What to watch on NOW this month from Bridget Jones to Billy Joel

Notes app at the ready because this is a stellar line-up of telly.

As these dark October nights start to roll in, we're making nightly appointments with our telly - and only the very best will do.

From gripping belly-laugh worthy comedies to classic feel-good rom coms, October is the month of stellar screen-time, and if you're on the hunt for some decent recommendations, you've come to the right place.

You can stream all these titles - and so much more with NOW.

Grow

There’s a reason Grow is popping up on everyone’s watchlist right now. It’s heartfelt, funny, and way more emotionally sharp than you'd expect from a family comedy. The story centers on a struggling single dad who stumbles upon a mysterious plant that just might have magical properties, and it turns his life upside down in the best (and weirdest) ways. With its mix of charm, quirk, and genuine warmth, Grow is the kind of film that sneaks up on you and sticks with you. Streaming now with a NOW Cinema Membership.

Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy

She’s back. Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy picks up years after the original trilogy, with Renée Zellweger once again stumbling (charmingly) through life, love, and parenting in modern London. It’s funny, it’s emotional, and yes — it’s full of classic Bridget chaos. Whether you're a longtime fan or just in the mood for a feel-good romcom that actually delivers, this one’s worth the watch. Streaming now with a NOW Cinema Membership.

Billy Joel: Live in Roma 

Crank up the volume and feel like you’re right there in the crowd. Billy Joel: Live in Roma brings the energy of a full stadium show straight to your screen with soaring vocals, classic hits, and the kind of atmosphere that only the Eternal City can deliver. It’s the next best thing to being front row. Streaming now with a NOW Entertainment Membership.

The Alabama Solution 

Tense, gripping, and impossible to look away from. The Alabama Solution drops you straight into the heart of a political and ethical firestorm in the Deep South, where one decision could change everything. With sharp writing and powerful performances, it feels less like watching a drama and more like living it. Streaming now with a NOW Entertainment Membership.

The Iris Affair

An Irish leading lady? Tick. Gripping espionage storylines? Tick. Your next binge-watch? Tick, tick, tick. The Iris Affair is a brand new series that stars Mullingar's own Niamh Algar as a code-breaker who finds herself caught up in some dangerous business. You can stream the first season of The Iris Affair with NOW.