13 New October Movies That Will Get You In The Mood For Halloween

Chloe Williams​
Sep 11, 2024
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"What are you watching right now?" is a question that always seems to come up in conversation. Some of us are in the middle of 3 TV shows while some of us are rewatching old Meg Ryan movies, but there's a very good chance all film fans are excited for these new October movies. While these titles aren't all Halloween movies, they definitely put us in a spooky mood. From horror flicks to thrillers to heartbreaking romances, here are the best October movies coming next month.

Hold Your Breath — On Hulu October 3, 2024

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The 1930s' Dust Bowl takes a supernatural turn in this new movie. Sarah Paulson stars as a young mother convinced a mysterious entity is messing with her mind and threatening her family. As a history nerd myself, I'm so intrigued by this concept — and can't wait to see all the freaky details.

Hold Your Breath stars Sarah Paulson, Amiah Miller, Annaleigh Ashford, Alona Jane Robbins, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and Bill Heck.

House Of Spoils — On Prime Video October 3, 2024

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A driven and persistent chef opens a new restaurant on a remote estate, but all is not as romantic as it seems. Because she's not just up against chaos inside the kitchen — she's also battling a threatening presence haunting her every move.

House of Spoils stars Ariana DeBose, Barbie Ferreira, Arian Moayed, Amara Karan, Mikkel Bratt Silset, and Marton Csokas.

It's What's Inside — On Netflix October 4, 2024

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This new movie was a hit at this year's Sundance, and I am so excited that it's finally coming to Netflix. When a pre-wedding party gets interrupted by an estranged friend and a mysterious game, the celebration turns into confusion.

It's What's Inside stars Brittany O'Grady, James Morosini, Gavin Leatherwood, Nina Bloomgarden, Alycia Debnam-Carey, Reina Hardesty, Devon Terrell, and David Thompson.

Monster Summer — In Theaters October 4, 2024

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Noah and his friends team up with a retired detective when they learn a monster is messing with their summer vacation. Monster hunting was never on my summer agenda, but this is sure to inspire a whole new generation to grab a flashlight and start searching.

Monster Summer stars Mason Thames, Julian Lerner, Abby James Witherspoon, Noah Cottrell, Nora Zehetner, Patrick Renna, Lilah Pate, Lorraine Bracco, and Mel Gibson.

Joker: Folie A Deux — In Theaters October 4, 2024

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Joker 2 mixes thrills with incredible musical numbers, creating a unique movie experience we'll talk about for years. This time around, Arthur isn't alone in his descent into madness because he's bringing Harley Quinn with him.

Joker 2 stars Joaquin Phoenix, Lady Gaga, Zazie Beetz, Harry Lawtey, Steve Coogan, Catherine Keener, and Brendan Gleeson.

Caddo Lake — On Max October 10, 2024

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An eight-year-old girl's disappearance brings a string of past deaths, accidents, and missing people to light — and suggests they might not have been accidental after all.

Caddo Lake stars Dylan O’Brien, Eliza Scanlen, Diana Hopper, Caroline Falk, Sam Hennings, Eric Lange, and Lauren Ambrose.

We Live In Time — In Theaters October 11, 2024

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Romance movie fans will fall in love with this flick. An accident changes the course of two strangers' lives when they meet and immediately fall for each other. See what Florence Pugh had to say about "creating a life" with Andrew Garfield!

We Live in Time hits stars Florence Pugh, Andrew Garfield, Adam James, Aoife Hinds, Marama Corlett, and Nikhil Parmar.

Saturday Night — In Theaters October 11, 2024

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Before SNL, Saturday was just like any other night. Until a group of comedians and writers introduced the world to Saturday Night Live on October 11, 1975. This new movie covers the hour and a half leading up to the first episode (and its famous introduction).

Saturday Night stars Gabriel LaBelle, Rachel Sennott, Cory Michael Smith, Ella Hunt, Dylan O’Brien, Emily Fairn, Matt Wood, Lamorne Morris, Kim Matula, Finn Wolfhard, Nicholas Braun, Cooper Hoffman, Andrew Barth Feldman, Kaia Gerber, Tommy Dewey, Willem Dafoe, Matthew Rhys, and J.K. Simmons.

The Apprentice — In Theaters October 11, 2024

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Donald Trump is examined in a whole new way with this October movie, which follows the former President as lawyer Roy Cohn takes him under his wing, transforming him into the man we know today.

The Apprentice stars Sebastian Stan, Jeremy Strong, and Maria Bakalova.

