What to watch tonight: 39 new shows and movies just added to Netflix, HBO Max, Peacock and more (Oct. 15)

Introduction to Tonight's Streaming Choices

When it comes to deciding what to watch, it can get overwhelming. Fast. There are so many options out there, with dozens of new shows and movies added every day across the best streaming services. If you want to bypass the endless scrolling and get straight to the good stuff, here is a curated TV guide featuring the top picks and the complete streaming schedule for tonight, October 15.

Top Picks to Stream Tonight

1. 'The Diplomat' (Season 4 Premiere) — Netflix

Genre: Political drama-thriller series

Kate Wyler’s (Keri Russell) carefully negotiated peace between the US and UK crumbles after a catastrophic incident. Meanwhile, President Grace Penn (Allison Janney) and Vice President Hal Wyler’s (Rufus Sewell) secret plot to steal Russia’s most powerful weapon threatens to push America toward war. As Kate fights to contain the international crisis and save her marriage, she joins forces with an uneasy ally to stop the dangerous conspiracy. It's a must-watch for fans of political thrillers, delivering gripping international conspiracies, shocking twists, and standout performances.

2. 'Crystal Lake' (Series Premiere) — Peacock

Genre: Horror series

Set before the original 'Friday the 13th', 'Crystal Lake' explores the tragic events that transform Pamela Voorhees (Linda Cardellini) into one of horror's most infamous killers. Nearly a year after her young son Jason drowns at summer camp, Pamela remains consumed by grief. When two strangers arrive investigating her past, a disturbing chain of events unfolds, exposing dark secrets and slasher thrills.

3. 'Percy Jackson and The Lightning Thief' (2010) — Tubi

Genre: Fantasy adventure movie

When teenager Percy Jackson (Logan Lerman) discovers he's the son of Greek sea god Poseidon, his ordinary life takes a mythical turn. Accused of stealing Zeus' powerful lightning bolt, Percy embarks on a dangerous cross-country quest with his friends to recover the weapon, rescue his kidnapped mother from the Underworld, and prevent a devastating war between the Olympian gods.

Complete Streaming Schedule for Thursday, Oct 15

Here is everything coming to streaming today, broken down by platform:

• NETFLIX: 'Hollywood Arts', 'The Diplomat' (Season 4 Premiere), 'Balaraw: Blood Island', 'The Storm', 'Garuda: Dare To Dream', 'Terry McMillan Presents: Preach, Pray, Love', 'Transformers One'
• PRIME VIDEO: Thursday Night Football: Seattle Seahawks vs. Denver Broncos (8:15 p.m. ET)
• PARAMOUNT+: 'South Park' (Season 29 new episode), UEFA Europa League matches
• HBO MAX: 'Corregidora: The Darkest Night in Mexican Soccer', 'Untold Stories of the ER' (Season 14), MLB American League game
• HULU: 'Abbott Elementary', 'American Horror Story: 13', 'Scrubs', 'Shark Tank', 'Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?'
• PEACOCK: 'Crystal Lake' (Series Premiere), 2026 World Aquatics Swimming World Cup
• TUBI: 'Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief', 'The Royals' (Seasons 1-4)
• SHUDDER: 'Etheria Film Night 2026'