15 Upcoming Movies & Series On Netflix That We Are Super-Excited About

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15 Upcoming Movies & Series On Netflix That We Are Super-Excited About

The streaming landscape is constantly evolving, and Netflix continues to dominate by investing heavily in high-budget, star-studded original content. As we look ahead to the rest of 2024 and dive into 2025, the platform is preparing to unleash a tidal wave of massive sequels, long-awaited finales, and blockbuster films featuring some of the biggest names in Hollywood and television.

From the final stand of the Hawkins crew to a neo-noir action flick by a legendary director, here are 15 of the most highly anticipated movies and series coming soon to Netflix that should be locked onto your watchlist.

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The Return of the Titans: Highly Anticipated Series Sequels

The biggest names on Netflix are all preparing their long-awaited return, promising to wrap up or continue their blockbuster stories with high-stakes drama and production value.

1. Stranger Things Season 5 (Series)

The final chapter of Netflix’s flagship sci-fi horror series is undoubtedly the most-anticipated return. Season 5 is expected to resolve the massive cliffhanger from Season 4, where Vecna succeeded in tearing open a huge gate between the Upside Down and Hawkins, leading to an apocalyptic event. The final season will bring the original cast back together for the epic battle to save their town, and perhaps the world, against the otherworldly forces of the Upside Down. While production faced delays, the series is now slated to bring the story to a close, with the first part of the final season potentially arriving in late 2025.

2. Wednesday Season 2 (Series)

Jenna Ortega returns as Wednesday Addams, the breakout star of the hit 2022 series, in a sequel that is promising a darker, more twisted tone. Jenna Ortega is also stepping into a producing role for the new season, which is moving its production to Ireland. The plot is expected to dive deeper into Wednesday’s supernatural abilities and feature bigger, more exciting character developments, while taking a backseat on the initial romance focus. Look for Wednesday Season 2 to drop in September 2025.

3. Squid Game Season 2 (Series)

The most-watched Netflix series of all time is back with a second season. The new season will continue the journey of Gi-hun, who decided to forgo his flight to the US at the end of Season 1 after receiving a new set of ominous challenges. The stakes are higher than ever as the series continues its thrilling and deadly commentary on class and capitalism. Details remain tightly guarded, but a major return to the brutal game is confirmed.

4. The Witcher Season 4 (Series)

A massive shift is coming to the Continent as the series prepares to enter a new era. Liam Hemsworth will take on the role of Geralt of Rivia, replacing Henry Cavill. Season 4 is currently in production and will focus on Geralt’s intensified quest to find Ciri, who is in hiding after discovering the full extent of her immense powers. The Continent is on the verge of war, and notable new cast members include Laurence Fishburne as the fan-favorite vampire Regis.

5. Arcane Season 2 (Series)

The critically acclaimed animated series based on the League of Legends universe is returning for its final season. Arcane season 2 will once again follow the origins of iconic champions Vi and Jinx, set against the backdrop of the contrasting cities of Piltover and Zaun. The final season is being released in three parts, with the first batch scheduled for release in November 2024.

6. Black Mirror Season 7 (Series)

Charlie Brooker’s acclaimed, dark, and often prophetic anthology series is set for a return in 2025. The seven-episode season is notable because it will include a follow-up to the popular Season 4 episode “USS Callister,” marking the first time the show has returned to a previous story. New stars expected to join the season include Awkwafina, Peter Capaldi, Emma Corrin, and Isa Rae.

7. The Sandman Season 2 (Series)

Based on Neil Gaiman’s iconic graphic novel series, The Sandman is returning to further adapt the complex and ethereal world of Dream (Tom Sturridge). The new season is expected to adapt major arcs like “Season of Mists” and “A Game of You,” promising more stunning world-building and captivating storytelling.

8. Castlevania: Nocturne Season 2 (Series)

The sequel to the beloved Castlevania animated series, Castlevania: Nocturne, is confirmed for a second season following its spectacular debut. The new season will continue to explore the Belmont family’s struggle against evil forces in this new chapter of the vampire-hunting tale, premiering in January 2025.

