The streaming giant has just pulled back the curtain on a futuristic roadmap, hinting that the stories viewers love are only getting bigger and more immersive. As the world is still reeling from the Stranger Things finale, a new What Next campaign suggests that the real games are just beginning for 2026.

Netflix recently unveiled its ambitious What Next? teaser for the 2026 season, and it features Cillian Murphy and Millie Bobby Brown among others.

Featuring Teyana Taylor as a mystical guide through a cinematic dreamscape, Netflix’s What Next offers rapid-fire glimpses of a massive upcoming slate, including Millie Bobby Brown returning for Enola Holmes 3 and Cillian Murphy in the highly anticipated Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man. The campaign serves as a high-octane reminder that the platform intends to keep viewers in a constant state of next-up momentum throughout the coming year.

"I know you are wondering, what is next?," Teyana Taylor poses the question in the teaser; the screen explodes with clips of fan favorites, including The Gentlemen season two and The Night Agent. The upcoming 2026 lineup represents a strategic return to massive, audience-driven programming with a heavy focus on returning hits.

The calendar is packed with heavy hitters, including Bridgerton, Avatar: The Last Airbender, One Piece season 2, Emily in Paris, The Woman in the Red Dress, Lupin season 4, Devil May Cry, Sesame Street, East Palace, Enola Holmes 3, The Gentlemen season 2, and the Peaky Blinders movie.

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While viewers wait for the 2026 heavy hitters, the current January calendar is already overflowing with fresh drama.

While the 2026 teases have stolen the spotlight, the immediate January lineup offers a mix of gritty crime and lighthearted family fare. This month sees the debut of Free Bert, a messy family comedy, alongside the Take That documentary, which explores the archival history of the legendary boy band.

The library is also expanding with a massive drop of licensed hits and original seasons that cater to every possible niche. Movie lovers can now stream 12 Years a Slave, Dune, District 9, and Erin Brockovich, while families have access to Despicable Me and Dr. Seuss’s Red Fish, Blue Fish season two. For those who prefer intense thrillers, Colombiana, Dawn of the Dead, and Green Room are officially available for your next weekend binge. 

The list continues with diverse titles like 30 Minutes or Less, Becky, Brüno, Conan the Destroyer, and Despicable Me 2. Subscribers can also revisit favorites like Falling Skies, Forever My Girl, Free Solo, and Man on Fire as they clear their watchlists. With such a dense January schedule, the platform is ensuring that the bridge to the 2026 blockbusters is paved with endless entertainment options.  

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