Every Movie Leaving Netflix This Week, Including ‘Mission: Impossible’

As the leaves start to turn and the air gets a bit crisper, Netflix is waving goodbye to a bunch of fan favorites this week, from high-octane action flicks to heartfelt comedies and timeless classics. Whether you’re into explosive spy missions, nostalgic teen antics, or gripping dramas that tug at the heartstrings, there’s something here that’ll make you hit play one last time before it vanishes from your queue. It’s that bittersweet reminder that streaming libraries evolve, but the memories—and the urge to binge—stick around.

From Tuesday’s quirky indie gems to Thursday’s star-studded blockbusters and a final Monday flourish, this lineup packs a punch across genres. Grab the popcorn, rally the roommates, and dive into these titles while you still can—because once they’re gone, you’ll be hunting for that next perfect watch to fill the void.

‘Frank’ (2014)

On September 30, ‘Frank’ follows Jon, a struggling songwriter joining an eccentric band led by the enigmatic Frank, who wears a giant papier-mâché head. Directed by Lenny Abrahamson, the screenplay by Jon Ronson and Peter Straughan draws from Ronson’s quirky real-life tales. Michael Fassbender stars as Frank, with Domhnall Gleeson as Jon and Maggie Gyllenhaal as protective Clara. Scoot McNairy plays the band’s manager.

Jon’s arrival sparks tension, leading to a chaotic Irish road trip exploring artistry and identity. Abrahamson’s direction blends humor and raw emotion, with Fassbender’s muffled performance anchoring the film’s oddball charm. Gleeson’s Jon chases ambition, Gyllenhaal’s Clara adds sharp edge, and McNairy grounds the chaos, making ‘Frank’ a quirky, heartfelt dive into creativity’s messy heart.

‘Battle’ (2018)

On September 30, ‘Battle’ centers on Amalie, a dancer whose privileged life crumbles, pushing her into Oslo’s street dance scene. Directed by Katarina Launing, the screenplay by Maja Lunde and Karsten Fullu explores resilience. Lisa Teige stars as Amalie, with Fabian Svegaard Tapia as street dancer Mikael. Vebjørn Enger and Charlott Utzig play her strained circle.

Amalie’s journey with Mikael’s crew blends rivalry and romance, with dynamic dance battles driving her growth. Launing’s vibrant choreography and Lunde’s script highlight class divides, while Teige’s Amalie evolves with grit. Tapia’s Mikael sparks chemistry, and Enger and Utzig add depth, crafting a lively tale of reinvention through rhythm and heart.

‘What We Leave Behind’ (2022)

On October 1, ‘What We Leave Behind’ follows Julián, an elderly Mexican migrant building a home after years in the U.S. Directed by Iliana Sosa, the screenplay by Sosa and Isadore Bethel uses family footage for intimacy. Julián Moreno stars as himself, with Sosa’s narration as his granddaughter adding reflection.

Filmed over seven years, Julián’s labor intertwines with memories of migration, capturing quiet rituals and heritage. Sosa’s meditative direction and Bethel’s script evoke time’s passage, with Moreno’s weathered resolve anchoring themes of legacy. Sosa’s voice weaves personal and universal, making this documentary a tender testament to roots reclaimed.

‘Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol’ (2011)

On October 2, ‘Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol’ follows Ethan Hunt’s IMF team, framed for terrorism, chasing a nuclear threat. Directed by Brad Bird, the screenplay by Josh Appelbaum and André Nemec delivers high-stakes espionage. Tom Cruise stars as Ethan, with Paula Patton as Jane, Simon Pegg as Benji, and Jeremy Renner as Brandt.

Disavowed, the team races from Moscow to Dubai, facing betrayals and daring stunts like Ethan’s Burj Khalifa climb. Bird’s IMAX visuals and breathless pacing amplify the script’s tension. Cruise’s intensity, Patton’s grit, Pegg’s humor, and Renner’s brooding depth craft a thrilling ride of trust and high-tech chaos.

‘Spoiled Brats’ (2021)

On October 2, ‘Spoiled Brats’ tracks Francis, a millionaire faking bankruptcy to teach his spoiled kids life lessons. Directed by Nicolas Cuche, the screenplay adapts ‘Nosotros los Nobles’ by Gary Alazraki. Gérard Jugnot stars as Francis, with Camille Lou as Stella, and Artus and Louka Meliava as sons Alexandre and Philippe.

The siblings’ chaotic shift to odd jobs sparks growth and wedding-day reckonings. Cuche’s sharp direction and witty script balance farce and heart, with Jugnot’s sly gravitas leading the charge. Lou’s Stella finds resilience, while Artus and Meliava’s bumbling antics drive a funny, touching tale of privilege unraveled.

‘The Departed’ (2006)

On October 2, ‘The Departed’ follows undercover cop Billy infiltrating Boston’s Irish mob while mob mole Colin rises in the police. Directed by Martin Scorsese, William Monahan’s screenplay adapts ‘Infernal Affairs’. Leonardo DiCaprio stars as Billy, with Matt Damon as Colin, Jack Nicholson as mob boss Frank, and Mark Wahlberg as Sgt. Dignam.

Their deadly game of betrayal unfolds through gritty shootouts and tense stakeouts. Scorsese’s kinetic direction and Monahan’s sharp script amplify identity’s cost, with DiCaprio’s raw fury, Damon’s sly ambition, Nicholson’s menace, and Wahlberg’s biting wit crafting a gripping crime epic.

‘American Graffiti’ (1973)

On October 2, ‘American Graffiti’ captures a 1962 night as teens cruise Modesto, chasing dreams before adulthood. Directed by George Lucas, the screenplay by Lucas, Gloria Katz, and Willard Huyck draws from his youth. Richard Dreyfuss stars as Curt, with Ron Howard as Steve, Paul Le Mat as John, and Charles Martin Smith as Terry.

