17 New Releases to Watch in July 2026 on Netflix

July 1: In this third installment, Enola Holmes is thrust into a much darker and more personal case when her brother Sherlock is kidnapped under mysterious circumstances. The plot takes her all the way to Malta, where a complex plot appears to be linked to political issues and a larger conspiracy.

Millie Bobby Brown reprises her role as Enola, alongside Henry Cavill and Louis Partridge. The film adopts a more mature tone than its predecessors, while retaining the saga’s spirit of investigation and adventure. The film explores new European locations and highlights the main character’s evolution toward greater independence.

July 1: This French historical series is set in Nice during the summer of 1936, when workers were enjoying paid vacation for the first time. The story follows four women from very different backgrounds whose lives become intertwined after a murder at a hotel on the Riviera.

Starring Julie de Bona, Sofia Essaïdi, and Nolwenn Leroy, the series blends social drama and a criminal investigation against a backdrop of historic upheaval. The direction highlights the contrast between carefree summer days and the social tensions of the era, while exploring women’s struggles and social hierarchies.

July 1: This documentary series delves into true stories of neighborhoods that have turned into nightmares, where everyday conflicts escalate into extreme situations. Cynthia Childs leads this production, which focuses on firsthand accounts and reenactments of real cases.

Each episode explores a new story, highlighting disputes, neighborhood tensions, and sometimes unexpected criminal cases. The true crime format draws on interviews and archival footage to recreate the events. The goal is to show how neighborly relationships can spiral out of control and become destructive, often stemming from simple misunderstandings or prolonged conflicts.

July 2: The final season once again follows Mavis Beaumont (Michelle Buteau) as she transitions from a period of personal healing to a new phase of professional ambition. After trying to bounce back from the previous seasons, she finds herself facing a major opportunity in the New York fashion scene, where she must prove that her inclusive vision can thrive in a highly competitive environment.

This third season places greater emphasis on the consolidation of her career—with the launch of a more structured and high-profile fashion project—as well as on the consequences of her personal choices. Mavis is no longer just in survival mode: she must now decide what she wants to build for the long term, both in her love life and in her close relationships.

July 4: The crime series based on Tony Hillerman’s novels continues the investigations of Joe Leaphorn and Jim Chee with the Navajo Tribal Police. Zahn McClarnon reprises his role as Leaphorn, alongside Kiowa Gordon (Chee) and Jessica Matten (Bernadette Manuelito), with Deanna Allison and Noah Emmerich continuing in their roles from previous story arcs. This season delves even deeper into the tensions between cultural traditions, spirituality, and external pressures from federal authorities.

The central investigation appears to be linked to a broader corruption network, where secrets buried within the community resurface. The atmosphere remains highly evocative, with the southwestern desert serving as a major narrative element, reinforcing the characters’ isolation and psychological tension.

July 8: This Mexican miniseries, directed by Ernesto Contreras and adapted from the novel by Niccolò Ammaniti, takes place during the summer of 1986 in a remote rural village. It follows Miguel, a 10-year-old boy, who discovers another child, Felipe, hiding at the bottom of a hole. What seems like a game turns into a dark reality: Felipe is kidnapped. Miguel tries to help him in secret, developing a fragile friendship while discovering that adults in his circle are involved in the crime. The cast includes Luis Alberti, Fátima Molina, Yoshira Escárrega, Fernando Cuautle, Leidi Gutiérrez, Humberto Busto, Nora Huerta, and Fernando Bonilla.

July 8: This French drama follows a mother willing to do anything to save her seriously ill child, as she desperately searches for a compatible donor. Played by Nawell Madani, she portrays a woman pushed to her limits by a complex medical and social system. The film explores the moral boundaries of parental love and impossible choices. Guillaume Gouix rounds out the cast. The story highlights powerful ethical dilemmas, all while maintaining a constant emotional tension.

July 9: Little House on the Prairie (Season 1) Netflix Original – This new adaptation of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s novels retells the story of an American pioneer family facing the challenges of rural life in the 19th century. The series focuses on themes of survival, solidarity, and community building. Led by a new cast that includes Alice Halsey and Luke Bracey, it modernizes the story while remaining true to its original spirit. The direction emphasizes nature, the seasons, and the daily hardships faced by the settlers.

