Everything Leaving Netflix This Week, Including a Popular Children’s Hit

Streaming catalogs constantly rotate their licensed content as distribution agreements expire, meaning subscribers must act quickly to catch departing films before they vanish.

Netflix is set to remove a diverse selection of titles this week, ranging from acclaimed independent dramas and high-profile horror releases to family-friendly animations and award-winning documentaries. Viewers looking to complete their watchlists should prioritize these sixteen features before their scheduled removal dates.

‘India Sweets and Spices’ (2021)

Directed by Geeta Malik, ‘India Sweets and Spices’ follows a college freshman named Alia Kapur who returns home to an upscale suburban Indian American community for the summer. While attending a lavish family dinner party, Alia discovers buried family secrets that challenge her perception of her parents’ seemingly perfect life. The comedy-drama stars Sophia Ali, Rish Shah, and Manisha Koirala in pivotal roles. Subscribers looking to watch the film should note that its final day on the streaming service is October 5, 2026.

‘Krisha’ (2014)

Directed by Trey Edward Shults, ‘Krisha’ centers on an estranged woman who returns to her family’s home for a Thanksgiving gathering after years of absence. Krisha Fairchild portrays the titular character as she attempts to make amends with her relatives while struggling to maintain her emotional sobriety. The psychological drama won the Grand Jury Prize and Audience Award at the South by Southwest Film Festival. This acclaimed independent feature will officially leave the platform on October 6, 2026.

‘LOL Surprise: The Movie’ (2021)

Based on the popular toy franchise, ‘LOL Surprise: The Movie’ follows an aspiring filmmaker named Ava who finds herself transported into a vibrant animated world. Ava teams up with the doll characters to produce a feature film before an important deadline. The animated musical adventure features original songs and colorful visuals designed for younger audiences. Viewers have until October 7, 2026, to stream the animated production before its departure from Netflix.

‘The Spokeswoman’ (2020)

Directed by Luciana Kaplan, ‘The Spokeswoman’ documents the historic presidential campaign of María de Jesús Patricio Martínez, known as Marichuy. As Mexico’s first Indigenous woman to run for president, Marichuy travels across the country to unite Indigenous communities and advocate for environmental protection. The documentary highlights the social and political challenges faced by marginalized populations throughout Mexico. The film is scheduled to depart the streaming catalog on October 7, 2026.

‘First Reformed’ (2018)

Written and directed by Paul Schrader, ‘First Reformed’ follows the pastor of a small historic church in upstate New York. Ethan Hawke stars as Reverend Ernst Toller, who experiences a crisis of faith after counseling a radical environmentalist. The drama also features Amanda Seyfried and Cedric Kyles in supporting roles. Schrader received an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Screenplay for his work on the project. Audiences can stream the drama until it leaves Netflix on October 7, 2026.

‘Scream’ (2022)

Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, ‘Scream’ serves as the fifth installment in the long-running slasher franchise. Twenty-five years after the original Woodsboro murders, a new killer dons the Ghostface mask to target a group of teenagers linked to the town’s past. The film features returning stars Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, and David Arquette alongside a new ensemble cast including Melissa Barrera and Jenna Ortega. The horror film is set to exit the streaming lineup on October 7, 2026.

‘To Die For’ (1995)

Directed by Gus Van Sant, ‘To Die For’ is a satirical black comedy based on the novel of the same name by Joyce Maynard. Nicole Kidman portrays Suzanne Stone, an ambitious television weather reporter determined to achieve fame at any cost. Suzanne manipulates a group of high school students into carrying out a plot to murder her husband, played by Matt Dillon. Kidman earned a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for her performance. The film’s availability on the platform concludes on October 7, 2026.

‘What Happens Later’ (2023)

Directed by and starring Meg Ryan, ‘What Happens Later’ is a romantic comedy adapted from Steven Dietz’s play ‘Shooting Star’. The narrative focuses on ex-lovers Willa and Bill, who unexpectedly reunite when their respective flights are delayed by a severe snowstorm. Ryan and David Duchovny play the two central characters as they spend the night unpacking their shared history inside a regional airport. The romantic drama will no longer be available to stream after October 8, 2026.

