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Netflix has announced everything coming to the streaming service in November 2025, and this might be the best batch of new arrivals I've seen all year. There are hit returning series, new movies and even some highly anticipated new shows all arriving on Netflix this month. Top of the list, though, is undeniably "Stranger Things." The hit Netflix original horror/sci-fi series returns this month for its fifth and final season, starting with a three-episode volume 1 dropping on Nov. 26. As I mentioned, though, there is a lot to look forward to besides "Stranger Things." Guillermo del Toro's latest Academy Award contender, "Frankenstein," finally arrives on Netflix this month, as do a pair of other award season hopefuls in "Nouvelle Vague" and "Train Dreams." There's also the return of the hit show "A Man on the Inside," which is back this month for season 2, and the arrival of a new show that I've been hotly anticipating: "Death by Lightning." Aside from these top picks, I've got the full slate of everything new on Netflix this month listed below. Plus, we have a roundup of what’s leaving Netflix in November 2025, so you have one last chance to watch. New on Netflix in November 2025: Top picks ‘Stranger Things' season 5: Volume 1 "Stranger Things" is finally calling it quits after nearly a decade. Was it time to let the show end since the kids of Hawkins now look like they're out of college, let alone high school? Probably, but that doesn't make this ending any less bittersweet. If you've never seen "Stranger Things," the show is set in the fictional town of Hawkins, Indiana, in the mid-1980s. This fictional town is home to the fictional Hawkins National Laboratory, which secretly experiments with the paranormal and supernatural, ultimately opening a portal to an alternate dimension known as the "Upside Down." That fateful action leads to chaos for the residents of Hawkins, including Will Byers (Noah Schnapp), who disappears into the Upside Down in season 1. He's rescued by his friends and a young psychokinetic girl named Eleven (Millie Bobby Brown), but has still maintained a connection to the Upside Down as the show has gone on. Season 5 is set four years after the events of season 1, and the "Stranger Things" gang is headed into the Upside Down one last time to defeat the evil entity known as Vecna (Jamie Campbell Bower). This final season is split over three volumes, with the first consisting of four episodes and releasing on Netflix on Nov. 26. Volume 2 will arrive next month on Dec. 25 with three episodes, and then volume 3 will conclude the series with a massive final episode on Dec. 31. Stream on Netflix starting Nov. 26 at 5 p.m. PT 'Frankenstein' "Frankenstein" might be my most-anticipated movie of the fall. This retelling of Mary Shelley's classic from Oscar-winner Guillermo del Toro stars Oscar Isaac as the titular Victor Frankenstein. For those of you who have never read the 19th-century novel, Frankenstein is a well-to-do scientist obsessed with the secrets of life, and that obsession ultimately leads him to create a Creature by reanimating parts of various corpses. The Creature, often known as "Frankenstein's Monster," does not develop a kind relationship with his creator, though. Instead, he's ultimately pushed to rage and revenge, and his quest for vengeance becomes the main thrust of the story. Del Toro is the perfect filmmaker to bring this story to life, and I cannot wait to see the creation he has wrought when this movie arrives on Netflix on Nov. 7. Stream on Netflix starting Nov. 7 ‘A Man on the Inside' season 2 "The Good Place" creator Michael Schur and "The Good Place" star Ted Danson teamed up once again last year for "A Man on the Inside." This mystery comedy show stars Danson as Charles Nieuwendyk, a retired widower who decides to spice up his life by becoming a private investigator's (Lilah Richcreek Estrada) assistant. In the first season, Charles goes undercover at Pacific View Retirement Community in San Francisco to find a missing ruby necklace. In season 2, Danson and Estrada will be reprising their roles from season 1, as will returning main cast members Mary