Weekly Entertainment Digest – October 3rd

October 3, 2026

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Holiday movies are starting to dominate the new announcements this week – but keep an eye out for some other great things we have happening like giveaways and screening opportunities!Don’t miss the special Verity Screenings at your local Emagine Theater and at an MJR near you. Don’t forget to stay up to date on the movies hitting theaters soon with the updated release schedule too!

Metro Detroit Local Events

Screening

WHALEFALL (10/13)

Giveaway

Digital Copy of Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie (10/14)

Movie and Entertainment Updates

SPIDERMAN BRAND NEW DAY | Available on Digital Otober 6th, on 4K UHD, Blu-Ray and DVD December 15th

It’s a BRAND NEW DAY for Peter Parker. Fighting crime full-time as Spider-Man in a world that doesn’t remember him—and the pressure of seeing his old friends move on without him—sparks a change in Peter he may not have the power to control. But that transformation might also be the only thing that can stop a shocking new threat to the city and those he loves – a powerful villain no one can even see.

SPECIAL FEATURES

Go beyond the mask and experience Spider-Man: Brand New Day like never before with an action-packed collection of exclusive special features. Join Tom Holland, Zendaya, Jon Bernthal and the all-star cast alongside director Destin Daniel Cretton for unprecedented access to the making of the film – from spectacular stunts and the reinvention of the iconic Spider-Suit to bringing beloved comic-book imagery to life. Uncover hidden Marvel references and Spider-Eggs, explore the friendships and creative collaborations that shaped the film, and discover never-before-seen moments from set. Plus, fans can dive even deeper with hilarious outtakes and candid behind-the-scenes memories in the ultimate backstage pass to Spider-Man: Brand New Day.

4K UHD, BLU-RAY™ & DIGITAL EXTRAS

Outtakes: Goofs, Gaffes and Gags – Go behind-the-scenes and inside the on-set hi-jinx captured on camera
Featurettes:
- Tom Holland: Evolving Spider – Step inside the shoes of Tom Holland as he reveals his many evolving roles in front of and behind the camera while making Spider-Man: Brand New Day.
- Brand New Direction – Destin Daniel Cretton takes the audience inside his creative process for capturing a more mature Spider-man that focuses on more complex themes.
- Secret Sources and Hidden Spider Eggs – Dive deep inside Spider-Man: Brand New Day as secret, hidden references to the Marvel universe and beyond are revealed.
- Possession! – Step inside the process of inventing and executing the practical, physical performances that realize our villain’s powerful mental abilities on camera.
- Peter and The Punisher – Tom Holland and Jon Bernthal dive deep into their long-standing off-camera relationship and how it fueled the undeniable on-screen chemistry between Spider-Man and the Punisher.
- Live-Action Comics – Go behind the scenes and inside Director Dustin Daniel Cretton’s labor of love to painstakingly recreate some of the most iconic comic covers and Spider-Man’s lore on camera in live action.
- Friends and Foes – Zendaya, Sadie Sink, Mark Ruffalo, Jacob Batalon and the all-star cast of Spider-Man: Brand New Day take the audience inside the joyous and the fun-filled process of the ensemble of actors.
- Webs, Wires and Runaway Tanks – World renowned stunt coordinator and action choreographer Peng Zhang details the practical approach to the real-world spider-stunts and action.
- Scorpions, Ninjas, and the Spider-Suit – The costume department of Spider-Man: Brand New Day reveals the art of designing and realizing the massive cast of costumed and reinventing the beloved Spider-Suit.
- Lost Memories from Set: Camera Roll – Take a look at the memories captured behind the scenes from set.

DVD EXTRAS

Featurettes:
- Tom Holland: Evolving Spider – Step inside the shoes of Tom Holland as he reveals his many evolving roles in front of and behind the camera while making Spider-Man: Brand New Day.
- Brand New Direction – Destin Daniel Cretton takes the audience inside his creative process for capturing a more mature Spider-man that focuses on more complex themes.
- Friends and Foes – Zendaya, Sadie Sink, Mark Ruffalo, Jacob Batalon and the all-star cast of Spider-Man: Brand New Day take the audience inside the joyous and the fun-filled process of the ensemble of actors.

