Netflix’s 2025 Tudum showcase brought a flood of reveals for some of its most anticipated titles. With fan-favorite series wrapping up and new stories ramping up, the event was stacked with trailers, casting announcements, and long-awaited premiere dates. Here’s a breakdown of the major highlights—and what’s worth getting excited about.
Stranger Things Season 5 Will Be Split Into Three Events
The final season of Stranger Things will arrive in three separate volumes. Volume 1 drops November 26, Volume 2 hits on Christmas Day, and the grand finale lands on New Year’s Eve. This closing chapter promises a darker, more intense tone. Vecna has vanished, the town of Hawkins is locked under military control, and Eleven is once again in hiding. The emotional and narrative stakes are higher than ever as the full cast reunites to end the nightmare they started in Season 1.
Rian Johnson’s Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery Arrives December 12
Daniel Craig returns as Benoit Blanc in what’s being described as his “most dangerous case yet.” The new all-star ensemble includes Glenn Close, Josh Brolin, and Jeremy Renner. With a teaser showing hints of classic noir twists and icy elegance, the film seems poised to raise the bar yet again for modern whodunits.
Squid Game Season 3 Trailer Teases a Final Moral Battle
The third and reportedly final season of Squid Game lands June 27. Creator Hwang Dong-hyuk says the season will explore the aftermath of Gi-hun’s losses, and whether human values like kindness can survive inside a system built on brutality. The trailer teases even more intricate death games, a growing resistance, and a darker, more emotional edge.
Wednesday Season 2 Opens With a Bang (and Gaga)
Netflix dropped the first six minutes of Wednesday Season 2, which premieres in two parts on August 6 and September 3. Beyond the clever Easter eggs scattered throughout the footage, the big surprise is Lady Gaga joining the cast as Rosaline Rotwood, a Nevermore teacher with a mysterious past.
Happy Gilmore 2 Is Swinging for the Fences
The long-awaited sequel to Happy Gilmore debuts July 25, nearly three decades after the original. Adam Sandler is back, joined by original cast members and surprise additions like Bad Bunny and real-life golf pros including Rory McIlroy and Paige Spiranac. Expect a mix of nostalgia and updated sports comedy chaos.
Del Toro’s Frankenstein Teaser Is a Gothic Dream
Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein got its first teaser, offering a stylish glimpse at Oscar Isaac as Victor Frankenstein and Jacob Elordi as his tragic creation. The visuals are unmistakably del Toro, channeling Pan’s Labyrinth, Crimson Peak, and Hellboy II. The film hits Netflix in November.
One Piece Season 2 Shows First Look at Chopper
The beloved blue-nosed reindeer-doctor Tony Tony Chopper makes his live-action debut in the One Piece Season 2 trailer. Voiced by Mikaela Hoover, Chopper brings a mix of awkward charm and heartfelt sincerity that’s expected to be a fan favorite. The show’s second season looks to expand the world and lean further into its fantasy roots.
Affleck and Damon Reunite for Gritty Crime Drama The Rip
Ben Affleck and Matt Damon team up for The Rip, a cop thriller inspired by real events and ‘70s crime cinema. Directed by Joe Carnahan, the movie follows a narcotics bust that spirals out of control. The cast includes Steven Yeun, Kyle Chandler, and Sasha Calle. Expect layered characters and moral gray areas when it drops January 16, 2026.
Netflix Tudum 2025 didn’t just confirm dates—it gave fans a clear idea of how bold the platform is going with its original programming next year. Whether you’re in it for nostalgia, mystery, horror, or action, there’s something big around the corner.
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