January 2026 on Paramount+ – highlights include The Good Half, Max And The Midknights, SpongeBob SquarePants, Girl Taken, The 83rd Golden Globe Awards, The Fairly OddParents: A New Wish, Tyler Perry’s Young Dylan, Geordie Shore, Super Duper Bunny League, Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, Despicable Me Four, Tim Rex in Space, Canada Shore, The Sloth Lane and School Spirits.
Sport In January
ACTION ALL MONTH LONG
Summer heats up on Paramount+ this January, with non-stop action across Australia and beyond. The Ninja A-League Women delivers edge-of-your-seat clashes as teams jostle for top spots and rising stars seize their moment, while the Isuzu UTE A-League Men heats up with fierce rivalries and every match shaping the battle for the summit of the table.
Australia’s future stars take to the field in the AFC U23 Asian Cup, offering a glimpse of the next generation aiming to make their mark on the international stage. Meanwhile, Round 16 in the Coppa Italia promises knockout drama and classic European tension as clubs fight for a place in the quarter-finals.
Fight fans, this is your ultimate fight season! Paramount+ streams all live UFC Fight Nights and the prelims for marquee numbered events, kicking off with UFC 324 in Las Vegas on Sunday, January 25. Watch elite fighters go toe-to-toe in intense battles, from stunning knockouts to technical masterclasses, delivering heart-pounding action you won’t want to miss. With hundreds of live fights across the year, Paramount+ gives Australian fans front-row access to the world’s most thrilling UFC moments.
No matter the sport, summer sizzles on Paramount+!
The Good Half
SUNDAY, 4 JANUARY
EXCLUSIVE COMEDY FEATURE
In this heartfelt comedy-drama, Nick Jonas stars as Renn Wheeland, an emotionally distant writer who returns to his hometown of Cleveland for his beloved mother’s funeral.
As Renn reconnects with his overburdened sister Leigh (Brittany Snow), his eager-to-help father Darren (Matt Walsh) and his awkward stepfather Rick (David Arquette), he confronts long-avoided family tensions and unresolved grief. Along the way, he forms an unexpected bond with Zoey (Alexandra Shipp), a compassionate stranger he meets during his journey, who challenges him to face his pain and embrace growth.
Max And The Midknights Season Three
WEDNESDAY, 7 JANUARY
EXCLUSIVE NEW KIDS ANIMATED SEASON / BATCH DROP
Based on the best-selling children’s books by acclaimed author and cartoonist Lincoln Peirce (Big Nate), the medieval action-adventure comedy series follows Max, a determined 10-year-old girl with big dreams of becoming a knight, as she leads her friends on epic adventures filled with excitement, bravery, and lots of fun.
In season three, Max and the Midknights embark on a quest to help a neighbouring kingdom of gnomes and discover that their own kingdom could be in danger.
SpongeBob SquarePants Season 16
WEDNESDAY, 7 JANUARY
EXCLUSIVE NEW KIDS ANIMATED EPISODES / BATCH DROP
SpongeBob SquarePants returns with brand-new episodes featuring SpongeBob, Patrick, Squidward, Sandy, Mr. Krabs and the rest of Bikini Bottom. The long-running global hit continues its signature blend of humour, imagination and undersea antics, with fresh adventures led by the series’ iconic voice cast, including Tom Kenny, Bill Fagerbakke, Rodger Bumpass, Clancy Brown, Carolyn Lawrence and Mr. Lawrence.
With its colourful world, beloved characters and timeless comedy, Season 16 offers fun for fans of all ages as SpongeBob and friends dive into another round of underwater mischief and feel-good entertainment.
Girl Taken
THURSDAY, 8 JANUARY
EXCLUSIVE ORIGINAL DRAMA SERIES / BATCH DROP
Based on the novel Baby Doll by Hollie Overton, Girl Taken follows the story of twin sisters Lily and Abby, whose lives are shattered when Lily is abducted from their quiet rural English town by beloved local teacher Rick Hansen. After years of abuse in captivity, Lily escapes – only to discover that freedom brings its own challenges. The world she longed to return to has moved on without her.
As Abby, Lily and their mother Eve struggle to rebuild their family, they must confront the lasting damage and the terrifying reality that Rick is still out there, determined to control the narrative and evade justice. Raw and emotionally charged, Girl Taken is a gripping exploration of trauma, resilience, sisterhood, and the high cost of reclaiming one’s life.
The series stars Alfie Allen (Game of Thrones, Atomic) and Jill Halfpenny (The Cuckoo, After the Flood) as Rick and Eve, while sisters Tallulah (The Forsyte Saga, My Fault: London) and Delphi Evans take on the roles of Lily and Abby.
