With The Iris Affair, IT: Welcome To Derry and Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy, Sky and NOW have an epic October in store!
Get set for an epic October on Sky and NOW. A stacked lineup is waiting to bring you into the autumn months. We’ll see the launch of a new original drama starring Tom Hollander and Niamh Algar. It is the globe-trotting thriller The Iris Affair. The world of Stephen King’s horror masterpiece expands onto our screens. This happens in the chilling IT: Welcome to Derry. Sky Documentaries reopens the file on one of Britain’s most infamous cold cases in The Essex Murders: Who Killed Goldfinger?. For those about to rock, we salute you – Never Mind the Buzzcocks is back for a fifth series. And on Sky Cinema, we see the return of a beloved romcom series with Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy. Moreover, something big is on its way. Sky Original film GROW promises madcap pumpkin fun for all the family.
The Iris Affair
When enigmatic genius Iris Nixon (Niamh Algar) cracks a string of complex online puzzles, she’s led to a piazza in Florence. There, she meets charismatic entrepreneur Cameron Beck (Tom Hollander). He invites her to work for him to unlock a powerful and top-secret technology. Her curiosity piqued, she accepts. However, when Iris discovers its dangerous potential, she steals the journal containing the device’s activation sequence—and vanishes. What follows is a relentless pursuit from a remote cabin in Sardinia through the bustling streets of Rome. Cameron races to find Iris. It is a high-stakes game where trust is dangerous. Meanwhile, failure could be catastrophic.
IT: Welcome to Derry
Set in the world of Stephen King’s “IT” universe, IT: Welcome to Derry expands the vision established by filmmaker Andy Muschietti. This vision was part of his two-part feature film adaptation. These were released in 2017 and 2019.
The Essex Murders: Who Killed Goldfinger?
On June 24, 2015, John “Goldfinger” Palmer, one of Britain’s most notorious criminals, was found dead in his garden in Essex. Although police initially thought he had died of natural causes, they later determined that the case was being treated as a professional hit. Twenty-eight years earlier, Palmer faced trial for his involvement in the infamous Brink’s-Mat robbery but was acquitted. He amassed a fortune so big that at one point, he was ranked alongside the Queen in the Sunday Times Rich List. However, he was finally jailed for timeshare fraud in 2001.
As the 10th anniversary of his unsolved murder approaches, this new series re-examines his life and death, featuring exclusive testimony from some of Palmer’s closest associates and family members, speaking for the first time. Private investigations firm TMEye – fresh from reinvestigating the Essex Boys murder case, which assisted in launching the CCRC to review the convictions – will lead viewers on a hunt spanning multiple countries.
Never Mind the Buzzcocks – Series 5
Drop a beat and start humming that intro. Never Mind the Buzzcocks is back for series five! Host Greg Davies returns as the ringmaster of rock n’ roll. He is joined by team captains Noel Fielding and Sophie Willan. Regular panellist Jamali Maddix returns too. Back by popular demand, special themed episodes feature guest captains. On the playlist, this time are episodes devoted to the 1980s and 90s Pop. Fresh from the summer of Oasis, a battle between Britpop and Madchester also features. Guest captains include Pepsi & Shirlie, Melanie Blatt, and the forever chaotic Bez. Among the other guests providing back-up vocals, this series will be Matt Goss, PinkPantheress, Boyzone, and Jamie Demetriou. Also featured are Tom Grennan, Jessie J, Sam Ryder, Tinie Tempah. Debbie Gibson and every member of 5ive act as a single entity.
The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon – Season 3
The Walking Dead universe returns to our screens for the third installment of Daryl Dixon’s post-apocalyptic odyssey. Season three follows Daryl (Norman Reedus) and Carol (Melissa McBride) as they continue their journey. They aim to somehow return home and to the ones they love. As they struggle to find their way back, the path takes them farther astray. Leading them through distant lands with ever-changing and unfamiliar conditions. They witness the various effects of the Walker apocalypse.
Portraist Artist of the Year 2025
Portrait Artist of the Year returns for its 12th edition. Another set of brilliant artists take on the challenge of capturing a veritable rogues’ gallery of famous faces. They pursue the top prize – a commission from a leading exhibitor worth £10,000. Amongst those sitting for the artists this year will be Alex Jones, Yungblud, James May, Clara Amfo, Jack Dee, Tim Peake, Mary Berry, and many more.
Love Scam: An Unbelievable Fraud
Love Scam tells the story of an unbelievable fraud. Matthias meets a successful and charismatic lawyer who is about to be appointed to the European Court of Justice. A hot flirtation turns into a solid relationship based on love and trust. Or so it seems. When the signs that the man of his dreams is leading a double life as a cheat become more apparent, Matthias sticks by him despite warnings from his friends and family. Until he realises that he himself is at the centre of a web of lies that his partner has built up through emotional manipulation and financial exploitation. Matthias gets to know other victims and looks into the human abyss of his supposedly closest confidant.
Saturday Night Live – Season 51
Get ready for a fresh batch of hosts and musical guests… Live from New York, it’s Saturday Night! Stretching into its second half-century, the US late-night comedy institution returns to Sky ahead of the launch of the highly anticipated UK edition next year. Last season saw high-profile names like Scarlett Johansson, Jean Smart, Ariana Grande, Michael Keaton, Charli XCX, Chris Rock, Martin Short, Jack Black and Lady Gaga all take on the mantle of host. At the same time, mega artists including Bad Bunny, Chappell Roan, Jelly Roll, Coldplay, Billie Eilish, and Elton John all provided musical support.
