Jakarta – New Year’s Eve is always the right moment for a movie marathon. Whether you’re waiting for the countdown while snacking, lying around all day at home, or deliberately looking for entertainment at the cinema, the choice of films is abundant.
Starting from local horror that gives you goosebumps, dramas that drain your emotions, to family films and animation full of nostalgia, everything is ready to accompany you to close 2025 and welcome 2026.
SHOWING IN THE CINEMA
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Mayit Hamlet
This horror film tells the story of four climbers who accidentally get lost in a mysterious market in the middle of the forest. Slowly they realized that this place was not an ordinary market, but a gate to another dimension full of terror and terrible rituals.
The tension in this film not only comes from supernatural figures, but also from the atmosphere of the people’s party which feels strange and deadly. Mayit Hamlet is suitable for those of you who want to end the year with high adrenaline.
This film opens December 31 in cinemas.
The Housemaid
Millie (Sydney Sweeney) gets a job as a maid in the perfect and glamorous Winchester family home. However, the longer he works, the more dark secrets his employer begins to reveal.
The film relies on psychological suspense, a chilling atmosphere, and a play on the characters’ emotions. The Housemaid presents a slow but piercing thriller.
This film opens December 31 in cinemas.
Modual Nekad
Saipul (Gading Marten), Jamal (Tarra Budiman), and Marwan (Fatih Unru) are again involved in a new problem that is more complicated than before. In order to get out of a difficult situation, they actually make reckless decisions that end in chaos.
This comedy is full of loose dialogue, absurd situations, and relatable brother-sister dynamics. Suitable for those of you who want to laugh out loud at the end of the year.
Modual Nekad opens December 31 in cinemas.
SHOWING ON TRANS7
Arganta
Syera is forced to face the bitter reality of being married at a young age to Argantara, a figure who actually becomes her mortal enemy. Differences in character and ego make their marriage full of emotional conflict.
This film touches on the issues of young marriage, emotional wounds, and the process of maturation. Argantara airs December 31 at 11.15 WIB on TRANS7.
Dear Nathan: Hello Salma
Nathan and Salma’s relationship is tested again by a misunderstanding that separates them. But the universe has its own way of bringing them together again through the presence of a third person.
This film is full of teenage romance, simple dialogue, and slow but deep feelings. Dear Nathan: Hello Salma airs December 31 at 13.00 WIB.
KKN in Penari Village
A group of KKN students had to face supernatural terror after breaking unwritten rules in the village where they served. A small mistake turns into a life-threatening nightmare.
This culture-based horror is again the right choice for the afternoon leading up to New Year’s Eve. KKN in Penari Village airs December 31 at 15.30 WIB.
Sister-in-law Is Death
This film depicts the drama of a household that is slowly collapsing due to betrayal and an illicit relationship with one’s own brother-in-law. The conflict is emotional and close to reality.
The story develops slowly but painfully, showing how one mistake can destroy a family. Brother-in-law is Death airs December 31 at 19.30 WIB.
Badarawuhi in Penari Village
Mila comes to a remote village to seek healing for her mother, but is trapped in the terror of Badarawuhi who targets her as the dancer of choice.
This film expands the Dancer Village universe with darker visuals and a strong mystical atmosphere. Badarawuhi in Penari Village airs December 31 at 22.00 WIB.
Mediterranean Sea
Haia accepts the offer to become a second wife in order to realize her dream of studying in South Korea. The decision opens up an inner conflict between love, faith and personal ambition.
This film presents a reflective and emotional drama, suitable for opening the New Year with reflection. The Mediterranean airs January 1 at 09.30 WIB.
Ancika
Dilan and Ancika’s relationship began with a warm and simple friendship. But over time, feelings slowly turned into a romance.
This film is full of nostalgia, light dialogue, and a typical atmosphere of Dilan’s world. Ancika airs January 1 at 11.30 WIB.
