It’s not like Netflix has been holding back over the year, but it feels like December is positively stuffed. We usually try and stick to a top three or four, but this month, we struggled to narrow it down to just six for our Top Picks. And that’s but a fraction of what’s in store for your holiday entertainment viewing.
Pfangirl Top Picks
Troll – Netflix Film – Releases 1 December 2022
Deep inside the mountain of Dovre, something gigantic awakens after being trapped for a thousand years. Destroying everything in its path, the creature is fast approaching the capital of Norway. But how do you stop something you thought only existed in Norwegian folklore?
Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio – Netflix Film – Releases 9 December 2022
Academy Award®-winning director Guillermo del Toro and award winning, stop-motion legend Mark Gustafson reimagine the classic Carlo Collodi tale of the fabled wooden boy with a whimsical tour de force that finds Pinocchio on an enchanted adventure that transcends worlds and reveals the life-giving power of love.
Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery – Netflix Film – Releases 23 December 2022
Benoit Blanc returns to peel back the layers in a new Rian Johnson whodunit. This fresh adventure finds the intrepid detective at a lavish private estate on a Greek island, but how and why he comes to be there is only the first of many puzzles. Blanc soon meets a distinctly disparate group of friends gathering at the invitation of billionaire Miles Bron for their yearly reunion. Among those on the guest list are Miles’ former business partner Andi Brand, current Connecticut governor Claire Debella, cutting-edge scientist Lionel Toussaint, fashion designer and former model Birdie Jay and her conscientious assistant Peg, and influencer Duke Cody and his sidekick girlfriend Whiskey. As in all the best murder mysteries, each character harbors their own secrets, lies and motivations. When someone turns up dead, everyone is a suspect.
Returning to the franchise he began, Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Rian Johnson writes and directs Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery and assembles another all-star cast that includes a returning Daniel Craig alongside Edward Norton, Janelle Monáe, Kathryn Hahn, Leslie Odom Jr., Jessica Henwick, Madelyn Cline with Kate Hudson and Dave Bautista.
The Witcher: Blood Origin – Netflix Series – Releases 25 December 2022
Every story has a beginning. Witness the untold history of the Continent with The Witcher: Blood Origin, a new prequel series set in an elven world 1200 years before the events of The Witcher. Blood Origin will tell a story lost to time – exploring the creation of the first prototype Witcher, and the events that lead to the pivotal “Conjunction of the Spheres,” when the worlds of monsters, men, and elves merged to become one.
Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical – Netflix Film– Releases 25 December 2022
A brand new take on the Tony and Olivier award-winning musical. Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical tells the story of an extraordinary girl, with a vivid imagination, who dares to take a stand to change her story with miraculous results. Emma Thompson is evil headmistress Miss Trunchbull.
White Noise – Netflix Film – Releases 30 December 2022
At once hilarious and horrifying, lyrical and absurd, ordinary and apocalyptic, White Noise dramatizes a contemporary American family’s attempts to deal with the mundane conflicts of everyday life while grappling with the universal mysteries of love, death, and the possibility of happiness in an uncertain world. Based on the book by Don DeLillo, written for the screen and directed by Noah Baumbach.
Netflix Titles
1 December 2022
Dead End – Netflix Series
A group of people sharing a ride accidentally switches cars with a bank robber, who then pursues them to retrieve the stolen money he left in the trunk.
Qala – Netflix Film
Haunted by her past, a talented singer with a rising career copes with the pressure of success, a mother’s disdain and the voices of doubt within her.
The Masked Scammer – Netflix Documentary
Featuring interviews with his accomplices and victims alike, this deep dive explores how a master con man scammed French elites out of millions of euros.
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure STONE OCEAN Episodes 25-38 The Final Episodes – Netflix Series
Jolyne’s troubles have only multiplied, but her mission is clear; do everything she can to stop Father Pucchi’s plan from succeeding.
2 December 2022
Firefly Lane: Season 2 Part 1 – Netflix Series
For Kate and Tully, no obstacle is too big when it comes to their lifelong friendship. But is there one mistake that could tear them apart forever?
