The Best TV Shows & Movies Coming To Netflix In December 2018

The year is winding down. The holidays are upon us. And it's time for new movies to hit Netflix! Next month will see yet another increase in Netflix originals, but you'll also have some familiar films at your disposal as well. The biggest is probably Avengers: Infinity War, but the best is Roma, the latest masterpiece from Alfonso Cuarón. But that's just the tip of the iceberg. Check out the best new TV shows and movies coming to Netflix in December 2018.

Get ready to cry your damn eyes out with Roma. No hyperbole: this really is a masterpiece, and I'm still thinking about it months after first seeing it at TIFF. Alfonso Cuarón's black and white beauty is an autobiographical look at his childhood, as seen through the eyes of the family housekeeper. Filled with gorgeous cinematography, stunning direction, and an overwhelming amount of empathy, Roma is not your standard Netflix movie. But it is one of the best movies of the year.

The huge Marvel event that is Avengers: Infinity War is hitting Netflix on Christmas Day, giving you an excuse to ignore your family obligations and watch a movie in which half the MCU goes up in smoke. Here, the Avengers have to battle Thanos (Josh Brolin), as he attempts to balance the universe. Much CGI action abounds. For the most part, Infinity War is a success, but it also left me just wanting to move on to Avengers 4 so I could finish the story.

Super simple and super creepy, The Autopsy of Jane Doe finds a father-son team of pathologists (Brian Cox and Emile Hirsch) performing an autopsy on an unidentified corpse found in the basement of a crime scene. It becomes apparent very quickly that this is no normal corpse, and increasingly creepy events begin to unfold. Jane Doe shows how much you can do with so little, using one location to great effect.

John Carpenter took on Stephen King with 1983's Christine, an adaptation of the King novel about a killer car. It sounds silly, but Carpenter knew exactly how to make it work. A nerdy loser (Keith Gordon) buys himself a classic car – a car with a mind of its own. Soon, the car – named Christine – starts going after anyone who dared to bully Gordon's character. Featuring one of Carpenter's trademark scores, Christine can't be beat.

Need more Chilling Adventures of Sabrina in your life? Netflix is granting your wish with an all-new Sabrina holiday special. In the episode, as the winter solstice approaches, Sabrina decides to orchestrate an emotional séance with serious consequences. Meanwhile, Susie's merry plans turn menacing. Chilling Adventures of Sabrina was fun, for the most part. But the series got a bit messy in the long run, like most Netflix shows. A standalone episode like this should work out much better.

December 1

8 Mile

Astro Boy

Battle– NETFLIX FILM

The right steps. The wrong attitude. But then she shares the dance floor with a new partner, and the rhythm of love takes over.

Bride of Chucky

Christine

Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

Crossroads: One Two Jaga– NETFLIX FILM

Immigrant laborers and corrupt police. In a world of desperation, doing the right thing isn't just hard. It's dangerous.

Friday

Friday After Next

Hellboy

Man vs Wild with Sunny Leone: Season 1

Meet Joe Black

Memories of the Alhambra (Streaming Every Saturday)– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

While looking for the cryptic creator of an innovative augmented-reality game, an investment firm executive meets a woman who runs a hostel in Spain.

My Bloody Valentine

Next Friday

Reindeer Games

Seven Pounds

Shaun of the Dead

Terminator Salvation

The Big Lebowski

The Great British Baking Show: Masterclass: Season 5 Masterclasses

The Last Dragon

The Man Who Knew Too Little

December 2

The Lobster

December 3

Blue Planet II: Season 1

Hero Mask– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

After a rash of mysterious deaths, Crown prosecutor Sarah Sinclair and SSC agent James Blood discover a conspiracy surrounding uncanny new bio-masks.

The Sound of Your Heart: Reboot Season 2– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

As Ae-bong's husband and father of an adorable baby daughter, Seok finds fresh inspiration from his new family and changing responsibilities.

December 4

District 9

December 6

Happy!: Season 1

December 7

5 Star Christmas– NETFLIX FILM

Away from their spouses. Away from the paparazzi and nosy reporters. It's a foolproof, Christmastime tryst — what could go wrong?

Bad Blood– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

This sprawling crime drama follows the true story of the Rizzuto family and its associates, who presided over organized crime in Montreal for decades.

Dogs of Berlin– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

Two cops investigate the murder of a famous Turkish-German soccer player, but their ethnic and underworld connections mire the case in controversy.

Dumplin'– NETFLIX FILM

Dumplin' (Danielle Macdonald) is the plus-size, teenage daughter of a former beauty queen (Jennifer Aniston), who signs up for her mom's pageant as a protest that escalates when other contestants follow her footsteps, revolutionizing the pageant and their small Texas town.

Free Rein: The Twelve Neighs of Christmas– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

As Bright Fields preps for its Mistletoe Ball, a broken ornament leads Zoe to a family secret, while Gaby finds herself at the mercy of new boss Mia.

Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle– NETFLIX FILM

Acclaimed actor and director Andy Serkis reinvents Rudyard Kipling's beloved masterpiece, in which a boy who would become a legend, wants nothing more than to find a home. Torn between two worlds, that of the jungle and that of humankind, Mowgli must navigate the inherent dangers in each on a journey to discover who he really is. Christian Bale, Cate Blanchett, Benedict Cumberbatch, Freida Pinto, Matthew Rhys and Naomie Harris lead an all-star cast along with newcomer Rohan Chand ("Mowgli") in this visually spectacular and emotionally moving adventure. It will also be dubbed in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and Bengali.

Nailed It! Holiday!– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

It's the "Nailed It!" holiday special you've been waiting for, with missing ingredients, impossible asks and desserts that look delightfully sad.

Neo Yokio: Pink Christmas– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

The holidays take a hit as Kaz juggles the Secret Santa competition, his Aunt Angelique's visit and his nemesis Arcangelo's Christmas plotting.

Pine Gap– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

At top-secret U.S.-Australian joint defense facility Pine Gap, fissures appear in the critical alliance as spies work with, and against, each other.

ReMastered: Who Killed Jam Master Jay?– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

As a groundbreaking '80s rap act, Run-D.M.C. brought hip-hop to the mainstream. But the murder of the group's DJ, Jam Master Jay, remains a mystery.

Super Monsters and the Wish Star– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

Deck the halls with holiday magic and get ready for a fun, festive time. It's a gift from the Super Monsters ... to you!

The American Meme– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

Follow four social media disruptors — Paris Hilton, Josh Ostrovsky, Brittany Furlan and Kirill Bichutsky — as they hustle to create online empires.

The Hook Up Plan (Plan Coeur)– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

When Parisian Elsa gets hung up on her ex, her best friends secretly hire a male escort to help her move on. But their plan works a little too well.

The Ranch: Part 6– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

Colt confronts the challenges of running a ranch as he and Abby get ready to become parents. And a second new arrival keeps the Bennetts on their toes.

December 9

Sin senos sí hay paraíso: Season 3

December 10

Michael Jackson's This Is It

December 11

Vir Das: Losing It– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

In a new stand-up special, comedian Vir Das touches on world travel, religion, his desire to be an Indian superhero and more.

December 12

Back Street Girls: Gokudols– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

To pay for an epic blunder, three yakuza brothers are forced to alter their bodies, form a girl group and break into the underground J-Pop idol scene.

Out of Many, One– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

As they prepare for their naturalization tests, several legal immigrants discuss what drove them to seek better opportunities in America.

December 13

Wanted: Season 3– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

A witness protection deal lands Lola in Adelaide, where a murder sends her and Chelsea on the run through South Australia in search of a missing woman.

December 14

Chilling Adventures of Sabrina: A Midwinter's Tale– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

As the winter solstice approaches, Sabrina orchestrates an emotional séance with serious consequences, and Susie's merry plans turn menacing.

Cuckoo: Season 4– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

Hoping to build a career for himself, Dale gives hospitality a try, while lawyer Ken copes badly with some professional issues of his own in Season 4.

Dance & Sing with True: Songs– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

True and her friends are making music — and they want you to dance and sing along. So cut loose, silly goose! These fun beats are totally sweet.

Fuller House: Season 4– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

The Tanner-Fuller-Gibblers are back with big laughs. DJ and Steve rekindle their flame — and a new member of the family is on the way!

Inside the Real Narcos– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

Special Forces soldier Jason Fox embeds himself with drug cartels in Mexico, Colombia and Peru to understand the people involved and how they operate.

Inside the World's Toughest Prisons: Season 3– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

Investigative journalist Raphael Rowe, who was once wrongfully convicted of murder, visits prisons in Colombia, Costa Rica, Romania and Norway.

Prince of Peoria: A Christmas Moose Miracle– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

Teddy's never missed the Festival of Lights, but the bowling alley's been snowed in! Not to worry — Emil insists the Christmas moose will save the day.

ROMA– NETFLIX FILM

This film from Oscar winner Alfonso Cuarón chronicles a tumultuous year in the life of a middle-class family in Mexico City in the early 1970s.

Sunderland Til I Die– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

This docuseries follows English soccer club Sunderland through the 2017-18 season as they try to bounce back after relegation from the Premier League.

The Fix– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

Comedians Jimmy Carr, D.L. Hughley and Katherine Ryan tackle the world's woes with help from a rotating crew of funny guests and actual experts.

The Innocent Man– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

Based on the true crime best-seller by John Grisham, the six-part documentary series The Innocent Man focuses on two murders that shook the small town of Ada, Oklahoma, in the 1980s — and the controversial chain of events that followed.

The Protector– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

Discovering his ties to a secret ancient order, a young man living in modern Istanbul embarks on a quest to save the city from an immortal enemy.

Tidelands– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

Ex-con Cal McTeer's return to her hometown Orphelin Bay blows the lid off a generations-long conspiracy of silence around murder, drugs and sirens.

Travelers: Season 3– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

With the truth about their existence exposed to the world, MacLaren and his team must cover their tracks, partner with the FBI, and find Traveler 001.

Voltron: Legendary Defender: Season 8– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

A team of teenagers continues to work together, fighting the forces of evil amid an epic intergalactic battle to protect the universe.

