{"id":52976,"date":"2026-10-16T16:16:38","date_gmt":"2026-10-16T14:16:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.recharge.com\/blog\/netflix-christmas-movie-schedule-2026-lineup"},"modified":"2026-10-16T16:16:40","modified_gmt":"2026-10-16T14:16:40","slug":"netflix-christmas-movie-schedule-2026-lineup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.recharge.com\/blog\/en-gb\/netflix-christmas-movie-schedule-2026-lineup","title":{"rendered":"Netflix Christmas Movie Schedule 2026: Full Lineup Revealed"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Netflix has officially announced its complete Netflix Christmas movie schedule for 2026, with the festive season kicking off on <strong>4 November 2026<\/strong>. Subscribers in the United Kingdom can look forward to a steady stream of new holiday content, including heartwarming dramas, romantic comedies, and family specials, to watch throughout November and December.<\/p>\n<div class=\"rch-keyfacts\" style=\"background:#f2fdf8;border:1px solid #c5f3dc;border-radius:14px;padding:18px 22px;margin:28px 0;\">\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 10px;font-size:13px;line-height:1.4;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:.06em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#047a4c;\">At a glance<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"margin:0;\">\n<li><strong>Platform:<\/strong> Netflix<\/li>\n<li><strong>Start Date:<\/strong> 4 November 2026<\/li>\n<li><strong>Regions:<\/strong> UK, Germany, Spain, and Italy<\/li>\n<li><strong>First Release:<\/strong> A Dog&#8217;s Perfect Christmas<\/li>\n<li><strong>Content Types:<\/strong> Movies and a 4-episode competition series<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-christmas-movies-will-be-available-on-netflix-in-2026\">What Christmas movies will be available on Netflix in 2026?<\/h2>\n<p>The festive season begins on 4 November 2026 with <em>A Dog&#8217;s Perfect Christmas<\/em>, starring Dennis Quaid and Milo Ventimiglia, according to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whats-on-netflix.com\/coming-soon\/netflix-2026-christmas-movie-lineup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Netflix<\/a>. This initial release sets the tone for a packed schedule of weekly premieres tailored for fans of romantic comedies and heartwarming dramas.<\/p>\n<p>Following the opening week, <em>Tyler Perry&#8217;s The Gospel of Christmas<\/em> releases on 11 November 2026. The film features Fantasia Barrino Taylor and Durrell &#8216;Tank&#8217; Babbs, alongside gospel music legends CeCe Winans and Yolanda Adams. The very next day, on 12 November 2026, the Swedish romantic comedy <em>The Christmas Switch<\/em> debuts, starring real-life sisters Felice and Happy Jankell.<\/p>\n<p>As the month progresses, <em>Guarding Stars<\/em> arrives on 18 November 2026. Based on Katherine Center&#8217;s bestselling novel <em>The Bodyguard<\/em>, the film stars Leighton Meester and Jared Padalecki. Finally, <em>In a Holidaze<\/em>, a time-loop romance starring Maddie Ziegler and Rob Lowe, premieres on 2 December 2026.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"whats-coming-to-netflix-in-december-2026-for-families\">What&#8217;s coming to Netflix in December 2026 for families?<\/h2>\n<p>Beyond the primary movie lineup, fans of family-friendly baking shows will find dedicated specials tailored to their interests. Netflix is expanding its holiday offerings to include interactive and competition-based formats for younger viewers.<\/p>\n<p>A major highlight is <em>Gabby&#8217;s Dollhouse: Makers and Bakers Holiday<\/em>, a four-episode competition series that launches on 9 December 2026. This special provides a festive spin on the popular children&#8217;s franchise, offering families a new way to celebrate the season together.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Release Date<\/th>\n<th>Title<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>4 November 2026<\/td>\n<td>A Dog&#8217;s Perfect Christmas<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>11 November 2026<\/td>\n<td>Tyler Perry&#8217;s The Gospel of Christmas<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>12 November 2026<\/td>\n<td>The Christmas Switch<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>18 November 2026<\/td>\n<td>Guarding Stars<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>2 December 2026<\/td>\n<td>In a Holidaze<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>9 December 2026<\/td>\n<td>Gabby&#8217;s Dollhouse: Makers and Bakers Holiday<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Confirmed 2026 Netflix holiday release dates, according to Netflix (16 October 2026).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-prepare-for-the-2026-holiday-movie-lineup-on-netflix\">How to prepare for the 2026 holiday movie lineup on Netflix<\/h2>\n<p>To ensure you do not miss the premiere of <em>A Dog&#8217;s Perfect Christmas<\/em>, check that your subscription is active before 4 November 2026. Viewers in the UK, Germany, Spain, and Italy will have access to the same steady stream of new holiday content throughout November and December.<\/p>\n<div class=\"rch-note\" style=\"background:#f6f8f8;border-left:4px solid #07f288;border-radius:0 12px 12px 0;padding:14px 20px;margin:24px 0;\">\n<p style=\"margin:0;\"><strong>Good to know:<\/strong> All release dates are confirmed as of 16 October 2026, though Netflix may announce additional surprise holiday titles later in the season.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-pay-for-your-netflix-subscription-this-christmas\">How to pay for your Netflix subscription this Christmas<\/h2>\n<p>To enjoy the 2026 holiday movie lineup, you need an active Netflix subscription. If your account is currently paused or you want to treat a friend, you can easily renew or gift a subscription by purchasing a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.recharge.com\/en\/gb\/netflix\">Netflix gift card<\/a> directly from Recharge.com.<\/p>\n<p>Using a prepaid gift card ensures uninterrupted streaming throughout the festive season. It also provides a secure way to manage your entertainment budget without linking a credit card to your streaming account.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When does Netflix&#8217;s 2026 Christmas movie schedule start?<\/h3>\n<p>The holiday lineup begins on 4 November 2026, with the release of <em>A Dog&#8217;s Perfect Christmas<\/em>.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Guarding Stars based on?<\/h3>\n<p><em>Guarding Stars<\/em> is based on the bestselling novel <em>The Bodyguard<\/em> by Katherine Center.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who stars in Tyler Perry&#8217;s The Gospel of Christmas?<\/h3>\n<p>The film stars Durrell &#8216;Tank&#8217; Babbs and Fantasia Barrino Taylor, alongside gospel legends like CeCe Winans and Yolanda Adams.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What new Christmas movies are coming out in 2026?<\/h3>\n<p>The 2026 lineup includes <em>A Dog&#8217;s Perfect Christmas<\/em>, <em>Tyler Perry&#8217;s The Gospel of Christmas<\/em>, <em>The Christmas Switch<\/em>, <em>Guarding Stars<\/em>, and <em>In a Holidaze<\/em>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"rch-cta\" style=\"background:#00373d;border-radius:16px;padding:26px 28px;margin:36px 0 8px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 6px;font-size:22px;line-height:1.3;font-weight:700;color:#ffffff;\">Get ready for the festive season<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 18px;color:#d6f5e6;\">Top up your account with a Netflix gift card to stream all the latest holiday movies.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.recharge.com\/en\/gb\/netflix\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#07f288;color:#00373d;font-weight:700;padding:12px 22px;border-radius:999px;text-decoration:none;margin:0 8px 8px 0;\">Buy a Netflix gift card<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Netflix Christmas Movie Schedule 2026 begins on 4 November, giving you plenty of time to top up your subscription and plan your 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