Netflix typically kicks off the month by adding a large slate of movies to its library. And as much as I’m always excited about all the new arrivals, the not-insignificant downside is that the popular streaming service also removes a sizable collection of flicks at the same time to make some room.
Netflix has confirmed that on Monday, December 1, almost 50 movies will be removed from its library. That means you’ve got little time left to stream some crowd-pleasing picks from sci-fi thriller “Edge of Tomorrow” to the wonderfully warm “Paddington,” and many more worthy watches.
To ensure you don’t miss a must-watch movie before it’s too late, I’ve combed through the complete list of films leaving Netflix very soon and picked out the five you need to add to your watchlist right now.
‘Edge of Tomorrow’ (2014)
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“Edge of Tomorrow” is one of the most entertaining sci-fi movies of the past 15 years. I’m certainly blinkered by my love for any movie that incorporates time loops. However, even if you don’t have a particular fondness for that narrative framework, it’s still a supremely enjoyable romp that is anchored by a predictably compelling performance from Tom Cruise. And pairing him with the very likable Emily Blunt proves to be an extremely shrewd move.
Set on an Earth under siege by a race of hostile aliens known as “Mimics,” humanity is preparing to make a major strategic play by launching an offensive on the beaches of France. Public affairs officer Major William Cage (Tom Cruise) is forced to join the frontlines, but when he’s killed in the chaos, he awakens at the start of the same day. Stuck in a timeloop, reliving the battle over and over, he must seek out Sergeant Rita Vrataski (Blunt) to help him break the loop and find a way to ensure that Earth’s forces win the war.
Watch “Edge of Tomorrow” on Netflix until December 1
‘Cold Pursuit’ (2019)
Liam Neeson-fronted action movies are typically a mixed bag, but the Northern Irish actor does have a few gems in the many thrillers he’s featured in over the years. One of them is “Cold Pursuit,” a remake of a 2014 Norwegian movie and is a little less loud than some of Neeson’s recent efforts. Instead, it sees an “ordinary” man driven to extreme measures to get even after a criminal syndicate murders his son.
Nels Coxman (Neeson) is a snowplow driver and has even recently won the “Citizen of the Year” award in his snowy Colorado town. However, when his son is murdered, he sheds his upstanding citizen skin and embarks on a one-man mission to bring those responsible to justice. Using a “very particular set of skills,” he starts working his way up the chain until he finds himself the target of the leader, Trevor “Viking” Calcote (Tom Bateman).
Watch “Cold Pursuit” on Netflix until December 1
‘Paddington’ (2014)
It would be a shame to see “Paddington” leave Netflix in any month because it’s one of the most charming family movies of the 21st century. However, losing the brown bear from Peru’s first big-screen outing at this time of the year is especially cruel. “Paddington” is the perfect watch over the holidays, so be sure to add it to the top of your watchlist while you can. It’s every bit as delightful as its acclaimed reputation suggests. It’s quite simply lovely.
This 2014 feature film spin on the British mascot created by Michael Bond sees Paddington arrive in the big city of London with only a battered suitcase and a marmalade sandwich under his hat. The Brown family takes him in, and he quickly goes about causing chaos. Full of slapstick hijinks, charming characters, a wonderfully warm aesthetic, and a narratively simple but exciting third act. It’s become a modern holiday favorite for good reason.
Watch “Paddington” on Netflix until December 1
‘Inglourious Basterds’ (2009)
Quentin Tarantino has made plenty of acclaimed movies during his career, and while some will prefer the Hollywood homages of “Pulp Fiction” or the laser-sharp focus of “Reservoir Dogs,” for me personally, “Inglourious Basterds is Tarantino’s magnum opus. It’s a World War II flick done in a way that only Tarantino could, with a sprawling narrative, loads of dark comedy, plenty of pulpy violence, and an ending that I find myself rewatching often.
Telling two plotlines that eventually overlap, “Inglourious Basterds” is the story of a troop of American Jews, led by Lieutenant Aldo Raine (Brad Pitt), who parachute into occupied France to deploy an effective brand of guerrilla warfare against the Germans. At the same time, the movie also follows Shosanna (Mélanie Laurent), a French Jew, whose family was murdered by the despicable Hans Landa (Christoph Waltz), plotting revenge of her own.
Watch “Inglourious Basterds” on Netflix until December 1
‘Wonka’ (2023)
“Wonka” is another movie leaving Netflix this month that feels decidedly poorly timed. From “Paddington” director Paul King, it’s a colorfully wrapped movie musical that explores the early years of legendary chocolatier Willy Wonka (played by Timothée Chalamet). It’s packed with toe-tapping tunes, likeable characters, and the same inviting aesthetic that made King’s “Paddington” movies such a visual treat. A sequel is reportedly on the way, so be sure to get caught up. Or if you’re like me, rewatch for the upteenth time.
Arriving in an unnamed, but very European, city that’s obsessed with chocolate, Willy Wonka has grand plans to make his fortune by opening his own candy store. However, when corrupt business rivals plot to have him taken out of the chocolate-making game for good, he has to work his magic to save the day and his new friends. “Wonka” is sugary fun that the whole family can enjoy, and Chalamet is the perfect actor to portray the character
Watch “Wonka” on Netflix until December 1
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