January 2026 promises a lot of exciting science fiction entertainment, both in cinemas and on streaming services. Whether you enjoy epic space stories or realistic futuristic dramas, there’s something new and returning for every sci-fi fan. Here’s a look at the biggest releases planned for the first month of the year.
‘The Pitt’ (2025)
Noah Wyle leads this gripping new medical drama, premiering on Max January 8, 2026. The show takes a realistic look at the challenges faced by doctors and nurses in a busy hospital, focusing on the cutting-edge technology they use and the bigger problems within the healthcare system. It’s a return to medical television for Wyle, but with a fresh, futuristic twist on the typical hospital procedural.
‘The Hunting Party’ (2025)
Premiering January 8, 2026, on NBC, this new show follows a team of investigators hunting down dangerous fugitives who’ve escaped from a secret facility. Each episode features cutting-edge technology and psychological insights as they solve challenging cases. The series blends thrilling suspense with elements of science fiction, revealing a larger conspiracy connected to the escapes.
‘Obex’ (2026)
The indie sci-fi film ‘Obex’ will have a limited release in theaters on January 9, 2026. The story follows a research team who find a strange object that can change reality itself. They struggle with what to do with this discovery, all while facing pressure from those who want to use it as a weapon. The film explores the big ideas about what happens when humans encounter something truly alien or from another dimension.
‘Tehran’ (2020)
The popular spy thriller ‘Tehran’ is back on Apple TV+ January 9, 2026, continuing the story of a Mossad hacker working undercover in Tehran. The show realistically portrays the world of cyber warfare and intelligence gathering as the hacker faces increasing danger and difficult choices in a city filled with surveillance and political intrigue. The new season promises even more suspense and life-threatening challenges for the main character.
‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’ (2026)
On January 15, 2026, Paramount+ will launch ‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy,’ a new show following a group of recruits as they train to become members of Starfleet. The series explores the challenges these cadets face as they learn to cooperate, compete, and defend the United Federation of Planets from various dangers. It offers a new look at the ‘Star Trek’ universe by focusing on the journey of its future explorers and how they are prepared for their roles.
‘All You Need Is Kill’ (2026)
The new movie ‘All You Need Is Kill’ comes to select theaters on January 16, 2026. It’s based on a popular story and set in a future war where soldiers wear high-tech suits to fight off an alien invasion. The film follows a soldier who gets stuck in a time loop during a crucial battle. It’s a story about never giving up and how soldiers learn and adapt their tactics when facing constant, life-or-death challenges.
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2026-01-04 15:45