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For the U.S. week of October 12–18, 2026, notable scheduled releases include The Lowdown season 2 on Hulu, Love Is Blind season 11 on Netflix, VisionQuest on Disney+, and new films on Prime Video and Apple TV. This is a selected roundup, not a measured ranking of the week’s biggest shows; the schedules reviewed do not provide comparable audience figures. Release dates and catalogs can differ by country.
Notable releases, October 12–18
| Date | Title | Service or channel | Release details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, October 12 | The Lowdown, season 2 | Hulu | Two-episode premiere listed for 6 p.m. PT in Disney’s October announcement. FX separately lists an October 14 season premiere on its channel; see the note below. |
| Monday, October 12 | Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill, season 1 | Hulu | Hulu Press lists the complete first season as arriving. Hulu’s schedule |
| Tuesday, October 13 | Love Is Blind, season 11 | Netflix | TVLine’s October calendar lists a five-episode premiere. Netflix’s title page confirms the series and its 2026 season, but does not independently establish the date or episode count in the materials reviewed. TVLine’s October calendar; Netflix title page |
| Wednesday, October 14 | VisionQuest | Disney+ | Listed in the October schedule as a two-episode premiere. Check Disney+’s current listing for the episode-drop details. Tom’s Guide October schedule |
| Wednesday, October 14 | Love of Your Life | Prime Video | Listed as an original movie in the October schedule. Tom’s Guide October schedule |
| Thursday, October 15 | The Diplomat, season 4 | Netflix | An October streaming roundup identifies this as the premiere date. Tom’s Guide October streaming roundup |
| Friday, October 16 | Tenzing | Apple TV | Listed as an Apple TV original movie in the October schedule. Tom’s Guide October schedule |
Why The Lowdown has two dates
The platform-specific listings do not give one universal premiere date. Disney’s October announcement says the two-episode season 2 premiere arrives on Hulu October 12 at 6 p.m. PT. FX’s official show page says, “SEASON TWO PREMIERES OCTOBER 14 ON FX,” without specifying a time in the listing reviewed. Treat October 12 as the Hulu date and October 14 as the FX date rather than combining them.
What is—and is not—covered
The selected releases span Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, Prime Video, Apple TV, and FX. Although the headline refers to HBO and Apple TV+, the schedules reviewed do not establish a complete HBO slate for this particular week, so this is not an exhaustive guide to either HBO or any other service. The cited listings are U.S.-facing, and the available material does not establish a global release schedule. Dates may change, so check the service’s current listing close to viewing.
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West Bend Theater Crazy Popcorn Machine, Nonstick Kettle, 4 Qt., Red
- 16-CUP CAPACITY: 4 QT of delicious movie theater style popcorn, ideal for family movie night. Bags included
- ONE-TOUCH KETTLE RELEASE: One-touch kettle release effortlessly empties all popped popcorn into the unit
- MAGNETIC KETTLE: Easy-to-use magnetic kettle cover attaches to the top of the machine for easy filling and emptying
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West Bend Theater Crazy Popcorn Machine, Non-stick Kettle for Movie Theater Popcorn, Measuring Cup & Spoon, 4 Qt., Black
- FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: The 4-quart Theater Popcorn Machine is perfect for snacking while binge-watching your favorite shows
- FRESH THEATER POPCORN: Cabinet holds up to 4 quarts of popped popcorn, with tilt door for easy serving
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- CONVENIENT FEATURES: Removable nonstick popping kettle tilts for easy popcorn removal. Magnetic kettle cover sticks to the top to stay out of the way
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Dash Fresh Pop Popcorn Maker, Electric Hot Air Popper, 16-Cup, Aqua
- Skip the Oil, Not the Crunch: Make fresh, fluffy air popped popcorn in about 3 minutes with this hot air popcorn popper; no oil means a lighter, feel-good snack anytime.
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Nostalgia Vintage Hot-Air Popcorn Maker Machine - Makes Up to 12 Cups - Oil-Free - Healthier Popcorn - Classic Stand-Up Cart With Wheels - Includes Kernel Measuring Cup - Red
- HEALTHY SNACKING: Our tabletop popcorn maker pops kernels using hot air instead of oil for a healthier snack. The unique popping chamber design creates a swirling airflow that results in fewer unpopped kernels.
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- KITS AND SUPPLIES: This popcorn popper machine works with all Nostalgia popcorn kits. Try it with our Theater Hot Air and Kettle Kit and Seasoning Packs for the complete movie theater experience.
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West Bend Stir Crazy Hot Oil Popcorn Popper, Popcorn Maker Machine with Large Serving Bowl Lid and Stirring Rod Perfect for Movie Night Snack Time or Parties, 6-Quart, Red
- Popcorn Popper Machine: Make enough popcorn to treat the entire family from the comfort of home; This popcorn machine makes up to 6 quarts of popcorn in minutes
- Convenient Features: This countertop popcorn machine features heat-resistant handles and a clear vented cover with a butter cap that doubles as a 6-quart popcorn bowl
- Premium Performance: This tabletop popcorn machine comes equipped with a motorized stirring rod that produces larger kernels and more pops per batch; Automatic reversal function prevents kernels from getting stuck
- Easy To Clean and Use: Nonstick coated popping plate wipes clean easily
- Simple Storage: Nesting design allows for storage in most any space and includes a built-in no-tangle cord wrap
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