On Thursday, Netflix presented an update on its 2025 original international release schedule and here is a rundown of what the streamer announced. Click on the highlighted titles to see whatever additional information is available:
Alcaraz (Spain) (Docuseries) (2025)
Alcaraz is a documentary series produced by Morena Films for Netflix. It follows Carlos Alcaraz — the youngest number 1 player in tennis history — during the 2024 season. We’ll get to know Alcaraz both on and off the court through his own eyes.
Alice In Borderlands - Season 3 (Japan) (Series) (2025)
Based on the manga series of the same name by Haro Aso, Alice in Borderland follows the story of Arisu after he is transported to a parallel universe in which he has to play and win games to remain alive. The games are divided into four categories represented by suits on a deck of playing cards. For now, the Joker card has appeared, declaring the triumphant return of Alice in Borderland. Fans can expect nothing short of an adrenaline-fueled rollercoaster ride as the series continues to explore profound themes of humanity, sacrifice, and the pursuit of a meaningful existence.
Asteriz & Obelix: The Big Fight (France) (Series) (2025)
An all-new limited animated family series starring the beloved French characters Asterix and Obelix. Rome is desperate to conquer the last independent village in Gaul and the home of Asterix and Obelix. The secret to the Gauls’ battle superiority is a magic potion, but when the potion master loses his memory, the villagers are left to their own devices against the might of Rome.
Atrapados (Argentina) (Limited Series) (March 26th, 2025)
Reporter Ema Garay gains visibility amongst digital journalism by catching criminals who tend to evade justice in Bariloche city, in Patagonia Argentina. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she meets Leo Mercer, a social worker and referent, who ends up being the main suspect of her investigation of the disappearance of a 16-year-old girl. While Ema tries to discover the truth, she will have to confront hers.
Brick (Germany) (Film) (2025)
Tim and Olivia's apartment building is suddenly surrounded by a mysterious brick wall. They must work with their neighbors to find a way out.
Bullet Train Explosion (Japan) (Film) (2025)
A reboot from the original movie Bullet Train 50 years ago, this film inspired the Hollywood film Speed. Director Shinji Higuchi, known for merging spectacular visuals with human drama like Shin Godzilla, yet again creates a panic-suspense thriller depicting the struggles of people racing to save lives in extreme conditions.
Celda 211 Mexico (Mexico) (Series) (February 5th, 2025)
After getting trapped in a prison during a bloody riot, a human rights attorney pretends to be a prisoner to save himself. On the other side of the bars, in survival mode, he embarks on a chilling journey where he will no longer be the same.
Criminal Code - Season Two (Brazil) (Series) (2025)
After helping the “Embaixador” escape from prison, Isaac and his Phantom Gang become the Federal Police's primary targets. With even more elaborate heists, they quickly ascend to legendary status in the criminal underworld. Tracking these criminal masterminds will push the agents to their limits. During this challenging investigation, Suellen must prove her leadership skills, while Benício faces a personal crisis after losing yet another friend and discovering that "Sem Alma” has escaped from prison.
Dalah: Death And The Flowers (Thailand) (Series) (February 27th, 2025)
A mysterious floral designer becomes entangled in the suspicious murder of the prime minister-elect on the night before his wedding, and finds herself caught in a web of high-society scandals that threaten to unravel a web of dark secrets and the identity of the killer.
Delhi Crime - Season Three (India) (2025)
Through its two seasons, Delhi Crime has not only decoded criminal case files inspired by true events but also tackled socially relevant subjects, highlighting the complexities of crime and justice. With the third season of the International Emmy®️Award-winning series underway, Madam Sir Vartika Chaturvedi and her relentless team will be back in action soon. The upcoming season, which promises to be a gripping thriller, delves into a new case that rapidly escalates into a career-defining case for Madam Sir and leads to the unmasking of a widespread crime operation.
Diary Of A Ditched Girl (Series) (Sweden)
Diary of a Ditched Girl follows 31-year-old Amanda during a summer of intense dating. She desperately craves to be loved and decides to try it all. She dates guys out of her league, in her league, below her league, swipes on Tinder and picks up guys in bars. She is submissive and dominating, but stays abandoned. She even has a hard time getting to second base, a second date. The same thing goes for Amandas' friends. Together they try to find new dates for each other while debating those big questions: Why is it so hard to find love? How much can the world really require from a person? And how many times can you go out into the world with your heart in your hand only to have it stepped on once again?
