Netflix releases in December: Emily in Paris, Christmas series and much more

Like every month, the streaming platform brings us new premieres of series, films and documentaries. Last month we had one of the most anticipated releases of the year, the return of The crown, which came after the death of Elizabeth II. In December we will see the return of Emily in Paris, the series that has deeply conquered the audience, but which critics do not tolerate very well. Some Christmas titles arrive like thunderstorm before Christmaswhich is about a group of people who get stuck at the airport with 24 hours left until Christmas.

The successful series of The crowntold in the ten chapters of the fifth season, some of the most controversial and traumatic events of Elizabeth’s reign, including the “Annus horribilis”. Divorces, fires and compromising statements have made this season a rollercoaster of emotions, with Australian actress Elizabeth Debicki’s magnificent portrayal of Diana standing out. In November we were also able to enjoy the premiere of the series Wednesdaydirected by Tim Burton, fiction has been named one of the surprises of the year. Both the story and the charismatic protagonist draw viewers into adventures within the Never again academy. Will this happen with any of the upcoming releases?

A year after moving from Chicago to Paris to pursue her dream job, Emily finds herself at a crucial crossroads. Two very different roads lie ahead of her, and she will have to decide exactly where to place her allegiance – both professionally and emotionally – and what those decisions will mean for her future in France.

Series: 3rd season

Genre: romantic/comedy

Premiere: December 21, 2022

By marrying Sir Clifford Chatterley, Connie assumes the title of Lady Chatterley, a clear guarantee of a life of wealth and privilege. However, when Clifford returns from World War I confined to a wheelchair, this idyllic union gradually turns into a prison. Until Connie meets Oliver Mellors, the forest ranger of the family estate, with whom she falls in love, and their encounters lead to a sensual and sexual awakening. But their affair becomes the subject of gossip and Connie is faced with a potentially life-changing decision: follow her heart or return to her husband and live up to what Edwardian society expects of her.

Movie

Genre: romantic/dramatic

Premiere: Available now

In Smiley, Alex is heartbroken. She had become hopeful about a boy who disappeared two weeks later. A case of manual ghosting. Disgusted, Álex picks up the phone and leaves a message on a voicemail asking for an explanation. His outburst will have unforeseen consequences as he accidentally sent the message to Bruno, whom he doesn’t know at all. This innocent misunderstanding will be the first link in a chain of events that will change Alex and Bruno’s lives forever.

Series: 1st season

Genre: romantic/comedy

Premiere: December 7

From documentary filmmaker Chris Smith (American Movie) comes an endearingly irreverent portrait of the life, career and final days of pioneering filmmaker Robert Downey Sr., whose rebellious spirit permeated decades of counter-culture cinema. The film, which took three years to shoot, is a true tribute to Robert Downey Sr.’s non-linear approach. and also records the decision to embark on his latest film project, which coincided with his final days. Smith’s portrait of a family and an artist is as surreal as it is a sentimental reflection on life, an ode to the unbridled making of art that gradually releases its own manual.

Documentary

Now available

Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro and award-winning legend of stop motion Mark Gustafson reimagines Carlo Collodi’s classic tale of the wooden boy. An astonishing masterpiece that shows Pinocchio on a fantastic adventure between worlds and reveals the life-giving power of love.

Movie

Genre: fantasy/adventure

Premiere: December 9

For lovers of Christmas content, Netflix will release “Storm for Christmas” in December. It is December 2022 and several people are arriving at Oslo airport, some to pick up their loved ones, others to reunite with their families and others to fly away from Christmas. But their Christmas mission goes awry and they get stuck at the airport.

Series: 1st season

Genre: theatre

Premiere: December 16