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75 Of The Best Movies On Netflix Australia To Stream Tonight (December 2025)
Stay updated with the best movies and documentaries on Netflix Australia this month. Your ultimate streaming guide is here.
TV & Movies
42 Of The Best Christmas Movies On Netflix In 2025
We don’t care what anyone says, it’s never too early to start celebrating all things Christmas—especially when it comes to festive flicks. Fortunately, the streaming gods are gifting us with yet another sleigh load of feel-good Christmas movies, from old school classics to rom-com newbies, all you need to do is organise bulk snacks for a mammoth viewing marathon.
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55 Of The Best TV Shows And Movies To Stream On Paramount+ Australia (2025 Edition)
To help get your viewing session started, we’ve picked out the best shows and movies on Paramount+.
Entertainment
Obsessed With Yellowjackets? Here’s 5 Shows Serving The Same Chaos, Mystery And Drama
Buckle up, cause these five shows deliver the same all-consuming, edge-of-your-seat energy.
TV & Movies
54 Of The Best Movies and Best Shows Apple TV Has to Offer (December 2025 Edition)
In our opinion, you can never have too many streaming services, and Apple TV is a must-have. Packed with all-star casts and binge-worthy shows, it's the perfect addition to your watchlist.
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45 Of The Best Shows And Movies To Stream On Binge This Month (December 2025)
Brought to you by the team at Foxtel so we can now all stream a heap of HBO Max, Warner Bros, Sony, NBCU, FX and BBC content.
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Love a Good Old Scare? Here Are The Best Australian Horror Films To Check Out Tonight
From outback slashers to supernatural thrillers, these are the best Australian horror films that prove that Aussies know how to scare.
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37 Of The Best Horror Movies On Netflix Right Now
Turn out the lights and grab a pillow because you're about to soak up the best horror movies on Netflix.
TV & Movies
37 Of The Best Netflix Anime To Stream Now
Whether you love the classics or a modernised take on the anime genre, there’s something for everyone. Here are the best anime shows streaming on Netflix.
Podcasts & Books
44 Of The Best True Crime Podcasts Worth A Listen In 2025
Jump on the true crime bandwagon, hit play, and start bingeing these must-listen podcasts.
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Sick Of Checking Rotten Tomatoes? Here’s 25 Top-Rated Movies On Netflix To Stream Right Now
If you're looking for the best of the best, these are the top-rated movies available on Netflix.
TV & Movies
The Most Terrifying True Crime Docos On Hayu
From serial killers to unsolved mysteries that will have you pulling on your detective hat (and leaving the lights on at night), we’ve rounded up the very best true crime documentaries for your cold, dark heart.
TV & Movies
49 Of The Best Crime Shows On Netflix In 2025 (December Edition)
If there’s one genre we can’t get enough of for a binge session, it’s crime. From gripping detective dramas to chilling serial killer series, these 32 Netflix crime shows will have you hooked.
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52 Of The Best Movies On Stan Right Now (December 2025)
Pass the popcorn—these are the best new movies to stream on Stan right now.
Entertainment
37 Of The Best TV Shows On SBS On Demand Right Now (December 2025)
Discover your next favorite show with our roundup of the best TV series currently streaming on SBS On Demand, Australia’s top free drama platform. From dark comedies to investigative thrillers, explore over 11,000 hours of bingeable content without the monthly subscription fees.
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The Best New Movies To Watch At The Cinema In 2025 (December Edition)
At Urban List, we believe that the best new movies should be seen on the big screen—IMAX for blockbusters, cineplex recliners for epic features, and indies with feature-length wine pours for an arthouse.
Entertainment
The Best Thrillers On Netflix To Get Your Heart Racing This Weekend (December 2025)
From crime thrillers to suspenseful Christmas terrorist plots, the best thrillers are now streaming on Netflix.
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43 Of The Best Netflix Documentaries To Watch In November 2025
We've rounded up the best Netflix documentaries you need to watch right now. From the intriguing to the shocking, it’s all here.
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40 Of The Best Movies And Series To Stream On HBO Max Australia
Here are the best movies and TV series to stream on HBO Max Australia.
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Still Not Over Squid Game? Check Out These Awesome Korean TV Shows On Netflix Right Now
From heartwarming romances to gripping thrillers, these are the best Korean dramas on Netflix in 2025.
