Netflix’s annual global fan event, Tudum 2025, held at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles on May 31, was a major showcase of upcoming releases, exclusive previews, and celebrity appearances. Here are the key announcements:
Major Series and Film Announcements
Wednesday Season 2
Netflix premiered the first six minutes of the highly anticipated second season of Wednesday, setting a mysterious and intense tone. One of the biggest surprises was the announcement that Lady Gaga would be joining the cast as Rosaline Rotwood, a professor at Nevermore Academy. The season will be released in two parts: Part 1 on August 6 and Part 2 on September 3, 2025.
Squid Game Season 3
The trailer for the third and final season of Squid Game was unveiled, with the premiere scheduled for June 27, 2025. Several cast members from previous seasons made a return, creating buzz and nostalgia among fans.
Stranger Things Season 5
Netflix confirmed that the final season of Stranger Things will be released in three parts between November and December 2025, marking the end of one of the platform’s most iconic series.
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery
The third film in Rian Johnson’s Knives Out series, Wake Up Dead Man, will premiere on December 12, 2025. Daniel Craig reprises his role as detective Benoit Blanc, joined by a high-profile ensemble cast including Josh Brolin, Mila Kunis, and Glenn Close.
Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein
A teaser was revealed for Guillermo del Toro’s adaptation of Frankenstein, starring Oscar Isaac, Mia Goth, and Christoph Waltz. The film is slated for release in November 2025.
Happy Gilmore 2
Adam Sandler returns in Happy Gilmore 2, a sequel to the cult comedy. The trailer was revealed, featuring a comedic appearance by Bad Bunny. The film will begin streaming on July 25, 2025.
Special Performances and Appearances
Lady Gaga’s Performance
Lady Gaga shocked the audience by appearing on stage from a coffin and performing songs from her new album Mayhem, including “Zombieboy” and “Bloody Mary.” She also performed “Abracadabra” in a duet with Jenna Ortega.
YA Series Crossover Event
A unique crossover brought together the casts of Netflix’s hit young adult series including Ginny & Georgia, Outer Banks, My Life With the Walter Boys, and Forever. The segment featured interactions and shared scenes that delighted fans of each show.
Tudum 2025 reinforced Netflix’s dominance in the streaming industry with a powerful slate of returning favorites, new releases, and ambitious storytelling set to unfold over the next year.