COMING TO SKY CINEMA
Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy
Bridget Jones navigates life as a widow and single mum with the help of her family, friends, and former lover, Daniel. Back to work and on the apps, she’s pursued by a younger man and maybe – just maybe – her son’s science teacher.
GROW
GROW is a heart-warming tale of pumpkins, sabotage, and unlikely family bonds. A no-nonsense farmer in the self-proclaimed ‘Pumpkin Capital of the World’ takes in her estranged niece, Charlie, who decides to enter the local pumpkin growing competition. As Charlie uses her unusual plant powers to nurture her pumpkin “Peter”, she grows closer to the town, the farm, and her new way of life. Starring Golda Rosheuvel (Bridgerton), Nick Frost (Harry Potter, How To Train Your Dragon), Priya-Rose Brookwell (The Lazarus Project), Dominic McLaughlin (HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter series), Jane Horrocks (Bloods), Jeremy Swift (Ted Lasso), Joe Wilkinson (After Life), Tim McInnerny (Gladiator II), Alan Carr (Nativity!), Kathryn Drysdale (Bridgerton), Fisayo Akinade (Heartstopper) and Sharon Rooney (My Mad Fat Diary).
Companion
During a weekend getaway at a secluded lakeside estate, a group of friends finds themselves entangled in a web of secrets, deception, and advanced technology. As tensions rise and loyalties are tested, they uncover unsettling truths about themselves and the world around them.
Dog Man
When a faithful police dog and his human police officer owner are injured together on the job, a harebrained but life-saving surgery fuses the two of them together, and Dog Man is born. Dog Man is sworn to protect and serve – and fetch, sit and roll over. As Dog Man embraces his new identity and strives to impress his Chief (Lil Rel Howery, Get Out, Free Guy), he must stop the pretty evil plots of feline supervillain Petey the Cat (Pete Davidson; Saturday Night Live, The King of Staten Island).
Black Bag
From director Steven Soderbergh, Black Bag is a gripping spy drama about legendary intelligence agents George Woodhouse and his beloved wife Kathryn. When she is suspected of betraying the nation, George faces the ultimate test – loyalty to his marriage or his country. Starring Cate Blanchett, Michael Fassbender, Marisa Abela, Tom Burke and Naomie Harris.
Code 3
A pair of overworked, underpaid paramedics face a wild 24-hour shift when one quits and must train his rookie replacement. What begins as a routine day spirals into a chaotic ride full of emergencies, absurd encounters, and unexpected truths about life on the front lines. Starring Rainn Wilson (The Office US) and Lil Rel Howery (Get Out).
Presence
A couple and their children move into a seemingly normal suburban home. When strange events occur, they begin to believe there is something else in the house with them. The presence is about to disrupt their lives in unimaginable ways. Starring Lucy Liu and Julia Fox, from director Steven Soderbergh.
Lake George
Tasked by mobsters with putting an end to Phyllis'(Carrie Coon) life, Don (Shea Wigham) is unable to pull the trigger, and instead, the two set off on a road trip that evolves into something much more. Phyllis has her own designs and proposes a little tag team action to Don: combine forces to steal all the money from the people who want her dead.
BEST OF SKY ON DEMAND
Sky Cinema Halloween – A Monologue by Vincent Price
Darkness falls across the land;
The midnight hour is close at hand;
The screen ignites with fear and flame;
On Sky Cinema, none leave the same.
From Nosferatu’s ghastly glare;
To Annabelle, her lifeless stare…;
A crimson balloon floats down the hall;
IT is waiting, teeth and all.
Heart Eyes watches, sweet yet sly;
But love like this will make you die;
And Smile 2, oh, grin with dread…;
For once it starts, you’re surely dead.
On Sky Cinema, the terror’s true;
A haunted feast prepared for you;
So before the inevitable fade to black;
Remember, the horror watches back!
Halloween on Sky Kids – Spooky Fun for Boils and Ghouls
I’ll level with you, resurrecting Vincent Price for that Sky Cinema Halloween monologue was not cheap. But we had just enough budget left over to bring back some old friends this spooky season, with Pip and Posey’s Spooktacular Party and Happy Town. Pumpkin Party premieres on Sky Kids. And over on Sky Cinema, we’ll see the very welcome return of our favourite green ogre in Shrek Forever After. As well as some fiendish family-friendly Halloween fun in both Goosebumps and Goosebumps 2. So for ghostly goings on this October, who you gonna call? (Vincent Price, apparently.)
COMING SOON
Saturday Night Live UK
Sweetpea – Series 2
Prisoner
All Her Fault
The Good Daughter
The Trip to the Northern Lights
Rob & Romesh Vs – Series 8
Gemma Collins: Four Weddings and a Baby
The Dyers’ Caravan Park (w/t)
The Death of Bunny Monro
A League of Their Own – Series 20
Landscape Artist of the Year – Series 11
Amadeus
WAR
Under Salt Marsh
Tinsel Town
The Day of the Jackal – Series 2
Plan your October viewing now on Sky and NOW.
Introducing Carl! As the News Editor at Future of the Force, Carl has been an invaluable member of our team since early 2016. His expertise and dedication have made him an integral part of our editorial staff. Beyond his professional role, Carl is a fervent supporter of Liverpool F.C. and an avid follower of pop culture. He has a deep passion for Halloween, Friday the 13th, and the iconic movie franchises Star Wars and Star Trek.
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