From drag races to fleeting romances, their stories weave nostalgia and unease. Lucas’s vibrant direction and classic rock soundtrack amplify the script’s heart, with Dreyfuss’s ambivalence, Howard’s optimism, Le Mat’s cool, and Smith’s bumbling grounding a timeless ode to youth’s fleeting freedom.

‘S.W.A.T.: Under Siege’ (2017)

On October 2, ‘S.W.A.T.: Under Siege’ follows a Seattle SWAT team defending a prisoner from mercenaries after a cartel raid. Directed by Tony Giglio, Jonas Barnes’s screenplay delivers tense action. Sam Jaeger stars as leader Travis, with Adrianne Palicki as Ellen, Michael Jai White as Scorpion, and Ty Olsson as Ward.

Trapped in their base, the team uncovers betrayal amid brutal close-quarters fights. Giglio’s claustrophobic direction and Barnes’s tight script amplify the stakes, with Jaeger’s resolve, Palicki’s precision, White’s intensity, and Olsson’s tactics crafting a gritty, pulse-pounding siege thriller.

‘Neighbors’ (2014)

On October 2, ‘Neighbors’ pits new parents Mac and Kelly against a rowdy frat, sparking a prank war. Directed by Nicholas Stoller, the screenplay by Andrew J. Cohen and Brendan O’Brien delivers raucous comedy. Seth Rogen stars as Mac, Rose Byrne as Kelly, Zac Efron as frat leader Teddy, and Dave Franco as Pete.

From fireworks to wild parties, the feud tests both sides’ limits. Stoller’s energetic direction and sharp script amplify the laughs, with Rogen’s exasperation, Byrne’s wit, Efron’s bravado, and Franco’s mischief crafting a hilarious clash of suburban chaos and bro antics.

‘The Equalizer 2’ (2018)

On October 2, ‘The Equalizer 2’ follows retired operative Robert McCall avenging a friend’s murder, facing rogue agents. Directed by Antoine Fuqua, Richard Wenk’s screenplay delivers gritty action. Denzel Washington stars as McCall, with Pedro Pascal as Dave, Ashton Sanders as Miles, and Melissa Leo as Susan.

McCall’s methodical strikes unravel a conspiracy through stormy showdowns. Fuqua’s visceral direction and Wenk’s tense script amplify the stakes, with Washington’s brooding precision, Pascal’s layered betrayal, Sanders’s youthful spark, and Leo’s sharp counsel crafting a thrilling tale of justice.

‘Judy’ (2019)

On October 2, ‘Judy’ traces Judy Garland’s turbulent 1968 London shows, battling personal demons. Directed by Rupert Goold, Tom Edge’s screenplay adapts ‘End of the Rainbow’. Renée Zellweger stars as Garland, with Jessie Buckley as Rosalyn, Finn Wittrock as Mickey, and Rufus Sewell as Sidney Luft.

Garland’s pill-fueled highs and fragile triumphs unfold in intimate venues. Goold’s vivid direction and Edge’s nuanced script capture her spark, with Zellweger’s raw vocals, Buckley’s loyalty, Wittrock’s volatility, and Sewell’s regret crafting a poignant portrait of fading stardom.

‘Insidious: Chapter 2’ (2013)

On October 2, ‘Insidious: Chapter 2’ follows the Lamberts uncovering hauntings tied to Josh’s past. Directed by James Wan, Leigh Whannell’s screenplay deepens the franchise’s horror. Patrick Wilson stars as Josh, with Rose Byrne as Renai, Barbara Hershey as Lorraine, and Lin Shaye as Elise.

Astral realms and vengeful spirits drive chilling twists. Wan’s eerie direction and Whannell’s tense script amplify dread, with Wilson’s unraveling psyche, Byrne’s desperate resolve, Hershey’s spectral weight, and Shaye’s warnings crafting a haunting dive into supernatural terror.

‘Grown Ups’ (2010)

On October 2, ‘Grown Ups’ reunites five pals at a lake house after their coach’s funeral, sparking family chaos. Directed by Dennis Dugan, the screenplay by Adam Sandler and Fred Wolf delivers ensemble laughs. Sandler stars as Lenny, with Kevin James, Chris Rock, David Spade, and Rob Schneider as pals.

From waterpark mishaps to campfire bonds, their antics test old friendships. Dugan’s loose direction and improvisational script amplify the humor, with Sandler’s warmth, James’s bumbling, Rock’s quips, Spade’s sarcasm, and Schneider’s quirks crafting a nostalgic comedy romp.

‘The American’ (2010)

On October 2, ‘The American’ follows assassin Jack hiding in Italy, crafting a weapon while facing paranoia. Directed by Anton Corbijn, Rowan Joffé’s screenplay adapts Martin Booth’s novel. George Clooney stars as Jack, with Violante Placido as Clara, Thekla Reuten as Mathilde, and Paolo Bonacelli as Father Benedetto.

Jack’s quiet refuge unravels through betrayal and fleeting romance. Corbijn’s stark direction and Joffé’s introspective script amplify tension, with Clooney’s stoic intensity, Placido’s warmth, Reuten’s icy precision, and Bonacelli’s gravitas crafting a meditative thriller of solitude.

‘Focus’ (2015)

On October 2, ‘Focus’ tracks con artist Nicky mentoring Jess, their chemistry complicating a high-stakes scam. Directed by Glenn Ficarra and John Requa, their screenplay delivers sleek thrills. Will Smith stars as Nicky, with Margot Robbie as Jess, Rodrigo Santoro as Garriga, and Adrian Martinez as Farhad.

From New Orleans to Buenos Aires, their cons unravel through twists. Ficarra and Requa’s glossy direction and clever script amplify deception, with Smith’s charm, Robbie’s wit, Santoro’s menace, and Martinez’s humor crafting a stylish game of trust and betrayal.

