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The peak of the summer movie season is upon us, and June is set to see the release of some of the year's biggest new releases. From "Disclosure Day" to "Supergirl," there are plenty of blockbusters to enjoy this month (assuming anyone can take a break from "Behind the Scenes" and "Whiplash" long enough to try something new).
But if you can't get to the cinema, Netflix has you covered. In June, the streaming service is releasing several high-profile original films, including the Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein-starring film "Office Romance" and the Mexican stop-motion animated film "I Am Frankelda." Its slate also remains strong, offering everything from major studio franchises to recent Oscar favorites.
Read on to learn about seven of our favorite movies coming to Netflix in June 2026.
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Nothing says summer quite like a star-studded romantic comedy, and this month's flagship Netflix original release boasts the powerful pairing of Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein. The Ted Lasso star co-wrote the script, in which he plays a corporate lawyer who falls for his latest client, a powerful airline CEO played by Lopez. The film has all the makings of a classic love story, perfect for cozy summer viewing.
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In this context, recommending the Coen brothers' comedies seems almost unfair, as the best of them are almost certainly among the most rewatched films of any cinephile. But popularity doesn't change the fact that The Big Lebowski is a flawless film, capturing the contradictions of '90s America, which gave way to today's absurdity, within the framework of a gripping comedy. Even if you've seen it 100 times, there's a good chance you'll crave it at some point this month, and Netflix is here to help.
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Michael B. Jordan is riding high. The superstar just won his first Oscar for The Sinners and is gearing up for the release of his second directorial effort, The Thomas Crown Affair, next spring, as well as a role in Joseph Kosinski's Miami Vice reboot. If you still can't get enough, all three installments of his flagship franchise are coming to Netflix this month. From the first Creed, which made Jordan and Ryan Coogler Hollywood A-listers, to Creed III, which established Jordan as a director in his own right, the trilogy is always worth rewatching.
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2026 promises to be one of the rare years when we won't see Yorgos Lanthimos's new film starring Emma Stone, but those experiencing withdrawal symptoms can revisit his finest work to date this month. "The Poor Things" is a masterpiece on several levels, from the lush, synthetic set design to Emma Stone's compelling performance as a Frankenstein-like woman who must learn to be human after having a baby's brain implanted in her head. It's a shining example of Lanthimos's willingness to delve into absurd ideas and execute them with stunning precision. Unlike some of the Greek director's darker works, "The Poor Things" builds its grotesque events to a darkly hopeful conclusion, making it the closest thing to an entry-level film.
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Netflix isn't shy about positioning "I Am Frankelda" as the first stop-motion film made in Mexico. While this claim is difficult to fully verify, it's undeniably colorful and delightful. A prequel to the Cartoon Network series "Frankelda's Ghost Book," this film should appeal to both fans of the show and animation enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in a handcrafted work of art.
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It's rare for a film to emerge completely unexpectedly and immediately become an Oscar contender—devoted cinephiles who regularly monitor the festival season and release calendar usually have a fairly clear picture of the situation by early fall. But Craig Brewer's "Song Sung Blue" became a true dark horse, arriving late in the year and earning Kate Hudson an Oscar nomination for her captivating performance as Claire Sardine.
It's easy to see why the film resonated so much. Hugh Jackman and Hudson shine in this true story of two Neil Diamond wannabes who overcome the challenges of survival in the real world while clinging to the carefree world Diamond portrays in his sentimental songs. It's a warm, positive film that even those who don't like Neil Diamond will enjoy, and it's worth adding to your list if you missed it last year.
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Joe Swanberg largely disappeared from the public eye for the past decade, but he returned in fine form with his SXSW premiere this year, The Sun Never Sets . Whether it's reignited your interest in the indie filmmaker or you're still waiting to see it, Netflix is giving you the chance to revisit his last great film. Drinking Buddies increasingly feels like a product of a bygone era, its craft beer theme reminiscent of the hipster 2010s in which it was made. But it's still a wonderful holiday film that holds up to repeated viewings, showcasing Swanberg's inimitable talent for crafting perfect versions of the mumblecore clichés we constantly discourage other filmmakers from.
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The 7 Best New Movies Available on Netflix in June 2026.
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