Smile 2 — In Theaters October 18, 2024

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Popstar Skye Riley is excited for her upcoming world tour. But her excitement turns to terror when she starts encountering disturbing events that threaten her safety, her sanity, and her future.

Smile 2 stars Naomi Scott, Rosemarie DeWitt, Kyle Gallner, Lukas Gage, Miles Gutierrez-Riley, Peter Jacobson, Raúl Castillo, Dylan Gelula, Ray Nicholson, and Drew Barrymore.

Venom: The Last Dance — In Theaters October 25, 2024

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Eddie Brock is back (along with Venom, of course) in this threequel. The anti-hero, and his symbiote, has to go on the run when both their worlds turn on them.

Venom: The Last Dance stars Tom Hardy, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Juno Temple, Rhys Ifans, Peggy Lu, Alanna Ubach, and Stephen Graham.

Time Cut — On Netflix October 30, 2024

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This new October movie is like a murder mystery version of Back to the Future. When a teenage science genius finds a time machine, she travels back to the early 2000s with one mission in mind: stop the killer who murdered her sister.

Time Cut stars Madison Bailey, Antonia Gentry, Michael Shanks, Griffin Gluck, Rachael Crawford, Jordan Pettle, Megan Best, Samuel Braun, Sydney Sabiston, and Kataem O'Connor.

Salem's Lot — On Max This October

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This Stephen King adaptation follows a writer who returns to his hometown. What he once remembered as quaint has transformed into something more sinister, and it's more than likely due to the vampires attacking the town.

Salem's Lot stars Lewis Pullman, Alfre Woodard, Makenzie Leigh, Bill Camp, Spencer Treat Clark, Pilou Asbæk, and John Benjamin Hickey.

Which new October movie are you excited to see? Let us know in the comments!

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6 Romantic Western Shows To Fill The 'Ransom Canyon' Void

No matter how many times you rewatch Ransom Canyon, nothing will quite match the feeling of watching a brand new episode. But while we wait for word on Ransom Canyon season 2, there are a few romantic Western shows you can watch to fill the void. From Hallmark romances to dramas, here are some shows you can watch this weekend.

Keep reading for 6 romantic Western shows any Ransom Canyon fan will love.

1. When Calls The Heart — Stream on Hallmark+

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In this Hallmark show, Elizabeth Thatcher moves to Coal Valley to be the town's teacher. And plenty of challenges, and plenty of romance, waits for her.

When Calls the Heart stars Erin Krakow, Kevin McGarry, Pascale Hutton, Brooke Shields, Jaeda Lily Miller, Kavan Smith, Andrea Brooks, Chris McNally, Martin Cummins, Viv Leacock, and Jack Wagner.

2. When Hope Calls — Stream on Hallmark+

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When Hope Calls follows sisters Lillian and Grace, who reunite as adults after being separated as kids. Still healing from their own past, the women decide to open an orphanage of their own. And, of course, there are a few handsome strangers in town that catch their eye!

When Hope Calls stars Morgan Kohan, Ryan-James Hatanaka, Wendy Crewson, Hanneke Talbot, Marshall Williams, Neil Crone, Christopher Russell, Sarah Fisher, Nick Bateman, and Cindy Busby.

3. Into the West — Buy on Amazon Prime

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This Western show follows a white family and a Native American family in the 1800s as their lives become intertwined during the American expansion.

Into the West stars Josh Brolin, Sean Astin, Tonantzin Carmelo, Keri Russell, Gil Birmingham, Skeet Ulrich, Rachael Leigh Cook, Wes Studi, Irene Bedard, Alan Tudyk, Christian Kane, Graham Greene, Beau Bridges, Judge Reinhold, Zahn McClarnon, Tom Berenger, David Paymer, Raoul Trujillo, and Lance Henriksen.

4. Dr. Quinn Medicine Woman — Stream on Prime Video

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This old school Western show is all about Dr. Michaela Quinn, who moves to Colorado Springs from her home in Boston. And everything changes when her first friend in Colorado dies and leaves Michaela custody of her three children. And as much as I love the family drama, I love Michaela's chemistry with Sully even more!

Dr. Quinn Medicine Woman stars Jane Seymour, Joe Lando, Chad Allen, Shawn Toovey, Orson Bean, Jessica Bowman, and Erika Flores.

5. Little House on the Prairie — Stream Prime Video

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This is another classic show, and if you had cable growing up, you've probably seen an episode or two. At its most basic, the plot follows the Ingalls family moving West, but it's also about Charles and Caroline's beautiful relationship — and as Laura grows up, it shows her relationship too!

