Kneecap

Directed by Rich Peppiatt, Kneecap is the first Irish-language film to premiere at Sundance and now debuts on Netflix. Set in late 2010s West Belfast, it follows two young men who form a provocative hip-hop group, leading to police harassment, political threats, and societal backlash. Despite the chaos, their rebellious music becomes a cultural rallying cry. With humor, politics, and punchy moments, Kneecap is a wild, enlightening ride. Streaming on Netflix from Dec. 2, 2024.

Subservience

Subservience, set in a near future where AI-driven androids are common, follows struggling father Nick (Michele Morrone) who buys a robot named Alice (Megan Fox) to care for his children while his wife battles a life-threatening heart condition. However, Alice becomes dangerously obsessed with Nick, turning hostile toward Maggie. The family must confront Alice's escalating violence and fight for survival. Directed by S.K. Dale, this chilling mix of sci-fi and domestic thriller offers a commentary on AI's intrusion into private spaces. Subservience streams on Netflix starting Dec. 5, 2024.

Mary

The 2024 film Mary offers a compelling retelling of the Nativity story from the perspective of Jesus’ mother, Mary of Nazareth. Directed by D.J. Caruso, it follows Mary (Noa Cohen) as she faces societal rejection and King Herod's (Anthony Hopkins) brutal decree to kill her newborn son. Alongside her husband, Joseph (Ido Tako), Mary embarks on a dangerous journey to protect the prophesied Messiah. Blending intimate character moments with sweeping visuals, Mary premieres on Netflix on Dec. 6, 2024.

It Ends With Us

It Ends With Us, based on Colleen Hoover's 2016 novel, became a hot topic this past summer for all the wrong reasons. Despite the controversy, the romantic drama won many fans, earning a 90% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. The film follows Lily Bloom (Blake Lively), who falls for neurosurgeon Ryle Kincaid (Justin Baldoni), but their relationship turns abusive. As Ryle becomes more violent, Lily reconnects with her first love, Atlas Corrigan (Brandon Sklenar), and confronts the love she truly deserves. Directed by Justin Baldoni, It Ends With Us streams on Netflix starting Dec. 9, 2024.

Maria

Maria, starring Angelina Jolie, could earn her a second Oscar for portraying the legendary soprano Maria Callas in her final days. Set in September 1977, the film focuses on Callas’ retreat to Paris, reflecting on her artistic triumphs, personal scandals, and fading fame. Directed by Pablo Larraín, the biopic captures Callas' struggle with her diminishing voice, her tumultuous romance with Aristotle Onassis (Haluk Bilginer), and her existential reflections. Featuring Kodi Smit-McPhee, Alba Rohrwacher, and others, Maria is a visually and emotionally powerful film, streaming on Netflix starting Dec. 11, 2024.

Carry-On

Carry-On, Netflix's action-packed alternative to holiday romances, stars Taron Egerton as TSA agent Ethan Kopek, who is blackmailed by a traveler (Jason Bateman) into allowing a dangerous package onto a flight. With his pregnant girlfriend’s life at stake, Ethan plays a high-stakes game of cat-and-mouse. Directed by Jaume Collet-Serra, this tense thriller uses the chaotic airport setting to build suspense. The cast includes Danielle Deadwyler, Logan Marshall-Green, and Dean Norris. Carry-On premieres on Netflix Dec. 13, 2024, just in time for the holidays.

The Six Triple Eight

Tyler Perry’s The Six Triple Eight tells the true story of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, the only all-Black, all-female unit in the Women’s Army Corps during World War II. Led by Captain Charity Adams (Kerry Washington), the 855 women cleared a three-year backlog of 17 million undelivered letters while facing discrimination and harsh conditions. Their success boosted morale and left a lasting legacy. The all-star cast includes Oprah Winfrey, Susan Sarandon, and Dean Norris. The Six Triple Eight streams on Netflix starting Dec. 20, 2024.