There are plenty of TV shows and movies coming to all our favourite streaming services in the coming month, including Catherine Called Birdy, The White Lotus, Derry Girls, Love is Blind and Big Mouth. Here’s what else we’re recommending on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, CBC Gem, Crave, Disney+ and Netflix Canada in October 2022.

Prime Video

Reginald the Vampire (Premieres October 6)

Imagine a world populated by beautiful, fit and vain vampires. Reginald Andres tumbles headlong into a vampire world as an unlikely hero who will have to navigate every kind of obstacle—the girl he loves but can’t be with, a bully manager at work and the vampire chieftain who wants him dead. Inspired by the Fat Vampire novels written by Johnny B. Truant, the comedy stars MCU veteran Jacob Batalon (Spider-Man: No Way Home) as Reginald Baskin.

Catherine Called Birdy (Premieres October 7)

Set in the Medieval English village of Stonebridge, Lady Catherine (known as Birdy) is the youngest child of Lord Rollo and Lady Aislinn. Her playground is Stonebridge Manor, a house that, like the family, has seen better days. Financially destitute and utterly greedy, Rollo sees his daughter as his path out of financial ruin by marrying her off to a wealthy man for money and land. But Birdy, like all the great teen heroines, is spirited, clever and adventurous – and ready to put off any suitor that comes in increasingly ingenious ways. Her imagination, defiance and deep belief in her own right to independence put her on a collision course with her parents. When the vilest suitor of all arrives, they are presented with the ultimate test of love for their daughter.

High School (Premieres October 28)

Based on iconic Canadian indie rock duo Tegan and Sara Quin's bestselling memoir, the series is directed by Clea DuVall and stars TikTok sensations and acting newcomers Railey and Seazynn Gilliland as Tegan and Sara, covering their experience searching for their own identities while growing up in the suburbs of Calgary in the 90s. Special guest stars Cobie Smulders (How I Met Your Mother) and Kyle Bornheimer (Brooklyn Nine-Nine) play the twins’ parents, Simone and Patrick.

Apple TV+

Shantaram (Premieres October 14)

Based on the international bestselling novel by Gregory David Roberts, Shantaram follows a fugitive named Lin Ford (Charlie Hunnam) looking to get lost in vibrant and chaotic 1980s Bombay. Alone in an unfamiliar city, Lin struggles to avoid the trouble he’s running from in this new place. After falling for an enigmatic and intriguing woman named Karla, Lin must choose between freedom or love and the complications that come with it.

Acapulco, Season 2 (Premieres October 21)

Starring Eugenio Derbez, Acapulco is a bilingual comedy series that tells the story of twenty-something Máximo Gallardo (Enrique Arrizon), whose dream comes true when he gets the job of a lifetime as a cabana boy at the hottest resort in Acapulco. Season two picks up right on the heels of season one, in 1985, Máximo must contend with upheaval at the resort, unexpected problems at home and a new love interest who just might rival the girl of his dreams. Under Don Pablo’s guidance, he sets his eyes on one day running the entire Las Colinas operation by becoming the right-hand man of Diane. Meanwhile, in present day, older Máximo (Derbez) returns to Acapulco to make peace with the recent passing of Don Pablo, where he is forced to confront some unfinished business young Máximo left behind.

Raymond & Ray (Premieres October 21)

Raymond & Ray follows half-brothers Raymond and Ray, who have lived in the shadow of a terrible father. Somehow, they still each have a sense of humour, and his funeral is a chance for them to reinvent themselves. There’s anger, there’s pain, there’s folly, there might be love, and there’s definitely gravedigging. Starring Ethan Hawke, Ewan McGregor, Maribel Verdú and Sophie Okonedo. Written & directed by Rodrigo Garcia. Produced by Alfonso Cuarón, Bonnie Curtis & Julie Lynn.

