Everything Leaving Netflix This Week, Including a Popular Dystopian Franchise

A new selection of films and television titles is scheduled to depart Netflix throughout the week of October 12, 2026, as licensing agreements conclude and the platform updates its streaming library. The outgoing lineup includes blockbuster franchises, independent dramas, international comedies, and television programming across multiple genres.

Viewers looking to finish ongoing watches or experience these titles before they vanish have only a short window remaining. Tracking each departure date allows subscribers to prioritize their viewing schedules before these entries are removed.

‘The End of the Tour’ (2015)

Directed by James Ponsoldt and written by Donald Margulies, ‘The End of the Tour’ dramatizes a five-day road trip interview between a magazine journalist and novelist David Foster Wallace. Jesse Eisenberg portrays reporter David Lipsky, while Jason Segel plays Wallace following the publication of his novel. The biographical drama explores themes of artistic validation, depression, and journalistic ethics through conversations between the two writers. The production earned critical recognition for Segel’s performance following its premiere at the Sundance Film Festival. This title officially departs the Netflix streaming catalog on October 12, 2026.

‘The Hunger Games’ (2012)

Directed by Gary Ross, ‘The Hunger Games’ introduces the dystopian nation of Panem, where twelve districts must each provide two adolescent tributes for an annual televised fight to the death. Jennifer Lawrence stars as Katniss Everdeen, a sixteen-year-old archer from District 12 who volunteers to take the place of her younger sister. The film co-stars Josh Hutcherson as fellow tribute Peeta Mellark and Woody Harrelson as their mentor Haymitch Abernathy. The box-office release launched a major four-film series adapted from the book trilogy by Suzanne Collins. Subscribers can stream ‘The Hunger Games’ on Netflix until it leaves the platform on October 13, 2026.

‘The Hunger Games: Catching Fire’ (2013)

In ‘The Hunger Games: Catching Fire’, Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark embark on a mandatory victory tour across Panem following their joint win. President Coriolanus Snow identifies growing unrest across the districts and announces the 75th Hunger Games, also known as the Third Quarter Quell, forcing former victors back into combat. Directed by Francis Lawrence, the sequel features returning stars Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson alongside franchise newcomers Sam Claflin and Philip Seymour Hoffman. The adaptation achieved widespread commercial success and became the highest-grossing domestic release of 2013. Viewers have until October 13, 2026, to watch the film before it departs Netflix.

‘The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1’ (2014)

‘The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1’ shifts the franchise into an open civil war as Katniss Everdeen finds refuge in the militarized underground bunkers of District 13. Under the leadership of President Alma Coin, Katniss agrees to become the symbolic Mockingjay to unite the rebellious districts through broadcast propaganda. Meanwhile, the Capitol uses a captured and conditioned Peeta Mellark to counter the revolutionary messaging. Directed by Francis Lawrence, this installment stars Jennifer Lawrence, Julianne Moore, and Liam Hemsworth. The film concludes its streaming run on Netflix on October 13, 2026.

‘The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2’ (2015)

‘The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2’ delivers the final chapter of the original saga as the combined rebel forces march directly into the booby-trapped Capitol. Katniss Everdeen joins an elite squad tasked with infiltrating the city center to assassinate President Coriolanus Snow. The conflict forces Katniss to confront unforeseen political developments and evaluate the cost of victory. The production marks the final screen appearance of actor Philip Seymour Hoffman, who passed away during filming. This franchise finale will be removed from Netflix on October 13, 2026.

‘The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes’ (2023)

Serving as a prequel to the main series, ‘The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes’ chronicles the youth of future ruler Coriolanus Snow sixty-four years before the events of the original film. Tom Blyth plays the young Snow, who receives an assignment to mentor District 12 tribute Lucy Gray Baird, portrayed by Rachel Zegler, during the 10th annual Hunger Games. The narrative explores the early political landscape of Panem alongside performances from Peter Dinklage and Viola Davis. Directed by Francis Lawrence, the film adapts Suzanne Collins’s 2020 prequel novel of the same name. The title is scheduled to leave the Netflix catalog on October 13, 2026.

‘The Smurfs 2’ (2013)

In the live-action and animated hybrid comedy ‘The Smurfs 2’, the antagonist Gargamel creates creatures called the Naughties to harness magical Smurf essence. When Gargamel kidnaps Smurfette to Paris to extract a secret spell, Papa Smurf and his allies recruit human friends Patrick and Grace Winslow to mount a rescue mission. Raja Gosnell directed the film, which features Neil Patrick Harris and Hank Azaria alongside voice performances by Katy Perry and Christina Ricci. The family release marks the final film credit of comedy actor Jonathan Winters, who passed away prior to its theatrical release. Netflix will remove ‘The Smurfs 2’ from its library on October 14, 2026.

‘Held Hostage in My House’ (2024)

Directed by Anna Elizabeth James, the suspense film ‘Held Hostage in My House’ stars Amy Smart as Dawn Van Brocklin, an artist and single mother who manages a rural vacation rental. After an unknown assailant ties her up in her own home, Dawn must examine interactions with recent guests to determine the attacker’s identity and survive. The film features an ensemble cast that includes Matthew Davis, Greer Grammer, Billy Zane, and Ne-Yo. As background details about her visitors emerge, Dawn uncovers deceptive motives connected to the property. The thriller will be removed from Netflix on October 14, 2026.

‘Taken in Plain Sight’ (2024)

Directed by Cat Hostick, ‘Taken in Plain Sight’ centers on a mother named Abby who conducts her own investigation following the abduction of her teenage daughter. When local authorities dismiss her theories, Abby independently tracks down a suspected kidnapper and uncovers an organized criminal network. Tennille Read headlines the cast as Abby, performing alongside Steven Yaffee, Allegra Fulton, and Sameer Jafar. The production details the obstacles of civilian investigations alongside the psychological toll of missing-person cases. Viewers can stream ‘Taken in Plain Sight’ until its departure on October 14, 2026.