Division Palermo - Season Two (Argentina) (Series) (2025)
The urban guard expands into different neighborhoods of the city while the Palermo Division faces new challenges and, unwittingly, plunges into a strange criminal world.
El Eternauta (Argentina) (Series) (April 30th, 2025)
One summer’s night in Buenos Aires, a mysterious deadly snowfall wipes out most of the population and leaves thousands stranded. Juan Salvo and his friends embark on a desperate struggle for survival. Everything changes when they discover that the toxic snowstorm is only the first attack by a foreign army invading Earth. The only way to stay alive is to join together and fight. No one will survive on their own.
French Lover (France) (Film) (2025)
Abel Camara (Omar Sy) is THE biggest star of the moment, and when Marion, who is the definition of the girl next door, does him a favor one day, neither of them suspects this will be the beginning of a great love story.
Genie, Make A Wish (Korea) (Series) (2025)
Genie, Make a Wish explores the enchanting story of Jinn, a genie who awakens after a thousand years, and Ka-young, his new impassive master. The series weaves a romantic comedy around their conflicts over three wishes, setting the stage for magical mishaps and heartfelt moments.
Glass Heart (Japan) (Series) (2025)
Glass Heart tells the story of Akane Saijo, a college student and aspiring drummer who finds herself suddenly kicked out of her band. However, things take a turn when the brilliant musician Naoki Fujitani stumbles upon her talent and invites her to join his new ensemble.
Heweliusz (Poland) (Series) (Autumn 2025)
Heweliusz is a gripping five-episode disaster drama series inspired by Poland’s most mysterious maritime tragedy, where the ferry “Jan Hevelius” sank during a fierce storm on January 14, 1993, claiming 55 lives with only 9 survivors. Made by Jan Holoubek, Kasper Bajon, and Anna Kępińska — creators of the acclaimed High Water — the series not only recounts the harrowing events of the disaster but delves into themes of grief, loss, and the struggle for justice against a dysfunctional system. With its spectacular production value and deeply emotional narrative, Heweliusz promises to captivate audiences when it premieres exclusively on Netflix in Autumn 2025.
How To Sell Drugs Online (Fast) - Season Four (Germany) (Series) (2025)
Moritz is released from prison after 4 years. He can finally start his own (this time legal!) business together with his best friend Lenny. But unlike his business ideas, the world has moved on without him, and Dan has turned Bonus Life into a successful supplement start-up, making it into the top 30 under 30 list of young entrepreneurs overnight – living the life Moritz always wanted. Moritz is pissed! When he learns that Lenny not only works at Bonus Life, but that he also owns half of the company, it's no question: Moritz has to take control of Bonus Life, and together with Ersan, his mate from prison, he sets out to take over the majority of the start-up as an anonymous investor, completely legally. Fortunately, Ersan knows someone who will lend them the million for the takeover. But by the time Moritz finds out the terms of the loan, it is already too late. A race against time begins, in which Moritz not only has to get rid of the police and the unscrupulous boss of a drug ring, but also the lives of Lisa, Lenny and Ersan are at stake.
Juan Gabriel Documentary (Mexico) (2025)
A documentary series that will offer an intimate portrait with never-before-seen personal archives, celebrating the life and work of Mexico's most iconic singer-songwriter: Juan Gabriel.
La Mas Fan (Mexico) (Film) (2025)
Feature film directed in collaboration with María Torres, with whom we previously worked on Anonymously Yours. La más fan is a comedy that tells the story of an actress who, after being cancelled on social media, returns to Mexico to make a film and meet Polly, her sole and biggest fan.
Larissa: The Other Side Of Anitta (Brazil) (Film) (2025)
Everyone has seen Anitta, the creature, but Larissa, her creator, is still a secret that only those closest to her can access. While Anitta flies towards the top, it is Larissa who deals with the pressure of navigating the turbulent waters generated by so much success. Through the intimate gaze of a former crush from her youth, the film reveals the surprising Larissa and follows her journey of self-discovery as she faces physical and emotional challenges that lead her to rethink her priorities in life and career.
