The Witcher headlines the list of what’s new on Netflix this week
Netflix’s The Witcher premieres this week, along with a bunch of new Netflix shows and movies.
It’s the week before Christmas and while that means you might be rushing around trying to find last-minute presents, it also means a lot of new shows and movies coming to Netflix just in time for the holidays. Whether you’re looking for a new show based on a popular series, an award-nominated film, or a documentary covering a topic all over the news, the streaming service has something for you.
One of the most anticipated shows coming out this week is The Witcher. The first season releases Dec 20 and follows Geralt of Rivia, a monster hunter, who tries to find his place in a world that tends to be more bad than it is good. But then he must go on a journey with a sorceress and a princess that will change their lives forever.
Check out the trailer here:
Or if you’re more in the mood for one of the films nominated for a Golden Globe, you can check out The Two Popes on Dec 20. Starring Anthony Hopkins and Jonathan Pryce. the movie follows Pope Benedict and Pope Francis as they discuss what the future will be for the Catholic Church.
It’s nominated for Best Drama, Best Screenplay, Best Actor in a Drama for Jonathan Pryce, and Best Supporting Actor for Anthony Hopkins
Take a look at the trailer here:
If you’re more interested in a documentary, check out After the Raid. It comes to Netflix Dec 19. The documentary covers a large immigration raid that took place in a small town and how it’s affected the people there. It brings up a lot of important questions about the current immigration policy and the emotional toll it takes.
New on Netflix this week: Dec. 15-21
Dec. 15
A Family Man
Hope: One in a Billion
Underdogs
Dec. 16
Burlesque
The Danish Girl
The Magicians: Season 4
Dec. 17
Carole & Tuesday: Part 2
Ronny Chieng: Asian Comedian Destroys America!
Dec. 18
Don’t F**k with Cats: Hunting an Internet Killer
Soundtrack: Season 1
Dec. 19
After the Raid
Twice Upon A Time
Ultraviolet: Season 2
Dec. 20
The Two Popes
The Witcher: Season 1
Dec. 21
Back of the Net
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