Christmas Day has become one of the biggest entertainment moments of the year — not just for family classics, but also for major sports events and blockbuster streaming releases. Whether you’re hosting guests or winding down after dinner, here’s what to plan your festive TV lineup around this year.
Stranger Things continues with Episodes 5–7 of its final season on Netflix, premiering Thursday, December 25, at 8:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM CT. Episode 8 will release on New Year’s Eve, making Christmas the perfect mid-season binge.
Three NFL games bring football action to Christmas:
Basketball fans can enjoy a full slate of NBA games, all in Central Time for Texas viewers:
For lighter fare between games or before Stranger Things, cozy up with these new releases:
Netflix Holiday Options:
With live sports, major streaming releases like Stranger Things, and family favorites, December 25, 2025, offers something for every kind of viewer, whether you’re cheering courtside, binging sci‑fi, or snuggling up for a holiday classic.
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