Now Playing is our weekly roundup of what’s available to watch right now — new theatrical releases and streaming premieres, all in one place.
Below you’ll find this week’s lineup of films and series, along with where to watch each one. Check back every week for the latest releases.
The Beast
Where to watch: In theaters (opened October 9). The Beast opened October 9, putting Samuel L. Jackson behind the wheel of the presidential limousine. When a militia of unidentified hostiles coordinates a coup against the U.S., the president must unlock the full extent of The Beast’s classified offensive capabilities. Now showing in theaters.
Gnomes
Where to watch: Stan (premiered October 8). Gnomes premiered October 8, a comedy-horror series set in the small Australian town of Nompton. Asa Butterfield stars as police officer Arnold Kipps, who must team up with his colleagues when an ancient gnome queen awakens and turns harmless garden gnomes into a bloodthirsty horde. Now streaming on Stan.
Below
Where to watch: Netflix (premiered October 8). Below premiered October 8 on Netflix, a six-part thriller series set in a remote coastal town. Josh Hartnett, Charlie Heaton, and Mackenzie Davis star as a mysterious sea creature forces a fisherman to fight to protect his family, his community, and his way of life. Stream all six episodes on Netflix.
Compiled by the Otherworldly Culture team.
Text in this article partially by Muse AI. Minimal editing by Tim Kretschmann. The future is upon us.
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