July 10: This documentary looks back at a shipwreck that occurred in 2012 and made international headlines. Through survivor testimonies, reenactments, and archival footage, the film recounts the tragic events and the rescue operations. It also explores human errors and the critical decisions made at sea. The film emphasizes the human dimension of the tragedy, as well as the psychological consequences for the survivors and the victims’ families.

July 12: This special revisits the couples who formed during the previous season to see which ones have survived in real life after the pod experience. Among them are Emma and James, who are trying to navigate a complicated long-distance relationship, and Asha and Daniel, whose marriage is strained by family tensions and differences in lifestyle. Other participants, such as Leah, Marcus, and Sophie, also reappear—some single, others in new relationships. The show focuses on post-experience conflicts, unexpected breakups, and couples who are still trying to build a future together off-camera.

July 14: This sports documentary series follows several NFL quarterbacks throughout their season. Jayden Daniels, Baker Mayfield, Cam Ward, and Joe Flacco take center stage in this new season. The show offers exclusive access to the locker rooms, games, and the athletes’ personal lives. The goal is to highlight the mental and physical pressure associated with this key position in American football, while humanizing the players behind the performance.

July 16: The Hawk (Season 1) Netflix Original – This comedy-drama series stars Will Ferrell as a former professional golfer who refuses to retire. Lonnie Hawkins tries to make a comeback despite his age and his family’s doubts. The story explores nostalgia, athletic ego, and the quest for redemption. The character also faces an unexpected rival: his own prodigy son. The tone blends humor and emotion in the world of competitive sports.

July 17: This final special follows Nick and Charlie as they navigate the transition to adulthood and the prospect of a long-distance relationship. Written by Alice Oseman, the story maintains its gentle, introspective tone, focusing on teenage emotions. The supporting characters are also going through their own changes, from friendships to decisions about their futures. The special serves as the conclusion to their story, exploring the fear of separation and the strength of emotional bonds.

July 22: This documentary looks back at a highly publicized criminal case in California involving a young woman accused of orchestrating a violent scheme stemming from a toxic romantic relationship. The film explores the relationship between Kayla Jennings and those around her, gradually revealing a climate of psychological manipulation, emotional dependence, and a web of lies. The investigation also draws on testimonies from the police, family members, and experts in criminal psychology. The documentary shows how the media turned the case into a sensation, complicating the public’s perception of her actual guilt. It examines the line between victim and accused.

July 23: The series returns with Josh Duhamel (Staten Kirkland) and Minka Kelly (Quinn O’Grady), still caught up in the romantic and financial turmoil of the Texas Hill Country.

This season delves deeper into Staten’s struggle to save the Double K Ranch in the face of outside pressures and mounting debt, while Quinn is offered a career opportunity in New York that could change everything. Supporting characters like Lizzy Greene (Lauren Brigman) and Garrett Wareing (Lucas Russell) also take on greater prominence as they navigate their own family and romantic conflicts. Relationships become more unstable as the community faces the threat of major economic changes.

July 24: This comedy directed by Tim Story stars Kevin Hart as a 40-year-old man who’s a bit overwhelmed by his life and finds himself mistakenly added to a group of young people heading out for a wild weekend of partying. He shares the screen with Marcello Hernández, Mason Gooding, Kam Patterson, Ben Marshall, and Teyana Taylor.

The film plays on the contrast between generations, featuring absurd situations in which the main character tries to keep up while questioning his own life. Behind the humor, the story also addresses feelings of stagnation, the need for change, and the fear of aging.

July 30: This drama miniseries recounts the 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie. It follows Scottish and American investigators, including characters inspired by real-life figures portrayed by Connor Swindells, Merritt Wever, and Patrick J. Adams. The series details the complex international investigation, the political pressures, and the legal obstacles encountered in identifying those responsible.

It also highlights the victims’ families, whose testimonies underscore the lasting human impact of the tragedy. The series emphasizes international cooperation and the many years it took to uncover the truth.