Horror Movies releasing in October 2025

October Theatrical Releases 

As of early October 2025, several horror and thriller films are scheduled for theatrical release during the month. New wide releases include Black Phone 2, Frankenstein, and Shelby Oaks. Theaters may also feature special screenings of classic horror movies for Halloween. 

Major wide releases

Coyotes: (October 3)

Black Phone 2: A follow-up to the 2022 supernatural thriller. Set years after the events of the first film, the story focuses on a now-17-year-old Finn as his sister begins receiving calls from the black phone and experiences unsettling visions.

Release Date: October 17, 2025

Frankenstein: Directed by Guillermo del Toro, this film stars Jacob Elordi as Frankenstein's monster and Oscar Isaac as Dr. Frankenstein in a new take on the classic story.

Release Date: October 17, 2025

Shelby Oaks: A horror film about a paranormal investigator who disappears after investigating a case. Her sister discovers a series of disturbing videotapes and becomes obsessed with the case.

Release Date: October 24, 2025

Bone Lake: A couple's vacation to a secluded mansion takes a dark turn when they are forced to share the house with a mysterious other couple.

Release Date: October 3, 2025

Good Boy: This PG-13 horror film follows a dog who discovers supernatural forces lurking in his new rural home and must protect his owner.

Release Date: October 3, 2025

The One: A psychological thriller that follows a contestant on a reality dating show who discovers the game has become terrifyingly real.

Release Date: October 2025 

Limited releases and special screenings

Halloween (1978): The classic slasher film starring Jamie Lee Curtis will be featured in special screenings on Halloween night.

Psycho (1960): Alfred Hitchcock's iconic horror film is being screened in select locations.

Shaun of the Dead: A screening of the 2004 zombie-comedy is planned in some theaters.

Little Shop of Horrors (1986): The horror-comedy musical starring Rick Moranis will have special screenings.

The Thing (1982): Screenings of the science fiction horror film are being held at specialty cinemas. 

Other releases

Trick 'r Treat: Screenings of the cult classic Halloween anthology film will take place mid-month.

Vincent Must Die: This French film will debut theatrically on Halloween. 

Other October Releases 

V/H/S/Halloween: (October 3) - Available on Shudder

Vicious: (October 10) - Available on digital platforms and Paramount+

Hell House LLC: Lineage: (October 30) - Available on Shudder

Coming Soon Streaming movies and shows in Occtober 2025

 Here are some Links for Streaming movies and shows coming this month

https://www.tvguide.com/news/new-tubi-movies-and-shows-in-october-2025/

https://www.rottentomatoes.com/browse/movies_coming_soon/

Games releasing in October 2025

 Ghost of Yotei - October 2 - (PS5)

Castle of Heart: Retold - October 3 - (PS5, Switch, Switch 2, Xbox, PC)

Digimon Story: Time Stranger - October 3 - (PS5, Xbox, PC)

Captured - October 7 - (Xbox)

King of Meat - October 7 - (PS5, Xbox, PC)

Bye Sweet Carole - October 9 - (PS5, Xbox, Switch 2, PC)

Battlefield 6 - October 10 - (PS5, Xbox, PC)

Disgaea 7 Complete - October 10 - (Switch 2)

Dreams of Another - October 10 - (PS5, PC)

Little Nightmares 3 - October 10 - (PS5, Switch, Switch 2, Xbox, PC)

Little Nightmares: Enhanced Edition - October 10 - (PS5, Switch 2, Xbox, PC)

Snoopy & The Great Mystery Club - October 10 - (PS5, Switch, Xbox, PC)

Ys vs. Trails in the Sky: Alternative Saga - October 10 - (PS5, PS4, Switch, PC)

Just Dance 2026 Edition - October 14 - (PS5, Switch, Switch 2, Xbox, PC)

Ball X Pit - October 15 - (Xbox, Switch 2, PC)

Pokemon Legends: Z-A - October 16 - (Switch, Switch 2)

