While many Stranger Things (2016) fans hoped January 7th would bring a secret new episode of the series, it brought something, arguably, better: Netflix’s full 2026 slate of TV shows and movie releases. Netflix is the world's largest streaming service, with over 300 million subscribers. The streamer is also in the process of acquiring Warner Bros. Discovery, which will significantly expand its offerings through HBO and Max’s extensive TV and film libraries.
There has never been a better time to explore all Netflix has to offer, especially with a 2026 slate filled with big names. From new offerings to expansions of beloved existing programs, Netflix has something for everyone in the new year. Viewers can use our guide to find out the 10 biggest upcoming Netflix releases in 2026.
Bridgerton (2020-present) Season 4 Part 1 & 2
Bridgerton is one of Netflix’s biggest franchises to return in 2026, and will also enjoy one of the earliest releases. Season 4 Part 1 will premiere on January 29, followed shortly by Part 2 on February 26. Bridgerton has enraptured audiences with its dazzling costumes, dreamy romances, and ability to transport viewers into an alternate Regency era. Each season focuses on the love story of one of the Bridgerton siblings, with season 4 giving the second-oldest son, Benedict (Luke Thompson), his chance at love.
Bridgerton had a powerful third season, sure to resonate deeply with hopeless romantics by exploring a realistic, conflicted, and sometimes awkward, yet ultimately genuine, love story. Season 4 promises to be just as poignant with Benedict and Sophie’s (Yerin Ha) Cinderella-esque romance. If you love shows like Outlander (2014) and House of Guinness (2025) that blend romance, history, and grandeur, you’ll want to tune into Bridgerton season 4.
One Piece (2023-present) Season 2
Once Piece season 2, titled One Piece: Into the Grand Line, arrives on Netflix on March 10. As far as live-action remakes of anime go, Netflix’s One Piece is one of the very best. Likely due to the strong influence of One Piece creator Eiichiro Oda, Netflix’s remake beautifully captures the spirit of the manga and anime, paying tribute to the original while tweaking it to fit the live-action medium. As someone who wasn’t overly familiar with the anime and daunted by its 1000+ episode count, I loved how Netflix’s remake made the franchise accessible to newcomers.
One Piece not only appealed to newcomers, but to longtime fans who have waited decades to see their favorite anime in live-action. The casting is impeccable, while the recreation of Oda’s vast world is awe-inspiring. One Piece (1999) fans and newcomers to the franchise alike will be pleased with One Piece’s live-action return.
Beef (2023-present) Season 2
Netflix and A24 initially marketed their show, Beef, as a miniseries. However, after season 1’s high success, Netflix renewed the show for season 2, which will be released on April 16. If you thought Amy (Ali Wong) and Danny’s (Steven Yeun) ending was perfect, you don’t need to worry about season 2 undoing that. Creator Lee Sung Jin opted to make the show an anthology series, so season 2 will focus on a new feud with a new cast.
Season 1 of Beef is an excellent show for fans of dark humor. While its story gets a little outlandish, it ultimately resonates well with audiences by delving into universal themes of depression, loneliness, and the layered lives of every individual. Like The Righteous Gemstones (2019) and The Four Seasons (2025), Beef is a rare show with the power to make you look inward, an element it will hopefully retain in season 2.
Little House on the Prairie (2026)
For the first time in two decades, a beloved work of children’s literature is returning to the small screen with Netflix’s Little House on the Prairie, slated for release sometime in 2026. Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House on the Prairie book series has been adapted numerous times, including the most popular version, Little House on the Prairie (1974). Long-held rumors of a reboot series are finally becoming a reality with Netflix’s series.
Given how well Netflix handled an adaptation of another classic work of children’s literature, Anne of Green Gables through Anne with an E (2017), I have high hopes for Little House on the Prairie. Netflix has advertised the show as a reimagining of Wilder’s work. If it finds the same balance of faithfulness and modernization as it did with Anne with an E, Netflix could offer quite a good take on Little House on the Prairie for this generation.
Stranger Things: Tales from ‘85 (2026)
While the original Stranger Things series has ended, the franchise will continue with the Netflix animated spinoff series, Stranger Things: Tales from ‘85. The series doesn’t have a set date, but it will premiere sometime in 2026. Stranger Things: Tales from ‘85 takes place in 1985, between Stranger Things seasons 2 and 3, following the main characters on a never-before-seen adventure as they face new monsters from the Upside Down.
