Welcome to the debut of our new monthly series on Techish Kenya, where we track everything hitting your screens on Netflix Kenya.
We know we’re a few weeks into the year already, but as the saying goes: better late than never. Whether you’re looking for a weekend binge, a mid-week movie night, or some late-night laughs, January 2026 has a packed roster.
From the return of the Ton in Bridgerton to the final bow of the Queer Eye crew, here is your definitive guide to what’s streaming this month.
NOTE: This monthly series rounds up everything Netflix has confirmed for Kenya, organized by category and release date, so you know exactly what’s worth adding to your watchlist. Yes, this January edition is arriving a little late, but better late than pretending Netflix didn’t drop 30 new titles in one month.
Film
The film slate this month leans heavily into romance and high-stakes thrillers, including a highly anticipated adaptation of an Emily Henry bestseller.
| Release date | Title | Key details |
| Jan 9 | People We Meet on Vacation | Rom-com starring Emily Bader and Tom Blyth. Based on the best-selling novel. |
| Jan 12 | One Last Adventure: The Making of Stranger Things 5 | A deep-dive behind-the-scenes look at the final season of the pop-culture phenomenon. |
| Jan 16 | The Rip | A Miami-based heist thriller where a massive cash seizure tests the loyalty of a police squad. |
| Jan 22 | Cosmic Princess Kaguya! | A stunning Japanese “music animation” project from the director of Jujutsu Kaisen’s openings. |
| Jan 23 | The Big Fake | Set in 1970s Rome, follow Toni as he evolves from a painter to the world’s greatest art forger. |
Series
This is the busiest category for January. We have everything from dark Swedish crime to the return of the Regency era’s most eligible bachelor.
The heavy hitters
- Bridgerton (Season 4) – Jan 29: Benedict Bridgerton finally takes center stage! Expect masquerade balls and a mysterious “Lady in Silver.”
- Harlan Coben’s Run Away – Jan 1: A father’s search for his runaway daughter leads him into a dangerous underworld.
- HIS & HERS – Jan 8: A news anchor and a detective clash over a murder investigation in Atlanta. Starring Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal.
Global & local favorites
- Love from 9 to 5 (Mexico) – Jan 1: A workplace rivalry turns romantic when two CEO candidates spend a passionate night together.
- Land of Sin (Sweden) – Jan 2: A gritty Nordic crime drama involving family feuds and deep-seated secrets.
- Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web (India) – Jan 14: An elite customs team takes on a global smuggling syndicate.
- Love Through a Prism (Japan) – Jan 15: A beautiful animated coming-of-age romance set in 1900s London.
- Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials (UK) – Jan 15: A 1920s country house mystery featuring the inquisitive Lady Eileen Brent.
Other Series Joining the List: Alpha Males S4 (Jan 9), To Love To Lose (Jan 15), Can This Love Be Translated? (Jan 16), WWE: Unreal S2 (Jan 20), Finding Her Edge (Jan 22), Free Bert (Jan 22).
Documentary
True crime fans and music lovers have plenty to dig into this month, including the definitive story of one of the world’s biggest boy bands.
- Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart (Jan 21): A gripping documentary feature telling Elizabeth’s harrowing story of survival in her own words.
- Take That (Jan 27): A 3-part limited series charting the 35-year legacy of the UK’s most iconic boy band.
- Miracle: The Boys of ’80 (Jan 30): The story of the legendary “Miracle on Ice” hockey game, told with never-before-seen 16mm footage.
Reality & live events
If you prefer unscripted drama or live-streaming spectacles, Netflix is leaning hard into interactive and competition-based content.
- The Boyfriend (Season 2) – Jan 13: The setting moves to snowy Hokkaido as ten boys search for love and friendship.
- Single’s Inferno (Season 5) – Jan 20: The hottest singles return to a deserted island for another round of “Paradise” or “Inferno.”
- Star Search – Jan 21: The classic talent competition is back with an interactive format for music, dance, and comedy.
- Queer Eye (Season 10) – Jan 21: The Fab 5 head to Washington D.C. for their final, emotional season.
- Skyscraper Live – Jan 24: Witness Alex Honnold (of Free Solo fame) attempt a live climb of the Taipei 101 building.
Stand-up comedy
Kick off the year with laughs from Miami’s own Marcello Hernández and the legendary Mike Epps.
- Marcello Hernández: American Boy (Jan 7): Marcello talks about being a first-generation American in a high-energy set recorded in Miami.
- Mike Epps: Delusional (Jan 27): Epps returns for his fifth special, sharing unfiltered stories about the hustle it takes to make it big.
Which of these are you adding to your watchlist? Let us know in the comments.
