Here Are All the Movies Coming to Netflix This Week, Including an Oscar-Nominated Black Comedy

Netflix is expanding its library this week with a diverse selection of stand-up comedy, international dramas, and high-octane action blockbusters. From critically acclaimed award winners to long-awaited original premieres, there is content spanning multiple genres and eras. Subscribers can expect a mix of brand-new 2026 releases and established favorites returning to the platform. The schedule includes a heavy influx of titles particularly toward the end of the week, ensuring a variety of options for the weekend.

‘Fall’ (2022)

Arriving on Wednesday, February 18, ‘Fall’ is a survival thriller that follows two best friends who climb a 2,000-foot remote radio tower. After they reach the top, the ladder breaks, leaving them stranded with no way down and limited supplies. The film emphasizes the psychological and physical toll of their predicament high above the desert floor. It stars Grace Caroline Currey and Virginia Gardner as they battle the elements and their fears. This production gained significant attention for its tension and use of heights to create suspense.

‘The Swedish Connection’ (2026)

The historical thriller ‘The Swedish Connection’ is scheduled for release on Thursday, February 19. Set during the height of World War II, the film follows a Swedish bureaucrat who takes significant personal risks to save lives from the Holocaust. The narrative examines the tension between political neutrality and the moral obligation to intervene in human rights atrocities. It features a cast that brings to life a localized perspective on the global conflict. The production emphasizes the weight of individual choices during periods of international crisis.

‘Meet, Greet & Bye’ (2025)

‘Meet, Greet & Bye’ arrives on the platform on Thursday, February 19, offering a 2025 perspective on social interactions. The film depicts a series of brief encounters between various individuals that lead to unexpected emotional consequences. Through these snapshots of life, the story explores how modern connectivity can both unite and isolate people in urban environments. The ensemble cast portrays characters navigating the challenges of finding meaning in short-term relationships. This drama serves as a reflection on the fleeting nature of contemporary human bonds.

‘Life After Beth’ (2014)

The horror-comedy ‘Life After Beth’ joins the Netflix lineup on Thursday, February 19. The film stars Dane DeHaan as a young man whose girlfriend, played by Aubrey Plaza, unexpectedly returns from the dead. As she begins to undergo a gruesome transformation, he must navigate the challenges of dating a zombie. It offers a unique take on the undead genre by focusing on the domestic and romantic complications of a supernatural event. The movie is noted for its dry humor and the performances of its lead actors.

‘The Iron Claw’ (2023)

Based on the true story of the Von Erich brothers, ‘The Iron Claw’ arrives on the platform on Thursday, February 19. The biographical drama depicts the rise and fall of a professional wrestling dynasty and the challenges that haunted the family. Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White star as brothers struggling under the shadow of their domineering father and the pressures of the sport. The film received critical acclaim for its emotional depth and physical performances during its initial 2023 release. It explores themes of brotherhood, ambition, and the cost of athletic success.

‘Wakefield’ (2017)

‘Wakefield’ becomes available for streaming on Thursday, February 19, featuring Bryan Cranston in the leading role. The story follows a successful lawyer who suffers a nervous breakdown and decides to hide in his garage attic for months. From his vantage point, he observes his family’s life continuing without him, leading to deep introspective realizations. The film is a character study on isolation, identity, and the desire to escape one’s own existence. It is based on a short story by E.L. Doctorow.

‘Firebreak’ (2026)

Premieres on Friday, February 20, bringing a tense Spanish thriller to global audiences. The plot follows a family visiting their summer home to prepare it for sale, hoping to heal old wounds after a personal tragedy. Their plans are shattered when a massive wildfire breaks out, and the daughter goes missing in the chaos. Defying evacuation orders, the mother and her relatives must navigate the burning forest and local intrigue to find the child before the flames consume everything.

‘The Orphans’ (2025)

This French action-thriller drops on Friday, February 20, focusing on two childhood friends, Gabriel and Driss, who have taken very different paths in life. They are forced to reunite when a woman they both loved dies in a suspicious car accident, leaving behind a teenage daughter seeking revenge. As the young girl disappears with a weapon, the two men must rely on their particular set of skills to track her down before she makes a fatal mistake. The film combines high-stakes stunts with a narrative about loyalty and the ghosts of the past.

