发布时间: 12/22/2025
Picture this: you're knee-deep in holiday shopping chaos and menu madness, but hey, it's time to kick back with some killer streaming picks before Christmas hits full swing. While *Avatar: Fire and Ash* dominates theaters, snag these must-watch gems at home across top platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, HBO Max, Apple TV+, and Hulu. We're talking fresh drops that scream binge-worthy vibes, including Fallout season 2 heading to New Vegas on Prime and a festive classic popping up on Hulu—perfect for cozy couch sessions.
We've rounded up six standout new movies and TV shows lighting up your weekend streaming lineup. With daily floods of hot releases, this roundup keeps you ahead of the curve, especially with massive hits like *Stranger Things* season 5 part 2 on the horizon. Dive in now, and for more inspo, peek at our 2025 best movies and top shows lists.
New TV Shows
Fallout Season 2 (Prime Video)
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Fallout fans, gear up—Lucy's hitting New Vegas with the Ghoul this week on Prime Video, and the action's cranked to eleven. That epic season 2 trailer spills the beans on a brewing civil war, plus fresh faces like Macaulay Culkin and Kumail Nanjiani joining the fray. Picking up from season 1's wild finale (catch our ending explained), they're hunting Vault-Tec secrets, including the Ghoul's ex-wife Barb, straight into the brutal Mojave from the best *Fallout* games.
Fallout season 2 drops December 17 on Amazon Prime. More deets in our season 2 timeline and best Prime Video movies right now.
Emily in Paris Season 5 (Netflix)
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Emily's trading Paris chic for Roman flair in season 5—think Lily Collins jetting to Italy for Agence Grateau's new office and a steamy fling with Marcello. The gang's all here: Sylvie (Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu), Mindy (Ashley Park), Gabriel (Lucas Bravo), and surprises like Minnie Driver. Post-season 4 shocker, will Gabriel crash her Italian romance? Fans are buzzing over this twisty chapter.
Emily in Paris season 5 streams on Netflix starting December 18. Check the best Netflix shows too.
Born to Be Wild (Apple TV Plus)
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Nature buffs, Apple TV+ delivers a heartfelt holiday treat with this six-part docuseries tracking endangered critters across continents, narrated by Hugh Bonneville of *Downton Abbey* fame. Follow six young animals from human care back to the wild, spotlighting triumphs and hurdles faced by them and their human guardians. It's raw, inspiring stuff that'll tug at your heartstrings before the holidays.
Born to Be Wild premieres December 19 on Apple TV+. Scope out the best Apple TV+ movies and TV shows.
Taylor Swift: The End of an Era Episodes 3 & 4 (Disney Plus)
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Swifties, episodes 3 and 4 of this docuseries drop this week on Disney+, building on last week's launch—with two more post-Christmas. Get the raw scoop on *The Eras Tour*'s backstage magic, from planning to global frenzy, featuring pals like Sabrina Carpenter, Ed Sheeran, and Florence Welch. It's intimate access to Taylor wrapping an iconic chapter.
Taylor Swift: The End of an Era hits Disney+ December 19. More on best Disney+ TV shows.
New Movies
Spinal Tap II: The End Continues (HBO Max)
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The mockumentary legend lives on—Rob Reiner's *This Is Spinal Tap* sequel reunites David, Nigel, and Derek (Michael McKean, Christopher Guest, Harry Shearer) for one last gig after 41 years. Marty Di Bergi (Reiner) tags along, with cameos from Paul McCartney and Elton John amid rock 'n' roll chaos. Hilarious nods to their messy legacy make it a nostalgia blast.
Spinal Tap II streams on HBO Max from December 21. Dig into best HBO shows and movies.
Gremlins (Hulu)
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Gremlins 3 buzz has everyone hyped, so revisit the '84 gem on Hulu amid Christmas cheer. Joe Dante and Chris Columbus cooked up this horror-comedy hit where Zach Galligan's Billy gets a Mogwai pet—cute till rules break: no light, no water, no midnight snacks. Chaos erupts as gremlins trash Kingston Falls in twisted festive fun.
Gremlins on Hulu since December 1. Hunt more best Hulu shows.
Craving alternatives? Scope best Netflix movies or Disney+ movies.