Hot Skull – Netflix Series
In a dystopian world, as an epidemic spreads through verbal communication, a tyrannical institution pursues a linguist immune to the disease.
My Unorthodox Life: Season 2 – Netflix Series
My Unorthodox Life takes you on a journey through Julia Haart’s untamed, unpredictable and unorthodox life. After fleeing her ultra-Orthodox Jewish community, Julia Haart inspired millions around the world with her story of liberation, instantly becoming a spearhead for the modern women’s movement. In this season, Julia is forced to navigate yet another avalanche of personal and professional challenges.
When she and her husband surprise the world with a blindsiding removal as CEO – followed by filing for a divorce – Julia is left to battle for control of her business empire, which quickly turns contentious. Will she lose everything or gain more than she could ever imagine? Within her family, Julia must find a way to reconnect with her daughter Batsheva, guide her daughter Miriam in her first committed relationship with a woman, and dissuade her son Aron who is determined to drop out of secular school to attend Orthodox yeshiva full-time.
Scrooge: A Christmas Carol – Netflix Film
On a cold Christmas Eve, selfish miser Ebenezer Scrooge has one night left to face his past — and change the future — before time runs out.
Lady Chatterley’s Lover – Netflix Film
Unhappily married aristocrat Lady Chatterley begins a torrid affair — and falls deeply in love — with the gamekeeper on her husband’s country estate.
Warriors of Future – Netflix Film
When a meteor carrying a destructive plant strikes the world, a suicide squad is given hours to save their post-apocalyptic city from total collapse.
“Sr.”- Netflix Documentary
Robert Downey Jr. pays tribute to his late father in this documentary chronicling the life and eclectic career of pioneering filmmaker Robert Downey Sr.
5 December 2022
Mighty Express: Mighty Trains Race – Netflix Kids & Family Film
Trouble on the tracks! Freight Nate gets tricked into participating in a high-speed race — with all the Mighty Express cargo cars at stake!
6 December 2022
Delivery by Christmas – Netflix Film
When a spiteful coworker sabotages her deliveries, a courier and a helpful customer must race to return Christmas presents to their intended recipients.
Sebastian Maniscalco: Is It Me? – Netflix Comedy Special
In a lively stand-up set, Sebastian acts out life’s little agonies, from school drop-offs to off-leash dogs to date nights with his wife.
The Boss Baby: Christmas Bonus – Netflix Kids & Family Film
Christmas Eve takes a twisty turn when the Boss Baby accidentally swaps places with one of Santa’s elves and gets stranded at the North Pole.
7 December 2022
The Most Beautiful Flower – Netflix Series
Curvy, curly, confident Mich knows she’s a star in the making; she just has to convince everyone else at her Xochimilco high school to believe it.
Smiley – Netflix Series
Two men and their friends in Barcelona navigate hesitations, hangups and missed connections as they search for the true love they’ve been missing.
I Hate Christmas – Netflix Series
After lying to her family about having a boyfriend, a single nurse begins a desperate search to find a partner by Christmas — which is in 24 days.
The Marriage App – Netflix Film
Tangled in a troubled marriage, a frustrated couple finds hope in a watch-based app that rewards good deeds — until unhealthy obsessiveness takes over.
Burning Patience – Netflix Film
A young man becomes Pablo Neruda’s mail carrier and gets involved in a world of words that fuels his desire to be a poet to woo the woman of his dreams.
8 December 2022
In Broad Daylight: The Narvarte Case- Netflix Documentary
This documentary unveils evidence of corruption in the investigation into the murder of five people in the Narvarte neighborhood of Mexico City in 2015.
The Elephant Whisperers- Netflix Documentary
Bomman and Bellie, a couple in south India, devote their lives to caring for an orphaned baby elephant named Raghu, forging a family like no other.
Lookism – Netflix Series
In a society that favors good looks, a high school outcast leads a double life switching between his two bodies that are polar opposites in appearance.
9 December 2022
Dragon Age: Absolution – Netflix Series
With great power at stake, a group of rebel mages and thieves goes head-to-head against a sinister force possessing a dangerous artifact.
