5 New Binge-Worthy Series Trending Worldwide

From comedy to spy thrillers, these new shows can be watched in a single weekend

Jan. 29, 2026 at 8:07pm

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These five new series across various streaming platforms are perfect for a one-night binge watch. The list includes the hilarious comedy "Free Bert", the gripping heist thriller "Steal", the superhero action of "Wonder Man", the espionage drama "The Night Manager" season 2, and the 1970s Cold War spy series "Ponies".

Why it matters

With so many new shows constantly premiering, it can be overwhelming to decide what to watch. These five series, all recently released and generating buzz worldwide, provide a variety of binge-worthy options for viewers looking to dive into a new show over a single weekend.

The details

"Free Bert" is a 6-episode Netflix comedy starring Bert Kreischer as a fictionalized version of himself navigating life as a celebrity in Beverly Hills. "Steal" is a 6-part Prime Video heist thriller following a London investment firm robbery. "Wonder Man" is an 8-episode Disney+ miniseries about a Hollywood actor who becomes a superhero. The second season of "The Night Manager" on Prime Video concludes this weekend, making now the perfect time to binge the entire spy thriller. And "Ponies", an 8-part Peacock series, follows two 1970s Moscow secretaries turned CIA operatives.

  • "Free Bert" premiered on Netflix last week.
  • "Steal" is now streaming on Prime Video.
  • "Wonder Man" is currently airing on Disney+.
  • The final episode of "The Night Manager" season 2 will be released on Prime Video on Sunday, February 1.
  • "Ponies" premiered on Peacock on January 15.

The players

Bert Kreischer

A comedian and podcaster starring in the Netflix comedy series "Free Bert" as a fictionalized version of himself.

Sophie Turner

The "Game of Thrones" star leading the Prime Video heist thriller "Steal".

Yahya Abdul-Mateen II

The actor playing the title role in the Disney+ superhero series "Wonder Man".

Tom Hiddleston

Starring in the second season of the Prime Video spy thriller "The Night Manager".

Emilia Clarke

One of the lead actresses in the Peacock series "Ponies", a 1970s Cold War spy drama.

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The takeaway

With so many new shows constantly premiering, these five recently released series provide a diverse range of binge-worthy options for viewers looking to dive into a new show over a single weekend, from comedy to spy thrillers and superhero action.