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Netflix is rolling out an impressive lineup of new content for the holiday season, making it a perfect time to binge-watch your favorite shows and discover new ones. From fresh films to exciting TV series, there's something for everyone this December 2025.

New Movies Arriving in December

Several new films are set to debut on Netflix in the coming weeks. Among them is the George Clooney film Jay Kelly, which promises to be a standout addition. Another highly anticipated release is Rian Johnson’s third installment in the Knives Out series, Wake Up Dead Man. These films are sure to captivate audiences with their unique storytelling and star power.

Additionally, the streaming service will feature a variety of other movies that are expected to draw in viewers throughout the month. Here’s a glimpse at some of the key releases:

• 1 December: Troll 2
• 3 December: My Secret Santa
• 4 December: I Wish You Had Told Me
• 5 December: Jay Kelly, Love and Wine, The Night My Dad Saved Christmas 2, Stephen
• 11 December: The Fakenapping, Lost in the Spotlight
• 12 December: Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery
• 18 December: 10Dance
• 19 December: The Great Flood, A Time For Bravery
• 22 December: Elway
• 23 December: Eden – US
• 24 December: Goodbye June

New TV Series and Episodes

The holiday season also brings a wealth of new TV content, including the return of popular series and the conclusion of major seasons. One of the most anticipated returns is The West Wing, which will be available on Netflix five years after its initial removal. Fans of Aaron Sorkin’s iconic show will be thrilled to see all seven seasons back on the platform.

Another highlight is the fifth and final season of Stranger Things, with episodes scheduled for release throughout December. The new season of Emily in Paris will also debut, offering fans more of the stylish and comedic adventures of the lead character.

Here are some of the notable TV additions:

• 1 December: Love is Blind: Italy (season one), My Next Guest with David Letterman and Adam Sandler, Playing Gracie Darling (season one), Talamasca: The Secret Order (season one – UK)
• 3 December: Stranded with my Mother-in-Law (season three), With Love, Meghan: Holiday Celebration
• 4 December: The Abandons (season one), The Believers (season two), Fugue State 1986 (season one)
• 5 December: Owning Manhattan (season two), The Price of Confession (season one), Sicilia Express (season one)
• 8 December: Elmo and Mark Rober’s Merry Giftmas
• 9 December: Badly in Love (season one), Blood Coast (season two)
• 10 December: The Accident (season two), Record of Ragnarok (season three), Simon Cowell: The Next Act
• 11 December: Had I Not Seen the Sun (part two), Man vs Baby, Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft (season two), The Town (season one)
• 12 December: City of Shadows (season one), Home for Christmas (season three), Single Papa (season one)
• 16 December: Culinary Class Wars (season two)
• 17 December: The Manny (season three), What’s in the Box? (season one)
• 18 December: Emily in Paris (season five)
• 25 December: Stranger Things (season five, volume two)
• 31 December: Stranger Things (season five, volume three)

Documentaries and Comedies

In addition to new films and TV series, Netflix is also adding a range of documentaries and comedies to its library. These include insightful and entertaining content that will keep viewers engaged during the holidays.

• Documentaries:
• 1 December: All The Empty Rooms
• 2 December: Sean Comb: The Reckoning
• 4 December: Lali: Time to Step Up
• 5 December: The Making of Jay Kelly, The New Yorker at 100
• 9 December: Masaka Kids, A Rhythm Within
• 17 December: Murder in Monaco
• 19 December: Breakdown: 1975
• 23 December: King of Collectibles: The Goldin Touch (season three)
• 26 December: Cover-Up

• 30 December: Evil Influencer: The Jodi Hildebrandt Story

• Comedies:

• 1 December: Matt Rife: Unwrapped – A Christmas Crowd Work Special
• 24 December: Tom Segura: Teacher
• 30 December: Ricky Gervais: Mortality

Sports and Kids Content

For sports enthusiasts, Netflix will offer live events such as WWE Survivor Series, Jake vs Joshua: Judgement Day, and several NFL games, including Dallas Cowboys vs Washington Commanders and Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings.

Kids will also have plenty of options, including CoComelon Lane (season six) and The Creature Cases (chapter six).

Licensed Content

Netflix is also adding a wide array of licensed movies and TV shows, including classics like Pulp Fiction, Titanic, and The Wolf of Wall Street, as well as newer titles such as Mean Girls (2024) and Babylon.

• Movies:
• 1 December: Anything Else – US, As Good as It Gets – US, Bad Teacher – US, Beyond the Mask – UK, Big Momma’s House – US, Big Momma’s House 2 – US, Brightburn – US, Burlesque – US, Cheaper By The Dozen – US, Cheaper By The Dozen 2 – US, Christmas Break-In – US, Downton Abbey – US, Godzilla (2014) – US, Godzilla: King of the Monsters – US, The Gospel – US, Holiday in Santa Fe – US, Hollow Man – US, Influencer – US, Joy for Christmas – US, Kung Fu Panda – US, Kung Fu Panda 2 – US, Kung Fu Panda 3 – US, A League of Their Own – US, Little Women (2019) – US
• 2 December: Borg vs McEnroe – US, The Sunlit Night – US
• 3 December: The Northman – US
• 4 December: Catch Me If You Can – UK, Forrest Gump – US, I’m Your Man – US, A Lot Like Christmas – UK
• 5 December: Call Me Dad – UK, Mean Girls (2004) – US, Mean Girls (2024) – US, MVP – US
• 7 December: Babylon – US, Cast Away – US, Church People – US
• 10 December: Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy – UK
• 12 December: The Fanatic – UK
• 13 December: The Talented Mr Ripley – UK
• 14 December: PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie – UK
• 15 December: Christmas at the Chalet – UK, The Christmas Classic – UK, Christmas on the Alpaca Farm – UK, A Cowboy Christmas Romance – UK, Two for the Money – UK
• 16 December: Titanic – UK
• 17 December: A Line of Fire – UK
• 18 December: Better Watch Out – UK
• 19 December: Relay – UK
• 24 December: Downton Abbey: A New Era – UK
• 31 December: Sleeping with Other People – UK

TV Shows and Documentaries

Netflix is also bringing back classic TV series and documentaries for viewers to enjoy:

• TV:
• 1 December: Beowulf (series one – US), Grantchester (US), One Piece: Whole Cake Island 2 and 3 (US), Taskmaster (series 18 – UK), Victoria (US)
• 2 December: Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches (season two – US)
• 3 December: The Good Karma Hospital (UK)
• 9 December: The West Wing (season one to seven – UK)
• 11 December: True Beauty (season one – UK)
• 12 December: The Amazing Digital Circus (season one, episode five to seven – UK)
• 15 December: One Piece (15 HD remastered episodes – UK)
• 16 December: Castle Rock (season one and two – UK)

• 22 December: The Closer (season one to seven – UK)

• Comedy:

• 1 December: Rob Delaney: Jackie (UK)

• Documentary:

• 2 December: A Big LEGO Christmas (UK), Inside LEGO at Christmas (UK)
• 8 December: Murder by Medic (season one – UK)

Kids Content

Younger viewers can look forward to a variety of children’s programming, including:

• 29 December: Peppa Pig (series eight – UK)

Netflix continues to expand its library with a mix of new and classic content, ensuring that there's always something to watch, no matter the occasion. Whether you're looking for a movie to stream or a TV series to binge, the platform has you covered this holiday season.