Netflix Kicks Off 2026 with Major Entertainment Releases Including Bridgerton Season 4 and Emily Henry Adaptation

Netflix's January 2026 Lineup Delivers Strong Start to the Year

Netflix is launching 2026 with a robust slate of content, featuring returning fan-favorite series, major film releases, and highly anticipated adaptations that are set to dominate streaming throughout the month.[1]

The streaming giant is bringing back several popular series that will drive subscriber engagement. Unlocked: A Jail Experiment returns on January 7 with its second season, continuing the social experiment format that generated significant discussion in its debut.[1] Love Is Blind: Germany follows on January 8, expanding the dating competition franchise's global reach with new cultural perspectives and unpredictable romantic outcomes.[1]

Major Film Releases and Literary Adaptations

Book lovers have reason to celebrate with the January 9 release of People We Meet on Vacation, a long-awaited film adaptation of Emily Henry's bestselling romance novel.[1] The adaptation aims to capture the emotional depth and romantic tension that made the source material a publishing success, positioning it as an early standout for Netflix's 2026 film slate.[1]

The platform is also delivering entertainment variety with Ghostbusters: Answer the Call arriving on January 1, offering subscribers a lighthearted supernatural comedy option to kick off the new year.[1]

Sports Entertainment and Catalog Expansion

WWE: Unreal returns on January 20, providing sports entertainment fans with behind-the-scenes access to creative decisions, backstage politics, and the business operations of professional wrestling.[1]

Beyond the headline releases, Netflix is expanding its catalog with award-winning films and long-running series. Notable additions include 12 Years a Slave, Pitch Perfect, Licorice Pizza, Southland, and Rizzoli & Isles, giving subscribers diverse viewing options across multiple genres.[1]

Content Departures

Netflix subscribers should note that Confessions of a Shopaholic will depart the platform on January 16, making the early weeks of January the final opportunity to revisit the Sophie Kinsella adaptation.[1]