Trixie Franklin (Helen George) in a still from *Call the Midwife*, season 10. (Image: PBS)

CBC Gem

In Full Voice (Premieres October 1)

Muslim women are disconcerting, intriguing, polarizing—and straitjacketed by conflations of ideas in front-page stories. While the media tend to portray them as submissive and silenced, filmmaker Saïda Ouchaou-Ozarowski has chosen to distance herself from that caricature, with which she does not identify. She sat down with six Muslim Canadian women eager to talk about what shapes their identities. The resulting documentary, In Full Voice, offers an intimate perspective on the journey of these women, who have a common desire to share their visions of Islam.

In My Skin, Season 2 (Premieres October 1)

The remarkable and ground-breaking comedy-drama returns, delivering a raw and starkly funny portrayal of adolescence today. Bethan’s mother, Trina (Jo Hartley, Eddie the Eagle), suffers from bi-polar disorder. Bethan’s (Gabrielle Creevy) life remains a struggle to keep her mother safe and away from her violent father. She continues to hide the reality of her home life away from her school friends. In her last year of school, and with her mum well again, Bethan finally finds herself free to experience the joys of teenage life, including falling in love with new girl Cam. But Bethan is once again forced to choose between protecting her mum or pursuing her own chance at happiness. Based on writer Kayleigh Llewellyn's own inspirational story, the show holds a mirror up to life in contemporary Wales.

We Are Black And British (Premieres October 1)

Six Black Britons from different backgrounds and viewpoints come together under one roof at a time when race and racism in the U.K. have sparked a nationwide discussion about what needs to change.

Call the Midwife, Season 10 (Premieres October 3)

It’s 1966, and it’s a testing time for the midwives. But there’s excitement, too, as the women’s rights movement intensifies. With Trixie’s (Helen George) help, Sister Julienne (Jenny Agutter) is determined to steer Nonnatus House out of its financial quandary. Dr. Turner (Stephen McGann) deals with an array of difficult cases including a former soldier involved in nuclear test explosions. Sister Monica Joan (Judy Parfitt) experiences a crisis of faith and Sister Frances (Ella Bruccoleri) realizes she needs to be a little less spiritual if she’s to really connect with the local women. The Season 10 Anniversary Special will air October 28.

White Elephant (Premieres October 21)

Set in 1996, in a majority-minority suburb of Toronto, 16-year-old Pooja (Zaarin Bushra) finds herself torn between her crush on a white boy, and her Brown friends. Her pursuit takes a violent turn, making her quest for love, a question of self-love. Winner of Outstanding Feature Film at the 2020 ReelWorld Film Festival.

Blood Quantum (Premieres October 21)

The dead are coming back to life outside the isolated Mi'kmaq reserve of Red Crow, except for its Indigenous inhabitants who are strangely immune to the zombie plague.

F. Murray Abraham, Michael Imperioli, and Adam DiMarco in *The White Lotus*. (Image: Crave)

Crave Canada

Prince Andrew: Banished (Premieres October 5)

This documentary unpacks the tumultuous story of how Prince Andrew, Duke of York—formerly regarded as the attractive, beloved son of Queen Elizabeth II and decorated naval officer—whose behavior antics throughout his career as a Royal brought scandal and disgrace to the 1200-year legacy of the British Royal Family. Through new interviews with palace insiders, journalists, members of Andrew's social circle, and the legal team that brought the allegations to light, the documentary takes a deep dive into the world of privilege, jealousy, desire, and greed that pushed Andrew; first, into the orbit of notorious sex offenders Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, and then into a sordid sex trafficking scandal that threatens to bring down the House of Windsor.

Let The Right One In (Premieres October 7)

Inspired by the original Swedish novel and film of the same name, Let The Right One In centres on Mark (Demián Bichir) and his daughter Eleanor (Madison Taylor Baez), whose lives were changed 10 years earlier when she was turned into a vampire. Locked in at age 12, perhaps forever, Eleanor lives a closed-in life, able to go out only at night, while her father does his best to provide her with the human blood she needs to stay alive.

