The New Year holidays of 2026 will be filled with interesting events: viewers can expect nine new series. This diverse list includes British detective stories, superhero science fiction, psychological thrillers, and comedies. We will tell you about the stories that will make your holiday week from December 29 to January 4 especially exciting.
1
“Supergen,” science fiction, season two (January 1)
The life of courier Michael Lasaki changes when he receives the terrible news that his fiancée is terminally ill. To save her, he must find four others like her with unexpected superpowers in South London. This task proves to be difficult, as the new heroes have their own plans. In the second season, Michael, consumed by a thirst for revenge, travels to the future to confront those who control his fate. Gathering a team of superheroes, he is ready to fight against a mysterious organization led by Victoria.
2
“Run Away,” thriller, premiere (January 1)
Simon had a perfect life until his eldest daughter Paige ran away from home. This event triggers a chain of destructive changes. Soon he finds his daughter in a vulnerable state in a park, and he has the opportunity to bring her home. However, the situation turns out to be much more complicated than he expected, and his desire to save his daughter leads him into a world full of terrible secrets.
3
“Purely English Murders,” detective, season 22 (December 29)
The series is based on the works of Caroline Graham and continues to tell about mysterious crimes committed in English villages. Elegant detectives investigate cases set against the picturesque landscapes of Midsomer County, where even in a quiet and peaceful setting, terrible events occur. Village police officers engage in dangerous work that no one chooses.
4
“Dear Life,” drama, premiere (January 1)
Lilian, who has survived a tragedy, finds strange comfort in watching people who have received the organs of her deceased fiancé. Her grief turns into stalking as she begins visiting the homes of strangers who hold pieces of Ash, leading to a series of touching and comedic events.
5
“When Calls the Heart,” melodrama, season 14 (January 4)
The plot is based on the historical novel by Janette Oke and tells the story of schoolteacher Elizabeth Thatcher, who moves to a small coal mining town from the capital. Here she faces the difficult fates of the local residents, including her new friend Abigail Stanton, who recently lost her husband in the mine.
6
“The Wish Map,” comedy, premiere (January 1)
The story focuses on 30-year-old Olesya, who struggles to find her place in life and build relationships with those around her. When her dreams begin to come true, she finds a way to improve her connections with loved ones. Problems often lie within ourselves, and to build trusting relationships, it is important to resolve our internal conflicts.
7
“Zhenya Russell,” comedic fantasy, premiere (January 1)
The main character, Zhenya, dreams of a girl named Alice but ends up in the body of a dog due to a spell. He is happy to be near her, but when the full moon arrives, he must regain his human form to save her from danger.
8
“Lily of the Valley. Second Spring,” drama, season two (January 1)
Katya, a wealthy heiress, lives in London and tries to escape from people connected to her father, so she moves to Yaroslavl. There she meets Lesha, a simple guy who is ready to help her. Soon they decide to get married so she can stay in the garrison. But will they be able to understand each other despite their different upbringings?
9
“MF Ghost,” anime, season three (January 2)
The plot of the anime unfolds in the 2020s, when most cars are already equipped with autopilots, significantly reducing the number of accidents on the roads. The success of the technology led to traditional cars being discontinued, leaving only electric vehicles on the roads. As a result, Japanese sports racing MFG became popular.
For information on new and continuing series released this week (December 22-28), click the link.
