As 2025 draws to a close, Netflix is treating subscribers to a jam-packed December lineup filled with blockbusters, new series, and much-anticipated finales. From Rian Johnson’s new Knives Out sequel to the final chapter of Stranger Things, there’s no shortage of binge-worthy content to round out the year.
Highlights of the Month
Jay Kelly (December 5)
Filmmaker Noah Baumbach brings an unlikely duo together in Jay Kelly, starring George Clooney and Adam Sandler. The film follows a veteran actor and his loyal manager on a chaotic trip across Europe that turns emotional and existential. With its blend of humor and melancholy, Jay Kelly is already generating awards buzz after earning a Golden Lion nomination at Venice.
Director: Noah Baumbach
Cast: George Clooney, Isla Fisher, Adam Sandler
Genre: Comedy
IMDb Rating: 6.6/10
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery (December 12)
Detective Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) returns in another sharp, hilarious whodunit. This time, Blanc is pulled into a murder mystery within a small-town church, where the lines between faith and deceit blur dangerously. Featuring Glenn Close and Josh Brolin, the third Knives Out entry blends religious intrigue with Rian Johnson’s signature wit and twists.
Director: Rian Johnson
Cast: Daniel Craig, Glenn Close, Josh Brolin
Genre: Mystery
IMDb Rating: 7.9/10
The Great Flood (December 19)
This Korean sci-fi thriller is being hailed as one of Netflix’s most intense releases of the year. Directed by Byung-woo Kim, The Great Flood follows a single mother and her son fighting to survive as rising sea levels engulf the world. With critical acclaim and a 9.0 IMDb rating, the film combines gripping survival drama with environmental commentary.
Director: Byung-woo Kim
Cast: Kim Da-mi, Park Hae-soo, Kim Kyu-na
Genre: Science Fiction
IMDb Rating: 9.0/10
The Biggest Streaming Event — Stranger Things Finale
Netflix’s tentpole series Stranger Things comes to an end this month with Season 5: Volume 2, premiering on December 25 and concluding with the finale on December 31. Fans can expect an emotional and action-packed conclusion as the saga of Hawkins reaches its climactic close.
More December Additions to Watch
Netflix isn’t holding back this holiday season — here are just a few more highlights from the full release list:
- Mean Girls (2004 & 2024) – December 4
- The New Yorker at 100 – December 5
- Elmo and Mark Rober’s Merry Giftmas – December 8
- Record of Ragnarok – Season 3 – December 10
- Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft – Season 2 – December 11
- Emily in Paris – Season 5 – December 18
- Downton Abbey: A New Era – December 24
- Christmas Gameday Specials – December 25
The Full List: Everything Coming to Netflix in December 2025
From classic hits like Forrest Gump and Pulp Fiction to brand-new originals, Netflix’s December lineup offers a mix of nostalgia and innovation. Subscribers can also expect new comedy specials, documentaries, and global releases from Korea, Italy, and beyond.
Why It Matters
With competitors like Amazon Prime Video and Disney+ vying for holiday viewership, Netflix’s end-of-year slate is designed to keep audiences glued to the screen. The mix of star-powered releases, long-awaited finales, and international standouts shows the streamer’s commitment to ending 2025 on a high note.
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