Elizabeth Ellis as Emily, Charles' daughter and Stephanie Beatriz as Didi, the managing director of Pacific View Retirement Community. They'll be joined by some new faces, though, including Danson's real-life wife, Mary Steenburgen, as Mona Margadoff, a former musician and a key person of interest in Charles' latest case. Stream on Netflix starting Nov. 20 'Death by Lightning' "Death by Lightning" is a four-part miniseries adapted from the non-fiction book "Destiny of the Republic" by Candice Millard. This historical drama stars Michael Shannon as U.S. President James A. Garfield, who unexpectedly became the Republican presidential nominee in 1880 and subsequently defeated Democrat Winfield Scott Hancock in that year's general election. One person who felt they were responsible for Garfield's sudden rise to power was Charles J. Guiteau (Matthew Macfayden), a mentally ill admirer of Garfield's who ultimately would become the President's assassin. Come for the gripping tale of political intrigue and death, stay for Nick Offerman's beard as U.S. Vice President Chester A. Arthur. Stream on Netflix starting Nov. 6 'Nouvelle Vague' "Nouvelle Vague" is the French term for the French New Wave of cinema, an art movement in the 1950s and 60s that still influences how films are made today. It's also the title acclaimed filmmaker Richard Linklater has chosen for this comedy-drama, which retells the story of the making of "Breathless," a French New Wave crime drama by director Jean-Luc Godard. That movie is still considered one of the best films ever made, so Linklater will have his work cut out for him if he hopes his homages will be spoken about in the same breath as "Breathless." So far, though, the early reviews are positive, with the film getting an 11-minute standing ovation at Cannes and currently rated 89% "fresh" on Rotten Tomatoes. Stream on Netflix starting Nov. 14 Everything new on Netflix in November 2025 Synopses provided by Netflix NOVEMBER 1 "A Very Vintage Christmas" "Ace Ventura: Pet Detective" "Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls" "Baby Driver" "Back to the Future" "Back to the Future Part II" "Back to the Future Part III" "Broadchurch" season 1 "Broadchurch" season 2 "Broadchurch" season 3 "Charlie's Angels" "Crazy Rich Asians" "Dear Santa" "Doctor Sleep" "Don't Worry Darling" "Dr. Dolittle" "Dr. Dolittle 2" "Elvis" "Frances Ha" "Game Night" "Happy Christmas" "The Hangover" "The Hangover: Part II" "The Hangover: Part III" "I Know What You Did Last Summer" "In the Heights" "Isn't It Romantic" "Judas and the Black Messiah" "Just Mercy" "The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part" "Life of the Party" "The Little Things" "Merry Liddle Christmas" "The Nun II" "Ocean's 8" "Paddington 2" "The Patriot" "Ready Player One" "Tenet" "This Is the End" "Tyler Perry's A Madea Christmas" "The Way Back" "Wonka" NOVEMBER 2 "King Richard" "The Outfit" NOVEMBER 3 "Dr. Seuss's The Sneetches" (Netflix family) An unexpected friendship forms between two young Sneetches on an island surrounded by beaches in this sweet musical special set in the world of Seuss. "In Waves and War" (Netflix documentary) In this documentary, three former Navy SEALs with post-combat trauma turn to an unexpected treatment for healing and hope — psychedelic-assisted therapy. NOVEMBER 4 "Leanne Morgan: Unspeakable Things" (Netflix comedy special) In this new hour, Leanne Morgan: Unspeakable Things, the comedic powerhouse returns to the stage with her classic southern drawl and unique points of view, opening up about everything—from newfound stardom and family life, to trying CBD for the first and last time, serving up the kind of real, relatable, and sometimes cheeky stories you can’t get enough of. "Squid Game: The Challenge" season 2 (Netflix series) The Emmy-nominated and BAFTA-winning global sensation Squid Game: The Challenge returns for a gripping second season. This time, 456 brand-new contestants will enter the ultimate test of strategy, alliances, and endurance as they compete for a life-changing $4.56 million prize. Inspired by the iconic original series – with shocking new twists and never-before-seen games – season two raises the stakes higher