October 2026 movie releases: Drishyam The Conclusion, Jailer 2, Ranabaali, and more; 9 films to watch in theatres

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October 2026 movie releases: From Drishyam 3 and Udta Teer to Jailer 2, Ranabaali, and Digger, check out the major films releasing in theatres this October 2026.

Theatrical releases in October 2026: Drishyam 3, Jailer 2, Udta Teer, Ranabaali, and more films to watch this month

October 2026 is bringing a packed line-up of movies to theatres, with something for fans of Bollywood, South Indian cinema, and Hollywood. The month begins with the much-awaited Drishyam: The Conclusion and continues with a mix of action, comedy, thrillers, period dramas and big-screen entertainers. Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2, Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna’s Ranabaali and Tom Cruise’s Digger are among the highly awaited releases this month. If you are planning your theatrical watchlist for October 2026, here are some of the biggest releases to keep an eye on.

Drishyam: The Conclusion - October 2: Ajay Devgn returns as Vijay Salgaonkar in the third chapter of the thriller franchise.

The much-awaited Drishyam 3 opens the October theatrical line-up. Ajay Devgn reprises his role alongside Tabu, Shriya Saran and Jaideep Ahlawat. Directed by Abhishek Pathak, the film brings Vijay Salgaonkar’s story to its final chapter. It is scheduled for a worldwide release on October 2, 2026.

Digger - October 2: Tom Cruise teams up with Alejandro González Iñárritu for this dark comedy-drama.

Hollywood star Tom Cruise takes on a different kind of role in Digger, directed by Oscar-winning filmmaker Alejandro González Iñárritu. The film also stars Riz Ahmed, John Goodman, Sandra Hüller, and Jesse Plemons. It follows a powerful oil tycoon whose actions trigger a disaster, forcing him into a frantic mission. Digger arrives in theatres on October 2, 2026.

Udta Teer - October 9: Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan headline this spy comedy.

Udta Teer stars Ayushmann Khurrana as a Pakistani spy who loses his memory while on a mission in India. Sara Ali Khan and Suhail Nayyar also feature in the film. The story mixes espionage with comedy and is scheduled to release on October 9.

Jailer 2 - October 15: Rajinikanth returns as Muthuvel Pandian in the much-awaited sequel.

Nelson Dilipkumar’s Jailer 2 brings Rajinikanth back in the lead role. The sequel to the 2023 action entertainer is among the biggest South Indian releases of October. Vishnu Vishal and Mamitha Baiju are also part of the cast. The film is scheduled to hit theatres on October 15, 2026.

Ranabaali - October 16: Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna reunite for this period action drama.

Ranabaali brings Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna back together on screen. The period drama is set against a historical backdrop and also features Arnold Vosloo. The film is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on October 16, 2026, making it one of the major Dussehra releases.

Prahaar: The Ujjwal Nikam Story - October 16: Rajkummar Rao plays famous lawyer Ujjwal Nikam in this biographical drama.

Rajkummar Rao takes on the role of Ujjwal Nikam in Prahaar: The Ujjwal Nikam Story which focuses on 26/11 Kasab trial. The film also stars Wamiqa Gabbi, Sikandar Kher, and Jaideep Ahlawat. The biographical drama is scheduled to release on October 16, 2026.

Street Fighter - October 16: The popular video game franchise gets a new live-action adaptation.

Street Fighter brings the famous gaming franchise back to the big screen with a new cast. It is based on the Street Fighter video game series by Capcom. Noah Centineo, Andrew Koji, Callina Liang, Jason Momoa, and Vidyut Jammwal are part of the ensemble. The action film is scheduled for an October 16, 2026, theatrical release.

Raftaar - October 16: Rajkummar Rao and Keerthy Suresh headline this upcoming Hindi film.

Raftaar stars Rajkummar Rao and Keerthy Suresh in the lead roles. The film is among the Hindi releases scheduled around the October festive period. According to the latest update shared by the actor the movie is set to release on October 16, 2026.

Hope - October 23, 2026: Na Hong-jin’s Korean sci-fi thriller releases in India this October.

The highly anticipated Korean sci-fi thriller Hope stars Hwang Jung-min, Jo In-sung, Jung Ho-yeon, Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander and Taylor Kitsch. Set in a remote port town, Hope follows a community facing a mysterious threat after the discovery of an unidentified object. Directed by filmmaker Na Hong-jin, the film is scheduled to release in India on October 23, 2026.

October 2026 movie releases: Drishyam The Conclusion, Jailer 2, Ranabaali, and more; 9 films to watch in theatres

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October 2026 movie releases: From Drishyam 3 and Udta Teer to Jailer 2, Ranabaali, and Digger, check out the major films releasing in theatres this October 2026.

Theatrical releases in October 2026: Drishyam 3, Jailer 2, Udta Teer, Ranabaali, and more films to watch this month

Drishyam: The Conclusion - October 2: Ajay Devgn returns as Vijay Salgaonkar in the third chapter of the thriller franchise.

Digger - October 2: Tom Cruise teams up with Alejandro González Iñárritu for this dark comedy-drama.

Udta Teer - October 9: Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan headline this spy comedy.

Jailer 2 - October 15: Rajinikanth returns as Muthuvel Pandian in the much-awaited sequel.

Ranabaali - October 16: Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna reunite for this period action drama.

Prahaar: The Ujjwal Nikam Story - October 16: Rajkummar Rao plays famous lawyer Ujjwal Nikam in this biographical drama.

Street Fighter - October 16: The popular video game franchise gets a new live-action adaptation.

Raftaar - October 16: Rajkummar Rao and Keerthy Suresh headline this upcoming Hindi film.

Hope - October 23, 2026: Na Hong-jin’s Korean sci-fi thriller releases in India this October.

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