
Top TV Premieres to Watch in Late January 2026
From high-stakes dramas like The Beauty and Cross to the explosive return of The Boys, discover the must-watch series premiering this month and their iconic trailer soundtracks.
As 2026 kicks off, streaming platforms like Prime Video, Apple TV+, and Hulu are unleashing a wave of highly anticipated premieres. Fans searching for the latest TV shows to binge will find a diverse mix of superhero finales, psychological thrillers, and supernatural mysteries.
Beyond the plots, these shows are making waves with their carefully curated trailer music, setting the tone for the stories to come. Here is our breakdown of the biggest premieres in late January and February.
New Series Spotlights
The Beauty (FX on Hulu)
Launching January 21, The Beauty transforms Jerome Klapka’s cult novel into a dark, dystopian probe into the cost of perfection. Starring Evan Peters, Rebecca Hall, and Jeremy Pope, the show follows a viral pandemic that grants eternal youth at a horrific price. The trailer's choice of music perfectly captures the frantic, unsettling energy of the series:
The Beauty FX Official Trailer Music
Margo’s Got Money Troubles (Apple TV+)
Starring Elle Fanning and Michelle Pfeiffer, Margo’s Got Money Troubles explores the raw reality of motherhood and the OnlyFans era. It’s a dramedy that balances economic desperation with sharp humor, underscored by high-energy pop icons:
Margo's Got Money Troubles sneak peek Music
Returning Favorites
Shrinking Season 3 (Apple TV+)
Jason Segel and Harrison Ford return on January 28 in Shrinking Season 3. Jimmy Laird's unorthodox therapy methods continue to blur professional lines, creating a hilarious and heartwarming evolution of Bill Lawrence’s sitcom. The new season kicks off with a powerful vibe:
Shrinking Season 3 Official Trailer Music
School Spirits Season 2 (Paramount+)
Maddie Nears (Peyton List) returns on January 28 to unravel her own murder across splitting timelines in School Spirits Season 3. This supernatural high school drama has become a standout for its eerie atmosphere and high-stakes teen drama. The trailer music is a perfect fit:
School Spirits Season 3 Official Trailer Music
February Powerhouses
Cross Season 2 (Prime Video)
Aldis Hodge returns as Alex Cross on February 11 in Cross Season 2. This season, he pursues a vigilante "Beauty" killer while navigating a web of corruption. The soul-stirring classic used in the trailer signals a deep dive into the show's dark psychological roots:
[[SONG_CARD:nina-simone-dont-let-me-be-misunderstood]]Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Season 2 (Apple TV+)
The MonsterVerse expands on February 27 in Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Season 2, taking Cate and her siblings to Skull Island. As Godzilla and Kong clash, the soundtrack balances the epic scale with more intimate, grounded melodies:
Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Season 2 Trailer Music
Spring Blockbusters Ahead
The Boys Season 5 (Prime Video)
The final season of the world's most satirical superhero series arrives on April 8. With Homelander consolidating power and Butcher deploying a Supe-killing virus, the carnage in The Boys Season 5 is set to a classic rock anthem that defines the series' rebellious spirit:
The Boys Final Season Teaser Trailer Music
Euphoria Season 3 (HBO/Max)
Resuming in April after a long hiatus, Euphoria Season 3 dives into the four-year fallout of Season 2. Zendaya leads a cast that continues to explore the neon-drenched turmoil of addiction and sobriety, set to a hauntingly classic sound:
Euphoria Season 3 HBO Max Trailer Music
Summary Table of Upcoming Premieres
| Premiere Date | Show | Standout Cast | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 21 | The Beauty S1 | Evan Peters, Rebecca Hall | Hulu/FX |
| Jan 28 | Shrinking S3 | Jason Segel, Harrison Ford | Apple TV+ |
| Jan 28 | School Spirits S3 | Peyton List | Paramount+ |
| Feb 11 | Cross S2 | Aldis Hodge | Prime Video |
| Feb 27 | Monarch S2 | Kurt Russell | Apple TV+ |
| April 8 | The Boys S5 | Karl Urban, Antony Starr | Prime Video |
| April 12 | Euphoria S3 | Zendaya | HBO/Max |
| April 14 | Margo's Got Money Troubles | Elle Fanning, Michelle Pfeiffer | Apple TV+ |
Stay tuned to SeekerTune for full soundtrack guides as these episodes air!