‘Wrath of the Titans’ (2012)

On October 2, ‘Wrath of the Titans’ follows demigod Perseus saving Zeus from a Titan uprising. Directed by Jonathan Liebesman, the screenplay by Dan Mazeau and David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick delivers epic action. Sam Worthington stars as Perseus, with Liam Neeson as Zeus, Ralph Fiennes as Hades, and Rosamund Pike as Andromeda.

Perseus battles cyclopes and Kronos through mythic realms. Liebesman’s CGI-heavy direction and action-packed script amplify spectacle, with Worthington’s grit, Neeson’s gravitas, Fiennes’s brooding, and Pike’s strength crafting a grand clash of gods and mortals.

‘The Tale of Despereaux’ (2008)

On October 2, ‘The Tale of Despereaux’ follows a brave mouse restoring hope to a gloomy kingdom. Directed by Sam Fell and Robert Stevenhagen, Gary Ross’s screenplay adapts Kate DiCamillo’s novel. Matthew Broderick voices Despereaux, with Emma Watson as Pea, Dustin Hoffman as Roscuro, and Sigourney Weaver narrating.

Despereaux’s quest navigates exiled rats and royal betrayals. Fell and Stevenhagen’s vibrant animation and Ross’s whimsical script amplify heart, with Broderick’s pluck, Watson’s grace, Hoffman’s charm, and Weaver’s warm narration crafting a charming animated fable.

‘Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation’ (2015)

On October 2, ‘Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation’ follows Ethan Hunt dismantling the Syndicate, a rogue network. Directed by Christopher McQuarrie, his screenplay with Drew Pearce delivers relentless thrills. Tom Cruise stars as Ethan, with Rebecca Ferguson as Ilsa, Simon Pegg as Benji, and Ving Rhames as Luther.

From Vienna to Casablanca, Ethan’s stunts unravel betrayals. McQuarrie’s sleek direction and tense script amplify action, with Cruise’s daring, Ferguson’s lethal grace, Pegg’s wit, and Rhames’s loyalty crafting a high-stakes espionage race against chaos.

‘U-571’ (2000)

On October 2, ‘U-571’ follows a U.S. submarine crew seizing a German Enigma machine in World War II. Directed by Jonathan Mostow, the screenplay by Mostow, Sam Montgomery, and David Ayer delivers tense action. Matthew McConaughey stars as Lt. Tyler, with Bill Paxton as Dahlgren and Harvey Keitel as Klough.

Stranded, the crew faces depth charges and desperate repairs. Mostow’s claustrophobic direction and gritty script amplify peril, with McConaughey’s resolve, Paxton’s command, and Keitel’s grit crafting a high-seas thriller of survival and sacrifice.

‘Wayne’s World 2’ (1993)

On October 2, ‘Wayne’s World 2’ follows Wayne and Garth staging Waynestock, a rock festival, amid romance and rival schemes. Directed by Stephen Surjik, the screenplay by Mike Myers, Jay Boy Adams, and Bonnie Turner delivers zany laughs. Myers stars as Wayne, with Dana Carvey as Garth and Tia Carrere as Cassandra.

Their chaotic plans spark kung-fu gags and quirky cameos. Surjik’s irreverent direction and Myers’s absurd script amplify humor, with Myers’s zeal, Carvey’s awkward charm, and Carrere’s cool crafting a hilarious ode to friendship and riffs.

‘Friday Night Lights’ (2004)

On October 2, ‘Friday Night Lights’ follows the 1988 Permian Panthers chasing a Texas football championship. Directed by Peter Berg, the screenplay by Berg and David Aaron Cohen adapts H.G. Bissinger’s book. Billy Bob Thornton stars as Coach Gaines, with Lucas Black as Mike and Garrett Hedlund as Don.

Injuries and pressures test the team’s unity through gritty playoffs. Berg’s raw direction and heartfelt script amplify stakes, with Thornton’s intensity, Black’s quiet burden, and Hedlund’s edge crafting an inspiring tale of grit and glory.

‘American Pie’ (1999)

On October 2, ‘American Pie’ follows four teens vowing to lose their virginity by prom, sparking hormonal chaos. Directed by Paul and Chris Weitz, Adam Herz’s screenplay launches the raunchy franchise. Jason Biggs stars as Jim, with Chris Klein, Thomas Ian Nicholas, and Alyson Hannigan as Michelle.

From pie mishaps to epic parties, their pact unravels hilariously. The Weitzes’ lively direction and Herz’s crude script amplify teen antics, with Biggs’s awkwardness, Klein’s sincerity, and Hannigan’s quirky charm crafting a raunchy rite of passage.

‘A Good Old Fashioned Orgy’ (2011)

On October 2, ‘A Good Old Fashioned Orgy’ follows Eric planning a wild group bash with friends at a Hamptons house. Directed by Alex Gregory and Peter Huyck, their screenplay delivers raunchy warmth. Jason Sudeikis stars as Eric, with Leslie Bibb as Kelly and Lake Bell as Alison.

The plan tests friendships through awkward confessions and bonds. Gregory and Huyck’s light direction and heartfelt script amplify laughs, with Sudeikis’s charm, Bibb’s vulnerability, and Bell’s wit crafting a quirky ode to growing up late.

‘Mission: Impossible III’ (2006)

On October 2, ‘Mission: Impossible III’ follows Ethan Hunt stopping arms dealer Owen Davian’s deadly plot. Directed by J.J. Abrams, the screenplay by Abrams, Alex Kurtzman, and Roberto Orci delivers thrills. Tom Cruise stars as Ethan, with Philip Seymour Hoffman as Davian and Michelle Monaghan as Julia.

