Welcome to your Wednesday movie fix! October keeps the big-screen excitement rolling with three fresh releases that deliver something for every kind of moviegoer. TRON: Ares powers up the week with a high-octane digital showdown as Jared Leto leads the return to the iconic cyber world. For those craving heart and humanity, the Korean drama Run to You delivers emotion and grit as two runners chase redemption and dreams one heartbeat at a time. Then there’s The Strangers: Chapter 2, turning up the terror for horror fans who love edge-of-your-seat suspense and masked mayhem. But that’s not all, Cinemalaya 21: Layag sa Alon, Hangin, at Unós continues to make waves until October 12 at Red Carpet Cinemas, Gateway, and Ayala Malls Cinemas. It’s the perfect time to celebrate indie filmmaking while catching this week’s newest cinematic stories. Grab your friends, book your seats, and get ready for a midweek movie marathon.

Here’s your guide to everything hitting the big screen this week:

TRON: Ares

2025 • PG • 1 hr 58 mins
ACTION, ADVENTURE, SCIENCE FICTION
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The Tron legacy expands with a new chapter set both inside and beyond the digital grid. When a highly advanced Program named Ares (Jared Leto) crosses into the real world, it marks humanity’s first contact with artificial intelligence and a high-stakes clash between man and machine begins. With sleek visuals, futuristic battles, and a stellar cast, Tron: Ares brings the cyber world to life like never before.

Run to You

2025 • PG • 1 hr 37 mins
DRAMA, ROMANCE
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Every second counts in this inspiring Korean sports drama about chasing dreams and confronting personal limits. Record-holding sprinter Kang Goo-young (Ha Seok-jin) is nearing the end of his career when young runner Kang Seung-yeol (Lee Sin-young) enters the scene, driven by pure passion. With DAHYUN adding a fresh spark, Run to You explores resilience, mentorship, and the thrill of never giving up even when the odds are just milliseconds away.

The Strangers: Chapter 2

2025 • R-16 • 1 hr 36 mins
HORROR, THRILLER
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The masked killers are back and more ruthless than ever. After surviving their first terrifying encounter, Maya (Madelaine Petsch) must once again face The Strangers, who have returned to finish what they started. Claustrophobic tension, shocking twists, and relentless terror make The Strangers: Chapter 2 a must-watch for horror fans seeking chills that linger long after the credits roll.

Still Showing: Cinemalaya 21

Independent Filipino cinema continues to shine at Cinemalaya 21: Layag sa Alon, Hangin, at Unós, running until October 12 at Red Carpet Cinemas, Gateway, and Ayala Malls Cinemas. Featuring ten full-length films and ten shorts, this year’s lineup captures the resilience, imagination, and daring spirit of Filipino filmmakers, making it a festival worth catching before it sails into its closing weekend.

The festival boasts 10 full-length features in competition, each offering unfiltered Filipino viewpoints. Standouts include Bloom Where You Are Planted by Nonilon Abao, Child No. 82 by Tim Rone Villanueva, Cinemartyrs by Sari Dalena, Open Endings by Nigel Santos & Keavy Vicente, Republika ng Pipolipinas by Renei Dimla and Habang Nilalamon ng Hydra ang Kasaysayan by Dustin Celestino, alongside others like Padamlágan by Jenn Romano, Raging by Ryan Machado, Paglilitis by Cheska Marfori & Raymund Barcelon and Warla by Kevin Alambra. These stories tackle raw truths with heart and edge.

Don’t skip the 10 short films, packed with vivid imagery and deep feels, proving concise tales can hit hard. Plus, the 37th Gawad CCP Para sa Alternatibong Pelikula celebrates alternative works in narrative shorts, docs, experiments, and animations, crowning excellence with the Best Film Balanghai Trophy.

FAN FAVORITES STILL SHOWING

Missed last week’s releases? No worries, these crowd-pleasers are still packing theaters with action, laughs, and heart. Here’s what’s holding strong: 

Good Boy

2025 • PG • 1 hr 11 mins
HORROR, THRILLER
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The Smashing Machine

2025 • R-16 • 2 hrs 3 mins
DRAMA
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Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc

2025 • R-16 • 1 hr 39 mins
ACTION, ANIMATION, FANTASY
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One Battle After Another

2025 • R-16 • 2 hrs 42 mins
ACTION, CRIME, THRILLER
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Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle

2025 • R-13 • 2 hrs 35 mins
ACTION, ANIMATION, FANTASY, THRILLER
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Sci-fi action, emotional drama, or horror mayhem, this week’s lineup has it all. Don’t overlook the vibrant Cinemalaya 21: LAYAG sa Alon, Hangin, at Unós, still captivating audiences from October 3 to 12, 2025. Whether you’re escaping to the grid, sprinting toward victory, or hiding from masked terror, the big screen has something waiting for you. Check ClickTheCity Movies for showtimes and snag your tickets today. Stay tuned for next week’s fresh releases and updates. Happy watching!