From Staff Reports
November is lining up as one of the biggest months of the year for streaming on Netflix. Two major original titles anchor the month: Frankenstein, arriving on November 7, and Stranger Things Season 5 Volume 1 on November 26. These big‑budget productions signal Netflix’s continued push to deliver headline‑making entertainment.
Related: Everything streaming in October.
First, Frankenstein is filmmaker Guillermo del Toro’s take on the Mary Shelley classic. Michael Isaac stars as Victor Frankenstein, Jacob Elordi as the creature, and Mia Goth rounds out the central cast. The November premiere follows a limited theatrical release in mid‑October, with a streaming exclusive soon after.
Mid‑month brings Last Samurai Standing on November 13, a high‑stakes Japanese series where hundreds of warriors fight in a battle‑royale setting during Japan’s Meiji era. It’s a striking example of Netflix’s global‑first content strategy.
Finally, the month culminates with Stranger Things Season 5 — the most anticipated title of the year. Volume 1 drops November 26, followed by additional volumes in December and early January. It wraps up the saga of Hawkins with style, promising a major event for loyal fans.
Also earlier in the month, The Vince Staples Show Season 2 arrives on November 6, adding a comedic counterpoint to the heavier fare. With this slate, Netflix balances variety: gothic horror, international action, serial drama and comedy.
Subscribers should keep tabs on drop dates and stay ready for a tightly packed month of new content. Turn‑on‑the‑TV night just got a major upgrade.
Calendar of shows and movies coming to Netflix in November 2025:
| Date |
Title |
Notes |
| Nov 6 |
The Vince Staples Show — Season 2 |
Satirical comedy series following Vince Staples — six‑episode new run. |
| Nov 7 |
Frankenstein (movie) |
Directed by Guillermo del Toro, Netflix original adaptation of Mary Shelley’s classic. |
| Nov 13 |
Last Samurai Standing |
Japanese action series arriving on November 13, blending historical drama and battle‑royale tension. |
| Nov 26 |
Stranger Things — Season 5, Volume 1 |
First part of the final season of the fan‑favorite series. |