than ever. As players face elimination at every turn, only one can emerge victorious. New players. New games. New rules. "Minx" seasons 1-2 NOVEMBER 5 "Heweliusz" (PL)(Netflix series) After a catastrophic ferry disaster, the off-duty captain seeks answers and justice for those who lost their lives — and those they left behind. "Just Alice" (CO) (Netflix series) Torn between two loves, Alicia secretly marries both a famous writer and a former priest. How long can she juggle love, lies and her double life? "Election" NOVEMBER 6 "The Bad Guys: Breaking In" (Netflix family) How did the Bad Guys break into the bad guy business in the first place? Find out in this hilarious prequel series set before the hit films. "Death by Lightning" (Netflix series) Death by Lightning is a drama series that brings to life the epic and stranger-than-fiction true story of James Garfield, reluctant 20th president of the United States, and his greatest admirer Charles Guiteau — the man who would come to kill him. "The Vince Staples Show" season 2 (Netflix series) When his football-star uncle dies, Vince embarks on a bizarre, funny and occasionally sinister odyssey into his complicated life history. "Bride Wars" NOVEMBER 7 "As You Stood By" (KR) (Netflix series) When two women plot to end an abusive marriage through murder, an unexpected visitor arrives — threatening to shatter everything they've carefully planned. "Baramulla" (IN) (Netflix film) A cop’s inquiry into child kidnappings unravels chilling secrets as supernatural events endanger his family and the peaceful town of Baramulla. "Frankenstein" (Netflix film) Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro adapts Mary Shelley’s classic tale of Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant but egotistical scientist who brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment that ultimately leads to the undoing of both the creator and his tragic creation. "Groom & Two Brides" (KW) (Netflix film) Adam is allergic to love, but somehow ends up engaged to both his boss's daughter and his first love. Now he must try to keep his double life a secret. "Mango" (DK) (Netflix film) An ambitious hotelier and her reluctant daughter take a trip to Málaga, where they find what they've been craving in a farmer's idyllic mango orchard. "A Holiday Engagement" "Christmas in the Heartland" "Labyrinth" "My Dad's Christmas Date" NOVEMBER 8 "Countdown: Jake vs. Tank" (Netflix series) Go inside training camp with Jake "El Gallo" Paul and Gervonta "Tank" Davis as they prepare to face off ahead of their must-see boxing match. Narrated by Ice-T, this all-access documentary captures the intensity, ambition, and personal drive fueling both fighters as they get ready to step into the ring at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, live only on Netflix on November 14. "The Emoji Movie" NOVEMBER 10 "Marines" (Netflix documentary) MARINES is a coming-of-age docuseries following the members of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), the US military’s “force in readiness” in the Pacific. With unparalleled access to the US Marine Corps, the series offers an inside look into the rigorous training and emotional moments of young Marines as they forge bonds while grappling with the complexities of life at sea. "Sesame Street" volume 1 (Netflix family) This freshly reimagined spin on the classic "Sesame Street" series features characters you love, fan-favorite segments — and new ways to play! NOVEMBER 11 "Ghosting: The Spirit of Christmas" "No Sleep 'Til Christmas" "Same Time, Next Christmas" NOVEMBER 12 "A Merry Little Ex-Mas" (Netflix film) Recently divorced Kate (Alicia Silverstone) hopes for one last perfect family Christmas before selling her house. But her holiday plans are hilariously derailed when her ex-husband Everett (Oliver Hudson) unexpectedly introduces his younger and successful new girlfriend. A Merry Little Ex-Mas also stars Jameela Jamil, Pierson Fodé, and Melissa Joan Hart and is directed by Steve Carr. "Being Eddie" (Netflix documentary) It goes without saying that there is only one Eddie Murphy. No other teen comedian shared a stage with Jerry Seinfeld at 17, and joined the cast of