The New Movies And Shows Of January 2026 To Get Excited About
After the whirlwind of the holiday season, it may seem like January will be a slow month as the events, gatherings, and get togethers die down. But that isn’t the case when it comes to the new movies and shows coming out in the next four weeks. From the cinema to major shows hitting streaming, January keeps things busy with an eclectic mix of dramas, thrillers, rom-coms, and more. They vary in genre, but they all promise exciting new stories, characters, and adventures you may want to get into as early as the start of the year. Below, check out the new movies and shows that can be worthy additions to the 2026 watchlist.
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Cinema Releases
Anaconda
This remake of the 1997 classic gets meta as it follows two best friends, Doug and Griff, who make their dreams of remaking Anaconda a reality by traveling to the Amazon. But it’s never as easy as that, and things turn comically deadly when an actual giant anaconda crashes the set. The movie will be released in local cinemas nationwide on January 8.
The Housemaid
If a twisty thriller is what you’re looking for, this movie may be it. Starring Amanda Seyfried and Sydney Sweeney, the film follows a struggling young woman who gets a fresh start serving as a housemaid for a wealthy couple. But things start to unravel as she discovers that the family may be hiding some dark secrets. Catch this in local cinemas beginning January 8.
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple
The 28 Years saga continues in this sequel that follows on from the somewhat cliffhanger ending of 28 Years Later. This time, it centers on Spike as he’s inducted into Jimmy Crystal’s gang as Dr. Kelson makes a discovery that might just change the world. See how it all unfolds when the movie lands in local cinemas on January 14.
A Werewolf Boy
Angela Muji and Rabin Angeles make their big screen debut as a love team in this Philippine remake of the 2012 Korean film, A Werewolf Boy. In this retelling, a city girl moves to the province and meets a feral boy who lives on her property. Over time, the two develop a friendship as they deal with the challenges that come with teaching a feral boy to be human. The movie will head to cinemas on January 14.
The Spongebob Movie: Search For Squarepants
SpongeBob’s latest big-screen adventure takes him far across the ocean in a quest to prove to Mr. Krabs that he’s brave. And how exactly does SpongeBob do that? By following the Flying Dutchman on a seafaring trip, as one obviously does. It will come to local cinemas on January 14.
The History Of Sound
Josh O’Connor and Paul Mescal join forces in this queer historical drama about two young men during World War 1 who travel through rural New England to document folk music in the region. Catch this exclusively in Ayala Malls Cinemas on January 14.
Return To Silent Hill
Whether you loved the OG or remake of Silent Hill 2, consider putting this movie adaptation on your radar. This cinematic sequel follows James Sunderland as he heads to Silent Hill in search of a special someone. But the deeper he gets, the darker things get as James is tested physically, mentally, and emotionally. The movie will come to local cinemas on January 21.
Rental Family
One of 2025’s most underrated movies is coming to the Philippines. It stars Brendan Fraser as a struggling American actor who finds an unexpected job in Tokyo: working at a Japanese agency that specializes in hiring actors to play stand-in roles for strangers. But the more he takes these roles, the more he begins to blur the lines between his work and personal feelings. It exclusively plays in Ayala Malls Cinemas starting January 21.
Primate
A monkey gone wild + gore = this horror flick about Ben, a family’s adopted chimpanzee, who turns violent after it gets bitten by a rabid animal. Check it out in cinemas on January 21.
Streaming Exclusives
People We Meet On Vacation
2026 is poised to be a big year for book-to-screen adaptations, and that includes this rom-com starring Emily Bader and Tom Blyth. Based on the popular novel of the same name by Emily Henry, the movie centers on Alex and Poppy, two best friends whose only time together is spent on summer vacation. Following a falling out, the two reunite for one more vacation that may make or break their relationship. The movie will be available on Netflix starting January 9.
Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials
Satisfy that whodunnit craving this January with this series adaptation of one of Agatha Christie’s novels. Set in 1925, the show’s events are set in motion when a country house party prank goes wrong, causing Lady Eileen “Bundle” Brent to investigate the murder on the property. Binge the series on Netflix starting January 15.
The Rip
Legendary Hollywood best friends Ben Affleck and Matt Damon reunite for an action-packed time in this movie about the seedy side of law. When a group of Miami cops discovers a stash of millions in cash, they soon begin to distrust each other as they question who in the group has true intentions. The movie will be available on Netflix on January 16.
A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms
The latest saga in the Game of Thrones universe is here in this prequel set a century before GOT. This tale centers on Ser Duncan the Tall and his squire, Egg, as the two friends wander through Westeros during the time of the Targaryen rule in search of adventure. The show begins streaming on HBO Max on January 19.
Wonder Man
Hollywood takes the spotlight in Wonder Man’s MCU debut. The series follows struggling actor Simon Williams as he vies for a role in the remake of the superhero movie Wonder Man, while also discovering powers that turn him into the titular hero. But he isn’t alone as Trevor Slattery, yes, that Trevor Slattery from Iron Man 3, also wants a role in the movie. The series will come to Disney+ on January 27.
New Seasons
As if there wasn’t enough new content to catch this January, the continuation of some of your favorite stories are coming with these new seasons dropping throughout the month. From even more drama in the emergency room to the latest adventures of the Bridgerton clan, here are a few of them to have on your watchlist:
RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 18 (January 2)
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 (January 8)
The Pitt Season 2 (January 9)
The Night Manager Season 2 (January 11)
Industry Season 4 (January 12)
Bridgerton Season 4 Part 1 (January 29)
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