As December enters its busiest streaming period, Netflix, HBO/Max, and Hulu are rolling out major premieres—from holiday comedies and franchise sequels to new seasons of fan-favorite series. Here’s a clear breakdown of everything new this week and the biggest upcoming titles to watch heading into 2026. Streaming platforms continue adding new movies and TV shows every week, giving U.S. audiences more choices than ever before. Whether you enjoy thrillers, comedy, romance, documentaries, or family content, there are exciting new titles arriving across Netflix, HBO, and Hulu.
Here’s a simple weekly update of what’s new and trending in the United States for 2025–26.
Key Points
- New titles arrive every week
- True crime and thrillers remain top categories
- Comedy and romance shows are growing in popularity
- Family animation remains strong
- Social media boosts trending shows
This Week’s Top Releases (Dec 9–15, 2025)
New on Netflix
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery (Dec 12)
Benoit Blanc returns to investigate a mysterious murder inside a deeply religious community—one of the month’s biggest Netflix releases.
Man Vs Baby (Dec 11)
Rowan Atkinson stars in this Christmas-themed comedy about a chaotic house-sitting job gone wrong.
Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft – Season 2 (Dec 11)
Lara embarks on a race across Africa to recover ancient relics before they fall into the wrong hands.
Home for Christmas – Season 3 (Dec 12)
A new season of the popular Norwegian rom-com series arrives just in time for the holidays.
The West Wing (Seasons 1–7) (Dec 9)
All seven seasons of the acclaimed political drama join Netflix’s library.
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New on HBO
Sarah Squirm: Live + In the Flesh (Dec 12)
An HBO Original comedy special from SNL’s Sarah Sherman.
Spinal Tap II: The End Continues (Dec 12)
The long-awaited legacy sequel to the classic mockumentary.
Wizkid: Long Live Lagos (Dec 11)
A new documentary exploring the life and global impact of Nigerian superstar Wizkid.
It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley (Dec 4)
A deep dive into the life and artistry of the influential singer-songwriter.
Metro Crime Files
A dramatic crime series focusing on major U.S. cities and real investigations.
New on Hulu
Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour | The End of an Era (Dec 12)
Two new episodes of the massively popular concert special debut this week.
Percy Jackson and the Olympians – Season 2 (Dec 10)
Percy and his friends return for a new adventure, premiering simultaneously on Hulu and Disney+.
Plane (2023) (Dec 12)
Gerard Butler’s action thriller arrives on Hulu.
Kumail Nanjiani: Night Thoughts (Dec 19)
A new Hulu Original stand-up special premiering next week.
Upcoming Highlights (Late 2025 – Early 2026)
Netflix
- Stranger Things – Final Episodes (Dec 2025): Volume 2 arrives Christmas Day; the series finale drops on New Year’s Eve.
- Emily in Paris – Season 5 (Dec 18, 2025).
- Jay Kelly (2026): Noah Baumbach’s new film starring George Clooney and Adam Sandler.
- Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery (2026 theatrical/streaming rollout).
- The Witcher – Final Season (2026).
HBO/Max
- The Pitt – Season 2 (January 2026).
Hulu
- The Life of Chuck (Dec 26): A Stephen King adaptation.
- Together (Dec 26): A new horror release.
- Tell Me Lies – Season 3 (January 2026).
What Genres Are Growing Fast?
Streaming data shows that viewers in 2025–26 prefer:
- holiday romance
- true crime
- family movies
- dramatic thrillers
- social-media-boosted content
Short-form clips and TikTok reviews often bring sudden popularity to shows that might go unnoticed otherwise.
Which Platform Is Most Popular in the U.S.?
Netflix remains #1 in total subscribers, but HBO and Hulu continue gaining attention with high-quality original series and new seasonal releases.
Final Outlook
Expect more holiday movies, true crime shows, and animated family releases through the winter and into 2026. The U.S. streaming landscape is growing fast, and weekly updates show how quickly viewers discover new favorites.
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