What to Watch This Week in UAE: New Movies and Streaming Releases

This week brings an irresistible mix of big-screen action, twisty mysteries and returning fan favourites across cinemas and streaming. On Netflix, Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery puts Benoit Blanc on his most dangerous case yet, while Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft Season 2 and Record of Ragnarok Season 3 ramp up the action.

Disney+ returns to Camp Half-Blood with Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2, Prime Video launches heartfelt comedy Merv, Apple TV+ hits the track with F1: The Movie, OSN+ goes darkly magical with Death of a Unicorn, StarzPlay spotlights The Smashing Machine and UAE cinemas load up on new thrillers led by Dust Bunny. 

For more editions and future picks, bookmark the main What to Watch This Week UAE hub.

This Week’s Top 5 Must-See Picks

1. Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery (Netflix – 12 Dec)

Benoit Blanc returns for his most perilous puzzle yet as he investigates an impossible crime, backed by a stacked ensemble cast and razor-sharp twists. If you only watch one new film at home this week, make it this one.

2. Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft Season 2 (Netflix – 11 Dec)

Lara is pulled from solitary expeditions back to Croft Manor when a powerful Chinese artefact is stolen by someone tied to her past. Season 2 sends her across continents and into deadly tombs as she decides what kind of hero she wants to be.

3. Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 (Disney+ – 10 Dec)

Percy’s world of gods, monsters and prophecies expands as the new season pushes him deeper into the politics of Olympus and the dangers facing Camp Half-Blood. Fans of the books and Season 1 will want this at the top of their list.

4. Merv (Prime Video – 10 Dec)

Exes Anna and Russ reunite on an awkward Florida trip to help their beloved dog Merv find his spark again. As the holiday plays out, their messy, funny journey becomes as much about their relationship as the pup they both love.

5. Dust Bunny (In Cinemas – 11 Dec)

A reclusive hitman reluctantly teams up with a ten-year-old girl who believes a monster ate her family. What starts as a strange request turns into a brutal confrontation with real-world killers and a very real nightmare.

Cinema – New Movies in UAE Cinemas This Week

UAE cinemas crank up the tension this week, with new new movies in UAE cinemas opening on 4 December 2025 that range from intimate psychological breakdown to survival horror with dinosaurs. If you are planning a big-screen trip, these four are the ones to know.

New movies in UAE cinemas this week lean hard into action and dark fantasy, with three grounded thrillers and one family-friendly animated adventure all opening on 11 December 2025. If you are planning a big-screen visit, start here and then keep an eye on the New in Cinemas UAE hub for more listings. 

Dust Bunny – In Cinemas 11 December 2025

Action / Horror / Thriller | Rating TBC

Ten-year-old Aurora discovers her reclusive neighbour is not just odd, he is a professional hitman who hunts real-life monsters. She begs him to kill the creature she believes devoured her family, but he suspects her parents were targets because of him. As killers close in, the pair face a brutal showdown that blurs the line between childhood fears and genuine horrors.

Wildcat – In Cinemas 11 December 2025

Action / Thriller | Rating TBC

A former black-ops unit reunites when a young girl’s life is on the line. Forced back into the shadows for one last high-stakes mission, they attempt a daring heist where every move could be their last. The film focuses on tight-knit team dynamics, split-second choices and the cost of going back into a world they thought they had left behind.

A Line of Fire – In Cinemas 11 December 2025

Action / Drama / Thriller | Rating TBC

A former FBI agent is dragged back into danger when his ex-partner’s niece turns up asking for help. Her arrival pulls him into a web of old enemies and unresolved cases he thought were buried. The mission forces him to confront past mistakes while trying to keep her alive in a world that has not forgotten him.

A Tooth Fairy Tale – In Cinemas 11 December 2025

Animation / Family / Adventure | Rating TBC

A rebellious tooth fairy, a friendly troll and a genius goblin scientist are forced to team up when an army of spiders threatens to devour their magical realms. Their quest to save their world becomes a lesson in courage, teamwork and trusting unlikely allies. It is a colourful option for family cinema trips this week.

Netflix – New on Netflix UAE This Week

New on Netflix UAE this week ranges from anime-scale battles and globe-trotting action to slapstick family comedy and a major mystery movie event. There is enough here to fill several nights of viewing without leaving the platform. 

Record of Ragnarok Season 3 – Streaming from 10 December 2025

Animation / Action | 18+

Every thousand years, the gods decide if humanity should live or die. After declaring humans beyond saving, they grant one final chance through a series of 13 duels between legendary mortals and gods. Season 3 reaches the pivotal seventh fight, breaking the 3–3 tie. The stakes are higher than ever as both sides push past their limits, with the fate of the world on the line.

Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft Season 2 – Streaming from 11 December 2025

Animation / Action / Adventure | 16+

Set after the Survivor trilogy, Lara has pushed everyone away in favour of dangerous solo expeditions. When a potent Chinese artefact is stolen from Croft Manor by someone tied to her past, she is forced to return home and confront old ghosts. Her pursuit sends her across continents and into long-lost tombs as she faces her deepest fears and her own legacy.

Man Vs Baby – Streaming from 11 December 2025

Comedy / Family | 7+

Trevor has swapped tech chaos for the quieter life of a school caretaker, but Christmas upends his plans. Hired to watch a luxury London penthouse, he also ends up caring for the school nativity’s Baby Jesus, which has been left behind. Suddenly he is juggling a priceless flat, a real baby and festive madness, with another meltdown looming.

Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery – Streaming from 12 December 2025

Comedy / Crime / Mystery / Thriller | 16+

Benoit Blanc returns for a new case that may be his most dangerous yet. Surrounded by a fresh ensemble cast, he is drawn into a mystery full of impossible clues, hidden motives and moral grey areas. Expect intricate plotting, sharp dialogue and the blend of humour and tension that made the earlier films fan favourites.

Prime Video – New on Prime Video UAE This Week

New on Prime Video UAE takes a lighter route this week with one heartfelt, dog-centric comedy that doubles as a second-chance romance. It is ideal if you want something warm without heavy stakes. 

Merv – Streaming from 10 December 2025

Comedy / Romance | PG

Former couple Anna and Russ reunite on an unplanned Florida trip when their dog Merv loses his spark. What should have been a simple pet rehab getaway turns into a painfully funny, awkward holiday as old feelings resurface. As Merv starts to bounce back, the pair are forced to face why they broke up and whether there is anything worth saving.

Disney+ – New on Disney+ UAE This Week

New on Disney+ UAE this week is all about returning to the world of demigods, quests and prophecy with a big new season drop. If you like myth-heavy adventure, this is your main streaming event. 

Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 – Streaming from 10 December 2025

Adventure / Action / Family | 13+

After discovering he is a demigod and surviving a quest to stop a war between the gods, Percy finds that his problems are far from over. Season 2 takes him deeper into the politics of Olympus and the dangers facing Camp Half-Blood, with new gods rising and bigger threats emerging. It continues his journey to understand his powers, his friendships and his place in a world that keeps getting larger.

Apple TV+ – New on Apple TV+ UAE This Week

New on Apple TV UAE this week is led by a high-octane racing drama that mixes track action with a comeback story and mentor–rookie tension. It is a clear pick for motorsport fans and anyone who likes redemption arcs. 

F1: The Movie – Streaming from 12 December 2025

Action / Drama / Sport | PG13

Sonny Hayes was forced out of Formula One by a brutal crash in 1993 and has been racing endurance events ever since. When the owner of struggling team Apex GP offers him a surprise way back onto the grid, he finds himself mentoring a fast rookie and facing a sport that has moved on without him. The film follows his push for redemption on and off the track.

OSN+ – New on OSN+ UAE This Week

New on OSN+ UAE this week blends dark fantasy horror with a returning comedy series. If you want something strange, sharp or both, these picks should be on your radar. 

Death of a Unicorn – Streaming from 12 December 2025

Comedy / Fantasy / Horror / Thriller | 18+

A father–daughter weekend drive takes a surreal turn when they accidentally hit a unicorn. The creature’s blood has miraculous healing powers, drawing the attention of the father’s billionaire boss, who wants to exploit it. Their attempt to deal with the fallout drags them into a world of greed, danger and dark magic, where survival means outsmarting people who will do anything for power.

Bookie Season 2 – Streaming on OSN+ (Date TBC in doc)

Comedy | PG15

The second season of comedy series Bookie lands on OSN+, bringing more of its offbeat humour and character-driven storytelling. Fans of Season 1 can expect to spend more time with familiar faces as their lives and bad decisions continue to unfold in fresh ways. 

StarzPlay – New on StarzPlay UAE This Week

New on StarzPlay UAE this week is led by a true-life MMA drama anchored by one of the biggest names in entertainment. It is a heavy but gripping watch if you want something intense and grounded. 

The Smashing Machine – Now Streaming

Biography / Action / Drama | 15

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson plays real-life MMA and UFC legend Mark Kerr, nicknamed “The Smashing Machine”. The film traces his brutal early fights, rapid rise, the pressure that comes with fame and the opioid addiction that nearly destroyed him. It is a story about what it takes to be the best in a punishing sport, and the even harder fight to rebuild a life outside the cage.

Stay Tuned: What to Watch This Week UAE

Whether you are heading to Vox Cinemas for Dust Bunny or staying home for Wake Up Dead Man, this week offers plenty of reasons to press play. To keep up with new movies and shows every week in Dubai and across the UAE, bookmark the What to Watch This Week UAE hub and subscribe to your newsletter so you never miss the next batch of releases.

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