Ethan’s global mission weaves stunts and personal stakes. Abrams’s kinetic direction and tense script amplify action, with Cruise’s intensity, Hoffman’s chilling menace, and Monaghan’s warmth crafting a high-stakes espionage drama.

‘Now You See Me 2’ (2016)

On October 2, ‘Now You See Me 2’ follows the Four Horsemen pulling a heist to clear their names. Directed by Jon M. Chu, the screenplay by Ed Solomon and Pete Chiarelli delivers magical thrills. Jesse Eisenberg stars as Atlas, with Lizzy Caplan as Lula and Mark Ruffalo as Dylan.

From Macau to London, their tricks unravel a conspiracy. Chu’s dazzling direction and twisty script amplify spectacle, with Eisenberg’s cunning, Caplan’s flair, and Ruffalo’s grit crafting a sleek caper of deception.

‘Last Seen Alive’ (2022)

On October 2, ‘Last Seen Alive’ follows Will Spann searching for his vanished wife in a corrupt town. Directed by Brian Goodman, Marc Frydman’s screenplay delivers gritty thrills. Gerard Butler stars as Will, with Jaimie Alexander as Lisa, Russell Hornsby as Detective Paterson, and Ethan Embry as Knuckles.

Will’s desperate hunt uncovers betrayal amid tense chases. Goodman’s taut direction and Frydman’s lean script amplify stakes, with Butler’s grit, Alexander’s strength, Hornsby’s resolve, and Embry’s menace crafting a relentless thriller.

‘Mission: Impossible II’ (2000)

On October 2, ‘Mission: Impossible II’ follows Ethan Hunt stopping a rogue agent’s virus plot. Directed by John Woo, Robert Towne’s screenplay delivers stylish action. Tom Cruise stars as Ethan, with Thandiwe Newton as Nyah, Dougray Scott as Ambrose, and Ving Rhames as Luther.

Motorcycle chases and mask ruses drive the global mission. Woo’s operatic direction and Towne’s tense script amplify thrills, with Cruise’s flair, Newton’s spark, Scott’s menace, and Rhames’s loyalty crafting a high-octane espionage ride.

‘Alpha’ (2018)

On October 2, ‘Alpha’ follows young hunter Keda bonding with a wolf after a prehistoric hunt gone wrong. Directed by Albert Hughes, Daniele Sebastian Wiedenhaupt’s screenplay delivers survival drama. Kodi Smit-McPhee stars as Keda, with Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson as Tau and wolfdog Chuck as Alpha.

Facing blizzards and predators, their bond forges a path home. Hughes’s primal direction and sparse script amplify stakes, with Smit-McPhee’s resilience, Jóhannesson’s gravitas, and Alpha’s loyalty crafting a visceral tale of companionship.

‘A Million Ways to Die in the West’ (2014)

On October 2, ‘A Million Ways to Die in the West’ follows cowardly Albert facing outlaws and romance in 1880s Arizona. Directed by Seth MacFarlane, the screenplay by MacFarlane, Alec Sulkin, and Wellesley Wild delivers irreverent laughs. MacFarlane stars as Albert, with Charlize Theron as Anna and Liam Neeson as Clinch.

From bar brawls to absurd gags, Albert’s misadventures escalate. MacFarlane’s zany direction and crude script amplify humor, with Theron’s grit, Neeson’s menace, and MacFarlane’s wit crafting a wild, satirical Western romp.

‘Blades of Glory’ (2007)

On October 2, ‘Blades of Glory’ follows rival skaters Chazz and Jimmy forming a male-male pair for Olympic gold. Directed by Josh Gordon and Will Speck, the screenplay by Jeff Cox, Craig Cox, and others delivers absurd laughs. Will Ferrell stars as Chazz, with Jon Heder as Jimmy and Amy Poehler as Fairchild.

Outrageous routines and sabotage spark their redemption quest. Gordon and Speck’s over-the-top direction and zany script amplify gags, with Ferrell’s swagger, Heder’s flair, and Poehler’s venom crafting a hilarious ice-bound comedy.

‘Mary and the Witch’s Flower’ (2017)

On October 2, ‘Mary and the Witch’s Flower’ follows Mary, a girl gaining witch powers from a magical flower, uncovering Endor College’s secrets. Directed by Hiromasa Yonebayashi, the screenplay by Yonebayashi and Riko Sakaguchi adapts Mary Stewart’s novel. Hana Sugisaki voices Mary, with Ryunosuke Kamiki as Peter.

Broomstick chases and spells drive her adventure. Yonebayashi’s lush animation and whimsical script amplify magic, with Sugisaki’s pluck, Kamiki’s loyalty, and vibrant visuals crafting a charming, thrilling animated fairy tale.

‘Rush Hour 3’ (2007)

On October 2, ‘Rush Hour 3’ follows Carter and Lee in Paris stopping a Triad assassination. Directed by Brett Ratner, Jeff Nathanson’s screenplay delivers buddy-cop chaos. Jackie Chan stars as Lee, with Chris Tucker as Carter, Max von Sydow as Reynard, and Hiroyuki Sanada as Kenji.

From cabarets to Eiffel Tower fights, their mission crackles. Ratner’s lively direction and Nathanson’s script amplify action, with Chan’s stunts, Tucker’s quips, von Sydow’s gravitas, and Sanada’s menace crafting a fun, global chase.

‘Van Helsing’ (2004)

On October 2, ‘Van Helsing’ follows monster hunter Gabriel battling Dracula in Transylvania. Directed by Stephen Sommers, his screenplay delivers gothic action. Hugh Jackman stars as Van Helsing, with Kate Beckinsale as Anna, Richard Roxburgh as Dracula, and David Wenham as Carl.