Avenue 5 (Premieres October 10)

This comedy series is set 40 years in the future, when travelling the solar system is no longer the stuff of sci-fi fantasy, but a booming, multibillion-dollar business. While manning a luxury spacecraft owned by Herman Judd (Josh Gad), Captain Ryan Clark (Hugh Laurie) finds himself in over his head, when the ship is thrown disastrously off-course, turning what was meant to be an eight-week cruise into an eight-year journey. Picking up five months after failing to reroute the vessel, season two follows the crew, including fiery engineer Billie (Lenora Crichlow); unpredictable head of customer relations Matt (Zach Woods); and faithful right-hand Iris (Suzy Nakamura), as they struggle to lead, calm, control, and, if need be, hide from increasingly unruly passengers. On earth, they’re lauded as heroes, and in space, everyone can hear them scream.

38 At The Garden (Premieres October 11)

This HBO documentary chronicles the extraordinary ascendance of point guard and former Toronto Raptor Jeremy Lin during his landmark 2012 season with the New York Knicks. Lin, an undrafted Harvard graduate, shocked fans, stunned his teammates and galvanized the Asian American community when he scored 38 points at Madison Square Garden against the Los Angeles Lakers, solidifying Lin’s hot streak and the “Linsanity” craze. A decade later, Lin’s stature as a groundbreaking, cultural icon stands in stark relief to the recent hate crimes against the Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) community.

The Vow, Part 2 (Premieres October 17)

Set against the backdrop of the federal trial of The United States against Keith Raniere, the second instalment of HBO’s documentary series The Vow offers an exclusive view into Raniere's innermost circle, including NXIVM co-founder Nancy Salzman. Over six new episodes, the series follows the legal and emotional journeys of the group's founders, supporters, and defectors as new evidence and stunning revelations come to light, while federal prosecutors and defense attorneys battle with opposing views of justice in a case caught in the national spotlight.

Buffy Sainte-Marie: Carry It On (Premieres October 21)

Described by The Globe and Mail’s Brad Wheeler as “ahead of her time,” this documentary explores the life and career of Buffy Sainte-Marie, one of Canada’s most-respected Indigenous leaders, an innovator of music, and an activist, who has left an indelible mark on the world. Through exclusive access, rare archives, insightful interviews—and great music—the 90-minute documentary celebrates Buffy’s extraordinary achievements, dispels myths, sets the record straight, and illustrates that in a time of chaos and division, audiences have never needed Buffy, more than they do now.

The White Lotus, Season 2 (Premieres October 30)

HBO’s Emmy®-award winning series, The White Lotus, from creator Mike White (Enlightened), returns for a second instalment of vacation-based social satire. This season is set in an exclusive Scilian resort and follows the exploits of various new guests and employees over the span of a week. The cast includes returning star, and Emmy® -award winner for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie, Jennifer Coolidge for her portrayal of Tanya McQuoid; along with F. Murray Abraham, Adam DiMarco, Michael Imperioli, Theo James, Aubrey Plaza, Tom Hollander, and more.

Gael Garcia Bernal in *Werewolf By Night*. (Image: Marvel)

Disney+ Canada

Werewolf By Night (Premieres October 7)

This TV special follows a lycanthrope superhero who fights evil using the abilities given to him by a curse brought on by his bloodline.

Big Shot, Season 2 (Premieres October 10)

This season, Marvyn Korn (John Stamos) returns to Westbrook with a new fire, ready to show that his girls basketball team belongs in D-2 and that he’s still the championship-winning, powerhouse coach he was in the NCAA. Marvyn’s latest plan toward relevance is to get his team broadcast on ESPN, and his method is to recruit an unlikely player: Ava (Sara Echeagaray), a gutsy beach volleyball phenom whose public tantrum got her ousted from her own sport. Between losing their assistant coach Holly Barrett (Jessalyn Gilsig) to a rival school, new friction amongst teammates, a sudden and unexpected proximity to boys, and off-the-court disasters that no one could’ve predicted, this season, the Westbrook Sirens have even more to prove.

