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Another month brings another cycle of licensing deals, which means we’ll have to say goodbye to a plethora of great movies and series in February 2026. To make sure you don’t miss out, we’ve highlighted the top titles you need to prioritize in the near future or before they disappear from the library forever.
For the full list of departures for February 2026 (including dozens that Netflix didn’t include in its roundup), keep it locked to What’s on Netflix here. We’re still hearing information about other evictions later this month.
Apart from this, you must have also read The New York Times. equivalent to this articleAnd we can assure you that Paul Thomas Anderson’s film Licorice Pizza is not leaving Netflix on February 1, as they say, rather, you have until mid-April to watch it.
Departure on 1 February.
The Terminator (1984)
What is Arnold Schwarzenegger’s most defining role? terminator…of course… which celebrated its fortieth anniversary just a few years ago and is our “old” film pick for today’s list. In what increasingly feels like a documentary, you follow a cyborg with advanced AI in the 1980s to prevent a possible attack on a woman whose unborn son will lead the human resistance against the AI ​​overlords.
Sadly, unlike many other trilogies and collections that come and go simultaneously on Netflix, that’s still not the case with the Terminator movies, so you can’t watch the entire movie. That said, the 1st is still the second best out of all the movies she made (number 2 is still the GOAT), so definitely worth checking out, especially since we recently brought Linda Hamilton back to our screens in the final season stranger things.
Departure on 1 February.
Parasite (2019)
With the Oscar nominations announced last week, you may be looking for some past winners, and considering that history was all made up of sinners who broke rules and traditions, you don’t have to go very far back when parasite Also tore the rule book.
This beloved dark comedy from director Bong Joon Ho ultimately took home four statues, and deservedly so. It is the story of a family who slowly enters the home of a rich and prosperous family, but eventually, their facade and world begins to collapse. This is easily my favorite film from the director (although okjaComes pretty close, depending on my mood), even though I’m sad to say, I wasn’t a huge fan of their most recent title, mickey 17.
Departure on 1 February.
The Water Horse (2007)
If you’re looking to capture that uniquely mid-2000s fantasy magic that disappeared with the video stores, this overlooked gem from 2007 is your best bet this month. Based on the book by Dick King-Smith (the same mind behind it). Child), water horse Often gets lost in the shuffle of “boy and his dog/dragon/alien” movies, but this one stands above the rest, largely thanks to the visual wizards at Weta Digital.
Set during World War II in Scotland, the film follows young Angus (played by millions Star Alex Attell) who discovers a mysterious, barn-decorated egg on the shore of a lake. Crusoe, a mischievous “water horse” who eventually evolves into the famous Loch Ness Monster. It’s a beautifully shot, surprisingly emotional story that doesn’t shy away from the harsh realities of the era, anchored by stellar performances from Emily Watson and Brian Cox. Grab it before it goes out of service forever.
Departure on 1 February.
Wick is Pain (2025)
Did you know that Lionsgate released a documentary on their John Wick film franchise? Neither did I until Netflix added it late last year. Providing incredible insight into the film’s legacy and making, with interviews with the director and Keanu Reeves himself, the film looks at what defines the films and how much work is put into each action sequence.
If you’re diving into this documentary it’s recommended to have watched the trilogy of films, but you don’t need to be a huge fan of the films to appreciate the level of artistry and passion that went into making them. A great documentary made, although it’s a shame it wasn’t included with the films.
Departure on 1 February.
28 Days Later (2002)
Until relatively recently, 28 Days Later was essentially impossible to watch streaming, with Sony Pictures seemingly unable or unwilling to provide it to streamers. However, with its release 28 years later and now its sequel, the situation changed and the film arrived on Netflix last year, but its time is coming to an end soon.
A beloved cult hit, this film is the first film in the Zombie (let’s just say it will impress 50% of you) franchise, starring Cillian Murphy as Jim, a survivor who wakes up in the hospital to find that the world has gone to hell and he must do whatever it takes to survive. Due to the technology used to film it at the time, it’s fair to say that the visuals on this one aren’t as well done, but if you want to watch it or get a refresher before heading to the cinema to see The Old Temple, now is your last chance to do so on Netflix.
Departure on 1 February.
Groundhog Day (1993)
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Talk about brutal licensing windows here. as you may know, Groundhog Day It always falls on the second of the month, so it makes perfect sense that the movie is removed from Netflix the day before.
In this film starring Bill Murray, a news weather reporter is sent to a small western Pennsylvania town to document the annual tradition of seeing whether winter will last or end rapidly. It popularized the time-loop format that we’ve seen in dozens of movies and it still remains incredibly fun and timeless all these years later.
Starring Bill Murray, the film features a news weather reporter sent to a small western Pennsylvania town…yes, we made a meme!
Departure on 30 January.
FireAid Benefit Concert (2025)
In an extraordinary effort by organizers and top-tier musicians following the devastating fires in Los Angeles in early 2025, a concert worthy of the ages took place to help raise funds for those whose lives were devastated. Netflix, along with several other distributors, stepped up and became the streaming home for a limited time (though Netflix did not stream it live), and that has now ended.
A nearly 6-hour set, it’s perfect for watching during a snowstorm on a Sunday afternoon, featuring musical performances by Billie Eilish, Green Day, Lady Gaga, P!nk, and a special Nirvana reunion.
Although it is leaving Netflix, it appears it will remain on YouTube for the foreseeable future.
Which of these movies will you watch before you go? Have we made a big mistake? Let us know in the comments.