3 new Hulu shows to binge this weekend, from sharp comedy to suspense

US tech and entertainment site Tom’s Guide has singled out three new Hulu shows as ideal binge‑watches for the October 16–18 weekend. The curated trio covers a workplace comedy with a biting sense of humor, a prestige‑leaning social drama anchored by awards‑caliber actors, and a twisty suspense series that’s easy to devour in a couple of sittings. Beyond basic plot outlines, the article highlights practical details—episode runtimes, total season length, and how much you can realistically finish in a single weekend—which turns the list into a planning tool for busy viewers. There’s also a pointer to Hulu’s full October release slate for those who want to browse further once they’ve sampled these picks. While the Japanese version of Hulu operates under a different catalog and licensing structure, the piece is still valuable as a barometer of what’s trending on US Hulu right now. For Japanese fans of overseas dramas, these titles are worth bookmarking and watching to see which local platform eventually secures the distribution rights.