Little House on the Prairie stars Michael Landon, Karen Grassle, Melissa Gilbert, Melissa Sue Anderson, and Lindsay & Sydney Greenbush.

6. Faraway Downs — Stream on Hulu

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This Nicole Kidman show will also hold you over until Big Little Lies season 3. It follows an English aristocrat with a ranch who pairs up with a stockman (played by Hugh Jackman!!) to protect her land.

Faraway Downs stars Nicole Kidman, Hugh Jackman, and David Wenham.

Check out our interview with the Ransom Canyon cast, and hear Ransom Canyon Teens Lizzy Greene, Garrett Wareing, & Andrew Liner Reveal Josh Duhamel's Crazy On-Set Prank.

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The 10 Greatest Emma Stone Movies, Ranked

It won't be long before we can finally see Emma Stone's newest flick Eddington (which also stars Pedro Pascal, Joaquin Phoenix, and Austin Butler, BTW). That means the Emma Stone movie marathon starts now. Emma's one of the best actors around because you can tell she just opens herself up to whatever her role requires. She isn't afraid to do crazy things, or to make a fool out of herself, and her relentless dedication to each project she takes on means she makes an impression on everyone she comes in contact with — both on set and in theaters.
But she's also just an incredible person. Whether it's her friendship with any amount of beloved celebs (Ryan Gosling! Taylor Swift! Jennifer Lawrence!) or her relationship with her husband, if Emma Stone has one fan it's me.

Here are the best Emma Stone movies to watch before Eddington hits theaters this July 18, 2025.

La La Land

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Okay, let's get this out of the way: we can all agree La La Land is the best Emma Stone movie, right?! This old school, critically acclaimed musical follows aspiring actress Mia (Emma Stone) and jazz musician Sebastian (Ryan Gosling) when they cross paths in Los Angeles. The whole movie explores what it looks like to balance chasing your dreams with your relationships, as well as what you're willing to do to make your dreams happen. If you didn't cry the first time you saw this movie (and the ending), you're lying!!

Crazy, Stupid, Love

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This Emma Stone movie single handedly proves just how good rom-coms can be. The actress plays plays Hannah, a young woman who feels torn between her loveless relationship and an exciting new guy she meets in a bar (played by none other than Ryan Gosling, thank goodness). It's heartwarming, it's hilarious, and it's relatable. What more could you want?!

Poor Things

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We simply cannot have this list without mentioning Emma Stone's latest Oscar-winning role. Poor Things focuses on Emma's Bella Baxter, who is brought back to life by a scientist before she's whisked away on an adventure full of secrets, new discoveries, and twists.

Easy A

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Speaking of rom-coms, Easy A is, without a doubt, a love letter to all the best classic '80s romantic movies. Olive (Emma Stone) is an intelligent high school student who accidentally convinces the whole school she'll sleep with anyone for money. The movie explores choice, agency, and romance in totally unexpected ways. Plus Penn Badgley and Emma Stone have INCREDIBLE chemistry.

Battle of the Sexes

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Before we got Challengers, Emma Stone wowed as Billie Jean King. She starred opposite The Office's Steve Carrell (who played Bobby Riggs) in the movie, which is loosely based on the 1973 tennis match between the two players. Like all of her roles, Emma totally disappears into Billie Jean, and was nominated for a Golden Globe and Critics Choice award.

The Help

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Not only is this one of my favorite Emma Stone movies, I think it's one of Jessica Chastain's best movies too! In this flick, we see Emma as aspiring writer Skeeter Phelan, who teams up with the African American maids working in 1963 Jackson, Mississippi to tell their stories. Skeeter sheds light on the injustices and discrimination these women face every day, while also learning about it herself. As much as I love this movie, I'm also ready for them to redo it, centering the "voices of the maids" — and Viola Davis is too.

Cruella

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Disney lovers can't get enough of our favorite characters' costumes, but Cruella takes this fashion obsession to a whole new level. This live-action prequel to 101 Dalmatians follows Emma Stone's Estella, a young woman in 1970s London who loves fashion. There's a little bit of a The Devil Wears Prada vibe as Estella climbs the ranks of the fashion world, enacting revenge on her enemies — and transforming into Cruella de Vil as she goes.

