All the Movies Leaving Netflix in December 2025

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Netflix subscribers have a massive collection of films to watch before they disappear from the streaming service this December. The list includes blockbuster franchises like Transformers and Back to the Future alongside beloved comedies and family favorites. Viewers should plan their viewing schedules carefully to catch these titles before the licensing agreements expire throughout the month. The following guide details every movie leaving the platform and the specific dates they will be removed.

‘Austin Powers in Goldmember’ (2002)

'Austin Powers in Goldmember' (2002)
Eric's Boy

Mike Myers returns as the eccentric spy in this third installment of the comedy franchise leaving Netflix on December 2. The plot follows Austin as he teams up with Foxxy Cleopatra to rescue his father from the clutches of Dr. Evil and Goldmember. They travel back in time to 1975 to stop a plan that involves a tractor beam and a meteor made of gold. This film concludes the original trilogy and features Myers playing multiple roles including the titular villain.

‘Edge of Tomorrow’ (2014)

'Edge of Tomorrow' (2014)
Warner Bros. Pictures

Tom Cruise stars as Major William Cage in this sci-fi action film that departs the service on December 2. Cage finds himself caught in a time loop that forces him to relive a deadly battle against an alien race over and over again. He teams up with a Special Forces warrior played by Emily Blunt to improve his combat skills with each repeated day. The movie combines high-stakes action sequences with a complex narrative about fate and perseverance.

‘Escape Room’ (2019)

'Escape Room' (2019)
Columbia Pictures

Six strangers receive mysterious invitations to participate in an immersive game with a large cash prize. They soon discover that the rooms are filled with deadly traps tailored to their darkest secrets and personal traumas. The group must work together to solve intricate puzzles and survive the lethal environments before time runs out. Horror fans have until December 2 to watch this tense thriller before it exits the platform.

‘Game Night’ (2018)

'Game Night' (2018)
New Line Cinema

Jason Bateman and Rachel McAdams play a competitive couple whose weekly game night takes a dangerous turn. What starts as a murder mystery party becomes a chaotic reality when one of the participants gets kidnapped by actual criminals. The friends must navigate a series of twists and misunderstandings as they try to solve the case and stay alive. Viewers can enjoy this dark comedy until it leaves the library on December 2.

‘Downton Abbey’ (2019)

'Downton Abbey' (2019)
Focus Features

The beloved aristocratic Crawley family returns in this feature film continuation of the hit television series. Excitement and tension fill the estate as they prepare for a royal visit from the King and Queen of England. The staff and family must navigate social protocols and internal dramas to ensure the event runs smoothly. Fans of the historical drama should stream this title before it is removed on December 2.

‘The Dark Tower’ (2017)

'The Dark Tower' (2017)
Columbia Pictures

Idris Elba stars as the last Gunslinger in this adaptation of the epic novel series by Stephen King. He is locked in an eternal battle with the Man in Black who seeks to destroy the tower that holds the universe together. A young boy from Earth discovers a portal to this other dimension and joins the fight to save both worlds. This fantasy action film will be available to stream until December 2.

‘Beverly Hills Cop III’ (1994)

'Beverly Hills Cop III' (1994)
Paramount Pictures

Eddie Murphy returns as Detroit detective Axel Foley in the third entry of this action-comedy series. The investigation leads Foley to a popular theme park in Los Angeles where he uncovers a counterfeiting ring. He must navigate the attractions and security forces of Wonder World to bring the criminals to justice. Subscribers have until December 2 to watch Axel Foley take down the bad guys one more time.

‘Kicking and Screaming’ (1995)

'Kicking and Screaming' (1995)
Kicking and Screaming

Noah Baumbach directs this comedy about a group of college graduates who struggle to move on with their lives. The friends stay in their university town and refuse to embrace the responsibilities of adulthood and professional careers. Their conversations explore anxiety about the future and the difficulty of letting go of their youth. This exploration of post-college paralysis leaves Netflix on December 2.

