Netflix Kicks Off Its 2026 Holiday Blitz: New Christmas Movies and Specials to Stream

Netflix has unveiled its full slate of 2026 holiday originals, and an overseas entertainment magazine has pulled together a handy guide to every Christmas movie and TV special hitting the service in November and December. For viewers trying to plan their seasonal watchlist, it’s effectively a roadmap to what you’ll be streaming between now and New Year’s.

According to the feature, this year’s lineup leans into variety: live‑action adaptations of popular holiday romance novels, a star‑studded baking competition special, and multiple family‑friendly TV events. One highlighted title is a Swedish “life‑swap” Christmas rom‑com that’s being pitched as a fresh alternative for anyone who’s worn out The Holiday or The Princess Switch. Another talking point is a festive special led by teen YouTuber Salish Matter, building on her earlier Netflix lifestyle series with her father and clearly aimed at younger, social‑media‑savvy viewers.

The article frames this holiday push as part of the broader “Christmas content wars” across streaming platforms, with Netflix intent on staying the default destination for seasonal comfort viewing. For audiences in Japan, the mix of cozy romance, light family drama, and easy‑to‑watch competition shows should work well both for background viewing during year‑end chores and for relaxed group watching with family or friends.