Kaku: Ancient Seal - October 17 - (PS5, Xbox)

Keeper - October 17 - (Xbox, PC)

Jurassic World Evolution 3 - October 21 - (PS5, Xbox, PC)

Isopod: A Webbed Spin-off - October 21 - (PC)

Ninja Gaiden 4 - October 21 - (PS5, Xbox, PC)

Painkiller - October 21 - (PS5, Xbox, PC)

Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 - October 21 - (PS5, Xbox, PC)

Away From Home - October 22 - (PC)

Modulus - October 22 - (PC)

World in the Abyss - October 22 - (PC)

Becastled - October 23 - (PS5, Xbox, Switch, PC)

Bounty Star - October 23 - (PS5, Xbox, PC)

Double Dragon Revive - October 23 - (PS5, Switch, Xbox, PC)

Full Metal Schoolgirl - October 23 - (Switch 2, PC)

Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault - October 23 - (PC)

Persona 3 Reload - October 23 - (Switch 2)

Plants vs. Zombies Replanted - October 23 - (PS5, Xbox, Switch, Switch 2, PC)

Dora: Rainforest Rescue - October 24 - (PS5, Xbox, Switch, PC)

Hot Wheels Let's Race: Ultimate Speed - October 24 - (PS5, Switch, Xbox)

Once Upon a Katamari - October 24 - (PS5, Switch, Xbox, PC)

The Outer Worlds 2 - October 29 (PS5, Xbox, PC)

Arc Raiders - October 30 - (PS5, Xbox, PC)

Asterix & Obelix - Mission Babylon - October 30 - (PS5, PC)

Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD - 2D Remake - October 30 - (PS5, Switch, Switch 2, Xbox, PC)

Mina the Hollower - October 31 - (PS5, Switch, Xbox, PC)

Tales of Xillia Remastered - October 31 - (PS5, Switch, Xbox, PC)

Convention List in October in Texas 2025

 Anime Fiesta 2025 October 3-5, 2025 McAllen Convention Center

McAllen, TX

Military HeroCon 2025 October 3-5, 2025 JBSA Randolph Main Exchange

Universal City, TX

TerrorFest 2025 October 4, 2025 B-52 Brewing Co.

Conroe, TX

Anime Sekai 2025 October 4-5, 2025 Abilene Convention Center

Abilene, TX

Bedrock City Con 2025 October 4-5, 2025 Stafford Centre

Houston, TX

Dallas Fan Festival 2025 October 4-5, 2025 Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas

Irving, TX

Fayetteville Brick Convention 2025 October 4-5, 2025 Simmons Bank Pavilion at Dickies Arena

Fort Worth, TX

Battle Barge 2025 October 5-11, 2025 Royal Caribbean Harmony of the Seas

Departing from Galveston, TX

Alamo City Furry Invasion 2025 October 9-12, 2025 Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center

San Marcos, TX

Oni-Con 2025 October 10-12, 2025 Galveston Island Convention Center at The San Luis Resort

Galveston, TX

Beaumont Comic Con 2025 October 17-19, 2025 Ford Arena

Beaumont, TX

Big Texas Comicon 2025 October 17-19, 2025 Henry B. González Convention Center

San Antonio, TX

Pony Friends Forever 2025 October 17-19, 2025 Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio North Stone Oak

San Antonio, TX

SCG Con Orlando 2025 October 17-19, 2025 NRG Center

Houston, TX

Inferno Fest USA 2025 October 18, 2025 Denton Civic Center

Denton, TX

Retro Planet 2025 Cancelled October 18-19, 2025 Fort Bend County Epicenter

Rosenberg, TX

Spacecon San Antonio 2025 October 24-26, 2025 Freeman Expo Hall

San Antonio, TX

TsumiCon Texas 2025 October 24-26, 2025 Houston Marriott Westchase

Houston, TX

Collect-A-Con Houston 2025 October 25-26, 2025

National October Foods, Coffees, and desserts

 October 1st International Coffee Day  

 Caramel  Pumpkin Spice  Cold Brew 

What This Is

This is cold coffee. We make it sweet. We use real pumpkin. We add warm spices. We swirl in caramel. It tastes like your favorite pie. But drinkable. And caffeinated. Important.

