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New Must‑Watch TV Shows and Movies of 2026

Discover the most anticipated TV series and movies debuting in 2026, from psychological thrillers to rom‑coms, plus a quick look at iOS 26 features and Apple’s latest hardware.
4 February 2026 by
TechStora Editorial Board

Imperfect Women

Based on Araminta Hall’s novel, this psychological thriller follows a crime that shatters a decades‑long friendship among three women. The series stars Elisabeth Moss, Kerry Washington, and Kate Mara.

  • Genre: Psychological Thriller
  • Starring: Elisabeth Moss, Kerry Washington, Kate Mara
  • Source: Araminta Hall novel

Margo's Got Money Troubles

A bold, heart‑warming comedy‑drama about recent college dropout Margo (Elle Fanning), her ex‑Hooters waitress mother (Michelle Pfeiffer) and ex‑pro wrestler dad (Nick Offerman). Margo juggles a newborn, mounting bills, and dwindling options.

  • Genre: Family Drama/Comedy
  • Starring: Elle Fanning, Michelle Pfeiffer, Nick Offerman

Widow's Bay

Set on a quaint New England island, Mayor Tom Loftis (Matthew Rhys) tries to revive the struggling town as tourists arrive—only to discover a lingering curse.

  • Genre: Dark Mystery
  • Starring: Matthew Rhys

Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed

Darkly comedic thriller starring Tatiana Maslany as newly divorced mom Paula, who witnesses a murder while fighting a custody battle and an identity crisis, leading her into a larger conspiracy.

  • Genre: Dark Comedy Thriller
  • Starring: Tatiana Maslany

Max Cady Returns

Mini‑series inspired by the 1991 Scorsese remake. Happy attorneys Anna (Amy Adams) and Tom Bowden (Patrick Wilson) face vengeance from the notorious killer Max Cady (Javier Bardem) after his release.

  • Genre: Thriller
  • Starring: Amy Adams, Patrick Wilson, Javier Bardem

Lucky

Adapted from Marissa Stapley’s bestseller, Anya Taylor‑Joy plays a former criminal who must embrace her dark side one final time to escape her past.

  • Genre: Crime Drama
  • Starring: Anya Taylor‑Joy

Outcome

Dark comedy about Hollywood star Reef Hawk (Keanu Reeves) battling extortion with help from longtime friends Kyle (Cameron Diaz) and Xander (Matt Bomer), plus lawyer Ira (Jonah Hill).

  • Genre: Dark Comedy
  • Starring: Keanu Reeves, Cameron Diaz, Matt Bomer, Jonah Hill

Eternity

Rom‑com set in an afterlife where souls have one week to decide their eternity. Joan (Elizabeth Olsen) must choose between her late husband (Miles Teller) and her first love (Callum Turner).

  • Genre: Romantic Comedy
  • Starring: Elizabeth Olsen, Miles Teller, Callum Turner

Pickleball Vendetta

Comedy about former tennis prodigy Dusty Boyd (Jake Johnson) coaching unruly kids at his father Chuck’s (Ed Harris) country club while opposing the club’s new pickleball craze.

  • Genre: Sports Comedy
  • Starring: Jake Johnson, Ed Harris

Mayday

Genre‑bending buddy action‑comedy starring Ryan Reynolds as U.S. Navy pilot Troy “Assassin” Kelly and Kenneth Branagh as ex‑KGB agent Nikolai Ustinov, forced into an unlikely alliance behind enemy lines.

  • Genre: Action Buddy Comedy
  • Starring: Ryan Reynolds, Kenneth Branagh

Matchbox: The Movie

Action‑packed globetrotting adventure inspired by Mattel toys. Childhood friends are thrust into an international chase when former leader CIA agent Sean (John Cena) returns.

  • Genre: Adventure
  • Starring: John Cena

Marc’s Summer

Drama based on Jocko Willink’s 2017 novel. Bullied middle‑schooler Marc (Jude Hill) finds confidence when his injured Navy SEAL uncle Jake (Chris Pratt) spends the summer with him.

  • Genre: Drama
  • Starring: Jude Hill, Chris Pratt, Linda Cardellini

iOS 26 & Apple Hardware Highlights

A quick guide to the major iOS 26 additions, new A17‑plus chips with Apple Intelligence, the N1 wireless networking chip, and the squarish 7‑inch smart‑home screen.

  • New iPhones: Four models with distinct features
  • Upgrade Path: A17 or newer chip with AI support
  • Smart Home Hub: 7‑inch screen for music, video calls, and device control