UPDATE: Netflix has just launched five must-watch series this week, perfect for binge-watching as December kicks off. From reality dating dramas to gripping documentaries, these new titles are trending NOW and drawing attention from viewers worldwide.
Get ready to grab your remote! The week of December 1–7, 2025 features a lineup of critically acclaimed shows that just premiered, and they’re already going viral. Notably, one show boasts a stellar 87% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, making it an essential pick for all Netflix subscribers.
1. Love Is Blind: Italy
Launching today, December 1, this exciting spinoff of the popular reality dating series challenges singles to get engaged without ever meeting their partners until their wedding day. Fans of the franchise can expect the same dramatic twists that have made previous international versions a hit.
2. Sean Combs: The Reckoning
Releasing on Tuesday, December 2, this four-episode docuseries offers an unfiltered look at Sean “Diddy” Combs’ rise to fame and the controversies surrounding him. As he serves a 50-month prison sentence, this Netflix exclusive promises to reveal the highs and lows of his career with insider accounts and rare footage.
3. Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches
Also premiering on December 2, the second season of this supernatural series introduces viewers to a neurosurgeon who discovers her witchy inheritance while battling a dark family legacy. The first season is currently available for streaming, and fans are eager for the upcoming third season set to air on AMC in January 2026.
4. The Abandons
Mark your calendars for December 4 as Netflix drops all ten episodes of this highly anticipated Western drama. Starring Gillian Anderson and Lena Headey, the series follows families resisting the encroachment of corrupt forces seeking to displace them. This gripping storyline is sure to captivate audiences this December.
5. Victoria
Now available as of December 1, all three seasons of this acclaimed historical drama explore the early life of Queen Victoria, showcasing her rise to power and her relationship with Prince Albert. With an IMDb rating of 8.2, this series is a perfect binge for fans of royal stories and period dramas.
With these exciting new releases, Netflix subscribers have plenty to choose from this week. The shows are already trending on social media, making them a hot topic for discussions among friends and family. Don’t miss out on the chance to catch up with these series that are shaping the streaming landscape this December!
For more streaming options, check out Screen Rant’s latest binge-watching guides, ensuring you stay updated with the best shows available now. Happy watching!
