Netflix Unveils New Projects at 2026 Upfronts: Grown Ups 3, A Matter of Time & More

Netflix unveiled several new TV and film projects during its 2026 upfront presentation, including the highly anticipated “Grown Ups 3,” a Nick Cannon docuseries, and new shows from bestselling author Harlan Coben and “Bridgerton” creator Chris Van Dusen.

The streamer also announced “A Matter of Time,” a new film starring Ben Stiller, Nicholas Galitzine, and Bella Maclean, directed by Harry Bradbeer.

New Film Projects Announced

“Grown Ups 3”

“Grown Ups 3” will reunite the original cast—Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock, David Spade, and Rob Schneider—as Lenny, Marcus, Rob, Kurt, Eric, and their significant others. According to the official logline, the group travels to Europe after the death of a close friend to spread his ashes and prove they can still have fun in their sixties.

Adam Sandler will write the script alongside Tim Herlihy and serve as a producer alongside Herlihy, Jackie Sandler, and Jack Giarraputo. Kevin Grady and Judit Maull will serve as executive producers, while Kyle Newacheck directs the film.

“A Matter of Time”

In “A Matter of Time,” an unlikely angel is sent from heaven to convince a reclusive man to give up his life for the greater good. However, the man’s impending death triggers a new lease on life and a romance that could change the course of history, per the logline.

The film stars Ben Stiller, Nicholas Galitzine, and Bella Maclean and is directed by Harry Bradbeer.

New TV Series Greenlit

“Calabasas” (Chris Van Dusen)

Netflix and Chris Van Dusen announced a new creative partnership, with “Calabasas” marking their first project. The series is set at an elite private school in Calabasas, California, and follows the headmaster’s ambitious daughter who is destined for success—until she enters a forbidden romance with a boy determined to dismantle her world.

The logline states:

“In Calabasas, where desires are never as clean as appearances suggest, falling in love might be the most dangerous rebellion of all.”

Harlan Coben’s New Series: “Myron Bolitar”

Netflix extended its partnership with Harlan Coben, who will develop more shows for the streamer. One of these is “Myron Bolitar,” which follows the titular character as he reinvents himself as a sports agent after an injury ends his NBA career.

Nick Cannon’s Unscripted Series

Netflix also greenlit an unscripted series centered on Nick Cannon, following him as he raises 12 children from six different mothers. The docuseries is executive produced by Rebecca Quinn, Jen O’Connell, Trifari Williams, Rob Ford, Steve Michaels, and Simon Thomas.

“The Retrievals” (Inspired by Susan Burton’s Podcast)

Another new series, “The Retrievals,” is inspired by author Susan Burton’s New York Times podcast. The series follows one woman’s crusade against Yale Fertility Center after discovering she and many other women were operated on without anesthesia due to a nurse stealing their fentanyl.

All projects are expected to premiere on Netflix in winter 2026.