If your watchlist on Netflix is already overflowing, you might want to bump a few things to the top—because the platform is quietly preparing to clean house next month.
A surprisingly large group of films and series are scheduled to vanish, and some long-time favourites are among those preparing to take their final bow.
Fan-Favourite Movies on the Way Out
One of the biggest shocks is the removal of two films from the Mission: Impossible franchise.
Yes—the original 1996 movie and its 2000 follow-up are both packing their bags.
These were the films that kicked off the action-packed empire, so if you’ve been planning a nostalgic rewatch, now is the moment.
Kids’ Classics Leaving Soon
Families might feel this one: a couple of much-loved children’s titles are also disappearing.
Netflix’s own animated series Adventures of Puss in Boots is being retired, along with several Thomas & Friends specials.
If those are regulars in your home, it may be worth squeezing in a few last viewings before they steam away for good.
Why This Happens Regularly
Although these changes can feel abrupt, Netflix rotates its catalogue all the time due to licensing schedules and content agreements.
The upside? You still have a bit of breathing room—several weeks—before the final removals kick in.
A Look at What’s Leaving on December 1
Here’s the full list of titles saying goodbye at the very start of the month:
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24 Hours in Waitrose (2023)
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Adventures of Puss in Boots – 1 season
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The Blue Lagoon (1980)
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Dangerous (2022)
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Devil’s Workshop (2022)
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Equity (2016)
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Farha (2021)
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Filth (2013)
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Grandma (2015)
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Half Past Dead (2002)
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I Spy (2002)
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Kantaro: The Sweet Tooth Salaryman (2017)
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Love in Taipei (2023)
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The Missing (2003)
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Mission: Impossible (1996)
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Mission: Impossible 2 (2000)
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Mr. & Mrs. Smith (2005)
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The Offering (2022)
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Pru (2021)
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Revolver (2005)
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Snowpiercer (2013)
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Thomas & Friends specials from 2019
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Tyler Perry’s A Madea Christmas (2013)
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Welcome to the Jungle (2003)
Titles Leaving on December 2
A small but varied selection follows one day later:
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Black Is The New Black (2016)
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Fierce (2020)
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Kantaro: The Sweet Tooth Salaryman (2017)
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The Pembrokeshire Murders – 1 season
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Veve (2014)
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The Walk-In – 1 season
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Wolf – 1 season
December 3 Departures
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Check the Store Next Door: The Next Chapter (2020)
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The Coyotes (2021)
December 4 Farewell
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Dreams Drawn by Dust (2022)
December 5 Removal
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The Ruins (2008)
December 6 Exit
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World War Z (2013)
December 8 Final Removals
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American Made (2017)
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André & His Olive Tree (2020)
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Blood Line (2020)
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The Master Plan (2020)
So, What Should You Do Next?
Simple: if any of these titles are sitting on your “I’ll watch it eventually” list, you’ve officially reached the “watch it now” phase.
With only a short window left, a little bit of binge-planning might save you from missing something great.
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