Money Heist: Korea – Joint Economic Area Part 2 – Netflix Series
Thieves overtake the mint of a unified Korea. With hostages trapped inside, the police must stop them — as well as the shadowy mastermind behind it all.
How to Ruin Christmas: The Baby Shower – Netflix Series
After two chaotic Christmases, will the Sello and Twala families be able to put their differences aside to welcome Beauty and Sbu’s first baby?
Dream Home Makeover: Season 4 – Netflix Series
Dream on! From a playroom with a climbing wall to a luxurious Airstream rebuild, Shea and Syd continue to deliver on fantasy spaces for real families.
CAT – Netflix Series
Living under an alias, a former police informant is summoned to infiltrate a major drug empire but uncovers a dangerous connection to his dark past.
10 December 2022
Alchemy of Souls: Season 1 Part 2 – Netflix Series
Uk becomes a hunter of the soul-swapped, when a young woman, a prisoner in her own home, seeks his help to reclaim her freedom.
13 December 2022
Tom Papa: What A Day! – Netflix Comedy Special
Tom doles out truths about post-marriage intimacy, his problematic pet pug and why men are to blame for most of life’s inconveniences.
Last Chance U: Basketball: Season 2- Netflix Documentary
The critically-acclaimed, Emmy-nominated series returns to East Los Angeles College (ELAC) to give viewers another honest, gritty look inside the world of community college basketball. Directed by Greg Whiteley, Adam Leibowitz, and Daniel George McDonald, the series picks up a year after COVID caused an abrupt and emotional end to ELAC’s championship run in 2020. Head coach John Mosley is eager to get back on the court with an almost entirely new roster of Huskies, including talented but troubled D1 level athletes looking for a last opportunity to make it. Off the court, players get vulnerable sharing their personal struggles of family instability, mental health, homelessness, and more. Over 8 episodes, viewers will follow the team’s journey as players work to overcome personal demons and fight for their spot on the court.
Gudetama: An Eggcellent Adventure – Netflix Series
Gudetama, the lazy egg, reluctantly embarks on an adventure of a lifetime with Shakipiyo, a newly hatched chick, who is determined to find their mother.
Single’s Inferno: Season 2 – Netflix Series
A new cast of singles comes together on a remote island seeking love. Who will find that special someone and make their escape to a luxurious getaway?
14 December 2022
Glitter – Netflix Series
In 1976 Sopot, Poland, three determined women navigate social and political changes as they strive to find independence, financial freedom and love.
Kangaroo Valley- Netflix Documentary
In the Outback, a kangaroo joey named Mala faces famine, frosts and a pack of hungry dingoes as she endeavors to survive her incredible first year.
Don’t Pick Up The Phone – Netflix Documentary
This docuseries follows the investigation into a hoax caller who talked managers into strip-searching employees at fast food businesses across the US.
I Believe in Santa – Netflix Film
After five happy months dating Tom, Lisa’s horrified to learn he’s obsessed with her least favorite holiday. Is it time to give Christmas another chance?
15 December 2022
Sonic Prime – Netflix Kids & Family Series
When an explosive battle with Dr. Eggman shatters the universe, Sonic races through parallel dimensions to reconnect with his friends and save the world.
The Big 4 – Netflix Film
Four hitmen hang up their swords but must return to the game when they encounter a virtuous police officer with a mission to catch a heinous villain who always escapes authorities. An action comedy by Timo Tjahjanto.
Violet Evergarden: Recollections – Netflix Series
An emotionally scarred former child soldier becomes a letter writer in this condensed recap of the moving, gorgeously animated award-winning series.
16 December 2022
Cook at all Costs – Netflix Series
In this kitchen contest, home cooks bid on ingredients to create dishes that will impress celebrity guest judges — and win the cash left in their bank.
The Recruit – Netflix Series
A rookie lawyer at the CIA stumbles headlong into the dangerous world of international espionage when a former asset threatens to expose agency secrets.
Paradise PD: Part 4 – Netflix Series
Without a functioning police force, the town faces threats from scheming billionaires, vindictive artists, backstabbing AI and more.