The 83rd Golden Globe Awards
MONDAY, 12 JANUARY FROM 12PM AEDT
EXCLUSIVE LIVE AWARDS SHOW
The 83rd Annual Golden Globe® Awards returns as Hollywood’s Party of the Year, celebrating the very best in film, television and now podcasting.
As the largest awards show in the world, the Golden Globes marks the first major event of the awards season, bringing together the industry’s biggest stars and most talked-about titles.
This year’s ceremony will be hosted by acclaimed Golden Globe, Grammy and Emmy-nominated comedian and actress Nikki Glaser, with 28 award categories, including the introduction of a brand-new honour for Best Podcast.
The Fairly OddParents: A New Wish Season One
TUESDAY, 13 JANUARY
NEW EPISODES – KIDS ANIMATED SERIES / BATCH DROP
In The Fairly OddParents: A New Wish, 10-year-old Hazel Wells has just moved to the big city of Dimmadelphia because of her dad’s new job.
On top of being in an unfamiliar environment, it’s the first time she’s been without her brother, Antony, who has just left for college, leaving her lonely and unsure of herself.
All that changes when the pink-and-green-haired neighbours next door reveal that they are no ordinary neighbours… they’re Cosmo and Wanda, Fairy Godparents! And they’re coming out of retirement to make all of Hazel’s wishes come true.
Tyler Perry’s Young Dylan Season Five
WEDNESDAY, 14 JANUARY
EXCLUSIVE NEW SEASON / BATCH DROP
Tyler Perry’s Young Dylan returns for Season Five with even bigger laughs, sharper rhymes and brand-new adventures as Dylan continues chasing his dreams of hip-hop stardom. Now more confident than ever, Dylan navigates school, family life and friendships alongside his cousins while trying to stay out of trouble, with mixed results.
As he hones his talent and faces new creative challenges, Dylan learns important lessons about responsibility, loyalty and believing in himself. With a mix of comedy, music and heart, season five continues the series’ fun, family-friendly storytelling as Dylan’s world grows and his ambitions soar.
Geordie Shore Season 26
WEDNESDAY, 14 JANUARY
EXCLUSIVE NEW REALITY SEASON / WEEKLY
It’s Geordie Shore’s 15th anniversary but Chloe Ferry’s also turning 30! To mark the occasion, trip organiser Nathan leads the way as the party heads to Europe, where the crew meet up in Lisbon, for the mother of all city breaks.
There’s also a Geordie blast from the past. After many years, best mates Aaron and Gary are back and ready to liven things up. But will a public feud between James and Ricci cause an even bigger divide between the group? Or will the return of the OGs help bring the family back together?
Get ready for explosive face-offs, emotional conflicts, and plenty of laugh out loud moments as the Geordies take on Lisbon.
Super Duper Bunny League Season Two
WEDNESDAY, 14 JANUARY
EXCLUSIVE NEW KIDS ANIMATED EPISODES / BATCH DROP
The Super Duper Bunny League bounces back with brand-new episodes filled with action, silliness and super-powered fun. Buns, Bops and Bloops return with fresh missions as they protect their city from quirky new villains, chaotic inventions and unexpected surprises.
Packed with colourful animation, upbeat humour and heartwarming teamwork, these new episodes continue the Bunny League’s adventures as they show young viewers that bravery, friendship and kindness are the best super powers of all.
Star Trek: Starfleet Academy
THURSDAY, 15 JANUARY
EXCLUSIVE ORIGINAL NEW SEASON / TWO EPISODES THEN WEEKLY
Star Trek: Starfleet Academy introduces viewers to a young group of cadets who come together to pursue a common dream of hope and optimism. Under the watchful and demanding eyes of their instructors, they discover what it takes to become Starfleet officers as they navigate blossoming friendships, explosive rivalries, first loves and a new enemy that threatens both the Academy and the Federation itself.
The series stars Holly Hunter as the Chancellor of Starfleet Academy, alongside Starfleet cadets played by Sandro Rosta, Karim Diané, Kerrice Brooks, George Hawkins and Bella Shepard, plus Zoë Steiner, Tig Notaro, Robert Picardo, and guest stars Oded Fehr and Mary Wiseman, as well as recurring guest stars Gina Yashere and Paul Giamatti.
Despicable Me Four
SUNDAY, 18 JANUARY
EXCLUSIVE KIDS ANIMATED COMEDY FEATURE
In Despicable Me 4, Gru (Steve Carell), now a dedicated Anti-Villain League agent, finds his world turned upside down with the arrival of baby Gru Jr., who seems determined to make his father’s life as difficult as possible. But family chaos quickly takes a back seat when Gru’s long-time nemesis Maxime Le Mal (Will Ferrell) escapes from prison with his glamorous and dangerous partner Valentina (Sofía Vergara), forcing Gru, Lucy (Kristen Wiig) and the girls, Margo (Miranda Cosgrove), Edith (Dana Gaier) and Agnes (Madison Polan), into protective custody.
