The 15 Biggest TV Shows Coming to Netflix in 2026
2026 is shaping up to be one of Netflix’s most dynamic years yet, with the streamer doubling down on buzzy new originals and some of its most beloved franchises returning. From twisted murder mysteries and prestige sci-fi to whirlwind romances and comfort reality TV, there’s something for every kind of viewer in the months ahead.
This guide zeroes in on the 15 biggest upcoming Netflix TV shows confirmed to be hitting the streaming platform this year, highlighting the titles that are most hotly anticipated. That includes early-year heavy hitters like His & Hers, Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials, and the final season of Queer Eye, as well as the returning juggernauts such as Bridgerton, The Lincoln Lawyer, Love Is Blind, The Night Agent, and One Piece. Later in the year, fan-favourite series like Beef, Lupin, 3 Body Problem, The Diplomat, The Gentleman, and Nobody Wants This will keep the momentum going, alongside the return of the chilling Nordic noir, The Chestnut Man.
Whether you’re trying to plan your watchlist, keep track of key release dates, or just get excited about what’s coming after your current binge ends, this rundown will walk you through why each of these titles needs a prime spot in your queue, ordered by release date.
Release date: Jan 8
Starting this year out with a bang, His & Hers draws us into a thrilling murder mystery led by Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal. Thompson plays Anna, a reporter who returns to her hometown of Dahlonega, Georgia, after learning that a woman she used to know has been murdered. Her ex-husband, Jack Harper, is the lead detective on the case, but he’s hiding parts of what he knows about the victim, and both he and Anna find themselves increasingly drawn into the investigation while harbouring suspicions—even of each other.
With that calibre of casting and an intriguing murder mystery at its core, I was sold on His & Hers from the moment the trailer dropped. Thompson, in particular, has gone from strength to strength in recent years and closed out 2025 with a knockout turn in Hedda. His & Hers looks like the perfect mystery thriller to kick off the year.
Release date: Jan 15
Audience appetites for a good whodunit are never satiated, and there’s no better guarantee of quality than seeing a story drawn from an Agatha Christie novel. Seven Dials is set on a wealthy English estate in 1925, where, after a lively party, one of the guests is found dead under suspicious circumstances. It’s down to the inquisitive Lady Eileen “Bundle” Brent to diligently pick her way through the tangle of guests, hosts, and servants to unmask the killer before they strike again.
Featuring a stellar cast, including rising star Mia McKenna-Bruce as Bundle, and industry heavyweights Helena Bonham Carter and Martin Freeman, this new adaptation promises plenty of sharp dialogue and period atmosphere. Seven Dials should be the perfect cosy murder mystery for a winter night on the sofa.
Release dates: Part 1, Jan 21; Part 2, Feb 26
Bring the tissues and get ready to bawl your eyes out during the final season of the hit reality series Queer Eye. What started in 2018 as a tentative reimagining of Queer Eye for the Straight Guy quickly became a cultural sensation, propelling the new Fab Five (Jonathan Van Ness, Antoni Porowski, Tan France, Karamo Brown, Bobby Berk, and later, Jeremiah Brent) to stardom for their authentic, compassionate, and moving makeovers across the United States and beyond.
Over the years, they have helped both men, women, non-binary people, and even entire fire departments from humble but woefully self-neglecting routines into far more confident and, shall we say, more aesthetically competent chapters of their lives. In a TV landscape that often leans cynical, the Fab Five have been a rare beacon of light. I guess the good news is, after the series ends, maybe they’ll all have time to become my best friends?
Release date: Jan 29
Since Bridgerton first dropped in 2020, we romance addicts have been craving more. Luckily, Netflix has been happy to oblige with multiple seasons and even prequel spin-offs like Queen Charlotte. Season 4 finally shines a spotlight on the second son, Benedict Bridgerton, played by Luke Thompson, who has spent previous seasons in a haze of artistic and sexual exploration.
This time, Benedict is set to meet the enigmatic Lady in Silver (aka Sophia Maria) at a masquerade ball, a mysterious figure destined to capture his heart. Gone are the days of the full-season Bridgerton binge, as Netflix has switched its release strategy from a one-day dump to a two-part release: The first two episodes of Bridgerton Season 4 will arrive on January 29, with the remaining episodes following on February 26.
