Friday OTT Releases: From ‘Obsession’ to ‘Akka’, New Movies and Shows To Watch on Netflix, Sony LIV and More

As the final Friday of October 2026 dawns, streaming enthusiasts are spoilt for choice with a fresh wave of captivating content hitting major Over-The-Top (OTT) platforms. From nail-biting thrillers and supernatural scares to intricate family sagas and fantastical journeys, October 30 is packed with premieres designed to keep you glued to your screens this weekend. LatestLY brings you a comprehensive guide to the must-watch films and series making their digital debut, including Obsession and Akka. OTT Releases This Week: ‘The Diplomat Season 4’, ’Koffee With Karan Season 9 ‘ and More Movies and Shows on Netflix, JioHotstar and More.

Friday OTT Releases (October 30)

Know about the latest movies and series to release on OTT this weekend.

‘Obsession’ - JioHotstar

Making its much-anticipated debut on Netflix this Friday, October 30, is the period crime thriller series Akka. Directed by Dharmaraj Shetty and produced by YRF Entertainment, this series is set in the 1980s in Pernuru, a fictional South Indian city ruled by powerful gangster queens. The narrative thickens when an enigmatic outsider challenges their matriarchal underworld, igniting a fierce struggle for power and survival. The series features a stellar cast including Keerthy Suresh as Bhavani and Radhika Apte as Rudra, alongside Poornima Indrajith, Vishak Nair, Dinesh Prabhakar, Karthika Muraleedharan, Pooja Mohanraj, Urmila Krishnan, and Tanvi Azmi.

‘Nocturne’ - Apple TV

Apple TV is set to unveil its gripping new crime drama series, Nocturne, on October 30, 2026. The series will launch with its first two episodes, followed by weekly releases every Friday until December 25, 2026. Based on Lars Kepler's acclaimed crime novels Lazarus and The Sandman, the show is created by Rowan Joffé and developed by showrunner John Hlavin. Nocturne stars Liev Schreiber as Jonah Lynn, an ex-soldier turned homicide detective seeking a peaceful life in a small Pennsylvania town.

His plans are disrupted by the return of the diabolically cunning serial killer Jurek Walter, portrayed by Stephen Graham, who targets Jonah's family and the community. Zazie Beetz plays FBI Agent Saga Bauer, who is drawn into the chilling investigation, with an ensemble cast including Bill Camp, Rory Culkin, Chrissy Metz, Poorna Jagannathan, and Gary Carr.

‘A Couple of Lies’ - Netflix

For fans of psychological thrillers, Netflix delivers A Couple of Lies, a four-part limited series premiering globally on October 30, 2026. Originally titled Bytet in Sweden, this series is an adaptation of Stefan Ahnhem's best-selling novel. Directed by Kasper Barfoed and written by Amanda Högberg and Axel Stjärne, the show delves into the dark side of a dream holiday home swap. It follows two affluent, troubled couples, Helene (Frida Gustavsson) and Carl (Fares Fares), and Scarlett (Emma Appleton) and Adam (Jakob Oftebro), who swap their homes in Stockholm and Sicily to mend their relationships. However, their picturesque escape quickly devolves into a twisted game of surveillance, manipulation, and mistrust as unsettling secrets and hidden betrayals surface.

‘Meethe Mein Kya Hai’ - Netflix

The heartwarming Hindi family drama titled Meethe Mein Kya Hai is scheduled for an exclusive premiere on Netflix India on October 30, 2026. Directed by Radhika Bansal, the film stars Ritwik Bhowmik, veteran actress Rohini Hattangadi, and Ayesha Raza Mishra in pivotal roles, alongside Vikram Bakshi, Shivika Rishi, Ayushmaan Ghai, and Kanikka Kapur. Set against the festive backdrop of Diwali, the story revolves around a family reunion that takes an unexpected turn following a surprise marriage announcement. As secrets are revealed and emotional conflicts arise, the family navigates their disagreements, finding strength and deeper connections.

‘Immortal’ - SonyLIV

The Tamil romantic horror film Immortal, starring GV Prakash Kumar and Kayadu Lohar, will premiere on SonyLIV on October 30, 2026. Directed by Mariyappan Chinna and produced by Arunkumar Dhanasekaran under AK Film Factory, the film had its theatrical release on September 4, 2026. The story follows Magi (GV Prakash Kumar), whose search for affordable accommodation leads him to Sindhu (Kayadu Lohar), a mysterious woman offering a room at an unusually low rent. As strange incidents unfold, Magi investigates Sindhu's hidden, supernatural past, blending romance with eerie mystery. The film will be available for streaming in five languages: Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi.

‘Don't Trouble the Trouble’ - Netflix

Fahadh Faasil's Telugu fantasy comedy-drama Don't Trouble the Trouble is set for its OTT premiere on Netflix on October 30, 2026. Marking Faasil's debut in Telugu cinema, the film was directed by Shashank Yeleti and presented by SS Rajamouli. It had a theatrical release on October 2, 2026. The plot centres on Suri (Fahadh Faasil), an ambulance driver who attempts to kidnap Divya (Ssara Palekar), a child from a wealthy family, to resolve his gang troubles.

However, Divya believes Suri is a powerful wizard and that her parents are missing, leading him on a fantastical adventure as he uncovers her mysterious identity as a wandering spirit. The film also features Saurabh Sachdeva, Mahesh Manjrekar, Venkatesh Kakumanu, and Subbaraju. It will be available on Netflix in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi. ‘Don’t Trouble The Trouble’ FIRST Review: Mahesh Babu Says THIS About Fahadh Faasil’s Telugu Film.

This Friday promises a diverse and exciting cinematic experience across various digital platforms, ensuring that your weekend binge-watching plans are well and truly sorted.

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