Nothing new and exciting to watch these holidays? This December, discovery+ brings to you the ultimate watchlist that will keep you hooked and entertained. With an irresistible mix of shows – from unravelling ancient mysteries, heart-pounding prison escapes to a magical culinary showdown hosted by one of the most iconic Harry Potter duos, the Weasley twins, here is the ultimate holiday binge-worthy lineup filled with blend of genres across history, adventure, crime, reality TV and much more!
Key releases in December:
Mystery Hunter
In the brand-new 4-part series, Mystery Hunter host Rannvijay Singha takes the viewers on a captivating journey of adventure and exploration through the fascinating realms of Indian history. Throughout the series, Rannvijay sets off on several quests to unravel a different mystery – from ancient cataclysmic events that shaped the world to the baffling disappearance of one of India’s largest treasures. The last episode, which released on 10th December takes viewers through Rannvijay’s final mission to unveil one of India’s deepest mysteries.
Genre: History docuseries
Release date: 19th November, Tuesdays 9 PM
History’s Greatest Escapes with Morgan Freeman
In this 8-part series, viewers have history’s most daring jailbreaks come to life, including the inmates’ meticulous plans and the manhunts that followed. Morgan Freeman takes a look back at the biggest jailbreaks from some of the most notorious prisons in the world such as Alcatraz, Dannemora, Pittsburgh State Penitentiary and other locations.
Genre: Crime docuseries
Release date: December 4th 2024
Mankind: The Story Of All Of Us
Mankind: The Story of All of Us tackles the history of humanity through the ages. From how ideas are connected that take hold, to how the lives of people in one part of the world are influenced by events in another, the 12-part show explores the key turning points of the hunter-gatherer that helped shape a global citizen.
Genre: Documentary
Release date: December 6th 2024
Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing
It’s a new competition. Follow as a group of survivalists compete in a multiphase challenge to win the whopping prize money of $100,000. Bushcrafting, ingenuity, stamina and mental strength are tested for 45 grueling days. The competition is fierce, as survivalists can use any means necessary – even sabotage – to take home the grand prize.
Genre: Survival-adventure reality show
Release date: December 20th 2024
Harry Potter Wizards of Baking
In a celebration of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, James and Oliver Phelps, who played the Weasley twins in the films turn hosts as professional pastry chefs and cake artists compete in an ultimate culinary showcase. Located at Leavesden Studios in England, viewers are taken back to the actual sets where Harry Potter’s magical journey was brought to life. Each week, the culinary artists create massive, spellbinding and delicious showpieces inspired by moments and themes from the Harry Potter saga and present their creations in many of the films’ locations, such as the Great Hall, the Forbidden Forest and more.
Genre: Lifestyle reality show
Release date: December 25th 2024
Alien Encounters: Fact or Fiction
Alien Encounters: Fact or Fiction takes viewers inside a local watering hole in Roswell, New Mexico, where UFO experts Mitch Horowitz and Chrissy Newton use scientific data and research to search for answers about their strange, unexplainable encounters with UFOs.
Genre: Sci-fi docuseries
Release date: December 18th 2024
Wrap up this year with the ultimate discovery+ watchlist anytime, anywhere!