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56 Of The Best Shows And Movies On Disney Plus Australia (December 2025 Edition)
Kick back and dive into the best Disney+ has to offer in Australia and New Zealand for 2025.
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49 Of The Best Shows On Stan To Stream This Week (December 2025)
The search for the perfect Stan binge never ends. To make it easier, we've rounded up the best shows to stream on Stan in 2025.
Podcasts & Books
14 Of The Best Book Club Books To Get The Literary Chat Flowing In 2025
From page-turners to tearjerkers, these are the best books for book club with big feelings, bold opinions, and plenty to unpack.
Entertainment
Notes From The GOAT: Your Guide To Summer Streaming
GOAT-approved flicks, matching snacks and our favourite moments to recap. Here’s what we’re watching—and what you should be too.
Entertainment
Notes From The Goat: 6 Summer Streams You’ll Actually Want To Watch
We've handed the mic to Paramount+'s The Goat to share his must-watch shows for summer.
TV & Movies
61 Of The Best Shows On Netflix Australia Right Now (December 2025)
Your trusty Entertainment Editor's monthly recommendations to save the hours of trailer-surfing.
Things To Do
Cameras At The Ready—These Are The Best LA Hot Spots For A Star-Sighting In 2025
Known for its sprawling mansions, thriving entertainment industry and palm-studded streets, Los Angeles is a natural celebrity habitat.
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Swap Glass Slippers For Pointe Shoes At This Fresh Take On Cinderella
WA Ballet is trading glass slippers for satin pointe shoes to give the world’s most famous fairytale a 1930s twist.
News
Sync Your Watches, Set Times Are Confirmed For Spilt Milk Festival 2025
Mega Australian music festival Spilt Milk has just dropped the official set times for its highly-anticipated return in December, 2025. And we've got them right here.
Entertainment
All The Updates You Need For Blackpink’s Deadline Tour
Whether you're a Blink or tagging along for the vibes, here’s how to make the most of BLACKPINK’s Singapore concert in November 2025 without missing a beat.
Things To Do
Melbourne Queer Film Festival Is Back With Celebrity Guests, Primo Parties And Future Camp Classics
Australia’s flagship celebration of queer film, Melbourne Queer Film Festival (MQFF) has announced a jam-packed special anniversary program for the summer of 2025.
TV & Movies
The Brand-New Aussie Drama Dear Life Premieres on Stan on New Year’s Day
Oh, we do love a good old emotional rollercoaster series every now and again.
Music
Presale For Reneé Rapp’s ‘Bite Me’ Tour Starts This Week (And She’s Added A Second Sydney Show)
Bold, brave, and unapologetically outspoken, Reneé’s going to fit in just fine in 'Straya. And just as well, because she’s just announced her first-ever Aussie tour dates in 2026 (plus a cheeky extra show for Sydney).
Music
Deftones To Tour Australia And New Zealand For The First Time In Almost A Decade
Deftones have announced a full arena tour across Australia and New Zealand, and they're bringing Interpol with them.
Travel
Why A Sunshine Coast Escape Should Be Your Next Holiday
Your go-to guide for maximising a trip to the Sunshine Coast
Gifts
15 Amazing Summer Reads To Gift The Bookworm In Your Life
Here are 15 brilliant books we’ll be both reading and giving this silly season.
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Listen Up, These Are The Best Headphones And Earbuds To Shop In 2025
Your go-to guide on the best headphones and earbuds to buy in 2025.
Podcasts & Books
Too Busy To Read? Here’s 26 Of The Best Australian Podcasts Worth Listening To Right Now
Skip the search and dive into 26 of the best Australian podcasts for 2025. With a week's worth of listening, you'll be entertained and inspired.
TV & Movies
The Devil Wears Prada 2 Trailer Just Dropped—And It’s Giving Runway Revenge
Gloves off, Louboutins on. The first teaser for The Devil Wears Prada 2 just landed, and it’s already giving fans everything they hoped for.
Travel
Cynthia Ervio’s Hosting A Wicked Real Life Visit To Elphaba’s Forest Retreat
20 outlandishly lucky fans will score the once-in-a-lifetime op to explore the magical Ozian forest from Wicked with Cynthia Ervio herself.
