New year, new Netflix mystery series. 2026 starts off with a bang, courtesy of Run Away, a thriller adapted from Harlan Coben's novel of the same name. Coben, who is also the mind behind Netflix hits Fool Me Once and The Stranger, is known for his dark mysteries and wild twists, and Run Away promises to be no different.

There's not denying that 2025 might be one of the biggest years in recent memory for Netflix shows. Throughout the year, the streaming service released new seasons of smash-hit series like The Night Agent, Ginny & Georgia, Squid Game, Wednesday, Nobody Wants This, and Stranger Things, which was the true marquee release of the entire year overall.

The Beast in Me is inching toward what would be a current record on Netflix's top 10 list if it can hold on a few more days.

According to a Netflix press release, the launch of Stranger Things S5 volume 3 also contributed to Netflix’s “most views ever on a New Year’s Day,” setting two records for the season, given that it also helped make Christmas Day the most-watched ever.

In 2025, Netflix introduced new series that took viewers by storm. The streaming service also brought back well-loved shows, and continued the stories of characters that are beloved by fans around the world.

Netflix is starting 2026 strong with a packed January lineup that blends returning hit series, big-budget action movies, star-driven originals, and must-watch live events. The platform is aiming to keep viewers hooked across genres—from thrillers and rom-coms to live entertainment—positioning January as one of its most ambitious months in recent years.

While 2025 has been pretty good for Netflix on the adult animation front in terms of renewals, we did confirm with sources that three 2024 series, including the fantasy series from Zack Snyder, would not be returning for second seasons. The series not returning includes: