New episodes of Stranger Things and the highest-grossing animated movie of all time are among this week's best streaming titles

If you’re like me, you probably prefer to stay home with the family and watch a good movie on New Year’s Eve. To those of you unsure of what movie to watch this New Year’s, Netflix has got you covered. The streaming giant has so many films in its extensive library that will turn December 31 into a memorable movie night.

From a new thriller series starring Jon Bernthal and Tessa Thompson to a new season of "Bridgerton," here's what's new on Netflix in January.

Across the popular genres, these are the five best Netflix movies to watch on New Year's Eve and welcome 2026 in a fun way