15 New Movies On Netflix January 2026

Explore our hand-picked selection of 15 titles. Ratings, reviews, and streaming options included.

Searching for new movies on netflix january 2026 that are worth your time? This curated listicle breaks down the top new releases — from the lyrical Train Dreams and the tense mystery Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery to the intimate biographical drama Queen of Chess — so you can pick a movie that fits your mood. We'll run through genres like drama, documentary, biography, action, and crime, offer quick verdicts and star highlights, and spotlight the best new movies on netflix january 2026 for different tastes and viewing occasions. Expect concise synopses, runtime and rating notes, and streaming availability so you can queue up the titles you want to watch tonight. Whether you're after uncompromising indie cinema or crowd-pleasing mysteries, this guide makes it simple to find the top new movies on netflix january 2026 to stream.

Table of Contents

1. Train Dreams
2. Queen of Chess
3. The Rip
4. 28 Years Later
5. Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery
6. Honey Don't!
7. Frankenstein
8. People We Meet on Vacation
9. Caught Stealing
10. The Investigation of Lucy Letby
11. Jay Kelly
12. The Perfect Neighbor
13. M3GAN 2.0
14. A Big Bold Beautiful Journey
15. Miracle: The Boys of '80

1. Train Dreams

Year: 2025 | Rating: 7.5/10 | Type: Movie

Genres: drama

A logger leads a life of quiet grace as he experiences love and loss during an era of monumental change in early 20th-century America.

Available on: Netflix

Directed by: Clint Bentley

2. Queen of Chess

Year: 2026 | Rating: 8/10 | Type: Movie

Genres: documentary, biography

A Hungarian girl dreams of conquering international men’s chess. After a 15-year battle against world champion Garry Kasparov and her domineering father, Judit Polgár revolutionizes the sport’s patriarchal culture to become one of the greatest chess prodigies in history and the greatest woman chess player of all time.

Available on: Netflix

Directed by: Rory Kennedy

3. The Rip

Year: 2026 | Rating: 6.8/10 | Type: Movie

Genres: action, crime, drama, mystery, thriller

After a team of Miami cops discovers millions in cash inside a derelict stash house, trust frays as everything — and everyone — is called into question.

Available on: Netflix

Directed by: Joe Carnahan

4. 28 Years Later

Year: 2025 | Rating: 6.6/10 | Type: Movie

Genres: horror, sci-fi, thriller

Twenty-eight years since the rage virus escaped a biological weapons laboratory, now, still in a ruthlessly enforced quarantine, some have found ways to exist amidst the infected. One such group lives on a small island connected to the mainland by a single, heavily-defended causeway. When one member departs on a mission into the dark heart of the mainland, he discovers secrets, wonders, and horrors that have mutated not only the infected but other survivors as well.

Available on: Netflix

Directed by: Danny Boyle

5. Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery

Year: 2025 | Rating: 7.3/10 | Type: Movie

Genres: comedy, crime, drama, mystery, thriller

When young priest Jud Duplenticy is sent to assist charismatic firebrand Monsignor Jefferson Wicks, it’s clear that all is not well in the pews. After a sudden and seemingly impossible murder rocks the town, the lack of an obvious suspect prompts local police chief Geraldine Scott to join forces with renowned detective Benoit Blanc to unravel a mystery that defies all logic.

Available on: Netflix

Directed by: Rian Johnson

6. Honey Don't!

Year: 2025 | Rating: 5.2/10 | Type: Movie

Genres: comedy, crime, mystery, thriller

Honey O'Donahue, a small-town private investigator, delves into a series of strange deaths tied to a mysterious church.

Available on: Netflix

Directed by: Ethan Coen

7. Frankenstein

Year: 2025 | Rating: 7.5/10 | Type: Movie

Genres: drama, fantasy, horror, sci-fi

Dr. Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant but egotistical scientist, brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment that ultimately leads to the undoing of both the creator and his tragic creation.

Available on: Netflix

Directed by: Guillermo del Toro

8. People We Meet on Vacation

Year: 2026 | Rating: 6.7/10 | Type: Movie

Genres: romance

Poppy's a free spirit. Alex loves a plan. After years of summer vacations, these polar-opposite pals wonder if they could be a perfect romantic match.

Available on: Netflix

Directed by: Brett Haley

9. Caught Stealing

Year: 2025 | Rating: 6.9/10 | Type: Movie

Genres: comedy, crime, thriller

Burned-out ex-baseball player Hank Thompson unexpectedly finds himself embroiled in a dangerous struggle for survival amidst the criminal underbelly of late 1990s New York City, forced to navigate a treacherous underworld he never imagined.

Available on: Netflix

Directed by: Darren Aronofsky

10. The Investigation of Lucy Letby

Year: 2026 | Rating: 5.6/10 | Type: Movie

Genres: documentary, crime

An engaging and thought-provoking look at Lucy Letby, the former nurse serving life in prison after being convicted of the murders of seven infants and the attempted murders of seven others.

Available on: Netflix

Directed by: Dominic Sivyer

11. Jay Kelly

Year: 2025 | Rating: 6.6/10 | Type: Movie

Genres: comedy, drama

Famous movie actor Jay Kelly embarks on a journey of self-discovery, confronting both his past and present, accompanied by his devoted manager, Ron.

Available on: Netflix

Directed by: Noah Baumbach

12. The Perfect Neighbor

Year: 2025 | Rating: 7.1/10 | Type: Movie

Genres: documentary, crime, drama, thriller

Police bodycam footage reveals how a long-running neighborhood dispute turned fatal in this documentary about fear, prejudice and Stand Your Ground laws.

Available on: Netflix

Directed by: Geeta Gandbhir

13. M3GAN 2.0

Year: 2025 | Rating: 6/10 | Type: Movie

Genres: action, sci-fi, thriller

After the underlying tech for M3GAN is stolen and misused by a powerful defense contractor to create a military-grade weapon known as Amelia, M3GAN's creator Gemma realizes that the only option is to resurrect M3GAN and give her a few upgrades, making her faster, stronger, and more lethal.

Available on: Netflix

Directed by: Gerard Johnstone

14. A Big Bold Beautiful Journey

Year: 2025 | Rating: 6/10 | Type: Movie

Genres: drama, fantasy, romance

Two strangers who meet at a mutual friend's wedding have the chance to relive important moments from their pasts, illuminating the path that led them to the present and gaining the opportunity to change their futures.

Available on: Netflix

Directed by: Kogonada

15. Miracle: The Boys of '80

Year: 2026 | Rating: 7.9/10 | Type: Movie

Genres: documentary, history, sport

This is the story of the “Miracle on Ice,” when the 1980 US Hockey Team beat the USSR in the Olympic semi-finals at the height of the Cold War to bring home a gold medal. Their iconic underdog story is told with never-before-seen 16mm footage and firsthand reflections from the players who were brought back to the scene of their historic victory.

Available on: Netflix

Directed by: Max Gershberg, Jacob Rogal

Wrapping Up

This roundup delivers a balanced mix of drama, documentary, biography, action, and crime, paired with concise quality notes, runtime and rating context, and quick recommendations so you can choose with confidence. If you want a short, trusted list of the new movies on netflix january 2026 — from Train Dreams and 28 Years Later to the romantic People We Meet on Vacation — you'll find clear verdicts and viewing suggestions here. We'll keep this list regularly updated as Netflix adds or removes titles, refreshing availability, trailers, and critic/user ratings throughout the month. Bookmark or share this guide and return for updates to catch newly added releases and seasonal highlights. Ready to dive in? Explore the individual reviews above and check streaming availability to queue your next watch.

Last updated: February 8, 2026