News
Grammy-Nominated Rockers Amyl And The Sniffers Are Playing A Free Gig At Fed Square This Friday
Get ready to rock, Melbourne: Amyl and The Sniffers are back for a surprise hometown show this Friday. And it’s entirely free. For one night, they’ll bring their infamous and unapologetic raw rock spirit to the heart of Melbourne to electrify the stage at Fed Square.
Things To Do
The New Nightlife Rule: Why We’re Ditching Screens For Real Connection
From secret supper clubs to underground raves, the message is clear: it’s time to put down your phone and dive headfirst into real-life connection, flavour, and vibes.
TV & Movies
Jimmy Barnes’ Working Class Boy Sequel Drops Next Week—Here’s Everything We Know
The Australian corner of the internet is abuzz with news of Jimmy Barnes’s latest bare-all documentary.
Features
Dusty Boots And Disco Balls: What’s Behind Australia’s Country Comeback?
We’re saddling up and showing you how to ride the wave of the country revival, Aussie style.
Entertainment
A Scrubs Reboot Is Officially On Its Way In 2026—Here’s Everything We Know
Yep, after some TikTok sneak peaks, it’s really happening—Scrubs is making a comeback. Creator Bill Lawrence (aka the genius behind Ted Lasso) is back on board, and the reboot isn’t a total do-over—it’s a continuation of the OG story.
Entertainment
Keli Holiday’s New Record Capital Fiction Will Reintroduce The Loved-Up Rockstar To The World
Fresh off the release of his new single Ecstasy, the musician shares the inspiration behind the new album's romantic ballads and synthy dance bops and why he handed over the record release schedule to his fans.
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22 Of The Best Cookbooks That Every Home Chef Needs
We've found the best cookbooks so you'll never have to eat out again. Kind of.
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15 Christmas Playlists Worth Rocking Out To This Year
Deck the halls with sounds of Michael Bublé and the Queen of Christmas—Mariah Carey.
TV & Movies
13 Of The Best Scary Movies and Shows to Watch for Halloween 2025
Trick or treat yourself to the best Halloween movies to stream this spooky season.
Entertainment
Loved Eddington? Here Are 9 More A24 Films To Watch Right Now
Whether it’s horror, crime or coming of age, A24 films just hit different—each flick spawning a ride-or-die following, endless memes and countless mood boards. Grab some popcorn because we've rounded up some of our favourite A24 films.
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Dust Off The Studded Belts: 5 Seconds Of Summer Announce EVERYONE’S A STAR! World Tour 2026
Bust out the checkerboard Vans and smudge-proof eyeliner: Australia’s favourite pop-punk exports, 5 Seconds of Summer, are coming home.
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Ready to Scare Yourself Silly? Score Free Tickets to IT: Welcome to Derry’s Split Scream Experience
Whether you’re obsessed with IT, love a good old scare, or are the long-suffering partner or bestie of a full-blown horror fiend, this one-night-only immersive experience brought to you by Stephen King & HBO Max should definitely be on your radar.
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The Full Good Things 2025 Festival Set Times Have Just Dropped
Be still, our emo beating hearts. Good Things Festival has released the full playing times for its 2025 tour.
Entertainment
Transcendental Rock Band Tool Has Announced Two Massive Side Shows For 2025
Prepare your earplugs (and your chakras) because Tool have just announced they’ll be playing two massive arena sideshows this summer, alongside their headline slot at Good Things Festival 2025
Entertainment
Stop Everything–Bridgerton Season 4 Is Coming To Netflix In 2026
If the lack of romance, scandal, and gloriously ridiculous pomp since Bridgerton’s last instalment in 2024 has left you feeling bereft, lost, and lacking a purpose in life, you’re definitely not alone. You might also be glad to know that filming just wrapped on Season 4, with a release date set for next year (yay).
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Bridgerton Season 4 Is Coming, Here’s 20 Other Smutty Regency Dramas To Binge Right Now
Bridgerton Season 4 is coming, here's what to watch while you wait.
Guest Editors
“The Art Becomes The Artifact”: Meg Washington And Nick Waterman On Telling Australian Stories
The creative couple and long-time collaborators have always been drawn to movies and music that hold a mirror up to who we are as Australians—the good, the bad, the fraught, the collective.
Entertainment
Obsessed With Wednesday? Here’s 9 More Jenna Ortega Roles That’ll Hook You
Obsessed with Jenna Ortega? Find out what type of fan you really are.