Saturday Night Live right out of high school. No actor has ever played a cop, a doctor, and a donkey — and dominated every facet of Hollywood he’s touched. Fewer still have been an A-list celebrity for over four decades, and never succumbed to its darker side. Murphy’s unusual combination of explosive charisma, focused ambition, raw talent, and deep-set circumspection puts him in a league of his own, and is on full display in Being Eddie, directed by two-time Oscar® winner Angus Wall. The documentary gathers comedy and Hollywood legends like Dave Chappelle, Tracee Ellis Ross, Jamie Foxx, Jerry Seinfeld, Reginald Hudlin and more to celebrate the Oscar-nominated actor and his nearly 50-year career that’s seen him break barriers, invent genres, and inspire generations of talent. For the first time ever, Murphy invites the public into his home to revisit his breathtaking body of work, all the while revealing the dazzling interior life that has long driven — and grounded — this once-in-a-century star. "Dynamite Kiss" (KR) (Netflix series) A story of a single woman who fakes being a mother to secure a job for survival, and the romance that blossoms with her team leader who falls in love with her. It is a warm romantic comedy about the protagonist learning the value of achievement and responsibility in the midst of her daily struggles, as lies and misunderstandings transform into truth and love. "Eloá the Hostage: Live on TV" (BR) (Netflix documentary) This gripping documentary explores the case of a teenage girl who was kidnapped by her ex-boyfriend in one of Brazil's most shocking hostage situations. "Mrs Playmen" (IT) (Netflix series) Betrayed by her husband, a woman must step up and run an erotic magazine that becomes a symbol of empowerment in '70s Rome. Inspired by true events. "Selling The OC" season 4 (Netflix series) The OC agents are back and ready to establish their office as the top brokerage within the Oppenheim Group. As the competition heats up for some high-stakes listings, some may get burned as devastating rumors divide the team. While the office gets busier, Jason enlists agents from San Diego, but will the OGs of the OC let the new agents sink or swim? NOVEMBER 13 "The Beast in Me" (Netflix series) Since the tragic death of her young son, acclaimed author Aggie Wiggs (Claire Danes) has receded from public life, unable to write, a ghost of her former self. But she finds an unlikely subject for a new book when the house next door is bought by Nile Jarvis (Matthew Rhys), a famed and formidable real estate mogul who was once the prime suspect in his wife’s disappearance. At once horrified and fascinated by this man, Aggie finds herself compulsively hunting for the truth – chasing his demons while fleeing her own – in a game of cat and mouse that might turn deadly. "Delhi Crime" season 3 (IN) (Netflix series) The search for an injured baby’s missing mother leads to the unfurling of a widespread human trafficking investigation in India and becomes the biggest case of Madam Sir’s career as she’s pitted against a ruthless trafficker, Meena. We discover how women are trafficked from all corners of the country into the bride market of North India and into the sex trade. As the season heats up, the DC team - Vartika, Neeti, Bhupi and gang come together to piece together clues to discover a country-wide trafficking network whose threads connect beyond its borders "Had I Not Seen the Sun" Part 1 (TW) (Netflix series) When a notorious serial killer gets interviewed by a young woman for a film, his past reveals a deep web of trauma and heartbreak tied to his first love. "Last Samurai Standing" (JP) (Netflix series) One life, one point. Shujiro enters a deadly game where points are earned for each kill. Who will be the last samurai standing in this sinister scheme? "Tee Yai: Born To Be Bad" (TH) (Netflix film) In 1980s Bangkok, a wily thief stages a series of daring heists, baffling the authorities and the public — until one cop sets out to take him down. "Unicorn Academy" chapter 4 (CA) (Netflix family) A mysterious mystery is ahoof! When Winter Solstice celebrations go awry, the Sapphires set out to save the day — and discover the holiday's true