April came with its foot on the gas — and TV and film are no exception. From thrillers set in trauma centers and crime-ridden cities to magical quests, dystopian futures, and the return of major series like Black Mirror, The Handmaid’s Tale, and The Last of Us, this month’s slate is stacked.
Whether you’re looking for something binge-worthy, something animated, or something to take to the theaters, there’s something dropping almost every other day. And yes, we’ve got everything from a sneaker adventure with Anthony Mackie and Chloe Bailey (Sneaks), to Viola Davis fighting terrorists at the G20 summit (G20), to a powerful story of divine destiny in Iyanu.
Here are 26 new titles premiering in April that should absolutely be on your radar — because this month? It’s giving must-watch. Let’s get into it.
Pulse | Apr 3 | Netflix
Set in Miami’s busiest Level 1 Trauma Center, the story follows third-year resident Dr. Danny Simms (Willa Fitzgerald), who suddenly finds herself in over her head when Chief Resident Dr. Xander Phillips (Colin Woodell) is suspended—just as a hurricane barrels toward the city. As the hospital goes into lockdown, Simms and Phillips are forced to navigate the onslaught of emergency cases while dealing with the fallout of their complicated and illicit relationship.
Jurassic World: Chaos Theory (S3) | Apr 3 | Netflix
The Nublar Five crash land into adventure as they encounter old (and new) friends, face off against even more lethal dinosaur threats, and deal with the fallout of Brooklynn’s stunning rejection of them. All the while Brooklynn’s inner turmoil continues to grow as she is drawn deeper into the Broker’s criminal web of dinosaur trafficking and espionage.
Savor The City | Apr 3 | TV One
Join Chef Jernard Wells on Savor the City, a fun and flavorful ride through Black culture, food, and travel. Inspired by the Green Book, each episode takes you to a new city where Chef Jernard links up with special guests, visits must-try Black-owned spots, and serves up good vibes and even better meals. It’s all about culture, connection, and discovering hidden gems—one bite at a time.
A Minecraft Movie | Apr 4 | In theaters
Director: Jared Hess
Cast: Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Danielle Brooks, Emma Myers, Sebastian Hansen
Freaky Tales | Apr 4 | In theaters
Set in 1987 Oakland, Freaky Tales is a multi-track mixtape of colorful characters — an NBA star, a corrupt cop, a female rap duo, teen punks, neo-Nazis, and a debt collector — on a collision course in a fever dream of showdowns and battles.
Director: Anna Boden, Ryan Fleck
Cast:Pedro Pascal, Ben Mendelsohn, Jay Ellis, Normani, Dominique Thorne, Jack Champion, Ji-young Yoo, Angus Cloud, and Tom Hanks,
Iyanu | Apr 5 | Cartoon Network/Max (Next Day)
The story follows Iyanu (voiced by Serah Johnson), a brave orphan growing up in the magical kingdom of Yorubaland, who unknowingly holds divine powers not seen since the legendary Age of Wonders. While studying ancient arts and history, Iyanu dreams of a normal life — until a dark force threatens her world, awakening something powerful within her. Joined by her friends Biyi (Okey Jude), a carefree adventurer, Toye (Samuel Kugbiyi), a quiet bookworm, and a magical leopard named Ekun, Iyanu embarks on a quest to uncover her destiny and save her kingdom.
Give Me Back My Daughter | Apr 5 | Lifetime
Directed by Kelley Kali and written by Xavier Burgin, it centers on Gabourey Sidibe stars as Renee, a struggling single mother who finds herself in an impossible situation. After losing her job, Renee and her young daughter, Imani (Cadence Reese), are evicted and left homeless. Determined to stand on her own, she refuses public assistance—but when she leaves Imani in the car during a job interview, everything unravels. Renee is arrested, and Child Protective Services takes her daughter. What follows is a gut-wrenching fight to reunite with Imani as Renee battles the family court system and comes to realize she doesn’t have to do it all alone.
The Handmaid’s Tale (S6) | Apr 6 | Hulu
This season promises full-blown warfare. Handmaids with guns. Resistance fighters ready to burn it all down. Gilead is spiraling, and everyone’s trying to figure out where they land in the rubble.
Here’s what we do know: Season 6 will track June’s relentless mission to bring Gilead to its knees, with Luke and Moira (Samira Wiley) joining the resistance. Serena’s aiming to reshape Gilead (good luck with that), while Commander Lawrence (Bradley Whitford) and Aunt Lydia are forced to reckon with the monster they helped build. And Nick? He’s still caught between love and loyalty — and the cost is catching up.
G20 | Apr 10 | Stream: Prime Video
Terrorists take over the G20 summit with President Sutton, bringing her governing and military experience to defend her family, company, and the world.
Director: Patricia Riggen
Cast: Viola Davis, Anthony Anderson, Marsai Martin, Ramón Rodríguez, Antony Starr, Douglas Hodge, Elizabeth Marvel, Sabrina Impacciatore, Clark Gregg
Black Mirror (S7) | Apr 10 | Netflix
Netflix is once again ready to warp reality and fry our brains with the return of Black Mirror. Season 7 of Charlie Brooker’s mind-bending anthology series will give audiences six episodes of reality-warping, existential dread—just the way we like it.
The Amateur | Apr 11 | In Theaters
After Charles Heller, a CIA cryptographer, loses his wife in a London terrorist attack, he realizes his bosses will not act due to conflicting internal priorities. Having blackmailed the agency to train him as a field operative, he embarks on a one-man mission to hunt down his wife’s killers.