PORTRAIT OF AN ARTIST: STEPHEN CURRY | Exclusively in IMAX^® October 9th

“Portrait of an Artist: Stephen Curry” captures four-time NBA champion and two-time MVP Stephen Curry on the verge of his record-extending 4,000th career three-pointer, as he reflects on the upbringing, mindset and work ethic that have made him among the most legendary artists of our time. The film follows Curry leading up to and throughout one remarkable game, weaving together his generational artistry with perspectives from other innovative artists – including Viola Davis, Rick Rubin, Patti Smith and Jon Batiste – showcasing how his singular vision has permanently transformed the game of basketball.

STREET FIGHTER | Ken vs Ryu Featurette – In Theates October 16th

Set in 1993, estranged Street Fighters Ryu (Andrew Koji) and Ken Masters (Noah Centineo) are thrown back into combat when the mysterious Chun-Li (Callina Liang) recruits them for the next World Warrior Tournament: a brutal clash of fists, fate, and fury. But behind this battle royale lies a deadly conspiracy that forces them to face off against each other and the demons of their past. And if they don’t, it’s GAME OVER!

LA BOLA NEGRA | In Theaters October 16th

From Cannes-winning directors Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi — popularly known as Los Javis — La Bola Negra follows three generations of men across pivotal moments in Spanish history, bound by pain, desire, and love. Carlos (Milo Quifes) longs to belong in a fractured Spain. Sebastián (Guitarricadelafuente) finds connection across enemy lines. And Alberto (Carlos González) uncovers a long-buried family secret — one that finally gives voice to truths the past tried to erase. The film also stars Miguel Bernardeau (Rafael), Goya winner Lola Dueñas (Teresa), Academy Award winner Penélope Cruz (Nené), Golden Globe winner Glenn Close (Isabelle), and Emmy-nominated Julio Torres (Juan Pablo).

KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS | Streaming on Hulu October 15th

The release of “KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS” on Hulu and Disney+ follows the limited theatrical run and the kickoff of KATSEYE: THE WILDWORLD TOUR earlier this month, as well as the release of the third EP WILD, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.

“KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS” takes audiences inside the global girl group’s bold new era, celebrating the fans who helped make it possible. Featuring never-before-seen footage, EYEKONS fan videos, and intimate interviews with the group, the film explores the powerful bond between KATSEYE and their global fandom. From the intense pressure of Dream Academy to chart-topping viral success, audiences experience the highs, setbacks, sacrifices, and breakthrough moments that shaped KATSEYE’s rise to global pop stardom. A love letter to EYEKONS, “KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS” reveals why their story is only just beginning.

KLARA AND THE SUN | In Theaters October 23rd

Based on the bestselling novel from Nobel Prize-winner Kazuo Ishiguro and written and directed by Academy-Award® winner Taika Waititi (Jojo Rabbit), Klara and the Sun introduces audiences to Klara (Jenna Ortega), an Artificial Friend who wants nothing more than to find the perfect home. When Klara meets Josie (Mia Tharia), each immediately senses a kindred spirit in the other. Josie has a fraught relationship with her mother (Amy Adams) and they’ve suffered great loss, but Klara’s innocent wonder and unwavering loyalty begin to heal the family and bring light to Josie’s complicated world.

NOCTURNE | Streaming on Apple TV October 30th

Apple TV released the trailer and key art for “Nocturne,” the gripping, and highly anticipated drama based on the internationally bestselling crime novel “The Sandman” by Lars Kepler. Starring and executive produced by Tony and Actor Award winner and Emmy and Golden Globe Award nominee Liev Schreiber and Emmy Award nominee Zazie Beetz, and starring Emmy, Golden Globe and Actor Award winner Stephen Graham, the 10-episode drama is developed for television, co-showrun, written and executive produced by John Hlavin and created for television, co-showrun, written and executive produced by BAFTA Award winner Rowan Joffe. “Nocturne” will make its global debut on Friday, October 30, 2026 with the first two episodes, followed by new episodes every Friday through December 25, 2026 on Apple TV.

“Nocturne” tells the story of Jonah Lynn (Schreiber), an ex-soldier turned homicide detective who, tired of working the tough streets of Philadelphia, moves to a small town in Western Pennsylvania for a quiet life. But, as the town and his family come under attack from the diabolically cunning serial killer Jurek Walter (Graham), Jonah must protect all that he holds dear. When the desperate search for Jurek’s last missing victim forces Jonah to send his surrogate daughter FBI Agent Saga Bauer (Beetz) up against Jurek, how far will Jonah go?

The ensemble cast starring alongside Schreiber, Beetz and Graham includes Bill Camp, Rory Culkin, Chrissy Metz, Poorna Jagannathan and Gary Carr.

