Warner Bros. Discovery has announced the movies, TV shows, and live sports that will be available on the Max streaming service in October. The Max October 2024 lineup includes the debuts of the comedy series The Franchise, a Seth Meyers comedy special, the competition series Roller Jam, Max original films Caddo Lake and Salem’s Lot, and Warner Bros. Pictures’ Trap.
The October schedule also includes the Max documentary Louder: The Soundtrack of Change, HBO documentaries I Am Not a Monster: The Lois Riess Murders and Breath of Fire, a new season of HBO’s Somebody Somewhere, CNN original Have I Got News for You, and A24’s MaXXXine.
FEATURED PROGRAMMING
SALEM’S LOT (Max Original Film)
Debuts October 3
Author Ben Mears returns to his childhood home of Jerusalem’s Lot in search of inspiration for his next book only to discover his hometown is being preyed upon by a bloodthirsty vampire.
The cast includes Lewis Pullman (Ben Mears), Alfre Woodard (Dr. Cody), Makenzie Leigh (Susan Norton), Bill Camp (Matthew Burke), Spencer Treat Clark (Mike Ryerson), Pilou Asbæk (Straker), and John Benjamin Hickey (Father Callahan). Gary Dauberman writes, directs, and executive produces the film.
THE FRANCHISE (HBO Original Comedy Series)
The eight-episode season premieres on October 6. New episodes will debut weekly.
The series follows the crew of an unloved franchise movie fighting for their place in a savage and unruly cinematic universe. The comedy series shines a light on the secret chaos inside the world of superhero moviemaking to ask the question — how exactly does the cinematic sausage get made? Because every mess-up has an origin story.
The cast includes Himesh Patel as Daniel, Aya Cash as Anita, Jessica Hynes as Steph, Billy Magnussen as Adam, Lolly Adefope as Dag, Darren Goldstein as Pat, and Isaac Powell as Bryson. Recurring guest stars include Richard E. Grant as Peter and Daniel Brühl as Eric.
HAVE I GOT NEWS FOR YOU (CNN Original Series)
The series premieres on October 6. New episodes will debut weekly.
This series serves up a smart take on the news of the week from host Roy Wood Jr. and team captains Amber Ruffin and Michael Ian Black, who will guide guests through comic games and panels that test their knowledge of current events.
Hat Trick Productions produces the series for CNN Originals. The executive producers for the American version of Have I Got News For You are Jimmy Mulville, Richard Wilson, and Jim Biederman.
CADDO LAKE (Max Original Film)
Debuts October 10
When an eight-year-old girl mysteriously vanishes, a series of past deaths and disappearances start to link together, forever altering a broken family’s history.
The cast includes Dylan O’Brien, Eliza Scanlen, Diana Hopper, Caroline Falk, and Sam Hennings, with Eric Lange and Lauren Ambrose. The film was written and directed by Celine Held and Logan George.
ROLLER JAM (Magnolia Network | Max Original Competition Series)
The six-episode series premieres on October 10. New episodes will debut weekly.
This first-of-its-kind competition series will feature ten of America’s best roller-skating teams dancing through the decades as expert judges and pop culture icons decide which team is worthy of winning Roller Jam and $150,000.
Jordin Sparks is the host, and the judges include Johnny Weir and Terrell Ferguson. The show is executive produced by Chip and Joanna Gaines and is produced by Nikki Boella and Brian Lando.
THE CONFIDANTE (Max Original Series)
The four-episode series premieres on October 11. New episodes will debut weekly.
Inspired by true events, this psychological thriller follows Christelle “Chris” Blandin, a rock music-obsessed Parisian who, after witnessing the harrowing November 13, 2015 terrorist attacks, quickly latches onto a community of survivors. Claiming that her best friend Vincent was one of dozens critically injured at the Bataclan Theatre, Chris becomes an indispensable resource for the group, working her way into a prominent role in a survivors’ association.
Though her commitment seems relentless, discrepancies begin to pepper her story – raising serious doubts among the true victims of the tragedy. A thought-provoking four-part miniseries, The Confidante questions the very nature of truth… and the web of lies left in one woman’s wake. It is adapted from Alexandre Kauffmann’s book La Mythomane du Bataclan.
I AM NOT A MONSTER: THE LOIS RIESS MURDERS (HBO Original Two-Part Documentary)
The two parts will roll out on October 15.
In 2018, a small-town murder in Minnesota shocked a community when 56-year-old wife, mother, and grandmother Lois Riess killed her husband David and went on the run from the authorities. Years later, Lois sits down with the filmmakers, telling her story for the first time.
