December Streaming Guide: Biggest New Releases on Netflix, Prime Video, Starz, Apple TV+ and More

Key Points

• Major platforms roll out new originals and finales throughout December, including Netflix, Prime Video, Starz, and Apple TV+.
• Starz revives Spartacus with a new spinoff, Spartacus: House of Ashur, premiering December 5.
• Prime Video drops Fallout Season 2 on December 17, fast‑tracking the storyline toward New Vegas.
• Netflix releases the final episodes of Stranger Things Season 5 on December 25 and 31.
• Apple TV+ debuts three new titles across the month, beginning December 5.

A Packed Month of Premieres Across All Major Streamers

December brings a wave of high‑profile releases as streaming platforms close out the year with new originals, returning favorites, and long‑awaited finales. From sci‑fi epics to fantasy revivals, viewers will find a wide range of new content across Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, Peacock, HBO Max, Disney+, Paramount+, and Apple TV+.

Starz Revives Spartacus With New Spinoff

One of the month’s biggest surprises comes from Starz, which returns to the world of Spartacus with Spartacus: House of Ashur. Premiering December 5, the series imagines an alternate timeline in which Ashur—played again by Nick E. Tarabay—survives and establishes his own gladiator school. Fans can expect the franchise’s signature blend of political intrigue, brutal combat, and stylized drama.

Prime Video Accelerates the Fallout Saga

Prime Video continues its momentum with Season 2 of Fallout arriving December 17. The adaptation of the hit video game franchise pushes the narrative forward as Lucy (Ella Purnell) and The Ghoul (Walton Goggins) head toward New Vegas in search of her father. The journey unfolds faster than in the games, promising a season packed with action and world‑building.

Netflix Prepares the Final Chapter of Stranger Things

Netflix closes out one of its biggest franchises with the final installments of Stranger Things Season 5.

• Volume 2 premieres December 25
• Volume 3 arrives December 31

The concluding episodes bring Eleven and the Hawkins crew face‑to‑face with Vecna and the Demogorgon in what promises to be an emotional and explosive finale.

Apple TV+ Adds Three New Originals

Apple TV+ rounds out the month with a trio of new releases:

• December 5: The First Snow of Fraggle Rock
• December 12: F1
• December 19: Born to Be Wild

The lineup spans family programming, sports drama, and documentary storytelling, adding variety to the platform’s December slate.

A Month of Variety for Every Viewer

With each major streaming service rolling out new titles, December offers something for every audience—whether they’re looking for blockbuster finales, nostalgic revivals, or fresh original series. Viewers can explore full release calendars on each platform’s dedicated page to stay updated on additional films and shows arriving throughout the month.

What Happens Next

As platforms continue to expand their libraries, December’s releases set the stage for an even more competitive streaming landscape in early 2026. Expect more renewal announcements, new series orders, and year‑end performance reports as streamers evaluate which titles resonated most with audiences.