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OTT Releases This Week: New Movies & Series on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar & ZEE5

Top OTT Releases This Week: Exciting New Movies and Shows Streaming Now Across Platforms

Written By : Humpy Adepu
Reviewed By : Sanchari Bhaduri

Overview:

  • Netflix leads with mysteries, family films, and dramas, offering binge-worthy options for every viewer this week.

  • Prime Video delivers both emotional storytelling and high-octane sports content to cater to diverse audience tastes.

  • JioHotstar and ZEE5 focus on family dramas and romance, enriching regional content choices.

This week’s OTT lineup is packed with exciting new releases across Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, and ZEE5, catering to every taste. Netflix fans can dive into mysteries like Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, thrilling dramas such as City of Shadows, or family-friendly fun with PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie.

Prime Video brings the intimate drama Tell Me Softly alongside adrenaline-pumping F1. JioHotstar presents the heartwarming story of The Great Shamsuddin Family, while ZEE5 drops the romantic drama Saali Mohabbat. 

Here’s a complete look at what to stream this week.

What are the Top 10 OTT Releases This Week: New Movies & Series

Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery

OTT Release Date: Dec 12

Director: Rian Johnson

Wake Up Dead Man is a clever, intricate Knives Out mystery starring Detective Benoit confronting a case. It is based at a Catholic church with a nest of secrets. The movie’s eerie tone and star-studded cast make it a must-watch featuring Glenn Close, Josh Brolin, Josh O’Connor, and Jeremy Renner, among others. 

City of Shadows 

OTT Release Date: Dec 13

Director: Jorge Torregrossa

City of Shadows revolves around a dead body discovered from a Gaudian landmark that forces a detective back to work. This six-episode Spanish mini-series is packed with suspense, building into a web of conspiracies, with added elements of corruption, hidden networks, and past mistakes. It’s a must-watch for every detective thriller fan. 

Kaantha

OTT Release Date: Dec 12

Streaming Platform: Netflix

Kaantha has a mystery plot set in the 1950s, starring Dulquer Salman as superstar TKM, who has ego clashes with his mate Samuthirakani as Ayya. While Rana Daggubati as Inspector Phoenix investigates the case, TKM and Ayya become the prime suspects. Explore the brilliance of storytelling by Selvamani Selvaraj, now streaming on Netflix.

PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie

OTT Release Date: Dec 14

Streaming Platform: Prime Video/Netflix

PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie, directed by Cal Brunker, is an animated superhero comedy set in an adventure city. A magical meteor lands in the area, transforming puppies into superheroes as they face the mightiest challenges to save the city. PAW Patrol will be streaming on Netflix and Prime Video starting December 14, 2025.

Single Papa 

OTT Release Date: Dec 12

Streaming Platform: Netflix

Single Papa is a warm, humorous story starring Kunal Khemu as the main protagonist. Khemu plays a care-free man-child who adopts a baby soon after his divorce, shocking everyone. What begins as reluctant panic gradually translates to an unexpected father-son bonding experience – the comedy, chaos, and tenderness of this movie is worth watching.

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The Fakenapping

OTT Release Date: Dec 13

Director: Amina Lakhnech

The Fakenapping is a Saudi comedy movie. The plot follows a debt-ridden entrepreneur who fakes his own kidnapping to extort money from his father; the film runs around ironic, painful backstories of bad decisions. It promises a fun, chaotic ride that you would not want to miss!

The Great Shamsuddin Family

OTT Release Date: Dec 12

Streaming Platform: JioHotstar

The Great Shamsuddin Family is a comedy-drama surrounding Bani Ahmed, a writer who dreams to complete her manuscript. But as old rivalries explode, emergencies pop up and suddenly, everyone needs her – Bani’s peaceful writing days turn into a roller-coaster ride of family drama, chaos, and emotional meltdowns. 

Tell Me Softly

OTT Release Date: Dec 12

Director: Pasquale Marrazzo

Tell Me Softly, a Prime Video original movie inspired by author Mercedes Ron’s novel, revolves around the intense contemporary romance between the main protagonist, Kamila Hamilton, her first kiss with Thiago, and her protector, Taylor. Tell Me Softly is fast-paced and emotional, offering a triple pov that threatens Kamila’s painful secrets. 

F1

OTT Release Date: Dec 12

Streaming Platform: Prime Video/Apple TV+

F1 is an attempt at redemption for a washed-up driver in a high-stakes racing drama. On the track, speed, pressure, and redemption arcs converge; expect motors to roar, adrenaline to spike, and a gritty undercurrent of regret and ambition. 

Saali Mohabbat

OTT Release Date: Dec 13

Streaming Platform: ZEE5

Saali Mohabbat, starring Radhika Apte, Divyendu Sharma, and Anurag Kashyap, is a comedy-thriller. The story revolves around Smita, a normal housewife who lives a peaceful life until a double murder shakes her world. Smita accidentally traps herself between love and the terrifying secrets of her husband and her cousin.

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Final Take

This week, OTT platforms serve up fresh entertainment for every taste. Netflix releases mysteries like Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, dramas such as City of Shadows, and family fun with PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie. Prime Video brings Tell Me Softly and F1; JioHotstar has The Great Shamsuddin Family and ZEE5 offers Saali Mohabbat.

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FAQs

1. What new movies and series are releasing on Netflix this week?

Netflix releases include Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, City of Shadows, KAANTHA, PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie, Single Papa, and The Fakenapping.

2. Which titles are coming to Prime Video this week?

Prime Video features Tell Me Softly, an emotional drama, and F1, a high-octane racing series, offering both compelling storytelling and thrilling sports action.

3. Are there any new releases on JioHotstar this week?

Yes, JioHotstar presents The Great Shamsuddin Family, a heartwarming series highlighting family bonds, laughter, and everyday moments, available to stream now.

4. What ZEE5 content is releasing this week?

ZEE5 releases Saali Mohabbat, a romantic drama exploring love, relationships, and emotional conflicts, catering to viewers looking for engaging Hindi content this week.

5. Where can I stream all these new releases?

You can watch the latest releases on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, and ZEE5, with each platform offering a mix of movies, series, and family-friendly content.

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