New TV Shows December 2025 Closed The Year Strong
- 01. New TV Shows December 2025: Complete Premiere Guide
- 02. Top 10 Most Anticipated New TV Shows December 2025
- 03. Complete December 2025 TV Premiere Schedule
- 04. Platform-by-Platform Breakdown
- 05. Netflix New & Returning Shows
- 06. Disney+ Premieres
- 07. Prime Video & Starz
- 08. FAQ: New TV Shows December 2025
- 09. Why December 2025 Matters for TV Viewers
New TV Shows December 2025: Complete Premiere Guide
December 2025 delivers 40+ new and returning TV shows across streaming platforms, with major premieres including Stranger Things Season 5 (December 25-31), Fallout Season 2 (December 16), Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 (December 10), and Emily in Paris Season 5 (December 18). Brand-new series debuting this month include The Abandons (Netflix, December 4), Spartacus: House of Ashur (Starz, December 5), Sean Combs: The Reckoning (Netflix, December 2), and Little Disasters (Paramount+, December 11).
Top 10 Most Anticipated New TV Shows December 2025
According to Diesel Labs' predictive media analytics measuring online engagement across platforms, these shows rank highest by hype score before launch:
- Stranger Things Season 5 (Netflix) - Final season, December 25-31
- Fallout Season 2 (Prime Video) - December 16
- Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 (Disney+) - December 10
- Emily in Paris Season 5 (Netflix) - December 18
- The Abandons (Netflix) - New Old West drama with Jillian Anderson
- Spartacus: House of Ashur (Starz) - New historical drama
- Sean Combs: The Reckoning (Netflix) - New docuseries
- Little Disasters (Paramount+) - Limited series starring Diane Krueger
- Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft Season 2 (Netflix) - Final season, December 11
- Taylor Swift: The End of an Era (Disney+) - Eras Tour docuseries, December 12
Complete December 2025 TV Premiere Schedule
The full release calendar spans broadcast, cable, and streaming with precise dates for every major premiere:
| Date | Show Title | Platform | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 1 | CoComelon Lane Season 6 | Netflix | Returning |
| Dec 1 | Netflix | New Dating Series | |
| Dec 2 | Sean Combs: The Reckoning | Netflix | New Docuseries |
| Dec 2 | Vanderpump Rules Season 12 | Bravo | Returning |
| Dec 2 | Fixer to Fabulous Season 7 | HGTV | Returning |
| Dec 3 | Stranded with the Mother-in-Law Season 3 | Netflix | Returning |
| Dec 4 | The Abandons | Netflix | New Drama |
| Dec 4 | The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 15 | Bravo | Returning |
| Dec 5 | Owning Manhattan Season 2 | Netflix | Returning |
| Dec 5 | Spartacus: House of Ashur | Starz | New Drama |
| Dec 9 | Badly in Love | Netflix | New Dating Series |
| Dec 10 | Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 | Disney+ | Returning |
| Dec 10 | Record of Ragnarok Season 3 | Netflix | Returning |
| Dec 11 | Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft Season 2 | Netflix | Returning (Final) |
| Dec 11 | Man vs. Baby | Netflix | New Comedy |
| Dec 11 | Little Disasters | Paramount+ | New Limited Series |
| Dec 12 | Taylor Swift: The End of an Era | Disney+ | New Docuseries |
| Dec 16 | Fallout Season 2 | Prime Video | Returning |
| Dec 18 | Emily in Paris Season 5 | Netflix | Returning |
| Dec 25 | Stranger Things Season 5B | Netflix | Returning (Final) |
| Dec 31 | Stranger Things Season 5C | Netflix | Returning (Final) |
Platform-by-Platform Breakdown
Netflix New & Returning Shows
Netflix dominates December 2025 with 18 major premieres, including the conclusión of Stranger Things released in three volumes across December 25 and 31. New original series include The Abandons, Sean Combs: The Reckoning, Man vs. Baby, The Town, and City of Shadows. Returning favorites span reality (Love Is Blind: Italy, Owning Manhattan), animation (CoComelon Lane), and drama (Tomb Raider final season).
Disney+ Premieres
Disney+ launches two high-profile titles: Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 on December 10 with 115 anticipation points per IMDb data, and Taylor Swift: The End of an Era docuseries on December 12 offering behind-the-scenes Eras Tour access.
Prime Video & Starz
Prime Video's Fallout Season 2 premieres December 16 at 6 p.m., one day earlier than initially announced. Starz debuts Spartacus: House of Ashur on December 5, a new historical drama continuing the Spartacus franchise legacy.
- Stranger Things - Final season split across December 25 and 31
- Fallout - Season 2 expands post-apocalyptic universe December 16
- Percy Jackson - Season 2 adapts "Sea of Monsters" December 10
- Emily in Paris - Season 5 continues romantic comedy December 18
- The Abandons - Old West action drama with A-list cast December 4
FAQ: New TV Shows December 2025
Why December 2025 Matters for TV Viewers
December 2025 represents the climactic finale of multiple flagship series, including Stranger Things' historic run and Tomb Raider's animated conclusion, while launching next-generation franchises. Streaming platforms invested over $2.3 billion in original content this month alone, with Netflix leading at 45% of all new premieres. This holiday viewing window offers unprecedented access to premium television across all major platforms.
Everything you need to know about New Tv Shows December 2025 Closed The Year Strong
What are the best new TV shows releasing in December 2025?
The top new shows are Stranger Things Season 5 (final season), Fallout Season 2, Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2, The Abandons, and Spartacus: House of Ashur, based on engagement data from Diesel Labs.
When does Stranger Things Season 5 premiere?
Stranger Things Season 5 releases in three volumes: Volume 1 on December 25, Volume 2 on December 25, and Volume 3 on December 31, 2025, all on Netflix.
When does Fallout Season 2 come out?
Fallout Season 2 premieres on Prime Video on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at 6 p.m. PT, one day earlier than originally announced.
What new Netflix shows are coming in December 2025?
New Netflix originals include The Abandons (Dec 4), Sean Combs: The Reckoning (Dec 2), Man vs. Baby (Dec 11), The Town (Dec 11), City of Shadows (Dec 12), Badly in Love (Dec 9), and Sicilia Express (Dec 5).
Is there a new Percy Jackson season in December 2025?
Yes, Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 premieres on Disney+ on December 10, 2025, adapting "The Sea of Monsters" with 115 anticipation points on IMDb.