Zombieland

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Emma Stone is such a master at ridiculous comedy that Zombieland HAD to make this list. This post-apocalyptic horror-comedy, Emma Stone plays Wichita, a resourceful big sister (which means she's automatically a survivor, thank you Eldest Daughter Syndrome) in a world that's been totally overrun by zombies. She's joined by Columbus (Jesse Eisenberg), Tallahassee (Woody Harrelson), and her little sister Little Rock (Abigail Breslin) on a journey to find freedom and family.

The Amazing Spider-Man 2

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Now, I know this is controversial, but I consider Andrew Garfield to be MY Spider-Man. And I remember being totally wrecked by the second movie in his duology. Emma Stone shines as Gwen Stacy, and brings even more grit, spunk, and confidence to the role than she did in the first movie. Plus, Jamie Foxx's Electro is one of my favorite villains ever.

The House Bunny

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Emma Stone takes on a supporting role in this comedy as Natalie, an intellectual college student who gets a wholly unexpected education when former Playboy bunny Shelley (Anna Faris) becomes her sorority's house mother. Shelley teaches the women about confidence and self-acceptance, while they teach her that appearances aren't everything.

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Period Romance Lovers Rejoice! Millie Bobby Brown's 'Enola Holmes 3' Is Coming To Netflix.

Millie Bobby Brown is returning to Netflix — and not just for Stranger Things 5. The actress & entrepreneur will also return to the screen in Enola Holmes 3. If you haven't seen the first two installments in the film series, there's no time like the present because these movies are SUCH a fun watch. And they're perfect for anyone who loves historical romances! (And not just because Bridgerton's Hannah Dodd is part of the cast).

Here's everything we know about Millie Bobby Brown's Enola Holmes 3, on Netflix soon.

What is Enola Holmes 3 about?

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What is the story of Enola Holmes 3?

Enola Holmes 3 follows Millie Bobby Brown's titular detective in Malta for her most dangerous adventure yet. And Adolescence director Philip Barantini is behind the camera again!

Jack Thorne, who wrote Enola Holmes 2, is writing the script, while Jake Bongiovi and Isobel Richards will executive produce and Millie Bobby Brown and Bobby Brown will produce.

When can I watch Enola Holmes 3?

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There's no official Enola Holmes 3 release date yet, but it'll be on Netflix soon!

Who’s in the Enola Holmes 3 cast?

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Enola Holmes 3 will feature all our favorite stars from the previous installments, plus some new faces!

  • Millie Bobby Brown as Enola Holmes
  • Louis Partridge as Lord Tewkesbury
  • Himesh Patel as Dr. John Watson
  • Henry Cavill as Sherlock Holmes
  • Helena Bonham Carter as Eudoria Holmes
  • Sharon Duncan-Brewster as Moriarty

Is there an Enola Holmes 3 movie?

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Yes! Enola Holmes 3 is coming to Netflix soon. Stay tuned for the latest news.

Does Enola marry Tewksbury in the books?

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No, Tewksbury isn't a love interest for Enola Holmes in the book series. He's actually two years younger than her, so he isn't a large role like he is in the movies, and disappears after the first novel.

Stay tuned for the latest updates on Enola Holmes 3 and check out The 9 Best TV Shows To Watch On Netflix This Month.

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OMG The Dunkin’ Summer Menu Was Just Leaked For 2025 With 4 New Items

A new season always means new treats from our fave fast food joints, and it appears that Dunkin’ might be kicking off summer early with 4 new items! A speculative Dunkin’ summer menu was just leaked online, and it’s lookin’ dang good with tons of fruity flavors, sweet donuts, and a returning flavor that’s oh-so nutty.

Scroll on to see the leaked Dunkin’ summer menu for 2025 and what’s rumored to join the seasonal lineup!

Dunkin' Summer Menu Items Rumored To Drop April 30

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Rumors shared online by popular foodie account @snackbetch say that the Dunkin' summer menu will come out in two parts, with the first round hitting cafes on April 30. We'll reportedly see the grand return of the Pistachio Signature Latte (pictured above) during the first drop, alongside 2 all-new items: the Tropical Guava Refresher and the Iced Strawberry Lemon Loaf. Yum!

More Dunkin' Summer Menu Items Reportedly Coming May 28

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Part two of the Dunkin' summer menu will allegedly introduce a delicious-sounding donut to the chain – the Orange N’ Vanilla Classic Donut! It sounds like it might channel the classic combo of a Dreamsicle, which we are so here for. In addition to the orange-y donut, it's rumored that Dunkin' will roll out their Pride Classic Donut, which is covered in rainbow sprinkles. We'll take a dozen, please!

