While cinemas buzz with big holiday releases, your living room might be the coziest theatre this Christmas 2025. Streaming platforms are dropping a sleigh-full of new films and series, offering everything from action sequels and heartwarming dramas to regional thrillers. Whether you’re in the mood for romantic mystery, high-stakes thrills, or family-friendly fantasy, this carefully curated list of nine new OTT arrivals has you covered.
Stranger Things Season 5, Vol. 2 (Netflix – Dec 26)
How will the battle against the Upside Down finally end? The global phenomenon reaches its highly anticipated climax with this Christmas Day premiere (a day later in India). The perfect holiday binge for fans, this last volume promises to bring all the nostalgia, terror, and heart of Hawkins to a definitive finish. Millions of people are expected to watch it nonstop on Christmas night, making it more than merely a series finale.
My Secret Santa (Netflix – Dec 03)
What happens when holiday spirit meets real-world struggle? This heartwarming film answers just that. It follows a single mother who loses her job right before Christmas. Her fortunes seem to change when her daughter gets into a prestigious snowboarding school, but the steep fees pose a new problem. The only available job at the local ski resort? Playing Santa. This story promises a mix of festive charm and touching resilience, making it a perfect feel-good watch.
Nobody 2 (JioHotstar – Dec 22)
Can a family holiday stay peaceful for Hutch Mansell? Bob Odenkirk returns as the unlikely action hero in this explosive sequel. A low-key trip to a childhood amusement park quickly spirals into chaos after a minor confrontation, forcing Hutch back into a world of violent, high-stakes action. It’s the ideal choice for fans who like heart-pounding thrills over conventional festive serenity, and it premieres right before Christmas.
Goodbye June (Netflix – Dec 24)
How does a family navigate one last Christmas together? This poignant drama, starring Kate Winslet, tackles this emotional question head-on. She plays a sibling returning home for a final holiday with her terminally ill mother, portrayed by Helen Mirren. The film balances sharp humour with deep emotional reckoning, offering a powerful, character-driven story about love, loss, and family bonds during the festive season.
Oh. What. Fun. (Prime Video – Dec 03)
What happens when the family matriarch gets left behind? This comedy stars Michelle Pfeiffer as a mother who, after being accidentally left at home during the family Christmas outing, decides to embark on her own solo holiday adventure. This Christmas comedy promises laughs and a heartfelt message about accepting unexpected moments of delight and self-discovery.
Fallout Season 2 (Prime Video – Dec 17)
Where does the journey go after the Wasteland? The acclaimed post-apocalyptic series returns in mid-December, continuing its exploration of a核-ravaged America. The new season, which offers fans of the franchise a beautifully detailed, exciting, and darkly funny getaway, is ideal for a holiday binge as the plot expands to new regions like New Vegas.
That Christmas (Netflix – Dec 04)
Looking for a new animated classic for the family? This feature, written by Richard Curtis (Love Actually), weaves together multiple stories of family and friends during a massive Christmas snowstorm. It hopes to become a treasured yearly watch by capturing the hectic and joyful atmosphere of the holidays with its promise of interconnected stories and endearing British humor.
Jingle Bell Heist (Netflix – Nov 26)
Can love bloom during a Christmas robbery? This romantic caper follows two small-time thieves who team up to rob a department store on Christmas Eve, only to find themselves falling for each other amidst the chaos. For those looking for a lighthearted and enjoyable film, it offers a delightful, festive mixing of genres by fusing holiday romance with a lighthearted robbery narrative.
The Copenhagen Test (JioCinema – Dec 28)
Can a former spy trust his own mind? This sci-fi thriller presents a high-stakes holiday dilemma. Alexander Hale, played by Simu Liu, is an analyst whose altered memories compel him to embark on a perilous quest to demonstrate his allegiance. He has to ask himself this question all the time when he meets different characters: are they allies or enemies? This gripping thriller provides a captivating getaway for fans who prefer future suspense over Christmas fluff.
A Very Jonas Christmas Movie (Disney+ – Nov 14)
What could go wrong on a chaotic holiday journey? This festive comedy follows the Jonas Brothers on a madcap quest to travel from London to New York in time for Christmas. Promising cameos, music, and holiday chaos, it’s designed as a fun, family-friendly comedy that leverages the brothers’ charm for a dose of lighthearted seasonal fun.
Andhra King Taluka (Netflix – Dec 25)
Seeking mass-appeal drama with pan-Indian reach this Christmas? Starring Ram Pothineni and directed by Mahesh Babu, this regional powerhouse arrives on Netflix in multiple languages. With its larger-than-life narrative and key roles played by Upendra and Bhagyashri Borse, the film is positioned to deliver robust entertainment directly to your living room on Christmas Day.
Ronkini Bhavan (ZEE5 – Dec 25)
What dark secrets hide within an ancestral home? This Bengali psychological thriller provides a chilling counterpoint to holiday cheer. It centres on a newlywed woman who moves into her husband’s mansion, only to discover a horrifying history of missing brides. As eerie events multiply, she must unravel the curse before becoming its next victim—a perfect pick for fans of gothic suspense.
