Sabrina Carpenter is set to host a festive variety music special on Netflix, while Keira Knightley and Ben Whishaw will take on roles as a spy and an assassin in the upcoming series “Black Doves.” These offerings, along with various movies, music, and games, are among the exciting new entertainment options coming your way soon.
Fans of K-pop can look forward to Rosé releasing her debut full-length solo album. Additionally, Tim Burton’s “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” will be resurrected for a new audience, continuing its legacy since the original release. Notably, BLACKPINK’s Rosé is also putting out her first solo album, giving fans plenty to anticipate in the realm of music this December.
**NEW MOVIES TO STREAM DEC. 2-8**
– Nearly four decades after its initial release, Tim Burton brings back the Deetz family in “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” which will be available on Max on December 7. Lydia (Winona Ryder), haunted by the antics of Beetlejuice (Michael Keaton), faces another supernatural adventure when her teenage daughter (Jenna Ortega) uncovers a portal. As noted in one review, this sequel is a delightful mix of coherence and chaos, ensuring an entertaining ride.
– In a charming reunion, “Love Actually” writer-director Richard Curtis collaborates with Bill Nighy in the new animated film “That Christmas,” set to stream on Netflix Wednesday. Based on Curtis’s Christmas book series, the movie features Nighy voicing Lighthouse Bill, who, along with community members, faces a severe winter blizzard that even challenges Santa Claus, voiced by Brian Cox.
– Starring Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum, “Fly Me to the Moon,” a romantic comedy set against the backdrop of the space race, follows a NASA launch director (Tatum) and a marketing executive (Johansson) as they attempt to promote a lunar mission. Released in theaters this past July, it will be available on Apple TV+ starting Wednesday. The film is described as light and enjoyable, allowing Johansson to showcase her star power.
**NEW MUSIC TO STREAM DEC. 2-8**
– Get ready for a holiday treat as Sabrina Carpenter takes the lead in a Netflix holiday music special. Set to stream on December 6, Carpenter describes it as an hour filled with delightful chaos rather than the typical festive routine. The special boasts a lineup of guests, including Chappell Roan, Tyla, and Shania Twain.
– Lauren Mayberry, the lead singer of the Scottish pop band Chvrches, is stepping into the solo spotlight with her debut album “Vicious Creature.” The 12 tracks showcase a diverse array of sounds, from folk to punk and dance-pop, reflecting her artistic journey.
– Similarly, BLACKPINK’s Rosé is set to release her first full studio album titled “rosie” on December 6. She has already shared a teaser with “APT.,” a collaboration with Bruno Mars that has gained significant traction on the Billboard Global 200 chart. In an Instagram post, she shared her anticipation for fans to experience the album, which she describes as deeply personal.
**NEW SHOWS TO STREAM DEC. 2-8**
– The Netflix series “Black Doves,” starring Keira Knightley and Ben Whishaw, features the duo as lifelong friends, combining their skills as a spy and an assassin to unravel a murder case during the holiday season. Knightley humorously categorized the series as fitting into the “Die Hard” bracket of holiday entertainment. Viewers can catch the show starting Thursday.
– Margo Martindale leads the cast in the new Prime Video series “The Sticky,” portraying a woman facing financial difficulties who unwittingly finds herself involved in a crime ring stealing vast amounts of maple syrup, inspired by real events. This dark comedy also stars Chris Diamantopoulos and Guillaume Cyr, with Jamie Lee Curtis involved as an executive producer and making an appearance in the show. It premieres on Friday, December 6.
**NEW VIDEO GAMES TO PLAY**
– The current landscape of multiplayer games is often dominated by options like Overwatch and Apex Legends, but a new challenger emerges in the form of Marvel Rivals by NetEase Games. This free-to-play title introduces an action-packed competition where two teams of six famous superheroes and villains, including Spider-Man and Captain America, face off. Multiplayer action kicks off on December 6 across PlayStation 5, Xbox X/S, and PC.
This diverse lineup of upcoming entertainment promises to provide engaging options for fans of movies, music, television, and gaming alike. Get ready to enjoy an array of fresh content just around the corner!
