a classroom of celebrities. They tackle elementary-level questions on various topics, all for a chance to win a USD 100,000 prize.
The quiz show thrives with Travis Kelce as its host, joined by celebrities like Nikki Glaser, Nicole Byer, Natasha Leggero, Ron Funches, Garcelle Beauvais, and Ryan Fitzpatrick.
Produced By MGM Alternative, the show is shaped by the executive producing of Mark Burnett alongside Wes Kauble, who also serves as showrunner.
Brothers | Action Comedy | October 17, 2024
Directed by Max Barbakow, this American comedy film highlights the screenwriting of Macon Blair and the story by Etan Cohen.
Starring Peter Dinklage and Josh Brolin as the titular siblings, the film’s production is spearheaded by Legendary Pictures. Taylour Paige, Glenn Close, Brendan Fraser, M. Emmet Walsh, Jennifer Landon, and Ted Ferguson round up the supporting cast.
‘Brothers’ follows a reformed criminal whose plans for a fresh start unravel when he embarks on a wild cross-country journey with his unpredictable twin brother. Facing danger from bullets, law enforcement, and their domineering mother, the siblings must mend their fractured relationship or risk destroying each other along the way.
The Park Maniac | True Crime Drama Film | October 18, 2024
Written By L.G. Bayao, this Brazilian movie boasts Mauricio Eca as the director, and Marcelo Braga producing it.
Based on true events, this gripping true crime film explores the life of a notorious 90s serial killer who terrorized women. As he crosses paths with a determined young journalist seeking career-defining truth, both become embroiled in a dangerous game.
The Portuguese language movie stars an ensemble cast that includes Giovanna Griggio, Mariana Amancio, Silvero Pereira, Arianne Botelho, Thais Cabral, Silmara Deon, and Ingrid Gaigher.
The Devil`s Hour: Season 2 | Supernatural Thriller | October 18, 2024
This British drama thriller series is brought to fruition by creator Tom Moran, who executive produced it along with Sue Vertue and Steven Moffat. The joint direction of Shaun James Grant and Johnny Allan brings the series to vibrant life.
‘The Devil`s Hour’ centers on Lucy Chambers, a social worker caught between personal struggles and strange occurrences. Every night at 3:33 AM, Lucy awakens from horrifying visions, entangled in the mystery surrounding the so-called devil`s hour.
In season two, Lucy and Gideon form a tense partnership as they work together to prevent a recurring tragedy and track down a mysterious figure terrorizing their lives.
The supernatural drama series features Jessica Raine, Nikesh Patel, and Peter Capaldi in the lead roles.
Like a Dragon: Yakuza | Crime Action | October 25, 2024
Executive produced by Erik Barmack, Joshua Long, and Roberto Grande, this Japanese series is based on SEGA’s 2005 video game of the same name. This action series plunges into the lives of passionate yet ruthless gangsters in Kamurocho, a fictional district inspired by Tokyo’s Kabukicho. Set against the vibrant backdrop of modern Japan, the show unravels the intense stories of characters like the legendary Kazuma Kiryu.
Ryoma Takeuchi, Kento Kaku, and Munetaka Aoki embody the lead roles in this mystery thriller series directed by Kengo Takimoto and Masaharu Take.
In a Nutshell
The October 2024 releases on Amazon Prime Video showcase a remarkable array of genres and formats, offering a varied streaming experience.
‘House of Spoils’ and ‘The Devil`s Hour’ deliver a chilling blend of dread and suspense, while ‘El Diario’ keeps the tension alive as a gripping thriller. ‘The Legend of Vox Machina’ takes animated adventure to bold heights, while ‘Killer Cakes’ and ‘Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?’ add lively competition with reality show charm. From the high-stakes world of `Citadel: Diana` to the gritty streets of ‘Brothers’, ‘The Park Maniac’, and ‘Like a Dragon: Yakuza’, this crime action quartet packs intense punches.
On the whole, the combination of films, shows, and web series contributes to an outstanding lineup, appealing to every OTT content enthusiast.
