The most anticipated new releases streaming in December 2024
In the month of Christmas, streaming platforms offer a rich roundup of new releases, including TV series and films . The highly anticipated second season of «Squid Game» on Netflix — it still holds the record for the most-watched TV series — returns on December 26. The serial adaptation of » One Hundred Years of Solitude» ( Gabriel García Márquez’s masterpiece) debuts on December 11, and the same day also sees the arrival of » Dream Productions: from the world of Inside Out» , the new Pixar series that explores Riley’s dreams between » Inside Out» and the sequel. Also on Netflix, on December 6 Sabrina Carpenter presents » A Nonsense Christmas» , a Christmas musical special with guests such as Shania Twain and Kali Uchis, while » Virgin River» returns with its sixth season on December 19. The Christmas thriller » Black Doves» debuts on December 5 , starring Keira Knightley , and on December 12, the dark comedy » No Good Deed ,» starring Lisa Kudrow and Ray Romano. On Amazon Prime Video , » The Bad Guy 2 « will debut on December 5 , starring Luigi Lo Cascio and Stefano Accorsi in a new, tense chapter. Finally, Netflix is expanding its catalog on December 11 with » The Kings of Tupelo: A Crime Saga ,» a docu-series that chronicles the rise of the Carter empire in the 1970s and 1980s in Tupelo, Mississippi.
With such a varied offering, December promises to be a month full of new releases not to be missed. Scroll down to discover the 10 TV series and films to watch in December 2024 on Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video.
Squid Game: Season 2
Presented in world premiere at «Lucca Comics & Games», the second season of » Squid Game « is coming to Netflix . The dystopian TV series by creator Hwang Dong-hyuk will feature Lee Jung-jae (player 456) and Wi Ha-jun (Hwang Jun-ho) and will arrive in Boxing Day. This season will focus more on the traumatic memories of player 456 and his return to the game, this time with the aim of stopping it once and for all. Alongside the iconic locations of the first season, such as the dormitory and the colored staircase, there will be new environments and surprising games, designed to offer the public a feeling of freshness and novelty. And among the new features are two soundtracks that represent Italy: «Nessun Dorma» by Puccini, «Time to Say Goodbye» by Andrea Bocelli.
The second season of «Squid Game» is coming to Netflix on December 26
Virgin River — Season 6
«Virgin River,» the TV series based on Robyn Carr’s bestselling books, returns to Netflix for Season 6. Created by Sue Tenney, «Virgin River» combines romantic drama and twists. The story will revolve around Mel (Alexandra Breckenridge), a nurse who moves to the quiet California town of Virgin River, and Jack with whom she carries on a complex relationship. Among the expected novelties, there is talk of new children, weddings and the return of beloved characters from the past. The titles of the 10 episodes have also been revealed, ready to surprise the audience.
«Virgin River» Coming to Netflix on December 19
The second season of «The Bad Guy» , highly anticipated on Amazon Prime Video , will arrive on December 5, 2024. The protagonist once again Luigi Lo Cascio, in the role of Nino Scotellaro, the former magistrate turned criminal for revenge. The plot focuses on the fight for the secret archive of Suro, containing explosive interceptions between the boss and figures of power, in an intricate game of alliances and betrayals. Among the new features, the entry of Stefano Accorsi in the stellar cast, which includes Claudia Pandolfi, Carolina Crescentini and other big names in Italian cinema. Directed by Giuseppe G. Stasi and Giancarlo Fontana, The Bad Guy 2 promises a story full of tension and twists, consolidating the success of the series created by Ludovica Rampoldi, Davide Serino and Giuseppe G. Stasi.
«The Bad Guy», on Amazon Prime Video from October 5
Dream Productions: From the World of Inside Out
“Dream Productions: From the World of Inside Out ,” the new series from Pixar Animation Studios, arrives on Disney+ on December 11, 2024 with four episodes set between Inside Out and Inside Out 2. The story explores Riley’s growth and her increasingly complex dreams, managed by a creative team at Dream Productions, the nerve center of her mind. Here, director Paula Persimmon (voice of Paula Pell) and her team of dream experts Zack, Sheng and Gigi navigate the creative chaos alongside director Xeni (Richard Ayoade), who is determined to make his mark. The series offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at dream production, combining humor and introspection with true Pixar style.
