
Lots of movies are leaving Netflix this December, so subscribers should start planning what to watch now! The list includes popular franchises like Transformers and Back to the Future, as well as many comedies and family films. These titles are leaving because of expiring licensing deals throughout the month. This guide tells you exactly which movies are going and when they’ll be removed from Netflix.
‘Austin Powers in Goldmember’ (2002)

Mike Myers is back as the hilarious spy in the third Austin Powers movie, but it’s leaving Netflix on December 2nd. In this film, Austin and Foxxy Cleopatra team up to save Austin’s father from Dr. Evil and Goldmember. Their mission takes them to 1975, where they must stop a crazy scheme involving a tractor beam and a golden meteor. This movie wraps up the original Austin Powers trilogy, and Mike Myers brilliantly plays several characters, including the villain himself.
‘Edge of Tomorrow’ (2014)

Tom Cruise plays Major William Cage in this sci-fi action movie, released on December 2nd. He’s stuck repeating the same day over and over, forced to fight in a deadly battle against aliens. He joins forces with a skilled Special Forces soldier, played by Emily Blunt, and with each loop, they work together to become better fighters. The film is packed with exciting action and explores themes of destiny and never giving up.
‘Escape Room’ (2019)

When six strangers receive mysterious invitations to play a game for a big cash prize, they quickly realize it’s a fight for survival. The game takes place in a series of rooms filled with dangerous traps designed around their deepest fears and past experiences. To live, they must cooperate, solve complex puzzles, and escape before time runs out. If you’re a horror enthusiast, you can watch this gripping thriller until December 2nd.
‘Game Night’ (2018)

In the movie ‘Game Night,’ Jason Bateman and Rachel McAdams star as a competitive couple whose fun game night unexpectedly turns into a real-life mystery when one of their friends is kidnapped. As they try to solve the case, the friends find themselves caught up in a series of confusing and dangerous situations. You can watch this darkly funny film until December 2nd.
‘Downton Abbey’ (2019)

The popular Crawley family is back in this new movie, continuing the story from the hit TV series. Everyone at their grand estate is buzzing with anticipation and a little stress as they get ready to welcome the King and Queen of England. Both the family and the staff have to manage tricky social rules and personal issues to make the royal visit a success. If you enjoyed the show, don’t miss this film – it will be leaving streaming services on December 2nd.
‘The Dark Tower’ (2017)

Idris Elba plays the last of a legendary gunfighting order in this movie based on Stephen King’s famous book series. He’s fighting a never-ending battle against a mysterious villain known as the Man in Black, who wants to tear down the tower that keeps reality from collapsing. When a boy from our world finds a way into this dangerous realm, he teams up with the Gunslinger to protect both their worlds. You can stream this fantasy adventure film until December 2nd.
‘Beverly Hills Cop III’ (1994)

Eddie Murphy is back as Detroit detective Axel Foley in the latest installment of this funny action series. His investigation takes him to a Los Angeles theme park, where he discovers a counterfeiting operation. To catch the criminals, he has to outsmart the park’s security and navigate all the rides and attractions. If you have a subscription, you can watch Axel Foley solve the case until December 2nd.
‘Kicking and Screaming’ (1995)

Noah Baumbach’s new comedy follows a group of recent college grads who are having trouble growing up. They stick around their college town instead of starting adult lives and careers, and spend their time talking about their fears for the future and how hard it is to leave their college days behind. The film, which captures this feeling of being stuck after graduation, will be leaving Netflix on December 2nd.
‘The Goonies’ (1985)

A close-knit group of friends stumbles upon an old map, launching them into a thrilling quest for the hidden treasure of One-Eyed Willy. Along the way, they’ll face tricky traps and try to outsmart the villainous Fratelli family. Their adventure will challenge their bond and bravery as they race to protect their neighborhood from being taken away. This beloved 80s movie will be leaving the streaming platform on December 2nd.
‘Clueless’ (1995)

Clueless stars Alicia Silverstone as Cher, a popular high schooler who tries to set up her teachers and give a new student a makeover. Her attempts at matchmaking cause some surprising romantic twists and help her learn a lot about herself. This funny movie, full of great fashion and a look at teen life, comes out on December 2nd.
‘Cold Pursuit’ (2019)

Okay, so I just finished watching this really intense thriller with Liam Neeson. He’s a seemingly ordinary snowplow driver, but his world gets completely shattered when his son is killed by a drug cartel. The whole movie is basically him methodically tracking down everyone involved in the crime – it’s a revenge story, plain and simple. It’s a wild ride, honestly, mixing some surprisingly dark humor with really gritty violence, all set against this bleak, snowy backdrop. Just a heads-up though, it’s leaving the streaming service on December 2nd, so if it sounds good, you’ll need to watch it soon!
‘Beverly Hills Cop II’ (1987)