Ingredients

• 1 cup strong brewed coffee (cold)
• 1/4 cup milk (any kind works)
• 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree (plain, not pie filling)
• 1 tablespoon caramel sauce (plus extra for glass)
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or simple syrup)
• 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• Ice cubes (lots)
• Whipped cream (optional, but recommended)
• Extra pumpkin pie spice (for topping, optional

Instructions

Brew Coffee Strong: Make coffee first. Use your normal method. Make it strong. Use 1.5 times your usual grounds. Cool it completely. Put it in the fridge. Use cold brew concentrate if you have it.

Mix Pumpkin Goodness: Find a small jar. Or a glass. Add pumpkin puree. Add caramel sauce. Add maple syrup. Add pumpkin pie spice. Close the jar tight. Shake hard. No jar? Stir very well. Mix until smooth. No lumps.

Prepare Your Glass: Take your drinking glass. Drizzle caramel inside. Swirl it around. Make sticky lines. Looks pretty. Holds flavor.

Build the Drink: Fill the caramel glass with ice. Pour the cold coffee over the ice. Leave space at the top. Pour the pumpkin mixture over the coffee. Stir gently. Mix the layers.

Add Milk: Pour milk over the top. It will swirl nicely.

Top It Off: Add whipped cream. Be generous. Drizzle more caramel sauce on the cream. Sprinkle a pinch of pumpkin pie spice. Looks professional. Tastes amazing.

Drink Immediately: Insert straw. Sip. Enjoy your pumpkin spice victory. Avoid sharing. Hide from candle neighbor.

Pro Tips

Coffee Choice: Dark roast works best. It fights the sweetness. Cold brew concentrate gives smooth taste.

Pumpkin Puree: Must use plain puree. Pie filling tastes wrong. Has sugar and spices already.

Sweetness Level: Adjust maple syrup. Start with 1 tablespoon. Add more later if needed. Taste the mix first.

Milk Swap: Heavy cream makes it richer. Almond milk keeps it lighter. Oat milk adds sweetness.

No Clumps: Shake the pumpkin mix hard. Or whisk it well. Lumpy coffee feels sad. Don’t be sad.

Make Ahead: Mix pumpkin syrup (steps 1 & 2) in a jar. Keep it in the fridge. Up to 3 days. Shake well before using

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Low Carb pumpkin Spice Latte:

Low-carb milk options: Choose from these alternatives

Unsweetened almond milk

Coconut milk

Heavy cream

Macadamia nut milk

When selecting low-carb milk options, focus on products with minimal sugar content. Unsweetened almond milk typically contains only 1-2 grams of carbohydrates per cup, making it an excellent choice for your sugar-free PSL.

Essential sugar-free PSL ingredients:

Pumpkin puree (100% pure)

Sugar-free sweeteners:

Stevia

Erythritol

Monk fruit extract

Espresso or strong coffee

Pumpkin pie spice blend

For optimal flavor and nutrition, use fresh, high-quality ingredients. The combination of these carefully selected components will ensure a rich, satisfying pumpkin spice latte without unnecessary carbohydrates.

Ingredients and Instructions

Ingredients for Your Sugar-Free Pumpkin Spice Latte

1 cup brewed strong coffee or espresso

1/4 cup heavy cream or unsweetened almond milk

2 tablespoons pumpkin puree

1-2 tablespoons sugar-free sweetener (monk fruit or stevia)

1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparing this low-carb PSL recipe requires just a few simple steps to achieve coffee shop-quality flavor at home.

