A massive wave of new movies and shows to stream this weekend is hitting major platforms, offering viewers everything from intense psychological thrillers to lavish period dramas. As the Halloween season concludes, services like Netflix, Apple TV, and Paramount+ are releasing high-profile series and documentaries to capture the weekend audience.

What are the major television premieres?

Several highly anticipated series are making their debut or returning for new seasons. Notable releases include:

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  • Dexter: Resurrection: The second season of the successful spinoff returns to Paramount+, following the titular character's struggles with a new murderer.
  • Nocturne: A new crime drama on Apple TV featuring Liev Schreiber as a detective facing a serial killer in rural Pennsylvania.
  • The Gilded Age: Season 4 of the historical drama returns to HBO Max on Sunday, focusing on social warfare and potential marital strife in New York.
  • Minimum Wage: A 14-episode mockumentary sitcom on Netflix follows teenagers working at a local pizzeria.

How is Netflix shaping the weekend lineup?

Netflix is dominating the current release schedule with a mix of comedy, documentary, and international content. The streamer launched the week with "Minimum Wage," a mockumentary sitcom that has already received largely positive reviews. The platform is also leaning heavily into biographical storytelling with "The One About Matthew Perry," a three-part docuseries by Mary Robertson that explores the actor's fame and his struggles with addiction. Viewers can also expect a new Korean thriller series and a documentary about a legendary comedy show to bolster the weekend's offerings.

Which genres are trending this week?

There is a notable lean toward crime and suspense for the Halloween weekend. Apple TV is offering viewers the series premiere of "Nocturne," while Paramount+ is providing the return of the "Dexter" universe. For those seeking something less intense, reality TV fans can turn to Hulu for the eighth season of "Love Island: Australia," which features a new group of contestants looking for romance.

FAQ

When does The Gilded Age season 4 premiere?

Season 4 of the historical drama premieres on Sunday, November 1, at 9 p.m. ET on HBO Max.

Where can I watch the new Dexter spinoff?

Season 2 of "Dexter: Resurrection" is available to stream on Paramount+.