December 2025 on Netflix is shaping up to be unforgettable. The platform serves up a mix perfect for winter binge sessions, with highly anticipated returns, edge-of-your-seat thrillers, and star-studded films. With such a diverse lineup, Netflix promises to keep viewers entertained all month long, offering something for every mood during the holiday season.
What’s new on Netflix in December 2025: the most exciting releases
This month, Netflix is all about variety: suspense-filled thrillers sit alongside light-hearted holiday comedies, while epic action films share space with intimate dramas that have already earned critical praise. For anyone looking for the newest releases, December’s lineup does not disappoint. Expect carefully crafted stories, vivid emotions, and trailers that are already generating buzz. Let’s dive into the most exciting releases coming to Netflix this December.
All the Empty Rooms – December 1
All the Empty Rooms is a documentary short that follows journalist Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp as they travel across the United States to capture the untouched bedrooms of children and teenagers killed in school shootings. These rooms—frozen in time—become haunting portraits of absence, each one filled with the everyday details of lives suddenly cut short. Through quiet visuals and intimate storytelling, the film transforms a national tragedy into a deeply personal reflection on grief, memory, and the families left behind, urging viewers not to look away from the human cost of gun violence.
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My Secret Santa – December 3
Who would have imagined that a single holiday romance could bring together two global stars from Virgin River and New Amsterdam? The story follows a single mother who dresses up as Santa Claus to make her daughter’s dream come true, sparking a heartwarming and unexpectedly tangled tale. It’s a film scented with spices and snow, but beneath the sweetness lies courage, humor, and a reminder that the most precious gifts often arrive when you least expect them.
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The Abandons – December 4
The new Western from the creators of Sons of Anarchy is here! Set in 1854 in Washington Territory, the series follows two families at opposite ends of society: one wealthy and influential, bound by blood, the other made up of orphans and outcasts, connected by loyalty and survival. Their lives collide around two crimes, a dark secret, a forbidden love, and a land rich with silver deposits.
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Jay Kelly – December 5
George Clooney and Adam Sandler: a duo like never before! Jay Kelly is a Hollywood actor at the peak of his fame, adored by fans but haunted by doubts, fears, and a past he can’t quite leave behind. When he agrees to a series of promotional events across Europe, he sets off with his manager Ron, his only confidant, on a journey that will turn into an intense personal challenge.
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The Price of Confession (Season 1) – December 5
The Price of Confession is a Korean mystery‑thriller series — a global original on Netflix — directed by Lee Jung-hyo (known for hits like Crash Landing on You) and written by Kwon Jong-kwan. Its story plunges into dark psychological territory: after the murder of her husband, a woman finds herself suspected and convicted — but what seems like a closed case spirals into a deeper web of secrets, deals, and moral ambiguity.
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The Accident (Season 2) – December 10
The first season opens with a tragedy: a bouncy castle lifts off during a birthday party, resulting in the deaths of three children and the disappearance of another. This devastating event sets off a chain of intense emotions and conflicts among the closely connected families involved. The plot of the second season remains shrouded in mystery, but creator Leonardo Padrón promises that it will explore the consequences of the characters’ dramatic choices—from grief to revenge to redemption. The protagonists will be pushed to their limits.
Man vs. Baby (Season 1) – December 11
Man vs Baby is a lighthearted comedy starring the legendary Rowan Atkinson. Picking up after his previous chaotic adventures, Trevor Bingley finds himself tasked with babysitting a baby while house-sitting a luxury London penthouse over the holiday season. The premise promises a hilarious mix of slapstick, chaos, and heartwarming moments as Trevor navigates diapers, tantrums, and the absurdities of parenthood — all with his trademark physical comedy. With only four bite-sized episodes, this short and sweet series is perfect for a cozy holiday binge, offering laughter and festive cheer for viewers of all ages.
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City of Shadows (Season 1) – December 12
City of Shadows is a gripping Spanish crime-thriller set in Barcelona, where the discovery of a burned body hanging from a famous Gaudí landmark plunges the city into chaos. The story follows former inspector Milo Malart and deputy Rebeca Garrido as they navigate a web of secrets, dangerous alliances, and morally gray choices in pursuit of justice. With tense plot twists, atmospheric shots of Barcelona, and a cast of complex, layered characters, the six-episode series keeps viewers on the edge of their seats, offering both suspense and emotional depth. It’s a must-watch for fans of high-stakes crime dramas and international thrillers alike.
