What’s Coming to Netflix in December 2025

Ah, December- when the year winds down, the nights are longer, and we finally cosy up with our favourite streaming platform (for me, that’s Netflix). This December is stacked with must-sees: from sleek dramas to reality duels, from refurbishing ego-soaked actors to real estate warfare. Whether you’re wrapping up your year with something thought-provoking or just want a full-on binge with popcorn, December 2025 has you covered.

Picture this: you’ve just finished your work, the deco lights are on, maybe a fire or lights humming outside, you click open Netflix and you find a lineup that feels like a proper season finale for your year. These releases aren’t just filler—they’re the kind that make you pause and think, “Yes, I’m doing the right thing staying in tonight.” There’s something for the introspective soul, the adrenaline junkie, the reality-TV junkie, the movie buff, and even the ones who just want escapism.

In the sections ahead, we’ll dive into three standout titles arriving this month: a high-concept film, a reality series with serious stakes, and a globally-hugged phenomenon’s final chapter. For each, you’ll get a synopsis, release date, key cast & crew, genre, and trailer link. Then there’s a quick-reference table (for the skimmers) and some final thoughts – what to watch first, what to save for a weekend, what to skip if you’re pressed for time. So grab your remote (and maybe a cozy blanket) – let’s find your December Netflix shortlist.

1. Jay Kelly

Release date: December 5, 2025.
Cast & director: Directed by Noah Baumbach; stars George Clooney, Adam Sandler, Laura Dern, Billy Crudup.
Genre: Coming-of-age comedy-drama / Hollywood satire.
Synopsis 
Jay Kelly, a legendary Hollywood actor used to living the limelight, finds himself at a crossroads: his extroverted career has surged ahead while his personal life quietly frays. When he embarks on a European journey with his devoted manager Ron (Sandler) instead of the next blockbuster, it turns into a witty, emotional road-trip confronting fame, regret, and the relationships he’s taken for granted. We see Jay’s façade gradually peel away as he’s forced to reckon with his distant daughters, his ageing father, and the industry that built him – and maybe broke him. Beautifully shot across NYC, London and Tuscany, the film blends the razzle-dazzle of celebrity with tender, unguarded human moments.
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2. Owning Manhattan Season 2

Release date: December 5, 2025.
Cast & director: Led by real-estate powerhouse Ryan Serhant, and his brokerage team.
Genre: Reality / Lifestyle / Business drama.
Synopsis (approx. 120 words):
Back for Season 2, “Owning Manhattan” dives even deeper into the high-stakes world of luxury real estate in New York – and now beyond. Ryan Serhant and his rapidly expanding firm face record-breaking listings ($50-60 million plus), major commercial development deals, and internal tensions as they scale from a few hundred to over 1,000 agents. New lives, new challenges: as competition heats up and agents scramble for their place in the firm, viewers are privy to the business manoeuvres, glam listings, and the real pressure behind “selling shiny things”. If you thought Season 1 was intense, this one is billed as “all-out real-estate warfare”.

3. Stranger Things Season 5

Release dates:

• Volume 2 (three episodes): December 25, 2025.
• Finale (feature-length episode): December 31, 2025.

Cast & director: Created by The Duffer Brothers; stars returning cast of Hawkins including Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, etc. (see full cast list)
Genre: Sci-fi / Horror / Drama / Supernatural.
Synopsis (approx. 120 words):
The cult phenomenon returns for its grand finale. In Season 5 of Stranger Things, Hawkins’ young heroes face their darkest hours yet as an ominous new force looms – tying the fate of their town, their friends, and the Upside-Down together in a high-stakes culmination. With lives changed, relationships fractured, and the unknown more threatening than ever, the season builds to a cinematic climax. Volume 2 drops on Christmas, heightening the countdown vibe, and the feature-length finale lands on New Year’s Eve, marking an event-style stream. Whether you’re long-time fans or late comers, this is the moment to join in or binge back catalogue and finish strong.
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Quick Reference Table

Final Thoughts: December’s Netflix Must-Sees

As you build your December watch-list, here are some parting pointers:

• Start with Jay Kelly if you’re looking for something thoughtful and grounded. It’s an ideal pre-holiday streaming pick when you want substance, not just noise.
• Switch to Owning Manhattan when you’re in the mood for something charismatic and energising but still light enough to watch while doing other things. Think cocktail dress & popcorn.
• Save Stranger Things for December 25 and December 31 – this is an event piece. Join the fandom energy, maybe plan a watch-party, make the finale feel like an occasion.
• For your women’s blog angle: highlight how each title touches on female-centric themes – e.g., in Jay Kelly the daughters’ perspective, in Owning Manhattan the modern career woman, in Stranger Things strong female characters who have led the series.
• If you’re short on time: at the very least don’t skip Jay Kelly or the Stranger Things finale – they’ll likely be among the most talked-about.

This December on Netflix feels like the perfect wrap to a year of streaming. Whether you want laughs, real-world hustle, or supernatural chills – Netflix has you covered. So plug in, settle in, pick one (or all three) and enjoy your December binge-mode!