Major Highlights of December 2024 Netflix Releases
1. Blockbuster Originals
“Maria” (Dec. 11): Angelina Jolie stars as iconic opera singer Maria Callas in a biopic that explores her final days in Paris, directed by Pablo Larraín. Expect a deeply emotional and operatic film perfect for drama lovers.
“Carry-On” (Dec. 13): This Christmas Eve thriller follows a TSA agent outsmarting a criminal with a mysterious package. Starring Taron Egerton, it’s set to be a gripping watch for fans of suspenseful storytelling.
2. Holiday Specials and Family Favorites
“The Great British Baking Show: Holidays” (Dec. 9): Celebrate Christmas with creative desserts and holiday cheer in the latest season of this beloved competition series.
“A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter” (Dec. 6): Sabrina Carpenter charms audiences with a lighthearted Christmas comedy special.
3. Fan-Favorite Series Return
“BEASTARS: Final Season, Part 1” (Dec. 5): The anime phenomenon returns for its final chapter, offering a blend of intrigue and emotional depth.
“Queer Eye” Season 9 (Dec. 11): The Fab Five return with a new host, Jeremiah Brent, bringing transformative makeovers to Las Vegas.
4. New Documentaries
“Polo” (Dec. 11): A sports docuseries produced by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle dives into the world of high-stakes polo, exploring the lives of elite players.
“The Kings of Tupelo” (Dec. 11): A jaw-dropping true crime saga unfolds in Mississippi, blending internet conspiracies with shocking local drama.
5. International Gems
Netflix also enriches its December lineup with diverse global content:
“One Hundred Years of Solitude” (Dec. 11): The first part of the Colombian adaptation of Gabriel García Márquez’s literary masterpiece.
“Tomorrow and I” (Dec. 4): A dystopian series from Thailand, perfect for fans of Hunger Games-style storytelling.
“The Children’s Train” (Dec. 4): A historical drama from Italy, offering compelling narratives for history buffs.
