Check out everything coming to Paramount+ Australia in October 2024, including NCIS: Origins, LIVE A-League football action, and SpongeBob specials.
Paramount+ is set to deliver an exciting slate of TV shows, films, and live sports throughout October 2024. With original series premieres, returning fan favourites, and live coverage of key sporting events, there’s something for every viewer this month.
Football in October
All Month Long
October kicks off with a thrilling month of live football action. The 2024/2025 Isuzu UTE A-League Men’s season returns on Friday, 18 October, with every match from both the Men’s and Women’s leagues streaming live, exclusively on Paramount+. Adding to the excitement, Central Coast Mariners will compete in the AFC Champions League Elite, also available exclusively.
International football fans can catch all the drama of the AFC Asian Qualifiers – Road to 26, including the Subway Socceroos taking on China PR on Thursday, 10 October, and Japan on Tuesday, 15 October. Finally, don’t miss the CommBank Matildas face off against Germany in a not-so-friendly friendly on Tuesday, 29 October.
Dreaming of a Freaking Fairy Tale – Season One
Now Streaming
The new original South Korean romantic comedy, Dreaming of a Freaking Fairy Tale, is available for binge-watching on Paramount+. The show follows Shin Jae-rim (played by Pyo Ye Jin), who dreams of escaping her mundane life to become a modern-day Cinderella. However, her crush, Moon Cha-min (played by Lee Jun Young), is her boss and is engaged to someone else. As Jae-rim navigates this romantic conundrum, she faces the question of whether true happiness lies in love or within herself. Other stars include Song Ji Woo and Kim Hyun Jin.
Aussie Shore – Season One
Thursday, 3 October
Australia’s wildest reality series, Aussie Shore, debuts with a bang. This first-ever Australian edition of the internationally popular “Shores” franchise brings together 11 lively singletons to party and live together in Cairns, Queensland. Expect endless chaos as Charlotte Crosby, the most famous face from Geordie Shore, takes the role of House Boss, guiding the cast through a summer filled with unforgettable, unfiltered antics. Two episodes will drop at launch, followed by weekly releases.
SpongeBob SquarePants: Kreepaway Kamp
Friday, 11 October
Celebrating the 25th anniversary of SpongeBob SquarePants, this all-new Halloween special, SpongeBob SquarePants: Kreepaway Kamp, is sure to entertain fans young and old. In this one-hour feature, beloved characters including SpongeBob, Patrick, and Sandy reunite at Kamp Koral, but spooky occurrences begin as campers mysteriously vanish one by one.
NCIS: Origins – Season One
Tuesday, 15 October
The NCIS universe expands with the prequel series, NCIS: Origins, premiering on Tuesday, 15 October. This new show follows a young Leroy Jethro Gibbs (played by Austin Stowell) in the early days of his career in 1991, with narration by Mark Harmon. The series explores Gibbs’ formation as an agent while working under the legendary Mike Franks (played by Kyle Schmid). On the same day, NCIS returns for its 22nd season, with episodes releasing weekly.
FBI, FBI: Most Wanted, and FBI: International
Wednesday, 16 October
The FBI franchise returns to Paramount+ with all-new seasons across the board. Starting on Wednesday, 16 October, viewers can dive into FBI: Most Wanted (Season Six), FBI (Season Seven), and FBI: International (Season Four), with weekly episodes full of thrilling crime drama.
The Greatest Little Club on Earth
Thursday, 17 October
Paramount+ delves into the storied history of the Central Coast Mariners football club with the exclusive documentary, The Greatest Little Club on Earth. This documentary traces the club’s meteoric rise, subsequent struggles, and recent revival, exploring the unique culture and community support that have defined its journey. Directed by Nick Piper, the film offers an intimate look at the Mariners’ return to form.
Matlock – Season One
Friday, 18 October
Kathy Bates stars as the shrewd but charming lawyer Madeline Matlock in the reboot of the beloved legal drama Matlock. In the series, the now 70-something attorney joins a prestigious law firm using her unassuming nature and sharp mind to tackle cases and outwit her opponents. The series premieres with two episodes, followed by weekly releases.
Elsbeth – Season Two
Friday, 18 October
Quirky attorney Elsbeth Tascioni (played by Carrie Preston) returns for more legal antics in Elsbeth. Season two sees Elsbeth further entrenched in New York City, solving complex cases with her distinctive point of view. Fans of The Good Wife and The Good Fight will recognise this endearing character as she continues to charm her way through the city’s legal system.
Ghosts – Season Four
Friday, 18 October
The hit comedy Ghosts returns for its fourth season. The show, starring Rose McIver as Samantha and Utkarsh Ambudkar as Jay, follows the couple as they try to manage a bed and breakfast filled with quirky ghosts. The season premiere, aptly titled Patience, will introduce new characters and continue the whimsical, supernatural misadventures.
Fire Country – Season Three
Saturday, 19 October
The intense drama Fire Country returns for its third season. The series follows convict-turned-firefighter Bode Donovan as he works with both professional firefighters and fellow inmates to battle wildfires in Northern California. Season three promises more high-stakes rescues and personal drama, beginning with a helicopter crash at a wedding.
Poppa’s House – Season One
Tuesday, 22 October
Comedy legends Damon Wayans and Damon Wayans Jr. star in the new sitcom Poppa’s House. Poppa, a retired talk-radio host, faces challenges both at work, where a new female co-host shakes things up, and at home, as he helps his son navigate adulthood. This multi-camera comedy blends family dynamics and workplace hijinks for plenty of laughs.
Star Trek: Lower Decks – Season Five
Thursday, 24 October
The hit animated series Star Trek: Lower Decks returns for its final season, starting with two episodes on Thursday, 24 October. The series follows the junior officers of the U.S.S. Cerritos as they face both mundane and monumental challenges in the Starfleet universe. This season promises an exciting conclusion as the crew prepares for potential promotions and new challenges.
Lioness – Season Two
Sunday, 27 October
From Taylor Sheridan, the creator of Yellowstone, comes the second season of the espionage thriller Lioness. Zoe Saldaña, Nicole Kidman, and Morgan Freeman star in this series, which follows the CIA’s covert Lioness program. This season sees Joe (Saldaña) and her team confronting threats closer to home, with new operatives joining the mission. Expect high-stakes drama and personal sacrifices as the team battles international terror.
Max & The Midknights – Season One
Wednesday, 30 October
Rounding off October’s line-up is the brand-new animated series Max & The Midknights, premiering on Wednesday, 30 October. Based on Lincoln Peirce’s bestselling books, the show follows 10-year-old Max, who dreams of becoming a knight and embarks on an epic quest with friends to save the Kingdom of Byjovia. Expect a fun-filled adventure packed with humour and heart.
With a wide variety of offerings in October, from football to drama, comedy, and children’s programming, Paramount+ is sure to keep Australian viewers entertained all month long.
