November 2025 is shaping up to be a major month for Netflix, with several high-profile originals on the way.
While the full lineup of licensed titles and holiday content will be revealed separately, the current slate of series, films, and documentaries already offers plenty to look forward to.
From psychological thrillers and animated adventures to Oscar hopefuls and the return of a cultural phenomenon, here are the biggest Netflix Original releases to keep on your radar this November.
1. Death by lightning
A four-part historical limited series chronicling the rise and tragic end of U.S. President James Garfield and his assassin Charles Guiteau. Starring Michael Shannon and Matthew Macfadyen, with executive producers David Benioff and DB Weiss.
2. The beast in me
Claire Danes plays a grieving author drawn into a psychological game of cat and mouse with her mysterious neighbor (Matthew Rhys), suspected of being responsible for his wife’s disappearance. A tense and emotional character study.
3. Frankenstein
Guillermo del Toro brings his dark vision to life with this hopeful Oscar-winning horror adaptation. While Netflix is ​​already backing the director’s film Pinocchio during its previous successes, this is another top contender.
4. K-Pop Demon Hunters
An animated action musical that combines K-pop celebrity and supernatural battles. Positioned as one of Netflix’s biggest hits at the animation awards this season.
5. In your dreams
A family comedy adventure from Kuku Studios and Sony Pictures Imageworks about two siblings who journey through their own dreams. Filled with colorful animation, a toy giraffe and heartfelt narration.
6. Train dreams
This critically acclaimed period drama, adapted from the short story by Denis Johnson and directed by Clint Bentley, follows the life of a lumberjack in early 20th century America. With Joel Edgerton, Felicity Jones and William H. Macy.
7. Stranger Things (final season, volume 1)
The iconic series begins its final chapter with four new episodes arriving over Thanksgiving weekend. Expect a climactic kickoff at the end of one of Netflix’s most influential shows.
8. International Highlights
Includes Japanese historical epic Last Samurai Standing (November 13), Polish drama Heweliusz (November 5), Korean thriller As You Stood By and Left-Handed Girl (November 28).
9. Return Series
The Vince Staples Show And A man inside return for the second season on November 6 and 20 respectively.
10. Children and family
Last season of Jurassic World: Chaos Theory (November 20), Gabby’s Dollhouse Season 12 (November 17), Unicorn Academy holiday special (November 13) and the Netflix debut of Sesame Street.
From high-stakes historical dramas and chilling thrillers to vibrant family films and the long-awaited return of Stranger ThingsNetflix’s November 2025 lineup is full of varied projects and big names.
Whether you’re looking for award contenders, international gems or content for kids, this month promises something for all types of viewers, not counting Christmas titles, which are just around the corner.
Stay tuned for the full release schedule in the coming days.