Werewolf ambushes and vampire lairs fuel the hunt. Sommers’s bombastic direction and action-packed script amplify spectacle, with Jackman’s charisma, Beckinsale’s fire, Roxburgh’s camp, and Wenham’s humor crafting a thrilling monster romp.

‘The Age of Innocence’ (1993)

On October 2, ‘The Age of Innocence’ follows Newland Archer, torn between duty and love for Countess Olenska in 1870s New York. Directed by Martin Scorsese, the screenplay by Scorsese and Jay Cocks adapts Edith Wharton’s novel. Daniel Day-Lewis stars as Newland, with Michelle Pfeiffer as Ellen and Winona Ryder as May.

Social scandals and repressed desires shape their drama. Scorsese’s lush direction and nuanced script amplify longing, with Day-Lewis’s passion, Pfeiffer’s allure, and Ryder’s cunning crafting a poignant tale of constrained love.

‘Green Zone’ (2010)

On October 2, ‘Green Zone’ follows officer Roy Miller uncovering a WMD conspiracy in 2003 Baghdad. Directed by Paul Greengrass, Brian Helgeland’s screenplay draws from Rajiv Chandrasekaran’s book. Matt Damon stars as Miller, with Greg Kinnear as Poundstone, Brendan Gleeson as Brown, and Amy Ryan as Lawrie.

Raids and betrayals drive Miller’s search for truth. Greengrass’s kinetic direction and gritty script amplify chaos, with Damon’s resolve, Kinnear’s ambiguity, Gleeson’s grit, and Ryan’s tenacity crafting a tense war thriller.

‘Kandahar’ (2023)

On October 2, ‘Kandahar’ follows CIA operative Tom Harris, stranded in Afghanistan, evading enemies to reach safety. Directed by Ric Roman Waugh, the screenplay by Waugh and Mitchell LaFortune delivers high-stakes action. Gerard Butler stars as Harris, with Navid Negahban as Mohammad and Ali Fazal as Mo.

Desert ambushes and drone strikes test their bond. Waugh’s visceral direction and tense script amplify survival, with Butler’s grit, Negahban’s menace, and Fazal’s loyalty crafting a relentless thriller of escape and sacrifice.

‘Modest Heroes’ (2018)

On October 2, ‘Modest Heroes’ weaves three animated shorts—‘Kanini & Kanino’, ‘Life Ain’t Gonna Lose’, and ‘Invisible’—exploring quiet heroism. Directed by Hiromasa Yonebayashi, Yoshiyuki Momose, and Akihiko Yamashita, their screenplays deliver tender tales. Fumino Kimura voices Kanini, with Rio Suzuki as Shun and Joe Odagiri as the loner.

From river quests to urban struggles, the stories shine. The directors’ vibrant animation and heartfelt scripts amplify stakes, with Kimura’s spunk, Suzuki’s grit, and Odagiri’s depth crafting a charming anthology of bravery.

‘The Deer Hunter’ (1978)

On October 2, ‘The Deer Hunter’ follows three friends—Mike, Nick, and Steven—shattered by the Vietnam War. Directed by Michael Cimino, the screenplay by Deric Washburn and Cimino delivers raw drama. Robert De Niro stars as Mike, with Christopher Walken as Nick and Meryl Streep as Linda.

War’s trauma and Russian roulette haunt their bonds. Cimino’s intense direction and poignant script amplify loss, with De Niro’s loyalty, Walken’s despair, and Streep’s tenderness crafting a searing epic of friendship and survival.

‘Rush Hour 2’ (2001)

On October 2, ‘Rush Hour 2’ follows Carter and Lee chasing a Triad counterfeiting ring in Hong Kong. Directed by Brett Ratner, Jeff Nathanson’s screenplay delivers buddy-cop fun. Jackie Chan stars as Lee, with Chris Tucker as Carter, John Lone as Ricky Tan, and Zhang Ziyi as Hu Li.

From neon streets to Vegas casinos, their action crackles. Ratner’s lively direction and Nathanson’s script amplify chaos, with Chan’s stunts, Tucker’s quips, Lone’s menace, and Ziyi’s edge crafting a rollicking global chase.

‘The Prince of Egypt’ (1998)

On October 2, ‘The Prince of Egypt’ follows Moses from Egyptian prince to Hebrew liberator. Directed by Brenda Chapman, Steve Hickner, and Simon Wells, the screenplay by Philip LaZebnik and Nicholas Meyer delivers an animated epic. Val Kilmer voices Moses, with Ralph Fiennes as Rameses and Sandra Bullock as Miriam.

Plagues and miracles shape his quest. The directors’ lush animation and soaring script amplify faith, with Kilmer’s resolve, Fiennes’s pride, and Bullock’s hope crafting a timeless tale of liberation and sacrifice.

‘The Great Waldo Pepper’ (1975)

On October 2, ‘The Great Waldo Pepper’ follows barnstorming pilot Waldo chasing fame in 1920s America. Directed by George Roy Hill, William Goldman’s screenplay delivers nostalgic adventure. Robert Redford stars as Waldo, with Susan Sarandon as Mary Beth and Bo Svenson as Axel.

Stunts and rivalries drive his glory quest. Hill’s sweeping direction and Goldman’s script amplify ambition, with Redford’s charm, Sarandon’s spark, and Svenson’s grit crafting a poignant tale of flight and redemption.

‘Wayne’s World’ (1992)

On October 2, ‘Wayne’s World’ follows Wayne and Garth saving their public-access show from corporate takeover. Directed by Penelope Spheeris, the screenplay by Mike Myers, Bonnie Turner, and Terry Turner delivers cult laughs. Myers stars as Wayne, with Dana Carvey as Garth and Tia Carrere as Cassandra.

Zany gags and rock anthems fuel their fight. Spheeris’s irreverent direction and Myers’s script amplify humor, with Myers’s zeal, Carvey’s awkwardness, and Carrere’s cool crafting a hilarious ode to authenticity.

