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As 2025 unfolds, Netflix is gearing up to deliver an incredible lineup of shows that will keep you glued to your screen. From thrilling new adaptations of beloved classics to fresh, original stories across every genre, there’s something for everyone. Let's explore Netflix’s upcoming gripping dramas, sweeping historical epics, and mind-bending sci-fi adventures, in this year’s slated shows.
Stranger Things (Season 5)
The beloved sci-fi horror series returns for its fifth and final season, bringing the long-running story to an epic conclusion. Fans can expect more of the heart-pounding action, emotional depth, and nostalgic 80s vibes that have defined the show as Eleven (played by Millie Bobby Brown) and her friends face their most dangerous supernatural threats yet. With Hawkins on the brink of chaos, this season promises to tie up loose ends and deliver a satisfying farewell to the characters viewers have grown to love.
Netflix, Stranger Things (2016–2025)
Wednesday (Season 2)
Jenna Ortega returns as the iconic Wednesday Addams in the hit dark comedy series. This season explores more of her life at Nevermore Academy, unearthing deeper secrets and unraveling eerie new mysteries that keep fans on the edge of their seats.
American Primeval
This gritty six-episode limited series explores the brutal reality of 1857 America, where Indigenous groups, pioneers, and Mormons clashed over land and survival. Starring Taylor Kitsch and Betty Gilpin, the show’s intense filming conditions mirror the raw, violent tale it brings to life, premiered on January 9.
Netflix, American Primeval (2025)
Zero Day
This gripping six-episode limited series follows a former US President, played by Robert De Niro, as he investigates a devastating cyberattack while grappling with personal demons. With a star-studded cast including Angela Bassett and Jesse Plemons, the show delves into truth, conspiracy, and the fragility of modern society, premiering February 20.
The Residence
Set in the White House, this mystery unfolds with 132 rooms, 157 suspects, a single gruesome question, and a wildly eccentric detective. Blending humor and intrigue, the screwball whodunnit navigates the lives of the eclectic staff amidst the chaos of a disastrous State Dinner. The Residence premieres on March 20.
Netflix, The Residence (2025-)
Running Point
Kate Hudson stars as Isla Gordon, who becomes president of the Los Angeles Waves after her brother's scandal forces him to resign. Premiering in early 2025, this underdog comedy from Mindy Kaling follows Isla as she proves her worth to her skeptical family and the sports world.
Death By Lightning
This is the bizarre true tale of President James Garfield and Charles Guiteau, his obsessed admirer turned assassin. Featuring Betty Gilpin, Matthew Macfadyen, Nick Offerman, Michael Shannon, Bradley Whitford, and Shea Whigham, the series will premiere in 2025.
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Apple Cider Vinegar
This series follows two young women at the dawn of Instagram, as they attempt to cure their life-threatening illnesses through health and wellness, inspiring a slew of online communities. Starring Kaitlyn Dever, Alycia Debnam-Carey, and Aisha Dee, this true-ish story about the rise and fall of a wellness empire will be one of the biggest hits for the streamer in the new year.
Netflix, Apple Cider Vinegar (2025)
Pulse
Netflix’s first procedural medical drama, centering on the staff of Miami’s busiest Level One Trauma Center as they handle emergencies while young ER doctor Danny Simms (portrayed by Willa Fitzgerald) is unexpectedly promoted to Chief Resident. This 10-episode series explores the fallout from her provocative romantic relationship.
Sirens
A dark comedy that stars Julianne Moore, Meghann Fahy, and Kevin Bacon. The story follows Devon (Fahy) as she confronts her sister Simone (Milly Alcock), who seems captivated by her boss Michaela Kell (Moore), a powerful socialite with a cult-like lifestyle. Set over a wild weekend at Michaela's beach estate, the series delves into themes of power, class, and the complexities of women’s relationships, all with a sharp edge.
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Black Rabbit
A New York City hotspot owner who, after allowing his troubled brother back into his life, faces escalating threats that risk destroying everything he’s built. The show explores family ties, betrayal, and the dangerous consequences of second chances.
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The Four Seasons
Comedy powerhouses Tina Fey and Steve Carell star in a story that follows three suburban couples who vacation together each season. But tensions rise when one couple splits and the husband brings a much younger woman on future trips.
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Too Much
A romantic comedy which stars Megan Stalter, Will Sharpe, Michael Zegan, Rita Wilson, Andrew Scott, Andrew Rannells, Aylin Scott, and Emily Ratajkowski. The story follows Jessica (portrayed by Stalter), a New York workaholic who moves to London after a breakup, but her plans of solitude change when she meets Felix and begins to reconsider love.
