Netflix has revealed everything coming to the streaming service in January 2026, and the big name that will be on everyone's mind is "Bridgerton." The hit Shondaland romance series is back for season 4 at the end of this month. This time, the story revolves around Benedict (Luke Thompson), the second son of the Viscount and Viscountess Bridgerton. But the question on everyone's lips will be, "Can they get People's Sexiest Man Alive Jonathan Bailey to show up for a scene?"
That's not my most anticipated new title on Netflix this month, though. No, that honor goes to "The Rip." This action thriller stars Ben Affleck and Matt Damon as a pair of Miami cops who find millions during a drug bust. Unfortunately for them, they also find that more money does indeed create more problems, and their particular problems carry automatic weapons.
Aside from these top picks, I've got the full slate of everything new on Netflix this month listed below. Plus, we have a roundup of what’s leaving Netflix in January 2026, so you have one last chance to watch. For more, check out our recap of the best Netflix movies from 2025.
New on Netflix in January 2026: Top picks
'Bridgerton' season 4 part 1
One of Netflix's biggest hits returns for another season this month. For those unfamiliar with "Bridgerton," this alternate history romance drama is set in the Regency era of British history, specifically a version of the Regency era in which George III opted for legitimizing racial equality and then granted titles to several people of color due to the African heritage of his wife, Queen Charlotte (Golda Rosheuvel).
But it's not the royalty that are the stars of this show. Instead, it's the eight siblings of the aristocratic Bridgerton family: Anthony (Jonathan Bailey), Benedict (Luke Thompson), Colin (Luke Newton), Daphne (Phoebe Dynevor), Eloise (Claudia Jessie), Francesca (Hannah Dodd), Gregory (Will Tilston), and Hyacinth (Florence Hunt). Each season focuses on the love story of a specific sibling; in this season, it's Benedict who must navigate the complexities of British high society as he tries to woo a mysterious Lady in Silver, whose real name (unbeknownst to him) is Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha).
Stream on Netflix starting Jan. 29
'The Rip'
"The Rip" stars Matt Damon and Ben Affleck as a pair of Miami detectives, Lt. Dane Dumars and Det. Sgt. JD Byrne, respectively. These two are leaders of a narcotics squad, and their lives change forever when a stash house that was supposed to contain $300,000 in drug money instead contains millions. In fact, by the time their team, which includes Steven Yeun and Teyana Taylor, is done searching the house, they find $20 million in cold hard cash.
Unfortunately for them, it quickly becomes clear that this newfound wealth is going to be a problem for everyone involved. Once people who want the money arrive — with guns — the trailer for what appears to be a tense crime thriller turns into an explosive action thriller. We get flames, hailstorms of bullets and at least one car chase. I was already sold on this movie when I saw Affleck and Damon were starring, but I'm genuinely hyped to see if "The Rip" becomes the next great Netflix action movie.
Stream on Netflix starting Jan. 16
'Agatha Christie's Seven Dials'
"Agatha Christie's Seven Dials" is a new murder mystery show, adapting the Queen of Crime for Netflix. It stars Mia McKenna-Bruce as Lady Eileen “Bundle” Brent, a young woman determined to be a great detective. At a house party in the 1925 English countryside, she's tasked with solving how a practical joke could go so horribly wrong that it leaves one of the partygoers dead.
With all due respect to Ms. McKenna-Bruce, though, it's the two actors below her on the call sheet that have me so intrigued. "Seven Dials" also stars Helena Bonham Carter as Lady Caterham, who seems to be warning Lady Brent about the dangers of her investigation in the teaser trailer above. It also stars Martin Freeman as Battle, who figures to play a prominent role in how this mystery will unfold. Throw in that this three-part series is coming from "Broadchurch" creator Chris Chibnall, and you can consider my curiosity officially piqued.
Stream on Netflix starting Jan. 15
'His and Hers'
Another murder mystery to keep an eye on this month: "His and Hers." This new series stars Tessa Thompson as Anna, a recluse living in Atlanta, Georgia. She's eschewed her friends, her career as a TV news anchor and even her husband. But when she overhears about a murder in Dahlonega, her hometown in rural north Georgia, she ditches her reclusive life to dive into the case and search for answers.
It's not just the case that Anna finds in Dahlonega. Overseeing the investigation is Detective Jack Harper (Jon Bernthal), her estranged husband. He's as shocked as anyone to see Anna suddenly involved in this murder mystery, and is not above treating her as a person of interest. Did one of them have something to do with this gruesome crime? Or are they about to uncover something bigger than their marital squabbles? You'll have to watch to find out.