Wake Up Dead Man – Knives Out – December 12
In the third installment of the Knives Out mystery series, Benoit Blanc, played by Daniel Craig, faces the most complex investigation of his career. This time, the puzzle goes beyond a mere intellectual challenge, taking him into a world of shadows and symbols. The atmosphere is gothic, filled with religious imagery and mounting tension, showing how human connections can be as deadly as the killer themselves. Among the suspects are priests, a doctor, and a police officer.
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10Dance – December 18
This passion‑fueled, emotionally charged Japanese romantic drama tells the story of two top‑tier dancers — fiercely competitive yet polar opposites — who accept the challenge to team up for the grueling “10‑Dance” competition. What begins as rivalry and jealousy slowly blossoms into attraction, transforming every dance step into a delicate blend of tension, desire, and self‑discovery. 10DANCE is perfect for viewers who crave intimate stories about love, ambition, and transformation, and for those open to LGBTQ+ narratives with heart and style.
Emily in Paris (Season 5) – December 18
After four seasons under the Parisian sky, Emily Cooper is heading south—to Rome! This time, she faces an entirely new challenge: opening the Italian branch of the Agence Grateau. It seems like a dream come true, but for Emily, nothing is ever simple. New city, new language, new people, and, of course, a new romance with the charming Marcello, heir to an Italian fashion house. This encounter could change not only her professional life but her personal life as well.
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Relay – December 19
Relay is a tense, modern thriller that puts Riz Ahmed in the role of a shadowy “fixer” — a man who brokers secret deals for whistleblowers seeking to escape powerful, corrupt corporations. When a biotech scientist (Lily James) comes to him with explosive evidence, what starts as a covert job turns into a dangerous, high‑stakes cat‑and‑mouse game where trust is a luxury, and loyalty might cost everything. With sleek direction, moral complexity, and sharp social commentary, Relay delivers suspense, ethical ambiguity, and cinematic tension — ideal for thriller fans looking for depth and edge.
The Great Flood – December 19
Netflix presents a high-stakes South Korean disaster thriller. In the film, mother An Na and young Ja In fight to survive the “last day on Earth” when a devastating flood strikes the building they live in. An Na is a researcher working on advanced artificial intelligence, while Hee Jo, a bodyguard, tries to protect them from the catastrophe. The trailer hints that An Na’s goal is to create a new life elsewhere. But why is Hee Jo so determined to save her, and who is truly pulling the strings behind it all?
Goodbye June – December 24
Goodbye June brings together Oscar‑winning talent both behind and in front of the camera: Kate Winslet directs (and acts), while Helen Mirren, Toni Collette and Andrea Riseborough lead a deeply human ensemble. Set during the holidays, the film follows four siblings and their father as they reunite in crisis when their mother’s health declines — a story of love, grief, secrets, and last goodbyes. Poetic and bittersweet, it’s perfect if you’re looking for a tear‑jerker rich in family drama and emotional depth.
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Stranger Things (Season 5 part 2) – December 25
Autumn 1987. Hawkins is cut off from the world—surrounded by the army and under strict quarantine imposed by the authorities. The gates to the Upside Down remain open, and their influence is felt everywhere. Fear has become part of everyday life. Vecna, believed to be defeated, has vanished without a trace, and no one knows his plans. The group of friends quickly realizes the danger isn’t over and that evil is growing stronger. Meanwhile, Eleven is forced into hiding: the government sees her as the greatest threat and will stop at nothing to capture her. As the anniversary of Will’s first disappearance approaches, new dark clouds gather over Hawkins.
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Ricky Gervais: Mortality – December 30
Ricky Gervais is back with a new stand‑up special, turning his sharp gaze to the most unavoidable fact of human life: death. Filmed at London’s Palladium during his 2025 world tour, the hour‑long show promises no topic off‑limits. With biting humor, dark honesty and his signature irreverence, Gervais invites viewers to laugh, squirm, and reflect as he confronts mortality, society and the absurdities of life. It’s ideal for those who enjoy comedy that isn’t afraid to dig deep, provoke, and push boundaries.