Produced for Apple TV by A+E Studios in association with Range Studios, the series is developed for television, co-showrun, written and executive produced by Hlavin and created for television, co-showrun, written and executive produced by BAFTA Award winner Joffe. Emmy, Peabody and DGA Award winner Tim Van Patten directs the first two episodes and serves as executive producer. In addition to starring, Schreiber executive produces, and Beetz executive produces via her Sleepy Poppy production company. Author Lars Kepler (Alexandra Coelho Ahndoril and Alexander Ahndoril), Øystein Karlsen, David Rysdahl, Dorothy Fortenberry and Niclas Salomonsson also serve as executive producers, while Julie Herrin serves as co-executive producer. Academy Award winner and Emmy nominee Barry Jossen and Tana Jamieson executive produce for A+E Studios. Heather Kadin, Peter Micelli, and Jack Whigham executive produce for Range Studios.

Lars Kepler is one of the bestselling thriller authors in the world and their ten published crime novels, known as the Joona Linna series, have sold a total of 20 million copies globally. The book series is translated into 40 languages and distributed in over 170 territories.

OPERATION KABUL | On Digital November 3rd

OPERATION KABUL – the action-packed war thriller inspired by the harrowing true events from the 2021 rescue mission “Operation Shaman Shield” – storms Digital November 3 from Well Go USA Entertainment. An elite military unit races to evacuate civilians from Kabul during the chaotic 2021 withdrawal, while a commander leads a perilous mission into the city to rescue a doctor captured by the Taliban. Directed by Zsombor Dyga (Couch Surf), OPERATION KABUL stars Gábor Jászberényi, Blanka Mészáros, Tamás Borovics, Nóra Trokán, Adrián Samudovszky, Gusztáv Dietz, Dávid Hajmási, Zsombor Ertl, Márton Máthé, Szilveszter Pálinkás, Klarissza Lakatos, Harry Szovik, Read Ben Salah, Marco Lascari, Loai Shaker, József Tálos, and András Stohl.

Inspired by true events, OPERATION KABUL follows a daring military evacuation during the chaotic 2021 withdrawal from Afghanistan. As hundreds race to escape the collapsing city, a rifleman commander leads his unit beyond the airport on a perilous nighttime mission to rescue a doctor captured by the Taliban, turning an already dangerous operation into a fight for survival.

THE CAT IN THE HAT | In Theaters November 6th

Meet the Cat in the Hat you don’t know! In the wonderfully whimsical tradition of Dr. Seuss, The Cat in the Hat comes to the big screen in his animated theatrical feature film debut, an all-new, epic adventure with an edge, where mischief, magic and mayhem reign supreme. Doing what he does best, the Cat—voiced by Bill Hader—spreads joy to kids in his hilarious, signature and singularly irreverent way, transporting them and audiences on a fantastical journey through a world they’ve never seen before.

In the film, the hero takes on his toughest assignment yet for the I.I.I.I. (Institute for the Institution of Imagination and Inspiration, LLC): to cheer Gabby and Sebastian, a pair of siblings struggling with their move to a new town. Known for taking things too far, this could be this agent of chaos’s last chance to prove himself…or lose his magical hat!

The Cat in the Hat is directed by Erica Rivinoja and Alessandro Carloni from their own screenplay, story by Caroline Williams, and produced by Daniela Mazzucato.

Warner Bros. Pictures Animation’s first full-length feature film, The Cat in the Hat, comes to theaters and IMAX across North America on November 6, 2026, and internationally beginning 4 November 2026. It will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures.

RAMAYANA: RISE OF A LEGEND | In Theaters in November 6th

Based on the celebrated ancient epic known to billions, Namit Malhotra’s Ramayana: Rise of a Legend tells the story of Rama, a prince bound by sacrifice; Ravana, an immortal king driven by vengeance; and the prophecy that binds their fates together. It stars Ranbir Kapoor, Yash and Sai Pallavi.

The film is produced by acclaimed filmmaker Namit Malhotra, whose Academy Award®-winning visual effects company DNEG is behind films including The Odyssey, Dune, Interstellar, and Inception; directed by Nitesh Tiwari, whose film Dangal remains the highest-grossing Indian film worldwide; and scored by Academy Award® winners Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman. Namit Malhotra’s Ramayana: Rise of a Legend will be released globally in theaters on Diwali on November 6.

