Netflix had a lot of hits in 2025 but it also had plenty of new and returning shows that fell short of the mark.

Netflix has an impressive lineup of brand-new original series premiering in the new year. Here are ten standouts to add to your must-watch list.

This January, Netflix’s programming slate kicks off the New Year with incredible content in the form of top TV shows from around the world, all month long.

While 2025 has been pretty good for Netflix on the adult animation front in terms of renewals, we did confirm with sources that three 2024 series, including the fantasy series from Zack Snyder, would not be returning for second seasons. The series not returning includes:

If there’s one thing that’s clear, it’s that Solo Leveling was the most successful series for Yen Press in 2025, both as a Manhwa, and as a novel. As such, when Yen Press revealed their Top Title of 2025, fans naturally believed it was a no-brainer to give the title to Solo Leveling. However, that didn’t end up being the case for some reason.

Ride out the winter months with the characters from 30 of HBO Max's best comedy series. Showrunners will tell you there’s no one path to television success, and the comedies on this list all boast interesting backstories.

The anticipation of returning shows isn't just about unresolved plots. Instead, it's about reconnecting with worlds that became part of viewers' routines and conversations. From sprawling fantasy epics and prestige dramas to genre-bending sci-fi and addictive comedies,

There'll be loads of returning favourites in 2026, such as Netflix's Bridgerton, Disney's star-studded Rivals, and more from The Bear (we hope). We predict it's going to be a special year for television, so if you want to get ahead of the game and make sure you're on top of the best of what to watch out for, you've come to the right place.

As he reprises his role in HBO‘s upcoming Harry Potter series, Warwick Davis recently teased how the show differs from the films. The BAFTA honoree, who returns as Professor Flitwick after originating the role in the films,

From cult investigations to infamous murder cases, here are the must-watch true crime documentary series premiering in early 2026 across TLC, Investigation Discovery, Paramount+, MGM+, Netflix, and Max.