Lois herself attempts to explain her reprehensible actions, which reveals a disturbing family history and an addiction to gambling. The HBO documentary is an Imagine Documentaries production in association with Carr Lot Productions.
LOUDER: THE SOUNDTRACK OF CHANGE (Max Original Documentary)
Debuts October 17
“Louder: The Soundtrack of Change” is both a celebration of music and a rallying cry. Produced by Selena Gomez and Stacey Abrams, the documentary takes audiences on a journey across generations, eras, and genres, anchored by a female chorus of musical icons whose songs, voices, and activism provided inspiration for the past and current fight for equality for all. The film also serves as an empowering invitation for us to continue to lift our voices.
The featured participants include Selena Gomez, Stacey Abrams, Chaka Khan, Melissa Etheridge, Linda Ronstadt, H.E.R., Mickey Guyton, Rhiannon Giddens, Kathleen Hanna, Martha Gonzalez, Puja Patel, Suzy Exposito, Clover Hope, and J Wortham.
MAXXXINE (A24)
Debuts October 18
In 1980s Hollywood, adult film star and aspiring actress Maxine Minx finally gets her big break. But as a mysterious killer stalks the starlets of Hollywood, a trail of blood threatens to reveal her sinister past.
Written and directed by Ti West, the film stars Mia Goth, Elizabeth Debicki, Moses Sumney, Michelle Monaghan, Bobby Cannavale, Halsey, and Lily Collins, with Giancarlo Esposito and Kevin Bacon.
BREATH OF FIRE (HBO Original Documentary Series)
The four-episode series premieres on October 23. New episodes will debut weekly.
In 2013, Katie Griggs, a millennial YouTube astrologer, rose to fame as the face of Kundalini yoga, opening the RA MA Institute in Los Angeles, donning a white turban, and reinventing herself as Guru Jagat. “Breath of Fire” explores Guru Jagat’s evolution while chronicling the shocking secret history of Kundalini from its origins in the 1960s to its expansion in the United States and its presence in wellness circles today.
Based on the Vanity Fair story by Hayley Phelan, “The Second Coming of Guru Jagat,” “Breath of Fire” illuminates the culture of modern spirituality, revealing complicated themes of cultural appropriation and the dangers of self-proclaimed gurus.
TRAP (Warner Bros. Pictures)
Debuts October 25
A father and teen daughter attend a pop concert, where they realize they’re at the center of a dark and sinister event.
Written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, the film stars Josh Hartnett, Ariel Donoghue, Saleka Shyamalan, Hayley Mills, and Allison Pill.
SOMEBODY SOMEWHERE SEASON 3 (HBO Original Comedy Series)
The seven-episode season premieres on October 27. New episodes will debut weekly.
The series follows Sam (Bridget Everett), a true Kansan on the surface but, beneath it all, struggling to fit the hometown mold.
Grappling with loss and acceptance, singing is Sam’s saving grace and leads her on a journey to discover herself and a community of outsiders who don’t fit in but don’t give up, showing that finding your people, and finding your voice, is possible. Anywhere. Somewhere. In season three, we see growth against all odds.
SETH MEYERS COMEDY SPECIAL (HBO Original Comedy Special)
Debuts this October
The comedian, writer, and host of “Late Night with Seth Meyers” taped his first HBO comedy special in front of a live audience at The Vic Theatre in Chicago, Illinois.
Performed and written by Seth Meyers, the special was directed by Neal Brennan and executive produced by Seth Meyers and Mike Shoemaker (Sethmaker Shoemeyers Productions), Tim Sarkes, and John Irwin. Chelsea Alonz is the producer.
BLEACHER REPORT LIVE SPORTS IN OCTOBER
Please note this list may not be comprehensive and is subject to change. All times are in ET. Pre- and post-game programming will also be available to stream live, along with condensed replay highlights available after each game.
Daily Weekday Shows
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz, 11 a.m.
Up & Adams from FanDuel TV, 2 p.m.
MLB Postseason
TNT Sports’ exclusive coverage of the 2024 MLB Postseason — including the American League Division Series and American League Championship Series — begins Saturday, Oct. 5. Check Max listings for matchups and schedule when announced.
NHL Regular Season
Oct. 9 (Opening Week)
New York Rangers at Pittsburgh Penguins, 7:30 p.m.
Colorado Avalanche at Vegas Golden Knights, 10 p.m.
