10 New Movies & TV Shows to Watch in December 2022
From the highly anticipated sequel to Avatar to Emily in Paris Season 3, here are the must-see films and TV shows being released next month.
It’s the holiday season, and it’s the time to curl up by a fireplace and binge on new and old favorites on the TV. From the highly anticipated and long-awaited release of the Avatar sequel to series premieres, there are plenty of shows and films to keep you entertained throughout the season. Enjoy time spent with families and friends binging these new shows and movies.
Gossip Girl Season 2
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Hey Upper East Siders, Gossip Girl is coming back for another round of drama, romance, heartbreak, and of course, gossip. Following the hit season one debut, the series is finally ready to release the second season. Get ready for (hopefully!) another iconic Thanksgiving episode and some exciting cameos from the original cast. Gossip Girl Season 2 is set to premiere on December 1 on HBO Max.
Violent Night
This dark action comedy has Santa Claus coming to the rescue against a mercenary attack. For both Christmas and action lovers, this movie is the one for you. Starring David Harbor as Santa Claus, Violent Night releases on December 2 in theaters.
George & Tammy
Singer Tammy Wynette gets her big break opening for her idol, country singer George Jones. Sparks fly when the two meet, and their journey of romance and turmoil results in some of the most iconic country music. George & Tammy, starring Jessica Chastain and Michael Shannon, will air on December 4 on Showtime and Paramount+.
Kindred
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FX’s miniseries Kindred follows the story of an aspiring writer who uncovers her family’s past secrets and finds herself in and out of time in a 19th-century plantation. Inspired by Octavia E. Butler’s 1979 novel, the mystery series releases exclusively on Hulu on December 13.
Avatar: The Way of Water
For those who have waited patiently for 13 years for the Avatar sequel to come out, the time is finally here. Avatar: The Way of Water will continue Jake Sully’s story on the planet Pandora on a journey to protect the planet alongside the Na’vi race. The film releases on December 16 in theaters.
1923
This American Western drama starring Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren is one you can’t miss. Set in 1923, the series serves as a prequel to Yellowstone, and a sequel to 1883. The series follows the Dutton family as they navigate their time during the Western Expansion, Prohibition, and Great Depression in Montana. 1923 Premieres on December 18 on Paramount+.
Emily in Paris Season 3
Emily in Paris Season 2 left us wondering whether Emily wanted to stay in Paris or return to Chicago. As the love square between her, Gabriel, Camille, and Alfie grows more complicated, we can’t wait to see what Season 3 has in store. Emily in Paris Season 3 premieres on Netflix on December 21, just in time for you to binge for the holiday season.
Babylon
Navigating the ambitious lives of aspiring actors in Hollywood, Babylon takes place during the film industry’s transition from silent to sound films in the late 1920s. Featuring an ensemble cast including Brad Pitt, Margot Robbie, and Tobey Maguire, Babylon is set to release on December 23 in theaters.
Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery
Following the success of Knives Out, the sequel follows Detective Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) to the private island of a billionaire. When a Murder Mystery party turns into a real murder mystery, Blanc must once again try to uncover the truth in this highly anticipated whodunnit story. Watch the mystery unfold on Netflix on December 23.
The Witcher: Blood Origin
Blood Origin will be the prequel to Netflix’s The Witcher. Set over a thousand years before, the show follows the journey of seven elven outcasts on a quest against an unstoppable empire. The show premieres on December 25 on Netflix.
