Prime Video is set to kick off 2026 with a massive content line-up, blending high-stakes reality TV, the return of a globally acclaimed thriller, and a robust schedule of live sports. The January slate reinforces the platform’s commitment to “non-stop” entertainment, featuring everything from MrBeast’s $5 million competition to Tom Hiddleston’s long-awaited return as Jonathan Pine.
The expansive schedule includes a mix of Amazon Originals, exclusive sports broadcasts, and a deep library of blockbuster films like the Mission: Impossible franchise and Alien: Romulus.
The new year begins with the return of ‘Beast Games’ on January 7, after its record-breaking debut. This season, global digital icon MrBeast introduces the “Strong vs. Smart” theme, pitting 100 of the world’s most physically elite competitors against 100 of its sharpest minds for a staggering $5 million prize.
Just days later, on January 11, the Emmy-winning spy thriller ‘The Night Manager’ returns for its second season. Tom Hiddleston reprises his role as Jonathan Pine, who is pulled out of a quiet life under a new identity to infiltrate a dangerous arms syndicate in Colombia.
Prime Video continues its push into global storytelling with a diverse array of romantic and suspenseful narratives:
- Sigue mi voz (Follow My Voice): A Spanish romantic drama premiering January 2.
- Spring Fever: A Korean romance arriving January 5, featuring an unlikely love story in a quiet village.
- Steal: A high-tension heist series starring Sophie Turner, launching January 21.
- The Wrecking Crew: An action-comedy premiering January 28, starring Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista as estranged brothers.
Prime Video is rapidly becoming the home for live sports, offering an unparalleled January schedule for basketball, football, and combat sports fans.
- NBA on Prime: Regular-season games on Jan 2, 10, 15, 18, 22, 23, 29, and 31.
- Global NBA Games: The 2026 Berlin Game (Jan 15) and London Game (Jan 18).
- NFL Coverage: Thursday Night Football’s Wild Card coverage.
- Additional Action: NBA G League matchups, Seattle Kraken (NHL) games, and ONE Championship events.
With over 60 new movies and series joining the platform, Prime Video is ensuring that 2026 starts with a diverse, “one-stop” entertainment experience for audiences across 240+ countries and territories.
Key Highlights:
- Major Returns: ‘Beast Games’ Season 2 premieres Jan 7 with a $5 million “Strong vs. Smart” battle, followed by ‘The Night Manager’ Season 2 on Jan 11 starring Tom Hiddleston.
- Action & Heists: Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista team up in The Wrecking Crew (Jan 28), while Sophie Turner leads the heist thriller Steal (Jan 21).
- Live Sports Hub: Prime Video will stream extensive NBA regular-season games, the Berlin and London international games, and NFL Wild Card coverage.
- Global Content: The slate includes international originals like Korea’s ‘Spring Fever’ and Spain’s ‘Sigue mi voz’, alongside blockbuster library additions like the Mission: Impossible series.