Release date: Feb 5
There is something incredibly comforting about The Lincoln Lawyer, and judging by the series’ enduring popularity, I don’t think I’m alone in this feeling. While it has its share of gritty, dark storylines, there’s a distinctly early ‘00s formulaic vibe that reassures you everything will work out in the end—and it mostly does!
Manuel Garcia-Ruflo returns this season as Mickey Haller, the charismatic defence attorney known around LA as the “Lincoln Lawyer” for his vintage Lincoln and his knack for pulling off unlikely courtroom wins. Backing him up once again are his loyal team: ex-wife, office manager, and brilliant attorney in her own right, Lorna (Becky Newton) and her new partner, Cisco (Angus Sampson), driver-turned-associate Izzy (Jazz Raycole), plus his first ex-wife, Maggie (Neve Campbell) and their daughter, Hayley (Krista Warner).
This season sees Mickey defend himself against a murder charge after a former client, Sam Scales, was found dead in his trunk. This case is by far their most personal yet, leading the firm into deeper waters than ever before, including confrontations with the FBI and with figures from Mickey's own past.
Release date: Feb 11
Can you fall in love with someone you’ve never seen in person? That’s the question at the heart of the reality series Love Is Blind, which is now entering its tenth season on Netflix. Contestants date in isolated pods where they can talk but never see each other, deciding over the course of weeks whether or not to get engaged and then discovering if the chemistry holds up in the real world.
Nick and Vanessa Lachey are back as the hosts of Season 10, guiding a fresh group of contestants who hope personality above all will be the deciding factor in finding a partner. The series’s success has created a larger franchise around the world, with spinoffs in the UK, Argentina, Germany, the Middle East, and beyond, providing fascinating insights into finding love across different cultures.
Release date: Feb 19
The Night Agent injected some much-needed Jason Bourne energy into the 2020s, and the upcoming third season looks set to be just the shot of adrenaline to blast through the February slump. After Season 2 ended with Peter heading into an even more dangerous mission as the stakes intensify, Season 3 finds him infiltrating the dangerous billionaire Monroe’s ranks to investigate his ties to (and power over) the new President of the United States, Hagan.
Forced to navigate shifting loyalties and constant surveillance, Peter teams up with a dogged journalist just as determined to uncover the truth. Although last season saw Peter and Rose agree to part ways to keep her safe, we can always hope she will make a return at some point in Season 3, since they made such a compelling couple.
Release date: March 10
The first season of the delightful live-action One Piece brought an infectious mix of positivity and adventure, making it one of the most beloved series of 2023. After patiently waiting for two years, we’re set to see Monkey D. Luffy and his Straw Hat pirates return for a second season of swashbuckling adventures on the high seas.
Season 2 sees Luffy and his ragtag crew continue their journey across the Grand Line in search of a mysterious treasure known as the ‘One Piece,’ which would crown Luffy King of the Pirates. Along the way, they sail through strange new islands and go up against new and old enemies alike, while deepening the bonds of friendship that have made this crew so easy to root for.
Release date: April 16
The first season of Beef became a sensation after it was released in 2023, turning a simple road rage incident between two strangers into a darkly funny feud that spiralled out of control and tore apart both their lives. With its pitch-black humour, razor-sharp writing, and standout performances from comedian Ali Wong and Walking Dead veteran Steven Yeun, Beef was the meal of choice that year.
Beef Season 2 resets the board with an all-new story and cast. This time, the action takes place in and around an elite country club, where a young couple witness a confrontation between their boss and his wife, played by Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan. That single moment triggers a series of escalating events and power plays between the characters. This fresh feud promises plenty of messy reactions and enough social satire to even surpass The White Lotus.
Release date: Autumn
It should surprise no one that Lupin will return for another round of daring heists and thrilling twists. Since its debut in 2021, the French thriller has become one of Netflix’s biggest non-English language hits, thanks largely to Omar Sy’s brilliant performance as the “gentleman thief” Assane Diop.
Assane is inspired by Maurice Leblanc’s classic creation Arsène Lupin, who uses intricate disguises and elaborate plans to perform seemingly impossible heists and exact vengeance on the ruthless businessman Hubert Pellegrini, who destroyed his family. Season 3 ended with Assane entering prison one cell door down from Pellegrini, so we can only hope to see him finally get his revenge in Season 4.
