New Shows and Movies Coming to Apple TV in December 2025

Apple TV is going all in this December with a stacked lineup of new shows and movies. Whether you’re into thrillers, heartfelt dramas, wild adventures, or documentaries that make you think, there’s something worth adding to your watchlist.

It can be hard to keep up with everything dropping each month, so I’ve done the digging for you. Here’s your no-nonsense guide to all the official Apple TV releases in December 2025, plus a quick peek at what’s coming up next.

Apple TV Shows and Movies Releasing in December 2025

Are you missing new Apple TV content? No more! Dive into the December lineup, featuring popular genres like comedy, drama, thriller, and even a documentary for TV geeks. Get ready to fill your popcorn bucket soon! 

1. The First Snow of Fraggle Rock

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• Cast: John Tartaglia, Karen Prell, Donna Kimball, and more 
• Director: Jon Rosenbaum 
• Genre: Kids & Family 
• Release Date: December 5, 2025 

Get ready to join the Fraggles in this festive special on Apple TV. When only one snowflake falls, and Gobo Fraggle can’t write the big holiday song, he journeys to the human world (aka “Outer Space”) for inspiration.  

Meanwhile, the Gorg family welcomes a new baby, and the Fraggles discover that perfection isn’t everything; sometimes, uniqueness is what makes moments magical. Family-friendly, full of songs and hearts, this one’s a warm seasonal treat for fans old and new. 

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2. F1 The Movie

• Cast: Brad Pitt, Javier Bardem, Damson Idris, and many more
• Director: Joseph Kosinski
• Genre: Action, Drama
• Release Date: December 12, 2025

Finally, after making big headlines in theaters, F1 The Movie is coming to Apple TV streaming. So, if you have not watched the movie yet, it’s your chance. Former Formula 1 racing star Sonny Hayes gave up his glory days after a career-ending crash.

Now, thirty years later, his old teammate calls him back to help save a struggling F1 team. Alongside a hot-shot rookie, he must face his past, push the limits, and find redemption on and off the racetrack.

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3. Born To Be Wild

• Narrator: Hugh Bonneville 
• Producer: Alex Williamson, Isla Robertson 
• Genre: Documentary 
• Release Date: December 19, 2025 

Born to Be Wild follows six young, endangered animals, from an orphaned elephant calf to fragile penguin chicks, as they are rescued, rehabilitated and prepared for return to the wild. Narrated by Hugh Bonneville, this emotionally rich wildlife series spans three continents and captures the heart, hope and resilience behind saving wildlife, one life at a time. 

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What’s Coming to Apple TV After December?

Apple isn’t slowing down in December and beyond. Here are a few titles already making waves:

1. Hijack Season 2

• Cast: Idris Elba, Neil Maskell, Eve Myles, and many more
• Producer: George Kay, Jim Field Smith
• Genre: Thriller, Drama
• Release Date: January 14, 2026

After the pulse-pounding airborne crisis in Season 1, Sam Nelson returns, but this time the risks are higher. A group of ruthless captors has taken over a high-speed train in Germany.

With dozens of lives hanging in the balance, Sam must once again use his negotiating finesse to stop disaster before it derails completely. Season 2 of Hijack promises relentless tension, smart strategy, and the same high-octane thriller spirit.

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2. Drops of God Season 2

• Cast: Fleur Geffrier, Tomohisa Yamashita, Stanley Weber, and many more
• Producer: Leonard Glowinski
• Genre: Mystery, Drama
• Release Date: January 21, 2026

Camille Léger and Issei Tomine are here again in a world where wine is more than a drink; it’s a legacy. In Season 2, the pair goes on a global quest to find the origin of the world’s most wondrous wine.

It’s a secret that even Alexandre Léger couldn’t unlock. Their journey forces them to travel far, face personal demons, and test everything they believe about family, identity, and taste.

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3. Shrinking Season 3

• Cast: Jason Segel, Jessica Williams, Harrison Ford, and many more
• Producer: Bill Lawrence, Jason Segel
• Genre: Mystery, Drama
• Release Date: January 28, 2026

After having confronted loss and forgiveness, therapist Jimmy Laird now faces the unexpected challenge of moving forward. In Season 3, new relationships, old questions and surprising new voices shake his world and his safe little circle of friends and clients.

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4. The Last Thing He Told Me Season 2

• Cast: Jennifer Garner, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Angourie Rice, and more 
• Creator: Josh Singer, Laura Dave 
• Genre: Mystery, Thriller 
• Release Date: February 20, 2026

The Last Thing He Told Me returns for its second season with more mystery and drama. When Owen reappears after five years on the run, Hannah and her stepdaughter Bailey must urgently find a way to reunite their family before the secrets of Owen’s past catch up to them. So, get ready for this gripping thriller about trust, identity, and survival.

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5. Monarch: Legacy of Monster Season 2

• Cast: Kurt Russel,  and more 
• Creator: Josh Singer, Laura Dave 
• Genre: Mystery, Thriller 
• Release Date: February 27, 2026

Get ready for the next chapter of the MonsterVerse saga. After the explosive events of Season 1, Season 2 picks up with the secret organization Monarch and the world on the brink of collapse.   

The action moves to the mysterious terrain of Kong’s Skull Island and a hidden village where a new Titan rises from the sea. Expect alliances and betrayals to blur as family ties and enemy roles shift in the shadows of catastrophe.

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Final Take: Must-Watch Apple TV Releases This December

Apple TV is clearly on a roll. Whether you’re up for a globe-trotting docuseries, a heartfelt thriller, or a sci-fi robot with emotional baggage, December 2025 is loaded with good stuff.

So grab your snacks, make room in your watch queue, and don’t forget to explore the immersive Vision Pro experience if you’re lucky enough to own one.

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