Step-by-Step Preparation

Brew your strong coffee or espresso

In a small saucepan, whisk together pumpkin puree, cream, sweetener, and spices

Heat the mixture on low, stirring constantly until warm

Pour the coffee into a mug

Add the warm pumpkin spice mixture

Stir well and top with a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice

This sugar-free pumpkin spice latte instructions ensure you’ll get a creamy, flavorful drink with minimal carbs. The entire preparation takes less than 10 minutes, making it a quick and delightful morning treat.

National Taco Day is October 4th

So here is a low carb Crunchwrap 

Ingredients

Butter: Brings richness and helps create an ultra-silky cheese sauce base.

Cream Cheese: Adds creaminess and heft, making the cheese sauce luxuriously smooth.

Heavy Whipping Cream: Lends thickness and a decadent texture to the cheese sauce. ( pour to desired thickness)

Shredded Cheddar Cheese: The star of both the sauce and the topping, giving bold flavor and gooey meltiness.

Large Low-Carb Tortillas: These create the classic crunchwrap “fold”—choose tortillas pliable enough to wrap without breaking.

Small Street-Taco Size Low-Carb Tortillas: Perfectly sized for the crispy interior crunch layer.

Olive Oil: Gives your tortillas that crave-worthy golden, crispy finish in the pan.

Ground Beef: Provides a hearty, meaty filling and classic crunchwrap flavor.

Taco Seasoning: Packs a punch of Tex-Mex flavor into every single bite.

Sour Cream: Adds a refreshing tang and creaminess to balance richer elements.

Shredded Lettuce: Brings freshness and crunch, keeping each bite light.

Tomato: Juicy little pops of sweetness that make the flavors sing.

Additional Shredded Cheddar Cheese: For that irresistible cheesy pull and a finishing touch!

How to Make Keto Crunchwraps Recipe

Step 1: Prepare the Cheese Sauce

Start your Keto Crunchwraps Recipe adventure by focusing on that dreamy cheese sauce. In a food processor, combine butter, softened cream cheese, and heavy whipping cream, then blend until smooth. This creates a silky base that melts perfectly in the pan. Transfer the mixture to a saucepan over medium heat, and gently stir until bubbly and luscious. Next, sprinkle in shredded cheddar cheese and stir until everything melds into a gloriously creamy sauce. Set aside—trust me, this sauce is what takes your crunchwrap to the next level of comfort.

Step 2: Cook the Ground Beef

Now, add depth of savory flavor by browning your ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat. As it cooks, break it up with a wooden spoon so you get those beautiful crumbles. Once the meat is no longer pink, drain off any excess fat to keep things from getting soggy. Toss in the taco seasoning and sauté for a couple of minutes—your kitchen will be instantly filled with irresistible aromas!

Step 3: Crisp Up the Small Tortillas

Let’s get that essential “crunch” element going! Heat about a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add your small street-taco size low-carb tortillas one at a time, toasting each side until they’re golden and crispy. These little rounds are the secret to that signature layers-of-texture bite inside your Keto Crunchwraps Recipe.

Step 4: Assemble the Crunchwraps

Lay out a large low-carb tortilla on a clean surface—it’s assembly time! Pile on a generous scoop of seasoned beef, then drizzle with your rich cheese sauce. Gently press a crispy small tortilla over the top, then layer with a dollop of sour cream, a handful of fresh shredded lettuce, chopped tomato, and a final sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese. Fold the edges of the large tortilla up and over the filling, pleating tightly to form that iconic hexagonal crunchwrap shape.

Step 5: Toast and Seal

To finish, heat a clean skillet with the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Place your assembled crunchwrap seam-side down, using a spatula to gently press and seal the edges. Cook each side until delectably golden and crisp—about 2 to 3 minutes per side. When you lift them from the pan, you’ll hear the subtle crackle that tells you the magic is about to begin!

I am pretty Sure you all know how to make a regular taco but for our non low carbers here is an option to try

Crispy Baked Beef Tacos

Crispy Ground Beef Tacos

These Crispy Ground Beef Tacos are an easy weeknight win. They only take 35 minutes to make, and everyone will love dipping them in salsa, queso, or guacamole!

