2018 may be coming to a close, but that doesn't mean Netflix is done offering incredible new TV shows for the year. With several new docuseries [1], Netflix's first Turkish original series, and some highly anticipated new seasons of some of Netflix's best shows (including The Ranch and Fuller House [2]), we'll soon have 31 new reasons to be cheerful this December. Check out the gallery for all the new and recurring shows you can't miss this month.
Memories of the Alhambra, Season 1
This South Korean weekly series follows an investment company CEO who travels to Granada after he is betrayed by his friend, only to find himself entangled with a beautiful hostel owner and former guitarist. A new episode will be streaming every Saturday starting in December.
When it's available: Dec. 1 [3]
The Sound of Your Heart: Reboot, Season 2
Based on the long-running Korean webtoon series, the second season of this show will continue to follow the daily lives of cartoonist Jo Seok, as well as his new wife and baby daughter. You can also catch up with season one, streaming now [4].
When it's available: Dec. 3 [5]
Bad Blood, Season 1
This Canadian crime drama tells the real-life story of Montreal Mafia boss Vito Rizzuto who, after serving 31 years in prison for murder, sought to exact revenge against those who killed his family and closest associates.
When it's available: Dec. 7 [6]
Dogs of Berlin, Season 1
This German crime series follows police officers Erol Birkan and Kurt Grimmer as they investigate the murder of the fictional German-Turkish football star Orkan Erdem, with a chain of evidence that may even lead them to the highest office in Berlin.
When it's available: Dec. 7 [7]
Pine Gap, Season 1
This six-part Australian political thriller is centreed around the Australian and American joint defence intelligence facility Pine Gap, where cracks start to appear in their alliance as spies infiltrate the network.
When it's available: Dec. 7 [8]
The Hook Up Plan, Season 1
In this French comedy series, a heartbroken Parisian who can't seem to get over her ex is unknowingly set up by her friends with a male escort, but what they don't expect is for Elsa to actually fall for him.
When it's available: Dec. 7 [9]
The Ranch, Part 6
In the sixth instalment of this comedy show, Colt and Abby (played by Ashton Kutcher [10] and Elisha Cuthbert) get ready to become parents, and a former soldier (played by Dax Shepard) who has some history with the Iron River Ranch will join the cast, filling the void left after Danny Masterson's dismissal [11] from the show in December of 2017.
When it's available: Dec. 7 [12]
Wanted, Season 3
In the third season of this underrated Australian crime drama, Lola and Chelsea find themselves in southern Australia as the result of a witness protection deal and on the lookout for a missing woman.
When it's available: Dec. 13 [13]
Cuckoo, Season 4
This quirky British sitcom's fourth season follows slacker Dale (played by Taylor Lautner [14]) as he tries his hand at hospitality and lawyer Ken (played by Greg Davies) as he deals with some issues at work. You can also catch up on the first three seasons, which are all streaming now [15].
When it's available: Dec. 14 [16]
Fuller House, Season 4
The fourth season of this Full House spinoff has DJ and Steve tentatively rekindling their old relationship and Kimmy pregnant — though whether she is acting as Stephanie and Jimmy's surrogate or carrying Fernando's baby has yet to be revealed. Be sure to catch up on the show's first three seasons in the meantime, streaming now [17].
When it's available: Dec. 14 [18]
Inside the Real Narcos, Season 1
In this new docuseries, ex-Special Forces commando Jason Fox dives unarmed into billion-dollar drug cartels in Mexico, Colombia, and Peru to understand the people involved and how the cartels operate.
When it's available: Dec. 14 [19]
Inside the World’s Toughest Prisons, Season 3
Paul Connolly — an Irish investigative journalist, radio personality, and documentary maker — takes viewers on tours inside the most frightening prisons in the world. Connolly demonstrates what living conditions are for the inmates, as well as the guards, changing the way you think about prison forever. Catch up on seasons one and two, streaming now [20].
When it's available: Dec. 14 [21]
Sunderland 'Til I Die, Season 1
This British docuseries follows the English soccer team Sunderland through the 2017 and 2018 season, following their disheartening relegation from the Premier League.
When it's available: Dec. 14 [22]
The Fix, Season 1
With comedians such as Jimmy Carr, D.L. Hughley, and Katherine Ryan set to star, this show will feature a constantly rotating panel of top comedians and actual experts as they attempt to tackle the world's most pressing issues.