How To Get To Heaven From Belfast
Shaping up to be one of Netflix's most exciting new shows of 2025, the story follows three friends who reunite in Belfast to investigate the passing of a schoolmate. Blending mystery with comedy, creator Lisa McGee (from Derry Girls) aims for another hit, delivering more dark humor and sharp dialogue in a new setting with adult characters.
Big Mouth (Season 8)
Netflix is wrapping up with its eighth season of Big Mouth in 2025 and marking the end of one of its longest-running and most popular animated shows. While a release date has yet to be confirmed, fans can expect the final season to explore Nick and Andrew's shifting friendship as they face new challenges, including moving to different schools, with other characters like Jay, Lola, and Missy also getting closure on their stories.
Long Story Short
Though Big Mouth is ending, Netflix's new animated comedy from the team behind BoJack Horseman hopes to add a new refreshing animation to the mix. Set across a long stretch of time, this family comedy promises quick-fire humor and emotional depth, potentially pulling at the heartstrings like its predecessor. While details about the cast, characters, and story are still under wraps, Netflix has confirmed its release for 2025, and if it matches BoJack Horseman's popularity, it could be another big hit.
Netflix, BoJack Horseman (2014– )
The Boroughs
Produced by Stranger Things creators Matt and Ross Duffer, The Boroughs is a new sci-fi series. While details remain scarce, the story follows a group of unlikely heroes confronting an otherworldly threat. This mysterious show, which began filming in New Mexico in September 2024, promises to be one of Netflix's next big hits.
You (Season 5)
Returning for its fifth and final season in 2025, You follows up on Joe (Penn Badgley) as he continues to struggle with his past. With a fresh new cast as well as potential returns, the final season promises more of Joe's remarkably manipulative behavior as he faces new challenges. The show’s conclusion will mark the end of Joe's twisted journey, which will come to a head in 2025.
Black Mirror (Season 7)
Black Mirror is returning for its seventh season in 2025 and promising a return to twisted sci-fi stories rather than the fantasy and horror elements that emerged in season 6. The show’s return to its roots is sure to excite fans, with more potential sequels to classic episodes on the horizon if well-received.
Netflix, Black Mirror (2011-25)
Ransom Canyon
This new romance series blends the charm of Virgin River and Sweet Magnolias with a touch of Yellowstone, following three ranching families navigating love and rivalry in the heart of Texas. Based on Jodi Thomas' book series, Ransom Canyon stars Minka Kelly, Josh Duhamel, Eoin Macken, and Lizzy Greene.
Netflix, Ransom Canyon (2025-)
House Of Guinness
This period drama delves into the power struggle within the Guinness brewing empire following the passing of its founder, Benjamin Guinness. The lavishly produced limited series follows the heirs battling for control. Written by Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight, House of Guinness promises high-stakes drama with historical intrigue when it arrives in 2025.
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Department Q
This gripping thriller, based on Jussi Adler-Olsen’s novel, follows Carl (portrayed by Matthew Goode), a former top detective in Edinburgh haunted by guilt after an attack left his partner paralyzed. Assigned to a new cold case, he uncovers chilling secrets in a noir-style mystery.
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Monster: Ed Gein (Season 3)
The chilling third installment of Monster, this time exploring the story of infamous serial killer Ed Gein. Charlie Hunnam stars as Gein and promises a wickedly twisted view of the real-life monster Gein was. Sources say this should arrive in late 2025.
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The Abandons
From Sons of Anarchy creator Kurt Sutter, The Abandons follows a group of outlier families in 1950s Oregon as they chase their Manifest Destiny. However, the show faced behind-the-scenes turbulence, with Sutter reportedly leaving due to creative differences late in production. We’ll see how this affects its release later this year.
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Hot Wheels Let’s Race (Season 3)
Season 3 will have five episodes, with each episode running about 22 minutes. Rival racer Cruise takes the lead with powerful Track Blasters, winning the keys to the Ultimate Garage for her villainous father, Professor Rearview. With the fate of the Ultimate Garage on the line, the campers must summon their challenger spirit to defeat Rearview and his monstrous creations.
Netflix, Hot Wheels Let’s Race (2024-)
With Love, Meghan
Netflix and Meghan Markle have postponed the launch of her reality lifestyle series, With Love, Meghan, due to the ongoing Los Angeles wildfires. Originally slated for January 2025, the series will now premiere on March 4, 2025, featuring guests like Roy Choi, Mindy Kaling, and Alice Waters. Markle expressed gratitude for Netflix's support, acknowledging the need to focus on wildfire relief efforts in California.
