From action-packed stories to romantic thrillers, it’s time to grab the popcorn.
November is shaping up to be a strong month for screen time, with everything from family-friendly adventures to edge-of-your-seat horror and glossy crime dramas. Whether you’re heading to the cinema for a big-screen fix or settling in for a boxset night at home, here’s what to watch across Netflix, cinemas and streaming platforms this month.
Cinema
A Talent for Murder: 5 November
Based on Joanna Murray-Smith’s hit stage play Switzerland, director Anton Corbijn brings the psychological thriller A Talent for Murder to life. Set in the Swiss Alps, an ambitious young literary agent (Alden Ehrenreich) travels to the secluded home of famed crime novelist Patricia Highsmith (Academy Award winner Helen Mirren) to convince her to write one final Talented Mr. Ripley instalment. What begins as a routine business meeting quickly transforms into a treacherous game of cat-and-mouse.
Godzilla Minus Zero: 5 November
Director Takashi Yamazaki follows up his Oscar-winning success with the harrowing sci-fi horror epic Godzilla Minus Zero. Set in a devastated post-war Japan already reduced to zero, the nation faces an unprecedented new nightmare when the terrifying prehistoric monster emerges. Minami Hamabe and Ryunosuke Kamiki star in this visceral survival drama set against the recovery from absolute destruction.
Idiots: 5 November
The high-octane buddy comedy-crime film Idiots follows two deeply unqualified slacker friends who accept a seemingly easy gig to transport an unruly, wealthy teenager across the country to a rehabilitation facility. Predictably, the straightforward road trip rapidly devolves into a series of dangerous mishaps, mob mix-ups, and chaotic shootouts. Directed by Macon Blair, the film stars O’Shea Jackson Jr., Dave Franco, Mason Thames, and Kiernan Shipka.
The Draw: 5 November
Set in an oppressive dystopian future where all analogue imagery is strictly banned and replaced by the intrusive ‘The EyeLight’ technology, sci-fi thriller The Draw follows Alec and Jade as they attempt to fight an all-powerful system. When a ubiquitous, state-controlled entertainment gameshow infiltrates their personal lives, the pair must risk everything to expose the truth before they are permanently erased. Directed by Tom Ruddock, the film stars Ryan Gage, Lara Lemon, and Sanjeev Kohli.
Victorian Psycho: 12 November
Director Zachary Wigon adapts Virginia Feito’s Gothic horror novel Victorian Psycho. Set in 1858 England, Winifred Notty (Maika Monroe) arrives at a remote, opulent estate to serve as a governess to two young children. However, beneath Winifred’s quiet and reserved exterior lies a dark, violent compulsion that threatens to consume the entire household. The psychological horror feature also stars Thomasin McKenzie, Jason Isaacs, and Ruth Wilson.
The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping: 19 November
The dystopian phenomenon returns to the big screen with The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. Directed by Francis Lawrence, this latest instalment dives back into the brutal lore of Panem, exploring a pivotal new chapter in the tournament’s history. An ensemble cast featuring Ralph Fiennes, Jesse Plemons, and Joseph Zada brings high-stakes action and political corruption to cinemas.
Crypto: 26 November
The Arabic comedy Crypto follows Ahmed, a simple barber, and Karim, a hopeless thief. Arriving in the city dreaming of escaping poverty, they believe a massive fortune is awaits them. Instead, a shocking surprise turns their lives upside down, dragging them into an unpredictable, chaotic adventure they never saw coming. The film stars Bayyoumy Fouad, Bassem Samra, Os Os, Mohamed Mahmoud, Hamdy El Merghany, and Basant Abu Basha.
Focker In-Law: 26 November
Directed by John Hamburg, the long-running comedy saga returns in Focker In-Law. Greg Focker (Ben Stiller) now finds himself sitting on the other side of the dinner table, navigating life at the exact age Jack Byrnes (Robert De Niro) was when they first met. Fresh chaos erupts when Greg’s son, Henry (Skyler Gisondo), announces his engagement to a strong-willed woman (Ariana Grande), igniting an explosive new wave of awkward in-law drama, lie detector tests, and generational clashes within the Byrnes-Focker clan.
Hexed: 26 November
Disney’s original animated comedy-adventure feature Hexed introduces Billie Doe (Hailee Steinfeld), an impulsive, unconventional teenager who unexpectedly uncovers a secret legacy of magical abilities. Hurtled out of suburbia and into the vast witch realm of Hexe, Billie must team up with her cautious, overprotective mother, Alice (Rashida Jones). Alongside a reclusive, three-eyed cat named Beef Roger Crummchuk (Walton Goggins) and an eccentric array of enchanted items, they embark on a whimsical, fast-paced quest to uncover deep family secrets and defeat a sinister ruler. Directed by Fawn Veerasunthorn and Jason Hand, the voice cast also includes Stephen Fry, Tracey Ullman, and Jodie Foster.
