‘Good News’ and Every Other Movie Coming To Netflix This Week

Another week, another stack of fresh titles to line up. From a Thai crime caper and a Polish gangland sequel to an Argentine festival premiere and a Roald Dahl animated adaptation, there’s plenty landing across genres. You’ll also find a true-crime documentary built almost entirely from police body-cam footage, plus a rare live sports showcase slotted between the film drops.

Below, you’ll find quick, fact-packed rundowns for each new title coming between Monday, October 13 and Sunday, October 19. Each entry includes the essentials — plot setup, principal cast, director and writers — and notes the exact date it lands during this week.

‘Everybody Loves Me When I’m Dead’ (2025)

A Thai crime thriller about two bank employees who siphon cash from an unclaimed account and discover the money belongs to dangerous figures tied to Pattaya’s underworld. The film is directed by Nithiwat Tharatorn and stars Theeradej Wongpuapan, Vachirawich Wattanapakdeepaisan and Chulachak Chakrabongse; it arrives on Tuesday, October 14.

Written and directed by Tharatorn, the feature blends heist mechanics with escalating gangland reprisals as the pair’s scheme triggers pursuit from the true owners of the funds. Supporting roles include Fatima Dechawaleekul and Pitipat Kootrakul; the film is categorized as Thai crime, drama and thriller.

‘Inside Furioza’ (2025)

A Polish crime follow-up set in the violent ‘Furioza’ universe, centering on hooligan gangs and police infiltration. Directed by Cyprian T. Olencki, the film features Mateusz Damięcki and Szymon Bobrowski among returning names; it’s slated within this week on Wednesday, October 15.

Story details position a female officer leveraging criminal leverage to force an informant inside a gang, continuing the saga’s undercover threads. Related franchise materials released for 2025 outline power struggles inside the ultras scene, with Olencki guiding multiple entries.

‘The Time That Remains’ (2009)

Elia Suleiman’s semi-biographical drama chronicles Palestinian life from 1948 onward through four chapters drawn from family memories. Suleiman writes, directs and appears on screen alongside Saleh Bakri, with a supporting ensemble including Ali Suliman; it joins the slate on Thursday, October 16.

The film, a UK-Italy-Belgium-France co-production with a 109-minute runtime, premiered in competition at Cannes 2009 and later screened at Toronto. Cinematography is by Marc-André Batigne, with editing by Véronique Lange and music by Matthieu Sibony.

‘Thomas and Friends: Sodor Sings Together’ (2025)

A 60-minute ‘Thomas & Friends: All Engines Go’ musical special marking the brand’s 80th anniversary, with Thomas and friends teaming up to get Sodor singing. The special is scheduled for Thursday, October 16.

Franchise materials describe it as the fourth and final ‘All Engines Go’ film-length special, created under Mattel Television Studios’ banner. It continues the long-running kids’ series with songs and ensemble engine antics.

‘Confessions of a Shopaholic’ (2009)

A romantic comedy based on Sophie Kinsella’s novels, directed by P. J. Hogan and starring Isla Fisher as Rebecca Bloomwood, with Hugh Dancy, Krysten Ritter, Joan Cusack, John Goodman and John Lithgow. It joins the lineup on Thursday, October 16.

The screenplay is by Tim Firth, Tracey Jackson and Kayla Alpert; James Newton Howard composed the score, with cinematography by Jo Willems and editing by William Goldenberg. The film adapts early entries in the ‘Shopaholic’ series and was produced by Jerry Bruckheimer.

‘Good News’ (2025)

A Korean hijacking thriller–satire from writer-director Byun Sung-hyun about an operation to divert a seized Japanese passenger jet, starring Sul Kyung-gu, Hong Kyung and Ryoo Seung-bum. It lands on Friday, October 17.

The feature premiered in Special Presentations at TIFF 2025 and is credited to Star Platinum with cinematography by Jo Hyoung-rae and editing by Kim Sang-beom; script credits include Byun Sung-hyun and Lee Jin-seong. Genre listings categorize it as a thriller with satirical and comedic elements.

’27 Nights’ (2025)

An Argentine drama by director-actor Daniel Hendler about an elderly woman placed in a psychiatric clinic by her daughters, forcing an expert to determine whether she is ill or simply intent on living freely. It arrives Friday, October 17.

Adapted from Natalia Zito’s biographical-fiction novel ‘Veintisiete noches,’ the film stars Marilú Marini alongside Hendler, with additional cast including Julieta Zylberberg and Carla Peterson. The project opened the 73rd San Sebastián International Film Festival before its streaming date.

‘The Twits’ (2025)

An animated feature inspired by Roald Dahl’s book, directed and co-written by Phil Johnston with co-directors Todd Demong and Katie Shanahan. Voice cast includes Margo Martindale and Johnny Vegas as the Twits, alongside Natalie Portman, Emilia Clarke and Maitreyi Ramakrishnan; it drops Friday, October 17.

Produced by Netflix Animation and Jellyfish Pictures, the film runs 98 minutes with editing by Erika Dapkewicz and score by Oli Julian; music contributions include original songs by David Byrne. Additional voice cast features Jason Mantzoukas, Timothy Simons, Alan Tudyk and Nicole Byer.

‘The Perfect Neighbor’ (2025)

A documentary feature directed by Geeta Gandbhir about the 2023 killing of Ajike “AJ” Owens in Ocala, Florida, assembled largely from police body-cam and related footage. It arrives on Friday, October 17.

The film premiered at Sundance 2025, where it won the Directing Award: U.S. Documentary, and later screened at SXSW, CPH:DOX, Full Frame and Sheffield DocFest. Executive producer credits include Soledad O’Brien; production companies include Message Pictures, Park Pictures and SO’B Productions.

‘She Walks in Darkness’ (2025)

A Spanish thriller about a Civil Guard officer who goes undercover within ETA, spending years mapping hideouts in the south of France. The film stars Susana Abaitua with Andrés Gertrúdix and Iraia Elias, and lands on Friday, October 17.

Project notes frame it as inspired by a landmark undercover operation against ETA, with official materials highlighting the long-term infiltration and operational risks at the story’s core.

Share which of this week’s new titles you’re cueing up first in the comments!