Streaming Calendar: 30 Movies And Shows To Watch In January 2022

From Human on Disney+ Hotstar to Gehraiyaan on Amazon Prime Video, here are our picks of what’s releasing this month across platforms
Streaming Calendar: 30 Movies And Shows To Watch In January 2022

In the age of the Coronavirus quarantine, lockdown and self-isolation, many more of us are relying on streaming platforms in search of distraction, escape or just plain entertainment. With a new month comes new possibilities, talent, collaborations and shiny new releases for us to get lost in.

From Deepika Padukone and Siddhant Chaturvedi-starrer Gehraiyaan on Amazon Prime Video to Yeh Kaali Kaali Aankhein on Netflix, here is a list of what's releasing this month across platforms.

Netflix

Photocopier

When: January 13

After losing her scholarship when photos of her at a party surface online, a student pairs with a photocopy worker to piece together what happened.

After Life: Season 3

When: January 14

While Tony is no longer quite so aggressively grouchy about life, he continues to struggle to fill the void left behind by his late wife.

The House

When: January 14

This eccentric dark comedy anthology is directed by top talents in independent stop-motion animation.

Yeh Kaali Kaali Aankhein

When: January 14

Aggressively pursued by a politician's daughter who will do anything to marry him, a small-town man takes drastic measures to reclaim his life. The series stars Tahir Raj Bhasin and Shweta Tripathi.

The Royal Treatment

When: January 20

New York hairdresser Izzy seizes the chance to work at the wedding of a charming prince, but when sparks between them fly, will love or duty prevail?

Ozark: Season 4

When: January 21

A financial advisor drags his family from Chicago to the Missouri Ozarks, where he must launder money to appease a drug boss.

Neymar: The Perfect Chaos

When: January 25

Beloved worldwide but also a lightning rod for critics, Neymar shares the highs and lows of his personal life and brilliant football career.

Amazon Prime Video

Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return To Hogwarts

When: January 1

Cast members from all Harry Potter films reunite in a retrospective special to celebrate the anniversary of the first film.

The Tender Bar

When: January 7

A boy growing up on Long Island seeks out father figures among the patrons at his uncle's bar. Directed by George Clooney, the film stars Ben Affleck and Tye Sheridan.

Putham Pudhu Kaalai Vidiyaadhaa (Tamil)

When: January 14

The anthology series returns with new stories of hope and love, directed by Halitha Shameem, Balaji Mohan, Richard Anthony, Surya Krishna and Madhumita.

A Hero

When: January 21

Rahim is in prison because of a debt he was unable to repay. During a two-day leave, he tries to convince his creditor to withdraw his complaint against the payment of part of the sum. However, things don't go as planned.

As We See It

When: January 21

Three roommates on the autism spectrum find a way to live together and strive for similar things in life.

Gehraiyaan

When: January 25

Directed by Shakun Batra, the film is a deep-dive into urban relationships. It stars Deepika Padukone, Siddhant Chaturvedi, Ananya Panday and Dhairya Karwa.

DisneyPlus Hotstar

Anbarivu (Tamil)

When: January 7

Written and directed by debutant director Aswin Raam, the film stars Hiphop Tamizha Adhi, Asha Sharath, Urvashi, Napoleon and Sai Kumar, among others.

Eternals

When: January 12

The saga of the Eternals – a race of immortal beings who lived on Earth and shaped its history and civilizations.

Human

When: January 14

The medical thriller, created by Vipul Amrutlal Shah and Mozez Singh, stars Shefali Shah and Kirti Kulhari in pivotal roles.

Voot Select

Humble Politiciann Nograj

When: January 6

Based on based on the 2018 Kannada film Humble Politician Nograj, the series follows Nograj (Danish Sait) as he sets his eyes on a bigger target – to become the Chief Minister of Karnataka.

Ranjish Hi Sahi

When: January 13

Shankar, a film director in the 70s Bollywood era, gets drawn into an extramarital affair with an eccentric superstar who changes his life forever. The series stars Tahir Bhasin, Amala Paul and Amrita Puri.

Zee5

Kaun Banegi Shikharwati

When: January 7

A former king, who has a dysfunctional family, devises an outlandish plan to unite his estranged daughters. The series stars Naseeruddin Shah, Lara Dutta, Soha Ali Khan, Kritika Kamra and Anya Singh.

Varudu Kaavalenu (Telugu)

When: January 7

Bhoomi runs an eco-friendly start up business in Hyderabad. Her mother wants her to marry soon and is on the hunt for suitable grooms but Bhoomi is reluctant towards marriage.

Garuda Gamana Vrishabha Vahana (Kannada)

When: TBA

Set in the backdrop of the coastal and cultural city of modern-day Mangaluru, Hari and Shiva rise together to great heights only to face-off as bitter enemies, resulting in their own downfall and destruction.

SonyLIV

Cubicles: Season 2

When: January 7

The series follows the chronicles of Piyush (Abhishek Chauhan), a typical first jobber, and the people around him.

BookMyShow Stream

Spencer

When: January 7

During her Christmas holidays with the royal family at the Sandringham estate in Norfolk, England, Diana Spencer (Kristen Stewart) decides to end her decade-long marriage to Prince Charles.

Apple TV+

The Tragedy of Macbeth

When: January 14

A Scottish lord becomes convinced by a trio of witches that he will become the next King of Scotland, and his ambitious wife supports him in his plans of seizing power.

The Afterparty

When: January 28

A retelling of the same night told through a different character's perspective, each with its own unique visual format and film genre to match the teller's personality.

Aha

Lakshya (Telugu)

When: January 7

Pardhu (Naga Shaurya) is an archer who wants to represent India at the World Championships. How does he bounce back and achieve what he wants after losing track?

MUBI India

What Do We See When We Look At The Sky?

When: January 7

A chance encounter on a street corner has Lisa and Giorgi fall in love at first sight, but an evil spell is cast on them. Will they ever meet again?

Titane

When: January 28

Following a series of unexplained crimes, a father is reunited with the son who has been missing for 10 years.

MX Player

Campus Diaries

When: January 7

The coming-of-age drama stars Harsh Beniwal, Ritvik Sahore, Saloni Gaur, Salonie Patel, Abhinav Sharma and Srishti Ganguli Rindani, among others.

Bhaukaal 2

When: January 20

The crime drama follows IPS Officer Naveen Sikhera (Mohit Raina) and his team face the havoc of a new power hungry adversary in Muzaffarnagar.

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