Netflix has unveiled its December 2025 releases, featuring a mix of original films, series, and holiday content. Highlights include Noah Baumbach's 'Jay Kelly' and Rian Johnson's 'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery,' alongside the final volumes of 'Stranger Things' Season 5. The month also brings festive specials and returning favorites to keep subscribers entertained through the holidays.
Key Highlights
Netflix's December 2025 slate emphasizes original content, with major releases spanning comedies, mysteries, and sci-fi. The lineup kicks off with classics and new additions on December 1, including 'Pulp Fiction,' 'Kung Fu Panda' trilogy, and the Netflix Original documentary 'All The Empty Rooms.' Holiday vibes start early with 'Joy for Christmas' and family-friendly titles like 'CoComelon Lane: Season 6.'
Major Original Films
On December 5, 'Jay Kelly' arrives as a Netflix Original coming-of-age comedy-drama directed by Noah Baumbach. Starring George Clooney as a movie star reflecting on his life during a European journey, with Adam Sandler as his manager, the film explores themes of family and legacy. It is accompanied by the behind-the-scenes documentary 'The Making of Jay Kelly.' Later, on December 12, 'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery' premieres, the third in Rian Johnson's series. Daniel Craig returns as Detective Benoit Blanc, investigating a case involving priest Josh Brolin and a cast including Glenn Close, Mila Kunis, and Kerry Washington.
Notable Series and Specials
TV fans can look forward to 'Man Vs. Baby' on December 11, a holiday sequel to 'Man vs. Bee' starring Rowan Atkinson as chaotic house-sitter Trevor Bingley dealing with an unexpected babysitting gig. 'Emily in Paris: Season 5' drops on December 18, continuing the romantic adventures in the French capital. The month culminates with 'Stranger Things' Season 5's back half: Volume 2 on December 25 at 5 p.m. PT, and the finale on December 31 at the same time, wrapping up the Hawkins saga against Vecna with Millie Bobby Brown and Jamie Campbell Bower.
Other releases include 'Home for Christmas: Season 3' on December 12, 'My Secret Santa' on December 3, and live NFL games on Christmas Day. The full schedule spans over 100 titles, blending new originals with licensed favorites like 'Forrest Gump' and 'The West Wing.'
This diverse programming aims to cater to holiday viewers, from family gatherings to binge-watching marathons, ensuring broad appeal across genres.