Stream on Netflix starting Jan. 8
'People We Meet on Vacation'
This romantic comedy just feels tailor-made for Netflix. "People We Meet on Vacation" is adapted from the hit 2021 novel of the same name by Emily Henry. It stars Emily Bader as the free-spirited Poppy, and Tom Blyth as the more buttoned-up Alex. Despite the unlikely pairing, these two have been best friends forever. Even living in different cities, they manage to spend time together on a trip every summer, no matter what.
Of course, you could already see where this is going, even if you haven't already watched the trailer set to Robyn's "Hang with Me," which just oozes Netflix rom-com vibes. Poppy ultimately catches feelings for Alex, despite protesting to everyone around her to the contrary. Will she manage to keep her best friend? Or is this new wrinkle too much for their relationship? You won't have to wait much longer to find out.
Stream on Netflix starting Jan. 9
Everything new on Netflix in January 2026
Synopses provided by Netflix
COMING SOON
"Free Bert" (Netflix series)
A gloriously messy dad and his equally unfiltered family cause chaos when they try to fit in with the snobby families at their fancy new school.
"Take That" (GB) (Netflix documentary)
This documentary uses never-before-seen archive footage to chart the rise, fall and record-breaking reunion of one of the UK’s most iconic boy bands.
"Undercover Miss Hong" (KR) (Netflix series)
Elite securities inspector Hong Geum-bo must go undercover as a 20-year-old junior employee at a suspicious investment firm.
JANUARY 1
"Dr. Seuss’s Red Fish, Blue Fish" season 2 (Netflix family)
Up, down... lost, found! Whether they're flying a kite or looking for lost treasure, Red and Blue's ocean adventures are always the opposite of boring.
"Love from 9 to 5" (MX) (Netflix series)
A hardworking employee and the boss's charming son compete for the CEO position at a major underwear company, but romance threatens to sabotage them.
"My Korean Boyfriend" (BR) (Netflix series)
Five Brazilian women, each at a different stage of life and love, travel to South Korea and meet their crushes in this K-drama-inspired reality show.
"Run Away" (GB) (Netflix series)
James Nesbitt and Ruth Jones star in this twisting, turning adaptation of Harlan Coben's bestseller about a father's search for his runaway daughter.
"Time Flies" (AR) (Netflix series)
Fresh out of prison and low on options, two women run a fumigation business — until a shady client pulls them back into the life they fought to escape.
- "12 Years a Slave"
- "30 Minutes or Less"
- "Becky"
- "Brüno"
- "Colombiana"
- "Conan the Destroyer"
- "Dawn of the Dead"
- "Despicable Me"
- "Despicable Me 2"
- "District 9"
- "Dune" (1984)
- "Erin Brockovich"
- "Falling Skies" seasons 1-5
- "Forever My Girl"
- "Free Solo"
- "Ghostbusters: Answer the Call"
- "Green Room"
- "Harry and the Hendersons"
- "Hellboy" (2004)
- "Johnny Mnemonic"
- "Just Go With It"
- "Lone Survivor"
- "Man on Fire"
- "Monty Python's The Meaning of Life"
- "My Girl"
- "Only the Brave"
- "Pitch Perfect"
- "Priscilla"
- "Twins"
- "Wild Things"
JANUARY 2
"Land of Sin" (SE) (Netflix series)
When a teenager goes missing, a detective with personal ties to the case joins a tense investigation that reveals fierce loyalties and old family feuds.
- "Found" seasons 1-2
JANUARY 3
- "The Following" seasons 1-3
JANUARY 5
"Monday Night Raw: 2026" (Netflix live event) (weekly event)
WWE's groundbreaking, Superstar-studded in-ring series delivers live action, drama and unmatched athleticism every week.
JANUARY 6
"Pokémon Horizons" season 3 - Rising Hope part 1 (JP) (Netflix family)
A year after the events in Laqua, Liko and Roy — joined by Dot and Ult — investigate a mysterious pink mist harming Pokémon across all regions.
JANUARY 7
"Marcello Hernández: American Boy" (Netflix comedy special)
In his debut Netflix special, SNL's Marcello Hernández shares his Latino roots, from unhinged family dance-offs to his mom's unforgettable life lessons.
"Unlocked: A Jail Experiment" season 2 (Netflix series)
At an Arizona correctional facility, a sheriff implements a bold experiment to grant incarcerated men more agency in this eye-opening reality series.