In this exciting sequel, Axel Foley heads back to Beverly Hills to help his friends solve a string of daring robberies called the Alphabet Crimes. Eddie Murphy brings his classic comedic style to the film as his character navigates a tense situation with the local police chief while pursuing a clever group of criminals. Directed by Tony Scott, this installment is available to watch until December 2nd.
‘Beverly Hills Cop’ (1984)

Beverly Hills Cop, the movie that made Eddie Murphy a star, centers around a Detroit police officer investigating his friend’s murder in Beverly Hills. Axel Foley relies on his wit and unconventional tactics to expose a drug ring hidden behind a fancy art gallery. The humor comes from watching this streetwise detective interact with the Beverly Hills police. This action-comedy will no longer be available on Netflix after December 2nd.
‘Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery’ (1997)

Austin Powers, a groovy secret agent from the 1960s, is frozen and then revived in the 1990s to defeat his arch-enemy, Dr. Evil. He struggles to fit into a modern world that doesn’t understand his playful attitude and old-fashioned language. Along with Miss Kensington, he works to stop Dr. Evil from taking over the world with a nuclear bomb. This hilarious parody of spy films will be available on December 2nd.
‘Billy Madison’ (1995)

In this classic comedy, Adam Sandler plays a spoiled hotel heir who needs to convince his dad he’s capable of running the family business. To prove himself, he decides to retake all twelve years of school in just six months! The movie follows the hilarious chaos as he navigates school with much younger students and deals with a business rival. You can stream this early Sandler favorite through December 2nd.
‘Inglourious Basterds’ (2009)

Quentin Tarantino’s latest film reimagines World War II, following a squad of Jewish-American soldiers as they track down Nazis in France. Their story crosses paths with a cinema owner determined to get her own revenge on the German leadership. Several interconnected plots build to a dramatic and explosive finale at a film premiere. This highly praised movie will no longer be available to stream after December 2nd.
‘The Nutty Professor’ (1996)

Okay, so I just saw this Eddie Murphy comedy, and it’s… a lot. He plays Sherman Klump, a really sweet, but larger-than-life genetics professor, and also his total opposite, a slick, arrogant guy named Buddy Love. Sherman invents a formula that lets him switch between the two, and things get predictably chaotic as he tries to navigate dating a colleague while battling these unexpected transformations. It’s a remake of an older film, and honestly, it’s only available to stream until December 2nd, so if you’re curious, you’ll have to catch it soon!
‘Back to the Future Part III’ (1990)

In the thrilling conclusion to the Back to the Future trilogy, Marty McFly journeys to 1885 to rescue Doc Brown from a dangerous outlaw. They race against time to power their time machine using a steam train, all while trying to prevent major changes to history. Along the way, Doc Brown falls in love with a schoolteacher, and Marty finds himself in a risky duel. This beloved film will no longer be available on Netflix after December 2nd.
‘Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me’ (1999)

In this installment, Dr. Evil goes back in time to 1969 and steals Austin Powers’ confidence while Powers is cryogenically frozen. Powers then chases him to the past to get his mojo back and prevent Dr. Evil from using a massive laser on the moon. The movie also introduces the memorable character Mini-Me and stars Heather Graham as Felicity Shagwell. It was released on December 2nd.
‘Back to the Future’ (1985)

In this classic sci-fi adventure, teenager Marty McFly unexpectedly travels thirty years back in time thanks to a DeLorean created by his quirky friend, Doc Brown. Once in the past, Marty meets his young parents and realizes he needs to make sure they fall in love – otherwise, he might disappear! He also has to figure out how to get enough power to send the car back to the future. You can watch this movie until December 2nd.
‘The Happytime Murders’ (2018)

This hilarious and edgy comedy takes place in a world where puppets are treated unfairly. When a famous TV show’s cast starts turning up murdered, a washed-up puppet detective must team up with his old human partner to crack the case. Expect a mix of classic detective story elements, crude jokes, and surprisingly violent puppet action! You can watch it on demand until December 2nd.
‘Wonka’ (2023)

Timothée Chalamet plays a young Willy Wonka in this musical that tells the story of how he became a famous chocolatier. The movie shows Wonka arriving in a European city to start his chocolate business and take on the powerful local candy makers. With creativity and a bit of magic, he overcomes challenges and makes a difference in the lives of others. This fun, family-friendly film will no longer be available on Netflix after December 2nd.
‘Paddington’ (2014)

Paddington, a friendly bear from Peru, moves to London and is welcomed by the Brown family. He tries his best to fit into city life, but his clumsiness often causes funny and chaotic situations. Meanwhile, a taxidermist becomes determined to capture Paddington for her collection. This charming family film will no longer be available starting December 2nd.
‘Back to the Future Part II’ (1989)

Marty and Doc travel to the future – 2015 – to help Marty’s son avoid a big mistake. However, their efforts accidentally create a new reality where the bad guy, Biff Tannen, becomes rich and influential. They then have to go back to 1955 to fix things and put history back on track, all while making sure they don’t run into their past selves. The second movie in the series comes out on December 2nd.
‘E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial’ (1982)

