Streaming This Week: Blockbusters, Thrillers, and True Crime Arrive January 19-25
Get ready for a packed week of streaming. New movies and shows debut from January 19-25, 2026. Major platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, and HBO Max offer fresh content. You can find thrilling dramas, intriguing documentaries, and exciting new series. This week promises diverse viewing options for every taste.
Prime Video’s High-Octane Thrills
Prime Video brings an action-packed thriller. ‘Steal’ stars Sophie Turner and Archie Madekwe. It’s about an office worker caught in a heist. Zara, played by Turner, works at a pension fund. Her life changes when thieves break in. She and her friend Luke, played by Madekwe, are forced to help. The film explores high-stakes financial anxiety. It’s a contemporary thriller about a major heist.
Netflix: Live Events and True Stories
Netflix focuses on “appointment viewing” this week. It features three major live events. One event is a world-record free solo climbing attempt. Alex Honnold attempts to climb one of the world’s tallest buildings live. This is called ‘Skyscraper Live’. It premieres on January 23. Additionally, Netflix debuts ‘Star Search’. This is a reboot of the iconic talent show. Jelly Roll hosts this special.
True crime fans have a new documentary. ‘Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart’ arrives January 21. It tells Elizabeth Smart’s harrowing story. She was abducted at 14. The documentary uses her own words. It also features interviews with family and investigators. Another new series is ‘Finding Her Edge’. This YA drama focuses on figure skating. It centers on an elite skater. She trains with a new partner for the Olympics. However, she has feelings for her ex-partner. ‘Sandokan’ Season 1 also drops January 19. This Italian series follows a pirate hero. He fights to protect his people from the British Empire.
HBO Max: Dramas and Documentaries
HBO Max adds several new titles. The sports action drama ‘The Smashing Machine’ is available. Dwayne Johnson stars as MMA pioneer Mark Kerr. The film details his struggles with addiction and self-worth. It received some mixed reviews. Judd Apatow’s documentary ‘Mel Brooks: The 99-Year-Old Man!’ premieres January 22. It features interviews with Brooks and other comedians. ‘Real Time with Bill Maher’ Season 24 also returns. Bill Maher discusses current affairs with guests. ‘Have I Got News For You’ Season 4 arrives January 25. This is a comedy quiz show. It covers weekly news events.
FX and Hulu Bring Horror and Style
FX presents ‘The Beauty’. This new series premieres January 19. It’s a sci-fi body-horror thriller. Ryan Murphy is a co-creator. The show explores the dark side of the fashion world. It stars Evan Peters and Rebecca Hall. Ashton Kutcher plays a tech billionaire. He created a drug for physical perfection. The series premieres with three episodes on January 21.
SBS On Demand: Local Flavors and International Shows
SBS On Demand offers a variety of content. ‘The Colleano Heart’ arrives January 19. ‘James May and the Dull Men’ Season 1 also premieres January 19. ‘The Great Cookbook Challenge’ Season 1 debuts January 21. ‘Reykjavík Fusion’ Season 1 lands on January 22. Additionally, ‘Icons Unearthed: The Simpsons’ is available January 24. These shows add to the platform’s diverse library.
Binge and Other Platforms
Binge adds ‘The Strangers: Chapter 2’ on January 23. This is a horror-thriller. It features masked killers. The film ‘Thelma’ is also set for January 20. It’s about a religious girl discovering psychokinetic powers. For fans of culinary competitions, ‘Bake Off: The Professionals’ Season 10 starts January 19 on Binge.
This week offers a rich tapestry of new movies and shows. Streaming services are delivering diverse genres. Viewers can explore thrillers, documentaries, comedies, and dramas. Prepare for a week filled with compelling new content.
