OTT Alert | The biggest new releases streaming next week in the US – The Simpsons, Marvel’s What If…? & more

Several exciting new releases are set to premiere on popular streaming platforms from December 16 to 22, heating up the OTT landscape with a diverse mix of animated specials, sports documentaries and fantasy series.

From Christmas-themed episodes and sports stories to magical sequels and Marvel’s latest adventures, platforms like Disney+ and Netflix offer something for every kind of viewer.

Next week’s OTT highlights feature a mix of animated specials, sports documentaries and fantasy adventures. Disney+ brings The Simpsons: O C’mon All Ye Faithful, Wizards Beyond Waverly Place and English Teacher, while Netflix premieres Aaron Rodgers: Enigma. Marvel fans can also delve into Season 3 of What If…?, exploring multiverse battles and exciting twists.

Here’s a rundown of the best premieres to look forward to next week.

December 17, 2024: The Simpsons: O C’mon All Ye Faithful

Director: Matt Groening (Creator)

Genre: Animation, Comedy, Christmas Special

Synopsis: The residents of Springfield seek Christmas cheer when famed illusionist Derren Brown arrives with psychological tricks to lift the town’s holiday spirit. But chaos breaks out when Homer is hypnotized into believing he is Santa, calling into question the true meaning of a Christmas miracle.

December 17, 2024: Aaron Rodgers: Enigma (Season 1, Episode 1)

Directors: Gotham Chopra, Liam Hughes

Genre: Documentary, Sports, American Football

Synopsis: This documentary series follows NFL star Aaron Rodgers’ journey with the New York Jets and his life beyond football, including his advocacy of ayahuasca, a psychedelic brew.

18 December 2024: English teacher

Genre: Comedy, Schools & Colleges, LGBTQ+

Synopsis: Evan, a gay high school English teacher, and his colleagues struggle to balance the expectations of students, parents, and personal lives in this comedic exploration of school life.

December 20, 2024: Wizards Beyond Waverly Place

Genre: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Sequel

Synopsis: Justin Russo chooses to embrace his own mortality and reconnects with family, while Alex introduces Billie, a young wizard-in-training who seeks Justin’s guidance.

December 22, 2024: Marvel Studios’ What If…? (Season 3)

Director: Matthew Chauncey, Bryan Andrews

Genre: Animation, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Superheroes

Synopsis: Season 3 of What If…? explores alternate Marvel timelines. One episode shows the Red Guardian and the Winter Soldier in a heated conflict with Dr. Foster, promising exciting action and twists for MCU fans.