As December ushers in the end of 2024, Netflix is rolling out an exciting array of original films and series perfect for festive binge-watching. From heart-racing thrillers and magical fantasies to action-packed adventures, romantic tales, and sharp comedies, December’s releases promise something for every mood. Dive into the top 10 Netflix English originals for December 2024, each offering a unique twist to keep the year-end entertaining and unforgettable.
Must-Watch English language Netflix films and series for December,2024
That Christmas / Fantasy Comedy / December 4, 2024
Animated by DNEG Animation, this Christmas film boasts production by Locksmith Animation. Simon Otto debuts as a director with this comedy movie adapted by screenwriter Peter Souter from Richard Curtis's beloved children’s book series.
‘That Christmas’ stars the voices of Brian Cox, Lolly Adefope, Fiona Shaw, Alex Macqueen, Jodie Whittaker, Katherine Parkinson, Bill Nighy, and Paul Kaye.
This family film weaves together intertwined stories of love and loneliness, exploring the bonds of family and friendship. Meanwhile, Santa Claus grapples with a monumental blunder involving an overwhelming number of turkeys!
Black Doves / Spy Thriller / December 5, 2024
Developed by Noisy Bear and Sister, this British spy series flourishes with Joe Barton as its creator.
The narrative follows Helen whose carefully guarded secret got threatened when her lover falls victim to London’s underworld. It prompts her employers to send an old acquaintance for her protection.
The action series features a star cast including Keira Knightley, Ben Whishaw, Sarah Lancashire, Andrew Koji, Omari Douglas, Kathryn Hunter, and Tracey Ullman.
Mary / Political Thriller / December 6, 2024
Produced by Mary Aloe, Hannah Leader, Gillian Hormel, and Joshua Harris, this British movie thrives with the director D. J. Caruso and the writer Timothy Michael Hayes.
This thriller movie tells the story of Mary who is thrust into hiding after the miraculous birth of Jesus. With Herod’s decree for the Massacre of the Innocents, she, Joseph, and Jesus must flee to Egypt to escape danger.
This epic biblical movie features an ensemble cast that includes Noa Cohen, Stephanie Nur, Ido Tako, Susan Brown, Anthony Hopkins, Hilla Vidor, Dudley O'Shaughnessy, and Mehmet Kurtulus.
A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter / Variety Musical Show / December 6, 2024
Directed by Sam Wrench, this holiday special features pop icon Sabrina Carpenter performing tracks from her festive EP Fruitcake, along with popular holiday covers. Viewers can also expect surprise duets, guest artists, and plenty of comedic cameos.
The show makes its way to Netflix courtesy of producers Carpenter, along with Michael D. Ratner, Scott Ratner, Kfir Goldberg, and Simone Spira of OBB Pictures. The production team also includes Bill Perlman and Janelle Lopez Genzink.
Maria / Biographical Psychological Drama / December 11, 2024
Based on the life of opera singer Maria Callas, this biopic is shaped by the direction of Pablo Larrain and the writing of Steven Knight. This psychological film marks the third and final installment in Larrain's trilogy centered on significant 20th-century women, following Jackie (2016) and Spencer (2021).
Set in the 1970s during Callas' final years, this biographical drama explores her life in Paris.
Starring Angelina Jolie in the title role, this cinematic venture is an international co-production between the United States, Italy, and Germany. The supporting roles are played by Alba Rohrwacher, Valeria Golino, Pierfrancesco Favino, Kodi Smit-McPhee, and Haluk Bilginer.
No Good Deed / Comedy / December 12, 2024
Jointly produced by Visualized Inc. and Gloria Sanchez Productions, this American comedy series thrives with the creator Liz Feldman at the helm.
This dark comedy centers on three families who compete to purchase the same house, each believing it will be the solution to their problems.
The drama series stars Ray Romano, Lisa Kudrow, Linda Cardellini, Luke Wilson, Teyonah Parris, Abbi Jacobson, Poppy Liu, Denis Leary, and O-T Fagbenle.
