Netflix Unveils Exciting October Lineup: From “Hijack ’93” to “Love is Blind”
This October, Netflix is rolling out a diverse range of shows and movies guaranteed to captivate audiences across multiple genres. Headlining the list is Hijack ‘93, a tense thriller that recounts the gripping story of four men who hijack a plane to demand social reform and bring down a military-backed regime. Passengers find themselves in the crossfire as the struggle for justice unfolds.
Making his Netflix debut, renowned filmmaker Clarence Peters brings Inside Life, a gritty drama set in a Lagos prison. The series follows the intersecting lives of a desperate inmate, a determined sister, and an ambitious woman, revealing the darker realities of Nigeria’s urban landscape.
For romance lovers, Love is Blind returns with its seventh season. New singles step into the pods, hoping to make meaningful connections without ever meeting face-to-face. Meanwhile, the series expands to the Arab world with Love is Blind: Habibi, hosted by celebrity couple Elham Ali and Khaled Saqr, as they guide Arab singles through this unique social experiment.
Action fans can look forward to Trouble, a thrilling adventure featuring an innocent electronics salesman battling police corruption and criminal conspiracies to clear his name. Families won’t want to miss The Bad Guys: Haunted Heist, where a notorious crew takes on a Halloween-themed challenge in a haunted mansion. Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft also makes its debut, with the fearless adventurer unearthing ancient secrets while confronting her past.
For comedy lovers, Ali Wong returns to Netflix with Ali Wong: Single Lady. Following her post-divorce journey, Wong delivers sharp insights and laughs in her new stand-up special.
Other notable October releases include Uprising, Comedy Revenge, Ancient Apocalypse: The Americas, Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance, season three of The Lincoln Lawyer, and a collection of local titles like Tòkunbọ̀, Something Like Gold, and House of Ga’a.
With such a varied lineup, Netflix ensures there’s something for everyone this October.
