Top 3 Must-Watch Netflix Shows Thanksgiving Weekend: November 28-30, 2025

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Looking for the perfect way to end your Thanksgiving weekend? After the big meal and time with family, enjoying a good movie or show together is a relaxing and fun way to finish things off.

Looking for a cozy re-watch of a classic or a thrilling new series to keep you on the edge of your seat? Netflix has something for everyone. With so many options, a few shows really stand out as perfect for a holiday weekend binge. These Netflix originals are just the right length to enjoy throughout the Thanksgiving break.

Stranger Things

After a three-year wait following hints of a major battle in Season 4, the hugely popular series Stranger Things is back. This coming-of-age mystery has been a cultural hit on Netflix for almost ten years, and as the story nears its end, new episodes are being released perfect for a Thanksgiving weekend family binge.

The first part of Stranger Things Season 5 features four new episodes, ranging from 50 to 90 minutes each—perfect for a holiday binge! These episodes revisit beloved characters as they battle the return of the villainous Vecna and his creatures from the Upside Down. The season builds to an exciting cliffhanger, leading into Volume 2, which will consist of three episodes premiering on December 25th. The epic two-hour series finale will air on December 31st, bringing a decade-long story to a satisfying close. Whether you’re new to the show or a longtime fan, Stranger Things delivers a nostalgic experience everyone will enjoy.

Missing: Dead or Alive

Missing: Dead or Alive is a documentary series that follows South Carolina sheriff’s deputies as they investigate missing persons cases. Each episode focuses on a new case, showing investigators working tirelessly to find those who have disappeared and bring them home safely. With a recently released four-episode second season on Netflix, it’s a great time to start watching this compelling true crime series.

Okay, I’ll admit it – I’m a bit obsessed with true crime, and it’s huge right now. Shows like Missing: Dead or Alive really pull you in; you find yourself hoping for the best even when things look bleak. It’s maybe not the cheeriest way to spend a holiday, but honestly, it’s just too gripping to turn away from – the streaming numbers don’t lie! And with a new season just dropped, it’s the perfect time to fall down another true crime rabbit hole.

The Beast in Me

I’m completely hooked on this new psychological thriller that just hit Netflix – it’s already number one and everyone’s talking about it! It follows a writer, Aggie Wiggs, played by Clare Danes, who’s really struggling after a terrible loss – her son. When a new neighbor moves in, played by Matthew Rhys-Davies, things get interesting. There are whispers he was involved in his first wife’s death, and Aggie, desperate to reignite her creativity, starts digging around. It’s a really compelling story – will she find the inspiration for her next book, or will her curiosity put her in serious trouble? I can’t wait to see how it all unfolds.

If you love spooky and suspenseful stories that keep you on the edge of your seat, you’ll likely enjoy The Beast in Me. It’s reminiscent of classic thrillers by Alfred Hitchcock and Stephen King. The series, now streaming on Netflix, features eight episodes and boasts a well-known team behind and in front of the camera, including producers Jodie Foster and Conan O’Brien, and actors like Brittany Snow, Jonathan Banks, and Natalie Morales. It’s a great way to wrap up your Thanksgiving weekend!

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2025-11-28 19:22