‘After’ (2019)

Directed by Jenny Gage, ‘After’ is a romantic drama based on the best-selling novel by Anna Todd. The storyline follows Tessa Young, a dedicated college student whose orderly life is upended upon meeting the rebellious Hardin Scott. Josephine Langford and Hero Fiennes Tiffin star as the two young adults navigating an intense and complicated relationship. The film launched a successful multi-picture franchise following its theatrical release. Viewers can watch the romance title before it exits the service on October 8, 2026.

‘Prevenge’ (2017)

Written, directed by, and starring Alice Lowe, ‘Prevenge’ is a British comedy-slasher film. The plot centers on a heavily pregnant woman named Ruth who believes her unborn child is commanding her to commit a series of murders. Lowe filmed the horror feature while she was actually seven to eight months pregnant. The independent production will officially depart Netflix on October 8, 2026.

‘Deadstream’ (2022)

Directed and written by Joseph and Vanessa Winter, ‘Deadstream’ is a found-footage comedy-horror film. Joseph Winter stars as Shawn Ruddy, a disgraced internet personality who attempts to regain his followers by livestreaming himself spending a night alone inside a haunted house. As the night unfolds, Shawn accidentally awakens a vengeful spirit, turning his stunt into a struggle for survival. The supernatural comedy will remain on the service until October 8, 2026.

‘Host’ (2020)

Directed by Rob Savage, ‘Host’ is a British screenlife horror film shot entirely during the global lockdown. The story follows six friends who hire a medium to conduct a seance over a video conference call, which inadvertently summons a malevolent entity. The cast, which includes Haley Bishop, Radina Drandova, and Jemma Moore, operated their own cameras and practical effects from their respective homes. The horror film will officially leave the streaming library on October 8, 2026.

‘IF’ (2024)

Written and directed by John Krasinski, ‘IF’ is a fantasy comedy that blends live-action with computer animation. The story follows a young girl named Bea who discovers she can see everyone’s discarded imaginary friends. Bea joins forces with her neighbor, played by Ryan Reynolds, to reconnect these magical creatures with new children. The family-friendly film features voice performances from an ensemble cast including Steve Carell, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, and Louis Gossett Jr. The movie is scheduled to leave the platform on October 8, 2026.

‘A Quiet Place Part II’ (2021)

Directed by John Krasinski, ‘A Quiet Place Part II’ continues the story of the Abbott family as they navigate a post-apocalyptic world infested with blind alien predators. Following the deadly events at their home, Evelyn Abbott and her children venture into the unknown to seek other survivors. Emily Blunt, Millicent Simmonds, and Noah Jupe reprise their roles from the original 2018 film, joined by Cillian Murphy and Djimon Hounsou. The suspenseful thriller will be removed from the platform on October 10, 2026.

‘Rita Moreno: Just a Girl Who Decided to Go for It’ (2021)

Directed by Mariem Pérez Riera, ‘Rita Moreno: Just a Girl Who Decided to Go for It’ chronicles the life and seven-decade career of the iconic performer. The documentary explores Moreno’s journey from her early years in Puerto Rico to becoming one of the rare artists to achieve EGOT status. The film features insightful interviews with contemporaries and admirers such as Lin-Manuel Miranda, Gloria Estefan, and Morgan Freeman. Subscribers have until October 11, 2026, to stream the biographical documentary before it departs.

‘Kid Cannabis’ (2014)

Directed by John Stockwell, ‘Kid Cannabis’ is a biographical crime comedy-drama inspired by a true story first published in ‘Rolling Stone’. The film follows an Idaho high school dropout named Nate Norman, played by Jonathan Daniel Brown, who establishes a lucrative marijuana smuggling ring across the Canadian border. As the illicit operation expands rapidly, Nate and his associates attract dangerous attention from rivals and law enforcement. The cast also includes Kenny Wormald, Aaron Yoo, Ron Perlman, and John C. McGinley. This crime drama will exit the Netflix catalog on October 11, 2026.

Share which of these departing movies you plan to stream before they leave Netflix in the comments.