Carl Roberts 
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It is the season to be jolly. As we sit down to celebrate Christmas with our families and friends, some hot entertainment has descended from the mountain on Paramount+. From the entertaining and delightful family film, IF (Read our review here), the remake of the classic Zorro, the period drama Queen Woo, the return of a serial killer in Dexter: Original Sin and science fiction frights with A Quiet Place: Day One (Read our review here.) There’s plenty to keep everyone happy and entertained after the big Christmas lunch. So, let’s see what presents lay under the Paramount+ Christmas tree.
THE ROAD TRIP
The box set becomes available on December 26th. It contains 6 episodes of 60 minutes each. The Road Trip is a witty, contemporary, emotionally complex romantic comedy about giving love another shot. Can someone be the right person, just at the wrong time? And is there ever a future in returning to a past love? Addie and her sister are on a road trip to a friend’s wedding in Spain when they are forced to share the ride with Addie’s ex Dylan, his irrepressible best friend Marcus, and complete stranger Rodney. With nowhere to hide but a creaky campervan, the group must confront their buried history as secrets and revelations cause many a bump in the road.
DEXTER: ORIGINAL SIN
Episode 1 drops on December 13th. There are 10 episodes of 60 minutes each. Set in 1991 Miami, Dexter: Original Sin follows Dexter as he transitions from student to avenging killer. When his bloodthirsty urges can’t be ignored any longer, Dexter must learn to channel his inner darkness. With the guidance of his father, Harry, he adopts a code designed to help him find and kill people who deserve to be eliminated from society without getting on law enforcement’s radar. This is a particular challenge for young Dexter as he begins a forensics internship at the Miami Metro Police Department.
ZORRO
The box set drops on December 6th. It contains 8 episodes of 60 minutes each. In 1821, Don Diego de la Vega becomes mayor of Los Angeles to improve his beloved city. However, the city is facing financial trouble due to the greed of a local businessman, Don Emmanuel’s, and Diego’s powers as mayor are not enough to fight injustice. Diego has not used his Zorro identity in 20 years but it seems he has no choice but to bring Zorro back for the greater good. But Diego struggles to balance his dual identity as both Zorro and mayor, causing strain on his marriage with Gabriella, who is unaware of his secret. Can Diego salvage his marriage and his sanity amidst the chaos?
QUEEN WOO
The box set drops on December 23rd. It contains 8 episodes of 60 minutes each. Queen Woo is a period drama series directed by Jung Se-kyo (Oh! My Gran) and written by Lee Byoung-hak (The Royal Tailor.) Upon the death of King Ko Nam Moo, Korea’s Goguryeo region’s ninth king, a fierce battle between all the tribes owned by the late King’s brothers begins. In efforts to inherit the throne, a chase to marry one of the King’s brothers ensues, and the series follows the journey of Queen Woo Hee, the first woman in history to become Queen twice.
MAKING A SERIAL KILLER SERIES 2
Episodes 1-3 drop on December 13th. Episodes will then drop weekly. There are 10 episodes in total that run for 60 minutes each. Making A Serial Killer returns to unpick the crimes of some of America’s most notorious killers, delving into their early lives and unravelling what shaped their evil characters. Poignant survivor testimonials and interviews with victims’ families will lay bare the heartbreaking stories behind each victim, while input from seasoned investigators, unfiltered police footage and accounts from those who’ve confronted these perpetrators will provide unparalleled insight into what led these individuals to commit such evil acts.
This true-crime series uses gripping detective stories, heartbreaking first-person reports and interview footage from interrogation rooms to help understand the actions of serial killers.
SNATCHED
Chris Allen holds up a photograph of his brother Marc Allen, who disappeared in Des Moines in 1986.
The box set drops on December 5th. It contains 3 episodes of 60 minutes each. From the team that brought you The Child Snatcher, this is a series of three shocking, terrifying and barely believable films about urban legends that just happen to be true, and the purest evil known to man.
Episode 1 / Snatched-The Disappearance Of Johnny Gosch. The Disappearance Of Johnny Gosch, a 12-year-old newspaper boy from Des Moines, Iowa, on September 5th, 1982, remains one of America’s most perplexing missing child cases. Johnny vanished during his early morning paper route, leaving behind his red wagon filled with undelivered newspapers. Initial investigations yielded few clues, and despite numerous leads, law enforcement was unable to locate him.
THE BODY
The box set drops on December 19th. It contains 4 episodes that run for 60 minutes each. This brand-new true-crime anthology explored murder stories that began with bodies discovered in unusual public or private spaces, leading to complex and gripping investigations requiring groundbreaking police work. With first-hand accounts from detectives involved, and chilling archives and evidence, The Body traces the unfolding tales of some of modern history’s most compelling criminal mysteries. Episodes include The Body In The River, The Body In The Suitcase and The Body In The Carpet.
IF
The film becomes available on December 29th. IF is a heartwarming and hilarious tale about a girl who discovers that she can see everyone’s imaginary friends, known as IFs. She embarks on a magical journey to reconnect forgotten IFs with their kids before they disappear. An adventure you’ll need to believe to see, IF is perfect for the whole family.
A QUIET PLACE: DAY ONE
The film becomes available on December 25th. Experience the day the world went quiet in this terrifying continuation of the A Quiet Place universe. When Samira (Lupita Nyong’o) returns home to New York City, her simple trip turns into a harrowing nightmare when mysterious creatures that hunt by sound attack. Accompanied by her cat, Frodo, and an unexpected ally, Eric (Joseph Quinn), Samira must embark on a perilous journey through the city that has suddenly gone silent, where the only rule is to stay quiet to stay alive,
THE BEST OF 2024
If none of that is to your liking, why not catch up on some of the biggest shows and movies that Paramount+ has to offer? These include:
A Bloody Lucky Day
A Gentleman In Moscow
Apartment 7A
Beacon 23
Curfew
Dating Naked UK
Frasier
Insomnia
Landman
Sexy Beast
Stags
Star Trek: Discovery
The Agency
Twisted Metal
Tulsa King
CONTINUED ICONIC SERIES
If that isn’t enough to keep you going, you can watch the continuation of some of the hit shows that have already premiered. Lioness Season 2 continues to roar with episodes 7-8 becoming available with all episodes available to stream on December 8th. Landman continues to look for black gold with episodes 4-8 becoming available with all episodes available to stream on January 13th. Yellowstone Season 5B continues to ride as episodes 4-6 become available with all episodes available to stream on December 16th.
Star Trek: Lower Decks Season 5 boldly goes where no animated series has gone before as episodes 8-10 beam down with all episodes available to stream on December 19th. While The Agency will spy episodes 3-6 with all episodes available to stream on January 25th.
The mountain will be delivering a sackful and more entertainment this December on Paramount+. So, sit back, relax and prepare to be entertained this Christmas!
Introducing Carl! As the News Editor at Future of the Force, Carl has been an invaluable member of our team since early 2016. His expertise and dedication have made him an integral part of our editorial staff. Beyond his professional role, Carl is a fervent supporter of Liverpool F.C. and an avid follower of pop culture. He has a deep passion for Halloween, Friday the 13th, and the iconic movie franchises Star Wars and Star Trek.
He can be found either at his neighborhood cinema, enjoying the latest releases on the big screen, or at home streaming the newest blockbuster movies.