‘American Pie 2’ (2001)

On October 2, ‘American Pie 2’ reunites pals for a summer of beach house flings. Directed by J.B. Rogers, the screenplay by Adam Herz and David H. Steinberg delivers raunchy laughs. Jason Biggs stars as Jim, with Chris Klein, Thomas Ian Nicholas, and Alyson Hannigan as Michelle.

From paint mishaps to band camp, chaos reigns. Rogers’s frenetic direction and Herz’s script amplify antics, with Biggs’s awkwardness, Klein’s sincerity, and Hannigan’s charm crafting a funny take on young love.

‘Zoolander’ (2001)

On October 2, ‘Zoolander’ follows dimwitted model Derek lured into an assassination plot. Directed by Ben Stiller, the screenplay by Stiller, Drake Sather, and John Hamburg delivers absurd satire. Stiller stars as Derek, with Owen Wilson as Hansel and Will Ferrell as Mugatu.

Catwalk showdowns and brainwashing spark laughs. Stiller’s campy direction and zany script amplify fashion jabs, with Wilson’s cool, Ferrell’s menace, and Stiller’s pouty charm crafting a hilarious runway farce.

‘A Night at the Roxbury’ (1998)

On October 2, ‘A Night at the Roxbury’ follows brothers Steve and Doug chasing club fame in L.A. Directed by John Fortenberry, the screenplay by Steve Koren, Will Ferrell, and Chris Kattan delivers goofy laughs. Kattan and Ferrell star, with Molly Shannon as Emily.

Dance-floor rejections and zany schemes drive their quest. Fortenberry’s vibrant direction and absurd script amplify humor, with Kattan and Ferrell’s head-bobbing, Shannon’s mania crafting a silly ode to nightlife dreams.

‘Now You See Me’ (2013)

On October 2, ‘Now You See Me’ follows the Four Horsemen pulling heists with magic. Directed by Louis Leterrier, the screenplay by Ed Solomon, Boaz Yakin, and Edward Ricourt delivers sleek thrills. Jesse Eisenberg stars as Atlas, with Isla Fisher, Woody Harrelson, and Mark Ruffalo as Dylan.

Flashy cons unravel a revenge plot. Leterrier’s dazzling direction and twisty script amplify spectacle, with Eisenberg’s cunning, Fisher’s charm, Harrelson’s wit, and Ruffalo’s grit crafting a thrilling caper.

‘Dune’ (1984)

On October 2, ‘Dune’ follows Paul Atreides navigating a galactic spice conspiracy on Arrakis. Directed by David Lynch, his screenplay adapts Frank Herbert’s novel with surreal flair. Kyle MacLachlan stars as Paul, with Francesca Annis as Jessica and Sting as Feyd-Rautha.

Sandworms and visions drive his destiny. Lynch’s baroque direction and cosmic script amplify stakes, with MacLachlan’s resolve, Annis’s mysticism, and Sting’s menace crafting a strange, epic sci-fi saga.

‘Rudy’ (1993)

On October 2, ‘Rudy’ follows Daniel Ruettiger chasing his Notre Dame football dream despite odds. Directed by David Anspaugh, Angelo Pizzo’s screenplay delivers underdog heart. Sean Astin stars as Rudy, with Ned Beatty as his father and Jon Favreau as D-Bob.

Grueling tryouts test his grit. Anspaugh’s gritty direction and Pizzo’s script amplify perseverance, with Astin’s hope, Beatty’s pride, and Favreau’s warmth crafting an inspiring tale of triumph over obstacles.

‘Good Burger’ (1997)

On October 2, ‘Good Burger’ follows Dexter and Ed saving their burger joint from a rival chain. Directed by Brian Robbins, the screenplay by Dan Schneider, Kevin Kopelow, and Heath Seifert delivers goofy laughs. Kel Mitchell stars as Ed, with Kenan Thompson as Dexter.

Zany antics and secret sauce fuel their fight. Robbins’s bright direction and absurd script amplify humor, with Mitchell’s quirky charm, Thompson’s hustle crafting a fun, fast-food comedy romp.

‘The Theory of Everything’ (2014)

On October 2, ‘The Theory of Everything’ traces Stephen Hawking’s life, love, and ALS battle. Directed by James Marsh, Anthony McCarten’s screenplay adapts Jane Hawking’s memoir. Eddie Redmayne stars as Stephen, with Felicity Jones as Jane and Charlie Cox as Jonathan.

Cosmic breakthroughs and personal sacrifices shape their story. Marsh’s tender direction and heartfelt script amplify love, with Redmayne’s genius, Jones’s strength, and Cox’s warmth crafting a moving portrait.

‘Miss Juneteenth’ (2020)

On October 2, ‘Miss Juneteenth’ follows Turquoise pushing her daughter Kai to win a Texas pageant. Directed by Channing Godfrey Peoples, her screenplay delivers heartfelt drama. Nicole Beharie stars as Turquoise, with Alexis Chikaeze as Kai and Kendrick Sampson as Ronnie.

Family tensions and pride clash during Juneteenth. Peoples’s vibrant direction and nuanced script amplify legacy, with Beharie’s resilience, Chikaeze’s rebellion, and Sampson’s support crafting a poignant coming-of-age tale.

‘Krampus’ (2015)

On October 2, ‘Krampus’ follows Max, whose dysfunctional Christmas awakens a demonic anti-Santa. Directed by Michael Dougherty, the screenplay by Dougherty, Todd Casey, and Zach Shields delivers dark humor. Adam Scott stars as Tom, with Toni Collette as Sarah and Emjay Anthony as Max.

Monstrous minions besiege the family. Dougherty’s creepy direction and satirical script amplify scares, with Scott’s grit, Collette’s warmth, and Anthony’s heart crafting a chilling, funny holiday fable.

