Every Movie Arriving on Netflix This Week, Including a Hit Fantasy Comedy Starring Ben Stiller

Netflix is preparing to update its library with a diverse selection of stand-up comedy, high-octane action, and beloved family classics during the transition from January to February. This week’s schedule features a mix of original content and major licensed titles that cater to various genres, including science fiction and biographical drama. Subscribers can expect a significant influx of movies on the first of the month, which is a standard release window for the platform’s catalog updates. From 1990s blockbusters to modern thrillers, the upcoming lineup offers several notable options for home viewing.

‘Mike Epps: Delusional’ (2026)

Veteran comedian Mike Epps returns to the stage for a new Netflix stand-up special, which premieres on Tuesday, January 27. The performance showcases his signature observational humor and storytelling as he navigates the complexities of modern life. This release marks another collaboration between the comic and the streaming platform following his previous successful specials. ‘Mike Epps: Delusional’ aims to provide high-energy entertainment through his unique comedic perspective and stage presence.

‘Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb’ (2014)

The third installment of the popular family franchise arrives on the streaming service on Sunday, February 1. In this adventure, Larry Daley travels to London’s British Museum to save the magic of the Tablet of Ahkmenrah before it disappears forever. The film features the final live-action performances of screen legends Robin Williams and Mickey Rooney. Ben Stiller returns as the dedicated night guard who leads his historical friends on an international mission to preserve their existence.

‘Copshop’ (2021)

Directed by Joe Carnahan, this intense action-thriller joins the platform’s library on Sunday, February 1. The plot follows a clever con artist who deliberately gets himself arrested to hide out in a small-town police station. However, a lethal hitman soon infiltrates the precinct, leading to a violent and strategic confrontation between law enforcement and professional killers. Gerard Butler and Frank Grillo lead the cast in this gritty, high-stakes standoff set within a confined environment.

‘Independence Day’ (1996)

This iconic science fiction blockbuster will be available for streaming starting Sunday, February 1. The story depicts a global struggle for survival after massive alien spacecraft arrive in Earth’s atmosphere and launch a coordinated attack on major cities. Will Smith and Jeff Goldblum star as key figures in the human resistance effort to reclaim the planet from the extraterrestrial invaders. ‘Independence Day’ is widely recognized for its then-groundbreaking special effects and its status as a definitive 1990s event film.

‘Night at the Museum’ (2006)

The original film that launched the successful fantasy trilogy begins streaming on Sunday, February 1. It centers on a divorced father who takes a job as a night security guard at the American Museum of Natural History to provide for his son. He soon discovers that an ancient Egyptian artifact brings the various exhibits to life after the sun goes down. Larry must learn to manage the chaotic inhabitants, including a playful Tyrannosaurus rex and several historical figures.

‘Faith in the Flames: The Nichole Jolly Story’ (2025)

This inspirational true story makes its way to the Netflix catalog on Sunday, February 1. The film chronicles the harrowing experiences of Nichole Jolly, a nurse who survived the devastating 2018 Camp Fire in Paradise, California. It highlights her resilience and the role of her faith while she attempted to save lives during the most destructive wildfire in state history. This production offers a dramatic and emotional look at a community’s survival and the individual bravery of a first responder.

‘Mrs. Doubtfire’ (1993)

The beloved family comedy starring Robin Williams returns to the service for subscribers on Sunday, February 1. Following a difficult divorce, a freelance voice actor disguises himself as an elderly British housekeeper to spend time with his children. The film famously won the Academy Award for Best Makeup and became one of the highest-grossing films of the early 1990s. ‘Mrs. Doubtfire’ remains a celebrated classic for its blend of heartfelt family themes and iconic comedic timing.

‘Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates’ (2016)

Inspired by a true story, this R-rated comedy will be added to the library on Sunday, February 1. Two hard-partying brothers place an online advertisement to find “respectable” dates for their sister’s upcoming wedding in Hawaii. However, they soon find themselves outmatched by a pair of uncontrollable women who out-party them at every turn. Zac Efron, Adam DeVine, Anna Kendrick, and Aubrey Plaza star in this raucous ensemble piece about family and romance.

‘Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian’ (2009)

The second chapter of the fantasy adventure series arrives on Sunday, February 1. Larry Daley travels to the world’s largest museum complex in Washington, D.C., to rescue his friends who have been shipped there for storage. The film introduces new historical characters such as Amelia Earhart and Al Capone as the magic tablet’s influence expands to new exhibits. ‘Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian’ significantly increased the scale and scope of the original film’s magical world.

Tell us which of these new arrivals you are most excited to stream this week in the comments.