The Best Series to Binge on Netflix in December 2025
December brings a massive wave of entertainment to close out the year with highly anticipated finales and exciting new premieres. Viewers can prepare for the return of global hits alongside fresh dramas and comedies from around the world. The streaming giant has curated a diverse mix of genres ranging from Westerns and thrillers to animated adventures and romantic comedies. This month promises to offer something for every type of viewer as the holiday season approaches.
‘Stranger Things’ (2016)
The cultural phenomenon returns for its massive final season when it arrives on December 25. The residents of Hawkins must band together for one last stand against Vecna and the forces of the Upside Down. Mysteries regarding the alternate dimension will finally be solved as the group fights to save their town and the world. This premiere serves as the major holiday event for the streaming service.
‘The Abandons’ (2025)
Kurt Sutter brings his gritty storytelling style to the American West in this new drama series launching on December 4. Lena Headey and Gillian Anderson star as matriarchs of two feuding families in 1850s Oregon. The plot centers on a group of outliers who must band together to defend their land against corrupt forces and wealthy interests. It promises a brutal and visceral look at the sacrifices required to survive on the lawless frontier.
‘Emily in Paris’ (2020)
Lily Collins returns as the fashionable marketing executive in the latest chapter of this hit romantic comedy on December 18. ‘Emily in Paris’ continues to follow the protagonist as she juggles her demanding career and complicated love life in the City of Light. Viewers will see her navigate new professional challenges and romantic entanglements amidst the stunning backdrop of Paris. The new episodes promise more high fashion and relationship drama.
‘Mayfair Witches’ (2023)
Alexandra Daddario stars in this supernatural drama based on the novels by Anne Rice arriving on December 2. A neurosurgeon discovers she is the unlikely heir to a family of powerful witches haunted by a sinister spirit. She must come to terms with her new abilities while contending with a dark presence that has plagued her ancestors for generations. The series blends gothic horror elements with modern fantasy tropes in a lush New Orleans setting.
‘One Piece’ (1999)
New episodes of the long-running anime phenomenon join the library on December 15. Monkey D. Luffy and his Straw Hat crew continue their quest to find the legendary treasure known as ‘One Piece’. The series remains a favorite for its world-building and themes of freedom and camaraderie. Fans can expect epic battles and emotional character arcs as the pirates venture deeper into the New World.
‘Victoria’ (2016)
Jenna Coleman stars as the young monarch in this lavish British period drama arriving on December 1. The series chronicles the early life of Queen Victoria from her ascension to the throne at the tender age of eighteen. Viewers will witness her courtship and marriage to Prince Albert along with her struggles to balance royal duties with personal desires. It offers a detailed look at the political scandals and public challenges that defined her long and historic reign.
‘Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft’ (2024)
Lara Croft continues her global expeditions in this animated adventure series landing on December 11. The story picks up after the events of the recent video game trilogy and follows the iconic heroine as she explores ancient ruins. She must protect powerful artifacts from falling into the wrong hands while uncovering secrets about her family history. Action sequences and puzzle-solving remain at the core of this adaptation.
‘Man vs Baby’ (2025)
Rowan Atkinson returns as the bumbling Trevor Bingley in this comedy sequel premiering on December 11. Trevor attempts to house-sit a luxury penthouse over Christmas but finds himself unexpectedly caring for a baby. His efforts to maintain order and keep the infant happy result in escalating chaos and slapstick disasters. The limited series promises plenty of physical comedy and holiday-themed mishaps.
‘True Beauty’ (2020)
This popular Korean romantic comedy about self-image and high school life arrives on December 11. A shy student masters the art of makeup to transform herself into a stunning beauty before transferring to a new school. She finds herself caught in a love triangle between two handsome classmates who see her for who she really is. The drama balances lighthearted humor with sincere messages about self-acceptance.
‘The Amazing Digital Circus’ (2023)
The indie animation sensation that took the internet by storm arrives on the platform on December 12. A woman gets trapped inside a bizarre virtual reality world along with five other humans and is transformed into a jester. They must maintain their sanity under the watch of an eccentric ringmaster AI named Caine. The show is celebrated for its surreal humor and unsettling psychological undertones.
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