‘Dazed and Confused’ (1993)

On October 2, ‘Dazed and Confused’ captures 1976 teens cruising on the last school day. Directed by Richard Linklater, his screenplay delivers nostalgic vibes. Jason London stars as Pink, with Wiley Wiggins as Mitch and Matthew McConaughey as Wooderson.

Hazing and parties weave their stories. Linklater’s laid-back direction and authentic script amplify youth, with London’s charm, Wiggins’s innocence, and McConaughey’s cool crafting a timeless teen classic.

‘Talk to Me’ (2023)

On October 2, ‘Talk to Me’ follows Mia unleashing spirits via a haunted hand at a party. Directed by Danny and Michael Philippou, the screenplay by Danny Philippou and Bill Hinzman delivers horror. Sophie Wilde stars as Mia, with Alexandra Jensen as Hayley and Joe Bird as Riley.

Possessions spiral into deadly chaos. The Philippous’ intense direction and chilling script amplify dread, with Wilde’s pain, Jensen’s loyalty, and Bird’s vulnerability crafting a gripping tale of grief.

‘Rush Hour’ (1998)

On October 2, ‘Rush Hour’ pairs Carter and Lee to rescue a kidnapped girl in L.A. Directed by Brett Ratner, the screenplay by Jim Kouf and Ross LaManna delivers buddy-cop fun. Jackie Chan stars as Lee, with Chris Tucker as Carter and Ken Leung as Sang.

Chinatown shootouts fuel their clash. Ratner’s lively direction and sharp script amplify action, with Chan’s stunts, Tucker’s quips, and Leung’s menace crafting a rollicking, action-packed comedy.

‘The Great Outdoors’ (1988)

On October 2, ‘The Great Outdoors’ follows Chet’s vacation disrupted by his obnoxious in-law Roman. Directed by Howard Deutch, John Hughes’s screenplay delivers broad laughs. John Candy stars as Chet, with Dan Aykroyd as Roman and Annette Bening as Connie.

Bear attacks and mishaps test their bonds. Deutch’s warm direction and Hughes’s script amplify chaos, with Candy’s heart, Aykroyd’s smarm, and Bening’s wit crafting a funny family romp.

‘Hop’ (2011)

On October 2, ‘Hop’ follows E.B., a bunny fleeing Easter duties for Hollywood, meeting slacker Fred. Directed by Tim Hill, the screenplay by Cinco Paul, Ken Daurio, and Brian Lynch delivers animated fun. James Marsden stars as Fred, with Russell Brand voicing E.B. and Kaley Cuoco as Sam.

Their bond saves Easter from chaos. Hill’s colorful direction and whimsical script amplify charm, with Marsden’s warmth, Brand’s cheek, and Cuoco’s spark crafting a sweet holiday adventure.

‘Born on the Fourth of July’ (1989)

On October 2, ‘Born on the Fourth of July’ follows Ron Kovic’s journey from Marine to anti-war activist. Directed by Oliver Stone, the screenplay by Stone and Kovic adapts his memoir. Tom Cruise stars as Kovic, with Kyra Sedgwick as Donna and Willem Dafoe as Charlie.

War’s trauma shapes his defiance. Stone’s raw direction and poignant script amplify sacrifice, with Cruise’s fire, Sedgwick’s warmth, and Dafoe’s grit crafting a searing tale of awakening.

‘The Blues Brothers’ (1980)

On October 2, ‘The Blues Brothers’ follows Jake and Elwood saving their orphanage with a band reunion. Directed by John Landis, the screenplay by Landis and Dan Aykroyd delivers musical chaos. John Belushi stars as Jake, with Aykroyd as Elwood and Carrie Fisher as his ex.

Car chases and soulful gigs drive their mission. Landis’s wild direction and zany script amplify fun, with Belushi’s grit, Aykroyd’s cool, and Fisher’s fire crafting a rollicking blues ode.

‘Wyatt Earp’ (1994)

On October 2, ‘Wyatt Earp’ chronicles lawman Wyatt’s life through Tombstone’s battles. Directed by Lawrence Kasdan, the screenplay by Kasdan and Dan Gordon delivers a Western epic. Kevin Costner stars as Wyatt, with Dennis Quaid as Doc Holliday and Gene Hackman as Nicholas.

Duty and vengeance shape his path. Kasdan’s sweeping direction and rich script amplify stakes, with Costner’s resolve, Quaid’s wit, and Hackman’s gravitas crafting a grand tale of justice.

‘The Interview’ (2014)

On October 2, ‘The Interview’ follows TV host Dave and producer Aaron tasked with assassinating a dictator. Directed by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, Dan Sterling’s screenplay delivers outrageous laughs. Rogen stars as Aaron, with James Franco as Dave and Randall Park as Kim.

Absurd plots and escapes fuel their mission. Rogen and Goldberg’s zany direction and crude script amplify humor, with Franco’s flair, Park’s charm, and Rogen’s grit crafting a wild farce.

‘Superstar’ (1999)

On October 2, ‘Superstar’ follows quirky Mary Katherine chasing stardom via a talent contest. Directed by Bruce McCulloch, Steve Koren’s screenplay delivers zany laughs. Molly Shannon stars as Mary Katherine, with Will Ferrell as Sky and Elaine Hendrix as Evian.

Awkward antics drive her dream. McCulloch’s campy direction and absurd script amplify humor, with Shannon’s mania, Ferrell’s charm, and Hendrix’s venom crafting a hilarious ode to quirky ambition.

‘Mission: Impossible’ (1996)

On October 2, ‘Mission: Impossible’ follows Ethan Hunt, framed for his team’s murder, clearing his name. Directed by Brian De Palma, the screenplay by David Koepp and Robert Towne delivers sleek thrills. Tom Cruise stars as Ethan, with Jon Voight as Phelps and Ving Rhames as Luther.

