Top New Netflix Releases This Week
It feels like forever ago when Netflix was just a DVD rental service in the mail, shaking up the world of video stores. That’s because, nearly 27 years since starting in 1997, the streaming giant churns out tons of content—comedy, documentaries, reality shows, you name it—that it’s easy to forget where it all began. With almost 270 million subscribers globally (as of April 2024) and a wide range of programming, Netflix has become the go-to platform for entertainment.
The turning point can be traced back to 2013 when they launched “House of Cards,” a show that won Emmys and had top-tier talent both on screen and behind the scenes, rivaling the best network and cable dramas out there. Then came hits like “Orange Is the New Black,” “Bloodline,” “Narcos,” and a slew of other top-notch content. More than a decade into creating original material, Netflix now boasts over 6,600 movies, series, and specials, covering everything from dramas to stand-up to blockbuster films, many starring A-listers and renowned directors exploring passion projects. By July 2023, over half of the content on Netflix is original.
In today’s flood of options, it can be tough to stand out, but Netflix’s shows have managed to break through in a variety of genres: from dystopian thrillers like “Squid Game,” to period dramas like “Bridgerton,” to gripping sci-fi like “Stranger Things.” And the library keeps growing. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the latest releases on Netflix this week, from Dec. 23 to Dec. 29. See what 6 new shows, movies, and specials might just be the next big hit on the platform:
– “Your Friend, Nate Bargatze” (Special)
– Performer: Nate Bargatze
– Genre: Comedy
– Premiere date: Dec. 24
– “Christmas Gameday: Chiefs vs. Steelers” (Special)
– Genre: Sports
– Premiere date: Dec. 25
– “Christmas Gameday: Ravens vs. Texans” (Special)
– Genre: Sports
– Premiere date: Dec. 25
– “Squid Game” (Season 2)
– Creator: Hwang Dong-hyuk
– Genre: Thriller
– Cast: Lee Jung-jae, Lee Byung-hun, and Yim Si-wan
– Premiere date: Dec. 26
– “Torching 2024: A Roast of the Year” (Special)
– Genre: Comedy
– Premiere date: Dec. 27
– “Maestro in Blue” (Season 3)
– Genre: Drama
– Cast: Christoforos Papakaliatis, Haris Alexiou, and Maria Kavoyianni
– Premiere date: Dec. 28
And there you have it! Keep your eyes peeled for these new releases as you cozy up on the couch and enjoy some quality entertainment.
