Netflix arrives with one of the busiest weeks of October 2026, combining the streaming debut of a major historical epic, the return of a gentleman thief beloved by the public, and a new chapter of a hit anime series. Between October 19 and 25, the platform's catalog is refreshed with titles ranging from action cinema to true crime and international comedy.
Below, we review the most notable premieres of the week, as well as the complete day-by-day list of everything coming to Netflix.
The most notable Netflix premieres of the week
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 arrives on Tuesday
The second season of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners returns to the streets of Night City following the massive success of its first installment. This time, director Kai Ikarashi takes over from Hiroyuki Imaishi and focuses the plot on an entirely new cast of characters living on the edge.
The story is told through Roman, a twelve-year-old aspiring filmmaker who documents, with an 80s and 90s aesthetic digital camera, the chaotic lives of a Nomad seeking revenge and mercenaries affected by cyberpsychosis. The series combines a new visual approach, a soundtrack that includes The Cure, and a deeply human look at broken characters trying to rebuild themselves.
Gladiator and Gladiator II arrive together on Wednesday
Gladiator II, directed by Ridley Scott, makes its streaming debut this Wednesday, the same day the original 2000 Oscar-winning film also arrives. In the sequel, Lucius (Paul Mescal), now an adult, is forced to enter the Colosseum to fight for his life and the future of the empire following the conquest of his home.
The cast includes Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn, and Denzel Washington in a scene-stealing role.
Lupin returns with its fourth part on Friday
Omar Sy returns to play Assane Diop in the new installment of Lupin, titled Part 4. After the twists and tension of Part 3, fans of the French series will be able to see how the charismatic thief faces his most dangerous adversaries to date, with new high-stakes heists and ingenious disguises.
Complete Netflix release calendar for this week
Monday, October 19
- Acquired: The History of Seinfeld (2026) – Documentary about the creation and legacy of the iconic sitcom Seinfeld.
- FROM (Seasons 1-3) – The acclaimed sci-fi horror series about a town that traps everyone who enters it.
- I'll See You in My Dreams (2015) – Independent romantic drama starring Blythe Danner and Sam Elliott.
- Mermaid Magic (Season 2) – Children's fantasy animated series.
Tuesday, October 20
- Blindspotting (Seasons 1-2) – Series spin-off of the 2018 film of the same name, starring Jasmine Cephas Jones and Helen Hunt, created by Rafael Casal and Daveed Diggs.
- Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 (Season 1) – Netflix Original.
- Hot Wheels: Let's Race: Attack of the T-Rex (2026) – Children's animated special.
- Kubi (2023) – Japanese action film.
- Theo Von: I'm Doing Fine (2026) – Stand-up special by Theo Von, Netflix Original.
Wednesday, October 21
- Emily (2022) – Emma Mackey plays a young Emily Brontë in this partially fictionalized biographical drama.
- Gladiator (2000) – Russell Crowe wins the Oscar as a betrayed Roman general.
- Gladiator II (2024) – Ridley Scott's sequel starring Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, and Denzel Washington.
- Hollywood Dirt (2017) – Romance starring Emma Rigby and Johaan Urb.
- The Ides of March (2011) – Political thriller directed by and starring George Clooney alongside Ryan Gosling.
- The Mother of Penguins (Season 2) – Polish drama series, Netflix Original.
- The New Stanford Prison Experiment (Season 1) – Reimagining of the psychological study, Netflix Original.
Thursday, October 22
- Bottle Shock (2008) – Comedy-drama based on the 1976 Judgment of Paris, starring Alan Rickman and Chris Pine.
- Couldn’t Agree Less with Allison & Isaac (Podcast) – Video episodes of the new podcast, Netflix Original.
- Did Someone Happen to Mention Me? (Season 1) – Japanese comedy about an actor who returns home to find that no one remembers him, Netflix Original.
- I Am Solo, Love Goes On (Season 1, new weekly episodes) – Korean reality show.
- Nobody Wants This (Season 3) – Romantic comedy starring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, Netflix Original.
Friday, October 23
- Fading Grandeur (Season 1) – Spanish comedy about a down-on-his-luck marquis, Netflix Original.
- Lupin (Part 4) – Omar Sy returns as Assane Diop, Netflix Original.
- Paralyzed by Hope: The Maria Bamford Story (2026) – Documentary about the comedian, Netflix Original.
- Shadows of the Ten Ninja (Season 1, new weekly episodes) – Japanese period series.
- Surviving Hurricane Otis (2026) – Mexican documentary about the devastation of Hurricane Otis in Acapulco, Netflix Original.
Sunday, October 25
- My Happy Marriage (Season 3) – Netflix Original.
Frequently asked questions about this week’s Netflix premieres
When does Gladiator II arrive on Netflix?
Gladiator II makes its streaming debut on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, the same day the original 2000 film Gladiator is added to the catalog.
What is new in Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2?
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 arrives on Tuesday, October 20, with a new cast of characters directed by Kai Ikarashi, told through a young aspiring filmmaker named Roman.
Who stars in Lupin Part 4?
Omar Sy returns as Assane Diop in Lupin Part 4, available on Netflix starting Friday, October 23, 2026.
What other series are returning to Netflix this week?
In addition to Lupin, new seasons of Nobody Wants This, The Mother of Penguins, and My Happy Marriage, among other titles, are also arriving.
Are there any new documentaries on Netflix this week?
Yes, highlights include Acquired: The History of Seinfeld, Surviving Hurricane Otis, and Paralyzed by Hope: The Maria Bamford Story.
