Such was the horror and impact of the Hamas attacks on Israel – and the consequences for Gaza and peace in the Middle East – that “One Day in October” could only mean one date. October 7. This seven-part scripted ‘anthology drama’ recreates the events of that fateful day.
Here’s how you can watch “One Day in October” online around the world and from anywhere with a VPN.
‘One Day in October’ (2025) – Streaming details
“One Day in October” premieres on Tuesday, October 7 with a full series episode drop on HBO Max.
• U.S. — HBO/Max
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Lest we forget, the events on that date involved Hamas militants launching an assault from the Gaza Strip, breaching the Israeli border and attacking a number of kibbutzes and the Nova Music Festival.
By one account 695 Israeli civilians, 71 foreign nationals, and 373 security forces were killed with 251 hostages taken. The retaliation by the Israeli government is estimated to have claimed 60,000 lives in Gaza so far.
This HBO show is a dramatic recreation of the events on the ground from the point of view of the victims and survivors of the initial attacks. Each of the seven episodes tells a unique personal story from October 7.
Read on and discover how you can watch “One Day in October” online in the U.S., U.K. Europe, Canada, Australia and beyond.
How to watch ‘One Day in October’ online in the U.S.
Watch ‘One Day in October’ from anywhere in the world
If you’re traveling overseas and “One Day in October” isn’t airing on HBO Max where you’re currently located, that doesn’t mean you have to miss the show. Our best VPN – NordVPN – unblocks Max and most other streaming services, so you can watch as if you were back in the United States. Try it risk-free and see for yourself…
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How to watch ‘One Day in October’ online in Canada
As yet there is no release date for “One Day in October” in Canada but when it does have one Crave will be the likeliest broadcaster. You’ll find out more details just as soon as we know any.
Americans on vacation in Canada will need one of the best VPNs to log in back home to catch the show on Max.
How to watch ‘One Day in October’ in the U.K.
As with Canada yet there is no release date for “One Day in October” in Canada but when it does have Sky TV will be the likeliest broadcaster. You’ll find out more details just as soon as we know any.
NOTE: HBO’s ‘One Day in October’ is not to be confused with Channel’s 4 2024 documentary of the same name, released last year.
How to watch ‘One Day in October’ online in Australia
As with everywhere else, there is no official release date for “One Day in October” in Australia but HBO Max Australia will be the likeliest broadcaster. You’ll find out more details just as soon as we know any.
Americans on vacation Down Under who don’t want to miss the show will need a good streaming VPN to log in back home to use HBO Max as they will be geo-blocked when not at home. We recommend NordVPN.
‘One Day in October’ – Episode guide
Season 01 Episode 01: “Trust” – Aya Midan, a member of Kibbutz Be’eri, flees with a young Bedouin from Rahat, Hisham Al-Qarnawi; they hide together from terrorists while being forced to build mutual trust in order to survive. (Tuesday, October 7)
S01 E02: “Fog” – Three United Hatzalah volunteers Avi Gian, Emanuel Skaat and Avi “DJ” Yodpolsky set out in an ambulance on a dangerous journey to save lives on the morning of October 7 amid massacres and devastation. (Tues, Oct. 7)
S01 E03: “Sunrise” – Gali Amar and Amit Amar are two young women who came to attend the Nova festival, and during the attack hid in a portable toilet cubicle; Amit manages to think practically amid the terror; Gali is stoned from drugs consumed at the party. (Tues, Oct. 7)
S01 E04: “Gold” – Sabine Taasa, a widow who lost her husband and son on October 7, attempts to rebuild her life after the massacre. (Tues, Oct. 7)
S01 E05: TBA. (Tues, Oct. 7)
S01 E06: TBA. (Tues, Oct. 7)
S01 E07: TBA. (Tues, Oct. 7)
‘One Day in October’ – Cast
- Shani Atias as Grace
- Avi Azulay as Emanuel Skaat
- Héloïse Godet as Michelle
- Yuval Semo as Avi Jian
- Tomer Machloof as Bedouin
- Naveh Tzur as Avi “DJ” Yodpolsky
- Gad Elbaz as Aaron
- Héloïse Godet as Michelle
- Hisham Suliman as Ismail Elkarnawi
- Swell Ariel Or as Amit Amar
- Daniel Lundh as French Journalist
- Yaël Abecassis as Sabin Taasa
- Naomi Levov as Aya Meidan
- Noa Kedar as Gali Amar
- Wael Hamdun as Hisham
- Leyla Roy as the French TV presenter
- Michael Aloni as Eitan Ben David
- Lior Ashkenazi as Yossi Amar
- Moran Rosenblatt as Dr. Dana Levi
- Neta Roth as Yael Ben Ami
‘One Day in October’ FAQ
Can I watch “One Day in October” in Israel?
Yes. The first four episodes originally aired on three Israeli platforms – Yes Drama, Yes VOD, and Sting+ (Hebrew) – to mark the first anniversary of the attacks in October 2024. Viewers in the United States can watch the four original episodes, plus the three ‘new’ ones, on the U.S.-based version of HBO Max from October 7, 2025.
What have the filmmakers said about “One Day in October”?
“For me, film and television have always been more than entertainment, they are a way to bear witness. These are stories of ordinary people facing extraordinary moments,” said co-creator Daniel Finkelman. “In a time when truth is fragile, the most powerful thing we can do is to appeal to humanity itself. My hope is that these stories will open hearts and spark meaningful conversation”
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