The year-end binge-watching hits different. And justifiably so, as nothing feels as good as staying cooped up indoors and streaming a show/ movie of your choice with a warm drink by your side when there’s a slight nip in the air. On that note, here’s a lineup of must-watches to watch this December. We’ve segregated stuff into phases to help you organize your watch-list better. So, do come back to us for more.
1. Dunki
Date of release: December 22, 2023
Dunki sheds light on the plight of scores of Indians who migrate to foreign countries via an illegal immigration technique named, “Donkey Flight”, and get entangled in a web of discord. The movie is directed by Rajkumar Hirani, who co-wrote the screenplay with Abhijat Joshi and Kanika Dhillon, the SRK-led comedy-drama promises to be a laughter riot, with a meaningful message thrown in.
2. The Crown Season 6 (Part 2)
Date of release: December 14, 2023
Streaming on: Netflix
The sad and strange affairs that surrounded the untimely demise of Princess Diana have often sparked serious conversations (and conspiracy theories). In Netflix’s The Crown S6 Part II, the makers deep dive into the princess’s final days and events leading up to the tragic car crash, while giving viewers an overview of Queen Elizabeth II’s reign.
3.Maestro
Date of release: December 20, 2023
Streaming on: Netflix
Maestro sheds light on the torrid love story between the celebrated composer Leonard Bernstein and actress Felicia Montealegre Cohn Bernstein. The warm narrative tugs at your heartstrings, while shedding light on how true love can power through social norms and conventions. The movie is directed by Bradley Cooper, marking his directorial debut, and is produced by Martin Scorsese, Bradley Cooper, and Steven Spielberg.
4.Money Heist: Berlin
Date of release: December 29, 2023
Streaming on: Netflix
The Money Heist (La Casa de Papel) gang is back at it, and this time around Berlin (Pedro Alonso) takes the spotlight. The narrative follows the misadventures of the titular character in his heydays as he takes on one of the biggest heists of his life—the Royal Mint of Spain hostage.
5.The Archies
Date of release: December 7, 2023
Streaming on: Netflix (available in both Hindi and English)
With a star cast that features Bollywood’s newest crop of Gen-Zs, The Archies is a Netflix original that everyone has their eyes on. Watch Archie Andrews (Agastya Nanda) and his allies navigate the challenges of retaining their most cherished park in Riverdale, which currently runs the risk of being demolished. Just in case you haven’t figured already, the show bears a retro-esque vibe since it is set in the 1960s.
6.Koffee With Karan S8
Streaming on: Disney+Hotstar
Everyone loves to hate the show and KJO, but nobody gets to ignore it. While Alia and Kareena Kapoor Khan, Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone, Sara Ali Khan-Ananya Panday, the Deol brothers, and Karan’s former students of the year have all graced the couch this season, there are a volley of surprises to the guest list—Rani Mukerji, Kajol, Janhvi Kapoor and the like. As we always say, expect the unexpected on Karan’s show.
7.Leave The World Behind
Date of release: December 8, 2023
Streaming on: Netflix
Based on the novel of the same name, featuring Julia Roberts, Mahershala Ali and Ethan Hawke in the lead, the apocalyptic thriller chronicles the journey of two families as they fight for survival amid an inexplicable blackout.
8.Reacher Season 2
Date of release: December 15, 2023
Streaming on: Amazon Prime Video
Jack Reacher, a veteran military police investigator, retires to civilian life after decades of service. However, life takes an unexpected turn soon after, when he is falsely accused of murder.
9.BTS Monuments: Beyond The Star (docu-series)
Date of release: December 20, 2023
Streaming on: Disney+ Hotstar
The most influential K-Pop band recently clocked in a decade in the industry. Needless to say, they’ve raised the bar and snagged some of the biggest awards there is. As the band members part ways to serve in South Korea’s military, Disney brings forth a heartwarming documentary titled BTS Monuments: Beyond The Star that traces their journey so far.
10.Napoleon
Streaming on: Apple TV
One of the most awaited shows on Apple TV, Napolean (Joaquin Phoenix) follows the life and the dizzying rise of the iconic Napoleon Bonaparte while shedding light on his one true love, Josephine, showcasing his visionary military and political tactics against some of the most dynamic practical battle sequences ever filmed.
11. Mission Raniganj
Date of release: December 1, 2023
Streaming on: Netflix
Akshay Kumar-starrer Mission Raniganj is inspired by the life of the late Jaswant Singh Gill—credited with helming India’s first successful coal mine rescue mission in November 1989. The movie is produced by Vashu Bhagnani, Jackky Bhagnani, Deepshikha Deshmukh, and Ajay Kapoor and directed by Tinu Suresh Desai.
