DStv Movies & Series October 2026 Highlights

News 01 October 2026

Fresh local stories, international hits and world-class sport come together in a month packed with endless movies and series.

DStv Movies & Series October 2026 Highlights

When it comes to must-watch entertainment, this month delivers plenty of reasons to stay glued to your screen.

Alongside the highly anticipated local thriller Invisible, based on Deon Meyer's bestselling novel Blood Safari, M-Net's international line-up includes Hit Point, the new season of The Real Housewives of New York City, The Fortune Hotel and Power Book IV: Force.

Lifestyle fans can also enjoy a range of entertaining shows, including The Great American Baking Show, where talented home bakers compete for baking glory, and Bobby Flay's The Line, which takes viewers inside the high-pressure world of restaurant kitchens.

For docuseries lovers, you're in for a treat as Toxic explores relationships that spiralled into manipulation, abuse and tragedy, while 7/7: Homegrown Terror revisits the events and aftermath of the 2005 London bombings.

These are just some of the standout titles joining a packed month of viewing.

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Sunday night movies

Brothers Under Fire

Starring Kiefer Sutherland as Captain Jordan Wright, this action thriller follows a decorated U.S. Army officer known for leading high-risk missions in some of the world's most dangerous conflict zones. While attending a wedding in Mexico, Jordan's celebration is violently interrupted when a ruthless drug cartel launches a deadly attack. With innocent lives at stake, he must draw on his military training to lead a group of survivors to safety. As tensions escalate into an all-out battle between his team and the cartel, Jordan is forced into a relentless fight for survival and a desperate mission to protect those in his care.

Watch Brothers Under Fire on Sunday, 4 October at 8PM on M-Net channel 101

Reminders of Him

Adapted from Colleen Hoover's bestselling novel, this romantic drama follows Kenna Rowan (Maika Monroe), a young woman determined to rebuild her life after serving time in prison. Returning home, she hopes to reconnect with the daughter she left behind but faces rejection from those still scarred by a tragic accident from her past. As Kenna fights for redemption, she develops a complicated relationship with Ledger Ward (Tyriq Withers), a man whose ties to her late boyfriend threaten to reopen old wounds and complicate her path forward.

Watch Reminders of Him on Sunday, 11 October at 8PM on M-Net channel 101

Turbulence

This gripping survival thriller follows a married couple who set out on a hot-air balloon excursion over Italy's breathtaking Dolomite Mountains in the hope of rekindling their relationship. However, when an unexpected third passenger joins the journey, the trip takes a dangerous turn high above the ground. Faced with life-threatening challenges at an altitude of 5,000 metres, the couple must rely on their courage, determination and trust in one another to survive. The film stars Hera Hilmar, Jeremy Irvine, Kelsey Grammer and Olga Kurylenko.

Watch Turbulence on Sunday, 18 October at 8PM on M-Net channel 101

Binge-worthy series

Hit Point

This six-part crime thriller follows detectives Leo and Bella as an investigation draws them deep into the heart of West London's criminal underworld. As they pursue dangerous leads and unravel a web of organised crime, the case begins to blur the line between their professional duties and personal lives. Faced with shocking twists, betrayals and mounting pressure, the pair must navigate a world where trust is scarce and every decision carries deadly consequences.

Watch Hit Point from Monday, 26 October at 8PM on M-Net channel 101

Power Book Force IV: Force

Power Book IV: Force follows Tommy Egan as he leaves New York behind and sets his sights on Chicago, determined to build a new criminal empire on his own terms. Using his outsider status to challenge the city's established power structures, Tommy works to become one of the most influential figures in the drug trade. In the new season, his growing ambition places him on an increasingly dangerous path, putting loyal alliances under strain and threatening the safety of those closest to him as rivalries intensify and the stakes grow higher.

Watch Power Book Force IV: Force S3 from Monday, 12 October at 10PM on M-Net channel 101

The Great American Baking Show

Home bakers from across the United States step into the iconic baking tent to compete for the prestigious title of America's best amateur baker. Hosts Casey Wilson and Zach Cherry welcome a new group of contestants as judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith challenge them with a series of demanding technical and creative bakes. From soda breads and elaborate sculptural creations to crème caramels and intricate jelly art, the competition pushes the bakers to their limits. As the weeks progress, only the most talented contestants remain, with the finalists facing their toughest challenges yet in pursuit of the championship title.

