If you're looking to find what new movies and shows Netflix is adding this week, I've got you covered. The streaming service is adding 19 new movies and shows this week, and there are quite a few titles worth adding to your watchlist.
The biggest name, by far, is "Hamnet." This movie, while not a Netflix original, was a Best Picture contender earlier this year, so it's undeniably a must-watch.
But it's not the only title to add to your watchlist this week. Netflix's new adaptation of "Little House on the Prairie" arrives this week, as does "Love Is Blind: UK - After the Altar." The latter brings back several fan favorites from the past two seasons of the British reality dating show. Finally, don't forget to check out "Shipwrecked: Nightmare at Sea" if you love a documentary, or stream "Jeff Arcuri: Nice to Meet You" if stand-up comedy is more your style.
Those aren't the only movies, shows and live events to add to your watchlist this week, though. Here's the full schedule of everything new on Netflix over the next seven days, along with my top picks for what you need to stream. Don't forget to check out everything new on Netflix in July 2026 for even more movies and shows to check out.
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New on Netflix this week: Top picks
'Hamnet'
Genre: Historical fiction drama movie
What it's about: "Hamnet" is based on Maggie O'Farrell's novel of the same name, and it tells the (somewhat true) tale of Agnes (Jessie Buckley) and William Shakespeare (Paul Mescal). It starts with their budding relationship, then transitions to a story about how their son, Hamnet (Noah Jupe), influenced one of the greatest plays ever written: "Hamlet."
Why you should watch it: This movie will almost certainly make you cry. In my review of "Hamnet," I declared it a masterpiece that delivered one emotional hammer blow after another. I also predicted that Jessie Buckley would be a future Oscar winner, which was one of the easiest shots I've ever called.
Watch "Hamnet" on Netflix now
'Little House on the Prairie'
Genre: Western historical drama series
What it's about: Based on Laura Ingalls Wilder’s iconic book of the same name, this show follows the Ingalls family as they establish their home outside the developing town of Independence. That will require the family to overcome harsh conditions, including fever, wolves, and fire, as well as the presence of Osage natives already living on the land the Ingalls family was told they could take for themselves.
Why you should watch it: Fans of "Little House on the Prairie," or maybe even just those who have fond memories of reading it in school, will surely be looking forward to seeing this latest adaptation. But I'm most curious about how it handles the Osage Nation, as it seems the Netflix series will pay the native presence in the West far more attention than the book it's based on.
Watch "Little House on the Prairie" on Netflix starting July 9
'Love is Blind: UK - After the Altar'
Genre: Reality dating series reunion special
What it's about: Season 3 of "Love Is Blind: UK" is fast approaching. So before it begins, the star couples of seasons 1 and 2 will return for a special reunion, "Love Is Blind: UK - After the Altar."
Why you should watch it: This reunion brings together more than just couples. It also reunites exes, enemies and a few fan-favorites across three episodes. If you love a messy post-season get-together of your favorite reality star couples, you won't want to miss this.
Watch "Love Is Blind: UK - After the Altar" on Netflix starting July 12
'Shipwrecked: Nightmare at Sea'
Genre: Documentary movie
What it's about: "Shipwrecked: Nightmare at Sea" recounts and reexamines the tale of the Costa Concordia cruise ship. The luxury cruise liner infamously capsized in 2012 and remains one of the worst cruise calamities in modern history.
Why you should watch it: The Costa Concordia was massive, carrying more than 4,000 people at the time it wrecked, 32 of whom died. Worst of all, it toppled because it struck a rock formation while performing a sail-by salute; a real unforced error by the ship's captain.
Watch "Shipwrecked: Nightmare at Sea" on Netflix starting July 10
'Jeff Arcuri: Nice to Meet You'
Genre: Stand-up comedy special
What it's about: In "Jeff Arcuri: Nice to Meet You," the comedian tackles topics from marital pranks to urinal mind games and even his wife's battle with cancer. It was taped across five shows at the Celebrity Theatre in Phoenix, Arizona.
Why you should watch it: Known for being quick with a joke, comedian Jeff Arcuri finally gets his first hour-long comedy special on Netflix this week. If his brand of comedy is your thing, then this special is definitely a must-watch
Watch "Jeff Arcuri: Nice to Meet You" on Netflix starting July 7
Everything new on Netflix: June 29-July 5
JULY 6
- "Hamnet"
- "My Sesame Street Friends: My Abby" season 2
JULY 7
"Better Late Than Single" season 2 (KR) (Netflix series)
A fresh group of hopefuls moves into Eternal Singles' Village, shedding their inexperience as they navigate romance — and the emotions that come with it.
"Jeff Arcuri: Nice to Meet You" (Netflix comedy special)
In this crowd work special, Jeff Arcuri's rapid-fire wit is nonstop as he zeroes in on marital pranks, urinal mind games and taking down internet trolls.
- "Emeril Cooks" season 1
JULY 8
"I'm Not Afraid" (MX) (Netflix series)
When a 10-year-old boy stumbles upon a terrifying sight, he'll learn the brutal realities of life, survival and desperation of a town on the edge.
"Nothing to Lose" (FR) (Netflix film)
She gave everything to become a mother, so when her young son falls ill, Jada will stop at nothing to find a donor and save him — no matter the cost.
"Salcedo, Leather, and Boogaloo" (CO) (Netflix series)
Martín Salcedo is rarely swept off his feet — until Verónica Pinilla and Quiebra Canto turn up the party, booze and danger.
"Thunder 3" (JP) (Netflix series)
Unremarkably ordinary middle schoolers, Pyontaro, Hiroshi and Tsubame, wander into an extraordinary adventure when Pyontaro's little sister goes missing.
- "The Tick: The Complete Series"
JULY 9
"Little House on the Prairie" (Netflix series)
The close-knit Ingalls family builds a new life on the Western frontier, where the joys of nature and the struggle for survival are deeply intertwined.
JULY 10
"Ikka" (IN) (Netflix film)
With a loved one's life at stake, a celebrated lawyer must defend a man he suspects is guilty — battling his conscience every step of the way.
"Miguel Ángel Blanco: The 48 Hours that Changed Spain" (ES) (Netflix documentary)
This documentary explores how Miguel Ángel Blanco's 1997 abduction turned fear into collective resistance and shaped Spain's fight against ETA terrorism.
"Shipwrecked: Nightmare at Sea" (GB) (Netflix documentary)
Never-before-seen footage and survivor accounts trace the 2012 shipwreck of a luxury cruise and the disaster that ensued, in this immersive documentary.
- "The Paradise Murders"
- "Zola"
JULY 11
"The Apartment Job" (KR) (Netflix series)
Desperate for cash, a former gang boss teams up with an aspiring lawyer to steal an apartment complex's reserve fund — only to uncover deep corruption.
JULY 12
"Love is Blind: UK - After the Altar" (GB) (Netflix series)
Season 2's squad and some season one faves share ups and downs of life away from the pods, including divorces, new beginnings and unfinished business.
"Susana and Elvira: No Plan B" (CO) (Netflix series)
After a fallout abroad, two former best friends reluctantly reunite to plan a high-profile wedding for the hottest artists in town — with no backup plan.
Leaving Netflix This Week
Leaving 7/7/26
"The Roommate"
Leaving 7/8/26
"Silent House"
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