Even with Netflix’s recommendation algorithm serving you new movies, new TV shows, and original programming tailored to your viewing habits, the streaming service’s fire hose of content makes what’s coming difficult to parse.
The second season of Squid Game hits Netflix at the end of the month, along with the final season of Beastars and the new Dragon Prince season. There’s also Great British Bakeoff holiday episodes, a Sabrina Carpenter Christmas special, and a whole lot of Netflix sports specials. And from the back catalogue, what better way to ring in the than Mad Max: Fury Road!
Editor’s Pick: Jentry Chau vs. the Underworld
Showrunner: Echo Wu
Cast: Ali Wong, Bowen Yang, Lori Tann Chinn
This new animated series combines supernatural Chinese mythology and teen drama — with colorful animation, hilarious voice acting, and really interesting characters. Ali Wong voices Jentry Chau, a teenage girl who’s spent her whole life hiding her fire powers. But when she learns that she’s being pursued by a demonic mogui, Jentry must harness the powers she’s tried to hide and move back to her tiny hometown in Texas.
Available now
Netflix Stories: A Virgin River Christmas (Netflix Games)
From Netflix: Spend the holidays in Virgin River, the perfect spot to finish your novel with hot cocoa in hand. But watch out! Fate has plans involving a cute, irresistible local…
The Rise of the Golden Idol (Netflix Games)
From Netflix: The Idol was lost — but not forgotten. Collect crime-scene clues to piece together shocking truths in this sequel to an award-winning mystery game.
TED Tumblewords (Netflix Games)
From Netflix: Play against your friends in the ultimate collection of mind-bending word puzzles and unlock vast wisdom from TED as you soar through the leaderboards.
Available Dec. 1
Bunk’d: Season 7
Burlesque
Daddy Day Care
The Happytime Murders
Little
Midway
Project X
We’re the Millers
Zero Dark Thirty
Available Dec. 2
30 for 30: Bad Boys
30 for 30: Celtics/Lakers: The Best of Enemies
30 for 30: Sole Man
30 for 30: This Magic Moment
30 for 30: This Was the XFL
30 for 30: Winning Time: Reggie Miller vs. The New York Knicks
Available Dec. 3
Fortune Feimster: Crushing It (Netflix Comedy Special)
From Netflix: Fortune Feimster, the beloved comedian and actress, returns with her third Netflix comedy special, Fortune Feimster: Crushing It, premiering globally on Netflix on December 3, 2024. Following the success of her previous specials, Good Fortune (2022) and Sweet & Salty (2020), both of which received Critics Choice nominations, Fortune continues to deliver her signature blend of humor and heart. In Crushing It, Fortune shares hilarious stories from her life, including her “romantic” honeymoon with her wife and her reflections on no longer being her mom’s surrogate husband. With her unique comedic perspective and infectious energy, Fortune invites audiences into her world where laughter and love reign supreme.
Available Dec. 4
The Children’s Train (Netflix Film)
From Netflix: In late 1940s Italy, a mother makes the difficult decision to send her son to the north, where he catches glimpses of a new life away from poverty.
Churchill at War (Netflix Documentary)
From Netflix: This captivating docuseries examines Winston Churchill’s pivotal role in World War II and the formative events that made him an ideal leader for the era.
The Only Girl in the Orchestra (Netflix Documentary)
From Netflix: Trailblazing double bassist Orin O’Brien was never one to seek the spotlight, but when Leonard Bernstein hired her in 1966 as the first female musician in the New York Philharmonic, she inevitably became the focus of media attention and, ultimately, one of the most renowned musicians of a generation.
Tomorrow and I (Netflix Series)
From Netflix: This series reimagines Thailand in a dystopian future where technology scrapes at the surface of old customs, exposing rips in the fabric of culture.
That Christmas (Netflix Family)
From Netflix: It’s an unforgettable Christmas for the townsfolk of Wellington-on-Sea when the worst snowstorm in history alters everyone’s plans — including Santa’s.
The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On: Season 3 (Netflix Series)
From Netflix: Is the grass greener on the other side? Six more couples test this theory by moving in with new potential partners for a revealing social experiment.
Available Dec. 5
BEASTARS: Final Season: Part 1 (Netflix Anime)
From Netflix: While Louis and Haru navigate their new lives at university, Legoshi catches the eye of a BEASTAR who needs his help in capturing a heinous criminal.
Black Doves (Netflix Series)
From Netflix: When a spy posing as a politician’s wife learns her lover has been murdered, an old assassin friend joins her on a quest for truth — and vengeance.
Compliance
Jentry Chau vs the Underworld (Netflix Family)
From Netflix: As her 16th birthday approaches, a not-so-average teen rediscovers the fiery powers she’s long suppressed and is forced to face her demons — literally.
Subservience
Top Chef: Boston
Top Chef: Kentucky
Top Chef: Seattle
Available Dec. 6
A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter (Netflix Special)
From Netflix: Pop icon Sabrina Carpenter jingles all the bells in her first-ever variety music special full of Christmas hits, unexpected duets and comedic cameos.
