The New Year brings fresh and beautiful beginnings for everyone. With January 2025 winter chills and long nights, Netflix is a must with an amazing lineup of movies and TV shows for you.
From binge-worthy series to heartwarming movies, Netflix has something everyone can enjoy. Here, we will guide you through some must-watch movies and shows that are coming in January 2025. So, grab your popcorn, settle in, and explore the new lineups coming to Netflix in January.
But before you do…
You should know that due to the wide influx of users on the internet during the holiday season, you might be experiencing a lag situation. Believe me, it isn’t very fun and quite frustrating, since I had the same issue last year on the New Year and I switched my provider to Cox – well, before time for this year’s holidays begin. It’s also great that they provide customer support in English with Cox and for the native speakers with Cox en español.
Let’s face it: we all need the internet as a must on these precious holidays to recuperate, stream, socialize, make some Instagram videos to share, and maybe even check work email (highly not recommended though) –but you get my point. With my wise decision, it has been a smooth getaway for me – with my favorite shows on play, music in the background, and cookies in my smart oven.
It has been a holly jolly start to a New Year for me, but I hope and pray that this list and the holiday joy make it one for you too.
Must-Watch TV Shows Coming on Netflix in January 2025
1. American Primeval
Release Date: January 9, 2025
Genre: Action, Drama
Seasons: S1 with 6 episodes
American Primeval is a TV show based on American history. It takes viewers back to 1847, following the adventurous plot of the birth of the American West. This TV show is focused on the harsh realities and riots between diverse groups of people from different cultures, religions, and communities.
The series features multiple groups of people, each striving for hunger and claiming their place. The fractions include Bounty Hunters, Mormon Settlers, Front Bridge Residents, The Wolf Clan, and Two Moons. All of these groups have their own stories in this show, which is going to be an interesting watch with a diverse cast.
2. Missing You
Release Date: January 1, 2025
Genre: Crime, Mystery
Seasons: S1 with 5 episodes (TV mini-series)
Missing You is an unresolved mystery story written by Harlan Coben and starring Rosalind Eleazar and Jessica Plummer. The plot revolves around a woman, Detective Kat whose fiancé named Josh disappeared 11 years ago leaving her heartbroken. Detective Kat (Rosalind Eleazar) has been struggling to move on since then.
Jessica Plummer, as Stacy, is introduced in this show as Kat’s friend, who encourages her to move on. Kat tries dating apps, swiping through profiles, and finds the profile of her long-lost love. Many shocking secrets of her past are revealed in the process.
This full of suspense TV show is the one you need to binge this month if you’re a suspense lover.
3. XO, Kitty
Release Date: January 16, 2025 (Season 2)
Genre: Teen Drama, Romance
Seasons: S2 with 8 episodes
XO, Kitty is based on the teenage life of Lara Jean’s younger sister, Kitty from the movie To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before. In this show, Kitty moves to South Korea for her schooling and to reunite with her boyfriend.
This show is about her journey of love and life. The first season was a beautiful blend of romance, humor, and character development. This light-hearted show has left viewers wonderstruck since then and is coming back in 2025 with many twists. XO, Kitty is going to be on every teen and young adult’s watch list this January.
4. The Night Agent
Release Date: January 23, 2025 (Season 2)
Genre: Action, Thriller
Seasons: S2 with 10 episodes (S1: 10 episodes)
This show is the perfect fit for people who love watching mind-breaking tales. It is based on Matthew Quirk’s novel. With an amazing cast and twisty plot, this has been a fan favorite since 2023.
The story follows an FBI agent named Peter Sutherland who’s in charge of an emergency phone in the White House basement. The phone hadn’t rung for a while but one day, it does and uncovers conspiracies related to the Oval Office.
With season 3 already in the line, the upcoming season 2 continues with many plots. As per clues, Peter has joined hands with Catherine who trains the Night Agents. Put it on your watch list and be ready to get amazed with very deep plots.
Must-Watch Movies Coming on Netflix in January 2025:
5. Cunk on Life
Release Date: January 2, 2025
Genre: Comedy
Run time: 1h 11min
Philomena Cunk is back again with another comedy documentary Cunk on Life. It’s similar to Philomena Cunk’s show starring Diane Morgan, Cunk on Earth where she humorously investigates human civilization history.
In this documentary, she focuses on exploring human existence; academics, creativities, and much more. Her witty humor, absurd questions, and quirky misguided insights have already made this upcoming movie a good watch. This one is a must-watch for those who like a mix of reality to their entertainment moments.
6. Back in Action
Release Date: January 17, 2025
Genre: Action, Comedy
Run time: 1h 54min
Cameron Diaz is back on the screens after a decade as Emily and Jamie Foxx as Matt. It’s a great movie with a blend of action and comedy in all the good ways. The story follows Matt and Emily as average parents. However, they have a secret identity as former CIA spies.
They return to their normal lives to start a family, when they have their secret cover blown. Now, they have to return to the world of espionage. How will they deal with this?
With a twisty touch in this movie, watch it to uncover the plot and to make your movie night-worthy –especially with Cameron Diaz’s presence.
7. The Love Scam (Mica è Colpa Mia)
Release Date: January 1, 2025
Genre: Comedy, Romance
Run time: 1h 41min
It’s a movie based on romance and fraud where two brothers, drowning in debt, make a plan to trap a rich heiress in a love scam.
The two brothers want to save their home in Naples with this scam but little do they know, they’ll be falling in love in the process. What will happen when the lies unfold? It should be a nice little watch on a chilly weekend with your friends.
Last Thought
We hope you find these movies and TV shows as exciting as we do and make your new year beginnings more fun.
These movies and series cater to everyone’s taste; from light-hearted comedy to beautiful rom-coms and some electrifying shows. Cheers to another year of some exciting cinematic coming to Netflix! Happy New Year with some Pop, fizz, and clink!
