Top 9 new movies and shows to stream this week (Dec 5-Dec 12)

Are you looking for something new to watch this week? Whether you’re in the mood for a thrilling drama, a hilarious comedy, a gripping documentary, or a festive family movie, there’s something for everyone on the streaming platforms.

Here are some of the best new releases that you can check out this week, featuring some of the biggest stars and most fascinating stories.

 

NETFLIX

Leave the World Behind

Leave the World Behind is coming to Netflix on December 8 and includes an all-star cast of Julia Roberts, Ethan Hawke, Mahershala Ali, Myha’la, and Kevin Bacon. It tells the story of a family about to enjoy a relaxing vacation when another couple turns up at their door and tells them that the vacation house is really theirs, leading to a turn of events.

Watch Leave the World Behind

 


 

HULU

The Mission

The Mission is a documentary from National Geographic that will be streaming on Hulu beginning December 8. The film explores the death of John Chau, an American missionary who went to North Sentinel Island in the Indian Ocean to speak with the Sentinelese people about Christianity and never returned.

Watch The Mission

 

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Culprits

Culprits is a new action TV series coming to Hulu on December 8. It follows a group of elite criminals who have gone their separate ways after a high-stakes heist, only to then have to deal with a ruthless assassin who begins targeting each of them one by one.

Watch Culprits

 


 

PRIME

The Persian Version

The Persian Version is an absurd comedic drama that will be available to rent or buy on Amazon Prime beginning December 5. It follows an Iranian-American family who comes together while the father recovers from heart surgery and many wild secrets come out in the process, especially for the main character, Leila.

Watch The Persian Version

 


 

Merry Little Batman

If you’re looking for a holiday-themed superhero movie for your kids to watch this week, Merry Little Batman will be available to stream on Prime Video beginning December 8. It tells the story of Damian Wayne, the son of Batman whose only Christmas wish is to be just like his dad. He takes his opportunity to save Christmas when he stumbles upon a plan made by an evil villain.

Watch Merry Little Batman

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MAX

Great Photo, Lovely Life

Great Photo, Lovely Life is a deeply personal documentary film that will be coming to Max on December 5. It follows photojournalist Amanda Mustard who decides to turn her lens to her own family’s history and recount the sexual abuse that was committed by her grandfather, beginning a journey in pursuit of the truth and reconciliation for her family.

Watch Great Photo, Lovely Life

 


 

APPLE TV+

John Lennon: Murder Without a Trial

The murder of John Lennon was a tragic story, and now, you’ll be able to hear from people connected to the music legend for the first time in the new documentary series John Lennon: Murder Without a Trial on Apple TV+ beginning December 6. The series will be narrated by Kiefer Sutherland and will dig deep into the life and murder of John Lennon and include interviews with several first-hand witnesses.

Watch John Lennon: Murder Without a Trial

 


 

Killers of the Flower Moon

Killers of the Flower Moon was one of the biggest movies to hit theaters this year, and now you can rent or buy it on Apple TV+. Available on December 5, this crime Western drama film stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Lily Gladstone, and Robert DeNiro and follows the Osage people of Oklahoma and how they are murdered one by one, while one man seems to be the common denominator involved.

Watch Killers of the Flower Moon

 

 


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PARAMOUNT+

Baby Shark’s Big Movie 

Baby Shark is back with Baby Shark’s Big Movie coming to Paramount+ on December 8. The film features voices of some huge names, including Ashley Tisdale, Lance Bass, Cardi B, Offset, and Chloe Fineman. It watches Baby Shark take on a new city, friendships, and adventures, all while pop starfish supervillain Stariana attempts to topple Baby Shark and become the catchiest fish in the sea.

Watch Baby Shark’s Big Movie 

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Kurt’s key takeaways

Whether you want to watch a movie that will make you laugh, cry, or think or a TV show that will keep you on the edge of your seat, there’s something for you on this list. So grab your popcorn, your remote, and your cozy blanket, and enjoy some of the most entertaining and captivating content that you can find online. I’d love to hear about what you end up watching. Let us know by commenting below.

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