Cook Time: 35minutes minutes Total Time: 35 minutes  Servings: 10 tacos

Ingredients

 

▢1 pound lean ground beef 90%

▢1 packet of taco seasoning

▢¾ cup red enchilada sauce

▢2 ½ cups Oaxaca cheese or Mexican cheese or Monterey Jack

▢10 corn tortillas

▢1 tbs olive oil

See it. Make it. Eat it!

Crispy Beef Tacos

Instructions 

Preheat oven to 450F.

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks. Stir in the taco seasoning and enchilada sauce. Bring to a simmer, then remove from heat.

Wrap tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30-60 seconds until pliable.

Brush one side of each tortilla with olive oil. Place the tortilla on a baking sheet, oiled side down. Add 2 tablespoons of cheese to half of the tortilla, top with ¼ cup of beef, then add 2 more tablespoons of cheese. Fold the tortilla over the filling.

Repeat with the remaining tortillas and range the tacos in a single layer on your baking sheet.

Bake for 16 minutes, or until tortillas are crispy and cheese is melted. Let tacos cool for 3 minutes before serving.

Notes

Warm Tortillas: Make sure tortillas are warm before folding. If they crack or won't stay folded, secure them with a toothpick.

Best Pan Choice: Bake directly on a nonstick or ceramic sheet pan. Avoid foil, as the tortillas may stick to it.

NOw for a dessert this month

National Pumpkin Day on October 26th

Low carb Pumpkin Gooey Cake

Prep Time 10 minutes mins Cook Time 30 minutes mins Total Time 40 minutes mins Servings 12

Calories

293.9

Ingredients

 4 oz salted butter softened (not melted)

4 oz cream cheese softened

1/2 cup pumpkin puree

1/2 cup Joy Filled Eats Sweetener (or see alternatives in recipe notes)

2 eggs

1 tsp vanilla

2.5 cups almond flour

1/4 cup powdered sweetener

1 tbsp baking powder

1 tsp pumpkin spice

Topping:

4 oz salted butter melted

1/4 cup powdered sweetener

1/4 tsp pumpkin spice

Instructions

 

Preheat oven to 350. Grease a 9x13 pan.

Cream together the butter, cream cheese, pumpkin puree, and sweetener with an electric mixer.

Add in the eggs and vanilla and mix. Add in the rest of the dough ingredients and mix until incorporated.

Spread in the prepared baking dish.

Drizzle the melted butter over the cake and sprinkle with the powdered sweetener and 1/4 tsp pumpkin spice.

Bake for 30-32 minutes until the cake is barely golden and no longer look wet on top. Do not over bake or you will lose the gooey butter cake texture.

Store at room temperature for 2-3 days. For longer storage, the cake can go in the refrigerator but pieces need to be warmed before serving for the right texture.

Notes

Nutrition: this recipe has 12 large servings. Each serving has 4.8 NET carbs.

To‌ ‌Reheat:‌ ‌warm on a microwave-safe plate for 10-15 seconds at a time. Check and heat a little longer if needed. 

To‌ ‌Freeze:‌ ‌‌wrap and freeze for up to 6 months. Make sure it’s airtight. 

Notes on Sweeteners:

This particular cake needs both a granular sweetener AND a 1:1 powdered sweetener.

Now for non low carbers

Pumpkin Dump Cake

Prep Time

15minutes mins Cook Time 1hour hr Cooling Time 15minutes mins Total Time 1hour hr 30minutes mins Servings: 12 slices Course: Desserts Cuisine: American Calories: 250

Ingredients

  For the Pumpkin Mixture

1 can Canned Pumpkin Can substitute with pumpkin pie filling for added spices.

1 cup Evaporated Milk No direct substitute recommended.

3 large Eggs For vegan option, use flax eggs.

1 cup Sugar Mix of white and brown sugar is recommended.

1 tbsp Pumpkin Pie Spice Can use a homemade blend if desired.

