Here Are The Best International Series Streaming On Showmax This October

Embark on a month of entertainment bliss with a curated list of binge-worthy shows, perfect for those days when you crave relaxation and a breath of fresh air.

Get ready for a thrilling October with this lineup of captivating international series that promise to keep you on the edge of your seat.

From chilling horror to heartwarming comedies, here are some must-watch shows available for streaming this month on Showmax.

 

CHUCKY S3 | October 23

In Season 3 of the popular horror series Chucky, things get even scarier. Chucky is now targeting the White House, and it’s up to Jake, Devon, and Lexy to stop him. He’s gotten quite cozy with America’s First Family in the most secure house in the US.

With absurd humor and creative horror, this series, with a 91% critics’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes, is a must-watch for horror enthusiasts.

Starring Alyvia Alyn Lind, Zackary Arthur, and Björgvin Arnarson are back as Lexy, Jake, and Devon.

Oscar nominee Jennifer Tilly reprises her role as Chucky’s ex and now sworn enemy, Tiffany.

This season adds an extra layer of suspense as Tiffany faces her own crisis with the police closing in on her.

RAIN DOGS S1 | October 19

Laugh and cry with Rain Dogs, a dark comedy featuring Daisy May Cooper as Costello Jones, a devoted mother seeking a better life for her precocious daughter, Iris (Fleur Tashjian).

In their struggle for survival, Costello relies on Selby (Jack Farthing from Poldark), Iris’ pseudo father and Costello’s pseudo soulmate, and Gloria (Ronkẹ Adékoluẹjo from Alex Rider and Christopher Robin), their loyal yet chaotic godmother and best friend. Together, they create a dysfunctional family on society’s fringes, challenging a system rigged against them in their pursuit of an honest life in a crooked world.

Time hails it as “magnificently dark… like no other family comedy on TV.

THE ROOKIE: FEDS S1 | October 23

Niecy Nash, a five-time Emmy nominee, takes the lead in The Rookie: Feds’ as Special Agent Simone Clark, the oldest rookie at the FBI Academy, assigned to the Los Angeles field office.

As a spin-off from the popular Showmax series ‘The Rookie,’ ‘Feds’ earned a nomination for Outstanding New TV Series at the 2023 GLAAD Media Awards, with an impressive 86% critics’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

The stellar cast includes Screen Actors Guild nominee Felix Solis, Black Reel nominee Frankie Faison, and multi-award winners Kevin Zegers and Britt Robertson, along with James Lesure from ‘Good Girls.’ This series promises a thrilling experience and is a must-watch for fans of crime dramas and engaging storytelling.

SON OF A CRITCH S2 | October 11

Son of a Critch” Season 2 follows 1980s junior high-schooler Mark Critch as he faces new challenges like his first fight, beer, and jeans.

The show stars Benjamin Evan Ainsworth (known for voicing Zemeckis’ Pinocchio), Hollywood Walk-of-Famer Malcolm McDowell, and the real Mark Critch.

Created by award-winning Canadian actor Mark Critch, the show earned a 100% critics’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes for Season 1.

Nominated for seven Canadian awards, including a 2023 Young Artist Award, it’s a hit with audiences of all ages.

The family-friendly series has been renewed for a third season and it is a must-watch for fans of heartwarming comedy and those aged 10 and above.

1923 S1 | October 16

The Yellowstone prequel 1923 stars Oscar winner Helen Mirren (The Queen) and Oscar nominee Harrison Ford (aka Indiana Jones) as Cara and Jacob Dutton, who head a new generation of the Dutton family in Montana during the time of western expansion, Prohibition, and the Great Depression.

Building on the success of Taylor Sheridan’s first prequel, 1883, 1923 is planned as a two-season series.

With an 8.4/10 score on IMDb and a 90% critics’ rating, the chemistry of Mirren and Ford makes it a neo-Western gem.

The star-studded international cast includes former James Bond Timothy Dalton, BAFTA nominee Jerome Flynn (Bronn in Game of Thrones); and Robert Patrick.

There you have it! Whether you’re into horror, drama, comedy, or crime, there’s a show for you.

Don’t miss out on these exciting series and more on Showmax.

Grab your popcorn, settle in, and start streaming your favorites today!