Kite Disconnect The Movie
Kinan continues to live as a single mother after being betrayed. However, old conflicts resurface when relationships with her ex-husband and someone new collide.
This drama highlights wounds, recovery, and life choices that are not easy. Kite Putus The Movie airs January 1 at 13.30 WIB.
Friends Limo
The climb of five young men to Mount Madyopuro turns into a horror experience full of terror, but still laced with fresh humor.
This film combines horror and comedy in a light but still tense style. Sekawan Limo airs January 1 at 15.30 WIB.
Connecting
The dismantling of a mysterious tomb by a shaman was carried out to stop the curse. However, this ritual actually awakens a deadly ancient power.
This Korean horror is strong in atmosphere and symbolism. Exhuma airs January 1 at 18.00 WIB.
Do You See What I See
Mawar felt in love for the first time. However, his friends began to suspect that his girlfriend seemed unnatural and kept a mystery.
This film plays in the realm of psychological horror and paranoia. Do You See What I See airs January 1 at 22.45 WIB.
SHOWING ON NETFLIX
Just Died
Echo is caught in a lie about the death of someone close to her. His life becomes even more chaotic when an inner child appears and forces him to face old wounds.
This film is reflective, absurd, but emotional. Left to Die airs January 1 on Netflix.
Goodbye June (2025)
Goodbye June is one of the most talked about Netflix films at the end of 2025. This film tells the story of a family who has to face the harsh reality when their mother is diagnosed with a serious illness just before Christmas.
Directed by Kate Winslet – which also marks her first debut as a director – this film is full of emotion, personal dialogue and inner conflict between family members. Goodbye June is suitable to watch at the end of the year because it invites viewers to reflect on loss, family love, and times that we often take for granted.
The Great Flood (2025)
This Korean fantasy thriller film stars Kim Da-mi and Park Hae-soo. The story is set in a world hit by a massive global flood that almost completely paralyzes civilization.
In the midst of a tense situation, a scientist tries to save his son by reaching the roof of a building that is slowly sinking. The Great Flood presents fast-paced suspense, intense disaster visuals, and emotional parent-child relationship drama.
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery (2025)
Detective Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) is back in action in the latest, much more complex mystery case. This time, he must uncover layered intrigues involving secrets, lies, and ulterior motives.
The film maintains Knives Out’s signature style: smart mystery, sharp dialogue, and entertaining satirical humor. Wake Up Dead Man is suitable for audiences who want something smart but still fun to watch on New Year’s Eve.
Jumbo (2025)
This Indonesian animation tells the story of Don, a big boy who is often the victim of bullying. His life changes when he meets a fairy who takes him on an adventure full of challenges and magic.
Apart from colorful visuals, Jumbo includes messages about self-acceptance, courage and friendship. This film has succeeded in becoming one of the local animations that has attracted the most attention and is suitable for all ages to watch.
SHOWING ON DISNEY+
Home Alone (1990)
Kevin McCallister was left home alone at Christmas. Instead of panicking, he faced two thieves with clever traps.
This film has become a year-end viewing tradition, full of slapstick humor and family warmth.
Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992)
Kevin is separated from his family again, this time lost in New York. He again has to face the same thief in a more creative way.
This sequel expands the scale of the story and retains the iconic humor.
The Fantastic 4: First Steps
This film reintroduces the Fantastic Four in a new universe with a fresh approach.
The story focuses on the beginning of the journey of these iconic superheroes, complete with action and conflict typical of the superhero genre.
Avatar: The Way of Water
This sequel continues the story of Jake Sully’s family who are now facing new threats in the Pandora sea area. The underwater visuals are the main attraction.
This film presents family drama and environmental conflict on an epic scale. Suitable for a spectacular year-end spectacle.
Avatar: Fire and Ash (A Special Look)
This special feature invites viewers to dive into the creative process and world behind the scenes of the film Avatar: Fire and Ash.
Viewers are invited to see another side of Pandora and how James Cameron and his team built their cinematic world in detail.
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