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Following the indulgences of December – the late nights, the heavy meals, the non-stop festivitiesChristmastipples – January is the time when we start taking staying in more seriously. The good news?Netflixis exceeding expectations in terms of material to watch.
From shiny historical dramas and complex thrillers to warm-hearted rom-coms and real-life crime documentaries that will keep you searching online long after the end, the streaming leader has prepared a collection of new releases perfect for winter nights on the couch. Some feature beloved returning characters, while others present exciting new storylines – but all are worth skipping your plans for.
Run Away
Release date: 1st January
Harlan Coben has a good understanding of crafting successful TV series. His earlier adaptations (thinkFool Me One and Missing You) have topped global charts, and this new thriller is expected to do the same. Run away features Simon, who appears to have an ideal life – until his teenage daughter Paige vanishes. When he eventually locates her, weak and surviving on the streets, he believes he’s been granted a fresh opportunity. However, after a confrontation becomes hostile and Paige disappears again, Simon is thrust into a perilous world where hidden truths risk destroying his family.
HIS & HERS
Release date: 8th January
When a corpse is discovered in a peaceful town in Georgia, journalist Anna Andrews (Tessa Thompson) and detective Jack Harper (Jon Bernthal) are both drawn into the case – and each has motives to conceal the truth. The twist? They are separated spouses, each presenting their own account of events. It’s a polished, gradually unfolding mystery centered around changing stories, hidden truths, and the ultimate dilemma of whom to trust. Fans ofGone Girl, add this one to your must-see list.
The People We Encounter During Our Vacations
Release date: 9th January
Adapted from the best-selling book by Emily Henry, this highly anticipated romantic comedy is set to debut on Netflix this January – and believe us, it’s worth adding to your schedule.People We Encounter During Our VacationsStarring Tom Blyth and Emily Bader as Alex and Poppy, two unexpected best friends who have spent ten years on summer vacations together… without ever acknowledging the clear truth. As past emotions begin to resurface, their stable friendship faces a challenge, featuring sunny settings, building romantic tension, and numerous ‘will they or won’t they’ moments throughout. Prepare for warmth, laughter, and a gradual romance that develops over time.
Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials
Release date: 15th January
Another Agatha Christie classic is now available on Netflix in this stylish three-part mystery adapted from The Seven Dials Mystery. Set in 1920s England, the plot starts with a grand country house party where a prank turns deadly – leading to a murder. BAFTA Rising Star winner (and former YOU Cover star) Mia McKenna-Bruce stars as the lively and inquisitive Lady Eileen ‘Bundle’ Brent, an unexpected detective pulled into a complex conspiracy. Featuring masked balls, witty conversations, and numerous surprises, this promises to be ideal viewing for cozy detective nights in January.
Star Search
Release date: 21st January
The renowned talent competition that kickstarted the careers of Beyoncé, Britney Spears, and Adam Sandler is making a comeback – this time, it’s live. Moderated by Anthony Anderson, the updated Star Search features performers such as singers, dancers, comedians, and child acts competing on a worldwide Netflix stage, with audiences casting votes in real-time. The show offers high pressure, intense feelings, and immediate opportunities for career transformation. It brings back the classic feel of a talent show but with a modern twist for the streaming generation.
Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart
Release date: 21st January
In 2002, the case of 14-year-old Elizabeth Smart turned into one of the most well-known missing-person incidents in American history. This compelling documentary looks back at her nine months of being held against her will – and this time, shared through Elizabeth’s own voice. Combining old footage with fresh interviews, the movie examines the mental impact of her kidnapping, the public attention on the case, and the incredible strength that allowed her to endure.
Bridgerton (Musim 4, Bahagian 1)
Release date: 29th January
The fourth season finally focuses on the bohemian Bridgerton brother, Benedict (Luke Thompson), who has been content to avoid marriage – until a serendipitous meeting with a mysterious ‘Lady in Silver’ at a masquerade ball alters his path. As Benedict searches through society for his masked ideal woman, he ends up being attracted to Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha), a sharp and capable maid with her own hidden past. With subtle encouragement from Eloise Bridgerton (Claudia Jessie) and the careful observation of matriarch Violet Bridgerton (Ruth Gemmell), a Cinderella-like romance begins to develop. Prepare for grand balls, secret love and a slow-building historical romance.Bridgerton does best.
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