As Thanksgiving approaches, it’s hard to believe 2025 is almost over! I’m so excited because Netflix is promising a fantastic end to the year. They just announced all the new movies and shows coming in December, and it looks like a really great lineup. I can’t wait to start watching!
The fifth and final season of the popular series Stranger Things will conclude this year with two parts released on Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve. Unlike many other Netflix releases, these new episodes will premiere in the evening, creating a special event for fans.
Netflix is set to release a lot of original films in December. The month kicks off on December 1st with the long-awaited sequel, Troll 2. Later in December, viewers can also enjoy Jay Kelly, directed by Noah Baumbach and starring George Clooney and Adam Sandler, and the new mystery Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery.
You can check out the full list of Netflix’s December additions below!
December 1st
Here’s a list of movies and TV shows: A League of Their Own, As Good as It Gets, Bad Teacher, Big Momma’s House, Big Momma’s House 2, Brightburn, Burlesque, Cheaper by the Dozen, Cheaper by the Dozen 2, Christmas Break-In, Downton Abbey, Godzilla, Hollow Man, Joy for Christmas, Kung Fu Panda, Kung Fu Panda 2, Kung Fu Panda 3, Little Women, Pulp Fiction, Stripes, The Ugly Truth, Victoria (Seasons 1-3), What Lies Beneath, The Wolf of Wall Street, and Zero Dark Thirty.
The Netflix documentary, All The Empty Rooms, follows a journalist and photographer as they create a tribute to the children lost in school shootings by documenting their bedrooms.
Get ready for holiday fun with CoComelon Lane Season 6, now on Netflix! Join the characters as they sing with Santa, celebrate Hanukkah, and enjoy all the magic of the season.
In the Netflix series Love is Blind: Italy, Italian singles try to find love and get engaged without ever seeing each other. They meet, date, and propose while separated by pods, hoping to find their perfect match.
In the Netflix series My Next Guest with David Letterman, Adam Sandler gives David Letterman a behind-the-scenes look at his comedy tour. They then meet at NYU to discuss Sandler’s career, from stand-up to iconic movie roles, and his favorite guitar, the Stratocaster.
The Netflix series, Playing Gracie Darling, follows a psychologist who is forced to confront a traumatic event from her childhood – the disappearance of her best friend during a séance – when a new girl vanishes.
In the Netflix film Troll 2, Nora, Andreas, and Major Kris face their biggest challenge when a terrifying troll begins destroying their country.
December 2nd
Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches: Season 2
Matt Rife: Unwrapped is a new Netflix comedy special perfect for the holiday season. In it, Rife jokes about presents, holiday customs, and whether people have been good or bad this year.
December 3rd
The Northman
In the Netflix film My Secret Santa, a mother who needs work takes a job pretending to be Santa at a ski resort. She hopes to impress a handsome hotel owner and land the job, but can she keep up the charade?
In the third season of the Netflix series Stranded with My Mother-in-Law, six new couples head to a beautiful island…along with their mothers-in-law! They’ll face challenges and compete for a large cash prize, all while navigating the added pressure of having their partners’ moms along for the ride.
In the Netflix special, With Love, Meghan: Holiday Celebration, Meghan shares the joy of the holiday season with friends. She’ll be showcasing her cherished traditions, fun seasonal crafts, and beloved family recipes.
December 4th
A Lot Like Christmas
Forrest Gump
Mean Girls (2004)
Mean Girls (2024)
The Abandons is a Netflix series set in 1850s Washington. It follows two families, each headed by a strong woman—one rich and privileged, the other poor but fiercely dedicated to each other—as they fight for control in a harsh and challenging environment.
In the second season of the Netflix series The Believers, Win and Game risk everything – and raise a lot of money – to support a politician with questionable motives, all to protect their families. At the same time, Dear decides to forge a new path on her own.
Inspired by a true story, this Netflix series, Fugue State 1986, follows a disturbing friendship between an army veteran and a student, set against the backdrop of a shocking massacre in 1980s Bogotá.
I Wish You Had Told Me is a Netflix film about a young missionary who discovers a secret about his deceased father. This leads him on a journey from the Philippines to Spain, where he seeks to uncover his father’s hidden romance.
Lali: Time to Step Up is a Netflix documentary that offers a personal look at pop star Lali as she embarks on her first stadium tour. The film follows her journey of artistic growth and self-discovery.
December 5th
In this Netflix film, actor Jay Kelly travels through Europe with his manager, forcing him to deal with both his past and current life. The movie is directed by Noah Baumbach, who has been nominated for an Academy Award.
In the Netflix film Love and Wine, a wealthy heir to a wine farm swaps places with his humble childhood friend to demonstrate he can attract women for reasons beyond his money.
The Netflix documentary, The Making of Jay Kelly, offers a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process, featuring insights from director Noah Baumbach, George Clooney, Adam Sandler, and other industry professionals. It’s a compelling journey from start to finish, with a captivating opening and a deeply moving conclusion.