Oct. 16
Buffalo Sabres at Pittsburgh Penguins, 7 p.m.
Boston Bruins at Colorado Avalanche, 9:30 p.m.
Oct. 23
Philadelphia Flyers at Washington Capitals, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 30
Vegas Golden Knights at Los Angeles Kings, 10 p.m.
NBA Regular Season
Oct. 22 (Opening Night)
New York Knicks at Boston Celtics, 7:30 p.m.
Minnesota Timberwolves at Los Angeles Lakers, 10 p.m.
Oct. 24
San Antonio Spurs at Dallas Mavericks, 7:30 p.m.
Oklahoma City Thunder at Denver Nuggets, 10 p.m.
Oct. 29
Dallas Mavericks at Minnesota Timberwolves, 7:30 p.m.
New Orleans Pelicans at Golden State Warriors, 10 p.m.
Mountain West College Football
Oct. 5
Nevada at San Jose St., 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 12
San Jose St. at Colorado St., 3:30 p.m.
Air Force at New Mexico, 7 p.m.
Oct. 19
New Mexico at Utah St, 4 p.m.
Oct. 26
San Jose St. at Fresno St, 8 p.m.
U.S. Soccer
Oct. 12
U.S. Men’s National Team vs. Panama, 9 p.m.
Oct. 15
U.S. Men’s National Team vs. Mexico, 10:30 p.m.
Oct. 24
U.S. Women’s National Team vs. Iceland, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 27
U.S. Women’s National Team vs. Iceland, 5:30 p.m.
Oct. 30
U.S. Women’s National Team vs. Argentina, 7:30 p.m.
MotoGP, Moto2, Moto3
Oct. 4-6
Motul Grand Prix of Japan
Oct. 18-20
Qatar Airways Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix
Oct. 25-27
PT Grand Prix of Thailand
Cycling
Oct. 1
Binche Chimay Binche (Men & Women)
Oct. 4
Mont Sainte Anne Cross Country Short Track
Oct. 5
Mont Sainte Anne (Men & Women Junior Downhill)
Oct. 10
Gran Piemonte (Men)
Oct. 12
Tour of Lombardy (men)
Beringen (Men & Women)
Oct. 16
Tour of Venetia (Men)
MAX PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHT: 2024 EMMY WINNERS
This year, HBO and Max received 14 Emmy awards across 11 original programs for the 76th annual Emmy Awards. Catch up on all of HBO and Max’s Emmy-winning titles available to stream now on Max.
Hacks
Outstanding Comedy Series
Outstanding Lead Actress In A Comedy Series (Jean Smart)
Outstanding Writing For A Comedy Series (Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs, Jen Statsky)
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
Outstanding Scripted Variety Series
Outstanding Writing For A Variety Series
True Detective: Night Country
Outstanding Lead Actress In A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie (Jodie Foster)
Conan O’Brien Must Go
Outstanding Writing For A Nonfiction Program
Alex Edelman: Just for Us
Outstanding Writing For A Variety Special (Alex Edelman)
Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project
Exceptional Merit In Documentary Filmmaking
Taylor Mac’s 24-Decade History of Popular Music
Outstanding Costumes For Variety, Nonfiction or Reality Programming
The Idol
Outstanding Choreography For Scripted Programming
Scavengers Reign
Outstanding Individual Achievement in Animation (Background Design)
Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake
Outstanding Individual Achievement in Animation (Character Animation)
Clone High
Outstanding Individual Achievement in Animation (Character Design)
MAX OCTOBER 2024 SCHEDULE
This list may not be comprehensive and is subject to change.
