The Best Movies to Watch on Apple TV+ in January 2026

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Apple TV+ is adding even more movies and shows, including big-budget originals and dramas with well-known actors. This January, subscribers can enjoy a variety of recent hits, compelling true stories, and brand new releases. From fast-paced sports to thoughtful character-driven films, the platform has something for everyone. Here are some of the most interesting titles you can stream now.

‘Fountain of Youth’ (2026)

This adventure film, directed by Guy Ritchie, follows estranged siblings played by John Krasinski and Natalie Portman as they team up for an international treasure hunt. They use their knowledge of history to decipher clues and search for the legendary Fountain of Youth. Combining adventure and mystery, the movie will be available on Apple TV+ in early 2026.

‘F1’ (2025)

I just finished watching ‘F1,’ and it’s a surprisingly gripping sports drama. Brad Pitt is fantastic as Sonny Hayes, a seasoned racer who steps back into the world to guide a promising young driver, played by Damson Idris. What really sets this film apart is its authenticity – they actually shot during real Formula 1 races with the pros! It really throws you into the high-stakes, physically demanding world of the sport. And with Lewis Hamilton involved as a producer, you know they got the details right. It dropped on streaming December 12th, 2025, and I highly recommend checking it out if you’re a fan of racing or just a good story.

‘Stiller & Meara: Nothing Is Lost’ (2025)

This documentary tells the story of comedy legends Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara, exploring both their professional careers and personal relationship. Through old footage and interviews, it shows how they became famous in the 1960s and how they influenced American comedy. The film also reveals how they managed a thriving comedy duo while also having a loving marriage. It became available to stream on October 24, 2025.

‘Highest 2 Lowest’ (2025)

This new film, directed by Spike Lee and starring Denzel Washington, is a modern take on a classic thriller from 1963. It tells the story of a businessman whose life unravels after a kidnapping doesn’t go as planned, forcing him to face a difficult moral choice. Washington and Lee have collaborated on five films together. The movie examines issues of social class, how far people will go when they’re desperate, and the impact of wealth in today’s world.

‘The Lost Bus’ (2025)

‘The Lost Bus’ is a thrilling drama based on the incredible true story of the 2018 Camp Fire, California’s most devastating wildfire. Starring Matthew McConaughey and America Ferrera, the film follows a bus driver and a teacher as they desperately guide a bus full of children through the flames. Directed by Paul Greengrass, it highlights the courage of everyday people facing extraordinary danger and debuted on Apple TV+ in 2025.

‘The Gorge’ (2025)

‘The Gorge,’ directed by Scott Derrickson, features Miles Teller and Anya Taylor-Joy as highly skilled snipers tasked with protecting a strange and dangerous canyon. As they try to defend against an unknown enemy, they begin to uncover secrets about the location itself. The movie combines action, a developing romance, and a supernatural mystery, creating a tense and unusual story. It was originally released in early 2025.

‘Wolfs’ (2024)

In the new Apple TV+ film ‘Wolfs,’ George Clooney and Brad Pitt play two seasoned professionals tasked with secretly resolving a major crime – only to discover they’ve both been hired for the same job. Forced to work together over one chaotic night, the unlikely pair navigate increasingly wild events. The movie is a funny and exciting action thriller, showcasing the great on-screen connection between Clooney and Pitt, and became available to stream on September 27, 2024.

‘The Instigators’ (2024)

‘The Instigators’ is a new movie starring Matt Damon and Casey Affleck as a father and a former convict who attempt a robbery that goes wrong. While being chased by both the police and angry criminals, they unexpectedly bring the father’s therapist along for the ride. This Boston-based film mixes the excitement of a heist movie with the humor of a buddy comedy, and became available to stream on August 9, 2024.

‘Fly Me to the Moon’ (2024)

Set against the backdrop of the 1960s Space Race, this charming and heartfelt film stars Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum. Johansson portrays a marketing expert brought in to boost NASA’s reputation, and Tatum plays the director in charge of preparing for the Apollo 11 launch. Things get complicated when she’s secretly asked to create a staged moon landing as a plan B in case the real mission fails. The movie debuted on the platform on July 12, 2024.

‘The Family Plan’ (2023)

In ‘The Family Plan,’ Mark Wahlberg plays Dan Morgan, a seemingly ordinary suburban dad with a hidden past – he used to be a top government assassin. When old enemies track him down, he quickly takes his family on a surprise road trip to Las Vegas to keep them safe. The movie follows Dan as he tries to balance protecting his family with keeping his dangerous skills a secret, all while trying to connect with them. It came out on December 15, 2023.

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2026-01-20 00:15