Everything Coming to Hulu This Week, Including a New Mystery Series

Hulu is expanding its streaming catalog this week with a diverse selection of new programming spanning multiple genres. Between Monday, October 19, and Sunday, October 25, subscribers can explore an award-winning international drama, an offbeat original mystery series, an independent survival horror film, and a high-stakes deep-sea thriller. With acclaimed filmmakers and notable ensemble casts leading each release, this week’s lineup offers a fresh slate of options for television and movie audiences alike.

‘The Room Next Door’ (2024)

Arriving on Hulu on Monday, October 19, ‘The Room Next Door’ marks the English-language feature directorial debut of Spanish filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar. Adapted from Sigrid Nunez’s novel, the drama stars Julianne Moore as Ingrid, an autofiction author who reconnects with her estranged friend Martha, played by Tilda Swinton. After learning that Martha has been diagnosed with terminal cancer and intends to end her life on her own terms, Ingrid agrees to accompany her to a rented house in the countryside. The narrative explores themes of mortality, companionship, and shared history as the two women navigate Martha’s final days together. The film earned widespread critical recognition across international festivals, winning the prestigious Golden Lion at the 81st Venice International Film Festival.

‘Phony’ (2026)

Premiering on Hulu on Tuesday, October 20, ‘Phony’ is a mystery comedy series created and directed by Nick Paley. The story follows high school student Sonny Cooke, portrayed by Sam Nivola, who wakes up in a hospital following a car accident. Sonny quickly becomes convinced that his devoted single mother and school principal, played by Connie Britton, has been replaced by an impostor. Because none of his peers or family members perceive any physical difference in her, Sonny must investigate whether a stranger has infiltrated his home or if head trauma has compromised his perception. The half-hour series also features supporting performances from Grace Brennan, Maliq Johnson, and Meera Syal.

‘Dolly’ (2026)

Scheduled to arrive on Hulu on Saturday, October 24, ‘Dolly’ is an independent survival horror film directed by Rod Blackhurst. The plot centers on Macy, played by Fabianne Therese, who embarks on a wilderness excursion with her partner Chase, portrayed by Seann William Scott. Their outing turns into a nightmare when an imposing, six-foot figure wearing a doll mask ambushes the couple and abducts Macy. Trapped in a dilapidated woodland dwelling, Macy is forced to navigate the captor’s twisted desire to raise her as a living toy. The cast also includes Ethan Suplee and professional wrestler Max the Impaler as the masked antagonist.

‘Last Breath’ (2025)

Releasing on Hulu on Sunday, October 25, ‘Last Breath’ is a deep-sea survival thriller directed by Alex Parkinson. Adapted from a real-life incident in the North Sea, the narrative stars Finn Cole as commercial saturation diver Chris Lemons. While repairing an oil pipeline on the ocean floor, an accidental detachment severs Lemons’ umbilical cable, leaving him isolated hundreds of feet below the surface with only a few minutes of emergency oxygen. Aboard the support vessel, seasoned fellow divers portrayed by Woody Harrelson and Simu Liu must battle treacherous surface storms and failing systems in an urgent bid to reach him before his air supply depletes. The cast also includes Cliff Curtis as part of the specialized underwater team confronting the harsh elements.

Share your thoughts on which of these new Hulu releases you plan to stream first this week in the comments.