Netflix has unveiled an expanded slate of Chinese-language originals for 2026, announcing seven new series that bring together top-tier talent from across Greater China, including Wallace Huo, Ethan Ruan and Gigi Leung.
The newly announced projects span multiple genres from psychological thrillers to medical dramas, building on the streamer’s growing investment in Chinese-language content following the success of titles like “The Resurrected” and “I Am Married…But!” which topped local charts and sustained strong Top 10 performances across Asia in 2025.
Leading the new slate is “Miracles of the ER,” a grounded medical drama set at Central University Hospital starring Wallace Huo as associate director of emergency medicine Zhou Cheng-jun. The series, directed by Li Zhi-qiang and Huang Jing-tzu, follows an unconventional new resident (Kent Tsai) who joins the emergency department alongside elite peers. Cheryl Yang co-stars as senior attending physician Dr. He Yu-hua. The series explores the complex dynamics between doctors and patients while the ER team faces relentless medical crises, ethical dilemmas and internal power struggles. Jade Lee produces.
“Confessions” marks Hong Kong filmmaker Wong Ching-po’s first series as writer-director, reuniting the creator and principal cast from the award-winning box office hit “The Pig, The Snake and The Pigeon.” The psychological thriller stars Ethan Ruan, Gingle Wang, Alyssa Chia and Vivian Sung in a story about a 2004 Taipei bombing-kidnapping case that shatters three seemingly unrelated families. The series traces how hatred spreads across 20 years and two generations, exploring buried grievances and moral reckoning. The ensemble cast also includes Hsueh Shih-ling, Chang Hsiao-chuan, Chen Yi-wen and Ben Yuen.
“Bloody Smart” brings Gigi Leung to the slate in a series set in a tightly regulated school town where a mysterious Bloodfruit Tree takes root. Directed by Hsieh Chun-yi from a script by Hsieh, Sakana and Yalan Cheng, the series follows a boy in black who delivers crimson fruit to those who “need” it, awakening long-suppressed desires and sealed emotions. Buffy Chen, Jerry Yu and Rin co-star. Hsu Guo-lun produces.
From the director of “96 Minutes,” “The Fixers” is an action-comedy starring Christopher Lee as Chiang Fu-sheng, a debt-ridden gangster who becomes entangled with a mysterious organization operating from the century-old Qinghe Temple. The temple-based operatives discreetly handle problems for political and business elites. Director Hung Tzu-hsuan helms the series, with Cora Yim and Benjamin Lin serving as executive producers. Shou Lou co-stars as Hsueh Chiu-nan, an arrogant political scion paired with Chiang, while Regina Lei plays Shen Mei-na, a mysterious Fixer who challenges them.
“Dogman” comes from director Yen Yi-wen and follows the rise and fall of Chou Ko-chieh, the frontman of rock band Mazhi Go who rode his looks and talent to instant superstardom. Chang Hsiao-chuan plays the present-day delusional, washed-up musician, while Berant Zhu portrays his 25-year-old self who had the world at his feet. Tarcy Su co-stars as his wife Chen Li-hsuan. Olive Ting produces, with Yen, Ting and Sasha Huang writing.
Two series currently in production round out the newly announced titles. “How to Survive Med School” follows freshman medical students juggling academic pressures, young love and family expectations. Written and directed by acclaimed creator Giddens Ko, the series is co-directed by Kai Ko and actress-turned-director Tsai Chia-yin. Lu Wei-chun and Molly Fang executive produce. Cast will be announced later.
“Pacify” (working title) is a supernatural sci-fi action thriller about a cynical part-time worker thrust into the supernatural after her sister is possessed. She joins secret exorcism group Yuzhen Bathhouse and teams up with Chen Chiang-liu, whose quantum synesthesia allows him to sense hidden forces. Hong Kong directors Derek Kwok (“Gallants,” “Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons”), Anthony Yan (“This Is Not What I Expected”) and Henri Wong helm the series. Chang Ya-ting produces with Kevin Tse executive producing. Both series have wrapped principal photography, with premiere dates to be announced.
The newly announced titles join previously revealed projects kicking off the year. Opening the slate Jan. 30 is Cannes winner “Left-Handed Girl,” a film from director, co-writer and producer Shih-Ching Tsou about a single mother and her two daughters who return to Taipei to open a night market stand. When their traditional grandfather forbids his youngest left-handed granddaughter from using her “devil hand,” generations of family secrets begin to unravel. Sean Baker serves as editor, co-writer and producer. The cast includes Shih-Yuan Ma, Janel Tsai, Nina Ye and Teng-Hui Huang.
Following on Feb. 12 is “Million-Follower Detective,” starring Hong Kong action icon Ekin Cheng in his first Netflix series. Led by the creative team behind hit mystery drama “Light the Night,” the series follows a veteran detective investigating a mysterious online prophet who accurately predicts murders of social media personalities. Director and writer Shaun Su helms the project, with Chang Ya-ting producing and Seven Chen and Wu Meng-chian executive producing. The cast includes Shou Lou, Patty Lee, Wang Po-chieh and Buffy Chen.
Set for Q2 2026 is “Agent from Above,” a large-scale action-fantasy adapted from the first book of Taiwanese author Teensy’s popular novel series “The Oracle Comes.” Inspired by Taoist mythology, the series follows a spirit medium (Kai Ko) who must resolve supernatural disturbances to restore balance between the human and demon realms. Brought to life by Taiwan’s leading VFX teams, the series is directed by Kuan Wei-chieh and Lai Chun-yu. Melvin Ang and Rita Chuang executive produce. Wang Po-chieh, Hsueh Shih-ling, Buffy Chen, Johnny Yang and Chen Yi-wen co-star.
“Chinese-language storytelling is singular in its vibrancy, emotional depth, and willingness to explore complex, darker human truths,” said Maya Huang, head of Chinese language content at Netflix. “We’re especially excited by stories that take creative risks and immerse audiences in extraordinary worlds and experiences. Our goal is to uplift local storytelling while partnering with Taiwan’s creative community to expand access to support, training and resources.”
The expanded slate reflects Netflix’s continued investment in the region since establishing operations in APAC ten years ago this January. In 2025, “Born for the Spotlight” swept top honors at Taiwan’s Golden Bell Awards and earned selection at the Busan International Film Festival.
Netflix has also invested in developing Taiwan’s creative ecosystem through initiatives including a multi-month Writers’ Room Workshop with Taiwan Creative Content Agency, an inaugural production training program with the Producers Association of Taiwan, and a recent NT$500,000 ($16,000) Diverse & Inclusive Storytelling Award with the Golden Horse Film Project Promotion.
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