As the family adjusts to new identities and a new neighbourhood, their cover is threatened by ambitious teen Poppy Prescott (Joey King), while the Minions, voiced once again by Pierre Coffin, spiral into over-the-top experiments that produce a team of unpredictable Mega Minions.
Tim Rex in Space Season Two
WEDNESDAY, 21 JANUARY
EXCLUSIVE NEW KIDS ANIMATED SEASON / BATCH DROP
Tim Rex in Space returns for season two, with Tim the Tyrannosaurus Rex and his family back for even bigger adventures and even bigger solutions. Alongside his big brother Tommy, little sister Tia and triceratops best mate Kai, Tim continues to tackle kid-sized problems with dino-sized creativity, all set against the wildly imaginative backdrop of outer space.
Life in Rumbleton is busier than ever. The asteroid cluster town, where family homes, cafés, shops, parks and even a beach each sit on their own floating rock, continues to grow, bringing new challenges, friendships and surprises. With fresh locations across the asteroid belt, new recurring characters and higher stakes adventures, Tim and his friends learn more about responsibility, empathy and teamwork, while keeping the humour, heart and action cranked up.
The voice cast for Tim Rex in Space features Cassian Swan-McKee as Tim, Ace Gill as Tommy, Hope Delaney as Tia and Jamie Smart as Kai. The cast also includes Stephen Alan Yorke, Nim Miller, Sophia Nomvete, Jessica Robinson, Alex Carter and Lorraine Bruce.
Canada Shore Season One
THURSDAY, 22 JANUARY
EXCLUSIVE ORIGINAL NEW SERIES / TWO EPISODES THEN WEEKLY
Ten Canadians, unlimited drama and a summer unlike anything else!
Filmed on the shores of Kelowna, British Columbia, the series brings together 10 bold and unapologetic Canadian singles for a whirlwind season of romance, friendships and full-throttle fun.
From coast to coast to coast, these 10 larger-than-life Canada Shore roommates are ready to party, flirt harder and turn every night into memories (and maybe a little mayhem).
But it’s not all hookups and hangovers. Beneath the chaos is a crew that laughs together, fights together and somehow becomes a family.
The Sloth Lane
SUNDAY, 25 JANUARY
EXCLUSIVE KIDS ANIMATED FEATURE
After a terrifying storm destroys their home, a speedy sloth named Laura and her kooky family are forced to move to the big city with nothing but their prized family recipe book – and a rusted old food truck.
The family’s delicious food soon catches the eye of a quick witted cheetah named Dotti (voiced by Ghostbusters’ Leslie Jones) who will stop at nothing to revive her failing fast food business, Zoom Fuel.
Featuring great Aussie voice talent including Dan Brumm (Uncle Stripe in Bluey) and Remy Hii (Spider-Man: Far From Home).
School Spirits Season Three
WEDNESDAY, 28 JANUARY
EXCLUSIVE ORIGINAL NEW SEASON
Season three of School Spirits plunges Maddie Nears and her friends into a deeper, darker mystery as the veil between worlds grows dangerously thin, delivering twists that challenge everything they thought they knew. After clawing her way back to life, Maddie struggles with terrifying visions and the weight of protecting both the living and the dead, while Simon – trapped in the afterlife – becomes obsessed with the secrets buried in Split River High’s scars. Why have so many people died at Split River High? What was Mr Martin warning them about? As they search for answers, new dangers and dark secrets begin to surface.
School Spirits stars Peyton List as Maddie Nears, Kristian Ventura as Simon Elroy, Spencer MacPherson as Xavier Baxter, Kiara Pichardo as Nicole Herrera, Sarah Yarkin as Rhonda, Nick Pugliese as Charley, Rainbow Wedell as Claire Zomer, Josh Zuckerman as Mr Martin, Ci Hang Ma as Quinn, Miles Elliot as Yuri and Milo Manheim as Wally Clark.
Newcomers this season include recurring guest stars Jennifer Tilly as Dr Hunter-Price, Ari Dalbert as Kyle and Erika Swayze as Livia, who join returning recurring guest stars Maria Dizzia as Sandra, Patrick Gilmore as Mr Anderson, Alex Zahara as Principal Hartman, Ian Tracey as Sheriff Baxter, Jess Gabor as Janet and Zack Calderon as Diego.
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