OTT releases this week: New movies and shows streaming on Netflix, Prime Video and JioHotstar

OTT releases this week, from Maddock universe's horror to Tron's another installment, there is something for every type of film viewers. This is the one-stop guide which will take you through all this week's major OTT releases and a possible watchlist for your weekend.

Thamma (Amazon Prime Video, December 2)

A fantasy-horror-comedy blending romance, mythology and supernatural drama, where a journalist’s life tilts after meeting a mysterious woman from an ancient vampire-myth clan.


Cast: Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Paresh Rawal
Why watch: Big-star cast with horror + comedy + romance in the expanding “Maddock Horror Comedy Universe.”

Dies Irae (JioHotstar, December 5)

A 2025 Malayalam horror-thriller from director Rahul Sadasivan, exploring dread, darkness and atmospheric terror.

Cast: Pranav Mohanlal
Why watch: A gothic horror thriller with strong cinematography and a director known for horror-drama sensibilities.

Kuttram Purindhavan (Sony LIV, December 5, 2025)

A Tamil crime thriller about a retired pharmacist drawn back into danger when a missing-girl case reopens old wounds.

Cast: Pasupathy, Vidaarth, Lizzie Antony (Lakshmi Priyaa Chandramouli), Ajith Koshy, Munnar Ramesh.
Crew: Directed by RK Selvamani (also credited as Selvamani Muniyappan in some sources) under Happy Unicorn and Aqubulls banners.
Why watch: A gritty crime-drama with seasoned actors and a layered missing-person narrative, likely to appeal to thriller fans.

Stephen (Netflix, December 5, 2025)

A Tamil psychological-crime thriller about a man who confesses to multiple murders, leading investigators into a web of lies, guilt and madness.

Cast: Gomathi Shankar (title role), Michael Thangadurai, Smruthi Venkat, Namo Narayana, among others
Crew: Directed by Mithun Balaji, written by Mithun Balaji & Gomathi Shankar, produced by Jayakumar & Mohan (JM Production House)
Why watch: Dark, introspective thriller exploring psyche and crime, likely to engage fans of slow-burn, psychological drama.

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The Girlfriend (Netflix, December 5, 2025)

A Telugu-language romantic drama about a relationship that turns coercive and dangerous, centering on womanhood, self-realisation and difficult emotional decisions.

Cast: Rashmika Mandanna (Bhooma Devi), Dheekshith Shetty (Vikram “Vicky”), Anu Emmanuel (Durga), Rao Ramesh, Rohini.
Crew: Written & directed by Rahul Ravindran; music by Hesham Abdul Wahab; cinematography by Krishnan Vasant; editing by Chota K. Prasad.
Why watch: Known names like Rashmika Mandanna & Dheekshith Shetty, and a storyline about relationships gone awry that promises emotional intensity.

The Great Pre-Wedding Show (ZEE5, December 5, 2025)

A Telugu-language comedy-drama about a small-town photographer whose life unravels after losing the memory card from a pre-wedding shoot for a powerful couple. His desperate attempts to fix his mistake lead to unpredictable chaos.

Cast: Thiruveer (as Ramesh, the photographer), Teena Sravya, Narendra Ravi, Yamini Nageswar.
Crew: Written & directed by Rahul Srinivas Lukalapu; music by Suresh Bobbili; cinematography by K. Soma Sekhar; edited by Naresh Adupa.
Why watch: A fresh rural-comedy with relatable characters and a socially rooted storyline, ideal for viewers who enjoy light-hearted smashups of humor and drama.

Tron: Ares (Amazon Prime Video, December 2, 2025 )

The 2025 instalment of the iconic sci-fi franchise; a digital program named Ares enters the real world, marking the first human/AI confrontation — a high-budget sci-fi-action spectacle.

Cast: Jared Leto, Greta Lee, Evan Peters, Jodie Turner-Smith, Hasan Minhaj, Arturo Castro, Gillian Anderson, Jeff Bridges (among others)
Why watch: Visually arresting with Light-Cycle chases, cutting-edge VFX and a mix of sci-fi and action, a big-screen spectacle for franchise fans.

My Secret Santa (Netflix, December 3, 2025)

A 2025 holiday-season romantic comedy: a single mother disguises herself as an elderly man to get hired as a Santa at a ski resort, chaos, comedy, love and secrets follow.

Cast: Alexandra Breckenridge (Taylor Jacobson / Hugh “Santa” Mann), Ryan Eggold (Matthew Layne), Tia Mowry (Natasha Burton), Madison MacIsaac (Zoey), Diana Maria Riva, Barry Levy, others.
Crew: Directed by Michael Rohl, written by Carley Smale & Ron Oliver, produced by Howard & Alexander Braunstein.
Why watch: Family-oriented festive rom-com, with disguise-based comedy and a hopeful holiday storyline, a contrast to thrillers and dramas in the new release lineup.

Griffin in Summer (JioHotstar, December 2)

Coming-of-age drama about a 14-year-old playwright whose adolescent crush blurs boundaries, imbued with youthful confusion and intensity, by writer-director Nicholas Colia.

Cast: Everett Blunck, Melanie Lynskey, Owen Teague, Abby Ryder Fortson
Why watch: A sensitive teen drama offering psychological nuance and emotional coming-of-age and a slice-of-life film with depth.

Matt Rife: Unwrapped – A Christmas Crowd Work Special (Netflix, December 2, 2025)

A festive stand-up/comedy special where comedian Matt Rife engages live audience members with improvised jokes about holiday gifts, family traditions, and seasonal chaos.

Cast: Matt Rife only (as himself).
Crew & Production: Directed by Erik Griffin; produced by Rife’s company Carpe Noctem in partnership with Avesta Entertainment and Above Average.
Why watch: It brings Rife’s signature crowd-work style to a holiday-themed special — unscripted interaction, unpredictable audience humour, and stand-up energy tailored for Christmas season.

With Love, Meghan: Holiday Celebration (Netflix, December 3, 2025)

A festive holiday special featuring Meghan Markle, sharing holiday traditions, cooking, crafting, and cozy celebrations at her home in Montecito, California. The episode offers a warm look at seasonal recipes, décor and DIY gift ideas.

Cast: Meghan Markle (host). Guest appearances by chef Tom Colicchio, tennis star Naomi Osaka, restaurateur Will Guidara, and friends including Kelly Zajfen and Lindsay Roth.
Production: From production houses Archewell Productions and The Intellectual Property Corporation (IPC).
Why watch: A relaxed, feel-good lifestyle special, great for holiday vibes, easy entertainment, and inspiration for festive home celebrations.