With the streaming landscape more fragmented than ever, knowing when your favorite movies and shows become available is essential. In 2026, the major platforms continue to battle for subscribers with exclusive premieres, licensed library additions, and seasonal events. This streaming availability calendar highlights key release dates, renewal patterns, and strategic timing for the biggest services: Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, Prime Video, Apple TV+, and Max. Whether you're a cord-cutter or a multi-service subscriber, this guide helps you plan your year without missing a beat.
For a deeper dive into how to track any title across services, see our complete guide to finding any movie on legal streaming services in 2026.
Netflix: Quarterly Blockbusters and Weekly Drops
Netflix in 2026 continues its strategy of releasing major original films on a quarterly basis, often on Fridays at 12:01 AM PT. The first quarter sees The Electric State (March 14) and Back in Action (January 17). Summer brings Knives Out 3 (June 12) and Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery (September 12). The holiday season features Happy Gilmore 2 (December 25).
TV series follow a weekly episode release model for most scripted shows. For example, Stranger Things Season 5 premieres in four weekly batches starting July 4. Reality competition shows like The Circle Season 7 drop all episodes at once on February 18.
Licensed movies rotate in and out monthly. Notable additions in 2026 include the entire Harry Potter franchise (January 1), James Bond 25-film collection (February 1), and The Lord of the Rings trilogy (March 1). For a full list of new Netflix movies, check Netflix New Movies 2026.
Key Netflix Dates 2026
- January 17: Back in Action
- February 18: The Circle Season 7
- March 14: The Electric State
- June 12: Knives Out 3
- July 4: Stranger Things Season 5 (weekly)
- September 12: Wake Up Dead Man
- December 25: Happy Gilmore 2
Disney+: Day-and-Date Theatrical and Streaming Debuts
Disney+ in 2026 continues its practice of releasing most theatrical films directly to the service after a 45-day window. Major titles like Avatar 4 (theatrical December 18, 2025) arrive on Disney+ in February 2026. Captain America: Brave New World (February 14 theatrical) streams in April. Thunderbolts (May 1 theatrical) arrives in June. Fantastic Four (July 24 theatrical) streams in September.
Original series premiere weekly on Wednesdays. Andor Season 2 debuts April 22 with three episodes, then weekly. Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 starts August 12. Animated series like X-Men '97 Season 2 drop all episodes on March 4.
Disney+ also adds classic library titles on the first of each month. In 2026, expect The Simpsons complete series (January 1), National Treasure trilogy (February 1), and Pirates of the Caribbean all five films (March 1). For more, see Disney+ New Releases and Disney+ Streaming Guide.
Key Disney+ Dates 2026
- February 1: Avatar 4 streaming debut
- March 4: X-Men '97 Season 2
- April 22: Andor Season 2
- June 1: Thunderbolts streaming
- August 12: Percy Jackson Season 2
- September 1: Fantastic Four streaming
Hulu: Next-Day TV and Monthly Movie Drops
Hulu in 2026 remains the go-to for next-day access to broadcast TV shows. Series like Grey's Anatomy, 9-1-1, and The Masked Singer appear on Hulu within 24 hours of their ABC or Fox airings. Hulu originals premiere on Wednesdays, with The Handmaid's Tale Season 6 (final season) debuting April 8. Only Murders in the Building Season 5 starts August 5.
Movie additions follow a monthly calendar, often on the first Friday. Major licensed titles include Everything Everywhere All at Once (January 2), Top Gun: Maverick (March 6), and Oppenheimer (June 5). Hulu also produces original films like Fire Island 2 (July 10) and Rosaline 2 (November 12). For a full list, see Hulu New Movies 2026.
Hulu's ad-supported tier remains $7.99/month, ad-free at $17.99/month. For more on the service, read Hulu Streaming Guide.
