The weekends are a great time to stream movies on Netflix, but the most frustrating part of any movie night can often be deciding what’s worth watching. Fortunately, I’ve combed through the streaming service’s new additions and picked out a few highlights down below. These are by no means the only new Netflix movies to watch, but they are a good start.
It’s not hard to predict the new Netflix movie that is going to draw the most interest over the next few days. Guillermo del Toro’s long-awaited adaptation of “Frankenstein” arrives this week, and it’s just as grand and meticulously crafted as you’d expect from the Oscar-winner. However, if you’re not in the mood for a two-and-a-half-hour gothic epic, I’ve found some alternative picks, including a ‘90s satirical comedy and a sports drama that sees Will Smith give a career-best performance. At least one pick should appeal to you.
However, if you want a full rundown of your options, be sure to check out our guide to everything new on Netflix in November 2025. And with that said, let’s jump into the three new to Netflix movies that I’d watch this weekend.
‘Frankenstein’ (2025)
Director Guillermo del Toro’s take on Mark Shelley’s “Frankenstein” is finally streaming on Netflix after several months of teasing and anticipation. Fortunately, it’s every bit the visually stunning spin on the legendary gothic novel that you might expect. Critics have noted the bloated runtime could be a turn-off, but stick with it, and you’ll be rewarded with a second half that puts the spotlight on Jacob Elordi’s creature. It’s in this tragic character that “Frankenstein” finds emotional depth to pair with its incredible aesthetics.
I’m sure you don’t need me to give you a rundown of “Frankenstein’s” plot. Still, if you skipped English class in high school, the dark fable follows a brilliant but arrogant scientist, Victor Frankenstein (Oscar Isaac), who creates a “monster” out of body parts. Driven by a desire to control life itself, Victor is quickly repulsed by his own creation, and tragedy follows. “Frankenstein” is one of the biggest (and certainly most expensive) Netflix movies of 2025, so I expect it’s going to very quickly rocket up the top 10 charts to the No. 1 slot.
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‘Election’ (1999)
No prizes for guessing why Netflix opted to add 1999’s “Election” to its movie library this week. The streaming service has a knack for pairing up its content schedule with current events, and this is just the latest example. This Alexander Payne movie is now more than 25 years old and centers on a low-stakes election for student government, but all these years later, it remains a sharp satire of real-world politics. Plus, it packs one of Reese Witherspoon’s most memorable roles as the very ambitious Tracy Flick.
Jim McAllister (Matthew Broderick) is a teacher at a high school in Omaha, Nebraska. Harboring an intense dislike for overly enthusiastic junior student, Tracy (Witherspoon), Jim convinces a popular athlete (Chris Klein) to run against Tracy in the upcoming student government president elections. When Tracy becomes aware of Jim’s meddling in the election, a feud breaks out between the pair that could see the teacher land in very hot water.
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‘King Richard’ (2021)
Venus and Serena Williams are two of the greatest athletes in history, but “King Richard” opts to focus on the man who pushed them to achieve such greatness: Their father, Richard Williams (Will Smith). It’s an interesting angle for a biopic, with the spotlight on Richard’s demanding training schedule and his unwavering belief that his two daughters were destined for sporting immortality. While it’s conventionally plotted, Smith gives the performance of his career, winning an Academy Award for his role.
Mapping out their futures from birth, Richard is convinced that his two daughters will achieve the lofty goals he has set for them. Facing slim odds and various economic disadvantages, “King Richard” is a story of triumph and determination. Perhaps most interestingly, the movie isn’t afraid to cast a more critical eye on Richard, also exploring the dark side of his character. It’s not the most inventive sports drama, but “King Richard” is a champion where it counts.
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