“Dream Productions: From the World of Inside Out , ” Disney+ from December 11, 2024
Netflix’s new series «Black Doves» will debut on December 5, 2024 and has already been renewed for a second season. Set in London during the Christmas holidays, the story follows Helen Webb (Keira Knightley), a seemingly ordinary wife and mother, but in reality a professional spy who has been betraying her politician husband for a decade by sharing her secrets with the secret organization Black Doves . After the murder of her lover Jason (Andrew Koji), Helen is protected by Sam (Ben Whishaw), an old friend, under the guidance of the enigmatic spymaster Reed (Sarah Lancashire). The thriller combines tension, betrayal and political intrigue in an evocative setting.
«Black Doves» is coming to Netflix on December 5, 2024
No Good Deed
The dark comedy «No Good Deed,» created by Liz Feldman ( Dead to Me ), is coming to Netflix on December 12, 2024. The eight-episode series follows Lydia (Lisa Kudrow) and Paul (Ray Romano), a couple who put their historic Los Angeles home up for sale to start a new life. Three families, convinced that buying the house will solve their problems, clash in a bidding war, unaware of the dark secrets that lie within. As Lydia and Paul try to escape their past, they realize that the only way out is to face it. Intrigue, mystery and dark humor intertwine in this unmissable series full of twists and turns.
«No Good Deed» Coming to Netflix December 12
The highly anticipated TV adaptation of «One Hundred Years of Solitude» , the famous novel by Nobel Prize winner Gabriel García Márquez , will arrive on Netflix on December 11, 2024. Directed by Alex García López and Laura Mora , and made with the support of the writer’s family, the show consists of 16 episodes filmed entirely in Colombia. The series tells the saga of the Buendías, a family tormented by impossible loves, war, madness and a terrible curse, set in the mythical city of Macondo . The trailer opens with the famous line from the novel: «Many years later, facing the firing squad, Colonel Aureliano Buendía would remember that distant afternoon when his father took him to discover ice». This adaptation promises to pay homage to the masterpiece of Spanish-American literature, which has sold more than 50 million copies and been translated into more than 40 languages.
«One Hundred Years of Solitude» on Netflix from December 11th
The Kings of Tupelo: A Crime Saga is a docu-series that explores the birth and rise of the Carter family criminal empire in the town of Tupelo, Mississippi. Through a mix of interviews, reconstructions and archival footage, the series tells the story of how, in the 1970s and 1980s, this family managed to dominate the illegal trade, becoming one of the most influential organizations in the region. At the center of the plot are family bonds, often torn apart by the thirst for power and violence, as the Carters’ ambition clashes with law enforcement and ruthless rivals. The docu-series delves into the darkest behind the scenes, highlighting the allure and danger of a life of crime, with Tupelo as the symbol of a community trapped between legality and corruption.
The Kings of Tupelo: A Crime Saga Coming December 11 to Netflix
A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter
Beloved around the world, pop star Sabrina Carpenter is coming to Netflix with “A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter” on December 7. A holiday musical special from Sabrina Carpenter , available on the streaming service. The exclusive event, produced by Carpenter with OBB Pictures , combines music and comedy, featuring performances from her holiday EP fruitcake , popular holiday covers, and collaborations with special guests Shania Twain, Kali Uchis, Tyla, and Chappell Roan. Comedic cameos from stars Quinta Brunson, Cara Delevingne, and Nico Hiraga will also be included. Carpenter describes the show as a fresh take on the classic holiday variety show, with her own unique style. The launch of “A Nonsense Christmas” follows the success of her sixth studio album, “Short n’ Sweet,” which debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, cementing Carpenter as one of the most influential artists in contemporary pop. Don’t miss one of the most anticipated events of the holidays: A Nonsense Christmas promises to be an engaging and innovative Christmas experience.
“ A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter” is coming to Netflix on December 7.