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial is a heartwarming film directed by Steven Spielberg, telling the story of Elliott, a boy who becomes friends with an alien lost on Earth. Elliott and his family work to secretly help the alien get back home, and as they do, a special connection develops between them that they both feel. This beloved movie will no longer be available on the streaming service after December 2nd.
‘Compliance’ (2012)

This gripping thriller is based on a real-life incident where someone pretended to be a police officer and tricked a fast-food manager into wrongly accusing and searching an employee. The movie explores how readily people obey those in positions of power, even when asked to do things that feel wrong. You can watch this disturbing film until December 6th.
‘Gods of Egypt’ (2016)

When the evil god Set takes control of Egypt, the fate of humanity is at risk. A daring young thief joins forces with the mighty god Horus to defeat Set and save the woman he loves. Together, they embark on an epic adventure through the skies and the land of the dead, facing terrifying mythical beasts. This action-packed fantasy movie will no longer be available on Netflix after December 8th.
‘Daddy’s Home 2’ (2017)

Dusty and Brad are managing to co-parent through the holidays until their dads come to town. But when the grandfathers – who couldn’t be more different – arrive, Christmas plans start to fall apart. The two dads have to work together to keep the peace, save the holiday, and keep their friendship intact. This funny sequel leaves the platform on December 10th.
‘Daddy’s Home’ (2015)

This comedy follows a kind stepfather trying his best to connect with his stepchildren, but his efforts are complicated by the return of their fun-loving biological father. Their competition for the kids’ affection leads to hilarious mishaps and threatens to disrupt the family. Starring Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg, the film will be released on December 10th.
‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ (2014)

When a dangerous villain named Shredder threatens New York City, four mutant turtles emerge from the sewers to defend it. They join forces with journalist April O’Neil to expose Shredder’s plot to contaminate the city, and must hone their fighting abilities and learn to cooperate to protect everyone. You can currently watch this reimagining of the classic story until December 18th.
‘Transformers: Age of Extinction’ (2014)

As a huge Transformers fan, I was hooked by the latest movie’s story! It’s a really tough time for the Transformers – humans are turning on them, and a secret government group is actively hunting them down. The story kicks off when a mechanic and his daughter stumble upon a broken-down Optimus Prime and get pulled right into the middle of everything. And just when things couldn’t get more intense, a new enemy shows up, forcing the Autobots to team up with the incredible Dinobots! If you want to catch it, you’ll need to watch before December 26th, because it’s leaving Netflix then.
‘Transformers’ (2007)

When two alien robot armies bring their fight to Earth, teenager Sam Witwicky finds himself in the middle of it all. They’re both searching for a powerful object called the AllSpark, and Sam holds the clue to its location. He joins forces with the heroic Autobots to protect humanity from the destructive Decepticons. The first film in this exciting series arrives on December 26th.
‘Transformers: Dark of the Moon’ (2011)

The Autobots and Decepticons are in a desperate race to a hidden Cybertronian ship discovered on the moon, hoping to unlock its mysteries. Sam Witwicky joins the Autobots once more as they confront a shocking betrayal that could lead to humanity’s enslavement. The conflict explodes into a huge battle across the city of Chicago. You can watch this action-packed sci-fi adventure until December 26th.
‘Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen’ (2009)

College student Sam Witwicky wants a normal life, but he’s thrown back into a world of conflict when he starts noticing strange symbols. The evil Decepticons are back on Earth, aiming to revive a powerful ancient enemy called The Fallen, who plans to destroy the sun. The Autobots must embark on a worldwide quest to locate a secret artifact before it’s too late. This thrilling sequel will be available on December 26th.
‘Sweet Home Alabama’ (2002)

Reese Witherspoon plays a New York fashion designer who’s about to marry a high-profile bachelor. But first, she has to go back to her small hometown in Alabama to finish getting divorced from her high school boyfriend. The trip makes her face her past and think about the life she used to have. This funny and heartwarming movie leaves Netflix on December 30th.
‘Idiocracy’ (2006)

A regular guy volunteers for an experiment to be hibernated, but something goes wrong and he sleeps for 500 years. When he wakes up, he finds a future world where people aren’t very bright because of a focus on money and a lack of good schools. He quickly realizes he’s now the smartest person around and has to figure out how to fix things. This funny and critical show leaves the streaming service on December 30th.
‘Ready Player One’ (2018)

In a future where people escape into a virtual world called the OASIS, a young orphan enters a competition to win control of it. To claim the prize – a vast fortune and ownership of the game – he must overcome three incredibly difficult challenges set by the OASIS’s creator. Meanwhile, a powerful and heartless company tries to stop him and his allies, both inside the virtual world and in real life. This science fiction adventure directed by Spielberg is currently available to watch until the end of the year.
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