Patch Living: Your October Entertainment Guide

Fall is in full swing, but pumpkin picking and hayrides aren't the only activities to look forward to this season. October offers plenty on the entertainment front, from highly anticipated fall movies to the new book releases.

Hoping to be spooked this season? Head to Netflix for Jack Nicholson's classic thriller "The Shining," among other horror options. If you're looking for something a little more charming, Reese Witherspoon's memoir "Whiskey in a Teacup" is the read for you.

Plus, don't miss out on all the flicks hitting the big screen this fall including "A Star Is Born," starring fan-favorites Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga.

Here's the scoop on all things making headlines this October:

The Most Anticipated Movies Of Fall 2018

Avid moviegoers, you're in luck this fall! There's an array of new movie releases on the way to warm you up for the season.

Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga have teamed up for the leading roles in "A Star Is Born," an intimate story of two artistic souls intertwined in love, stardom and suffering. Meanwhile, Jamie Lee Curtis reprises her iconic role as Lorie Strode in the "Halloween" sequel.

Some other stars and films we're dying to see this fall include Saoirse Ronan and Margot Robbie as 16th century monarchs in “Mary, Queen of Scots,” Emily Blunt as the magical nanny in “Mary Poppins Returns,” and Julia Roberts, who portrays a mother's unconditional love in “Ben Is Back.” See the rest of the list here.

What's New On Netflix?

With Halloween creeping up on us, it's no surprise that the horror genre is taking center stage on the streaming platform this month. Among the bone-chilling new releases are Jack Nicholson's classic thriller "The Shining" and Al Pacino's spooky mystery "The Devil's Advocate." There are even some spooky Netflix originals headed our way, including the series premieres of "The Chilling Adventures Of Sabrina" and "The Haunting Of Hill House."

If you're not the horror movie type, fear not: You can stream comedies like Monty Python's cult classic "Life Of Brian," as well as Adam Sandler's "Billy Madison" and "Anger Management." See the rest of Netflix's October offerings here.

Your October Reading List

What better way to enjoy fall than by snuggling up with a good read? Luckily, October has plenty of entertaining titles in store, from chilling mysteries to captivating love stories.

Nicholas Sparks fans will be delighted to learn that his latest novel "Every Breath" has arrived. The romance novel chronicles a chance encounter between Hope Anderson, a 36-year-old woman at a crossroads and Tru Walls, a Zimbabwean safari guide. Will their unlikely relationship survive their family struggles?

Another can't-miss read is Reese Witherspoon's memoir "Whiskey in a Teacup," which invites readers into her charming world of southern style, parties, and traditions. Mystery lovers should check out Sarah Pinborough's suspenseful thriller, "Cross Her Heart: A Novel." See the full reading list here.

Image Credit: Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper attend the UK premiere of “A Star Is Born” on September 27, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Tim P. Whitby/Warner Bros)