Key Hulu Dates 2026
- January 2: Everything Everywhere All at Once
- March 6: Top Gun: Maverick
- April 8: The Handmaid's Tale Season 6
- June 5: Oppenheimer
- July 10: Fire Island 2
- August 5: Only Murders in the Building Season 5
- November 12: Rosaline 2
Prime Video: Friday Premieres and Seasonal Windows
Prime Video in 2026 releases original movies and series on Fridays. Major originals include The Accountant 2 (March 21), Road House 2 (June 20), and Red One (November 7). Series like Fallout Season 2 premieres April 10, with weekly episodes. The Boys Season 5 starts June 26. Licensed content arrives throughout the year, with notable additions like Interstellar (January 16), Dune (February 20), and Barbie (March 20).
Prime Video also offers a free ad-supported tier (Freevee) with a separate schedule. Freevee originals like Jury Duty Season 2 drop all episodes on May 1. For a curated list, see Prime Video New Movies.
Rentals and purchases via Prime Video store follow theatrical windows. For example, Wicked (theatrical November 2025) becomes available to rent on January 14, 2026, for $19.99.
Key Prime Video Dates 2026
- January 16: Interstellar
- February 20: Dune
- March 20: Barbie
- March 21: The Accountant 2
- April 10: Fallout Season 2
- June 20: Road House 2
- June 26: The Boys Season 5
- November 7: Red One
Apple TV+: Weekly Premium Drops
Apple TV+ in 2026 maintains its premium, ad-free model at $9.99/month. Original series premiere on Fridays, with all episodes of limited series dropping at once. Silo Season 3 starts January 23. Severance Season 3 debuts March 20. The Morning Show Season 5 premieres September 11. Original films like Wolfs 2 (August 14) and Argylle 2 (December 18) launch globally.
Apple TV+ also adds licensed movies periodically. In 2026, expect The Godfather trilogy (February 6), Jurassic Park collection (April 3), and Back to the Future trilogy (June 5). For details, see Apple TV+ New Movies.
Key Apple TV+ Dates 2026
- January 23: Silo Season 3
- February 6: The Godfather trilogy
- March 20: Severance Season 3
- April 3: Jurassic Park collection
- June 5: Back to the Future trilogy
- August 14: Wolfs 2
- September 11: The Morning Show Season 5
- December 18: Argylle 2
Max: HBO Premieres and Warner Bros. Library
Max in 2026 combines HBO originals with Warner Bros. library titles. HBO series premiere on Sundays: The Last of Us Season 2 starts March 1. House of the Dragon Season 3 begins June 7. Euphoria Season 3 premieres October 4. Max originals like Hacks Season 4 debut May 7.
Warner Bros. theatrical films arrive on Max 45 days after release. Superman (July 10 theatrical) streams in late August. The Batman Part II (October 2 theatrical) arrives in November. Classic library additions include Harry Potter (January 1), The Lord of the Rings (February 1), and DC Animated Universe (March 1). For more, see Max New Movies 2026 and Max Streaming Guide.
Max pricing remains $9.99/month with ads, $15.99/month ad-free, and $19.99/month for the Ultimate ad-free tier with 4K.
Key Max Dates 2026
- January 1: Harry Potter franchise
- February 1: The Lord of the Rings trilogy
- March 1: The Last of Us Season 2
- May 7: Hacks Season 4
- June 7: House of the Dragon Season 3
- August 1: Superman streaming
- October 4: Euphoria Season 3
- November 1: The Batman Part II streaming
How to Use This Calendar
Bookmark this page and check back monthly for updates. For individual movie tracking, use our Where to Watch guides. If you're on a budget, consider ad-supported plans: Netflix Basic with ads ($6.99), Hulu with ads ($7.99), Max with ads ($9.99), and Prime Video (included with Prime at $14.99/month or standalone $8.99). Free ad-supported options like Freevee, Pluto TV, and Tubi also offer rotating libraries — see Free Movies with Ads on Netflix, Free Movies with Ads on Hulu, and Free Movies with Ads on Prime Video for details.
Remember that release dates can shift. Studios sometimes delay titles by weeks or months. Always verify with the streaming service's official press site or social media. For classic movie fans, check Classic Movies on Netflix and Classic Movies on Disney Plus for evergreen content.