Netflix Philippines: What’s New This December 2019
With the year coming to a close, Netflix surprises us one last time with these binge-worthy shows perfect for the holiday vacation. From heartwarming Christmas stories to a tale of love that will outlast time itself–this month’s releases will provide you with something that everyone in the family will enjoy.
Without further ado, here are some of the Netflix releases to close 2019!
A Christmas Prince: The Royal Baby
It’s finally Christmas time in Aldovia and apart from the excitement of the season, the coming of a royal baby only adds to the festivities. King Richard and Queen Amber are getting ready to take some time off in order to prepare for their first child but before they can take the load off, they must first host King Tai and Queen Ming of Penglia to renew a 600-year-old truce. In a horrific turn of events, a snowstorm hits Aldovia on Christmas Eve and the treaty goes missing. Queen Amber only has until midnight to figure out who the thief is for the safety of her family and all of Aldovia.
Release Date: December 5
Running Time: 1hr 24minutes
Cast: Rose McIver, Ben Lamb, Sarah Douglas
Marriage Story
Marriage Story is the incisive and compassionate interpretation of marriage by Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Noah Baumbach. The film narrates marriage, breaking-up and the struggle of a family to stay together amidst all the hardships that come their way.
Release Date: December 6
Running Time: 2hrs 16minutes
Cast: Scarlett Johansson, Adam Driver, Merritt Wever
The Prince of Tennis ~Match! Tennis Juniors~: Season 1
The Prince of Tennis ~Match! Tennis Juniors~ is the Chinese live-action adaptation of the well-loved Japanese anime and manga series of the same name. The story follows the story of a tennis whiz who excels in the court while juggling the challenges of being a player with school work and motivating his teammates. What follows is an inspiring and feel-good story of friendship, camaraderie and tennis action that will not only touch the heart but also amaze and inspire.
Release Date: December 7
Episodes: TBA
Cast: Peng Yuchang, Dong Li, Zhang Yijie
A Family Reunion Christmas
The M’Dear’s sisters get together and nobody’s holding back the punches. They even argue over performing at the Church’s Christmas Service! A Family Reunion is a family drama that will surely give you a few laughs and tears this holiday season!
Release Date: December 9
Running Time: TBA
Cast: Loretta Devine, Tia Mowry-Hardrict, Anthony Alabi
Goblin: The Lonely and Great God
In the modern era, a Goblin has been roaming the earth for 900 years. He has been cursed by a God and his mortality, which the Goblin despises the most, can only be removed by his human bride. However, after the removal of the curse, the Goblin will turn into dust.
The story of this well-loved Korean Drama begins with the Goblin meeting his bride while a Grim Reaper comes after her soul. However, as love begins to blossom between the Goblin and his bride, fate has other plans for the cursed creature.
Release Date: December 10
Episodes: 16
Cast: Yoo Gong, Go-eun Kim, Dong-Wook Lee
Steven Universe: Season 4
In the fourth season of Steven Universe, the titular character and the Crystal Gems take audiences to new heights as the season brings viewers further into the animated universe. This season puts focus on all Crystal Gems as they go on adventures with Steven and help him save the day in more surprising ways than one!
Release Date: December 15
Episodes: 25
Cast: Zach Callison, Deedee Magno, Michaela Dietz
Turbo
After an accident bestows him with the power of super-speed, the snail Turbo embarks on a journey to achieve the impossible–to compete in the Indianapolis 500, the world’s fastest race. Turbo, along with his streetwise snail crew, puts his heart and shell into proving that no dream is impossible.
Release Date: December 16
Running Time: 1hr 36minutes
Cast: Ryan Reynolds, Paul Giamatti, Maya Rudolph
In Good Company
Originally released in 2004, the film follows Dan, an executive who learns that his company is being restructured and that he is being demoted. His replacement is the 26-year-old Carter. Dan and Carter both establish a healthy working relationship until Carter begins a relationship with Dan’s daughter Alex, which ultimately tests their own working relationship.
Release Date: December 16
Running Time: 1hr 49minutes
Cast: Dennis Quaid, Topher Grace, Scarlett Johansson
Terrace House: Tokyo 2019-2020: Part 2
As the second part of the fifth installment of Terrace House, the residents of the aforementioned house are taken to newer terrains as they not only get to know each other but also get to know themselves in the process of finding love within the confines of the house. The residents promise an exciting mix as a basketball player, a mangaka (manga author) and a professional wrestler take their place into this slice of life series.
Release Date: December 24
Episodes: 12
Cast: You, Reina Triendl, Yoshimi Tokui, Azusa Babazono
The Secret Life of Pets 2
The playful Max gets a major change in his life as his owner Katie gets married and now has a child. While going on a trip to the countryside, Max meets the farm dog Rooster and together, they attempt to overcome his fears. Meanwhile, Gidget goes on a mission to rescue Max’s favorite toy from a cat-packed apartment and the adventurous Snowball embarks on a mission to set free a white tiger named Hu from the cages of a circus.
Release Date: December 27
Running Time: 1hr 26minutes
Cast: Patton Oswalt, Kevin Hart, Harrison Ford
Which of this month’s releases are you excited for? Don’t forget to share them with us below!