- "11.22.63" season 1
JANUARY 8
"His & Hers" (Netflix series)
Two estranged spouses — one a cop, the other a news reporter — compete to solve a murder case in which each believes the other is a prime suspect.
"Love Is Blind: Germany" season 2 (DE) (Netflix series)
A new group of singles arrives for the ultimate dating experiment: finding true love and long-lasting commitment without being able to see each other.
JANUARY 9
"Alpha Males" season 4 (ES) (Netflix series)
The woes of masculinity continue as the four friends grapple with fatherhood, faith and AI lovers — while seeking a man cave with no constraints.
"People We Meet on Vacation" (Netflix film)
Poppy's a free spirit. Alex loves a plan. After years of summer vacations, these polar-opposite pals wonder if they could be a perfect romantic match.
- "Prodigal Son" seasons 1-2
- "Stone Cold Fox"
- "The Threesome"
JANUARY 12
"Monday Night Raw: 2026" (Netflix live event) (weekly event)
WWE's groundbreaking, Superstar-studded in-ring series delivers live action, drama and unmatched athleticism every week.
JANUARY 13
"The Boyfriend" season 2 (JP) (Netflix series)
In snowy Hokkaido, new friendships and romances unfold as a fresh group of men navigate first love, unrequited crushes and feelings left on ice.
JANUARY 14
"The Queen of Flow" season 3 (CO) (Netflix series)
Love, music and a growing family have kept Yeimy and Charly busy in their years of peace — until a devastating event threatens to destroy it all.
- "Veronica Mars" seasons 1-3
JANUARY 15
"Agatha Christie's Seven Dials" (GB) (Netflix series)
When a lavish country house party ends in murder, a witty young aristocrat sets out to solve the mystery in this adaptation of Agatha Christie's novel.
"Love Through a Prism" (JP) (Netflix series)
In early 1900s London, a young Japanese woman enrolls in a famous art school, only to be surprised when rivalry with a gifted classmate becomes romance.
"The Upshaws" part 7 (Netflix series)
As Regina makes a run for office and Bennie's garage falls on hard times, the Upshaws will always find a way to keep it real, loud and full of love.
"To Love, To Lose" (TR) (Netflix series)
A star-crossed romance seals the fate of two families when a woman trying to save her family restaurant falls for the surly heir of a debt collector.
- "Bone Lake"
JANUARY 16
"Can This Love Be Translated?" (KR) (Netflix series)
The emotions of a celebrity and her interpreter get lost in translation as they travel the world filming a TV show. Will love find its own language?
"No Tail to Tell" (KR) (Netflix series)
Eun-ho is a lavish and eccentric nine-tailed fox. But her life changes forever when an accident with a renowned soccer star transforms her into a human.
"The Rip (Netflix film)
Upon discovering millions in cash in a derelict stash house, trust among a team of Miami cops begins to fray. As outside forces learn about the size of the seizure, everything is called into question — including who they can rely on.
- "Southland" seasons 1-5
JANUARY 19
"Monday Night Raw: 2026" (Netflix live event) (weekly event)
WWE's groundbreaking, Superstar-studded in-ring series delivers live action, drama and unmatched athleticism every week.
- "Sandokan" season 1
JANUARY 20
"Star Search" (Netflix live event)
Bigger talent. Higher stakes. Your vote. The iconic competition series returns for a new generation – live. The search is on.
"WWE: Unreal" season 2 (Netflix sports series)
Wild plot twists. Larger-than-life personas. And a whole lot of drama. Go behind the scenes with the biggest Superstars and back into the writer's room on the road to SummerSlam for Season 2 of WWE: Unreal. Participants for the upcoming season include Seth Rollins, Becky Lynch, Cody Rhodes, Rhea Ripley, Pat McAfee, Jelly Roll, R-Truth, Iyo Sky, Naomi, Chelsea Green, Penta, Lyra Valkyria.
- "Just a Dash" seasons 1-3
- "Rizzoli & Isles" seasons 1-7
JANUARY 21
"Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart" (GB) (Netflix documentary)
In the early hours of June 5, 2002, 14-year-old Elizabeth Smart was abducted from her bedroom in Salt Lake City, Utah, igniting one of the most intense and widely covered missing-person cases in American history. Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart is a gripping documentary feature that takes viewers inside the real story — told in Elizabeth’s own words and through exclusive interviews with her family, investigators, and those closest to the case. Blending archival footage and never-before-seen material, the film traces the harrowing nine months of Elizabeth’s captivity at the hands of Brian David Mitchell and Wanda Barzee. It explores the psychological and emotional toll on Elizabeth and her family, the relentless media attention, and the community’s tireless search for answers that recounts the indefatigable resolve to survive that kept Elizabeth alive, and her spirit strong — even 20 years later. The documentary not only revisits the events that shocked a nation but also spotlights Elizabeth’s journey of healing and her ongoing mission to inspire and protect others.
