January 2026 Streaming Highlights: Molotov TV Sports and Netflix Entertainment amid Warner Bros Acquisition Drama

January 2026 ushers in a dynamic phase for streaming services in France with fresh content offerings and major industry moves shaping the market. Molotov TV has significantly enhanced its streaming catalog by securing a partnership with Fubo, granting viewers access to key sports events including the iconic Rallye Dakar, which began January 3, 2026, and live Ligue 1 football matches featuring top teams like Paris SG and Olympique de Marseille. These matches draw audiences exceeding 8 million viewers in France. Also on the schedule are notable rugby and basketball matches, plus new entertainment shows such as Laurent Luyat's extreme conditions challenge and the entrepreneurial program "Qui veut être mon associé?". Film lovers are catered to with new documentaries like "Styles by Harry" and thrillers such as "Willy's Wonderland", with subscription options starting from €0.99 per month.

On the streaming drama front, Netflix gained attention with the debut of "Mon chéri coréen" (*My Korean Boyfriend*), a reality show following Brazilian women’s cultural and romantic encounters in South Korea. The series has sparked mixed reactions, with viewers divided between finding it intriguing or awkward due to cultural and communication barriers and criticisms around stereotyping and fetishization.

Meanwhile, in corporate developments, Warner Bros Discovery's board unanimously rejected a raised acquisition bid from Paramount, preferring Netflix’s $82.7 billion offer to buy Warner Bros and HBO, albeit excluding CNN and Discovery. The board cited Paramount's proposal as laden with significant financial risks and uncertainties, despite Larry Ellison's $40.4 billion personal backing of Paramount’s enhanced offer. Netflix hailed Warner’s decision as well-considered, setting the stage for a major industry consolidation that could reshape media consumption.