The Great American Baking Show S8 from Monday, 26 October at 8PM on BBC Lifestyle channel 174

Shakespeare and Hathaway

The crime-comedy drama follows private investigators Frank Hathaway (Mark Benton), a down-on-his-luck former detective, and Luella Shakespeare (Jo Joyner), an ex-hairdresser turned sleuth, as they tackle a series of unusual cases in Stratford-upon-Avon. This season begins with the pair working separately after a disagreement threatens their partnership. From a mysterious dating agency and British Fashion Week drama to an AI detective and a bizarre case involving hypnosis, Frank and Lu must navigate ten quirky mysteries before finding their way back to working together.

Watch Shakespeare and Hathaway S6 from Monday, 19 October at 8PM on BBC Brit channel 120

Playing Nice

Set against the dramatic Cornish coastline, this gripping drama follows two couples whose lives are turned upside down when they discover their toddlers were accidentally switched at birth. Faced with an unimaginable decision, they must choose between the children they have raised and loved as their own and the biological children they never knew. As emotions run high, the revelation tests relationships, identities and the true meaning of family.

Watch Playing Nice from Wednesday, 28 November on M-Net channel 101

Home, food & inspiration

Bobby Flay’s the Line

Celebrity chef and restaurateur Bobby Flay pulls back the curtain on one of the most demanding environments in the food industry: the restaurant line. Teaming up with acclaimed chefs Antonia Lofaso, Michael Jenkins and Claudette Zepeda, Bobby's hand-picked squad goes head-to-head with some of the country's top restaurant teams. With real diners, real orders and no room for mistakes, both sides must deliver a flawless dinner service under pressure. If the visiting restaurant team comes out on top, they'll walk away with a $25,000 prize and ultimate bragging rights.

Watch Bobby Flay’s the Line S1 from Monday, 26 October at 5PM on Food Network channel 175

Crashers

Jonathan Knight, best known as a member of New Kids on the Block, hosts this feel-good renovation series that delivers life-changing home makeovers in just 72 hours. Surprising unsuspecting homeowners in everyday places such as coffee shops, furniture stores and hardware outlets, Knight offers them a free renovation with a catch: the work begins immediately, they have no input on the design and they must leave the property until the reveal. With tight deadlines and plenty of surprises, each transformation turns an ordinary space into something completely unexpected.

Watch Crashers S1 from Saturday, 2 October at 10PM on HGTV channel 177

Real stories, lasting impact

Toxic

Hosted by investigative journalist Elizabeth Chambers, this gripping docuseries examines relationships that spiralled from romance into manipulation, abuse and, in some cases, deadly consequences. Through first-hand accounts from survivors, loved ones and family members, each episode unpacks the warning signs and complex dynamics behind toxic relationships. Drawing on her own experiences with unhealthy relationships, Chambers guides viewers through these emotional stories, exploring how love can sometimes take a dangerous turn.

Watch Toxic S2 from Friday, 16 October at 9PM on ID channel 171

7/7: Homegrown Terror

This three-part documentary series marks the 20th anniversary of the 7 July 2005 London bombings, revisiting one of the deadliest terrorist attacks in modern British history. Through survivor testimonies, expert analysis and archival footage, it examines the coordinated attacks on London's transport network that claimed 52 lives and injured more than 700 people. The series also explores the radicalisation of the four British men responsible, shedding new light on the events leading up to the bombings and their lasting impact on the United Kingdom.

Watch 7/7: Homegrown Terror S1 from Saturday, 3 October at 9PM on M-Net channel 101

Where reality meets drama

The Fortune Hotel

British actor and comedian Stephen Mangan hosts this high-stakes game show where 10 pairs of contestants arrive at the Fortune Hotel with identical briefcases, unaware that only one contains the £250,000 jackpot. As the competition unfolds, teams take part in a series of challenges designed to uncover who may be holding the winning case. With suspicion, strategy and deception at play, contestants must outwit their rivals and protect their own fortunes as they battle for the chance to walk away with the life-changing cash prize.

Watch The Fortune Hotel S2 from Tuesday, 6 October at 6PM on M-Net channel 101

The Real Housewives of NYC

In New York City, a dynamic group of ambitious women navigate friendship, family life and luxury in one of the world's most fast-paced cities. This season sees Sai De Silva, Erin Lichy and Jessel Taank joined by newcomers Hailey Glassman, Erika Hammond and Daisy Toye, alongside the return of original cast member Carole Radziwill. While glamorous events, stylish outings and lavish dinners set the scene, strong personalities and differing opinions soon spark tension, leading to dramatic confrontations and plenty of unforgettable moments.

Watch The Real Housewives of NYC S16 from Saturday, 10 October at 7PM on M-Net channel 101

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