JANUARY 22
"Cosmic Princess Kaguya!" (JP) (Netflix film)
Iroha's life gets knocked off its orbit when Kaguya, a carefree runaway from the Moon, moves in and convinces her to perform in a virtual world together.
"Finding Her Edge" (Netflix series)
To save her family's rink, a former skater returns to the ice with an exciting new partner while holding onto feelings for her old one — her first love.
JANUARY 23
"Skyscraper Live" (Netflix live event)
World-famous free solo climber Alex Honnold attempts to ascend one of the planet's tallest skyscrapers in a high-stakes live event from Taipei, Taiwan.
"The Big Fake" (IT) (Netflix film)
An aspiring artist becomes a master forger for criminal gangs lurking in the underbelly of 1970s Rome in this drama film inspired by true events.
JANUARY 26
"Monday Night Raw: 2026" (Netflix live event) (weekly event)
WWE's groundbreaking, Superstar-studded in-ring series delivers live action, drama and unmatched athleticism every week.
- "My Sesame Street Friends: My Sesame Music"
JANUARY 27
"Mike Epps: Delusional" (Netflix comedy special)
Comedy superstar Mike Epps returns to the stage for his fifth Netflix stand-up special, Delusional. With his signature charm and sharp humor, Epps delivers a fresh set packed with big laughs and memorable moments, sharing hilarious and unfiltered stories of how a little delusion and a lot of hustle made him a star.
JANUARY 29
"Bridgerton" season 4 part 1 (Netflix series)
The fourth season of Bridgerton turns its focus to bohemian second son Benedict (Luke Thompson). Despite his elder and younger brothers both being happily married, Benedict is loath to settle down -- until he meets a captivating Lady in Silver at his mother's masquerade ball.
NEW NETFLIX GAMES JANUARY 2026
Best Guess Live (Now available)
Compete for a chance to win real money in this live mobile game every weekday. Use your smarts and five clever clues to submit the right answer first.
Dead Man's Party: A Knives Out Game (Coming soon)
Trust no one. Suspect everyone. Gather friends and family to examine evidence, hunt for the truth (or tell lies) and expose the killer in your midst.
Red Dead Redemption (Now available)
Journey into the sprawling American West as a former outlaw trying to bury his past. This acclaimed adventure game is now on mobile for the first time.
Leaving Netflix in January 2026
Leaving 1/1/26
"Agatha Christie's Crooked House"
"Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom"
"Baby Driver"
"Blue Beetle"
"Blue Crush"
"Blue Streak"
"Captain Phillips"
"Clear and Present Danger"
"Coach Carter"
"Crazy Rich Asians"
"Death Becomes Her"
"Dirty Dancing"
"Doctor Sleep"
"Don't Worry Darling"
"Dreamgirls"
"Fifty Shades Darker"
"Fifty Shades Freed"
"Fifty Shades of Grey"
"G.I. Joe: Retaliation"
"G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra"
"Ghost"
"The Goonies"
"The Hangover"
"The Hangover: Part II"
"The Hangover: Part III"
"How to Be Single"
"I Love You, Man"
"Isn't It Romantic"
"Kung Fu Panda"
"Kung Fu Panda 2"
"Kung Fu Panda 3"
"Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life"
"Lara Croft: Tomb Raider"
"Life of the Party"
"Lost" seasons 1-6
"Mad Max: Fury Road"
"The Martian"
"The Mask"
"Meet Joe Black"
"Ocean's 8"
"Runaway Bride"
"Scarface"
"Star Trek"
"Star Trek Beyond"
"Star Trek Into Darkness"
"The Sweetest Thing"
"Taxi Driver"
"Training Day"
"Zero Dark Thirty"
Leaving 1/2/26
"Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story"
Leaving 1/3/26
"Mr. Robot" seasons 1-4
Leaving 1/9/26
"Maze Runner: Death Cure"
"Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials"
"The Maze Runner"
Leaving 1/16/26
"Confessions of a Shopaholic"
Leaving 1/18/26
"Donnie Darko"
Leaving 1/23/26
"House of Lies" seasons 1-5
Leaving 1/29/26
"Prison Break" seasons 1-5
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