What to Stream This Weekend (Dec16-22, 2025): New Movies & Shows hitting Netflix, Prime Video, Zee5, JioHotstar & Others

Latest OTT Releases This Week (December 16-22, 2025): Ready for a weekend full of great streaming? This lineup features unmissable new releases like Mrs. Deshpande, the psychological thriller starring Madhuri Dixit, and Dominic and the Ladies' Purse, which sees Mammootty take on the role of a meticulous investigative agent. Here's the perfect selection of series and movies to suit any mood.

Culinary Class Wars: Season 2

A fresh wave of "Black Spoon" cooks face the formidable "White Spoon" chefs in this epic culinary showdown. Who will withstand the heat — or flame out?

Where to watch: Netflix

Language: English

Date: December 16, 2025

Heartiley Battery

The series narrates Sofia’s determination to scientifically validate love as a biological phenomenon.

When she encounters Sid—a person resistant to being analyzed—her objective is challenged, forcing her to confront her fear of surrendering to emotional unpredictability.

Where to watch: Zee5

Language: Tamil

Date: December 16, 2025

Sisu: Road to Revenge

Set in 1946, Sisu: Road to Revenge tracks former Finnish commando Aatami Korpi, who returns to his war-ravaged home in Soviet Karelia to dismantle it, intending to transport the materials and reconstruct his life in Finland.

Where to watch: Prime Video (Rent)

Language: English

Date: December 16, 2025

It Was Just an Accident

An Iranian man runs into a figure he instantly identifies as the one who tortured him years ago. His conviction is immediately challenged, however, as the man denies the accusation, casting significant doubt on the victim's recognition.

Where to watch: Prime Video (Rent)

Language: English

Date: December 16, 2025

The Running Man

In a dystopian future, Ben Richards enters The Running Man, a deadly reality TV game, where he is hunted by professional assassins (Stalkers). He joins for a cash prize to save his sick family, but ultimately rebels against the violent, addictive entertainment system.

Where to watch: Prime Video (Rent)

Language: English

Date: December 16, 2025

The Thing with Feathers

The sudden passing of their matriarch plunges a father (Benedict Cumberbatch) and his sons into turmoil, symbolized by a monstrous Crow that enters their lives. This surreal creature, born from the father's drawings, acts as an unwelcome grief counsellor, merging psychological horror with drama as the family navigates their pain and ultimately finds a way to live again.

Where to watch: Prime Video (Rent)

Language: English

Date: December 16, 2025

What's In The Box?

In this game show hosted by Neil Patrick Harris, players answer trivia questions to win spectacular hidden prizes — or steal them from the competition.

Where to watch: Netflix

Language: English

Date: December 17, 2025

The Manny: Season 3

As Jimena struggles to save her company, her relationship with Gabriel faces a series of setbacks. Can their love win, or is this the end of the line?

Where to watch: Netflix

Language: English

Date: December 17, 2025

Murder in Monaco

Monaco, 1999. One of the world's richest men dies in his penthouse. This documentary unpacks the mysterious murder of billionaire banker Edmond Safra.

Where to watch: Netflix

Language: English

Date: December 17, 2025

10DANCE

Two dancers, opposites in all but their art, agree to train together for a competition. At first, they clash, but soon become drawn to each other.

Where to watch: Netflix

Language: English

Date: December 18, 2025

Emily in Paris: Season 5

Emily takes the lead at Agence Grateau Rome, encountering new professional and romantic challenges. Her stability is shattered when a work idea fails spectacularly, resulting in major personal and career fallout. While embracing her French routine, Emily must deal with a hidden secret that threatens a vital friendship. Ultimately, by tackling the chaos head-on, she strengthens her relationships and finds renewed focus.

Where to watch: Netflix

Language: English

Date: December 18, 2025

Raju Weds Rambai

Set in a 2010 Telangana village, the film follows the young love between band musician Raju and studious Rambai, challenged by her arrogant father, Venkanna, who demands a government job groom. Their decision to elope leads to a dark, shocking climax, powerfully exposing rural societal pressures and the brutal concept of family honour. The movie is known for its intense performances and haunting ending.

