What to Watch in December 2025 – Best New Movies & TV Shows Across Streaming Platforms
Finding the right movie or TV show to watch can be overwhelming, especially with so many new releases landing on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, theaters, and other platforms every week. December 2025 is packed with some of the biggest finales, new seasons, major film debuts, and surprise hits across genres like mystery, sci-fi, fantasy, western, horror, and drama.
This guide will help you discover the best new releases of December 2025—along with some must-watch, highly acclaimed titles that remain binge-worthy year-round. Whether you love blockbuster films, gripping dramas, or lighthearted comedy shows, there’s something here for every type of viewer.
🎉 Top New Releases (December 2025)
These are the shows and movies newly released—or getting fresh seasons—this month. Perfect if you want the latest trending content.
🍿 On Netflix
1. Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery (Film)
Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) returns with another stylish whodunnit mystery. Featuring an incredible ensemble cast including Josh O’Connor, Glenn Close, and Mila Kunis, this third entry in the franchise is already trending worldwide. Expect sharp humor, unpredictable twists, and classic Rian Johnson storytelling.
2. The Abandons (TV Series, Season 1)
A gritty Western drama set in the American frontier. Released on December 4th, this series explores survival, justice, and revenge among outlaws and settlers. Great pick for fans of Yellowstone or Godless.
3. Stranger Things: Season 5 (Parts 2 & 3)
The epic final season continues during Christmas week.
- Part 2 — December 25
- Part 3 — December 31
The finale promises an emotional finish with the last showdown in Hawkins. Perfect holiday binge material.
4. Jay Kelly (Film)
Directed by Noah Baumbach and starring George Clooney and Adam Sandler, this dramatic comedy blends humor, emotional depth, and masterful performances.
5. Pulp Fiction (Film)
Quentin Tarantino’s iconic classic lands on Netflix. If you’ve never watched it (or want to rewatch), this is the perfect time.
📺 On Other Platforms
1. Five Nights at Freddy's 2 (Film) – In Theaters
The sequel to the popular horror adaptation brings new animatronics, darker lore, and more night-shift terror. Horror fans shouldn’t miss this.
2. Fallout: Season 2 (Prime Video) — December 17
The massively successful video game adaptation returns with new wasteland adventures, deeper lore, and more vault mysteries.
3. Percy Jackson and the Olympians: Season 2 (Disney+) — December 10
The beloved YA fantasy series continues, expanding its world of Greek mythology, quests, and monsters.
4. Spartacus: House of Ashur (Starz)
A brand-new historical action drama set in the world of gladiators and Roman politics. Early critics are calling it intense, well-acted, and visually impressive.
⭐ Popular Binge-Worthy Shows & Movies
If you want something highly rated or proven to be bingeable, start here.
📺 TV Shows Worth Watching Anytime
1. The Mandalorian (Disney+)
A fan-favorite Star Wars series with incredible world-building, excellent production value, and lovable characters like Grogu.
2. Dopesick (Hulu)
A powerful mini-series about America’s opioid epidemic. Michael Keaton’s performance is award-winning and unforgettable.
3. Succession (Max / JioCinema)
A darkly comedic drama about a billionaire media family. One of the most acclaimed shows of the decade.
4. Derry Girls (Netflix)
A charming, funny, heartfelt sitcom set in 1990s Northern Ireland. Quick to watch and endlessly rewatchable.
🎬 Great Movies to Watch
1. The Wolf of Wall Street (Netflix)
Scorsese’s wild, energetic, hilarious biopic about stockbroker Jordan Belfort. Leonardo DiCaprio delivers one of his best performances.
2. Train to Busan (Multiple Platforms)
A Korean zombie thriller that is emotional, suspenseful, and considered one of the best zombie films of all time.
3. Hit Man (Netflix)
A stylish dark comedy-thriller from Richard Linklater. Smart, entertaining, and unique.
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