‘The Goonies’ (1985)

'The Goonies' (1985)
Warner Bros. Pictures

A group of young friends discovers an ancient map that leads them on an adventure to find the lost treasure of One-Eyed Willy. They must navigate dangerous booby traps and evade a family of criminals known as the Fratellis. The journey tests their friendship and courage as they try to save their homes from foreclosure. This classic 80s adventure film will depart the streaming service on December 2.

‘Clueless’ (1995)

'Clueless' (1995)
Paramount Pictures

Alicia Silverstone stars as Cher Horowitz in this modern adaptation of Jane Austen’s novel Emma. The popular high school student attempts to play matchmaker for her teachers and give a makeover to a new student. Her meddling leads to unexpected romantic complications and a journey of self-discovery. Fashion and teen culture take center stage in this comedy leaving on December 2.

‘Cold Pursuit’ (2019)

'Cold Pursuit' (2019)
StudioCanal

Liam Neeson plays a quiet snowplow driver whose life is upended when his son is murdered by a drug cartel. He seeks revenge by systematically hunting down the members of the criminal organization responsible for the death. The action thriller combines dark humor with brutal violence as the body count rises in the snowy landscape. This film is scheduled to leave the platform on December 2.

‘Beverly Hills Cop II’ (1987)

'Beverly Hills Cop II' (1987)
Paramount Pictures

Axel Foley returns to Beverly Hills to help his friends investigate a series of high-end robberies known as the Alphabet Crimes. The fast-talking Detroit detective clashes with the local police chief while trying to catch the sophisticated criminals. Eddie Murphy delivers his signature humor in this high-energy sequel directed by Tony Scott. Fans of the franchise can watch this installment until December 2.

‘Beverly Hills Cop’ (1984)

'Beverly Hills Cop' (1984)
Paramount Pictures

The film that launched Eddie Murphy to superstardom follows a Detroit cop who travels to Beverly Hills to solve his best friend’s murder. Axel Foley uses his street smarts and reckless methods to uncover a drug smuggling operation disguised as an art dealership. The culture clash between the gritty detective and the upscale police force creates memorable comedic moments. This action classic leaves Netflix on December 2.

‘Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery’ (1997)

'Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery' (1997)
New Line Cinema

A swinging 60s secret agent is cryogenically frozen and thawed out in the 1990s to battle his nemesis Dr. Evil. Austin Powers must adjust to a modern world that no longer appreciates his free-spirited behavior and outdated slang. He teams up with Miss Kensington to stop Dr. Evil from holding the world hostage with a nuclear weapon. The spoof of spy movies departs the service on December 2.

‘Billy Madison’ (1995)

'Billy Madison' (1995)
Universal Pictures

Adam Sandler stars as an immature hotel heir who must prove his competence to his father to inherit the family business. He agrees to repeat all twelve grades of school in just 24 weeks to show he is responsible enough to run the company. The comedy follows his antics as he interacts with classmates much younger than himself and faces a rival executive. Viewers can watch this early Sandler hit until December 2.

‘Inglourious Basterds’ (2009)

'Inglourious Basterds' (2009)
Universal Pictures

Quentin Tarantino directs this alternate history war film about a group of Jewish-American soldiers hunting Nazis in occupied France. Their path intersects with a theater owner who plots her own revenge against the German high command. The narrative weaves together multiple storylines that culminate in a fiery conclusion at a movie premiere. This critically acclaimed movie leaves the platform on December 2.

‘The Nutty Professor’ (1996)

'The Nutty Professor' (1996)
Universal Pictures

Eddie Murphy plays multiple roles in this comedy about a kind but obese genetics professor named Sherman Klump. Sherman creates a formula that transforms him into a slim and arrogant alter ego named Buddy Love. He struggles to control the unpredictable transformations while trying to woo a fellow professor. This remake of the Jerry Lewis classic will be removed on December 2.

