As Halloween week swept through the U.S., audiences leaned heavily into suspense and chills with horror and thriller titles dominating both movie and TV streaming charts, according to JustWatch’s latest rankings for October 27 to November 2.
Movies – United States
The week’s top movies reveal a clear appetite for dark and thrilling stories:
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Weapons (HBO Max) – Leading the chart, this tense thriller set the tone for Halloween week.
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A House of Dynamite (Netflix) – Explosive drama keeps viewers glued to their screens.
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Halloween (fuboTV, AMC+, Apple TV+ & more) – The classic franchise makes a timely return to the top three.
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Jurassic World: Rebirth (Peacock) – Action meets prehistoric chaos in this strong mid-chart contender.
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Sinners (HBO Max) – Mystery lovers keep this dark story trending.
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Ballad of a Small Player (Netflix) – A gripping drama earning steady buzz.
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The Black Phone (fuboTV, Peacock, NBC) – Continues to haunt the charts.
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Bring Her Back (HBO Max) – Emotional and eerie, it holds its own among thrillers.
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28 Years Later (Netflix) – The return of a cult classic keeps fans engaged.
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It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown (Apple TV+) – Nostalgia shines bright as the timeless favorite re-enters for the season.
Key Takeaways:
Halloween week kept audiences in a suspenseful mood where horror and thrillers continue to reign supreme. Weapons took the #1 spot on HBO Max, while A House of Dynamite followed closely at #2 on Netflix. Halloween made a timely return to the top three, and Jurassic World: Rebirth and Sinners rounded out the top five with strong action and mystery themes. Even classics like It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown found their way back to the charts, proving nostalgia never fades.
TV Shows – United States
The small screen followed the same trend of dark, mysterious storytelling with a mix of comedy and suspense.
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IT: Welcome to Derry (HBO Max) – A chilling debut that immediately claimed the #1 spot.
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Down Cemetery Road (Prime Video, Apple TV+) – A dark mystery drama that continues to rise.
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Slow Horses (Apple TV+, Prime Video) – The hit spy series remains a fan favorite.
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Nobody Wants This (Netflix) – A dark comedy-drama blending wit with sharp tension.
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Task (HBO Max, Spectrum) – A suspense series that maintains strong viewership.
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Only Murders in the Building (Hulu) – The beloved mystery-comedy keeps its streak alive.
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The Diplomat (Netflix) – Political drama continues to hold steady in the rankings.
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High Potential (Hulu, Disney+, fuboTV) – A fresh face in the top 10 with growing buzz.
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The Chair Company (HBO Max, Spectrum) – A new entry climbing the charts.
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The Witcher (Netflix) – The fantasy favorite remains a mainstay in viewer rotations.
Series Takeaways:
IT: Welcome to Derry made a strong debut at #1, leading a week dominated by mystery and suspense. Down Cemetery Road and Slow Horses followed close behind, while comedies and thrillers mixed mid-chart. Nobody Wants This (#4) and Task (#5) continue to engage loyal fans. Meanwhile, favorites like Only Murders in the Building and The Diplomat prove their staying power with continued top 10 appearances.
Source: JustWatch.com — Streaming charts for movies and TV shows in the U.S. from October 27 to November 2, 2025.
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