A Storm for Christmas- Netflix Series
Destinies collide when extreme weather traps travelers and workers at an airport, forcing them to spend the final hours leading up to Christmas together.
Far From Home – Netflix Series
A scholarship to a top school transports Ishaya to the luxurious world of Nigeria’s 1%, but a looming secret threatens to take it all away … and more.
Summer Job – Netflix Series
Ten Gen Z contestants go on their dream vacation. But for a shot at staying in a luxury villa — and to win €100,000 — they have to work real jobs.
Dance Monsters – Netflix Series
In this feel-good competition, amateur dancers disguised as CGI avatars bring their best moves, hoping to win $250,000 — and a second shot at their dreams.
BARDO, False Chronicle of a Handful of Truths – Netflix Film
An acclaimed journalist and documentarian goes on a dreamlike introspective journey to reconcile with the past, the present and his Mexican identity.
The Volcano: Rescue from Whakaari- Netflix Documentary
Survivors’ and rescuers’ accounts and minute-by-minute footage fuel this gripping documentary about the deadly 2019 volcanic eruption in New Zealand.
Private Lesson – Netflix Film
Posing as a private tutor, Azra secretly coaches students on achieving their goals in life and love — but not without a few bumps in the road.
19 December 2022
Trolley – Netflix Series
A sudden tragedy brings the wife of a congressman out of her private life and forces her to confront family secrets and her own troubling past.
20 December 2022
A Not So Merry Christmas – Netflix Film
Cursed by a fairy, grinchy Chuy wakes up to discover he’s lived a full year, but is doomed to remember only Christmas Day. Every year. From now on.
The Seven Deadly Sins: Grudge of Edinburgh Part 1 – Netflix Film
When sinister forces threaten the peace of Brittania, a young prince embarks on a perilous journey to save his loved ones and discover his true powers.
21 December 2022
I AM A KILLER: Season 4 – Netflix Documentary
Premeditated deeds, tragic accidents or acts of self-defense? Murderers recount the harrowing crimes that landed them in prison with life sentences.
Emily in Paris: Season 3 – Netflix Series
A year after moving to Paris for her dream job, Emily arrives at a career and romantic crossroads that will force her to decide where her future lies.
Disconnect: The Wedding Planner – Netflix Film
After falling victim to a scam, a desperate man races the clock as he attempts to plan a luxurious destination wedding for an important investor.
22 December 2022
Mathieu Dufour at Bell Centre – Netflix Comedy Special
Acclaimed comedian Mathieu Dufour shares stories about paintball mishaps, McDonalds misdeeds and more in this freewheeling stand-up special.
Alice in Borderland: Season 2 – Netflix Series
The games are deadlier, this world more wild and cruel; but will Arisu ever make it back to the real world — and will it be worth everything he’s lost?
23 December 2022
Piñata Masters! – Netflix Series
Which of seven competing teams will be the Piñata Heroes? Their piñatas must be colorful and creative, and impress the picky judges: a group of kids!
25 December 2022
Time Hustler – Netflix Series
After being hit in the head, a man wakes up in 1927 to discover that he’s the spitting image of a famous bandit — and decides to make the most of it.
Daughter From Another Mother: Season 3 – Netflix Series
Ana and Mariana deal with a lawsuit and new business while maintaining the facade of their relationship. But chaos arises when true feelings blossom.
Vir Das: Landing – Netflix Comedy Special
Vir Das dives deep into his childhood in India, the perils of outrage and finding his feet in the world for his fourth Netflix stand-up special.
26 December 2022
Treason – Netflix Series
An MI6 agent’s bright future takes a sharp turn after a reunion with a Russian spy forces him to question his entire life.
27 December 2022
Chelsea Handler: Revolution – Netflix Comedy Special
Chelsea Handler is back with her new Netflix stand-up special, REVOLUTION. The celebrated, award-winning comedian lets loose on her life – including her choice to remain childless and alone (with the exception of her dogs), dating during the pandemic while her family invades her home, and her vision for a future where men don’t wear flip flops.
