On December 26, viewers finally got the highly anticipated second season of Squid Game, but it’s far from the only Netflix premiere closing out 2024. December brought a variety of exciting and diverse releases to the platform — ranging from historical documentaries and gripping thrillers to musical shows and adaptations of iconic novels. Here are 5 new releases you can watch now.
Churchill at War
Premiere: December 4
This documentary mini-series highlights key moments in Winston Churchill’s life and leadership during World War II. Featuring archival recordings of his famous speeches, as well as insights from historians and political figures, the series focuses on how Churchill managed to unite the nation and inspire the British people during the critical years of 1940–1941.
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Black Doves
Premiere: December 5
Set in Christmas-time London, this spy thriller follows Helen, a smart and loyal wife leading a double life as a seasoned spy. For the past decade, she has been working for a secret organization known as the 'Black Doves', providing intelligence about her influential husband. When her lover is murdered, Helen’s handler turns to an old ally for help, and together they must unravel a complex conspiracy.
A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter
Premiere: December 6
Pop artist Sabrina Carpenter presents a festive musical project in the style of a holiday variety show. The program features her biggest hits, songs from her new album fruitcake, unexpected duets, and vibrant comedic skits. According to Carpenter, it offers a fresh and lighthearted take on traditional Christmas entertainment.
One Hundred Years of Solitude
Premiere: December 11
For the first time ever, Gabriel García Márquez’s globally acclaimed novel is brought to life in a 16-episode format. Filmed in the author’s home country of Colombia, the series tells the story of the Buendía family. Their lives unfold under the shadow of a curse that binds them to loneliness, war, and impossible love for a century in the mysterious town of Macondo.
Carry-On
Premiere: December 13
This tense thriller takes place during the holiday rush. A stranger demands that an airport employee smuggle a dangerous package past security and ensure it gets on a plane. The young agent must use wit and bravery to prevent disaster and save the passengers’ lives.
