15 New Movies on Netflix July 2026
Netflix's latest arrivals: Hamnet's acclaimed performances, USA 94's soccer drama and Remarkably Bright Creatures' warm reviews—what to stream and why.
Looking for new options to stream? Our guide to new movies on netflix 2026 highlights fresh arrivals across genres, from intimate biopics to high-concept sci-fi. Hamnet (2025) transforms Shakespearean family tragedy into a sweeping historical drama with star-level performances and meticulous production design. Remarkably Bright Creatures (2026) adapts a beloved novel into a tender, character-driven drama that blends humor and heart. For something wildly original, Milky☆Subway: The Galactic Limited Express - the Movie (2026) delivers animated spectacle and offbeat comedy, while titles such as Bugonia and Voicemails for Isabelle offer mood-driven choices for viewers.
Table of Contents
- Hamnet
- Voicemails for Isabelle
- Bugonia
- Remarkably Bright Creatures
- Dead Man's Wire
- Milky☆Subway: The Galactic Limited Express - the Movie
- USA 94: Brazil's Return to Glory
- Yiya Murano: Death at Tea Time
- 53 Sundays
- You, Always
- Untold UK: Jamie Vardy
- A Melhor Mãe do Mundo
- Bride of the Year
- One Hit Wonder
- 18th Rose
1. Hamnet
Year: 2025 | Rating: 7.8/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: biography, drama, history, romance
The powerful story of love and loss that inspired the creation of Shakespeare's timeless masterpiece, Hamlet.
Available on: Netflix
Directed by: Chloé Zhao
Cast: Jessie Buckley, Paul Mescal, Zac Wishart, James Lintern, Joe Alwyn
2. Voicemails for Isabelle
Year: 2026 | Rating: 7.3/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: comedy, drama, romance
A young woman's hilariously confessional voicemails to her late sister are unknowingly redirected to a stranger, who begins to fall in love from afar.
Available on: Netflix
Directed by: Leah McKendrick
Cast: Zoey Deutch, Nick Robinson, Harry Shum Jr., Leah McKendrick, Ciara Bravo
3. Bugonia
Year: 2025 | Rating: 7.4/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: comedy, crime, sci-fi
Two conspiracy obsessed young men kidnap the high-powered CEO of a major company, convinced that she is an alien intent on destroying planet Earth.
Available on: Netflix
Directed by: Yorgos Lanthimos
Cast: Jesse Plemons, Aidan Delbis, Emma Stone, J. Carmen Galindez Barrera, Marc T. Lewis
4. Remarkably Bright Creatures
Year: 2026 | Rating: 7.7/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: comedy, drama
Through unlikely bonds formed during night shifts at a local aquarium, Tova, an elderly widow, learns of a life-changing discovery that may bring her joy and wonder once again.
Available on: Netflix
Directed by: Olivia Newman
Cast: Sally Field, Lewis Pullman, Colm Meaney, Joan Chen, Kathy Baker
5. Dead Man's Wire
Year: 2025 | Rating: 6.4/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: biography, crime, drama, history, thriller
In 1977, former real estate developer Tony Kiritsis puts a dead man's switch on himself and the mortgage banker who did him wrong, demanding $5 million and a personal apology.
Available on: Netflix
Directed by: Gus Van Sant
Cast: Bill Skarsgård, Dacre Montgomery, Al Pacino, Colman Domingo, Myha'la
6. Milky☆Subway: The Galactic Limited Express - the Movie
Year: 2026 | Rating: 6.6/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: action & adventure, animation, comedy, science-fiction
Six delinquents are tasked with cleaning a train as part of a community service program. But when the train suddenly takes off, chaos ensues.
Available on: Netflix
7. USA 94: Brazil's Return to Glory
Year: 2026 | Rating: 6.7/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: documentary, sport
This documentary revisits Brazil's journey to the 1994 World Cup, featuring interviews and never-before-seen footage shot by the players themselves.