Sony, With Love, Meghan (2025-)
The Leopard
Netflix's upcoming limited series The Leopard (Il Gattopardo) is set to premiere on March 5, 2025, marking a major step in its European expansion. Based on Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa's classic novel, the series explores the Prince of Salina's family and their evolution through Italy's changing landscape.
Indiana Production, The Leopard (2025-)
American Manhunt: Osama Bin Laden (Limited Series)
Set to release March 10, 2025 This gripping limited series will delve into the global efforts to track down Osama Bin Laden following his involvement in the September 11, 2001 attacks on the United States. It explores the high-stakes international operations and personal stories behind one of the most significant manhunts in history.
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When Life Gives You Tangerines
To be released globally on Netflix on March 7, 2025. The series follows Ae Soon, a rebellious yet optimistic young woman who dreams of becoming a poet despite her financial struggles and inability to attend school. Gwan Shik, a quiet and diligent character, quietly loves Ae Soon from the start, though he struggles with how to react to her emotions, making for a tender, heartfelt romance as he devotes himself to her. Not much else is known about the plot yet.
Baram Pictures, When Life Gives You Tangerines (2025-)
Everybody’s Live With John Mulaney
Airing weekly live episodes on March 12, 2025, for a 12-week run. This new talk show will showcase Mulaney’s comedic talent and his signature wit, bringing on guests and engaging with audiences in real-time.
Temptation Island
This one’s making its way to Netflix on March 12, 2025, bringing all the dating chaos and drama fans expect. Four couples at a crossroads in their relationships will live with singles of the opposite sex, testing their bond in a tropical paradise. Hosted by Mark L Walberg, the show will feature couples navigating potential (probable?) infidelity and, ultimately, decisions about their futures.
Banijay Studios, Temptation Island (2019-)
The Diplomat (Season 3)
Set to return in 2025, though an exact premiere date is yet to be confirmed. Following the shocking season two finale, where Grace Penn (Allison Janney) ascended to the presidency, Kate Wyler (Keri Russell) will face new challenges in dealing with the corrupt president. Alongside Russell and Janney, the series will also feature Rufus Sewell and David Gyasi as key players in the high-stakes political drama.
Adolescence
The four-part series, created by Stephen Graham and Jack Thorne, is set to be released globally in March 2025. The story will unfold in real-time, using a one-shot style to depict how a family's life is turned upside down when a 13-year-old boy is charged for the murder of a teenage girl.
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Caught
Netflix is set to release Caught (In Spanish: Atrapados), a new adaptation of Harlan Coben’s 2010 novel, in 2025. This marks the first Latin American adaptation of Coben’s work. The story follows Ema Garay, a reporter in Bariloche, Argentina, who gains fame by exposing criminals, only to find herself investigating the disappearance of a 16-year-old girl and uncovering unsettling truths about those around her.
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Survival Of The Thickest (Season 2)
Survival of the Thickest returns for its second season on March 27, 2025, with Michelle Buteau reprising her role as Mavis Beaumont in this A24-produced comedy series.
A24, Survival of the Thickest (2023-)
The Life List
The Life List, a romantic comedy starring Sofia Carson, is set to premiere on Netflix on March 28, 2025. The story follows a woman who embarks on a journey to fulfill a childhood list of dreams after her mother’s passing.
Devil May Cry
After much anticipation, Devil May Cry will finally be hitting Netflix in April 2025. The anime series is based on Capcom’s iconic video game franchise of the same name and will follow Dante, the demon hunter, as the central character. Fans of the series can look forward to a thrilling adaptation of the beloved franchise.
Shankar Animation, Devil May Cry (2025-)
Ginny & Georgia (Season 3)
Season 3 of Ginny & Georgia premieres on June 5, 2025. After Georgia’s arrest for murder during her wedding, the Millers are thrust into the spotlight, complicating their already tumultuous lives.
Blue Ice Pictures, Ginny & Georgia (2021-)
Squid Game (Season 3)
Fans won’t have to wait long for the next season, as the show’s final chapter is set for 2025. After filming seasons 2 and 3 back-to-back, the third season will wrap up the story, with a potential release date of June 27, according to a now-deleted social media post from Netflix Korea. However, a leaked rumor about the show's release has got some fans furious. There are whispers that the final season will only comprise six episodes, and some fear there won't be enough time to properly wrap up all the show's storylines. Netflix has to confirm this, but regardless of how many episodes we get, the blockbuster finale promises more unexpected challenges and mysteries to resolve as the game reaches its conclusion.
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