Entertainment
The Anaconda Movie Trailer Has Dropped—And It Looks Every Bit As Ridiculous As We Hoped
Keen-eyed Aussies will be able to spot several local landmarks like Purling Brook Falls, Tambourine Mountain, and the Gold Coast rainforest and hinterland in general. Terrifyingly massive man-eating snake-beast aside, this could be great hiking inspo for your next Queensland getaway.
Entertainment
Call Your Dad: The Red Hot Summer 2026 Tour Line-Up Has Dropped, And It’s Massive
The Red Hot Summer Tour 2025 hasn’t even arrived yet, but Red Hot Summer 2026 is already preheating: Paul Kelly has been announced as the headliner of the touring music festival on a run of dates between January and March 2026, with an all-Aussie lineup, including Missy Higgins and The Cruel Sea.
Entertainment
Stop What You’re Doing: The Mandalorian And Grogu Movie Trailer Has Just Dropped, And It Looks Epic
If you just can’t get enough of the Star Wars universe, you’ve probably been champing at the bit to see the new The Mandalorian and Grogu movie. And, while you’ll have to wait until May 22, 2026, for the full movie, you can get your Star Wars fix with the brand-new The Mandalorian and Grogu trailer right now.
Shopping
5 Reasons You Should Consider Investing In An eBike
No, it's not just you—eBikes are everywhere right now.
Entertainment
The Summer I Turned Pretty Movie Is Officially In The Works—Here’s Everything We Know
If you’ve been absolutely devo about the end of the smash hit TV romance drama that’s all but broken the internet, you can stop sobbing and breathe a huge sigh of relief because a The Summer I Turned Pretty movie is officially happening.
Entertainment
The Rock’s ‘The Smashing Machine’ Is Raw, Emotional and Totally Unexpected
The film industry has fallen head over heels for Dwayne Johnson’s performance in his latest movie, The Smashing Machine.
Things To Do
Chappell Roan Is Headlining Laneway Festival 2026
Laneway Festival 2026 lineup brings Chappell Roan, Wolf Alice, PinkPantheress, BENEE & more to stages across Australia and New Zealand.
Entertainment
It’s Murder On The Dancefloor, Officially: Sophie Ellis-Bextor Is Touring Australia In 2026
Dust off your disco pants, because British pop icon Sophie Ellis-Bextor has just announced that she’s bringing her brand of glossy disco pop back to the land Down Under this summer–but you better not steal the moves.
Music
The Coachella 2026 Lineup Just Dropped, And We’re Losing Our Minds
The Coachella line-up just dropped, and it's absolutely bonkers.
Entertainment
Infamous Psych-Rockers The Brian Jonestown Massacre To Tour Australia and NZ In 2026
Psychedelic legends The Brian Jonestown Massacre are heading back to Australia in March 2026. Led by the mercurial Anton Newcombe, BJM have been bending minds since the early ‘90s with their hypnotic mix of garage rock, shoegaze and psychedelia. Now they're back.
Entertainment
26 Best Shows And Movies On Prime Video Australia To Watch Right Now (October 2025)
Because there's no such thing as binge-watching too many shows! Here are the best Prime Video shows and movies to stream this winter.
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Need A New TV Fix? Brand-New Feel-Good Aussie Series, Top End Bub Premieres This Week On Prime Video
If you’re looking for something warm and fuzzy with plenty of heartwarming drama along the way, Top End Bub has eight episodes of home-grown goodness just waiting for you to binge.
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Entertainment
Only Murders Season 5 Just Dropped, Here’s What We Know So Far
From the epic 'whodunit' twists and slapstick ridiculousness to heartwarming friendships and an absolutely stonking list of guest stars, there’s so much to look forward to in Season 5 of Only Murders In The Building.
Things To Do
CMC Rocks QLD Just Dropped A Killer 2026 Lineup: Here’s Everything You Need To Know
CMC Rocks QLD’s back for 2026, and boy, are we geared up for this one.
Entertainment
Here’s Everything You Need to Know About The Ticketmaster Face Value Exchange
What’s the go with Ticketmaster’s Face Value Exchange? And how can you use it to score tickets for a sold-out event, or offload tickets that you can no longer use? Here’s everything you need to know.