Even More Leaked Dunkin' Summer Menu Treats

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That's right – even more goodies are said to join the Dunkin' summer menu! Fans of the Dunkin' Munchkins Bucket will be elated to know that there's an all-new design speculated to come this summer. The spring iteration was so cute, being covered in Easter eggs and bunnies for the season. The next (rumored) bucket looks like it has illustrations of the beach to really channel that summer spirit!
Plus, it appears that the Dunkin' $6 Meal Deal is sticking around for the foreseeable future. This combo includes a medium coffee (hot or iced), a Bacon, Egg & Cheese Sandwich, and 6-piece order of hash browns to fuel your mornings.

Everything On The Leaked Dunkin' Summer Menu For 2025

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Foodie account @snackbetch first raised the rumors about the Dunkin' summer menu for 2025, sharing the speculated items in an Instagram post. Their followers and fellow Dunkin' fans shared their thoughts in the comments, with some users expressing excitement.

"Oooo guava," one person said.

"Yay the Iced Strawberry Lemon loaf looks good to me 👏👏," another user commented.

"Orange 🍊 donut is a must," someone else noted.

Others were fairly disappointed about their favorite flavors not being on the rumored menu.

"Where is the cookie dough iced coffee?" one person asked.

"Where’s the cake batter latte 😢," another questioned.

This Dunkin' summer menu is still just a rumor – stay tuned here for more official updates!

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Madelyn Cline, Sarah Pidgeon, & Freddie Prinze Jr. Fight For Survival In The 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' Sequel

If you're a 90s movies (and horror movies) lover, you might agree that nothing beats an old school slasher. I Know What You Did Last Summer, which stars Jennifer Love Hewitt, Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Freddie Prinze Jr., premiered in 1997, combines everything we love about coming of age movies — friends, summer vacation, and drama — with just enough terror to send a chill down your spine. And just like the original, the new I Know What You Did Last Summer features some of the hottest names in Hollywood.

Everything you need to know about the new I Know What You Did Last Summer sequel movie, coming to theaters July 18, 2025.

Watch the 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' trailer now.

This is definitely not a relaxing summer vacation. For instance, Madelyn Cline's guided meditation bubble bath distracting her from the fact her boyfriend's getting murdered by a harpoon & hook? Yikes. The rest of the I Know What You Did Last Summer trailer shows the full crew escaping the mystery man hunting them — and enlisting the help of Ray (Freddie Prinze Jr.) and Julie (Jennifer Love Hewitt).

Is there a 3rd I Know What You Did Last Summer?

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Yes, a brand new I Know What You Did Last Summer is coming to theaters this summer. But just because it's a new film doesn't mean it won't have plenty of nostalgia.

"There's lots of '90s in there, so get excited because the '90s are back again!" Jennifer Love Hewitt, who's returning for the movie, told People. "And there's lots of twists and turns. I don't think people are going to expect anything that's coming. It's a really fun ride."

"We approached it like super fans, so I think people are going to be really happy," writer-director Jennifer Kaytin Robinson added. "All the things that you want to see in this movie, you're going to see in this movie."

Who's in the I Know What You Did Last Summer cast?

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The new I Know What You Did Last Summer cast features some familiar faces as well as some new ones. Here's the full cast list:

  • Freddie Prinze Jr. as Ray Bronson
  • Jennifer Love Hewitt as Julie James
  • Lola Tung
  • Nicholas Alexander Chavez
  • Austin Nichols
  • Gabbriette
  • Madelyn Cline
  • Sarah Pidgeon
  • Tyriq Withers
  • Jonah Hauer-King
  • Chase Sui Wonders

What is I Know What You Did Last Summer about?

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In the new I Know What You Did Last Summer, five friends accidentally cause a deadly car accident and agree to keep the secret forever. But when someone starts terrorizing them the next year, they reach out to Julie and Ray for help. And Jennifer Love Hewitt can't get enough of this new "phenomenal" cast!

"It's for them to make it their own and for me to stand by like a proud mom and say, 'It's yours now, take it and run and enjoy,'" she told People.

"When you get a group of young actors together, it can be a recipe for disaster oftentimes," Chase Sui Wonders added. "But everyone in this cast just brought it to the nth degree. We all got along so well. The chemistry between us was so fun and natural and seamless."

Do Revenge's Jennifer Kaytin Robinson is directing and co-writing alongside Sam Lansky.

When is I Know What You Did Last Summer coming out?

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The new movie will hit theaters July 18, 2025.

Where did I Know What You Did Last Summer film?

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I Know What You Did Last Summer filmed in Australia from October 2024 to March 2025.

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