‘Expend4bles’ (2023)

The latest installment in the action franchise, ‘The Expendables 4′, lands on Netflix on Friday, February 20. A new generation of mercenaries joins the seasoned veterans for a mission that involves stopping a terrorist organization from igniting a global conflict. Jason Statham and Sylvester Stallone lead an ensemble cast through various explosive set pieces and combat sequences. The film maintains the series’ tradition of featuring high-intensity stunts and veteran action stars. It serves as a modern update to the classic ensemble-based action genre.

‘The Expendables 2’ (2012)

‘The Expendables 2’ returns to the streaming library on Friday, February 20. In this sequel, the team seeks revenge after one of their own is murdered during what was supposed to be a routine job. They find themselves deep in enemy territory, facing a villain who is threatening the world with a deadly weapon. The movie is notable for its expanded cast, including appearances by Jean-Claude Van Damme and Chuck Norris. It emphasizes the camaraderie and combat skills of the legendary mercenary group.

‘The Expendables’ (2010)

The film that launched the popular action franchise, ‘The Expendables’, arrives on Friday, February 20. A group of elite mercenaries is hired to infiltrate a South American country and overthrow its ruthless dictator. As the mission unfolds, they realize they are caught in a web of deceit and betrayal. Directed by Sylvester Stallone, the movie pays homage to the blockbuster action films of the 1980s and 1990s. It features a high concentration of established action stars performing traditional stunt work.

‘The Addams Family’ (2019)

The animated reboot ‘The Addams Family’ begins streaming on Friday, February 20. This version follows the macabre family as they move to a suburban neighborhood in New Jersey and clash with a local reality TV host. The voice cast includes Oscar Isaac as Gomez and Charlize Theron as Morticia. The film explores themes of acceptance and celebrating individuality through a comedic and spooky lens. It introduces the classic characters to a new generation of viewers with updated animation styles.

‘Pavane’ (2026)

A poignant Korean romantic drama premiering on Friday, February 20, adapted from the novel “Pavane for a Dead Princess”. The film weaves the stories of three emotionally isolated individuals working at a department store who slowly begin to open their hearts to one another. It stars Go Ah-sung as a woman hiding from the world due to social stigma, alongside Byun Yo-han and Moon Sang-min. The narrative focuses on how these characters find light and redemption through their shared connections, offering a sensitive portrayal of love and self-worth.

‘Laggies’ (2014)

The romantic comedy-drama ‘Laggies’ joins the platform’s catalog on Friday, February 20. Keira Knightley stars as a woman in her late twenties who panics after a marriage proposal and hides out with a teenager and her single father. The film explores the concept of the “quarter-life crisis” and the pressure to meet societal expectations of adulthood. Sam Rockwell and Chloë Grace Moretz round out the primary cast in this coming-of-age story for adults. It is directed by Lynn Shelton and focuses on personal growth and self-discovery.

‘The Expendables 3’ (2014)

‘The Expendables 3’ completes the franchise’s availability on the service starting Friday, February 20. Barney Ross and his team face off against the group’s co-founder, who has become a ruthless arms dealer. To combat this old foe, Barney recruits a younger, more tech-savvy crew to bring new skills to the battlefield. The film features a massive ensemble including Mel Gibson, Harrison Ford, and Antonio Banderas. It blends traditional heavy weaponry with modern tactical warfare.

‘The Addams Family 2’ (2021)

‘The Addams Family 2′ arrives on Friday, February 20, continuing the animated adventures of the eccentric clan. In this sequel, Gomez and Morticia take the family on a cross-country road trip in a haunted camper to bond with their children. Along the way, they encounter various colorful characters and strange situations across the United States. The movie focuses on the strength of family ties despite the Addams’ unconventional nature. It features a returning voice cast and expanded settings beyond the traditional family mansion.

‘Triangle of Sadness’ (2022)

The satirical black comedy ‘Triangle of Sadness’ makes its debut on the service on Saturday, February 21. The plot follows a fashion model couple on a luxury cruise for the ultra-wealthy that ends in disaster. After a shipwreck, the social hierarchy is inverted when only a cleaning lady possesses the skills necessary to survive on a deserted island. This film won the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival and offers a critique of class and social status. It stars Harris Dickinson, Charlbi Dean, and Woody Harrelson in prominent roles.

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