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A Bluey Movie Is Hitting Australian Cinemas In 2027, Here’s What You Need To Know
For those of you who can’t get enough of Bluey, Bingo, Mum, Dad, and all their friends, the Bluey movie will be released in Australian cinemas in 2027. Here's everything we know so far.
News
Everything You Need To Know About Apple’s Three New iPhones Including Singapore Launch Dates
Mark your calendars because Friday, September 19 is about to feel like Christmas morning for tech lovers. Apple’s gone and launched not one, not two, but three brand-new iPhones, and each one is coming for our wallets in a different way.
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Olivia Dean Down Under Again: 2026 Australia and NZ Tour Announced
Olivia Dean is returning Down Under in October 2026 to kick off our spring season with her honey-sweet vocals and soul-filled lyrics. Touring her upcoming album The Art of Loving, the singer has just announced her Australia and New Zealand tour dates. Here are all the details.
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A Tribute To Teamwork: Chivas Regal And Scuderia Ferrari HP Launch New Film
Drivers usually take the centre stage, but every lap is a team effort, both on and off the track.
TV & Movies
Love 10 Things I Hate About You? Here Are 13 Iconic Heath Ledger Movies To Watch Right Now
From The Dark Knight to Brokeback Mountain and Ned Kelly, here are the best Heath Ledger movies to watch right now.
Entertainment
From Interstellar To The Dark Knight: Where To Watch Christopher Nolan Movies In Australia
Are you in the mood to rewatch Interstellar for the twentieth time?
Things To Do
Doja Cat Is Coming To Singapore On Dec 10: Here’s What You Need To Know
The queen of pop-rap herself, Doja Cat, is coming to Singapore later this year with the Ma Vie World Tour.
Entertainment
Love The Castle? Stream These Classic Australian Movies This Weekend
From portaloo to Porpoise Spit, the Aussie film classic brings to mind a bingo card of pure Straya nostalgia.
Entertainment
Doja Cat Is Coming To Australia And New Zealand In 2025: Here’s What You Need To Know
The queen of pop-rap herself, Doja Cat, is coming to Australia and New Zealand later this year with the Ma Vie World Tour.
Things To Do
Dom Dolla, Addison Rae And Kid Cudi Are Headlining The Absolutely Stacked Wildlands Festival Lineup
Your favourite summer festival is returning with big beats, big energy, and big changes.
Features
Australian Rock Stalwarts Bad//Dreems Reflect On Masculinity, Music And HoMie’s New Store Sessions
Off the back of their performance at HoMie's new Tiny Desk-inspired Store Sessions, Bad//Dreems chat to music writer Ben Madden about playing stripped-back music, writing a new record and finding rapport with a certain ilk of Aussie male.
Things To Do
Another 750 Tickets Have Just Dropped To See The Strokes At Harvest Rock 2025
This spring, Harvest Rock will make its much-anticipated return to Rymill & King Rodney Parks / Murlawirrapurka & Ityamai-Itpina, and the two-day music, food and wine festival has just unleashed a monster lineup that’ll have you booking annual leave before you get to the end of this article.
Entertainment
New Acts Announced For Singapore Grand Prix 2025: Lewis Capaldi, Clean Bandit And More
It’s official, Elton John, Foo Fighters, Lewis Capaldi, Alan Walker, G-Dragon, CL and more stars are set to headline the Singapore Grand Prix. Here’s who else you can expect to see.
Things To Do
The Wednesday Cast Is Taking Over Cockatoo Island Ahead Of Season 2—And You’re Invited
To celebrate the highly anticipated new season, the cast (and outcasts) are being summoned to Sydney for Wednesday Island, a one-night-only, gloriously gothic fan festival taking over Cockatoo Island.
Things To Do
Mark Your Calendars. It’s Official, CORE Is Coming To Australia In 2026
Get ready to ditch your summer holiday plans, Tomorrowland spin-0ff CORE is officially coming to Melbourne.
Entertainment
Kendrick Lamar Has Added Extra Sydney and Melbourne Shows With Doechii To His Grand National Tour
After selling out in record time, today, it was announced that the Pulitzer Prize-winning rapper will be adding extra Sydney and Melbourne shows to his December tour.
TV & Movies
The Best Food Shows on Netflix That’ll Make You Seriously Hungry
Craving something binge-worthy? Discover the best food shows on Netflix, from Chef’s Table to Somebody Feed Phil.