The freshest OTT releases to stream this December

December is finally upon us and for those of us who’ve consumed content galore all year long and are wondering what to watch in the coming weeks, it sure seems like the best is saved for the last. The month presents new seasons of some of the most-loved shows across the world, including the second season of the global sensation Squid Game, the third season of Mismatched for all those who love all things romance, Bandish Bandits striking all the right notes as it takes audiences on another musical journey in its second season and Sabrina Carpenter giving us all the Christmas vibes on A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter. Buckle up!

Black Doves

Fans of spy thrillers are in for a treat this month with Kiera Knightley delivering a powerful performance in this intense action series. The story follows Helen, a seasoned spy who has spent over a decade exchanging secrets about her politician husband with the organization she works for, the Black Doves. However, when her lover, Jason, is assassinated, Helen’s boss, Reed (Sarah Lancashire), enlists the help of Helen’s old friend Sam (Ben Whishaw) to protect her. The catch is that Sam has his own set of problems, and things escalate when he and Helen work together to uncover who killed Jason and why. As they dig deeper, they find themselves tangled in a complex mission that exposes a far-reaching conspiracy, connecting London’s criminal underworld to a looming geopolitical crisis.

Release date: December 5 on Netflix

Agni

Agni marks India’s first cinematic portrayal of the life and heroism of firefighters, serving as a poignant salute to their fearless spirit, honour, and sacrifices. Set against the backdrop of a city plagued by a mysterious series of fires, the film follows Vitthal (played by Pratik Gandhi), a courageous firefighter, and his brother-in-law, Samit (played by Divyenndu), a brilliant policeman, as they reluctantly join forces to uncover the source of the escalating crisis. Through its gripping narrative and emotionally charged moments, Agni not only delves into Vitthal's personal battle for respect within his community and family but also showcases the dramatic stakes of firefighting.

Release date: December 6 on Amazon Prime Video

A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter

Timed perfectly for the holidays, Netflix is all set to drop a musical special featuring pop star Sabrina Carpenter, known for singles like Espresso and Please Please Please. The show has been described as a festive special blending music, comedy and surprises. Carpenter will perform songs from her holiday EP, fruitcake, along with other holiday classics. The show promises musical duets, comedic sketches and appearances from the likes of Chappell Roan, Tyla, Shania Twain and Kali Uchis, Quinta Brunson, Cara Delevingne and Kyle Mooney along with Megan Stalter, Nico Hiraga, Sean Astin, Owen Thiele and Jillian Bell.

Release date: December 7 on Netflix

Mismatched Season 3

The show that turned Rohit Saraf into a national crush is back with its third season. According to the trailer, Mismatched Season 3 will follow Dimple (Prajakta Koli) and Rishi as they embark on a fresh adventure in a new city. This time, they face the challenges of adulthood—balancing their relationships and diving into the world of app development. As they navigate love, ambition, and self-discovery, their journey feels more real and relatable than ever. Viewers can look forward to a thrilling ride of new challenges, complexities, and responsibilities.

The recurring cast includes Rohit Saraf, Prajakta Koli, Ranvijay Sinha, Vidya Malavade, Taaruk Raina, and Ahsaas Channa, among others. New cast members joining the ensemble are Lauren Robinson, Garima Yajnik, and Akshat Singh. 

Release date: December 13 on Netflix

Bandish Bandits Season 2

The musical series and Amazon Prime original is all set to take audiences on another melodious journey. Centred around the life of Tamanna Sharma (Shreya Chaudhry), a singer who aspires to become India's first international popstar who crosses paths with Radhe (Ritwik Bhowmik), a singing prodigy from a royal family in Jodhpur. As per the official synopsis, the new season of this beloved musical drama continues its journey, artfully blending the intricate ragas, talas, and bandishes of Indian classical music with the bold, electrifying beats of modern rock and pop, as our leads—Radhe and Tamanna, now face off against each other in the quest for acceptance and glory. The narrative delves deeper into family legacy bringing in themes of individuality, empowerment, and the balance between old and new to the forefront, as each character discovers and embraces their true self. The series boasts of an ensemble cast featuring Naseeruddin Shah, Atul Kulkarni, Sheeba Chaddha, Rajesh Tailang, Kunaal Roy Kapur.

Release date: December 13 on Amazon Prime Video

Squid Game Season 2

It’s time to play the game, again. And going by the trailer that dropped a few days ago, the stakes couldn’t be any higher. “Three years after winning Squid Game, Player 456 (Lee Jung-jae) gave up going to the States and comes back with a new resolution in his mind,” reads the official Season 2 synopsis. “Gi-hun once again dives into the mysterious survival game, starting another life-or-death game with new participants gathered to win the prize of 45.6 billion won.” All he has in mind is to end this horrifying competition once and for all. Ready to play a new set of games, he finds himself going head-to-head with the Front Man (Lee Byung-hun), whose motive to set up the game continues to remain a mystery. Who will prevail? We can’t wait to find out.

Release date: December 26 on Netflix

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