Although the spinoff features the same characters from Stranger Things, they will be voiced by different actors. So far, the show seems closely aligned with Stranger Things in terms of genre, setting, and storyline. The most significant difference is that the animated format may lend itself well to bolder visuals and attracting younger audiences. Stranger Things fans hoping for a more accessible entry to the franchise for young viewers will want to look into Stranger Things: Tales from ‘85.
Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man (2026)
Four years after Peaky Blinders (2013) concluded, the story continues in the Netflix original film Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, premiering on March 20. The original series begins with Thomas Shelby (Cillian Murphy) navigating post-World War I Birmingham, England, alongside his Peaky Blinders gang, and ends in the mid-1930s. Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man picks up a few years later when World War II drives Shelby back to Birmingham, England.
The film has high potential not only to expand a wildly popular series but also to provide the perfect setting for continuing the show’s historical and political exploration. I think it could also be interesting for Shelby’s tragic hero arc to include a storyline in which he’s forced to return to his old life. With plenty of potential to keep up the show’s vibes while offering an emotional chapter to Shelby’s trajectory, Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man holds promise.
Enola Holmes 3 (2026)
Enola Holmes 3, the third installment in Netflix’s Enola Holmes film series, arrives in the summer of 2026. The new film takes the brilliant young detective, Enola (Millie Bobby Brown), to Malta as she tackles her most dangerous and trying case yet. Netflix’s Enola Holmes series is an excellent, wholesome take on Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes. Henry Cavill is a surprisingly posh and distinguished Sherlock, while Enola offers a heroine women and girls can see themselves reflected in.
Enola Holmes 3 is especially exciting since Enola Holmes 2 (2022) ended with the highly anticipated arrival of Dr. Watson (Himesh Patel). I can’t wait to see the franchise’s iteration of the iconic character and his relationship with Holmes. For viewers who want the reimagining that adaptations like Sherlock (2010) offer but with a bit more family-friendly arc and an irresistible dose of wholesomeness, the Enola Holmes series is a must-watch.
Narnia (2026)
Sixteen years after The Chronicles of Narnia film series ended, the franchise is returning through Netflix’s Narnia. Set to premiere in December 2026, the film will adapt the first chronological book in C.S. Lewis’s popular series, The Magician’s Nephew. It is the first time the book has been adapted into a feature film. In addition to being based on a beloved children’s book series, Narnia is directed by Greta Gerwig, the award-winning director behind Barbie (2023) and Lady Bird (2017).
Given its strong source material and director, Narnia has significant potential. It will particularly appeal to audiences who grew up with the Chronicles of Narnia film and book series. For viewers who look back on the books and movies fondly, Narnia offers an irresistible chance to re-enter that magical world.
Heartstopper Forever (2026)
After three successful seasons, Netflix’s Heartstopper (2022) will conclude with a film, Heartstopper Forever, slated to release in 2026. The film will adapt the sixth and final volume of Alice Oseman’s Heartstopper graphic novel series and serve as the series finale of Heartstopper. While I would have loved a full fourth season, I’m still grateful that we will get a proper ending to the series.
Heartstopper is one of Netflix’s best original series. It beautifully adapts Oseman’s works, combining live action with heartwarming animated graphics. The show works so well because it radiates with wholesomeness, wholly capturing the beauty and innocence of first love. Fans of Red, White, & Royal Blue (2023) and Young Royals (2021) will be especially excited for Heartstopper Forever.
Little Brother (2026)
Little Brother, releasing on Netflix sometime in 2026, is John Cena’s latest movie. This time, he’s teaming up with Eric André for what sounds like quite the hilarious buddy comedy. The film centers on a successful real estate agent (Cena), whose life quickly derails when his eccentric little brother (André) resurfaces. Little Brother likely won’t be as sophisticated as some of the titles on this list, but it will appeal to people like me, for whom Cena comedies are their guilty pleasure.
Cena’s recent comedies, Ricky Stanicky (2024) and Jackpot! (2024) were the perfect light-hearted, funny films to decompress with. While his more dramatic acting has caught attention, I love how genuinely funny Cena is, and that he plays the wholesome, innocent, or eccentric guy so well in most of his comedy movies. If you’re looking for a good time, Little Brother is the film to look forward to.
