Winter is well and truly here and, as the temperature drops, you may feel like spending a weekend in front of the TV to avoid the dreaded Jack Frost.
If that sounds up your street, then we have the best new content dropping on Netflix to keep you occupied. Whether you fancy a behind-the-scenes exploration of one of the world’s most-talked-about couples, or a whimsical, stop-motion reimagining of a classic fairytale, there is something for everyone this December.
Here are the new films and shows available to stream on Netflix this weekend.
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Harry & Meghan
In this unprecedented and in-depth docuseries, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex share the other side of their high-profile love story. Across six episodes, the series explores the clandestine days of their early courtship and the challenges that led to them feeling forced to step back from their full-time roles in the institution.
With commentary from friends and family, most of whom have never spoken publicly before about what they witnessed, and historians who discuss the state of the British Commonwealth today and the royal family’s relationship with the press, the series does more than illuminate one couple’s love story, it paints a picture of our world and how we treat each other. From the critically-acclaimed, two-time Oscar-nominated and Emmy-winning director Liz Garbus, Harry & Meghan is a never-before-seen look at one of the most-discussed couples in history.
Harry & Meghan will be released in two parts; episodes one to three are available to stream now. Episodes four to six are set to be released on Thursday, December 15.
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In Broad Daylight: The Narvarte Case
This Mexican true-crime documentary unveils evidence of corruption in the investigation into the murder of five people in the Narvarte neighbourhood of Mexico City in 2015. Lawyers and relatives of the victims search for answers and justice on their own after an unreliable investigation by police.
Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio
Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro (Pan’s Labyrinth, The Shape of Water) and award-winning, stop-motion legend Mark Gustafson reimagine the classic tale of the fabled wooden boy. The film takes place in 1930s Italy, during the rise of fascism between the two World Wars.
Geppetto – a heartbroken woodcarver – mourns the loss of his son and makes a wish that brings a puppet – carved from the wood of a tree that grew over his son’s grave – to life. This gives Geppetto the chance to care for Pinocchio as if he was his own child, who learns about life and love as he gives in to the desires of a ‘real boy’.
Lending their voices to the film are Ewan McGregor and David Bradley – best known as Harry Potter’s Argus Filch – alongside Oscar winners Christoph Waltz, Tilda Swinton and Cate Blanchett.
Dragon Age: Absolution
When a heist against the most powerful man in Tevinter goes wrong, an elven mercenary named Miriam (Kimberly Brooks) is forced into a desperate fight for survival. Now, to save herself and her friends, Miriam will have to confront the tragic past she’s spent a lifetime trying to escape.
Created in collaboration with BioWare – creators of the award-winner Dragon Age video game franchise – this series features an ensemble of new characters inspired by Dragon Age lore, including elves, mages, knights, Qunari, Red Templars, demons and other special surprises.
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