‘Back to the Future Part III’ (1990)

'Back to the Future Part III' (1990)
Universal Pictures

Marty McFly travels back to 1885 to save Doc Brown from being killed by a notorious outlaw. The duo must figure out a way to get their time machine up to speed using a steam locomotive before the timeline is altered forever. Doc Brown finds romance with a local schoolteacher while Marty tries to avoid a duel. The final chapter of the trilogy leaves Netflix on December 2.

‘Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me’ (1999)

'Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me' (1999)
New Line Cinema

Dr. Evil uses a time machine to travel back to 1969 and steal Austin Powers’ mojo while he is frozen. The spy must follow the villain into the past to recover his vitality and stop a giant laser on the moon. This sequel introduces the character of Mini-Me and features Heather Graham as Felicity Shagwell. The second film in the series departs on December 2.

‘Back to the Future’ (1985)

'Back to the Future' (1985)
Universal Pictures

Teenager Marty McFly is accidentally sent thirty years into the past in a time-traveling DeLorean invented by his eccentric friend Doc Brown. He encounters his young parents and must ensure they fall in love to save his own existence. Marty faces the challenge of generating enough power to send the car back to the future. This sci-fi adventure classic is available until December 2.

‘The Happytime Murders’ (2018)

'The Happytime Murders' (2018)
STXfilms

Humans and puppets coexist in a world where puppets are treated as second-class citizens in this raunchy comedy. A disgraced puppet private eye teams up with his former human partner to solve a series of brutal murders targeting the cast of a beloved TV show. The film blends noir mystery tropes with adult humor and graphic puppet violence. Subscribers have until December 2 to stream this unique title.

‘Wonka’ (2023)

'Wonka' (2023)
Warner Bros. Pictures

Timothee Chalamet stars as the young chocolate maker in this musical origin story based on characters by Roald Dahl. The film follows Willy Wonka as he arrives in a European city to open his own chocolate shop and challenge the local candy cartel. He uses his ingenuity and magic to overcome obstacles and change the lives of those around him. This whimsical family film leaves Netflix on December 2.

‘Paddington’ (2014)

'Paddington' (2014)
StudioCanal

A polite young bear from Peru travels to London in search of a new home and is taken in by the Brown family. Paddington tries to adapt to city life but his clumsiness leads to a series of chaotic mishaps. A taxidermist becomes obsessed with the rare bear and attempts to capture him for her collection. This heartwarming family movie will be removed on December 2.

‘Back to the Future Part II’ (1989)

'Back to the Future Part II' (1989)
Universal Pictures

Marty and Doc travel to the year 2015 to prevent Marty’s future son from making a terrible mistake. Their actions inadvertently create an alternate timeline where the villainous Biff Tannen is wealthy and powerful. They must return to 1955 to restore the original history without interfering with their previous selves. The second installment of the franchise leaves on December 2.

‘E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial’ (1982)

'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial' (1982)
Universal Pictures

Steven Spielberg directs this touching story about a lonely boy named Elliott who befriends an alien stranded on Earth. Elliott and his siblings try to help the creature return home while keeping him hidden from government agents. The bond between the boy and the alien creates a psychic connection that affects them both. This masterpiece of cinema departs the streaming service on December 2.

‘Compliance’ (2012)

'Compliance' (2012)
Bad Cop / Bad Cop

This tense psychological thriller is based on true events involving a prank caller who targets a fast-food restaurant. The caller poses as a police officer and instructs a manager to interrogate and strip-search a young employee accused of theft. The film examines how easily people yield to authority figures even when the requests become increasingly disturbing. Viewers have until December 6 to watch this unsettling drama.

‘Gods of Egypt’ (2016)

'Gods of Egypt' (2016)
Thunder Road

The survival of mankind hangs in the balance when the merciless god of darkness Set usurps the throne of Egypt. A young mortal thief teams up with the powerful god Horus to challenge Set and rescue his love. Their journey takes them across the heavens and into the afterlife as they battle mythical creatures. This fantasy action film leaves Netflix on December 8.

