"Vicious" and other new horror titles premiering this week
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Here's what's new on Paramount+, Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, HBO Max, Apple TV+, Peacock, Tubi and Prime Video.
What we're watching: A Dakota Fanning-led horror flick, a new supernatural thriller and a series about paranormal encounters.
"Vicious" available Friday on Paramount+
State of play: Dakota Fanning stars in this horror movie about a woman who receives a mysterious box from a stranger with specific instructions about what she must put inside it to survive the night.
What they're saying: In a statement, director Bryan Bertino says he drew inspiration for the story from the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- "I was thinking about uncomfortable moments, bad relationships, unhealthy friendships and how so often they were similar in terms of feeling stuck and locked in. I wanted to write a story that explored that in a visceral way."
"Stay" available now on Hulu
Zoom in: This supernatural thriller follows a married couple going through a separation while trying to stay alive as supernatural forces invade their home.
Behind the scenes: The film is produced by Andscape, Disney's Black content studio.
"True Haunting" available now on Netflix
The intrigue: James Wan ("Saw") directs this paranormal series about two hauntings, documented by the people who experienced them.
More titles:
"The Chair Company" on HBO Max
- Tim Robinson stars in this comedy series about a man investigating a conspiracy at his workplace. Available Sunday
"Boots" on Netflix
- This comedic drama is inspired by the story of former U.S. Marine Greg Cope White, who served at a time when it was still illegal to be gay in the military. Available now
"Ozzy: No Escape From Now" on Paramount+
- Produced with his family's blessing, the final chapter of Ozzy Osbourne's life and career, including his 2019 accident and battle with Parkinson's disease, is chronicled in this feature-length documentary. Available now
"John Candy: I Like Me" on Prime Video
- This documentary from Colin Hanks (director) and Ryan Reynolds (producer) follows the life, career and loss of actor/comedian John Candy. Available Friday
"Always, Lady London" on Tubi
- This three-part documentary follows Bronx rapper Lady London as she creates her debut album, "To Whom It May Concern." Available Friday
"The Last Frontier" on Apple TV+
- Jason Clarke ("Zero Dark Thirty") stars as a U.S. marshal in Alaska who must lead efforts to round up a group of violent inmates who survive a plane crash. Available Friday
"Is It Cake? Halloween" on Netflix
- Nine cake artists try to trick judges with frighteningly realistic cakes in this Halloween-themed spinoff of "Is It Cake?" hosted by Mikey Day. Available now
"Red Alert" on Paramount+
- This four-part drama series depicts Hamas' Oct. 7, 2023, attacks in Israel, based on survivors' stories. Available now
"Maintenance Required" on Prime Video
- Things get dicey in this romantic comedy when the head of an all-female mechanic shop unknowingly falls for an employee of a competing business across the street. Available now
"Victoria Beckham" on Netflix
- As she prepares to host a show during Paris Fashion Week, the former pop star reflects on her life and career in this three-part documentary. Available now
"Wizards Beyond Waverly Place" Season 2 on Disney+
- The stakes get higher this season as Justin Russo is tasked with training three young wizards, and Billie struggles with the fact that she isn't the only kid with powers in the house. Available now
"The Alabama Solution" on HBO Max
- This documentary investigates claims of misconduct inside an Alabama prison, where the filmmakers learn from the men inside about a suspicious death. Available Friday
"My Father, the BTK Killer" on Netflix
- Kerri Rawson, daughter of notorious serial killer Dennis Rader, reflects on her upbringing and the impact of her father's crimes in this documentary. Available Friday
"Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars" on Apple TV+
- Topjaw co-founder Jesse Burgess travels around the globe, capturing restaurants' pursuit of a Michelin star. Available Friday
"Frankie Quiñones: Damn That's Crazy" on Hulu
- Ali Wong directs this stand-up special in which Quiñones talks about his culture, family, love and addiction. Available Friday
"O'ahu Shores" on Peacock
- This reality series follows a group of friends and Hawaiian locals navigating love, drama and life on the island. Available now