When it's available: Dec. 14 [23]
The Innocent Man, Season 1
Based on John Grisham's 2006 true crime novel, The Innocent Man: Murder and Injustice in a Small Town, this six-part docuseries is centreed around two murders that shocked Ada, OK, in the 1980s, as well as the controversial chain of events that followed.
When it's available: Dec. 14 [24]
The Protector, Season 1
This first Turkish original series from Netflix will follow the adventures of Hakan, a young shopkeeper whose world changes forever when he learns he's connected to a secret ancient order and tasked with protecting Istanbul.
When it's available: Dec. 14 [25]
Tidelands, Season 1
In this Australian series, an ex-con returns to her fishing village of Orphelin Bay to discover a decades-long conspiracy involving half-siren, half-human residents.
When it's available: Dec. 14 [26]
Travellers, Season 3
In the third instalment of this time-travelling sci-fi series starring Will & Grace's Eric McCormack, MacLaren and his team attempt to cover their tracks after the truth of their existence is revealed to the world, all the while trying to find Traveller 001. The show's first two seasons are also available, streaming now [27].
When it's available: Dec. 14 [28]
Terrace House: Opening New Doors, Season 5
Japan's Real World-esque reality TV phenomenon will return for a fifth instalment, following six housemates as they go to work, make dinner together, and generally act far more well-behaved than any Real World cast members ever have. Catch up on the first four seasons, streaming now [29].
When it's available: Dec. 18 [30]
7 Days Out, Season 1
From Karl Lagerfeld preparing for the latest Chanel Haute Couture collection, to NASA's groundbreaking Cassini mission, this docuseries will offers an insider's look at the seven days leading up to some of the most significant historical and cultural events in the world.
When it's available: Dec. 21 [31]
Back With the Ex, Season 1
This Australian reality show reunites four single participants with their tumultuous ex loves years after breaking up, hoping to reignite their romantic pasts.
When it's available: Dec. 21 [32]
Derry Girls, Season 1
Taking place in early-1990s Northern Ireland during the Troubles, this comedy series follows 16-year-old Erin and her friends as they navigate their adolescence amid the country's political unrest.
When it's available: Dec. 21 [33]
Diablero, Season 1
Based on the book by Mexican writer Francisco Haghenbeck, this series revolves around Father Ramiro Ventura, a priest who seeks the help of the legendary demon hunter to search for a missing girl in Mexico City.
When it's available: Dec. 21 [34]
Parfum, Season 1
Based on the same 1985 Patrick Süskind novel that led to the 2006 movie Perfume: The Story of a Murderer, this German series brings the original story into a modern context, following a perfumer who begins killing female students at a boarding school to distill their essence and create the perfect scent.
When it's available: Dec. 21 [35]
Tales by Light, Season 3
The latest season of this travel show will follows a trio of renowned photographers on journeys throughout neighbourhoods of India, the reefs of Indonesia, and the backcountry of Australia to capture extraordinary images. Be sure to also check out the first two seasons, streaming now [36].
When it's available: Dec. 21 [37]
The Casketeers, Season 1
This original docuseries will follow funeral directors Francis and Kaiora Tipene, a husband-and-wife duo who run Waitakere Funeral Services and help support grieving families with the help of their quirky team members.
When it's available: Dec. 21 [38]
Watership Down, Limited Series
Based on the classic novel of the same name by Richard Adams, this adult animated limited series will follow a warren of rabbits as they attempt to find themselves a new home (and face many challenges along the way).
When it's available: Dec. 23 [39]
Wolf, Season 1
This gritty action show follows members of a special security unit as they confront danger and tragedy while performing risky operations across Turkey.
When it's available: Dec. 21 [40]
Instant Hotel, Season 1
This reality competition series follows teams of Australian homeowners as they stay overnight in one another's rentals and rate their experience, all hoping to earn the title of best Instant Hotel.
When it's available: Dec. 28
Selection Day, Season 1
Based on the novel of the same name by Aravind Adiga, this Indian drama is centreed around a 14-year-old cricket prodigy who tries out for Mumbai's under-19 cricket team and finds himself face-to-face with his older brother's rival.
When it's available: Dec. 28 [41]
Yummy Mummies, Season 1
Following four pregnant (and fabulously wealthy) Australian women, this reality series reveals the pressing choices and questions of expectant mothers in the upper crust.
When it's available: Dec. 28