First up: Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, releasing December 12th, brings Daniel Craig back as Detective Benoit Blanc in what’s being teased as the wildest case yet, set in a close-knit upstate New York church community rocked by a young priest’s mysterious death; the stacked cast (including Oyene O’Connor, Glen Close, Josh Brolin, Kerry Washington, and Andrew Scott) and a whodunit vibe that promises Scooby-Doo levels of twisty fun have me marking my calendar already.
Then there’s Stranger Things Season 5—the epic finale—arriving in two parts on December 25th and December 31st, and I don’t know about you, but I’m bracing myself for maximum feels, as the Duffer Brothers have promised a definitive, emotional conclusion, shocking character deaths, and a showdown with darkness that’s more powerful than ever before; the trailer alone is enough to set the internet on fire, and I can’t imagine a more anticipated sendoff for this era-defining series.
For a dose of pure holiday nostalgia and slapstick, Man Versus Baby arrives December 11th, with Rowan Atkinson reprising his Trevor Bingley character from Man Versus Bee, this time facing the chaos of babysitting a literal baby over Christmas in a luxury London penthouse—if you’re a Mr. Bean fan, this is a can’t-miss, as Atkinson’s knack for physical comedy is at its best when everything goes spectacularly wrong.
If monster mayhem is more your thing, Troll 2 (out December 1st) is set to unleash Megatrol and not one but two giant trolls on Norway, forcing returning heroes and new allies into a fight that spans snow-capped mountains and bustling cities; the trailer promises all the intense action, special effects, and chaotic spectacle you could want from a modern creature feature.
Premiering on December 4th, The Abandons season 1 releases, offering up a gritty, cinematic western starring Lena Headey and Gillian Anderson as two fierce women locked in a land-and-power struggle in 1850s Washington territory, with family loyalties, forbidden romance, and explosive confrontations setting the stage for a high-stakes drama that’s perfect for cozy winter bingeing.
Emily in Paris fans, rejoice—season 5 lands December 18th, whisking Emily from Paris to Rome and Venice as she navigates romance (with Marello), career moves, and fresh drama with Gabriel, all wrapped up in the show’s signature blend of fashion, humor, and international intrigue.
The Great Flood, a new Korean disaster epic, streams December 19th and centers on Ana and Hi-jo trapped in a sinking apartment building during a catastrophic flood—expect white-knuckle action, emotional survival stakes, and a pulse-pounding mystery about who’s really behind the disaster.
For something reflective, Jay Kelly (out December 5th, after a November theatrical run) stars George Clooney as a movie star on a soul-searching road trip across Europe, with Adam Sandler and Laura Dern rounding out the cast in a film that promises humor, heart, and the kind of character-driven storytelling that lingers long after the credits roll.
On the family drama front, Goodbye June (debuting December 24th) marks Kate Winslet’s directorial debut and teams her with Helen Mirren and Toni Collette for a Christmas tale about siblings and their father navigating a holiday crisis with sharp wit and a lot of love—if you’re craving something touching and real for the holidays, this is one to watch.
And of course, Netflix wouldn’t be Netflix without a new holiday romcom: My Secret Santa, arriving December 3rd, follows single mom Taylor (Alexandra Breenidge) who goes undercover as Santa at a luxury ski resort to help her daughter go to snowboarding camp, only to get tangled in a web of mistaken identities and romantic sparks, all directed by Mike Ro of The Princess Switch fame—expect plenty of laughs, heart, and Christmas cheer.
With all these premieres, December 2025 is shaping up to be the ultimate Netflix binge month—so whether you’re into mysteries, monsters, finales, dramas, or festive fun, there’s something here to make your holiday season unforgettable.