‘Dracula Untold’ and Every Other Movie and TV Show Leaving Netflix and Hulu This Week

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Several movies and shows are leaving Hulu and Netflix soon, and this week’s selections include everything from sci-fi horror and hard-hitting documentaries to a Canadian teen comedy and a new take on the Dracula story. Here’s a quick guide to each title – what it’s about and who created it – to help you decide what to watch before it’s gone.

Every listing provides a summary of the story, as well as important information about who made it, like the director, writers, and actors. We also clearly state when the show or movie will be removed from the service – you’ll find this date and the streaming platform mentioned once within each description, specifically for the week of October 13th to October 19th.

‘Kids vs. Aliens’ (2023)

Jason Eisener’s new movie takes the short alien invasion story from the ‘V/H/S/2’ anthology and turns it into a full-length horror film. Siblings Gary and Samantha host a Halloween party that’s unexpectedly invaded by aliens, and they must work with their friends to survive and fight back. Dominic Mariche plays Gary, and Phoebe Rex plays Samantha, alongside a cast including Calem MacDonald, Asher Grayson Percival, and Ben Tector as the kids caught up in the terrifying events.

Jason Eisener directed and edited ‘Kids vs. Aliens,’ while John Davies co-wrote the script with Eisener. Andrew Gordon Macpherson composed the music, and the film was produced by Josh Goldbloom, Brad Miska, Jason Levangie, and Rob Cotterill. It will no longer be available on Hulu after Monday, October 13th.

‘Abandoned’ (2022)

This scary psychological thriller tells the story of new parents who move to a secluded farmhouse. The mother is struggling after giving birth, and the house has a dark past. Starring Emma Roberts and John Gallagher Jr., the film follows their descent into paranoia and fear, heightened by the unsettling presence of a neighbor played by Michael Shannon. The story explores the effects of isolation and lack of sleep, as the couple begins to suspect the house is making the mother’s mental state even worse.

Spencer Squire directed the film, and Erik Patterson and Jessica Scott wrote the script. Michelle Osis composed the music, and Vertical Entertainment and Wildling Pictures produced it. ‘Abandoned’ will no longer be available on Hulu after Tuesday, October 14th.

‘Bitterbrush’ (2022)

‘Bitterbrush’ is a personal documentary that follows Hollyn Patterson and Colie Moline as they work as range riders in the mountains of Idaho. The film captures a full season of cattle work, showing the challenges of long rides and tough weather, as well as the peaceful moments around the campfire. It highlights the skills and dangers of the job, the daily routines of caring for cattle and horses, and the thoughtful decisions Hollyn and Colie make about their futures.

Emelie Mahdavian directed ‘Bitterbrush,’ with Derek Howard and Alejandro Mejía handling the cinematography and Curtiss Clayton co-editing alongside Mahdavian. The film was produced by Confluential Films and supported by Concordia Studio. It will no longer be available on Hulu after Sunday, October 19th.

‘Some Assembly Required’ (2014–2016)

This Canadian comedy follows 14-year-old Jarvis Raines, who surprisingly finds himself running Knickknack Toys. He enlists his friends to help create crazy new toys while also battling a competitor. Kolton Stewart plays Jarvis, and the show also stars Charlie Storwick, Harrison Houde, Sydney Scotia, Dylan Playfair, Travis Turner, and Ellie Harvie as the team that tries to keep the company’s inventive – and often chaotic – plans moving forward.

‘Some Assembly Required,’ a show created by Dan Signer and Howard Nemetz and directed by Jonathan A. Rosenbaum, Siobhan Devine, and Adam Weissman, will no longer be available on Netflix after Wednesday, October 15th. The series, which used multiple cameras during filming, ran for three seasons and was produced by Thunderbird Films and Gravy Boat Productions.

‘Abandoned’ (2012)

This show follows salvage experts Jay Chaikin, Dan Graham, and Mark Pakenas as they explore abandoned factories and mills, searching for valuable and historically significant items to restore and sell. Each episode details their hunt, the stories behind the locations, and the difficulties of working in dangerous, decaying buildings.

The show ‘Abandoned,’ created by Picture Shack Entertainment, originally aired on National Geographic Channel with George Plamondon, Betsy Schecter, and Michael A. Rosen as executive producers. It will no longer be available on Netflix after Wednesday, October 15th.

‘Dracula Untold’ (2014)

This movie tells the origin story of Vlad the Impaler, the historical prince of Wallachia, but with a dark twist. Faced with the powerful Ottoman Empire, Vlad gains vampiric abilities to protect his family and country. Luke Evans stars as Vlad, alongside Sarah Gadon as his wife, Mirena, and Dominic Cooper as the Ottoman leader, Mehmed. The film also features Charles Dance as a centuries-old vampire who makes a deal with Vlad, forever altering his destiny. It blends historical events with vampire lore, creating a thrilling story of war, sacrifice, and the price of power.

‘Dracula Untold,’ directed by Gary Shore and with a screenplay by Matt Sazama and Burk Sharpless, is leaving Netflix this Thursday, October 16th. The film’s music was composed by Ramin Djawadi, and the visuals were captured by cinematographer John Schwartzman. It was produced by Universal Pictures and Legendary Pictures.

‘Heather McMahan: Son I Never Had’ (2023)

Comedian Heather McMahan’s first comedy special is a lively and personal look at her life. She talks about everything from body image and online therapy to the challenges of fertility and dealing with loss, all while sharing funny stories about her family. The show is structured like a journey through her life, including heartfelt reflections on her father’s death and her observations about how we use social media today.

Jen Zaborowski directed this 66-minute comedy special, written by Heather McMahan. Brian Bellinkoff edited the special, and John P. Campbell was the cinematographer. ‘Heather McMahan: Son I Never Had’ will no longer be available on Netflix after Friday, October 17th.

Share what you’re watching first—and what you’ll miss most—in the comments.

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2025-10-14 07:15