‘Rachel Bloom: Death, Let Me Do My Special’ (2024)

Recorded during a live stage run, ‘Rachel Bloom: Death, Let Me Do My Special’ presents the comic performer’s one-woman theatrical production. Rachel Bloom utilizes musical numbers and personal monologues to discuss bereavement, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the loss of her longtime musical collaborator Adam Schlesinger. Directed by Seth Barrish, the performance features guest actor David Hull portraying a personification of Death who interrupts the show. The special earned critical praise for its balance of autobiographical reflection and comedic songs. This comedy special leaves Netflix on October 14, 2026.

‘Inside West Coast Customs’ (2011–2018)

The reality television series ‘Inside West Coast Customs’ documents the automotive remodeling business founded and operated by Ryan Friedlinghaus. Across multiple seasons, the shop’s team of mechanics and fabricators transforms factory-model vehicles into specialized cars for corporate clients and entertainment figures. Featured projects throughout the show’s run include custom vehicle builds for celebrities such as Shaquille O’Neal and will.i.am. The program originated after Friedlinghaus established his brand on earlier cable television series centered on automotive restoration. The television program departs Netflix on October 14, 2026.

‘The Squid and the Whale’ (2005)

Written and directed by Noah Baumbach, ‘The Squid and the Whale’ offers a semi-autobiographical depiction of a family separating in 1986 Brooklyn. Jeff Daniels and Laura Linney portray academic parents whose contentious divorce forces their two sons, played by Jesse Eisenberg and Owen Kline, into conflicting loyalties. The film portrays the brothers’ attempts to navigate the shifting domestic dynamic alongside their own adolescent relationships. The independent drama received an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Screenplay. The film will officially exit the Netflix library on October 15, 2026.

‘Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins’ (2021)

Directed by Robert Schwentke, ‘Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins’ establishes an origin story for the title character prior to his recruitment into the military unit. Henry Golding portrays the future operative, an underground street fighter who earns entry into the ancient Japanese ninja clan known as the Arashikage. As Snake Eyes undergoes combat training, his true allegiances are tested between clan heir Tommy, played by Andrew Koji, and a criminal organization. The supporting cast includes Úrsula Corberó as the Baroness and Samara Weaving as G.I. Joe representative Scarlett. Netflix will remove ‘Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins’ from its catalog on October 15, 2026.

‘Unbroken’ (2014)

Directed by Angelina Jolie, ‘Unbroken’ chronicles the life of American Olympian and World War II bombardier Louis Zamperini. Jack O’Connell portrays Zamperini, who survives forty-seven days adrift at sea on a life raft following a military aircraft crash in the Pacific Ocean. After his rescue and subsequent capture, Zamperini endures harsh conditions and mistreatment across multiple Japanese prisoner-of-war camps. Featuring a screenplay co-written by the Coen brothers, the biographical drama earned three Academy Award nominations for technical achievements. Audiences can stream ‘Unbroken’ until it leaves the platform on October 15, 2026.

‘Nabil El Gamil Plastic Surgeon’ (2022)

Directed by Khaled Marei, the Egyptian comedy film ‘Nabil El Gamil Plastic Surgeon’ stars comic actor Mohamed Henedi in the leading role. After opening an independent cosmetic clinic, Dr. Nabil encounters a series of unconventional patients, medical misunderstandings, and financial hurdles. The plot follows the physician as his professional obligations overlap with conflicts involving hospital rivals and organized criminals. The ensemble cast includes Nour, Rahma Ahmed Farag, and Mohamed Sallam. This comedy title will conclude its run on Netflix on October 17, 2026.

‘Boyhood’ (2014)

Directed by Richard Linklater, ‘Boyhood’ is a coming-of-age drama filmed intermittently over twelve years between 2002 and 2013. The narrative follows the childhood and adolescence of Mason Evans Jr., played by Ellar Coltrane, as he matures from elementary school through his arrival at college. Patricia Arquette and Ethan Hawke portray Mason’s divorced parents, with Arquette winning the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role. The production focuses on ordinary domestic routines, relocation, and evolving relationships over the course of a decade. The film will leave the Netflix library on October 18, 2026.

‘In for a Murder’ (2021)

Directed by Piotr Mularuk, the Polish mystery comedy ‘In for a Murder’ adapts the novel of the same name by author Katarzyna Gacek. Anna Smołowik stars as Magda Borowska, a stay-at-home mother and reader of crime stories who discovers a murdered woman in the town of Podkowa Leśna. Upon finding a necklace on the victim that belonged to her long-lost friend, Magda inserts herself into the official investigation led by Commissioner Jacek Sikora. The narrative examines suburban secrets as Magda’s amateur deduction uncovers local connections to the crime. Netflix will remove ‘In for a Murder’ from its catalog on October 18, 2026.

‘The Room Next Door’ (2024)

Written and directed by Pedro Almodóvar, ‘The Room Next Door’ represents the Spanish filmmaker’s first full-length feature produced in the English language. Tilda Swinton stars as Martha, a former war correspondent undergoing medical treatment for cancer, who reestablishes contact with her author friend Ingrid, played by Julianne Moore. When Martha decides to end her life on her own terms, she asks Ingrid to stay in a neighboring bedroom at a secluded rental house. Adapted from Sigrid Nunez’s novel, the production won the Golden Lion at the Venice International Film Festival in 2024. Subscribers can stream ‘The Room Next Door’ on Netflix until its scheduled departure on October 18, 2026.

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