As the holiday season approaches, November 2024 is set to deliver an impressive lineup of entertainment across all platforms. From highly anticipated theatrical releases to binge-worthy streaming content, viewers can look forward to both fresh narratives and beloved returning series. Whether you’re a fan of prestige drama, family entertainment, or seasonal programming, this month offers something for everyone, with streaming services and traditional networks pulling out all the stops for their fall schedules.
Television Series
New Series Premieres
St. Denis Medical – November 12 (NBC)
It follows an underfunded, understaffed hospital where the doctors and nurses try their best to treat patients while maintaining their own sanity.
Cross – November 14 (Prime Video)
TV series based on James Paterson’s Alex Cross novels. Alex Cross uses forensic psychology to analyze killers’ minds, delving into victims’ psyches to identify murderers and bring them to justice
Say Nothing – November 14 (Hulu )
Spanning four tumultuous decades during The Troubles in Northern Ireland.
The Day of the Jackal – November 7 (Peacock)
The Jackal is an elusive assassin who makes his living carrying out hits for the highest fee. He soon meets his match in a tenacious British intelligence officer who tracks him down in a thrilling cat-and-mouse chase across Europe.
Dune: Prophecy – November 17 (HBO)
TV series set in the ‘Dune’ universe which centers on the lives of the Bene Gesserit.
Landman – November 17 (Paramount+)
A modern-day tale of fortune seeking in the world of West Texas oil rigs.
Interior Chinatown – November 19 (Hulu)
The story of an Asian-American actor struggling against clichéd roles and stereotypes, both at work and in his personal life.
The Madness – November 28 (Netflix)
Media pundit Muncie Daniels must fight for his innocence and his life after he stumbles upon a murder deep in the Poconos.
The Agency – November 29 (Paramount+)
Based on the series The Bureau (2015). Follows a world of even deeper intrigue and subterfuge, with characters fighting their own battles as they grapple with existential threats to the nation and the world.
Returning Series
Outer Banks (Season 4, Part 2) – November 7 (Netflix)
The Pogues are back in the “G” game, searching for Blackbeard’s treasure and facing new enemies
Arcane (Season 2) – November 9 (Netflix)
With an even greater focus on Jinx (Powder) and Vi’s relationship as the latter tries to stop her sister from leading a revolution as tensions rise between Piltover and its underbelly neighbors in Zaun.
Yellowstone (Season 5, Part 2) – November 11 (Paramount+)
Fans can look forward to significant character development in the second part of Season 5. Rip Wheeler and Beth’s relationship is likely to face new tests, while Kayce Dutton continues to grapple with his responsibilities towards his family and the ranch.
Children Ruin Everything (Season 4) – November 13 (The CW)
Astrid faces the pressure of being the sole breadwinner while James struggles with being a stay-at-home dad. Parenting is more challenging and funnier than ever as the kids grow up and their exposure to the world expands.
Bad Sisters (Season 2) – November 13 (Apple TV+)
The Garvey sisters, Eva, Grace, Ursula, Bibi, and Becka, seem to have moved on from the death of Grace’s abusive husband, JP. However, their attempts to move forward are disrupted when a new body is discovered.
Cobra Kai (Season 6, Part 2) – November 15 (Netflix)
The original Karate Kid villain returns after faking his death in prison and is determined to recruit his former student Tory.
Silo (Season 2) – November 15 (Apple TV+)
Juliette Nichols is in a dangerous situation after a rebellion goes wrong. Juliette will be looking for safety in another silo while her suit runs out of air.
Night Court (Season 3) – November 19 (NBC)
Abby and Dan both must contend with Julianne, a reformed convict and former love interest of Dan, who is the new prosecutor. A sophisticated, savvy woman and accomplished attorney who also knows how to make a shank out of a spoon, she’ll keep everyone in the courthouse on their toes.
The Sex Lives of College Girls (Season 3) – November 21 (HBO/MAX)
The students of Essex are almost ready to begin their sophomore year
Based on a True Story (Season 2) – November 21 (Peacock)
New parents Ava and Nathan Bartlett three months into parenthood. Focused on taking care of her family, Ava is determined to resist her true-crime obsession and return to work as a real estate agent while Nathan trains private tennis clients.
