Netflix Showcases Chinese-Language Slate of New Series for 2026
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Netflix has officially unveiled its 2026 Chinese-language slate, promising a shift toward “bolder concepts and grittier storytelling.” From the streaming debut of Hong Kong icon Ekin Cheng to high-concept fantasy and the return of award-winning creators, here is your guide to the 10 new titles coming from the region.
“Chinese-language storytelling is singular in its vibrancy, emotional depth, and willingness to explore complex, darker human truths,” said Maya Huang, Netflix’s Head of Chinese Language Content, who previously worked as a writer and script consultant.
Here is the breakdown of the new titles announced, including the seven confirmed titles for 2026 and 2 new series now in production. For the full release schedule for 2026, keep it locked here on What’s on Netflix.
New Series (2026 Releases)
Million-Follower Detective
Genre: Crime Mystery | Release Date: February 12, 2026
Hong Kong action legend Ekin Cheng makes his highly anticipated return in his first Netflix series. He plays Chen Chia-jen, a veteran detective investigating a chilling string of influencer murders linked to a masked online prophet known as “Witch Baba.” As the prophet’s predictions come true, Chen joins forces with a young influencer (Shou Lou) and a tech investigator (Patty Lee) to uncover a web of lies.
Agent from Above
Genre: Action-Fantasy | Release Date: Q2 2026
Adapted from the novel The Oracle Comes, this ambitious series blends folk beliefs with modern VFX. Kai Ko stars as Han Chieh, a spirit medium bound to serve the Third Crown Prince (Wang Po-chieh) to atone for a past mistake. Together with a detective who can see spirits (Johnny Yang), he battles to restore balance between the human and demon realms.
Miracles of the ER
Genre: Medical Drama | Release Date: Q4 2026
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Set at Central University Hospital, this medical drama, described as grounded, delves into the high-pressure world of emergency medicine. Wallace Huo stars as the Associate Director who makes the bold decision to hire an average-performing graduate (Kent Tsai). The team faces relentless medical crises, ethical dilemmas, and internal power struggles.
Confessions
Genre: Psychological Thriller | Release Date: 2026
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Director Wong Ching-po (The Pig, The Snake and The Pigeon) returns with a dark thriller spanning twenty years. This serves as his first writing and directing series debut. A 2004 bombing case shatters three families, leaving a trail of buried grievances that resurface generations later. Starring Ethan Ruan, Gingle Wang, and Chen Yi-wen.
The Fixers
Genre: Action-Comedy | Release Date: 2026
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Christopher Lee stars as a down-on-his-luck gangster called Chiang Fu-sheng who stumbles into a mysterious organization based in a century-old temple. Paired with an arrogant partner (Shou Lou), he must handle thorny problems for the elite while navigating a turf war against a rival faction. Hung Tzu-hsuan is directing the new series.
Bloody Smart
Genre: Thriller / Fantasy | Release Date: 2026
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In a tightly regulated school town, a “Bloodfruit Tree” takes root, delivering fruit that awakens suppressed desires. As emotions slip free, the town begins to unravel. The cast includes Gigi Leung and Buffy Chen.
Dogman
Genre: Drama / Music | Release Date: 2026
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Joseph Chang plays a washed-up musician who was once a rock superstar. The series explores how his 25-year-old self (Berant Zhu) turned into a delusional man barely tolerated by his wife (Tarcy Su).
New Series Now In Production
How to Survive Med School
Status: In Production
Created by Giddens Ko, this series follows a student (Tsai Jia-yin) tricked into medical school who dreams of becoming an astronaut. He must juggle ambition, love, and family expectations.
Pacify (Working Title)
Status: In Production
A supernatural thriller about a cynical worker who joins a secret exorcism group called “Yuzhen Bathhouse.” Directed by Derek Kwok, Anthony Yan, and Henri Wong.
Which of these new releases are you excited about for 2026? Let us know in the comments.
