New on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video & Co.: The Releases from December 1 to 7

New on Netflix

Troll 2 (December 1)

Feature film, 100 min, N 2025, Director: Roar Uthaug, starring: Ine Marie Wilmann, Kim Falck, Mads Sjøgård Pettersen, Sara Khorami, Karoline Viktoria Sletteng Garvang

After his Hollywood adventure with "Tomb Raider," Roar Uthaug returned to his native Norway and proved with "Troll" that big-budget monster films can indeed be made on this side of the Atlantic. The wandering mountain trolls became a surprise hit for Netflix in 2022. Three years later, the sequel is now on the horizon, promising to be even bigger. The poster promises a Norwegian "Godzilla vs. Kong."

The Abandons (December 4)

Series (Season 1 / 10 episodes), USA 2025, Directors: Otto Bathurst, Stephen Surjik, starring: Lena Headey, Gillian Anderson, Nick Robinson, Diana Silvers, Lamar Johnson

In the Wild West of the 1850s, two clans led by powerful matriarchs (Gillian Anderson and Lena Headey) - one rich, the other poor - struggle for dominance. Netflix promises "two crimes, a terrible secret, an unfortunate love, and a piece of land with silver deposits." Sounds like enough drama for the eight-part series by Kurt Sutter ("Sons of Anarchy"). "The Abandons" is available from Thursday.

Jay Kelly (December 5)

Feature film 132 min USA/UK/I 2025 Director: Noah Baumbach Starring: George Clooney, Adam Sandler, Laura Dern, Billy Crudup, Jim Broadbent

George Clooney is occasionally said to often play himself or take on roles that match his charming image. At least for his new film "Jay Kelly," this is true. The 64-year-old plays the actor Jay, whose European trip turns into a melancholic journey of self-discovery. Adam Sandler portrays his long-time, loyal manager Ron Sukenick, who accompanies him every step of the way.

Streaming Starts on Sky

This City Is Ours (December 4) Series (Season 1 / 8 Episodes) UK 2025 Directed by: Saul Dibb Starring: Laura Aikman, Julie Graham, Saoirse-Monica Jackson, Rob Jarvis, Naveed Khan

The British series "This City Is Ours" delves deep into the structure of a drug dynasty. At the center are partners Ronnie Phelan (Sean Bean) and Michael (James Nelson-Joyce), who dominate the market in Liverpool with directly imported cocaine from Colombia. When Ronnie wants to retire, Michael considers taking over the business. But Ronnie's son Jamie (Jack McMullen) also stakes his claim. The power struggle intensifies.

Amazon Prime Video

Oh. What. Fun. (December 3)

Feature Film USA 2025 Directed by: Michael Showalter Starring: Michelle Pfeiffer, Felicity Jones, Chloë Grace Moretz, Jason Schwartzman, Eva Longoria

The holiday season continues wildly with the streamers: "Oh. What. Fun." is the next seasonally adapted feature film on Amazon Prime. Michael Showalter directs an ensemble of veteran stars including Michelle Pfeiffer, Felicity Jones, Jason Schwartzman, and Eva Longoria. At the center is Claire Clauster (Pfeiffer), who holds her chaotic family together with her Christmas perfectionism. But then she is simply forgotten by her loved ones during the Christmas outing. When the mistake is discovered, Claire's family desperately tries to find the one left behind. But she is already pursuing entirely different plans.

Apple TV+

The Fraggles: The First Snow (December 5)

Christmas Special USA 2025 Directed by: Jon Rosenbaum

The older ones will remember the Fraggles, the humanoid creatures in their underground lair. Besides the series, there was also the 1987 TV film "The Muppets Celebrate Christmas". "The Fraggles: The First Snow" follows in this vein. The Christmas special on Apple TV+ shows the colorful Fraggles in trouble, as only one flake falls during the festival, and all Christmas traditions threaten to fall apart. The only solution is a trip to the world of humans.

Canal+

Sherlock & Daughter (December 1)

Series (Season 1 / 8 Episodes UK/USA 2025 Directed by: Bryn Higgins, Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers Starring: David Thewlis, Blu Hunt, Ardal O'Hanlon, Mary O'Driscoll, Gia Hunter

In "Sherlock & Daughter" by Brendan Foley, the master detective (the wonderful David Thewlis) receives an unexpected visit from a young woman from America. Amalia (Blu Hunt) believes Holmes is her father and is searching for her mother's murderer. It quickly becomes clear that she is not only as stubborn as he is but also has his keen sense of detection.

Smilla's Sense of Snow (December 6)

Series (Season 1 / 6 Episodes) approx. 57 min/episode D/UK 2025 Directed by: Amma Asante Starring: Filippa Coster-Waldau, Elyas M'Barek, Set Sjöstrand, Amanda Collin, Morten Suurballe

Copenhagen in the year 2040: Energy is scarce, and people are monitored by an all-encompassing system. In this situation, the reclusive Smilla Jaspersen (Filippa Coster-Waldau) begins an investigation when a neighbor's boy dies under mysterious circumstances. Her inquiries lead her to Greenland, where she becomes entangled in a political intrigue. Starting Saturday, the new series, based on Peter Hoeg's already filmed bestseller, will be available on Canal+.

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