The past year witnessed a slew of blockbuster sequels and major film releases making their way to Netflix.

The streaming giant’s 2025 line-up featured eagerly anticipated sequels such as the follow-up to Adam Sandler’s iconic Happy Gilmore, and the third chapter in Rian Johnson’s Knives Out series.

Viewers were also treated to potential Oscar contenders like Train Dreams, Frankenstein, and Ballad of A Small Player.

As we move into 2026, it seems we can expect more of the same with a host of anticipated films set to debut. While some titles are still awaiting confirmed release dates, they’re all slated to arrive within the coming year.

This includes the much-anticipated return of massive franchises and collaborations between some of Hollywood‘s biggest stars. Here’s what you can look forward to in 2026.

The Rip.

Kicking off the year is The Rip, a must-watch Netflix film that reunites Matt Damon and Ben Affleck on screen. The plot revolves around a group of Miami cops who stumble upon millions in cash in an abandoned stash house, leading to a breakdown of trust within the team , reports the Mirror.

As word about the size of the haul gets out, everything comes under scrutiny – including who they can trust. Writer-director Joe Carnahan has already given viewers a taste of what to expect.

He revealed to website Tudum: “The Rip came out of a deeply personal experience that my friend went through, both as a father and as head of tactical narcotics for the Miami Dade police department. It’s inspired in part by his life and then, by my enduring love for those classic ’70’s cop thrillers that really valued the character and interpersonal relationships and became touchstones of that era – films like Serpico and Prince of The City and more recently, Michael Mann’s Heat.”

The Rip is streaming on Netflix from January 16.

Peaky Blinders The Immortal Man.

2026 will also mark the year Netflix audiences return to Birmingham, 1940, reuniting with Tommy Shelby once more. Against the backdrop of WWII turmoil, he emerges from self-imposed exile to confront his most devastating reckoning to date.

With both family and nation hanging in the balance, Tommy must battle his inner demons whilst deciding whether to face his legacy head-on or destroy it completely. Oscar-winning actor Cillian Murphy reprises his iconic role in what pledges to be a spectacular feature film helmed by Tom Harper and penned by Steven Knight.

The ensemble cast features Rebecca Ferguson (Dune, A House of Dynamite), Tim Roth (Reservoir Dogs, The Hateful Eight), Sophie Rundle (After the Flood, Gentleman Jack) alongside Barry Keoghan (Saltburn, The Banshees of Inisherin) and Stephen Graham (Adolescence, Boiling Point).

Peaky Blinders The Immortal Man is streaming on Netflix from March 20.

APEX

Charlize Theron and Taron Egerton are set to face off in an adrenaline-fuelled thriller, where they will be thrust into a deadly game of survival. A sneak peek trailer for this potential surprise hit was unveiled recently.

Theron portrays a woman pushing her boundaries in the harsh Australian outback, only to find herself caught in a lethal cat-and-mouse chase with a relentless adversary.

Eric Bana is also rumoured to feature in the film.While no official release date has been announced, it’s anticipated to premiere sometime in April.

APEX is due to stream in April 2026.

Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew.

This could be one of Netflix’s most significant releases of the year, expected to enjoy a limited cinema run before becoming available for home streaming. With a December 2026 release window, it might become a popular choice for festive viewing.

Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew marks a return to the enchanting realm hidden behind the wardrobe, as envisioned by author C.S. Lewis. The film is based on the eponymous novel, the sixth instalment in the series.

Greta Gerwig, known for her work on Barbie, takes the helm as writer and director for this first venture into the high fantasy world since The Chronicles of Narnia trilogy (2005-2010). Netflix undoubtedly hopes this will spark a new franchise. The cast includes Emma Mackey, Carey Mulligan, Denise Gough, and Daniel Craig.

Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew is streaming on Netflix in December 2026