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2026 Getty Images October began with Ben Affleck and Kerry Washington premiering “Animals,” their new political thriller about a Los Angeles mayoral candidate (Affleck) whose family is thrust into an unimaginable situation involving their son and housekeeper and her undocumented immigrant boyfriend.
The following day, the Critics Choice Association hosted its sixth annual Celebración of Cinema & Television in Beverly Hills. John Leguizamo delivered a tear-filled acceptance speech when he was presented with the Career Achievement Award.
In New York City, Pedro Pascal walked the red carpet at the New York Film Festival for the world premiere of his Tony Gilroy-directed drama “Behemoth!”
Take a look at the best red carpet and event photos so far from October 2026 below. Keep checking back all month long for more.

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Ali Ahn

Image Credit: The Paley Museum Ali Ahn takes part in The Paley Center for Media’s special celebration of “The Diplomat” during PaleyFest NY ahead of the Netflix show’s Season 4 premiere.