spirit. "Koati: Season 1" "Moulin Rouge!" "The Sandlot" NOVEMBER 14 "The Crystal Cuckoo" (ES) (Netflix series) Hoping to learn more about her heart donor, a young doctor arrives in a mountain town where decades of mysterious tragedies plague the small community. "In Your Dreams" (Netflix family) A sister and brother journey into the wildly absurd landscape of their own dreams to ask the wish-granting Sandman for the perfect family. Jake Paul vs. Tank Davis (Netflix live event) Jake Paul collides with Gervonta "Tank" Davis in a Most Valuable Promotions blockbuster boxing mega-event live from the Kaseya Center in Miami. "Lefter: The Story of The Ordinarius" (TR) (Netflix film) A football prodigy rises to fame, battling prejudice and inner turmoil on his quest for greatness. Based on the life of Turkish legend, Lefter. "Nouvelle Vague" (Netflix film) Richard Linklater's playful, poignant love letter to cinema reimagines the making of Jean-Luc Godard's revolutionary New Wave classic "Breathless." NOVEMBER 15 "A Royal Date for Christmas" "A Sprinkle of Christmas" "A Vineyard Christmas" "Becoming Santa" "Christmas Casanova" "Everybody's Fine" "Just Like a Christmas Movie" "Meet Me at the Christmas Train Parade" "Royally Yours, This Christmas" NOVEMBER 17 "Gabby's Dollhouse" season 12 (Netflix family) From opening a cute new cafe to training an even cuter baby dragon, Gabby and her pals use their smarts and hearts to make the world a better place! "Selena y Los Dinos" (Netflix documentary) Selena y Los Dinos celebrates the life and legacy of the Queen of Tejano, Selena Quintanilla, who along with her family performed, triumphed, and redefined genres, captured through never-before-seen footage from the family’s personal archive. "Blue Beetle" "Zodiac" NOVEMBER 18 "Gerry Dee: Funny You Should Say That" (CA) (Netflix comedy special) With dry wit, Canadian comic Gerry Dee explores his perilous years as a schoolteacher, the pitfalls of open marriages and the truth about Santa. NOVEMBER 19 "The Carman Family Deaths" (Netflix documentary) A young man's dramatic rescue at sea spirals into accusations he murdered two members of his wealthy New England family in this true crime documentary. "Champagne Problems" (Netflix film) An on-the-rise executive travels to France to secure the acquisition of a renowned champagne brand before Christmas, but her plans are upended when she falls into a whirlwind romance with a charming Parisian – only to discover he's the founder’s son. "Envious" season 3 (AR) (Netflix series) Vicky has it all: a hot boyfriend, a bright career and a growing family. But can she finally let go and enjoy it, or is she doomed to self-sabotage? "The Son of a Thousand Men" (BR) (Netflix film) In a small village, a lonely fisherman yearning for a son is drawn to an ethereal light that links him to others and their long-buried secrets. NOVEMBER 20 "A Man on the Inside" season 2 (Netflix series) Charles goes undercover at a college campus, where the suspects are as unpredictable as the clues, and the hijinks get unexpectedly personal. "The Follies" (MX) (Netflix film) Six women are bonded by a shared "friend"— madness. It visits us all, prompting us to distill reality, make bold decisions and transform our lives. "The Great British Baking Show: Holidays" season 8 (Netflix series) Special guests and familiar faces return to the big white tent, hoping to dazzle judges Prue Leith and Paul Hollywood with sugary seasonal delights. "Jurassic World: Chaos Theory" season 4 (Netflix family) The reunited Nublar Six see their bond tested like never before as they race to save vulnerable dinosaurs, solve epic problems — and stay alive. NOVEMBER 21 "One Shot with Ed Sheeran" (Netflix film) One singer. One city. One shot. Ed Sheeran rocks the streets of New York with his greatest hits in this groundbreaking, real-time music experience. "Train Dreams" (Netflix film) Based on Denis Johnson's beloved novella, Train Dreams is the moving portrait of Robert Grainier, a logger and railroad worker who leads a life of unexpected depth and beauty in the rapidly changing America of the early 20th Century. "Marry Christmas" "Mistletoe Mixup" NOVEMBER 24 "Missing: Dead or Alive?" season 