M-Net Sunday Night Movies: October 2026

October's Sunday nights on M-Net bring a cartel-war action thriller, a Colleen Hoover romance, a true-life boxing drama and a hot-air balloon nightmare. Here is the full line-up of Sunday night movies on M-Net (DStv channel 101) this month, with the date, cast and story for each film.

M-Net Sunday Night Movies in October 2026: The Line-Up

• 4 October: Brothers Under Fire
• 11 October: Reminders of Him
• 18 October: Giant
• 25 October: Turbulence

4 October: Brothers Under Fire

Kiefer Sutherland stars as Captain Jordan Wright, a career officer whose squadron travels to Mexico for a comrade's wedding. The celebration turns to carnage when a ruthless cartel attacks the guests. With survivors scattered and hostile terrain closing in, Wright must lead his men to safety as open war erupts between his squad and the cartel. Ashton Sanders and Omar Chaparro co-star in this relentless action thriller.

11 October: Reminders of Him

Kenna walks out of prison determined to rebuild her life and meet the young daughter she has never known. The girl's grandparents refuse every attempt at contact, and the town shuns her. Only Ledger, a local bar owner and former NFL player, offers her kindness. As their secret romance deepens, so do the risks for both. Maika Monroe and Tyriq Withers lead this emotional adaptation of Colleen Hoover's bestselling novel.

18 October: Giant

From a Sheffield gym to the world stage, Giant tells the true story of British-Yemeni boxer Prince Naseem Hamed. Amir El-Masry plays the swaggering featherweight, and Pierce Brosnan stars as Irish trainer Brendan Ingle, who spots his talent and shapes his unorthodox style. Together they storm to a world title while facing the racism and Islamophobia of 1980s and '90s Britain. Sylvester Stallone executive produces.

25 October: Turbulence

Married couple Zach and Emmy book a hot-air balloon flight over the Alps to rekindle their relationship. When a mysterious third passenger, Julia, joins them and pilot Harry, the trip turns sinister. Secrets surface thousands of metres above the ground while a storm closes in and the balloon spirals out of control. Kelsey Grammer, Olga Kurylenko, Hera Hilmar and Jeremy Irvine star in this tense psychological thriller.

Frequently Asked Questions

What movies are showing on M-Net on Sunday nights in October 2026? M-Net screens Brothers Under Fire on 4 October, Reminders of Him on 11 October, Giant on 18 October and Turbulence on 25 October.

Which channel shows the Sunday night movie? The Sunday night movie airs on M-Net, channel 101 on DStv at 20:05.

Which October movie is based on a true story? Giant, on 18 October, tells the true story of boxing champion Prince Naseem Hamed and his trainer, Brendan Ingle.

Which October movie is based on a book? Reminders of Him, on 11 October, adapts Colleen Hoover's bestselling novel of the same name.

Plan Your Sunday Nights

Check the DStv TV Guide for exact start times and repeat screenings, and tune in to M-Net every Sunday this October.

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