Last Bullet / Balle Perdue 3 (France) (Film) (2025)
The third and final installment of the Lost Bullet franchise. In this explosive opus, Lino embarks on a relentless quest to find and confront Areski.
Last Samurai Standing (Japan) (Series) (2025)
Set in the late 19th century during the Meiji period, Last Samurai Standing takes place at the Tenryuji Temple in Kyoto. Come nightfall, 292 skilled warriors gather, lured by the promise of a grand prize of 100 billion yen. Among them is our protagonist, Shujiro Saga (Junichi Okada), who enters this dangerous game with one goal: to save his ailing wife and child.
Love Is Blind France (France) (Series) (2025)
Love is Blind heads to its 11th country and straight to the city of love with Love is Blind: France. The series started production in October 2024.
Machos Alfa - Season Three (Spain) (Series) (2025)
THE PATRIARCHY STRIKES BACK. In this installment, our Alpha Males discover new antifeminist concepts, like the manosphere and incels. Plus, Santi learns that some women tend to avoid commitment, while Raúl deals with Luz's romantic anarchy. As Pedro's TV series continues its development he finds that he's in for a few surprises, and Luis must deal with his parents' divorce, among a handful of other crises.
Mantis (Korea) (Film) (2025)
Mantis, an ace assassin and a former colleague of Gil Boksoon, returns to a collapsed-order hired killer industry after his vacation. Upon reentering this anarchic world, Mantis encounters Jae-yi, his fellow trainee and rival, and Dok-go, a retired legendary killer, and realizes they are all vying for the top spot among the killers. A spin-off film of Kill Boksoon
Me Late Qui Si (Mexico) (Series) (2025)
Inspired by real events, this series tells the story of the bizarre fraud of the Mexican Lottery (Melate) sweepstakes in 2012, with a classic heist structure and flashes of tragicomedy. An ordinary civil servant has been obsessed with winning the Melate Lottery sweepstakes for years. Convinced of his bad luck, and just as he is about to give up this fantasy, the urgent need for money sprouts a simple, and therefore brilliant, idea that will allow him to steal the prize in front of millions of people.
My Melody & Kuromi (Japan) (Series ) (2025)
My Melody & Kuromi brings the beloved Sanrio characters to life in a charming stop-motion animated series. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of My Melody and the 20th anniversary of Kuromi, the series takes viewers on an adventure in Mariland, their whimsical home.
The Exchange - Season Two (Kuwait) (Series) (2025)
After their big break into Kuwait's male-dominated stock market, will Farida and Munira keep rising to success — or lose everything they’ve worked for?
The Gringo Hunters (Mexico) (Series) (2025)
An elite squad of the Mexican Police tracks down and captures American criminals who cross the border to evade justice, determined to deport them back to the US to face the consequences of their crimes. The series stems from The Washington Post’s article on the unit.
The Leopard / Il Gattopardo (Italy) (Series) (March 5th, 2025)
Based on what many consider to be one of the greatest Italian novels of all time, The Leopard is a dazzlingly sensuous epic, set against the backdrop of revolution in 1860s Sicily. At its heart is Don Fabrizio Corbera, the Prince of Salina, who leads a life surrounded by beauty and privilege. But as Italy moves towards unification and the old aristocratic order is threatened, he realizes that his family’s future is in jeopardy. New allegiances must be made, each one a threat to his principles. Eventually Don Fabrizio is faced with an impossible choice. He has the power to engineer a marriage, between the rich and beautiful Angelica and his nephew Tancredi, that could secure his family’s legacy but, doing so would break his favorite daughter, Concetta’s heart. The series will be a modern exploration of timeless themes — power, love, and the cost of progress.
Un Fantasma En La Batalla (Spain) (FIlm) (2025)
Inspired by the lives and experiences of several members of the Civil Guards directly involved in the fight against terrorism and grounded in the historical, political and social context of the 1990s and 2000s, Un fantasma en la Batalla tells the story of Amaia, a young civil guard who spends more than a decade working as an undercover agent within ETA, with the aim of locating the band's hideouts in the South of France.
Untitled Expos Documentary (Canada) (Documentary) (Fall 2025)
A behind-the-scenes look at the story of the shocking disintegration of the beloved Montreal Expos that still reverberates today.
Netflix Announces, Updates 2025 Original International Premiere Slate
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