October has arrived, and so have a fresh new slate of films and series from Netflix. With an overflowing mix of Filipino content and a dash of K-drama’s most familiar faces, viewers’ streaming time is fully-packed this month–here’s a peek at what’s in store.
The Best New Releases on Netflix Philippines This October 2023, Ranked:
10. Fair Play (Movie)
As a ruthless financial firm dangles a coveted promotion, Emily and Luke's once supportive relationship takes a dark turn. The power dynamics shift, revealing the unsettling costs of success and the boundaries of ambition. Chloe Domont's debut Fair Play navigates a tense relationship thriller, confronting gender dynamics that pit partners against each other.
Release: October 6
Starring: Phoebe Dynevor, Alden Ehrenreich, Eddie Marsan
9. Pain Hustlers (Movie)
Facing job loss and desperation, blue-collar single mom Liza Drake's life takes a turn when she encounters pharmaceutical rep Pete Brenner. Riding an economic upswing but caught in an ethical quagmire, Liza becomes enmeshed in a racketeering plot. Amid an unhinged boss, her daughter's deteriorating health, and a realization of the company's destructive impact, Liza grapples with her choices.
Release: October 27
Starring: Emily Blunt, Chris Evans, Catherine O'Hara
8. Strong Girl Nam-soon (Series)
In the spin-off to 2017’s Strong Girl Bong-soon, Kang Nam-Soon, with superhuman strength, searches for her parents in Gangnam, Seoul. Reuniting with her wealthy mother, Hwang Geum-Joo, and discovering shared abilities, the family becomes embroiled in a Gangnam drug case.
Release: October 7
Starring: Lee You Mi, Kim Jung Eun, Kim Hae Sook
7. The Cheating Game (Movie)
Hope, an idealistic professional, faces upheaval when a sex video of her fiancé and another woman shatters her engagement and NGO dreams. Armed with a “cheat sheet” on the “anatomy of a cheater,” she delves into dating to outsmart guys. She soon enters a promising connection with Miguel, a self-made businessman, and discovers unsettling secrets as they grow closer.
Release: October 26
Starring: Julie Anne San Jose, Rayver Cruz, Martin Del Rosario, Yayo Aguila
6. Castaway Diva (Series)
Seo Mok-Ha, once a vibrant island girl aspiring to be a singer, becomes stranded on a deserted island en route to a Seoul audition. Rescued after 15 years, she faces the challenge of adapting to a new world.
Release: October 28
Starring: Park Eun Bin, Chae Jong Hyeop, Kim Hyo Jin, Cha Hak Yeon, Kim Joo Hun
5. Ballerina (Movie)
Ok-Ju, a former bodyguard skilled in martial arts, sword fighting, gunmanship, and motorcycle riding, befriends Min-Hee, a ballerina. When Min-Hee requests Ok-Ju's help in seeking revenge on Pro Choi, Ok-Ju, risking her life, takes on the dangerous task.
Release: October 6
Starring: Jun Jong Seo, Kim Ji Hun, Park Yu Rim
4. Doona! (Series)
Former idol Lee Doo-Na, once the beloved main vocalist, surprises everyone with her abrupt retirement. Now residing in a shared house near a university, she leads a reclusive life. Lee Won-Joon, an ordinary and kind-hearted university student, joins the shared house and provides comfort to Doo-Na.
Release: October 20
Starring: Bae Suzy, Yang Se Jong
3. Sleep with Me: Season 1 (Series)
Harry, a wheelchair-using radio DJ, dispenses relationship advice on the midnight shift, championing the unheard woes of broken hearts. Despite facing microaggressions, Harry's boundless positivity aids others in love. A writer with a sleep disorder discovers solace and romance with her in these after-hours.
Release: October 27
Starring: Lovi Poe, Janine Gutierrez
2. Can’t Buy Me Love (Series)
Chinese heiress Caroline Tiu encounters Bingo Rivera, a diligent young man from humble beginnings. Balancing multiple jobs to support his family, Bingo crosses paths with Caroline at a party where he serves as a waiter. The unfolding plot promises an unexpected connection between the two, leaving audiences curious about the twists and turns.
Release: October 13
Starring: Belle Mariano, Donny Pangilinan, Ruffa Gutierrez, Maris Racal
1. Keys to the Heart (Movie)
In the Filipino adaptation of the 2018 Korean film, a troubled boxer, seeking solace, reunites with his long-lost mother and autistic pianist brother. However, integrating into a family he's been estranged from for years poses its own set of challenges.
Release: October 4
Starring: Zanjoe Marudo, Elijah Canlas, Dolly De Leon
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