Summary
Every year, there is one particularNetflixTV series that fans get the most excited about. In 2016, it wasa charming and exciting sci-fi series calledStranger Thingsthat has become a global phenomenon. In the years that followed, shows such asThe Umbrella Academy,Wednesday,Cobra Kai,Outer Banks,Maid,The Watcher, andBaby Reindeerall became huge hits.
As 2024 wraps up,fans anticipate the end ofCobra Kaiand are also excited about the new TV shows that are coming to Netflix in 2025.From a political thriller to a show about technology and new seasons of some of hte most beloved shows ever released,there is a lot to look forward to on the streaming service.
Cassandra (Jun 10, 2025)
Starring Mina Tander as Samira,Cassandrais a six-episode miniseries about a family moving into a smart home in Germany. The title of the series comes from the name of the electronic assistant who comes with the house. As people can probably guess, this house isn’t what it seems, and there is terror within its walls.
Like theBlumhouse horror movieAfraidabout a smart home,Cassandrasounds like a fascinating look at how technology and humans interact. Although it’s unclearhow many episodes will be in a returning Netflix series likeWednesday, it’s always satisfying to watch a show that has only six episodes. There is no room for filler and the focus is often on developing the characters and making sure the sci-mystery is explained properly.
Zero Day (Jul 08, 2025)
A story about a worldwide cyberattackis always going to sound promising. Add in acast that includes Angela Bassett, Lizzy Caplan, Robert De Niro, Jesse Plemmons, and Connie Britton, and a hit TV show is on the horizon.Zero Daywill premiere on Netflix in February 2025and sounds like a fascinating political thriller.
According toDeadline, the trailer forZero Dayis now out. De Niro’s character, George Mullen, a former President, explains in the trailer:
“Three thousand, four-hundred, two people died on Zero Day. Plane crashes, train derailments. Total chaos.”
FromWorld War II spy thrillerstoMike Flanagan’s horror series, fans of pulse-pounding, action-packed, and gripping TV shows can always find something to watch.Zero Dayis uniquely appealing thanks to its star-studded cast and striking premise. Fans of political dramas such asThe West Wingwill want to become invested in another compelling tale, especially one that is about a gripping event like a cyberattack.
Black Mirror Season 7
Ready for one of the most disturbing and devastating TV shows to come back to Netflix? In September 2024,viewers were happy to hear aboutthe talented cast members ofBlack Mirrorseason 7. They include Harriet Walter, Issa Rae, Rashida Jones, Cristin Miloti, Tracee Ellis Ross, Chris O’Dowd, and Awkwafina.
Althoughthere is no official release date yet forBlack Mirrorseason 7, fans can expect more thrilling and terrifying tales about evil people using technology.The bestBlack Mirrorepisodesexplore family, love, hopes, dreams, and people being put in strange and unimaginable situations. There’s no doubt that the latest season will deliver just as many compelling twists and thought-provoking endings.
Wednesday Season 2 (2025, Release Date TBD)
Wednesdayseason 2 is one of the most anticipated 2025 Netflix showsand fans lovedthe recently released sneak peekWednesdayphoto. Jenna Ortega will reprise her role as the Goth Addams Family teenager who enjoys her bitter, sarcastic sense of humor and doesn’t want to conform to the world around her. This time around,Wednesday Addams will face a stalkerwho may or may not be a Nevermore Academy student or teacher. There are many other reasons to get excited about the second season, includingcast members such as Haley Joel Osmentand Steve Buscemi.
As Ortega toldVariety, fans can expectmore horror and less love inWednesdayseason 2. The actress said:
“I think we want to lean into the horror aspect of the show a little bit more because it is so lighthearted and I think a show like this, with vampires and werewolves and super powers, you don’t want to take yourself too seriously. I think that we’re kind of ditching any romantic love interest for Wednesday, which is really great.”
Stranger Things Season 5 (2025, Release Date TBD)
Stranger Thingsseason 5 will finally premiere in 2025, and while fans don’t know the exact release date, at least they are closer than ever before to seeingwhat Vecna (Jamie Campbell Brown) does next. There are so many questions that need to be addressed, likewhether the characters will move out of Hawkins, Indianaand whether couples like Eleven (Millie Bobby Brown) and Mike Wheeler (Finn Wolfhard) will say goodbye or remain together. While fans aren’t ready to say goodbye, they’ve been waiting for the final season since season 4 streamed in the spring and summer of 2022.
AftertheStranger Thingscast finished filming, Brown posted a video message for fans on her Instagram account. According toUSA Today, she said:
“Isn’t graduation supposed to bring relief, like you’re glad to leave behind the teachers and classmates? Not me. I am nowhere near ready to leave you guys. I love each and every one of you, and I’ll forever carry the memories and bonds we’ve created together as a family. I love you. Thank you.”
