Headline: Mark your calendars. From the return of the Shelbys to the straw hat pirates, here is every major release date you need to know for early 2026.
Introduction
We are just settling into 2026, but Netflix isn’t slowing down. While you are busy streaming The Rip and Tere Ishk Mein this week, the streamer has quietly updated its calendar for February and March—and it is packed. We are talking about the return of television’s biggest romance, a massive sci-fi blockbuster, and the movie event of the year. Here is your future watchlist.
1. Late January: The Romance Returns
Before we even get to next month, one of Netflix’s biggest franchises is back to close out January.
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Release Date: January 29, 2026
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The Scoop: It’s finally Benedict’s turn. After years of dodging the marriage mart, the second-eldest Bridgerton brother meets the mysterious Lady in Silver. Expect the usual: lavish balls, string quartet covers of pop songs, and plenty of steam.
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Indian Connection: Look out for the confirmed theatrical release of Tere Ishk Mein hitting Netflix on January 23rd, just in time to warm you up for Bridgerton.
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2. February 2026: Spies & Finales
February is short, but the watchlist is long.
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Release Date: February 19, 2026
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The Scoop: Peter Sutherland is back. After the massive success of the first two seasons, the political conspiracy thriller returns. If you liked The Recruit or Bodyguard, this is non-negotiable viewing.
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Release Date: February 26, 2026
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The Scoop: Netflix continues its trend of splitting seasons. We’ll likely be left on a massive cliffhanger in Jan, resolving it here at the end of Feb.
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3. March 2026: The “Blockbuster” Month
If February is the appetizer, March is the main course. This is arguably the biggest month for Netflix in years.
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Release Date: March 6, 2026
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The Scoop: Reacher star Alan Ritchson leads this massive sci-fi action movie. Think Edge of Tomorrow mixed with special ops. It’s loud, expensive, and designed for the biggest TV you own.
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Release Date: March 10, 2026
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The Scoop: The live-action anime adaptation that shocked the world by actually being good returns. The Straw Hat pirates are heading to the Grand Line. Expect bigger budget effects and the introduction of fan-favorite character Chopper.
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Release Date: March 20, 2026
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The Scoop: The wait is over. Cillian Murphy returns as Tommy Shelby for the feature-length movie that concludes the saga. Set during WWII, this promises to be darker and more cinematic than the show. (Note: It also hits select theaters on March 6th).
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The “Cheat Sheet” Calendar
| Date | Title | Type | Hype Level |
| Jan 23 | Tere Ishk Mein | Movie (Hindi) | 🔥🔥🔥 |
| Jan 29 | Bridgerton S4 (Part 1) | Series | 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 |
| Feb 19 | The Night Agent S3 | Series | 🔥🔥🔥 |
| Mar 6 | War Machine | Movie | 🔥🔥🔥🔥 |
| Mar 10 | One Piece S2 | Series | 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 |
| Mar 20 | Peaky Blinders Movie | Movie | 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 |
Final Thoughts
We recommend clearing your schedule for the weekend of March 20th. Between One Piece having just dropped and Peaky Blinders arriving, it’s going to be a heavy streaming weekend. Until then, get comfortable—Bridgerton is just around the corner.
Which March release are you most hyped for? The pirates or the gangsters?