AWKWAFINA: THE UNLIKELY COOK | Streaming on Apple TV November 6th

Apple TV released the trailer for its new culinary docuseries “Awkwafina: The Unlikely Cook,” premiering globally on November 6, 2026. The eight-episode series follows Nora Lum, aka Awkwafina, on a cross-country culinary road trip as she attempts to revive her family’s beloved Chinese restaurant. Her family ran Lum’s, the iconic Cantonese restaurant in Flushing, New York. Nora inherited the family legacy. The cooking skills? Those still need work. Nora admits, “I can’t cook. Like, at all.” With help from acclaimed chefs, celebrated restaurateurs and her family, she sets out to build her kitchen skills, explore contemporary Asian American cuisine and reimagine Lum’s legacy for a new generation.

Along the way, Nora takes a crash course at the Culinary Institute of America, hits the road for Texas barbecue with Jimmy O. Yang, and learns from culinary icons Roy Choi and Martin Yan. In Hawai‘i, she explores the tiki culture that inspired her grandma’s restaurant before taking on the challenges of serving at a restaurant in Los Angeles’ Chinatown. It all builds toward one high-stakes opening night, and the toughest VIP diner of all: her grandma.

“Awkwafina: The Unlikely Cook” is produced for Apple TV by Twofour and is executive produced by Nora Lum, David Brindley, Itay Reiss and Caroline Davies. This is the second collaboration between Twofour and Apple TV, following the celebrated, Emmy Award-nominated travel series “The Reluctant Traveler With Eugene Levy,” starring Emmy Award winner Eugene Levy.

WILD HORSE NINE | In Theaters November 6th

Shortly before the 1973 Chilean coup, CIA agents Chris (John Malkovich) and Lee (Sam Rockwell) are dispatched from Santiago to Easter Island by their bureau chief, MJ (Steve Buscemi). Amongst the Island’s iconic statues, and as the longtime partners wrestle with their dark pasts and present conspiracies, Chris’s newfound bond with a pair of rebellious students (Mariana di Girolamo and Ailín Salas) threatens to send everyone’s trip to this remote paradise sideways.

EBENEZER | Official New Trailer – In Theaters November 13th

This November, Johnny Depp is Ebenezer Scrooge. The name you know, the story you don’t. From Ti West, EBENEZER also stars Rupert Grint, Andrea Riseborough, Sam Claflin, Daisy Ridley, Arthur Conti, Ellie Bamber, Henry Lloyd-Hughes, Charlie Murphy, with Tramell Tillman and Ian McKellen.

GENTLE MONSTER | On Netflix November 18th

Gentle Monster. Léa Seydoux as Lucy Weiss in Gentle Monster. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix ©2026.

From director and writer Marie Kreutzer (Corsage, Austria’s entry for the 95th Academy Awards), Gentle Monster tells the story of concert pianist Lucy (Léa Seydoux), who has just relocated her family to a country house hoping to ease her husband Philip’s (Laurence Rupp) severe burnout. Before they have a chance to set up their new home, an early morning police visit tears their life apart. Trapped between the man she loves and the fear of what he may have done, Lucy must face the situation alone as her world unravels. With a cast that includes Jella Haase alongside the legendary, Academy Award nominee Catherine Deneuve, Gentle Monster asks what we do when someone we love turns out to be someone we never really knew.

THE MAN WITH THE BAG | Streaming on Prime Video December 2nd

When Santa’s (Schwarzenegger) iconic red bag is stolen by a rogue elf with a grudge (Awkwafina), Christmas is suddenly at risk. With his biggest night of the year fast-approaching, Santa recruits a thief (Ritchson) from his ‘Naughty List’ who quickly assembles a crew of criminally skilled misfits — with a little help from elves and reindeer — to pull off the most unexpected heist of their lives.

Packed with holiday magic, big laughs, and plenty of heart, THE MAN WITH THE BAG is a holiday heist adventure about second chances, unlikely friendships, and discovering that sometimes even Santa needs a little help delivering Christmas.

WERWULF | In Theaters December 25th

Get fully immersed into the world of WERWULF by visiting DevourethAllMankynde.com, an alternate reality game that is timed to each of the full moons between September through November and culminates in a mysterious prize for those that complete all three moons each full moon.

Fans will need to seek out a hidden “sign” on various digital platforms and decipher the sign back into the site in order to fulfill the moon.

The catch is, you only get 24 hours each full moon to search for the sign before it disappears so you’ll need to work fast to find it.

Witness Robert Eggers’ most visceral and haunting experience yet. Focus Features presents WERWULF, a harrowing tale of devotion, damnation and the devil within.