Where to watch: ETV Win

Language: Telugu

Date: December 18, 2025

Mrs. Deshpande

Mrs. Deshpande is a gripping psychological thriller starring Madhuri Dixit as a convicted serial killer who emerges from isolation to aid police in catching a copycat murderer mimicking her signature crimes. She insists on partnering with her estranged son, a detective, forcing a tense confrontation of family trauma and moral ambiguity.

Where to watch: JioHotstar

Language: Hindi

Date: December 19, 2025

Breakdown: 1975

America, 1975. An era of social and political upheaval inspires a wave of groundbreaking movies in this documentary from Oscar winner Morgan Neville.

Where to watch: Netflix

Language: English

Date: December 19, 2025

The Great Flood

When a raging flood traps a researcher and her young son, a call to a crucial mission puts their escape — and the future of humanity — on the line.

Where to watch: Netflix

Language: English

Date: December 19, 2025

A Time For Bravery

A psychoanalyst on community service aids an agent shattered by infidelity; together, they will confront danger and discover second chances.

Where to watch: Netflix

Language: English

Date: December 19, 2025

Raat Akeli Hai - The Bansal Murders

A crime of shocking brutality is committed against a powerful family on Inspector Jatil Yadav’s watch. With the whole country’s media glare on the seemingly open and shut case, Jatil’s gut tells him there is a deeper conspiracy afoot, and he won’t rest until he uncovers the truth that led to the horrific crime.

Where to watch: Netflix

Language: Hindi

Date: December 19, 2025

Un Paarvayil

A Tamil thriller focuses on a blind protagonist (Parvati Nair) who must investigate the mysterious deaths of her husband and twin sister after her life unravels, forcing her to confront shocking secrets and betrayals. In contrast, the audio series Un Paarvayil Orayiram follows a humble woman testing a billionaire's affection in a story of family conflict and hidden identities.

Where to watch: SunNXT

Language: Tamil

Date: December 19, 2025

Premante

After a sweet first meeting leads to a perfect marriage, a couple's bond is strained when the wife notices her husband's odd conduct. This suspicion drives a critical revelation, transforming the way they both view love and their relationship.

Where to watch: Netflix

Language: Telugu

Date: December 19, 2025

Nayanam

An ophthalmologist's controversial experiments allow him to perceive hidden dark secrets, resulting in a descent into obsession and murder. Both stories share an intense psychological mystery centered on sight. However, the film is driven by a protagonist's fight for survival against a conspiracy, while the series delves into sci-fi ethics and dark obsessions.

Where to watch: Zee5

Language: Telugu

Date: December 19, 2025

Pharma

The film follows medical rep KP Vinod (Nivin Pauly) whose high-flying career selling the drug KydoXin is derailed when he learns of its severe side effects. Confronted by this devastating truth, he enters a moral battle to expose the corrupt, profit-hungry corporation, highlighting themes of corporate ethics and manipulated clinical trials.

Where to watch: JioHotstar

Language: Malayalam

Date: December 19, 2025

Dominic And The Ladies Purse

Mammootty stars as Dominic, a disgraced ex-cop now working as an investigative agent. A simple favour for his landlady—finding a lost purse—quickly escalates into a complex murder mystery involving a missing person and shifting identities, notably a dancer who is actually a man with gender dysphoria named Karthik. Dominic uncovers dark secrets in a pulpy finale, finding the killer but putting himself in extreme danger, which potentially sets up a series.

Where to watch: Zee5

Language: Malayalam

Date: December 19, 2025

Jake vs Joshua: Judgement Day

A colossal global showdown between Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua, live from Miami, Florida.

Where to watch: Netflix

Language: English

Date: December 20, 2025

The Great Indian Kapil Show: Season 4

After three blockbuster seasons uniting the world’s biggest stars and millions of fans, The Great Indian Kapil Show returns for Season 4. This time, Kapil dons multiple fresh avatars, expanding his beloved comedy universe into a riotous new “masti-verse” of laughter and surprises.

Where to watch: Netflix

Language: English

Date: December 20, 2025

Sicily Express

With Christmas around the corner, two blundering Sicilian friends working in Milan discover a dumpster that transports them to their families in seconds.

Where to watch: Netflix

Language: English

Date: December 22, 2025

Elway

Told in his own words, the definitive story of Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway goes deep on his NFL dreams, heartbreaks and Super Bowl redemption.

Where to watch: Netflix

Language: English

Date: December 22, 2025