New Hollywood OTT Releases This Week: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Steal, Afterburn

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A new week brings a fresh lineup of OTT releases to entertain audiences. From fantasy dramas to gripping thrillers, here’s what to expect this week:

New Hollywood OTT Releases This Week

1. A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

This series, set before the iconic events of *Game of Thrones*, is adapted from *Tales of Dunk and Egg*. It centers on Ser Duncan the Tall and his squire, Aegon Targaryen, as they journey through Westeros.

Cast: Peter Claffey, Dexter Sol Ansell, Daniel Ings, Shaun Thomas, Tanzyn Crawford, Danny Webb, Edward Ashley.

Directors: Ira Parker, George R. R. Martin (Creators).

Genres: Fantasy Drama, Comedy-Drama.

Streaming on: HBO, HBO Max, JioHotstar, OTTplay Premium.

Release Date: January 18, 2026, USA; January 19, 2026, India.

2. Him

This psychological horror film follows aspiring quarterback Cameron Cade, who witnesses the injury of his idol. As he trains under the same player, their relationship becomes increasingly toxic.

Cast: Marlon Wayans, Tyriq Withers, Julia Fox.

Director: Justin Tipping.

Genres: Psychological Horror, Sports, Comedy.

Streaming on: JioHotstar, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Peacock Premium.

Release Date: January 19, 2026.

3. A Big Bold Beautiful Journey

David’s life takes an unexpected turn when he rents a 1994 Saturn SL, embarking on a journey with Sarah, a woman holding contrasting views on love. Together, they navigate their past while exploring their future.

Cast: Margot Robbie, Colin Farrell, Kevin Kline, Phoebe Waller-Bridge.

Director: Kogonada.

Genres: Romance, Fantasy.

Streaming on: Netflix, Apple TV, Prime Video.

Release Date: January 20, 2026.

4. Steal

This thrilling narrative centers on Zara, an office worker caught in a dangerous heist scenario that tests her moral compass as she and her coworkers face dire consequences.

Cast: Sophie Turner, Archie Madekwe, Jacob Fortune-Lloyd.

Directors: Sam Miller, Hettie Macdonald.

Genres: Thriller.

Streaming on: Amazon Prime Video.

Release Date: January 21, 2026.

5. Afterburn

This action-packed tale explores life six years after Earth is devastated by a solar flare. The protagonist is tasked with retrieving a fabled weapon, leading him to secrets hidden in France.

Cast: Dave Bautista, Samuel L. Jackson, Olga Kurylenko, Kristofer Hivju.

Director: J. J. Perry.

Genres: Post-Apocalyptic, Action.

Streaming on: Lionsgate Play (via OTTplay Premium).

Release Date: January 23, 2026.

6. Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!

This two-part documentary series chronicles the life and achievements of Mel Brooks, the multifaceted Hollywood legend and EGOT winner.

Director: Judd Apatow, Michael Bonfiglio.

Genres: Documentary, Docu-series.

Streaming on: HBO Max.

Release Date: January 22, 2026.

7. It’s Not Like That

This drama highlights the lives of Lori and Malcolm as they navigate single parenthood and rediscover love amidst personal hardships.

Cast: Scott Foley, Erinn Hayes, J. R. Ramirez.

Director: Brad Silberling.

Genres: Drama.

Streaming on: Amazon Prime Video.

Release Date: January 25, 2026.

With an exciting mix of genres and stories, this week’s OTT releases promise to provide entertainment for every viewer. For more updates, stay tuned to El-Balad.