December 16

Baby Mama

Kill the Messenger

One Day

Springsteen on Broadway– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

In this acclaimed show based on his best-selling autobiography, Bruce Springsteen performs acoustic versions of his music and shares personal stories.

The Theory of Everything

December 18

Baki– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

While martial arts champion Baki Hanma trains hard to surpass his legendary father, five violent death row inmates descend upon Tokyo to take him on.

Ellen DeGeneres: Relatable– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

Ellen DeGeneres is "Relatable" in her debut Netflix original comedy special premiering December 18. Filmed at Seattle's Benaroya Hall, Relatable marks Ellen's return to stand-up after a 15-year hiatus.

Terrace House: Opening New Doors: Part 5– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

Takayuki and Aya keep going on dates, but Takayuki's heart may be set on someone else. New member Shunsuke begins a journey of self-discovery.

December 21

3Below: Tales of Arcadia– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

After crash-landing in Arcadia, two royal teen aliens struggle to blend in as they evade intergalactic bounty hunters. Created by Guillermo del Toro.

7 Days Out– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

7 Days Out offers an intimate look at the excitement and drama of the seven days leading up to the most significant historical and cultural events in the worlds of fashion, food, space, sports, and entertainment. From Karl Lagerfeld preparing for the latest Chanel Haute Couture collection, to NASA's groundbreaking Cassini mission, 7 Days Out delivers unprecedented, behind-the-scenes access as we countdown the most exciting events in the world. The series comes from the acclaimed director of First Monday in May, Andrew Rossi, from Andrew Fried and Dane Lillegard, Executive Producers of Chef's Table and Last Chance U, and Executive Producer Joe Zee.

Back With the Ex– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

After years apart, four singles will reunite with the exes they just couldn't forget. But will their past loves feel the same way about them?

Bad Seeds– NETFLIX FILM

Troubled by his past, a scam artist who runs a petty racket with his adoptive mom finds redemption while mentoring a group of difficult students.

Bird Box– NETFLIX FILM

Five years after a wave of mass suicides decimates the population, a woman and her two children embark on a desperate, dangerous quest for sanctuary.

Derry Girls– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

Set against the backdrop of the Northern Ireland Troubles, this comic series follows a group of friends as they navigate their teens in the early 1990s.

Diablero– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

A supernatural fight between good and evil unfolds on the colorful streets of Mexico when a priest enlists the help of a crew led by a legendary demon hunter.

Greenleaf: Season 3

LAST HOPE: Part 2– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

The Pandora team continues to endure a barrage of setbacks that threaten the city, while a vengeful Mr. Gold awaits his chance to enact revenge.

Perfume– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

A perfumer with a superhuman sense of smell begins killing female students at a boarding school to distill their essence and create the perfect scent.

Sirius the Jaeger– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

In imperial Tokyo, a group calling themselves "Jaegers" secretly hunt the vampires seeking the Ark of Sirius. Among them is young werewolf, Yuliy.

Struggle: The Life and Lost Art of Szukalski– NETFLIX FILM

Underground artists in L.A. discover the work of a forgotten Polish sculptor, a mad genius whose true story unfolds chapter by astounding chapter.

Tales by Light: Season 3– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

Season 3 follows a trio of image-makers on voyages of discovery into neighborhoods of India, the reefs of Indonesia, and the backcountry of Australia.

The Casketeers– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

A docuseries about the wife-and-husband team at Waitakere Funeral Services, as they work with grieving families in an insightful and emotional way.

Wolf (BÖRÜ)– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

Tasked with risky operations across Turkey, members of a special security unit confront danger and tragedy both on the field and at home.

December 24

Hi Score Girl– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

A chronic gamer abysmally inept in academics and sports finally meets his match at his usual shady arcade — and it's his rich classmate, Akira.

The Magicians: Season 3

December 25

Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown: Season 11

Marvel Studios' Avengers: Infinity War

December 26

Alexa & Katie: Season 2– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

For best friends Alexa and Katie, sophomore year brings budding romance, a major breakup, a birthday milestone — and big lessons they'll never forget.

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December 28

Instant Hotel– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

Teams of Australian homeowners compete for the title of best Instant Hotel by staying overnight in each other's rentals and rating their experience.

La noche de 12 años– NETFLIX FILM

Three political prisoners, including future president of Uruguay José Mujica, are held in clandestine captivity by Uruguay's military dictatorship.

Selection Day– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

Between an overbearing father and an underhanded system, a cricket prodigy and his brother grapple with their own ambitions, demons and identities.

When Angels Sleep– NETFLIX FILM

A businessman falls asleep at the wheel and hits a woman with his car. His interactions with her frightened friend unleash a string of dark events.

Yummy Mummies– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

Follow four young mothers with enviable lifestyles throughout their pregnancies, as they delve into a chaotic new reality with newborn babies.

December 30

The Autopsy of Jane Doe

December 31

The Bill Murray Stories: Life Lessons Learned From a Mythical Man

Coming in December

Watership Down: Limited Series– NETFLIX ORIGINAL

A warren of rabbits battles many threats on their daring journey to find a new home in this adaptation of the classic novel by Richard Adams.