Available on: Netflix
Directed by: Luis Ara
Cast: Marcio Santos, Viola
8. Yiya Murano: Death at Tea Time
Year: 2026 | Rating: 5.8/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: documentary
Yiya Murano poisoned her friends to cover up scams in 1970s Argentina and became a dark figure in popular culture. Freed in the 1990s, she reappeared as a pop icon. Today, her son Martín seeks to reveal her true face.
Available on: Netflix
Directed by: Alejandro Hartmann
Cast: Gonzalo Abadie, Gabriela Bocalandro, Benjamin S. Bruni, Patricia Calisaya, Mia F. Campagna
9. 53 Sundays
Year: 2026 | Rating: 6/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: drama
Three siblings get together to decide what to do with their 86‑year‑old father, who has started behaving in a very peculiar way. Should they move him into a nursing home? Have him live with one of them? What begins as a polite family meeting quickly spirals into a wildly funny and unexpected situation that soon gets completely out of control.
Available on: Netflix
Directed by: Cesc Gay
Cast: Javier Gutiérrez, Carmen Machi, Alexandra Jiménez, Javier Cámara
10. You, Always
Year: 2025 | Rating: 5.1/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: comedy, romance
A devoted best friend (Ethan) realizes he's in love with his friend Dr. Jen Bell, whose world is shaken by the arrival of a charismatic author.
Available on: Netflix
Directed by: Christine Luby
Cast: Adrian Grenier, Jessica De Gouw, Desmond Chiam, Aria Burton, Spencer McLaren
11. Untold UK: Jamie Vardy
Year: 2026 | Rating: 7.5/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: documentary, sport
Jamie Vardy's evolution from part time football player to a Premier League legend.
Available on: Netflix
Directed by: Jesse Vile
12. A Melhor Mãe do Mundo
Year: 2025 | Rating: 7.3/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: drama
To escape her abusive husband, garbage collector Gal packs her two young children, Rihanna and Benin, onto the top of her cart and heads across São Paulo to her cousin’s house. As she struggles to avoid the dangers of the streets along the way, she convinces the children that they are on a big and exciting adventure. When they arrive at her cousin’s house, they are warmly welcomed and fed. However, what initially seems like a safe haven soon turns out to be a trap. Gal realises that not only her own safety is at risk, but also the future of her children.
Available on: Netflix
Directed by: Anna Muylaert
Cast: Shirley Cruz, Seu Jorge, Rihanna Barbosa, Benin Ayo, Luedji Luna
13. Bride of the Year
Year: 2026 | Rating: 4.7/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: comedy, family, romance
Lienke's plans for having her own family have fallen apart, so she hatches a plan to win "Bride of the Year" and get back at her ex.
Available on: Netflix
Directed by: Joshua Rous
Cast: Carine Rous, Bouwer Bosch, Armand Aucamp, Laura Lee Mostert, Lisa Tredoux
14. One Hit Wonder
Year: 2025 | Rating: 4.7/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: drama, music, romance
When big dreams meet second chances, two dreamers Entoy and Lorina chase fame in the world of '90s OPM. Will they make it?
Available on: Netflix
Directed by: Marla Ancheta
Cast: Sue Ramirez, Khalil Ramos, Romnick Sarmenta, Gelli De Belen, Gladys Reyes
15. 18th Rose
Year: 2026 | Rating: 5.6/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: drama, romance
A spirited teen dreaming of the perfect debut makes a deal with a lonely newcomer, but unexpected feelings and revelations may shatter their plans.
Available on: Netflix
Directed by: Dolly Dulu
Cast: Nikki Valdez, Cris Villanueva, Yayo Aguila, Cai Cortez, Donna Cariaga
Wrapping Up
This round-up spans biography, romance, history, drama and comedy, balancing award-caliber contenders with crowd-pleasers and experimental fare. From Hamnet's awards-season intensity and the quiet warmth of Remarkably Bright Creatures to the out-there thrills of Milky☆Subway, there's something for every viewing mood. We prioritize acting, direction and critical buzz so you can find thoughtful character work and big-idea entertainment. We include quick notes on cast, runtime and ratings to help you decide. Bookmark this page and check back often—the list is updated regularly with new release dates and additions. These recent arrivals should refresh your watchlist and give you plenty to discuss.
Last updated: July 26, 2026