Mask ruses and train chases fuel the mission. De Palma’s tense direction and twisty script amplify espionage, with Cruise’s cunning, Voight’s ambiguity, and Rhames’s loyalty crafting a gripping caper.

‘Slap Shot’ (1977)

On October 2, ‘Slap Shot’ follows coach Reggie rallying his hockey team with dirty tactics. Directed by George Roy Hill, Nancy Dowd’s screenplay delivers gritty laughs. Paul Newman stars as Reggie, with Michael Ontkean as Ned and Strother Martin as Joe.

Rink brawls spark their fight to survive. Hill’s raw direction and Dowd’s script amplify rebellion, with Newman’s wit, Ontkean’s honor, and Martin’s spark crafting a rowdy sports classic.

‘Coneheads’ (1993)

On October 2, ‘Coneheads’ follows alien Beldar and Prymaat posing as a suburban family. Directed by Steve Barron, the screenplay by Tom Davis, Dan Aykroyd, and others delivers sci-fi laughs. Aykroyd stars as Beldar, with Jane Curtin as Prymaat and Chris Farley as Ronnie.

Assimilation and hunters spark gags. Barron’s campy direction and zany script amplify humor, with Aykroyd’s oddity, Curtin’s warmth, and Farley’s energy crafting a quirky alien comedy.

‘Old School’ (2003)

On October 2, ‘Old School’ follows pals Mitch, Frank, and Beanie starting a frat house. Directed by Todd Phillips, the screenplay by Phillips and Scot Armstrong delivers raunchy laughs. Luke Wilson stars as Mitch, with Will Ferrell as Frank and Vince Vaughn as Beanie.

Keg parties and hazing fuel chaos. Phillips’s wild direction and crude script amplify humor, with Wilson’s charm, Ferrell’s glee, and Vaughn’s ambition crafting a hilarious midlife romp.

‘Big Daddy’ (1999)

On October 2, ‘Big Daddy’ follows slacker Sonny adopting young Julian to win back his ex. Directed by Dennis Dugan, the screenplay by Steve Franks, Tim Herlihy, and Adam Sandler delivers heartfelt laughs. Sandler stars as Sonny, with Cole and Dylan Sprouse as Julian.

Messy parenting sparks growth and bonds. Dugan’s warm direction and funny script amplify heart, with Sandler’s warmth, the Sprouses’ charm crafting a touching, funny fatherhood tale.

‘Òlòtūré’ (2020)

On October 3, ‘Oloture’ follows journalist Oloture undercover as a sex worker exposing trafficking in Lagos. Directed by Kenneth Gyang, the screenplay by Craig Freimond and Yinka Ogun delivers gritty thrills. Sharon Ooja stars as Oloture, with Omoni Oboli as Alero and Beverly Osu as Peju.

Her dangerous mission uncovers brutal corruption. Gyang’s stark direction and urgent script amplify stakes, with Ooja’s resolve, Oboli’s faith, and Osu’s intensity crafting a raw tale of sacrifice.

‘The Mole Agent’ (2020)

On October 4, ‘The Mole Agent’ follows Sergio, an elderly man spying in a Chilean nursing home. Directed by Maite Alberdi, her screenplay blends documentary and noir. Sergio Chamy stars as himself, with Romulo Aitken as detective Romulo and Rubira Soto as resident Berta.

His covert mission reveals loneliness over crime. Alberdi’s tender direction and heartfelt script amplify connection, with Chamy’s charm, Aitken’s focus, and Soto’s warmth crafting a poignant spy tale.

‘Beth Stelling: If You Didn’t Want Me Then’ (2023)

On October 4, ‘Beth Stelling: If You Didn’t Want Me Then’ features Beth Stelling’s sharp stand-up on life and love. Directed by Mo Welch, Stelling’s screenplay delivers intimate laughs. Stelling stars as herself, her candid wit anchoring the special with no additional cast.

Her stories of heartbreak and quirks shine. Welch’s simple direction and Stelling’s clever script amplify humor, with her warm delivery and expressive timing crafting a funny, relatable comedy night.

‘The Bricklayer’ (2023)

On October 4, ‘The Bricklayer’ follows retired CIA operative Steve Vail stopping a rogue agent’s blackmail. Directed by Renny Harlin, the screenplay by Hanna Weg and Matt Johnson adapts Noah Boyd’s novel. Aaron Eckhart stars as Vail, with Nina Dobrev as Kate and Tim Blake Nelson as O’Malley.

Global chases and brutal fights unravel the plot. Harlin’s explosive direction and tense script amplify action, with Eckhart’s grit, Dobrev’s spark, and Nelson’s authority crafting a thrilling espionage ride.

‘Filth’ (2013)

On October 4, ‘Filth’ follows corrupt detective Bruce spiraling through addiction and schemes. Directed by Jon S. Baird, his screenplay adapts Irvine Welsh’s novel. James McAvoy stars as Bruce, with Jamie Bell as Ray and Imogen Poots as Amanda.

His fractured psyche twists a murder case. Baird’s wild direction and raw script amplify chaos, with McAvoy’s intensity, Bell’s loyalty, and Poots’s edge crafting a dark, gripping descent.

‘Noblemen’ (2019)

On October 6, ‘Noblemen’ follows teen Shay facing bullies at a boarding school, seeking revenge through theater. Directed by Vandana Kataria, her screenplay with Sonia Gianani draws from Shakespeare. Kunal Kapoor stars as teacher Murali, with Ali Haji as Shay and Shaan Groverr as Arjun.

His defiance sparks tragic consequences. Kataria’s intense direction and nuanced script amplify stakes, with Haji’s vulnerability, Kapoor’s guidance, and Groverr’s menace crafting a haunting coming-of-age tale.

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