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Streaming schedule for Oct. 19 features 'Moana' and 'Modern Warfare 4'

Streaming releases for the week of Oct. 19, 2026, include the live-action 'Moana,' John Legend's album 'Muse,' and the video game 'Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4.'

Published October 19, 2026 at 12:01 AM EDT

The short answer

The scheduled release of various movies, music, and video games on streaming platforms. A series of entertainment releases, including the live-action "Moana," John Legend's new album "Muse," and the video game "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4," are scheduled for streaming and digital platforms during the week of October 19, 2026.

Streaming schedule for Oct. 19 features 'Moana' and 'Modern Warfare 4'

The Facts

Who
John Legend, Dwayne Johnson, Catherine Lagaʻaia, and Chris Pratt
What
The scheduled release of various movies, music, and video games on streaming platforms.
When
The week of October 19, 2026
Where
Streaming platforms including Disney+, Netflix, Max, Hulu, Peacock, and Prime Video.
Why
These releases represent new content for digital subscribers and gamers during the month of October.

A series of entertainment releases, including the live-action "Moana," John Legend's new album "Muse," and the video game "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4," are scheduled for streaming and digital platforms during the week of October 19, 2026. The slate features new seasons of television series such as "The Terminal List" and "Lupin," alongside a televised tribute to Dolly Parton.

The releases follow development for several titles, including the live-action adaptation of Disney's "Moana," which features Dwayne Johnson returning to his role as Maui and Catherine Lagaʻaia in the title role. John Legend is releasing his first adult-oriented project since his 2024 children's album, and the latest entry in the "Call of Duty" franchise is set against a fictional conflict on the Korean Peninsula.

Film offerings include the debut of "Moana" on Disney+ on Wednesday, Oct. 21, and the chamber dramedy "The Invite," starring Seth Rogen and Penélope Cruz, arriving on Max on Friday, Oct. 23. In television, the second season of "The Terminal List" starring Chris Pratt and the fourth season of the French series "Lupin" are set for release on Wednesday and Friday, respectively. Music releases include Legend's "Muse" and a joint album from Anderson .Paak and Cordae titled "Heavy Is the Crown," both due Friday.

Gamers using PlayStation 5, Xbox X/S, Switch 2, and PC will see the release of "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4" on Friday, Oct. 23. The release of "Nintendo Switch Sports Resort" on Thursday, Oct. 22, provides 12 events for the Switch 2 console.

A two-hour special, "CMA Presents I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton," will air on ABC and Disney+ on Wednesday, Oct. 21, honoring the singer who died in August at age 80. PBS will also premiere a "Great Performances" special dedicated to Tammy Wynette on Friday, Oct. 23. Performers involved include Wynonna Judd, Brad Paisley, and Carrie Underwood.

"Phony," a mystery series starring Sam Nivola and Connie Britton, begins its rollout on Hulu on Tuesday, Oct. 20, with two episodes followed by weekly installments. "Nobody Wants This" returns to Netflix on Thursday, Oct. 22, with all 10 episodes. The "Vanderpump Rules: Lisa Las Vegas" limited series will conclude its three-episode run on Peacock on Thursday, Oct. 22.

Timeline of what happened

Key dates and decisions, in the order they occurred.

  1. October 20, 2026

    'Phony' premieres on Hulu

  2. October 21, 2026

    'Moana' and 'The Terminal List' Season 2 debut

  3. October 21, 2026

    Dolly Parton tribute airs on ABC and Disney+

  4. October 22, 2026

    'Nintendo Switch Sports Resort' and 'Nobody Wants This' released

  5. October 23, 2026

    'Modern Warfare 4' and John Legend's 'Muse' released

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Questions readers ask

What happened: Streaming schedule for Oct. 19 features 'Moana' and 'Modern Warfare 4'?

The scheduled release of various movies, music, and video games on streaming platforms.

Who is involved?

John Legend, Dwayne Johnson, Catherine Lagaʻaia, and Chris Pratt

When did this happen?

The week of October 19, 2026

Where did this happen?

Streaming platforms including Disney+, Netflix, Max, Hulu, Peacock, and Prime Video.

Why does this matter?

These releases represent new content for digital subscribers and gamers during the month of October.