As the New Year approaches, the last thing you want is to juggle a late-night celebration with tired kids. If you’re looking for a way to enjoy a child-free New Year’s Eve without shelling out for a babysitter, Netflix has just made your evening a whole lot easier. They’ve rolled out a series of delightful, kid-friendly countdowns that allow you to ring in the New Year at a more manageable hour.
These countdowns, each lasting around three minutes, feature beloved characters like the Care Bears, Inspector Gadget, Mr. Peabody and Sherman, and King Julien from the Netflix original series All Hail King Julien. Simply let your little ones choose their favorite character, and you can countdown to the New Year at 10, 9, or even 8 PM. Once the kids are tucked into bed, you can kick back with your champagne and adult programming, finally free to enjoy some peace and quiet.
Last year, Netflix debuted a single countdown, but this year they’ve expanded their offerings after discovering in a recent survey that nearly half of U.S. parents prefer to celebrate with the kids and get them to bed by 9 PM. Interestingly, 41% of parents already employ tactics like fake countdowns to usher their children to bed at a reasonable time. Netflix is here to lend a hand, making it easier for us to manage our little ones’ bedtime while keeping the festive spirit alive.
Let’s be real—most kids won’t make it until midnight, and many adults struggle with it too (I’m definitely in that boat!). These Netflix countdowns provide an effortless solution for including your kids in the New Year’s Eve fun while still preserving some adult time. Plus, they’re charming and entertaining—just look at those adorable visuals:
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