As 2025 wraps up with strong finales and surprise drops, streaming services are already lining up big returns and new entries for 2026. For the most current details on trailers, cast updates, and release shifts, check out CineCorner, a solid spot for ongoing film and TV coverage.
Most platforms front-load their slate in the early months to hook subscribers right after the holidays. The focus stays on established franchises, with several finales and universe expansions.
HBO Max: Franchise Heavy Hitters
The standout January launch is A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms on January 18. This six-episode spin-off from George R.R. Martin’s novellas follows Ser Duncan the Tall and young Egg about 90 years before Game of Thrones. Peter Claffey, a former rugby player standing nearly seven feet, leads as Dunk, promising a lighter, adventure-driven story with tournaments and banter.
Summer brings the third season of House of the Dragon, ramping up the Targaryen civil war. Other confirmed rolls include season four of Industry in January, season five of Hacks, and season two of Dune: Prophecy.
Netflix: Reliable Continuations
Netflix starts with the limited series His & Hers in January, followed by season three of The Night Agent in February. Summer slots include season two of Avatar: The Last Airbender and the final season of anime Beastars. The service leans on proven titles and star-driven adaptations.
Prime Video: Satire and Endings
The big draw is the fifth and final season of The Boys in April. January sees season two of The Night Manager, while March delivers season four of Invincible. Prime Video doubles down on edgy superhero takes.
Disney+: Marvel Focus
Disney+ opens with Wonder Man in January, a satirical MCU entry starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II. March has season two of Daredevil: Born Again, with VisionQuest—featuring Paul Bettany and James Spader—later in the year. February adds season two of The Artful Dodger.
Apple TV+: Star-Powered Series
Season three of Shrinking, pairing Harrison Ford and Jason Segel, hits in January. April brings season two of Your Friends & Neighbors, alongside season three of Tehran. Apple sticks to high-caliber, limited-run dramas and comedies.
Early Year Standouts
January packs the most options, from knightly quests on HBO to spy thrills and feel-good laughs elsewhere. Summer heats up with major battles and wrap-ups. Later 2026 dates are still firming up, but the pipeline looks strong on sequels and shared universes.
Mark your calendars and juggle those subscriptions—2026 has plenty to stream.
