The good news is that you can participate in this quintessentially American tradition from the comfort of your own home Too Where you can stream these movies and shows to get into the Black Friday spirit — whether you go on a spending spree or not. Summon some cultural criticism with films that challenge excessive consumption, watch a reality series about a lifetime of shopping, or watch a stylish show to fulfill all your fashion dreams. For those who are going to buy, we salute you – and for those who just want to watch, happy streaming!
But first, what’s new on Netflix?
The beginning of the end. That’s right, the wait is over: Volume 1 of the fifth and final season of The Duffer Brothers stranger things Will arrive on November 26 at 5PM PT/8PM ET (Volumes 2 and 3 will arrive on Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve). Fans will be grateful this holiday season that they got to see how the story ends for the Hawkins crew. Can’t cope with awkwardness? try to pull a Jingle Bell Robbery With Michael Fimognari’s new rom-com, in which two thieves plan to rob a London department store in time for Christmas. Aren’t you stealing my heart? Get your first taste of the festive season with the new installment of Is this cake? Holiday – The Baking Fake-Out Competition is back and serving up extra festive flavours.
If you just have one night…
Think before you buy. Shine a light on the dangers of rampant consumerism with two very different films. First up, Nick Stacey’s 2024 documentary Buy Now! shopping plot It explains how corporations drive us to buy and, in turn, how our purchases hurt the planet. After that dire warning, lighten the mood with a romantic comedy Confessions of a ShopaholicPJ Hogan’s 2009 adaptation of Sophie Kinsella’s novels. In it, Isla Fisher plays a stylish but debt-ridden compulsive shopper and Hugh Dancy plays a finance journalist who helps them understand what really matters. We’re finally entering “All I Want for Christmas Is You” season.
If you have all day…
Place your bids. If your post-holiday shopping takes the form of searching for rare collectibles, Ken Goldin is your man. His company, Goldin Auctions, is the subject of the reality series King of Collectables: The Goldin’ TouchWhich started in 2023 and has collected two seasons of thrilling drama. It follows the staff of the auction house as they trade historical artifacts and iconic memorabilia. Watch the first two seasons now, before season 3 arrives next month.
If you have the whole weekend…
Try doing Black Friday à la Parisienne. In Darren Star’s hit romantic drama Emily in ParisMarketing specialist Emily (Lily Collins) leaves Chicago for a job opportunity in the French capital, where she finds intrigue, romance and absolutely fabulous fashion. Check out her American spin on French-girl chic (created by costume designer Marilyn Fitoussi) to get inspired for your 2026 wardrobe makeover. And get ready for more of Emily’s expat adventures in the upcoming Season 5, which begins with Emily in Rome.
Don’t forget, you have one last chance…
To kill Nazis. Quentin Tarantino’s 2009 black comedy Inglourious Basterds Imagines an alternate World War II history in which a secret unit of Jewish American soldiers sets out on a bloody mission to destroy the Nazi Party. Brad Pitt played the Basterds’ single-minded lieutenant, and Christoph Waltz won an Oscar for his portrayal of a brutal Nazi officer. Watch it now, before the film says auf Wiedersehen at the end of the month.
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