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Halloween weekend is here, which means spooky season is getting its final curtain call before November brings a fresh batch of streaming treats. Whether you're in the mood for a chilling thriller, a post-apocalyptic survival story or some high-society scheming, the best new movies and shows to watch this weekend are waiting on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max and other streaming services , plus broadcast and cable.

As Tom’s Guide’s streaming editor, I’ve curated and ranked this weekend’s biggest new releases so you can skip the endless scrolling and get straight to the good stuff. “Verity” promises psychological twists with a side of literary intrigue, while “The Dog Stars” imagines a world where survival is the only goal.…