Feldman, Will Ferrell, Jessica Elbaum, Christie Smith, and Silver Tree serve as executive producers.
Carry-On / Action Thriller / December 13, 2024
Written by T.J. Fixman, this American thriller movie excels with Jaume Collet-Serra as its director and Dylan Clark as the producer.
The crime film stars Taron Egerton, Jason Bateman, and Sofia Carson in the lead roles. Logan Marshall-Green, Danielle Deadwyler, Theo Rossi, Dean Norris, and Sinqua Walls round out the additional cast.
The mystery film revolves around a young Transportation Security Administration officer who is blackmailed into allowing a dangerous package onto a Christmas Day flight.
Virgin River: Season 6 / Romantic Drama / December 19, 2024
Mel Monroe takes a midwife and nurse practitioner job in the secluded town of Virgin River, hoping for a fresh start. But she soon realizes that small-town life brings unexpected challenges.
With this plot, Sue Tenney created ‘Virgin River’ based on the novel series of the same name by Robyn Carr. Credit for producing this American drama series goes to Reel World Management.
Season 6 focuses on the preparations for Mel and Jack’s wedding. After purchasing the property in the Season 5 finale, they move closer to parenthood while transforming Lilly’s farm into their dream home.
Like the previous season, Patrick Sean Smith remains the showrunner for this season.
Alexandra Breckenridge, Lynda Boyd, and Martin Henderson reprise their roles from the previous seasons. Jessica Rothe, Callum Kerr, and John Allen Nelson are the new faces for the season.
The other cast members are Tim Matheson, Marco Grazzini, Colin Lawrence, Annette O’Toole, Benjamin Hollingsworth, Sarah Dugdale, Zibby Allen, Kandyse McClure, Kai Bradbury, and Mark Ghanime.
The Dragon Prince: Season Finale / Fantasy Adventure / December 19, 2024
Animated by Bardel Entertainment, this fantasy series adopts the subtitle ‘Mystery of Aaravos’ starting from the fourth season. Created by Aaron Ehasz and Justin Richmond, the production of this epic fantasy series is spearheaded by Wonderstorm.
Set in the magical land of Xadia, the story follows princes Callum and Ezran, and the elf Rayla, on their quest to end a thousand-year conflict among humans, dragons, and elves. Meanwhile, they also must take care of the young Storm Dragon, Azymondias.
In keeping with the chronological flow of the books, Season 7 will adapt Book 7 (Dark), and conclude the Mystery of Aaravos storyline.
The action-drama cast voices of Jack DeSena, Paula Burrows, Sasha Rojen, Jason Simpson, Racquel Belmonte, and Jesse Inocalla.
The Six Triple Eight / War Drama / December 20, 2024
Starring Kerry Washington, Ebony Obsidian, Susan Sarandon, Dean Norris, Sam Waterston, and Oprah Winfrey, this American period drama boasts Tyler Perry as its writer and director.
Inspired by Kevin M. Hymel’s 2019 article on the 6888th Central Postal Battalion in World War II History, this war movie highlights a lesser-known chapter of history. The movie pays tribute to the all-black, all-female unit that played a crucial role during the war.
The production credit goes to Her Excellency Productions, Intuition Productions, Mandalay Pictures, and Tyler Perry Studios.
In a Nutshell
Netflix English originals list for December 2024 brings a fresh wave of premieres, serving up fan-favorite genres.
‘That Christmas’ and ‘The Dragon Prince’ transport audiences into a beautifully crafted realm where holiday magic meets mythical adventure. The suspense-filled journeys of ‘Black Doves’, ‘Mary’, and ‘Carry-On’ promise excitement and intrigue with every twist. ‘A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter’ brings a festive musical variety that’s sure to charm music lovers. From the inspiring journey of ‘Maria’ to the valor of ‘The Six Triple Eight’, the romance in ‘Virgin River’, and the charm of ‘No Good Deed’, these stories beautifully capture a spectrum of emotions.
In essence, all of these captivating titles offer a vibrant blend of storytelling, aiming to take viewers into worlds rich with emotion, mystery, laughter, and imagination.
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