Charlize Theron and Kerry Washington in *The School for Good and Evil.* (Image: Netflix)

Netflix Canada

Hasan Minhaj: The King’s Jester (Premieres October 4)

Filmed at the historic Brooklyn Academy of Music, Hasan Minhaj returns to Netflix with his second stand-up comedy special Hasan Minhaj: The King’s Jester. In this hilarious performance, Hasan shares his thoughts on fertility, fatherhood, and freedom of speech.

Bling Empire, Season 3 (Premieres October 5)

Unfinished business and big opportunities stir up tension in the group, but nothing will stop them from living their flashiest and most fabulous lives.

Derry Girls, Season 3 (Premieres October 7)

As Northern Ireland takes a big step into the future, so do our girls — but not without hitting a few messy stumbling blocks along the way.

Luckiest Girl Alive (Premieres October 7)

A writer's perfectly crafted New York City life starts to unravel when a true-crime documentary forces her to confront her harrowing high school history.

The Midnight Club (Premieres October 7)

Inside a hospice for terminally ill teens, members of an exclusive club make a chilling pact: The first to die must send a sign from beyond the grave.

The Curse of Bridge Hollow (Premieres October 14)

A father (Marlon Wayans) and his teenage daughter (Priah Ferguson) are forced to team up and save their town after an ancient and mischievous spirit causes Halloween decorations to come to life and wreak havoc.

Unsolved Mysteries, Volume 3 (Premieres October 18)

The iconic and gripping series returns with a three-week event featuring more unexplained deaths, baffling disappearances, and bizarre paranormal activity. Unsolved Mysteries Vol 3 is from the creators of the original docuseries, Cosgrove/Meurer Productions, and 21 Laps Entertainment, the producers of Stranger Things.

Love Is Blind, Season 3 (Premieres October 19)

After courting through the walls of private pods, men and women put the power of blind love to the test in this fan-approved reality whirlwind hosted by Nick and Vanessa Lachey.

The School for Good and Evil (Premieres October 19)

Best friends Sophie and Agatha find their bond put to the test when they're whisked away to a magical school for future fairy-tale heroes and villains.

Descendant (Premieres October 21)

Descendants of the enslaved Africans on an illegal ship that arrived in Alabama in 1860 seek justice and healing when the craft's remains are discovered.

Guillermo del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities (Premieres October 25)

Bizarre nightmares unfold in eight tales of terror in this visually stunning, spine-tingling horror collection curated by Guillermo del Toro.

Big Mouth, Season 6 (Premieres October 28)

Season six of Big Mouth, the fan beloved, critically-acclaimed and Emmy-winning adult animated comedy about the glorious nightmare that is puberty, is back. Inspired by Kroll and Andrew Goldberg’s childhood, it follows a group of friends and their hormone monsters as they navigate adolescence, human sexuality, and coming of age. Season six focuses on the theme of family as the beloved characters continue each of their journeys, discovering that while you can’t always pick your family, you can surround yourself with those that love you for who you are. The series is co-created and executive produced by Nick Kroll, Andrew Goldberg, Jennifer Flackett and Mark Levin.

Wendell & Wild (Premieres October 28)

From the delightfully wicked minds of Henry Selick and producer Jordan Peele, comes Wendell & Wild, an animated tale about scheming demon brothers Wendell (Keegan-Michael Key) and Wild (Peele), who enlist the aid of Kat Elliot—a tough teen with a load of guilt—to summon them to the Land of the Living. But what Kat demands in return leads to a brilliantly bizarre and comedic adventure like no other, an animated fantasy that defies the law of life and death, all told through the handmade artistry of stop motion.

Watch List: 34 Shows and Movies to Stream in October 2022

By Stacy Lee Kong