December is here, and with it comes a deluge of new TV shows, movies, and specials to keep you glued to your screen all month long. But with over 250 premieres and finales, where do you even begin? Fear not, we’ve got you covered with a comprehensive guide that not only highlights the must-watch moments but also dives into the stories that will tug at your heartstrings, spark controversy, and leave you questioning everything.
Here’s the deal: December isn’t just about holiday cheer; it’s about storytelling that challenges, entertains, and sometimes divides. From gripping dramas to heartwarming comedies, this month’s lineup is a rollercoaster of emotions. And this is the part most people miss—hidden gems that deserve your attention.
Let’s kick things off with a bold statement: December’s TV schedule is a battleground of narratives, where the past collides with the present, and the lines between right and wrong blur. But here’s where it gets controversial—some of these shows dare to ask questions that don’t have easy answers. Ready to dive in?
MONDAY, DEC. 1
- 📺 CoComelon Lane Season 6 (Netflix): The beloved kids’ show returns with more colorful adventures, but is it just entertainment, or does it subtly shape young minds in ways we’re not discussing?
- 📺 My Next Guest Needs No Introduction With David Letterman and Adam Sandler (Netflix): Letterman’s iconic series continues, but this episode raises the question: Are celebrity interviews still relevant in an era of oversharing on social media?
- 📺 Playing Gracie Darling (Netflix): A psychologist confronts her haunted past when a new disappearance mirrors her childhood trauma. But here’s the twist: What if the past isn’t just haunting her—what if it’s hunting her? And this is the part most people miss—the psychological depth that challenges viewers to question their own perceptions of memory and guilt.
- 📺 The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular (ABC): A star-studded lineup, but is it just festive fun, or does it reflect the commercialization of holiday traditions? Controversy alert: Some argue these specials are more about branding than celebrating.
- 🎥 All the Empty Rooms (Netflix documentary): A poignant look at the bedrooms of children lost to school shootings. This one’s a heartbreaker, but it’s also a call to action. Are we doing enough to prevent these tragedies?
- 🎥 The Merchants of Joy (Prime Video documentary): Five families in NYC hustle to keep holiday traditions alive. But here’s the question: Are these traditions worth preserving, or are they relics of a bygone era?
TUESDAY, DEC. 2
- 📺 5-Star (Paramount+): A docuseries following college football recruits. But here’s the controversial take: Does the pressure to perform at such a young age do more harm than good?
- 📺 Sean Combs: The Reckoning (Netflix): A deep dive into the life of a media mogul with a complex legacy. This one’s bound to spark debate—can we separate the art from the artist?
- 📺 Kimora: Back in the Fab Lane (E!): Kimora Lee Simmons juggles motherhood and empire-building. But here’s the question: Is this a story of empowerment, or does it glorify an unattainable lifestyle?
- 🤣 Matt Rife: Unwrapped – A Christmas Crowd Work Special (Netflix): A comedy special that’s sure to bring laughs, but will it push boundaries or play it safe?
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 3
- 📺 With Love, Meghan: Holiday Celebration (Netflix): A feel-good holiday special, but does it offer anything new, or is it just more of the same?
- 🎥 My Secret Santa (Netflix movie): A single mom disguises herself as Santa to land a job. Cute, right? But here’s the twist: What does it say about the lengths people must go to just to make ends meet?
- 🎥 Oh. What. Fun. (Prime Video movie): Michelle Pfeiffer stars in a holiday adventure. But here’s the part most people miss—it’s not just about the laughs; it’s about finding joy in unexpected places.
THURSDAY, DEC. 4
- 📺 The Abandons (Netflix): A gritty look at families pursuing Manifest Destiny in 1850s Oregon. Controversy alert: Does this romanticize westward expansion, or does it confront its dark realities?
- 📺 The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 3 Reunion Special (Hulu): Scandals and controversies take center stage. But here’s the question: Are we just voyeurs, or does this spark important conversations about faith and community?
- 🎥 It's Never Over, Jeff Buckley (HBO documentary): A tribute to a music legend gone too soon. This one’s emotional, but it also asks: How do we remember artists whose lives were cut short?
FRIDAY, DEC. 5
- 📺 The First Snow of Fraggle Rock (Apple TV): A holiday special that’s pure nostalgia, but does it hold up for today’s audience?
- 🎥 Jay Kelly (Netflix movie): George Clooney and Adam Sandler star in a film about confronting the past. But here’s the twist: Is it a redemption story, or does it leave more questions than answers?
- 🎥 Jingle Bell Wedding (The Roku Channel movie): A sequel that’s all about holiday cheer, but does it add anything new to the franchise?
SATURDAY, DEC. 6
- 📺 CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute (CNN): Celebrating everyday heroes, but are we doing enough to support them beyond applause?
- 🎥 She's Making a List (Hallmark Channel movie): A consultant falls for a widowed father while deciding children’s fates on the Naughty or Nice list. Cute, but here’s the question: Are these feel-good stories just escapism, or do they reflect deeper societal values?
Now, here’s the big question: With so much content, are we just consuming, or are we engaging? Are these shows and movies just entertainment, or do they challenge us to think, feel, and act? Let us know in the comments—which December release are you most excited about, and why? And which one do you think will spark the most debate?