For the Cake Layer

1 box Cake Mix Yellow or spice cake mix recommended.

1/2 cup Butter Melted butter for drizzling over cake mix.

Equipment

Oven

Mixing Bowl

9x13-inch baking dish

 Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Pumpkin Dump Cake

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the canned pumpkin, evaporated milk, sugar, eggs, and pumpkin pie spice until smooth.

Pour the pumpkin mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.

Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the pumpkin layer without mixing.

Melt your butter and drizzle it generously over the cake mix.

Place the baking dish in your preheated oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes.

Allow the cake to cool for at least 15 minutes before serving warm.

Haunted Attractions this October 2025 Texas

 Statewide and large-scale attractions

Fright Fest at Six Flags

Six Flags Over Texas (Arlington): In 2024, Fright Fest at this park featured haunted houses and scare zones based on popular horror properties like Stranger Things, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, and SAW. The event typically runs from September to early November.

Six Flags Fiesta Texas (San Antonio): This park also hosts a major Fright Fest event with multiple haunted houses and scare zones. In 2024, it debuted two new haunts and featured award-winning live entertainment.

Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld (San Antonio): This large Halloween event offers several haunted houses and scare zones. It's often promoted as Texas's biggest Halloween haunted attraction event. 

North Texas (Dallas-Fort Worth)

Cutting Edge Haunted House (Fort Worth): A Guinness World Record holder for the "World's Longest Walk-Through Horror House". Located in a 100-year-old abandoned meat-packing plant, this multi-story haunted house is considered a must-see in the state.

Dark Hour Haunted House (Plano): An elaborate and highly theatrical haunted house attraction with a deep, witch-themed storyline. It features detailed sets and a large cast of characters.

Junkyard Haunted House (Dallas and Fort Worth): A unique haunted experience constructed by JunkGuysDFW, a family business that builds a new haunted house each year from locally sourced materials. It often includes both indoor and outdoor elements.

The Parker House Haunted Attraction (Denton): A traditional walk-through haunted house offering a mix of fun and scares. 

Central Texas (Austin and vicinity)

House of Torment (Austin): One of the most famous haunted houses in the country. It offers multiple high-tech, elaborate haunted attractions at one location.

Scream Hollow Wicked Halloween Park (Smithville): An immersive Halloween event just east of Austin, featuring multiple haunted attractions and themed entertainment.

Bat City Scaregrounds (Buda): Offers multiple haunted houses and a "scaregrounds" experience. 

Southeast Texas (Houston and Galveston)

Terror Isle Adventures (Texas City): This immersive, pirate-themed haunted house near Houston and Galveston is known for its high-end sets, special effects, and intense actors.

TMOT Returns presents Dark Haven (Vidor): Located east of Houston, this attraction reopened in 2025 after a four-year hiatus. The theme involves patients taking over a haunted location. 

South Texas (Corpus Christi and Rio Grande Valley)

Fright Night Haunted House (Corpus Christi): An annual event promoted as one of Corpus Christi's scariest haunted houses.

Toluca Ranch Haunted House (Progreso Lakes): Billed as "the most Nightmarish haunted house in South Texas," this attraction is located on a location that was closed to the public for decades. 

West Texas

Nightmare on 19th Street (Lubbock): A popular West Texas haunted attraction with multiple themed haunts and events throughout October. 

Dark Hour Haunted House

13th Floor Haunted House

Creepy Hollow Haunted House

House of Torment

Screams Halloween Theme Park

and Scarbourough Hollow 

Moxley Manor Haunted House 

The Blackness Haunted House  

Examples of Real Haunted Places

Hill House

(Mineral Wells): Once a brothel and bootlegging operation, it's considered by some to be the most haunted house in Texas and offers ghost hunting tours. 

Terlingua Ghost Town

(Big Bend area): A historic ghost town with a rich past. 

Goatman's Bridge

(Copper Canyon): A well-known local legend and purportedly a haunted site.