Netflix has a packed schedule for the week of July 13 through July 19, 2026, with new original series, returning favorites, blockbuster movies, documentaries, live sports, and international releases. Whether you enjoy romantic dramas, comedy, thrillers, anime, or action franchises, this week’s lineup offers something for every kind of viewer.
The biggest highlights include the feature-length finale Heartstopper Forever, Will Ferrell’s new comedy series The Hawk, and the arrival of the complete Hunger Games film collection. Netflix is also expanding its lineup with live sports, podcasts, Korean dramas, and Japanese series throughout the week.
Biggest Netflix Releases This Week
| Title | Release Date | Genre |
|---|---|---|
| Heartstopper Forever | July 17 | Romance, Drama |
| The Hawk Season 1 | July 16 | Comedy |
| The Hunger Games Collection | July 14 | Action, Sci-Fi |
| Quarterback Season 3 | July 14 | Sports Documentary |
| The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On Season 4 | July 15 | Reality |
| The East Palace | July 17 | Fantasy K-Drama |
| The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon Season 3 | July 19 | Horror, Action |
Top Picks You Shouldn’t Miss
Heartstopper Forever
Nick and Charlie return for one final chapter in Heartstopper Forever, a feature-length special that concludes one of Netflix’s most popular coming-of-age romances. As Nick prepares for university, both characters face difficult choices about their future together, while their friends also begin new stages of adulthood. The film stars Kit Connor and Joe Locke and arrives on Friday, July 17.
The Hawk
Will Ferrell headlines Netflix’s newest comedy series as Lonnie “The Hawk” Hawkins, a former golf champion who refuses to retire. Despite his age and injuries, he attempts one final comeback while competing against his talented son. The series premieres on Thursday, July 16.
The Hunger Games Collection
Fans of dystopian action can binge the entire franchise beginning Tuesday, July 14. Netflix is adding:
- The Hunger Games (2012)
- Catching Fire (2013)
- Mockingjay Part 1 (2014)
- Mockingjay Part 2 (2015)
- The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes (2023)
The addition of the 2023 prequel makes this one of the biggest licensed movie collections arriving this month.
Full Netflix Release Schedule
| Date | New Releases |
|---|---|
| July 13 (Monday) | Golden Kamuy: The Abashiri Prison Raid, Hot Ones: Extra Heat, Jim Thorpe: Lit by Lightning, Mile End Kicks, MLB Home Run Derby (LIVE), On Purpose with Jay Shetty |
| July 14 (Tuesday) | Quarterback Season 3, Technically, The Hunger Games collection |
| July 15 (Wednesday) | Snowden, The Tick Seasons 1 and 2, The Ultimatum Season 4 |
| July 16 (Thursday) | The Hawk, Me Before Me, Love You So Bad, The Body in the Locker |
| July 17 (Friday) | Heartstopper Forever, Heartstopper Forever: Official Podcast, 23 000 Lives, Desire, The East Palace, The Map of Longing |
| July 18 (Saturday) | Spooky in Love |
| July 19 (Sunday) | The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon Season 3, Soar High!, You Can’t Expense This! |
Other Notable Arrivals
Several additional releases deserve attention this week.
- Quarterback Season 3 follows NFL stars Jayden Daniels, Baker Mayfield, Cam Ward, and Joe Flacco through another football season.
- The East Palace introduces a supernatural mystery set inside a haunted royal palace.
- 23 000 Lives tells the true story of volunteers rescuing refugees in the Mediterranean.
- Desire delivers a suspenseful Mexican thriller centered on a dangerous affair.
- On Purpose with Jay Shetty expands the popular podcast into a Netflix video series featuring celebrity interviews.
Quick Watch Guide
| Looking For | Watch |
|---|---|
| Romance | Heartstopper Forever |
| Comedy | The Hawk |
| Action | The Hunger Games Collection |
| Reality TV | The Ultimatum Season 4 |
| Sports | Quarterback Season 3 |
| Documentary | Jim Thorpe: Lit by Lightning |
| K-Drama | The East Palace, Spooky in Love |
| Zombie Drama | The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon Season 3 |
Final Thoughts
The week of July 13 to July 19 is one of Netflix’s strongest lineups this month. The emotional conclusion of Heartstopper, the arrival of The Hunger Games franchise, and Will Ferrell’s new comedy The Hawk headline a schedule that also includes documentaries, live sports, reality shows, anime, and international originals.
If you’re planning a weekend binge, this week’s releases provide plenty of options across every major genre.