2 (Netflix documentary) Follow officers from a South Carolina sheriff’s department as they urgently search for individuals who've disappeared under troubling circumstances. "Santa Bootcamp" NOVEMBER 25 "Is It Cake? Holiday" season 2 (Netflix series) Is It Cake? Holiday returns for another festive season with Mikey Day and six All-Star cake artists! Three Is It Cake alum and three baking heavy hitters try to fool celebrity judges with their incredible hyper-realistic cakes. Each episode, the bakers will compete for their share of the $75,000 prize pot and a coveted spot in the finale. This holiday season the stakes, the bakes, and the cakes are better than ever! NOVEMBER 26 "Jingle Bell Heist" (Netflix film) Sophia (Olivia Holt), a sharp-witted retail worker, and Nick (Connor Swindells), a down-on-his-luck repairman, are small-time thieves with their eyes on the same Christmas Eve score: robbing London’s most notorious department store. Forced into an uneasy alliance, as secrets surface and feelings for each other deepen, Sofia and Nick put their relationship and the heist in jeopardy. "Stranger Things" season 5: Volume 1 (Netflix series) (Releasing at 5 p.m. PT) The fall of 1987. Hawkins is scarred by the opening of the Rifts, and our heroes are united by a single goal: find and kill Vecna. But he has vanished — his whereabouts and plans unknown. Complicating their mission, the government has placed the town under military quarantine and intensified its hunt for Eleven, forcing her back into hiding. As the anniversary of Will’s disappearance approaches, so does a heavy, familiar dread. The final battle is looming — and with it, a darkness more powerful and more deadly than anything they’ve faced before. To end this nightmare, they’ll need everyone — the full party — standing together, one last time. NOVEMBER 27 "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom" NOVEMBER 28 "Left-Handed Girl" (TW) (Netflix film) When a mother and her two daughters relocate to Taipei to open a night market stall, they encounter challenges and secrets that threaten family unity. "The Stringer: The Man Who Took The Photo" (Netflix documentary) A former Saigon photo editor reveals a secret he’s been plagued with for 52 years, setting off a gripping two-year investigation into the truth behind one of the Vietnam War’s most iconic photographs. Acclaimed conflict photographer Gary Knight and a small team of journalists embark on a relentless search to locate and seek justice for a man known only as “the stringer.” Leaving Netflix in November 2025 Leaving 11/1/25 "47 Meters Down" "47 Meters Down: Uncaged" "Blow" "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" "Despicable Me" "Despicable Me 2" "Eat Pray Love" "The Fast and the Furious" "2 Fast 2 Furious" "The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift" "Fast Five" "Fast & Furious 6" "Furious 7" "Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw" "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" "Happy Gilmore" "Horrible Bosses" "Jurassic Park" "Jurassic Park III" "Minions" "Ride Along" "Ride Along 2" "She's All That" "Sherlock Holmes" "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows" "Shrek" "Shrek 2" "Shrek Forever After" "Shrek the Third" "Six Feet Under" seasons 1-5 "Starship Troopers" "The Lost World: Jurassic Park" "Thirteen" "Total Recall" "Varsity Blues" "Weird Science" "Wet Hot American Summer" "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory" Leaving 11/6/25 "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" "Reba" seasons 1-6 Leaving 11/8/25 "A Star Is Born" Leaving 11/13/25 "Archer" seasons 1-13 Leaving 11/14/25 "Madame Web" "Smile" Leaving 11/15/25 "A.P. Bio" seasons 1-4 "First Wives Club" seasons 1-3 "Jaws" "Jaws 2" "Jaws 3" "Jaws: The Revenge" Leaving 11/16/25 "Mamma Mia!" Leaving 11/17/25 "Trolls: The Beat Goes On!" seasons 1-8 Leaving 11/20/25 "Shahs of Sunset" seasons 3-4 Leaving 11/22/25 "San Andreas" LAST CALL - NETFLIX GAMES Leaving 11/4/25 "Steel Paws" Follow Tom's Guide on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get our up-to-date news, analysis, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button! More from Tom's Guide
