Stream These 7 Must-Watch Netflix Releases This Week (Jan. 12-18)
Netflix is set to release several exciting titles from January 12 to 18, providing a diverse range of options for viewers. With a mix of films and series that appeal to various tastes, this week brings both comedy and thrilling drama to the platform.
Must-Watch Netflix Releases: January 12-18
The Rip
One of the most anticipated releases is “The Rip,” featuring acclaimed actors Ben Affleck and Matt Damon. In this gripping crime thriller, they portray Miami detectives embroiled in a high-stakes situation. The plot thickens when a routine drug bust reveals an astonishing $20 million cash stash instead of the expected $300,000.
- Starring: Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, Steven Yeun, Teyana Taylor.
- Premieres: January 16.
- Highlights: Action-packed sequences, including car chases and intense shootouts.
Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials
For fans of mysteries, “Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials” is another must-see. This new miniseries stars Mia McKenna-Bruce as Lady Eileen “Bundle” Brent, a budding detective at a 1925 country house party. When a practical joke turns deadly, she is thrust into solving a captivating murder mystery.
- Stars: Mia McKenna-Bruce, Helena Bonham Carter, Martin Freeman.
- Premieres: January 15.
- Creator: Chris Chibnall, known for “Broadchurch.”
The Upshaws – Final Season
Returning this week is “The Upshaws,” a sitcom featuring Mike Epps as Bennie Upshaw, who navigates family life and business challenges in Indianapolis. The final season finds Bennie’s family facing new challenges as Regina decides to pursue a career in politics.
- Premieres: January 15.
- Includes humorous family dynamics and social themes.
Other Notable Releases
- The Boyfriend Season 2 (Premieres January 13): Japan’s first reality show about same-sex relationships returns, set in Hokkaido.
- Love Through a Prism (Premieres January 15): An anime series following a young woman’s journey at a prestigious art school in London.
- Monday Night Raw: 2026 (Live event January 12): The latest WWE showdown featuring dramatic wrestling moments and gripping storylines.
- Bone Lake (Premieres January 15): An erotic thriller about two couples unwittingly sharing a rental home that leads to unexpected twists.
What’s Leaving Netflix
As new titles arrive, some favorites will depart. Mark your calendars for these exit dates:
| Title | Leaving Date |
|---|---|
| Confessions of a Shopaholic | January 16 |
| Donnie Darko | January 18 |
With these new releases, Netflix aims to cater to a range of viewer preferences. From thrilling crime dramas to engaging mysteries and heartwarming comedies, there’s something for everyone this week.