This Netflix documentary, The New Yorker at 100, gives viewers an inside look at the iconic magazine. Director Marshall Curry was granted unique access to The New Yorker’s offices at a critical time for the media industry. The film explores how the magazine has published a century of groundbreaking journalism, influential fiction, and memorable cartoons.
In the Netflix film The Night My Dad Saved Christmas 2, a dad and his son must team up to save Santa and Christmas itself after the head of a toy company captures Santa.
In the Netflix series The Price of Confession, a woman facing accusations of murdering her husband is given a shocking deal: if she confesses to a different murder, a stranger will take the blame for her crime.
In Season 2 of the Netflix series Owning Manhattan, Ryan Serhant tries to sell luxury homes in New York City’s most exclusive neighborhoods. But competition, personal conflicts, and drama threaten his deals.
December 7th
Babylon
Cast Away
December 8th
In Elmo and Mark Rober’s Merry Giftmas, Elmo and his friends from Sesame Street team up with Mark Rober, a former NASA engineer and popular YouTuber, to create unique gifts for a gift exchange.
December 9th
The West Wing: Seasons 1-7
Badly in Love is a Netflix series and Japan’s first dating show featuring ‘yankii’ – rebellious singles. Eleven contestants live together for two weeks, navigating relationships and hoping to find a lasting connection.
In season 2 of Blood Coast, Lyès is behind bars and a ruthless new gang is trying to control the drug trade in Marseille. This puts the police squad in greater danger than ever before, as threats come from all sides.
The Netflix documentary, Masaka Kids, A Rhythm Within, follows a group of children at a Ugandan orphanage who are finding strength and sharing positivity through dance. They’ve gained international recognition by creating popular videos online.
December 10th
In the second season of The Accident, it’s been a year since a devastating event impacted four families. Old wounds haven’t healed, and hidden truths are coming to light. Now, each family faces a difficult choice: will they try to make amends, or will they seek retribution?
Season 3 of Record of Ragnarok is now streaming on Netflix! Following a surprising sixth round, the gods are determined to defeat humanity. The epic battle of Ragnarok continues with powerful kings fighting, clashing ideologies, and the destiny of both sides hanging in the balance.
Simon Cowell: The Next Act is a new Netflix documentary following music industry titan Simon Cowell as he searches for the next big boyband. The series offers an inside look at every step of the process, from initial auditions to the band’s first single release. It’s a unique behind-the-scenes experience, showing if Cowell can repeat his success in launching global superstars.
December 11th
In the Netflix film, The Fakenapping, Sattam, a dad and unsuccessful businessman, gets into a chaotic situation when he attempts to solve his financial problems by staging a kidnapping – of his own father!
Following the shocking events involving Jen-yao, hidden secrets are revealed that could destroy any chance of happiness – and any hope of him winning back the person he lost.
In the Netflix film Lost in the Spotlight, a celebrated actor suddenly finds he can no longer perform after landing a major part. The movie follows his struggle with this loss and his search for himself while dealing with intense public scrutiny.
Get ready for more hilarious chaos with Man vs. Baby! Rowan Atkinson is back in this Netflix series, bringing plenty of heartwarming mishaps and festive fun as he tackles another house-sitting adventure.
In the second season of the animated series Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft, Lara Croft travels the world to find lost African artifacts. She’s in a race against time to stop a dangerous tech genius who plans to use these relics to cause global chaos.
In the Netflix series The Town, a tight-knit group of friends struggling financially discovers four bags of stolen money, which puts their values and bonds to the test.
December 12th
The Amazing Digital Circus: Season 1: episodes 5-7
I just finished watching City of Shadows on Netflix, and it’s a really gripping series. The story kicks off with a shocking discovery – a body set on fire, hanging from one of Gaudí’s famous buildings in Barcelona. It follows a detective who’s fallen from grace as he’s pulled back into a case to track down the person responsible. It’s a dark and atmospheric thriller, and I was hooked from the very beginning.
In the third season of the Netflix series Home for Christmas, Johanne wants to have a cheerful holiday season and avoid the disappointment she felt last year… but romance might still be in the air.
In the Netflix film Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, Detective Benoit Blanc joins forces with a dedicated priest to solve a seemingly impossible crime that takes place in a small town church with a troubled past.
December 13th
The Talented Mr. Ripley
December 14th
PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie
December 15th
A Cowboy Christmas Romance
Christmas at the Chalet
The Christmas Classic
Christmas on the Alpaca Farm
In the latest chapter of The Creature Cases, Director Scratch sends Sam and Kit on exciting new missions around the globe to investigate animal mysteries and help keep her agency busy!
December 16th
Castle Rock: Seasons 1-2
Culinary Class Wars: Season 2 (Korea) — A new season of this Netflix series pits talented home cooks against professional chefs in a high-stakes cooking competition. Will the home cooks survive the pressure, or will the pros take the crown?
