Netflix Kicks Off 2026 with Major Returning Series
Netflix launches its January 2026 slate with high-profile returning shows. **Bridgerton** leads the pack alongside every James Bond film, drawing fans back to the streaming service early in the new year[1].
Other notable returns include Unlocked: A Jail Experiment on January 7, continuing its intense social experiment format that generated significant buzz last season[1]. Love Is Blind: Germany arrives January 8, introducing fresh cultural twists to the dating reality series[1].
WWE Unreal and Sports Entertainment Highlights
Sports fans receive a treat with **WWE Unreal** returning on January 20. The series offers an inside look at wrestling's creative decisions, backstage dynamics, and business operations[1].
- Viewers gain unprecedented access to WWE's inner workings.
- Previous seasons sparked discussions on industry politics.
Key Movie Additions and Adaptations
Movies dominate the early month with **Ghostbusters: Answer the Call** streaming from January 1, providing supernatural comedy to start the year[1]. On January 9, **People We Meet on Vacation** debuts as the adaptation of Emily Henry's bestselling romance novel[1].
**Bob Marley: One Love (2024)** joins on January 12, celebrating the music icon's life and legacy[1]. Award-winning films like 12 Years a Slave and crowd-pleasers such as Pitch Perfect also enter the catalog[1].
New Originals and Limited Series
Fresh content includes **Marcello Hernรกndez: American Boy (2026)** on January 7, a new comedy special[1]. **Good Cop / Bad Cop Season 1** premieres January 6, alongside **11.22.63 Limited Series** on the same day[1].
- Taskaree: The Smugglerโs Web Season 1 launches January 14, exploring criminal networks.
- The Queen of Flow Season 3 and Veronica Mars Seasons 1โ3 arrive January 14[1].
Additional Titles and Farewells
January 3 brings **The Following Seasons 1โ3** and **Defying Destiny Season 1**[1]. **The Boyfriend Season 2** streams January 13, while **Distorted (2018)** hits January 14[1].
Subscribers must catch **Confessions of a Shopaholic** before it leaves January 16[1]. Classics like Licorice Pizza, Southland, and Rizzoli & Isles round out a diverse selection[1].
Public Reaction and Viewing Tips
The lineup positions Netflix strongly for 2026, blending nostalgia, new stories, and blockbusters. Early releases like James Bond films and Bridgerton cater to broad audiences seeking immediate entertainment[1].
Viewers should prioritize weekends for premieres, with multiple titles dropping weekly to sustain momentum through the month[1].
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