Netflix didn’t just roll out a red carpet this year; it took over the Kia Forum in Los Angeles and threw a fan celebration loud enough to shake the internet.
Tudum 2025: The Live Event delivered exclusive previews, live performances, star power, and the kind of surprises only Netflix can pull off.
Hosted by Sofia Carson, with performances by Lady Gaga and Hanumankind, the event packed in new trailers, surprise announcements, and the kind of wild crossover moments that keep fandoms fed. Here’s a look at the most unforgettable moments from Netflix’s biggest fan event yet.
1. Squid Game Season 3 Trailer Drops in Style
The show opened with the unmistakable pink guards of Squid Game breaking into a dance routine across L.A. streets before cast members Lee Jung-jae, Lee Byung-hun, Park Sung-hoon, Kang Ae-sim, and Choi Seung-hyun hit the stage. The trailer confirmed: the games end June 27, 2025.
2. Daniel Craig Is Back in ‘Wake Up Dead Man’
The cast of A Knives Out Mystery: Daniel Craig, Glenn Close, Josh Brolin, Mila Kunis, and more revealed a first look at the third film in Rian Johnson’s mystery series. Wake Up Dead Man premieres December 12, 2025.
3. Chopper Makes His Debut in One Piece
The One Piece cast brought a major fan surprise with the reveal of Chopper, voiced by Mikaela Hoover. Season 2 arrives in 2026, and this first look hit every nostalgic nerve for longtime fans.
4. Ben Affleck and Matt Damon Drop ‘The Rip’
In a gritty teaser, Affleck, Damon, Steven Yeun, and Teyana Taylor introduced The Rip, a high-stakes Miami cop thriller coming January 16, 2026. The teaser? Shown once and then “confiscated.”
5. Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein Gets Its First Tease
With Oscar Isaac and Mia Goth beside him, del Toro unveiled a moody, haunting look at his long-anticipated Frankenstein. Expect atmosphere, intensity, and Oscar buzz.
6. Happy Gilmore 2 Trailer Swings In
Adam Sandler fans got their moment. A cast reunion, celebrity cameos, and a trailer reveal confirmed: Happy Gilmore 2 is set to land on Netflix on July 25, 2025.
7. Stranger Things Final Season Gets Release Dates
Finn Wolfhard, Millie Bobby Brown, and the gang confirmed that Stranger Things 5 will release in three drops: November 26, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve, with the finale set for December 31 at 5 PM PT.
8. Wednesday Season 2: First Six Minutes and a Gaga Cameo
The Addams family unveiled the cold open of Wednesday Season 2, which drops in two parts on August 6 and September 3. The kicker? Lady Gaga will appear as Rosalind Rotwood, a Nevermore legend.
9. Crossover Chaos: From WWE to YA Drama
Fandoms collided when WWE superstars introduced One Piece, AJ McLean teased his new singing competition Building the Band, and the casts of Outer Banks, Ginny & Georgia, and Forever joined forces onstage for a mega fan moment.
10. Lady Gaga Closes the Show With a ‘Wednesday’ Tribute
Wearing full Nevermore flair, Gaga performed a medley of “Zombieboy,” “Bloody Mary,” and “Abracadabra.” Her finale performance wasn’t just a tribute, it was confirmation that she’s officially part of the Wednesday universe.
Full List of Celebrity Appearances
From Oscar Isaac and Daniel Craig to Cookie Monster and the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, Netflix brought out nearly everyone in its rolodex.
About Tudum
Named after the iconic Netflix sound, Tudum is more than a fan event. It’s a global celebration of the stories and stars fans love, bringing together cast members, creators, and audiences under one roof whether that’s in São Paulo, Seoul, or Los Angeles. In 2025, Tudum LIVE streamed globally on May 31 at 5 PM PT from the Kia Forum.
