Streaming live from the Kia Forum in Los Angeles, Netflix held its yearly omnibus fan event packed with major reveals and celebrity appearances. From the second half of 2025 until 2026, here's what Netflix has in store for fans.
SQUID GAME S3
Setting the scene for an incredible lineup of series and films hitting our screens—big and small—the iconic pink guards from Squid Game made a thrilling entrance with a dynamic dance performance, paving the way for the players’ arrival. Lee Jung-jae, Lee Byung-hun, Park Sung-hoon, Kang Ae-sim, and Choi Seung-hyun gave fans an exclusive sneak peek at the shocking twists set to unfold in the epic finale airing on 27 June. The final games are about to begin.
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WAKE UP DEAD MAN: A KNIVES OUT MYSTERY
Fans were also treated to an exclusive first look at the upcoming film Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, featuring Daniel Craig’s return as detective Benoit Blanc, as well as the crime thriller The Rip, starring Matt Damon and Ben Affleck.
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ONE PIECE
The return of the Straw Hat Pirates signals the arrival of One Piece Season 2. The crew joined fans for an exclusive preview of the upcoming season, confirming the long-awaited debut of fan favourite Tony Tony Chopper. We can’t wait to see the adventures of this adorable, bumbling reindeer and the rest of the crew unfold in 2026.
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HAPPY GILMORE 2
After nearly 30 years, Adam Sandler and Julie Bowen reunite to announce Happy Gilmore 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the 1996 sports comedy classic. To celebrate, a Q&A session gave fans the chance to ask burning questions about what to expect from the sequel. The event ended with a bang, premiering the movie’s trailer packed with surprising cameos from Hollywood’s biggest names.
FRANKENSTEIN
Guillermo del Toro delivers a haunting first look at his upcoming adaptation of Frankenstein. Joined by cast members Oscar Isaac, Mia Goth, and Jacob Elordi, the acclaimed director—known for his distinct filmmaking style—shares insights into the process of bringing the film to life. With gothic visuals and a somber tone, fans are captivated and eagerly anticipating del Toro’s visionary take on the Mary Shelley classic.
STRANGER THINGS S5
Part of the Hawkins Gang took the stage to announce the fifth and final season of Stranger Things, set to release in three parts on 26 November, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve. As the ultimate showdown begins, the gang must stand together one last time to defeat the darkness terrorising Hawkins.
LADY GAGA TO STAR IN WEDNESDAY S2
A moment that set the internet ablaze: Lady Gaga emerged from a coffin on stage to confirm her addition to the Wednesday cast in Season 2. Playing Rosalind Rotwood, a mysterious and enigmatic Nevermore teacher, Gaga’s grand entrance was paired with a medley of her hits including ‘Zombieboy,’ ‘Bloody Mary,’ and ‘Abracadabra.’ The reveal followed a first look at the opening six minutes of the upcoming season, leaving fans absolutely stunned. Mother Monster is in her element and ready to bring mayhem when the season airs on 6 August and 3 September.