5 upcoming Netflix shows in November 2025 we can’t wait to watch

Netflix is all set to release some of its best shows this November 2025, and indeed, viewers can't wait to watch. Netflix's November release slate is covering a variety of themes this time. From a rapper or actor struggling with artistic fame to a historical drama following a high-profile assassination. November Netflix releases have something worthwhile to watch for everyone.

The slate also covers shows with dark themes, as the viewers can witness narratives around grief, loss, and tragedy merging with psychological thriller genres and murder mysteries. Here is the list of the top 5 Netflix shows you must watch this November.

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Here are the top 5 shows Netflix is releasing in November 2025

The Vince Staples Show Season 2

As the title suggests, the show stars Vince Staples playing a fictional version of himself and portrays him dealing with fame and identity, along with some absurd life moments of being a known rapper and actor. Season 2 is releasing on November 6, 2025, on Netflix and begins showcasing the aftermath of the tragic death of his uncle. He is on an offbeat road trip journey in search of "inner Peace".

If you like this theme and want to watch a satirical comedy drama with sharp humor involved, this should be your next watch.

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Death by Lightning

Death by Lightning is a US historical drama which follows President James A Garfield's brief time of office and his sudden assassination. The show explores the personal and political forces that led to his tragic death. His assassin turns out to be Charles J Guiteau and is shown in a state of obsession.

If you like period dramas and themes like power and society, this could be your watch this November, as it is releasing on the 6th of the month.

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The Beast in Me

The series revolves around the author Aggie Wiggs, who is suffering after the tragic death of her young son. She is completely vanishing into her grief, and that is when a mysterious neighbor arrives, who is a real estate mogul. He was once a prime suspect for his wife's disappearance and is influential and powerful. Aggie gets to know about him, gets obsessed with him, and journeys on to hunt the truth while running from her own loneliness.

All eight episodes are dropping on November 13, 2025. You must watch if you are into mind games, psychological drama, and crime stories.

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Stranger Things – Season 5

The most anticipated and popular show's season 5 is coming this November on Netflix. Stranger Things season 5 is going to be the final season of this major US sci-fi horror show. The characters in town, Hawkins, are dealing with threats both supernatural and personal.

The season is dropping in parts, with volume 1 coming on November 26, 2025, and further episodes on December 25, while the finale will hit on December 31.

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The Bad Guys Breaking In

This is going to be the prequel to the Bad Guys film and features the OG animal crew in the times when they were not that bad. The show portrays the crew's journey when they wanted recognition among the underworld and tried some heists while failing hilariously at being bad.

The release is scheduled for November 6, 2025, on Netflix and starts in a time before the events we see in the film. If you are someone who likes animated comedy and is also a Bad Guys world fan, this should be a must-watch.

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Therefore, it’s safe to say that the platform caters to a wide range of audiences, from fans of psychological thrillers to those who enjoy comedy and dark humor. Its exciting November lineup stands as proof of that versatility.