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What’s new on Netflix: Jan 16-22

Take a break before the holidays next week with horror manga, reality TV, dystopian sci-fi and crime mystery

Updated 3 years ago · Published on 12 Jan 2023 8:00AM

What’s new on Netflix: Jan 16-22
Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre is premiering on January 19. – Netflix pic, January 12, 2023

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Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre, Premiering on January 19

From the mind of horror manga maestro Junji Ito comes a spine-tingling selection of some of his most bizarre, disturbing and terrifying tales.

The artist himself reveals some of his works getting the anime treatment here.

Bling Empire: New York, Premiering on January 20

A new cast of stylish Asian American socialites flaunts their fortunes – and fashions – while bringing the drama and living it up in New York City.

JUNG_E, Premiering on January 20

In a post-apocalyptic 22nd century, a researcher at an AI lab leads the effort to end a civil war by cloning the brain of a heroic soldier – her mother.

The Post-Truth World, Premiering on January 21

When held hostage by a convicted sports star, news anchor Liu Li-min finds a new shot at fame. But his investigation reveals far more than he expected.

Date of Release 16/1/2023

The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water

Bikini Bottom is in a panic when a pirate steals the Krabby Patty's secret recipe. SpongeBob and his pals embark on a mission to bring it back.

Date of Release 17/1/2023

More Than a Married Couple, But Not Lovers: Season 1

For a high school project, an introverted boy and an outgoing "gyaru" have to pretend to be married – and neither of them are happy about it.

Date of Release 19/1/2023

Skylines

When a mysterious alien virus begins to endanger humanity, an elite team of soldiers launches into space to end the threat for good.

That '90s Show – Netflix Series

Hello, Wisconsin! It’s 1995 and Leia Forman, daughter of Eric and Donna, is visiting her grandparents for the summer, where she bonds with a new generation of Point Place kids under the watchful eye of Kitty and the stern glare of Red. Sex, drugs and rock ’n roll never die, they just change clothes. Catch the Official Trailer here, learn more about the title here.

Date of Release 20/1/2023

Bake Squad: Season 2 – Netflix Series

The baking competition returns for a second season. Catch the Official Trailer here.

Devotion – Netflix Film

A pioneering Black U.S. Navy aviator (Jonathan Majors) and his devoted wingman (Glen Powell) form a life-and-death bond in this acclaimed Korean War epic inspired by an incredible true story.

Mission Majnu – Netflix Film

Set in the 1970s, an undercover Indian spy takes on a deadly mission to expose a covert nuclear weapons programme in the heart of Pakistan. Watch the Official Trailer here. – The Vibes, January 12, 2023

Noted: All titles and dates are subject to change

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