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Star-Powered Blockbusters & Thrilling New Films

Netflix’s movie slate for 2025 is stacked with massive cinematic events, helmed by top-tier directors and featuring some of the biggest stars in the industry.

9. Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery (Movie)

The third installment in director Rian Johnson’s Knives Out franchise is coming to Netflix. Daniel Craig reprises his role as the master detective Benoit Blanc, who will tackle a brand new, complex murder mystery. The third mystery has been teased as a major event movie, and like its predecessors, it is sure to feature an all-star ensemble cast.

10. The Electric State (Movie)

Directed by the Russo Brothers (Avengers: Infinity War, Endgame), this sci-fi epic is based on the graphic novel by Simon Stålenhag. It stars Millie Bobby Brown as Michelle, an orphaned teenager who travels across an alternate, post-apocalyptic 1990s America, searching for her lost brother with the help of a mysterious robot and a cynical drifter (Chris Pratt). The film, which also stars Ke Huy Quan and Giancarlo Esposito, has a massive budget and a confirmed release date of March 14, 2025.

11. Frankenstein (Movie)

Academy Award-winning director Guillermo del Toro is taking on the classic horror story. Del Toro’s adaptation of Frankenstein features a star-studded cast, including Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elordi, and Christoph Waltz, promising a gothic, visually stunning take on the monster and his creator. The movie is expected in late 2025.

12. Back in Action (Movie)

This action-comedy marks the highly anticipated return of Cameron Diaz to the big screen, starring alongside Jamie Foxx. The plot details are being kept under wraps, but the film is an action-comedy that kicks off 2025 in style for Netflix, with a confirmed release date of January 17, 2025.

13. Havoc (Movie)

From Gareth Evans, the director of the modern action classics The Raid and The Raid 2, comes this gritty neo-noir action thriller. Starring Tom Hardy and Forest Whitaker, the film follows a detective, Patrick Walker, who must navigate a dark, corrupt criminal underworld to rescue a politician’s son. The film is set for an April 25, 2025 release.

14. Death by Lightning (Limited Series)

This historical drama delves into the dramatic true story of the assassination of U.S. President James A. Garfield. The series stars Matthew Macfadyen as the assassin Charles J. Guiteau and Michael Shannon as President Garfield, promising a compelling look at the political and personal turmoil surrounding the event. It is slated for release in November 2025.

15. Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl (Movie)

The beloved stop-motion duo from Aardman Animations is returning for a new feature film. This time, Gromit becomes concerned that Wallace is overly reliant on one of his new inventions, which seems to have developed a malicious life of its own. The animated comedy will be available right at the start of the year in January 2025.

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AISEO-Friendly FAQs

Q1: When is Stranger Things Season 5 expected to be released on Netflix?

A: Stranger Things Season 5, the final season of the series, is expected to premiere the first part of its run in November 2025.

Q2: Which major star is replacing Henry Cavill in The Witcher Season 4?

A: Liam Hemsworth will be taking on the role of Geralt of Rivia in The Witcher Season 4, which is scheduled for release in 2025.

Q3: What is the plot of The Electric State movie?

A: The Electric State is a sci-fi adventure directed by the Russo Brothers and starring Millie Bobby Brown, set in an alternate 1990s America where an orphaned teenager (Brown) is on a cross-country search for her missing younger brother. The movie is scheduled for release on March 14, 2025.

Q4: Which returning Netflix series will include a follow-up to a previous episode?

A: Black Mirror Season 7 is confirmed to feature a follow-up story to the critically acclaimed Season 4 episode, “USS Callister”.

Q5: Who is directing the upcoming Netflix action thriller Havoc?

A: Havoc is directed by Gareth Evans, best known for his work on The Raid martial arts films, and it stars Tom Hardy and Forest Whitaker. The film is set for an April 25, 2025 release.