‘Daddy’s Home 2’ (2017)

'Daddy's Home 2' (2017)
Paramount Pictures

Dusty and Brad have finally figured out how to co-parent their children until their own fathers arrive for the holidays. The contrasting personalities of the grandfathers cause chaos and threaten to ruin the family’s Christmas plans. The two dads must navigate the new dynamic while trying to maintain their friendship. This holiday comedy sequel departs the platform on December 10.

‘Daddy’s Home’ (2015)

'Daddy's Home' (2015)
Paramount Pictures

A mild-mannered stepfather strives to be a good parent to his wife’s two children but faces competition from their biological father. The arrival of the cool and freewheeling biological dad forces the stepdad into increasingly desperate attempts to win the kids’ affection. Their rivalry escalates into a series of comedic disasters that test the stability of the household. This comedy starring Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg leaves on December 10.

‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ (2014)

'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' (2014)
Paramount Pictures

Four genetically mutated turtles rise from the sewers to protect New York City from the evil Shredder and his Foot Clan. They team up with reporter April O’Neil to uncover the villain’s plan to poison the city. The heroes must master their martial arts skills and work as a team to save the population. This live-action reboot is available to stream until December 18.

‘Transformers: Age of Extinction’ (2014)

'Transformers: Age of Extinction' (2014)
Paramount Pictures

Humanity has turned against the Transformers and a shadowy government unit is hunting them down. An automobile mechanic and his daughter discover a deactivated Optimus Prime and get drawn into the conflict. A new threat arrives from space that forces the Autobots to seek help from the legendary Dinobots. The fourth film in the franchise leaves Netflix on December 26.

‘Transformers’ (2007)

'Transformers' (2007)
Paramount Pictures

Two warring alien robot factions bring their destructive battle to Earth in search of a powerful artifact called the AllSpark. Teenager Sam Witwicky holds the key to locating the object and gets caught in the middle of the war. He teams up with the Autobots to stop the Decepticons from destroying the human race. The first movie in the blockbuster series departs on December 26.

‘Transformers: Dark of the Moon’ (2011)

'Transformers: Dark of the Moon' (2011)
Paramount Pictures

The Autobots discover a Cybertronian spacecraft hidden on the moon and race against the Decepticons to reach it and learn its secrets. Sam Witwicky returns to help his robot allies as they face a betrayal that threatens to enslave humanity. The Decepticons launch a massive invasion of Chicago that results in a city-wide battle. Viewers have until December 26 to catch this sci-fi spectacle.

‘Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen’ (2009)

'Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen' (2009)
Paramount Pictures

Sam Witwicky tries to live a normal life at college but is pulled back into the war when he begins seeing cryptic symbols. The Decepticons return to Earth to resurrect an ancient enemy known as The Fallen who seeks to destroy the sun. The Autobots must race across the globe to find a hidden matrix before it is too late. This action-packed sequel leaves the service on December 26.

‘Sweet Home Alabama’ (2002)

'Sweet Home Alabama' (2002)
Touchstone Pictures

Reese Witherspoon stars as a successful New York fashion designer who becomes engaged to the city’s most eligible bachelor. She must return to her rural hometown in Alabama to finalize a divorce from her high school sweetheart before she can remarry. The trip forces her to confront her past and reconsider the life she left behind. This romantic comedy departs Netflix on December 30.

‘Idiocracy’ (2006)

'Idiocracy' (2006)
20th Century Fox

An average man is selected for a hibernation experiment that goes wrong and leaves him asleep for five hundred years. He wakes up in a future society where human intelligence has declined drastically due to commercialism and poor education. He discovers he is now the smartest person on the planet and must help solve the world’s problems. This satirical comedy leaves the platform on December 30.

‘Ready Player One’ (2018)

'Ready Player One' (2018)
Warner Bros. Pictures

In a dystopian future where people escape reality through a virtual universe called the OASIS a young orphan joins a contest to control the system. He must solve three difficult challenges left by the creator to inherit the fortune and the game itself. A ruthless corporate entity tries to stop him and his friends in both the virtual and real worlds. Spielberg’s sci-fi adventure is available until December 31.

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