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 1
21 Jump Street (2012)
22 Jump Street (2014)
A Day in the Country (1950)
A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)
A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge (1985)
A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors (1987)
A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master (1988)
A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child (1989)
A Return to Salem’s Lot (1987)
Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie (2016)
Altitude (2017)
Annabelle Comes Home (2019)
Annabelle: Creation (2017)
Barry Munday (2010)
Contraband: Seized at Sea, Season 1 (Discovery)
Contraband: Seized at the Border, Season 5 (Discovery)
Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (2014)
Dinner for Schmucks (2010)
Doctor Sleep (2019)
Dune (1984)
Edge of Darkness (2010)
Four Christmases (2008)
Freddy vs. Jason (2003)
Frost / Nixon (2008)
George Stevens: A Filmmaker’s Journey (1984)
Godzilla vs. Biollante (1992)
Godzilla vs. King Ghidorah (1998)
Green Porno
Gremlins (1984)
Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990)
I Was a Teenage Zombie (1987)
Interview with the Vampire (1994)
Invictus (2009)
It (2017)
It: Chapter Two (2019)
Kiss of the Spider Woman (1985)
Knife in the Water (1962)
Lawrence of Arabia (1962)
Major Barbara (1941)
Mecum Main Attractions: Monterey CA
Misery (1990)
Mississippi Masala (1992)
Monte Carlo (2011)
My Life as a Dog (1987)
Ondine (2010)
Open Your Eyes (1999)
Poltergeist (1982)
Practical Magic (1998)
Red Dawn (2012)
Return of the Scarlet Pimpernel (1937)
Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011)
Scooby-Doo (2002)
Stephen King’s It (1990)
The Conjuring (2013)
The Conjuring 2 (2016)
The Cranes are Flying (1960)
The Curse of La Llorona (2019)
The Death of Superman (2018)
The Huntsman: Winter’s War (2016)
The Life and Times of Farmer Al (2024)
The Naked Kiss (1964)
The Return of Godzilla (1985)
The Rise of Catherine the Great (1934)
Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride (2005)
Traffik (2018)
Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Tough Love (2015)
Walkabout (1971)
Water for Elephants (2011)
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 2
Destinations of the Damned with Zak Bagans, Season 1 (Discovery)
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 3
Expedition Bigfoot, Season 5 (Discovery)
Expedition X, Season 8 (Discovery)
Gremlins: The Wild Batch, Season 2 (Max Original)
Las Bravas F.C., Season 2 (Max Original)
Salem’s Lot (2024) (Max Original)
Velma: This Halloween Needs To Be More Special! (Max Original)
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 4
Angel of Death (Szadź), Season 2-3 (Max Original)
Angel of Death (Szadź), Season 4 (Max Original)
HGTV Urban Oasis 2024 (HGTV)
Mini Beat Power Rockers: A Hairy Halloween (Discovery International)
Mini Beat Power Rockers: What a Monster (Discovery International)
Scariest House in America, Season 1 (HGTV)
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 6
Have I Got News for You (CNN)
The Franchise, Season 1 (HBO Original)
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 7
House Hunters: Amazing Water Homes, Season 1 (HGTV)
Kids Baking Championship: Scary Good (Food Network)
La Mente del Poder, Season 1
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 9
1000-lb Sisters, Season 6 (TLC)
Bargain Block New Orleans, Season 1 (HGTV)
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 10
Caddo Lake (2024) (Max Original)
Expedition Unknown, Season 14 (Discovery)
Good Hair (2009)
Roller Jam (Max Original)
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 11
The Confidante (Une Amie Dévouée) (Max Original)
The Disappearance (Chyłka – Zaginięcie), Season 2-5 (Discovery International)
Tuesday (A24)
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 13
Love & Marriage: Detroit, Season 2 (OWN)
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 14
Barney’s World, Season 1
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 15
I Am Not A Monster: The Lois Riess Murders (HBO Original)
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 17
LOUDER: The Soundtrack of Change (Max Original)
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 18
MaXXXine (A24)
Mecum Full Throttle: Indianapolis Fall Special 2024
My Lottery Dream Home, Season 16 (HGTV)
The Sancho Case (Caso Sancho) (Max Original)
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 19
Bering Sea Gold, Season 18 (Discovery)
Vacation House Rules, Season 5 (HGTV)
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 21
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part Three (2024)
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 22
Residential Rage (ID)
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 23
1000-lb Best Friends, Season 3 (TLC)
Breath of Fire (HBO Original)
Sin City Tow, Season 1 (Discovery)
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 25
Trap (2024)
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 26
First-Time Buyer’s Club, Season 2 (OWN)
Impractical Jokers, Season 11 (truTV)
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 27
Chris Brown: A History of Violence (ID)
Somebody Somewhere, Season 3 (HBO Original)
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 28
Paranormal Caught on Camera, Season 8 (Travel Channel)
People Magazine Investigates, Season 8 (ID)
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 30
Skin Hunters (Max Original)
Supermarket Stakeout, Season 6 (Food Network)
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 31
Dark Souls Among Us (aka Senales del Mas Alla), Season 1
Mirko Parlevliet has been reporting on the entertainment industry since 1998 and founded Vital Thrills to provide the latest news on streaming, movies, and TV shows. He previously created the websites ComingSoon, SuperHeroHype, and ShockTillYouDrop.