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New on Netflix: the best recent arrivals

Right now the best new arrivals on Netflix in the United States are Teach You a Lesson (2026), Swapped (2026) and Dragon Ball Super: Beerus (2026). This is the top 30 streaming there today, ranked by how well rated each one is, how many people have rated it, and what people are watching now.

This year's best-rated films and series that are already on the services.

Updated November 12, 2026 · streaming in the United States

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  1. 2. Swapped2026

    Film · 1h 42mAdventure, Animation, Family★ 8.8

    A small woodland creature and a majestic bird, two natural sworn enemies of the Valley, magically trade places and set off on an adventure of a lifetime to switch back.

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  2. 4. Facing El Chapo2026

    Film · 1h 31mCrime, Action, Thriller★ 8.7

    Two Mexican officers must survive the final hours of their shift after crossing a ruthless cartel boss.

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  3. 7. Remarkably Bright Creatures2026

    Film · 1h 54mDrama, Mystery★ 8.4

    Through unlikely bonds formed during night shifts at a local aquarium, Tova, an elderly widow, learns of a life-changing discovery that may bring her joy and wonder once again.

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  4. 8. Voicemails for Isabelle2026

    Film · 1h 59mRomance, Comedy, Drama★ 8.3

    A young woman's hilariously confessional voicemails to her late sister are unknowingly redirected to a stranger, who begins to fall in love from afar.

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  5. 15. My Dearest Assassin2026

    Film · 2h 8mAction, Drama, Romance★ 8.6

    Hunted for her rare blood type, a caged woman vows to fight alongside the assassin she loves to protect their future when an old enemy resurfaces.

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  7. 26. A Dog's Perfect Christmas2026

    Film · 1h 42mComedy, Drama★ 8.1

    When a medical emergency pulls the Goss family apart, determined dog Winstead will do all he can to bring his humans back together before Christmas Eve.

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  8. 27. Doing Life2026

    Film · 1h 52mRomance, Drama★ 7.9

    A single mother and an incarcerated man forge an unlikely bond through heartfelt letters, unlocking a door to redemption, hope and love against all odds.

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  9. 28. Animals2026

    Film · 1h 46mThriller, Drama, Action★ 6.9

    When the son of an L.A. mayoral candidate is kidnapped, he and his wife have a few hours to come up with the ransom payment.

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  10. 29. Surviving Hurricane Otis2026

    Film · 1h 37mDrama★ 7.5

    Two estranged brothers struggle to survive Hurricane Otis in Acapulco, where their bond and courage turn adversity into hope.

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  11. 30. Heartstopper Forever2026

    Film · 1h 50mRomance, Drama★ 7.2

    It's a new school year for the Truham-Higgs gang. As Nick and Charlie's relationship deepens, their thoughts turn to life after the last bell rings.

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Questions

What are the best new arrivals on Netflix right now?
In the United States, as of November 12, 2026: Teach You a Lesson (2026), rated 9.4 out of 10 on TMDB, then Swapped and Dragon Ball Super: Beerus.
How is this list made?
Watchwalla asks TMDB for everything of this kind that streams in your country today, ranks it by rating (pulled toward the middle until enough people have rated a title), with a nudge for what's new and what people are watching now, and refreshes the list every day. Streaming availability comes from JustWatch, through TMDB.
Can it pick something for me?
Yes. The picker at watchwalla.com/tonight asks who's watching, how much time you have and what you're in the mood for, and gives three picks streaming where you are. Sign in and every title also gets a match score for your own taste.

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