October brings a wealth of new and returning shows that offer a little something for everyone, whether you\u2019re into adult animated comedies, crime dramas, political thrillers, or, appropriately for the season, a few scares. We\u2019ve even got a couple of procedurals, a perennial reality favorite, and some anime.<\/p>\n
Fittingly, though, the most anticipated show of the month, by far, turned out to be the prequel series based on a Stephen King adaptation. After that, the list was dominated by three Netflix series in a row: the latest chapter in a popular video game adaptation, a hit political thriller, and the sophomore season of a romantic comedy. Tying it all up is an off-kilter HBO Max comedy from Tim Robinson. Read on for the five most anticipated TV or streaming shows of October!<\/p>\n
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\n IT: Welcome to Derry: Season 1<\/a> Premiere Date: October 26 on HBO No. 2<\/p>\n The Witcher<\/a>: Season 4 (2025)<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Premiere Date: October 30 on Netflix<\/p>\n The Witcher<\/a>\u00a0returns October 30 with Season 4, featuring Liam Hemsworth<\/a> taking over as Geralt from Henry Cavill<\/a>. This chapter adapts\u00a0Baptism of Fire, following Geralt and Yennefer on separate paths while Ciri falls in with a ruthless outlaw gang called \u201cThe Rats\u201d. Familiar faces from past seasons will return, and Netflix has confirmed a fifth and final season to conclude the saga.<\/p>\n No. 3<\/p>\n \n The Diplomat: Season 3<\/a> Premiere Date: October 18 on Netflix<\/p>\n Netflix\u2019s hit political drama returns this fall with Keri Russell<\/a> once again leading the way. After the jaw-dropping finale of season 2, Kate Wyler (Russell) is pulled deeper into the power struggles of Washington when she accompanies Grace Penn (Allison Janney<\/a>) back to the White House. Expect more tense negotiations, backroom deals, and moral compromises as\u00a0The Diplomat<\/a>\u00a0raises the stakes higher than ever before. The new season drops on October 18, making it a perfect binge during the upcoming month.<\/p>\n No. 4<\/p>\n \n Nobody Wants This: Season 2<\/a> Premiere Date: October 23 on Netflix<\/p>\n After the huge success of its first season,\u00a0Nobody Wants This<\/a>\u00a0returns October 23 with season 2. Joanne (Kristen Bell<\/a>) and Noah (Adam Brody<\/a>) wrestle with the fallout of Joanne\u2019s choice not to convert to Judaism, as pressure from their families and friends puts their relationship to the test.<\/p>\n No. 5<\/p>\n \n The Chair Company: Season 1<\/a> Premiere Date: October 12 on HBO Max<\/p>\n Tim Robinson brings his unique brand of absurdist, cringe comedy to HBO Max as he headlines this new series about a regular guy who is drawn into a vast conspiracy after \u201can embarrassing workplace incident.\u201d Fans familiar with his work on Detroiters<\/a>, I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson<\/a>, and this year\u2019s Friendship<\/a> can expect to see plenty of Robinson\u2019s trademark offbeat shenanigans at play.<\/p>\n Thumbnail image by \u00a9HBO<\/p>\n
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Stephen King\u2019s\u00a0IT<\/a>\u00a0terrified audiences on the big screen in 2017 and 2019, but the nightmare isn\u2019t over. HBO\u2019s\u00a0IT: Welcome to Derry<\/a>\u00a0dives back into the cursed town with a chilling prequel series that explores how Pennywise\u2019s reign of terror first began. Developed by director Andy Muschietti and producer Barbara Muschietti, alongside Jason Fuchs, the show promises to expand the lore of King\u2019s classic novel while introducing new characters doomed to confront Derry\u2019s darkest secrets. With its premiere set for October 26, this could be the spooky season\u2019s must-watch event.<\/p>\n
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