Outlander (Season 7) November 22 (STARZ)
Picking up from the harrowing events of the end of Season Six, with Jamie and Young Ian racing to rescue Claire before she’s tried and wrongfully convicted for the murder of Malva Christie.
Movies
Theatrical Releases
Here – November 1
A generational story about families and the special place they inhabit, sharing in love, loss, laughter, and life.
Juror No. 2 – November 1
Family man Justin Kemp who, while serving as a juror in a high profile murder trial, finds himself struggling with a serious moral dilemma…one he could use to sway the jury verdict and potentially convict – or free – the wrong killer.
Cellar Door – November 1
Looking for a fresh start after a miscarriage, a couple find themselves being gifted the house of their dreams with one caveat – they can never open the cellar door. Whether they can live without knowing triggers shocking consequences.
Emilia Pérez – November 1
In Mexico, a lawyer receives an unexpected offer to help a feared cartel boss retire from his business and disappear forever by becoming the woman he’s always dreamed of being.
Heretic – November 8
Two young religious women are drawn into a game of cat-and-mouse in the house of a strange man.
Elevation – November 8
A single father and two women venture from the safety of their homes to face monstrous creatures to save the life of a young boy.
Small Things Like These – November 8
In 1985 devoted father Bill Furlong discovers disturbing secrets kept by the local convent and uncovers shocking truths of his own.
Red One – November 15
After Santa Claus (code name: Red One) is kidnapped, the North Pole’s Head of Security must team up with the world’s most infamous bounty hunter in a globe-trotting, action-packed mission to save Christmas.
Gladiator II – November 22
After his home is conquered by the tyrannical emperors who now lead Rome, Lucius is forced to enter the Colosseum and must look to his past to find strength to return the glory of Rome to its people.
Wicked – November 22
After two decades as one of the most beloved and enduring musicals on the stage, Wicked makes its long-awaited journey to the big screen as a spectacular, generation-defining two-part cinematic event this holiday season.
Moana 2 – November 27
After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana journeys to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she has ever faced.
Queer – November 27
Lee, who recounts his life in Mexico City among American expatriate college students and bar owners surviving on part-time jobs and GI Bill benefits. He is driven to pursue a young man named Allerton, who is based on Adelbert Lewis Marker.
Streaming Releases
Netflix
Meet Me Next Christmas – November 6 (Netflix)
In pursuit of a fairytale romance with the man of her dreams, Layla must race through New York City to get her hands on the hottest ticket in town: the sold out Pentatonix Christmas Eve Concert.
Hot Frosty – November 13 (Netflix)
Widow Cathy magically brings a snowman to life. His innocence helps her heal and find love again. They bond before the holidays, but he’s doomed to melt.
The Merry Gentlemen – November 20 (Netflix)
To save her parents’ small-town performing venue, a former big-city dancer decides to stage an all-male, Christmas-themed revue.
Spellbound – November 22 (Netflix)
Spellbound follows the adventures of Ellian, the tenacious princess who must go on a daring quest to save her family and kingdom after a mysterious spell transforms her parents, the King and Queen of Lumbria, into monsters.
Joy – November 22 (Netflix)
3 trailblazers: a young nurse, a visionary scientist, and an innovative surgeon face opposition from the church, state, media, and medical establishment in their pursuit of the world’s first ‘test tube baby,’ Louise Joy Brown.
Blitz – November 22 (Apple TV+)
Follow the stories of a group of Londoners during the events of the British capital bombing in World War II.
Out of My Mind – November 22 (Disney+)
Melody Brooks is navigating sixth grade as a nonverbal wheelchair user who has cerebral palsy. With the help of some assistive technology and her devoted allies, Melody shows that what she has to say is more important than how she says it.
Our Little Secret – November 27 (Netflix)
Two resentful exes must awkwardly spend Christmas together after learning their new partners are siblings.
With this robust lineup of content, November promises to be an exciting month for entertainment enthusiasts. From the return of fan-favorite series like “Yellowstone” and “Outlander” to blockbuster theatrical releases such as “Gladiator II” and “Moana 2,” there’s no shortage of compelling content to enjoy. As streaming platforms continue to expand their offerings and traditional theaters bring forth major releases, viewers have plenty of options to keep them entertained throughout the month. Mark your calendars and prepare for a month filled with outstanding entertainment across all platforms
