What to watch tonight: 61 new shows and movies just added to Netflix, HBO Max, Hulu and more (Oct. 2)

When it comes to deciding what to watch, it can get overwhelming. Fast. There are so many options out there. Even if you keep it to just the best streaming services, there are dozens of new shows and movies added every day. Lucky for you, it’s my job to know exactly what’s out there. So I’ve compiled a TV guide on what to watch tonight.

I’ve gone through everything from Netflix, HBO Max, Hulu etc to see what’s recently landed. I’ve even added some movies you can you stream for free on some of the best free streaming services like Tubi, along with new movies released on streaming (PVOD).

So let’s dive into it. Here are all the new shows and movies (and live events) you can stream tonight (October 2), and where to watch them. For more picks, check out the five best new to Netflix movies and shows to stream this week.

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Top picks to stream tonight‘Tyler Perry’s Doing Life’ (2026) (Netflix)

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Genre: Romantic drama movie

What it’s about: “Tyler Perry’s Doing Life” follows Anika (Naomi Baker), a single mother and former prison officer, who reconnects with Carousel (Jay Reeves), a reformed ex-convict who once saved her during a prison riot. As the pair develop an unexpected relationship, they face resistance from those around them while trying to build a new life together.

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Why you should watch it: This film is worth watching for its emotional performances, particularly from Naomi Baker and Jay Reeves. Tyler Perry writes and directs, while the supporting cast adds plenty of familiar faces. If you enjoy heartfelt Netflix dramas with romance, emotional stakes and an uplifting tone, this looks like an easy weekend watch.

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‘Evil Dead Burn’ (2026) (HBO Max)

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Genre: Horror movie

What it’s about: Alice (Souheila Yacoub) is a grieving widow who travels to her in-laws’ secluded home after her husband’s death. But the family reunion takes a horrifying turn when demonic forces possess them one by one, transforming the house into a blood-soaked fight for survival against an increasingly terrifying Deadite threat.

Why you should watch it: If you’re after horror that goes all-in on blood, gore and nasty practical effects, “Evil Dead Burn” should be on your Halloween watchlist. Sébastien Vaniček delivers several inventive, wince-inducing set pieces, while Souheila Yacoub leads a committed cast. It’s a particularly brutal entry for fans who like their horror seriously gruesome.

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‘Coven Academy’ (series premiere) (Hulu)

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Genre: Supernatural teen drama series

What it’s about: Three teenage witches and their warlock classmates are at an elite magic boarding school in New Orleans. As they learn to control their powers, the students become caught up in ancient supernatural conflicts, dangerous secrets and forbidden romances, forcing them to protect their city while navigating the challenges of growing up.

Why you should watch it: “Coven Academy” offers a fast-paced supernatural mystery with witches, vampires, romance and plenty of secrets. Its short, bingeable chapters make it easy to fly through, while the New Orleans setting gives the series a suitably spooky atmosphere. Fans of “Wednesday,” “Charmed” and “The Vampire Diaries” may find plenty to enjoy.

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Your streaming guide: Friday, Oct 2

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