From Staff Reports
In Summary:
January on Netflix brings the highly anticipated Bridgerton: Season 4 Part 1, plus original films and series like Run Away and His & Hers. The month also includes a large lineup of licensed movies available from January 1, such as 12 Years a Slave and District 9—anime titles and live specials round out the varied January offerings.
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Netflix is kicking off 2026 with a strong and diverse slate of new movies, series, specials, and beloved returning content, offering something for every type of viewer. One of the most anticipated premieres of the month is Bridgerton: Season 4 Part 1, which arrives on January 29 and continues the romantic saga of the Bridgerton family, focusing on Benedict’s story in a tale inspired by An Offer from a Gentleman.
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Early in the month, Netflix kicks things off with a range of original films and series available January 1, including the thriller miniseries Run Away and the returning animated Dr. Seuss’s Red Fish, Blue Fish: Season 2. On January 9, viewers can look forward to the romantic comedy adaptation People We Meet on Vacation, based on the bestselling Emily Henry novel, bringing warm laughs and heartfelt moments to start the year. January 8 also brings the original psychological thriller His & Hers, adding to the month’s mix of genres.
Beyond originals, Netflix continues to expand its licensed movie catalog with a wide variety of films available throughout January. Classics and crowd-pleasers like 12 Years a Slave, 30 Minutes or Less, Green Room, District 9, and Erin Brockovich join the streaming lineup on January 1, offering drama, action, and award-winning storytelling.
Anime fans also have reasons to celebrate, with titles like Cosmic Princess Kaguya! and other international series arriving later in the month. And for fans of live events and specials, Netflix’s Monday Night Raw: 2026live stream and Mike Epps: Delusional comedy special provide additional highlights.
Across genres and formats, Netflix’s January 2026 lineup blends original premieres, returning favorites, beloved films, and a variety of global content — giving subscribers plenty to enjoy as the new year begins.
Key Points:
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Bridgerton: Season 4 Part 1 premieres January 29.
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Netflix originals like Run Away and His & Hers arrive early in the month.
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The romantic film People We Meet on Vacation debuts on January 9.
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Licensed movies, including 12 Years a Slave and District 9, join Netflix on January 1.
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Anime and international content like Cosmic Princess Kaguya! Expand the catalog.
Netflix January Calendar of Shows & Films
| Date |
Title / Event |
| January 1 |
Run Away (Netflix film) |
| January 1 |
Licensed films: 12 Years a Slave, District 9, Green Room, Erin Brockovich |
| January 8 |
His & Hers (Netflix series) |
| January 9 |
People We Meet on Vacation (Netflix movie) |
| January 15 |
Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials (Netflix series) |
| January 23 |
Cosmic Princess Kaguya! (Anime/Netflix) |
| January 26 |
Monday Night Raw: 2026 (Netflix live event) |
| January 27 |
Mike Epps: Delusional (Comedy special) |
| January 29 |
Bridgerton: Season 4 Part 1 (Netflix series) |
