The streaming giant's November offerings are particularly strong on the original series front, with several highly anticipated returns and a significant new limited drama. Leading the charge on November 5 is the second season of the acclaimed spy thriller, Black Doves. Created by Joe Barton, the series sees Keira Knightley and Ben Whishaw reprise their roles as Helen Webb and Sam, two undercover agents navigating a world of political intrigue. Following a successful first season that garnered critical praise, the new season promises heightened stakes and more intense action as Helen’s husband assumes the role of Prime Minister and new agents challenge the established order.
Also arriving on November 5 is the second season of the charming Canadian comedy, North of North. From creators Stacey Aglok MacDonald and Alethea Arnaquq-Baril, the series continues to follow Anna Lambe's character, Siaja, an Inuk woman in the fictional Arctic community of Ice Cove. The show, celebrated for its heartwarming narrative and humorous exploration of Indigenous cultures, self-discovery, and traditional Inuit values, delves deeper into Siaja's journey of rebuilding her life and identity.
Mid-month, on November 13, Netflix premieres the original mystery thriller film Heartland, starring Academy Award-winner Jessica Chastain. Chastain takes on the role of Misty Jones, a reclusive former country music star forced back into the spotlight when her niece, rising talent Charlie Heart (Carter Faith), vanishes. The film, directed by Shana Feste, plunges Misty back into the darker, cutthroat side of the Nashville music industry, unearthing old betrayals and long-buried secrets. This marks Chastain's second film of 2026 on the platform.
A significant addition on November 19 is the limited series The Altruists, a dramatization of the infamous collapse of cryptocurrency exchange FTX. Inspired by investigative articles from New York Magazine, the series chronicles the rise and fall of Sam Bankman-Fried and Caroline Ellison, the co-CEOs of Alameda Research. Anthony Boyle and Julia Garner portray the controversial figures at the heart of the billion-dollar scandal. Developed by Graham Moore, known for his work on The Imitation Game, and produced by Barack and Michelle Obama’s Higher Grounds Productions, The Altruists is poised to be one of the month's most discussed titles, arriving just as Prime Video releases its own documentary, The Boy Who Stole Billions?.
Closing out the month on November 26 is the second season of the popular crime thriller, The Hunting Wives. Created by Rebecca Cutter and based on May Cobb's novel, the series continues the story of Sophie, who found herself entangled in the dangerous lives of a seductive East Texas clique. Brittany Snow and Malin Akerman return, joined by new cast members John Stamos and Cam Gigandet, promising an even wilder and darker chapter. The first season was a major hit, topping Netflix's streaming charts, setting high expectations for its return.
Beyond these headline-grabbing originals, Netflix will also host the NFL's first-ever Thanksgiving Eve game, NFL Netflix Gameday: Packers vs. Rams, featuring a halftime show by U2. Additionally, subscribers can look forward to all seasons of the popular series The Neighbors and Power, alongside a wide array of new and returning licensed films and holiday-themed content throughout the month. From gripping thrillers to heartwarming comedies and high-stakes drama, November 2026 on Netflix offers a compelling slate for every taste.