28 December 2022
Love Is Blind: Brazil: Season 2 – Netflix Series
A new Brazilian season begins for singles looking for true love, not looks. Get ready for more romance and even more drama than before!
The Circle: Season 5 – Netflix Series
Eight new players set up single profiles to sniff out catfish, form friendships and make the most of second chances in this fifth trip around The Circle.
7 Women and a Murder – Netflix Film
When their family patriarch is stabbed, seven women, each with ulterior motives, become trapped together in a mansion to solve the puzzle of his murder.
A Night at the Kindergarten – Netflix Film
A young man crashes a school play rehearsal to prevent a group of teachers and eccentric parents from expelling his girlfriend’s son.
Stuck with You – Netflix Film
En route to a party, two strangers get stuck in an elevator on New Year’s Eve — and find themselves connecting in unexpected ways.
29 December 2022
Rise of Empires: Ottoman: Season 2 – Netflix Series
Years after conquering Constantinople, Sultan Mehmed II consolidates power, but a merciless ruler in Wallachia threatens to bring down his empire.
Brown and Friends – Netflix Kids & Family Film
In a cozy little neighborhood coffee shop, a group of fun-loving friends get together — and get up to all kinds of adventures.
30 December 2022
Chicago Party Aunt: Part 2 – Netflix Series
Chicago Party Aunt Diane is an idolized troublemaker with a talent for avoiding adulthood — and a soft spot for her soul-searching nephew.
Alpha Males – Netflix Series
Pedro, Luis, Raúl and Santi are four friends who feel a bit lost in the new world of empowered women, each trying to adjust in their own haphazard way.
La Reina del Sur: Season 3 – Netflix Series
After four years in prison, Teresa escapes — thanks to Epifanio, who needs her for a mission to Bolivia. But Sofía, now a teen in love, needs her too.
Secrets of Summer: Season 2 – Netflix Kids & Family Series
Steffi, Luz and their family and friends fight for Cielo Grande’s future after new owners take over the resort in a power play.
31 December 2022
Best of Stand Up 2022 – Netflix Comedy Special
ROLLING EPISODES: New episodes weekly
7 December: Episodes 401-405
14 December: Episodes 406-410
Too Hot to Handle: Season 4 – Netflix Series
Another set of singles arrives for a retreat at an irresistible new villa, where they’ll have to say no to their natural urges in order to win big.
COMING SOON
The Interest of Love – Netflix Series
Four men and women working at the same bank get entangled in a complicated romance as they discover how far they’re willing to go for love.
My Next Guest with David Letterman and Volodymyr Zelenskyy – Netflix Series
David Letterman travels to Kyiv, Ukraine, for an in-depth conversation with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
The Glory – Netflix Series
After a childhood marked by pain and violence, a woman puts a carefully planned revenge scheme in motion. Starring Song Hye-kyo and Lee Do-hyun.
God’s Crooked Lines – Netflix Film
A private detective who claims to be suffering from paranoia checks into a psychiatric hospital to investigate another patient’s mysterious death.
Netflix Games
Too Hot To Handle: Love is a Game – Netflix Games
Mix and mingle with sexy singles competing for your affection in this game based on the hit series. Will you go for love or give into temptation?
Solitaire – Netflix Games
Drag cards to arrange them in descending order with alternating colors. Sort all the suits from ace to king — it’s the timeless game you know and love.
Scriptic: Crime Stories – Netflix Games
Find clues. Catch a killer. You’re the lead detective in this crime drama, and the victim’s cell phone — ripe with evidence — is hot in your hands.
Puzzle Gods – Netflix Games
Match and switch elements to level up, defeat Little Hades and rescue the gods in this mythic puzzler. The Land of Olympus needs you!
Non-Branded Titles
Impractical Jokers: The Movie – 12/1/2022
Pulp Fiction – 12/1/2022
A Christmas Miracle for Daisy – 12/1/2022
Space Jam – 12/1/2022
A Bad Moms Christmas – 12/1/2022
The Way Back – 12/1/2022
Rick and Morty: Season 6 – 12/6/2022