Director: James Hawes
Cast: Rami Malek, Laurence Fishburne, Rachel Brosnahan, Caitríona Balfe, Jon Bernthal, Michael Stuhlbarg
Meet the Khumalos | Apr 11 | Netflix
Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned! Meet Grace Khumalo – her perfect world is thrown off balance when her high school arch rival, Bongi Sithole moves into her elite Umhlanga suburb, right next door! The two arch-enemies are forced to work together as they discover their children have fallen in love! They must move quickly to break them up!
Checkmate | Apr 11 | Tubi
A detective teams up with her estranged father, a chess master, to stop a serial killer who uses the game to select his victims.
Doctor Who | Apr 12 | Disney+/BBC
This season will see the Doctor and Belinda embark on an epic journey to get her back to Earth. However, something—or someone—is blocking their return, forcing them to face bigger enemies, greater dangers, and mind-bending threats unlike anything they’ve encountered before.
Godfather of Harlem | Apr 13 | MGM+
This season, Bumpy is not only battling New York’s mafia families for control of Harlem, but now he’s got to contend with Frank Lucas—an ambitious young hustler who’s not afraid to get his hands dirty. On top of that, Malcolm X’s assassination leaves Harlem at a crossroads, and Bumpy’s daughter Elise (Antoinette Crowe-Legacy) finds herself deeper in the Black Panther movement than ever before.
The Last of Us (S2) | Apr 13 | Max
Season 2 picks up five years after the first season’s gut-wrenching finale. Joel (Pedro Pascal) and Ellie (Bella Ramsey) are back—but their bond? It’s not what it once was. And in a world that keeps getting colder and more chaotic, that tension is about to be tested in the worst ways.
Government Cheese | Apr 13 | Apple TV+
The series follows Hampton Chambers (David Oyelowo), whose release from prison sparks a family reunion that doesn’t go as planned. During his absence, Hampton’s wife Astoria (Simone Missick) and their sons Einstein (Evan Ellison) and Harrison (Jahi Di’Allo Winston) have forged an unconventional dynamic, leading to chaos when Hampton returns. The story explores themes of ambition, resilience, and chasing seemingly impossible dreams, all while navigating their unique version of the American Dream.
The Last of Us (S2) | Apr 13 | Max
The upcoming season finds Stabler (Christopher Meloni) facing off against a crime family with a long memory and a deep grudge. The official synopsis teases cross-border smuggling, high-tech domestic terrorism, and a deadly vendetta stemming from his past in Rome. As the stakes rise, Stabler is forced to risk everything—his career, his safety, and the people he loves—to protect the innocent and deliver justice.
Sinners | Apr 18 | In theaters
Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers (Jordan) return to their hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back.
Director: Ryan Coogler
Cast:Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfeld, Jack O’Connell, Wunmi Mosaku, Jayme Lawson, Omar Benson Miller, Delroy Lindo
Sneaks | Apr 18 | In theaters
Set against the backdrop of New York City, Sneaks tells the story of Ty (voiced by Mackie), a rare collector sneaker separated from his sister Maxine (voiced by Bailey) after they’re stolen by “the Collector” (voiced by Fishburne). Ty’s journey to reunite with Maxine introduces him to JB (Lawrence), a streetwise, worn-out sneaker with a love for shiny objects. Together, they navigate a thrilling adventure that explores themes of self-discovery and stepping beyond one’s comfort zone.
Director/Writer: Rob Edwards
Cast: Anthony Mackie, Martin Lawrence, Laurence Fishburne, Chloe Bailey, Mustard, Roddy Ricch, Ella Mai, Macy Gray, Swae Lee, Quavo, Chris Paul, Sam Jay, Keith David
Andor (Final Season) | Apr 22 | Disney+
Season 2 expands on the first, delivering a vast lineup of characters all fighting for survival in their own way. From underground revolutionaries to Imperial enforcers, every player in this story is making choices that will determine the fate of the galaxy. The struggle isn’t just about battle tactics—it’s about espionage, sacrifice, and the cost of defying the Empire.
You (Final Season) | Apr 24 | Netflix
In the epic fifth and final season, Joe Goldberg returns to New York to enjoy his happily ever after… until his perfect life is threatened by the ghosts of his past and his own dark desires.
Etoile | Apr 24 | Prime Video
In New York and Paris, dancers and artistic staff of two world-renowned ballet companies embark on an ambitious gambit to save their storied institutions, swapping their most talented stars.
The Accountant 2 | Apr 25 | In theaters
The sequel’s plot is thrust into motion when Medina’s former boss is killed by unknown assassins, and she’s forced to contact Christian to solve the murder. With the help of his estranged but highly lethal brother Brax, Chris applies his brilliant mind and less-than-legal methods to piece together the unsolved puzzle. As they get closer to the truth, the trio draw the attention of some of the most ruthless killers alive — all intent on putting a stop to their search.
Director: Gavin O’Connor
Cast: Ben Affleck, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Jon Bernthal, J. K. Simmons, Daniella Pineda
WondLa (S2)| Apr 25 | Apple TV+
Forced to flee her underground sanctuary for Earth’s surface, Eva discovers a world unlike anything she expected; as she journeys across perilous terrain and unknown civilizations, Eva asks whether she is the last human.
My Happy Place | Apr 27 | CNN
Follows six different hosts on deeply personal journeys, as they reveal why specific destinations have become their sanctuaries.