December 17th
In the third season of The Manny, Jimena fights to keep her business afloat while her romance with Gabriel hits rough patches. Will their relationship survive, or is this the end for them?
The Netflix documentary, Murder in Monaco, investigates the 1999 death of Edmond Safra, a wealthy international banker, who was found dead in his Monaco penthouse. The film explores the puzzling circumstances surrounding his death.
What’s In The Box? is a Netflix game show hosted by Neil Patrick Harris where contestants test their trivia knowledge for a chance to win amazing prizes – and even take them from other players!
December 18th
10 Dance is a Netflix film about two very different dancers who team up to train for a competition. They initially struggle to get along, but gradually develop a connection.
In the fifth season of Emily in Paris, Emily moves to Rome hoping for a fresh start. But navigating love, her career, and friendships proves more challenging than she expected, making the sweet life in Italy a bit complicated.
December 19th
In the Netflix film A Time For Bravery, a therapist performing community service helps a secret agent who is struggling with a broken heart. As they work together, they face unexpected challenges and find opportunities for a fresh start.
The Netflix documentary Breakdown: 1975 looks at how a year of major change in America – marked by social and political unrest – inspired some of the most famous films ever made. It explores the creation of movies like Taxi Driver, One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, and Network, with commentary from directors and actors including Martin Scorsese, Ellen Burstyn, and Seth Rogen.
In the Netflix film, The Great Flood, a scientist and her son are stranded by a massive flood. Their attempt to escape becomes even more complicated when she receives an urgent call for help, and their survival—along with the fate of everyone—hangs in the balance.
Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua will face off in a massive live boxing match from Miami, Florida. This event, titled ‘Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day,’ will be streamed live on Netflix.
December 22nd
The Closer: Seasons 1-7
This Netflix documentary tells the complete story of John Elway, the legendary Denver Broncos quarterback, through his own personal account. It explores his lifelong pursuit of an NFL championship, the challenges he faced, and his ultimate Super Bowl victory.
Sicily Express is a Netflix series about two clumsy friends from Sicily who work in Milan. Just before Christmas, they stumble upon a magical dumpster that instantly transports them back home to their families.
December 23rd
Eden
In Season 3 of the Netflix series King of Collectibles: The Goldin Touch, Ken Goldin expands his business worldwide, aiming for billion-dollar sales while dealing in incredible and often surprising collectibles.
December 24th
Downton Abbey: A New Era
Goodbye June is a new Netflix film directed by and starring Kate Winslet, alongside Helen Mirren, Toni Collette, Johnny Flynn, and Andrea Riseborough. It’s a touching story about a family saying goodbye to their mother.
I’m a big fan of Tom Segura, and his latest special, Teacher, just dropped on Netflix. It’s actually his fifth special with them – I’ve enjoyed all his previous ones: Mostly Stories, Disgraceful, Ball Hog, and Sledgehammer. And if you like his style of humor, you’ll be happy to hear that a second season of his really funny (and a little dark) series, Bad Thoughts – which was even nominated for an Emmy! – is coming out in 2026.
December 25th
Enjoy a special Christmas Gameday with two exciting NFL divisional games: the Dallas Cowboys take on the Washington Commanders, and the Detroit Lions face the Minnesota Vikings.
As a huge football fan, I’m really excited about Netflix’s Christmas Gameday again this year! They’re broadcasting live games on Christmas Day, and this time around we get two great divisional rivalries: the Lions taking on the Vikings, and the Cowboys facing off against the Commanders. It’s going to be a fantastic way to spend the holiday!
The final episodes of Stranger Things 5 are coming to Netflix at 5pm Pacific Time. With Hawkins isolated and Vecna still a threat, Eleven is in hiding while the group bands together to finally defeat him.
December 26th
The Netflix documentary Cover-Up follows the career of renowned investigative journalist Seymour Hersh. It highlights his relentless work uncovering government cover-ups, including those surrounding the My Lai Massacre and the Abu Ghraib scandal.
December 29th
Members Only: Palm Beach is a new reality series on Netflix that follows a group of Palm Beach socialites as they live their glamorous lives, filled with parties and plenty of drama and gossip.
December 30th
Evil Influencer: The Jodi Hildebrandt Story — NETFLIX DOCUMENTARY
Ricky Gervais: Mortality is a Netflix comedy special where the renowned comedian fearlessly tackles big questions about life, death, and everything happening in the world. Known for his sharp wit, Gervais delivers a brutally honest and darkly humorous performance, cementing his place as a leading voice in comedy.
December 31st
Sleeping with Other People
The fifth and final season of Stranger Things is coming to Netflix, launching at 5pm Pacific Time. With Hawkins isolated and threatened, Eleven is in hiding, and Vecna remains a dangerous enemy. The whole group comes together with one mission: to find and destroy Vecna.
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