Premieres Wednesday:
Fallout — The apocalypse is truly upon us in Season 2, with a storyline that takes us to what’s left of Las Vegas and makes room for new cast member Justin Theroux. We’ll also find out what caused the great conflagration in the first place, although my money is on either Las Vegas or Justin Theroux. (Prime Video)
Murder in Monaco — For years, it’s been believed that the penthouse fire that claimed the life of billionaire banker Edmond Safra was set by a male nurse with a very specific set of grievances. This documentary isn’t so sure, poring over the available evidence to examine equally valid possibilities. Just checking: Netflix doesn’t own Beavis, right? (Netflix)
What’s in the Box? — Neil Patrick Harris hosts a game show that has contestants answering trivia questions to win the contents of some mysterious prize packages. They really dropped the ball by not having Kevin Spacey host this one, because it would be nice to be able to go back to talking about Gwyneth Paltrow’s head instead of her hoo-ha for a change. (Netflix)
Premieres Thursday:
Emily in Paris — Our heroine seeks professional and romantic fulfillment in Rome in Season 5, although show creator Darren Star promises that doesn’t mean the series will be abandoning the French focus of its title. I mean, it’s not like being intercontinental is an entirely new concept to the audience, given how many of them have their primary residence in Titusville but summer in Starke. (Netflix)
Premieres Friday:
Born to Be Wild — Hugh Bonneville narrates a nature series that profiles six endangered animals that were born in civilization but are destined to return to their untamed roots. You know, just like what happened to Miley! (Apple TV)
Breakdown: 1975 — Jodie Foster talks us through a loving documentary tribute to the cinematic renaissance of the 1970s, which turned social upheaval into timeless art. Meanwhile, the world is currently collapsing with a speed that would make Travis Bickle gasp, and all we’re getting out of it is Marriage Story memes. (Netflix)
Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day — Jake Paul’s planned November bout against Gervonta Davis was called off when the latter was hit with some nasty domestic assault allegations, but Paul is bouncing back by going up against two-time world heavyweight champ and British Olympian Anthony Joshua. Joshua appears to have a clean record regarding his romantic affairs, although he’s been busted for weed and dogged by claims he subscribes to a philosophy of Black supremacy. Then again, I’m sure he has his bad points as well. (Netflix)
Premieres Monday:
Elway — Legendary quarterback John Elway looks back on his life both on and off the field in a documentary that’s already earned high marks from former teammate Karl Mecklenburg. “His single-minded focus on winning the Super Bowl is what stood out to me and really separated John from most players, including me,” Mecklenburg admitted. So what were you doing all those years, Karl? Angling for a FIFA peace prize? (Netflix)
Premieres Tuesday:
King of Collectibles: The Goldin Touch — Season 3 finds Ken Goldin’s auction house under the umbrella of eBay and branching out into comic books and movie props. Which is a progression almost anyone can relate to this Christmas, especially if you’ve been hawking your organs on Mercari. (Netflix)
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This article appears in Dec. 17-23, 2025.