Paper Tiger: 26 November
Directed by James Gray, the intense crime drama Paper Tiger follows two estranged brothers who become entangled in a high-stakes scheme that turns out to be far too good to be true. As they navigate their way through the treacherous underbelly of the Russian mafia, family bonds begin to fray with life-altering consequences. The film features an all-star ensemble cast led by Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, Miles Teller, and Victor Ptak.
Series and Streaming
Black Doves (Season 2): 5 November (Netflix)
Keira Knightley and Ben Whishaw return for the gripping second season of the hit British spy thriller on Netflix. Tensions reach a boiling point as Helen (Keira Knightley) continues leaking critical state intelligence to the covert organisation Black Doves, all while her husband, Wallace (Andrew Buchan), prepares to step up as the next Prime Minister. Juggling a high-profile political marriage with a treacherous web of espionage pushes her closer to the edge than ever. The star-studded ensemble expands this season with Ambika Mod, Neve Campbell, Babou Ceesay, and Sam Riley.
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (Season 3): 11 November (Prime Video)
Middle-earth is plunged into full-scale war as The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power returns for its explosive third season. Five years after the fall of Eregion, Sauron’s armies have conquered vast territories, leaving only isolated strongholds—such as the dwarf kingdom of Khazad-dûm and the elven realms of Lindon and Rivendell—standing in his way. Deep in Mordor at the newly completed tower of Barad-dûr, the Dark Lord works tirelessly to harness a power that will bring all of his enemies to their knees. Showrunners J.D. Payne and Patrick McKay return to lead this epic chapter.
The Empress (Season 3): 12 November (Netflix)
Lavish German historical drama The Empress returns for its sweeping third season on Netflix. Continuing to captivate fans of glossy period romances, the series dives deeper into the intoxicating and politically volatile court of Empress Elisabeth and Emperor Franz Joseph following the devastating Sardinian War. Amidst escalating foreign threats and court intrigue, a traumatised Franz’s infidelity shakes their marriage to the core. Elisabeth must navigate personal betrayal, declining health, and intense emotional pressure as she flees Vienna for a distant island—only to cross paths with Hungarian revolutionary leader Count Andrássy—to secure her legacy.
The Good Daughter: 13 November (OSN+)
Adapted from Karin Slaughter’s bestselling crime novel, this intense six-part psychological thriller follows two sisters whose lives were shattered by a traumatic, violent incident nearly three decades ago. Estranged sisters Samantha and Charlotte Quinn have spent twenty-eight years trying to piece their lives back together. But when a fresh wave of violence strikes, lawyer Charlotte finds herself on the front lines of the investigation—forcing both sisters to confront hidden family secrets and unhealed trauma that threaten to tear them apart all over again.
The Altruists: 19 November (Netflix)
Julia Garner and Anthony Boyle star in the high-stakes biographical drama limited series The Altruists. The series offers an honest look behind the scenes at FTX and its founder, Sam Bankman-Fried (Boyle), alongside key partner Caroline Ellison (Garner), telling the story of how the cryptocurrency market rapidly rose and fell in the early 2020s. Blending corporate ambition with psychological tension, the Netflix series explores how billions vanished almost overnight in one of modern history’s biggest financial scandals.
Percy Jackson and the Olympians (Season 3): 20 November (Disney+)
Walker Scobell returns as the young demigod Percy alongside Leah Sava Jeffries and Aryan Simhadri, plunging deeper into Rick Riordan’s expansive mythological universe. Following the mounting tensions of the Olympian gods and dark rising forces, this new chapter adapts a crucial leg of Percy’s journey as he faces new monster trials, complex celestial politics, and tests of loyalty that threaten both camp half-blood and the mortal world alike.
Way of the Warrior Kid: 20 November (Apple TV+)
Director McG brings Jocko Willink’s bestselling novel to life in a heart-warming, coming-of-age story. Struggling with relentless schoolyard bullies and plummeting self-esteem, young Marc finds an unexpected mentor when his uncle, a wounded, highly decorated Navy SEAL, arrives to stay for the summer. Through a rigorous military-inspired regime, Marc learns the true meaning of resilience, discipline, and inner strength. The film stars Jude Hill, Chris Pratt, Linda Cardellini, and Parker Young.