January 2026 on Binge

January 2026 on Binge – highlights include RUN, Bake Off: The Professionals, Ponies, The Postcard Bandit, Animal Control, Scared of the Dark, Gogglebox UK, The Great American Bake Off, Taskmasters New Year Treat 2026, The Strangers: Chapter 2, Mr Burton, Freaky Tales, Schitt’s Creek, Happy Endings, According to Jim, Apples Never Fall and Parks and Recreation.

RUN

Introducing RUN, a pulse-pounding six-part drama inspired by the unbelievably true story of Brenden Abbott, Australia’s most infamous bank robber. Known as ‘The Postcard Bandit’ (also the name of our companion doco), Abbott’s life was a whirlwind of daring heists, two jaw-dropping prison escapes and a relentless game of cat and mouse with the police, led by the dogged Detective Potter.

Premieres January 1

Bake Off: The Professionals (Season 10)

Britain’s top professional pastry chefs return as 12 elite duos from renowned hotels, patisseries, bakeries, contract caterers and culinary schools tackle ambitious challenges set by world-class patissiers Benoit Blin and Cherish Finden. Hosts Liam Charles and Ellie Taylor guide the action.

Premieres January 19

Ponies (Season 1)

An eight-part Cold War spy thriller inspired by the tense world of 1970s Moscow. Two “ponies” – “persons of no interest” – serve as embassy secretaries until their husbands are mysteriously killed. Thrust into covert service, they become CIA operatives to uncover a sprawling conspiracy. Starring Emilia Clarke (Game of Thrones) and Haley Lu Richardson (The White Lotus).

Premieres January 16

The Postcard Bandit

A companion piece to crime drama RUN, The Postcard Bandit is a gripping two-part documentary that dives deep into the life and crimes of Brenden Abbott, one of Australia’s most infamous criminal masterminds. Told through news archives, personal accounts and by Abbott himself, this cinematic series traces his journey from petty teenage thief to the elusive felon.

Premieres January 7

Animal Control (Season 4)

The hit workplace comedy returns with even more animal mayhem. Follow Seattle’s most unpredictable animal control team as they juggle bizarre rescues, workplace dynamics and personal challenges—all while trying to keep the city’s critters (and themselves) under control. Season 4 kicks off with a special double-episode premiere.

Premieres January 16

Scared of the Dark (Season 1)

A high-stakes British celebrity reality series where eight famous faces brave eight days and nights in complete darkness, filmed in a specially constructed bunker. Contestants can opt out at any moment by declaring, “I’m scared of the dark.”

Premieres January 16

Gogglebox UK (Season 26)

Britain’s favorite armchair critics are back: Gogglebox UK returns for its 26th season with a mix of beloved households and fresh faces, delivering hilarious, heartfelt reactions to the week’s biggest TV moments. Tune in weekly.

Premieres January 30

The Great American Bake Off (Season 8)

The iconic tent returns for another sweet showdown, as 12 talented bakers face signature, technical and showstopper challenges under the expert eyes of judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith and hosts Ellie Kemper and Zach Cherry.

Premieres January 27

Taskmasters New Year Treat 2026

Ring in the New Year with chaos and laughs across two nights as Greg Davies and Alex Horne unleash bizarre challenges on five celebrity guests: Big Zuu, Jill Scott, Rose Ayling Ellis, Sam Ryder and Susie Dent.

Premieres January 03

The Strangers: Chapter 2 (2025)

Survivor Maya (Madelaine Petsch, Riverdale) returns in this chilling American horror-thriller directed by Renny Harlin. When masked killers learn she’s still alive, their reign of terror resumes in a remote hospital and rural town. Expect relentless suspense, bloody violence and unceasing dread. (MA 15+)

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Premieres January 23

Mr Burton (2025)

Wild schoolboy Richard Jenkins’ life is transformed by his passionate teacher Philip Burton in this British biographical drama. Starring Harry Lawtey as Richard and Toby Jones as Philip, the film explores mentorship, family hardship and the making of a Welsh acting legend. (M)

Premieres January 31

Freaky Tales (2025)

Step into a wild, interconnected ride through 1987 Oakland in this bold American drama. Starring Pedro Pascal and Australia’s Ben Mendelsohn, the film weaves four genre-bending stories of love, revenge and survival against a backdrop of music and mayhem. (MA 15+)

Premieres January 4

Schitt’s Creek (Seasons 1-6)

With just the right blend of wisdom and humour, Schitt’s Creek reached iconic status for good reason. We’re dropping all six seasons of this Emmy-winning gem, which follows a spoiled family’s fall from grace but transforms into a story of resilience, love and community. And who doesn’t love a show that can make you both laugh and cry?

Premieres January 1

Happy Endings (Seasons 1-3)

Happy Endings remains one of TV’s most underrated gems. This razor-sharp comedy is about a tight-knit group of six friends navigating love, friendship and adulthood in Chicago. Across three seasons, the show finds comic gold in their missteps, misunderstandings and genuine affection for one another. Stars Elisha Cuthbert as Alex and Zachary Knighton as Dave.

Premieres January 5

According to Jim (Seasons 1-8)

Eight seasons of reliably feelgood TV, According to Jim is the kind of sitcom you can sink into any time. Jim Belushi plays loveable, opinionated dad Jim, who’s equal parts charming and exasperating. Set in suburban Chicago, Jim navigates marriage to his endlessly patient wife Cheryl (Courtney Thorne-Smith), raises five kids and wrangles his meddling in-laws.

Premieres January 5

Apples Never Fall (Season 1)

A gripping mystery thriller miniseries that examines the cracks in a seemingly perfect family. The Delaney family are a prominent and highly respected family on Florida’s sun-drenched West Palm Beach social scene. When matriarch Joy suddenly disappears, it opens a floodgate of revelations.

Streaming now

Parks and Recreation (Seasons 1-7)

Follow Leslie Knope (Amy Poehler), an endlessly optimistic and determined public servant, as she tackles quirky projects to improve her Indiana town. With an outstanding ensemble cast, including Nick Offerman, Rashida Jones, Chris Pratt and Aubrey Plaza.

Streaming now

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