The first weekend of 2026 is also the last time that Netflix will have a fresh episode of Stranger Things to dominate the streaming rankings. Luckily, Netflix isn't just coasting on the Stranger Things finale heading into the weekend.

New year, same ol’ Netflix — kind of. Things are always changing at the world’s most dominant streaming service, and aside from the obvious shifts in strategy — like, say, acquiring Warner Bros. — it can be hard to say exactly when an experiment becomes standard practice.

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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.

Bridgerton' Season 4, a new Harlan Coben drama, and a fresh Agatha Christie adaptation are among the shows on Netflix's January 2026 schedule.

Outer Banks, The Witcher, and more Netflix shows have already been confirmed to be ending with final seasons in 2026.

Ever wondered which Netflix shows crushed it over the past months, grabbed huge audiences, and ended up defining 2025?