Biggest Heist Ever (Netflix Documentary)
From Netflix: She rapped. He hacked. How did Ilya “Dutch” Lichtenstein and his wife Heather “Razzlekhan” Morgan pull off one of the biggest crypto crimes ever? From Emmy winner Chris Smith, the director of “Bad Vegan” and “Fyre,” comes this stranger-than-fiction documentary about a couple dubbed Bitcoin Bonnie and Clyde.
Camp Crasher (Netflix Film)
From Netflix: In a bid to save her son’s end-of-school camping trip, a single mom steps in as the bus driver while trying to show him she really can be a cool mom.
Echoes of the Past (Netflix Series)
From Netflix: Accused of his sister’s murder, Yehia is fiercely determined to seek vengeance and unmask the true perpetrator.
Mary (Netflix Film)
From Netflix: Mary is a coming-of-age biblical epic in which Mary is shunned following a miraculous conception and forced into hiding. When King Herod ignites a murderous pursuit for her newborn baby Jesus, Mary and Joseph go on the run – bound by faith and driven by courage – to save his life at all costs.
Available Dec. 9
The Great British Baking Show: Holidays: Season 7 (Netflix Series)
From Netflix: Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith welcome former hopefuls back to the tent to whip up seasonal sweet treats for a chance to win the coveted Star Baker title.
Rubble and Crew: Season 1
Available Dec. 10
Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was… (Netflix Comedy Event)
From Netflix: Oscar and Grammy-winner and beloved comedy icon, Jamie Foxx, returns to the stage to set the record straight in a comedy event that celebrates resilience, humor, and the power of community; if he can stay funny, he can stay alive.
Polo (Netflix Sports Series)
From Netflix: From executive producers Prince Harry and Meghan, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, comes an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the fast-paced and glamorous world of Polo. Over five episodes, the documentary series follows elite global players on and off the field as they compete in the high-stakes U.S. Open Polo Championship in Wellington, Florida. Through fierce rivalries and intense training, viewers will get an unprecedented glimpse into the dedication and skill required to compete at the sport’s highest level. From a young player pushed to his limits by his demanding father, to a former golfer who’s made significant sacrifices for the love of the sport, to the father-son duo widely regarded as the greatest players of all time – they all face intense personal and professional challenges as they vie for the coveted title. Polo is an Archewell and Boardwalk Pictures Production.
Rugged Rugby: Conquer or Die (Netflix Series)
From Netflix: In the shadows of Korea’s rugby world, seven teams engage in a fierce battle of strength, strategy, and teamwork — all vying to be crowned champion.
Available Dec. 11
The Kings of Tupelo: A Southern Crime Saga (Netflix Documentary)
From Netflix: A small-town feud, an internet conspiracy, an Elvis impersonator, mysterious severed body parts, and an assassination attempt on the President. Welcome to Mississippi where this jaw-dropping story spirals from local drama to a national scandal. Buckle up for a wild ride. This isn’t fiction — it’s Tupelo.
Makayla’s Voice: A Letter to the World (Netflix Documentary)
From Netflix: Makayla, a teenage girl, who has spent her life grappling with a rare form of autism that rendered her essentially nonverbal. However, her parents, filled with unwavering belief in their daughter’s potential, embarked on a transformative journey to discover the true depth of Makayla’s inner world.
Maria (Netflix Film)
From Netflix: Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers of the 20th century in acclaimed director Pablo Larrain’s operatic MARIA. The film follows the American-Greek soprano as she retreats to Paris after a glamorous and tumultuous life in the public eye. MARIA reimagines the legendary soprano in her final days as the diva reckons with her identity and life.
One Hundred Years of Solitude: Part 1 (Netflix Series)
From Netflix: In the timeless town of Macondo, seven generations of the Buendía family navigate love, oblivion and the inescapability of their past — and their fate
Queer Eye: Season 9 (Netflix Series)
From Netflix: The Fab Five welcome a new member as they head to Vegas to transform more inspiring heroes with makeovers that dazzle like the neon-lit Strip.
Available Dec. 12
La Palma (Netflix Series)
From Netflix: A Norwegian family vacationing on La Palma faces disaster when a young researcher discovers alarming signs of an imminent volcanic eruption.
No Good Deed (Netflix Series)
From Netflix: The sale of Paul and Lydia’s picture-perfect LA home forces them to face painful family secrets — and hide them from prying eyes and cutthroat buyers.
Available Dec. 13
1992 (Netflix Series)
From Netflix: An enraged serial killer with mysterious links to the Seville Expo ’92 scorches his victims to death in this crime series directed by Álex de la Iglesia
Carry-On (Netflix Film)
From Netflix: A young TSA agent fights to outsmart a mysterious traveler who blackmails him into letting a dangerous package slip onto a Christmas Eve flight.
Disaster Holiday (Netflix Film)
From Netflix: A workaholic dad, trying to win over his kids, heads to the coast of Durban for a big work meeting — under the guise of a family road trip vacation.
Available Dec. 16
The Dead Don’t Die
The Equalizer: Seasons 1-3
Available Dec. 17
Aaron Rodgers: Enigma (Netflix Sports Series)
From Netflix: Follow NFL legend Aaron Rodgers as he bounces back from an Achilles injury in this sports series chronicling the defining moments of his life and career.
Ronny Chieng: Love To Hate It (Netflix Comedy Special)
From Netflix: Emmy-winning actor and comedian Ronny Chieng has announced his highly anticipated third Netflix stand-up special, Love To Hate It, which will premiere globally on December 17th. Filmed over a five night sold-out run in Honolulu at the historic Hawai’i Theatre, this extremely personal special hilariously unpacks the indignities of the IVF process, the pitfalls of being a man on the internet, American politics and the place of the older generation in today’s world.
Available Dec. 18
Julia’s Stepping Stones (Netflix Documentary)
From Netflix: Throughout her career, pioneering filmmaker, the late Julia Reichert, gave voice to the voiceless. In a final collaboration with her husband, Steven Bognar, Julia shares the intimate story of her own journey, from her youth as a working-class girl who dreamt of a larger life for herself to her discovery of documentary filmmaking and her own voice along the way.
The Manny: Season 2 (Netflix Series)
From Netflix: Gabriel and Jimena’s paths cross once again, with more passion and intrigue than they could imagine. Will they get another shot at love or lose it all?
Available Dec. 19
The Dragon Prince: Season 7 (Netflix Family)
From Netflix: With the world still reeling from destruction and heartbreak, Callum, Ezran and friends face their toughest challenge yet: stopping Aaravos for good.
Project Runway: Seasons 18-19
Virgin River: Season 6 (Netflix Series)
From Netflix: New beginnings, uncovered secrets and second thoughts: As Mel and Jack prepare for the wedding, they learn more about each other — and their loved ones.
Available Dec. 20
Ferry 2 (Netflix Film)
From Netflix: After losing his drug empire, Ferry Bouman has found a measure of peace away from Brabant’s criminal underworld — until his past catches up to him.
The Six Triple Eight (Netflix Film)
From Netflix: During World War II, the only Women’s Army Corps unit of color to serve overseas takes on a seemingly impossible mission in Tyler Perry’s drama inspired by a true story.
Umjolo: Day Ones (Netflix Film)
From Netflix: Zanele and Andile have been best friends since day one. But now that Andile is married with kids, is Zanele destined to be in the friend zone forever?
UniverXO Dabiz (Netflix Documentary)
From Netflix: Chef Dabiz Muñoz faces a life-changing decision in this docuseries: to keep his most renowned restaurant at the top — or close its kitchen for good.
Available Dec. 21
Flipping Out: Seasons 6-8
Available Dec. 24
Your Friend Nate Bargatze (Netflix Comedy Special)
From Netflix: Back for his third Netflix comedy special, Nate Bargatze brings his humor to discuss wanting a second dog, how much pizza to order for guys’ night, his wife being the responsible one, and more.
Available Dec. 25
NFL on Christmas: Baltimore Ravens vs. Houston Texans (Netflix Live Event)
From Netflix: The Baltimore Ravens face the Houston Texans in the second of two NFL matchups, after the Kansas City Chiefs play the Pittsburgh Steelers.
NFL on Christmas: Kansas City Chiefs vs. Pittsburgh Steelers (Netflix Live Event)
From Netflix: In the first of two NFL matchups, the Kansas City Chiefs visit the Pittsburgh Steelers. Then, the Baltimore Ravens face the Houston Texans.
Available Dec. 26
Squid Game: Season 2 (Netflix Series)
From Netflix: Heralding the return of the worldwide hit, a new chapter unfolds as Gi-hun comes back with an agenda, having given up on leaving for the US.
Available Dec. 28
Maestro in Blue: Season 3 (Netflix Series)
From Netflix: As Orestis and Klelia try to sort out their feelings, the investigation intensifies on the island of Paxos and the murder case approaches an end.
Available Dec. 30
Mad Max: Fury Road
Available Dec. 31
Avicii – I’m Tim (Netflix Documentary)
From Netflix: Before Avicii, there was Tim. Through his own words, witness how a prodigious musical talent became one of the defining artists of his generation.
Avicii – My Last Show (Netflix Film)
From Netflix: On Aug. 28, 2016, Tim Bergling, better known as Avicii, graced the stage of the Ushuaïa nightclub in Ibiza for what would be his final performance.
Evil: Season 3
Michelle Buteau: A Buteau-ful Mind at Radio City Music Hall (Netflix Comedy Special)
From Netflix: Michelle Buteau is making HERstory y’all. As the first female comic to record a special at the iconic Radio City Music Hall, the comedian returns for her second Netflix comedy special: Michelle Buteau: A Buteau-ful Mind at Radio City Music Hall. Celebrate the New Year right as Buteau reflects on motherhood, marriage, and more.
The Millionaire Matchmaker: Seasons 5-7
Source：https://www.polygon.com/entertainment/483817/new-netflix-december-2024-movies-tv-to-watch
