The holiday season is almost here, and Netflix is ready to make it even more festive with a slew of brand-new Christmas movies and series for 2025. From heartwarming rom-coms to action-packed thrillers, the streaming giant is delivering content for every kind of viewer. While the year might not feature a blockbuster family favorite like previous seasons, it’s bringing a strong lineup of original romantic comedies, licensed Hallmark classics, and holiday-themed shows to get you into the Christmas spirit.
Here’s everything you need to know about Netflix’s fresh holiday offerings this year!
New Netflix Christmas Movies for 2025
1. The Christmas Contract (2025)
Starring: Hilarie Burton, Robert Buckley
In this cozy holiday romance, Jolie Guidry (Hilarie Burton) dreads going home for Christmas after a tough breakup. To save face, she strikes a deal with her best friend’s brother to pose as her boyfriend for the holidays. As fake affection turns into real sparks, Jolie discovers that love can blossom from the most unexpected of arrangements.
Key Features:
- Genre: Romantic Comedy
- Setting: Louisiana
- Themes: Holiday romance, second chances, family dynamics
2. Christmas Bloody Christmas (2025)
Starring: Riley Dandy
For those who want a darker spin on the holiday season, Christmas Bloody Christmas takes things in a more violent direction. When a robotic Santa Claus malfunctions on Christmas Eve, chaos ensues. Tori (Riley Dandy) must fight for survival in a blood-soaked night of mayhem. This neon-lit, heavy-metal infused thriller redefines the Christmas horror genre.
Key Features:
- Genre: Holiday Horror, Thriller
- Setting: Christmas Eve
- Themes: Survival, tech gone wrong, holiday horror
3. Haul Out the Holly (2022)
Starring: Lacey Chabert, Wes Brown
Emily (Lacey Chabert) returns home for Christmas only to find her parents involved in the neighborhood’s over-the-top holiday committee. As she gets swept into the chaos, sparks fly with her charming neighbor, Jared (Wes Brown). Expect plenty of laughs, romance, and small-town charm.
Key Features:
- Genre: Romantic Comedy, Christmas
- Setting: Small town during Christmas
- Themes: Family traditions, love and holiday cheer
4. A Merry Little Ex-Mas (2025)
Starring: Alicia Silverstone, Oliver Hudson
In A Merry Little Ex-Mas, Kate (Alicia Silverstone), a recently divorced woman, plans to host one last perfect family Christmas before selling her home. But her plans unravel when her ex-husband Everett (Oliver Hudson) arrives with his glamorous new girlfriend. The film offers plenty of awkward moments, rediscovered warmth, and laughs.
Key Features:
- Genre: Christmas Comedy
- Setting: Family home
- Themes: Divorce, family dynamics, awkward reunions
5. Champagne Problems (2025)
Starring: Minka Kelly, Tom Wozniczka
Sydney Price (Minka Kelly) is sent to France to secure a deal for a prestigious champagne house. During one magical evening in Paris, she meets Henri Cassell (Tom Wozniczka), the charming son of the company’s founder. Romance blossoms amid corporate rivalry, set against the backdrop of the beautiful French countryside.
Key Features:
- Genre: Romantic Comedy
- Setting: Champagne vineyards, France
- Themes: Romance, business rivalry, holiday magic
6. Jingle Bell Heist (2025)
Starring: Olivia Holt, Connor Swindells
In this holiday heist comedy, Sophia (Olivia Holt) and Nick (Connor Swindells) team up to rob London’s most famous department store on Christmas Eve. What starts as a simple plan turns complicated as secrets and emotions surface, and their connection grows amidst the chaos.
Key Features:
- Genre: Comedy, Heist, Christmas
- Setting: London, Christmas Eve
- Themes: Crime, love and secrets, festive thrill
Hallmark Favorites on Netflix
In addition to the new original Netflix releases, fans can look forward to a handful of beloved Hallmark Christmas movies coming to the streaming platform this year. These fan favorites are guaranteed to deliver the warmth, romance, and holiday spirit that Hallmark movies are known for.
1. Haul Out the Holly: Lit Up (2023)
The sequel to Haul Out the Holly brings back Emily and Jared for even more holiday fun. The small-town festivities get even more competitive when new neighbours arrive, bringing extra lights, laughs, and some holiday drama.
2. All I Need for Christmas (2024)
This romantic drama stars Mallory Jansen and Dan Jeannotte as a rival baker and entrepreneur who unexpectedly find love while trying to save their family businesses before Christmas.
3. Christmas Under the Lights (2024)
A city journalist is sent to cover a charming electrician who designs holiday light displays. Romance is inevitable as they work together on the magical displays, discovering the true magic of Christmas along the way.
New Christmas Series on Netflix
1. Home for Christmas (2025) – Season 3
In its new season, Johanne (Ida Elise Broch) is healing from a breakup and trying to navigate her career and family life. As she cautiously re-enters the dating scene, she finds herself facing the possibility of new love and self-discovery during the holiday season.
Key Features:
- Genre: Romance, Drama
- Setting: Norway, Christmas season
- Themes: Healing, love, family, holiday self-reflection
Looking Ahead: What’s Coming in 2026?
Netflix isn’t stopping with 2025. Fans can look forward to more heartwarming holiday movies and specials coming down the line. Some of the upcoming projects include:
1. South Pole Santa (2026)
This is a spec-script acquired by Netflix in September 2025. The details are still under wraps, but fans are eager to see what kind of holiday magic it will bring.
2. In A Holidaze (2026)
Adapted from Christina Lauren’s novel, this Christmas romance follows Maelyn Jones, who, stuck in a dead-end job, finds herself trapped in a holiday time loop at her family’s cabin. Expect plenty of romance and holiday twists!
Why Netflix Christmas Movies Are So Popular?
Netflix’s Christmas movies have become an essential part of the holiday season for many subscribers. With the rise of feel-good romantic comedies and family-oriented films, the streaming service has perfected the holiday movie formula. These films often combine universal themes—such as love, family, self-discovery, and joy—with the comforting ambience of Christmas. The accessibility of Netflix’s library means viewers around the world can enjoy it at any time, creating a warm, festive atmosphere.
FAQs
1. When will A Merry Little Ex-Mas be released on Netflix?
A Merry Little Ex-Mas will premiere on Netflix in December 2025.
2. Are there new Christmas Hallmark movies on Netflix this year?
Yes! Several Hallmark classics, including Haul Out the Holly and Christmas Under the Lights, will be available for streaming on Netflix.
3. Will there be any new holiday-themed Netflix series?
Yes, Home for Christmas Season 3, along with other new series, will be available during the 2025 holiday season.
4. What’s the release schedule for the new Netflix Christmas movies?
Movies will start releasing in November 2025, with a mix of rom-coms, thrillers, and family movies throughout the month and into December.
