May is bringing an exciting slate of premieres, with something for everyone. From heartwarming comedies and thrilling mysteries to action-packed blockbusters and captivating dramas, there’s no shortage of must-watch content this month. Get ready to dive into a mix of new seasons, reboots, and fresh stories that are sure to keep you entertained all month long.
The Four Seasons (S1) | May 1 | Netflix
Six old friends head for a relaxing weekend away only to learn that one couple in the group is about to split up. The three couples, Kate (Tina Fey) and Jack (Will Forte), Nick (Steve Carell) and Anne (Kerri Kenney-Silver), and Danny (Colman Domingo) and Claude (Marco Calvani), are completely upended by the news. Over the course of a year, we follow the friends on four vacations, and watch how this shake-up affects everyone’s dynamic – sending old issues and new bubbling to the surface. Co-created by Tina Fey, Lang Fisher, and Tracey Wigfield, THE FOUR SEASONS is a hilarious and heartfelt love letter to long marriages and old friendships. Based on the 1981 feature film of the same name.
Another Simple Favor | May 1 | Prime Video
Stephanie Smothers and Emily Nelson from the original movie head to the beautiful island of Capri, Italy, for Emily’s extravagant wedding to a rich Italian businessman.
Thunderbolts | May 2 | In theaters
After finding themselves ensnared in a death trap, seven disillusioned castoffs must embark on a dangerous mission that will force them to confront the darkest corners of their pasts.
Unseen (Season 2)| Netflix | May 2
A house cleaner desperately searches for her husband as a dreaded criminal syndicate dredges up past tragedies and ultimately drives her to violence.
Black Bag | May 2 | Peacock
From Director Steven Soderbergh, BLACK BAG is a gripping spy drama about legendary intelligence agents George Woodhouse and his beloved wife Kathryn. When she is suspected of betraying the nation, George faces the ultimate test – loyalty to his marriage or his country.
Rosario | May 2 | In theaters
Wall Street stockbroker Rosario Fuentes (Emeraude Toubia) returns to her grandmother’s apartment after her sudden passing, only to uncover a horrifying secret—a hidden chamber filled with occult artifacts tied to dark generational rituals. As supernatural occurrences plague her, Rosario must confront her family’s buried past and the sinister forces that refuse to be forgotten. Is she uncovering the truth, or awakening something that was never meant to be disturbed?
Swamp Dogg Gets His Pool Planted | May 2 | In theaters
Legendary musician Swamp Dogg, alongside housemates Moogstar and Guitar Shorty, has transformed his home into an artistic playground. Together they navigate the tumultuous music industry, and forge a unique and inspiring path across time and space.
Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld| May 2 | Fortnite (May 2)/Disney+ (May 4)
Enter the galaxy’s dangerous underworld in this 6-episode journey through the experiences of two iconic villains. Former assassin and bounty hunter Asajj Ventress is given a new chance at life and must go on the run with an unexpected new ally, while outlaw Cad Bane faces his past when he confronts an old friend, now a Marshal on the opposite side of the law.
Hats Off to Love | May 3 | Hallmark Channel
Stella designs hats and fascinators for socialite Rosalind and meets her son Christian who’s training a horse to compete in the Louisville Derby.
The Walking Dead: Dead City | May 4 | AMC
In a Walking Dead spin-off, Maggie and Negan travel into a post-apocalyptic Manhattan long ago cut off from the mainland, filled with the dead and denizens who have made New York City their own world full of anarchy, danger, beauty, and terror.
Untold: Shooting Guards | May 6 | Netflix
Unpacking how a gambling dispute between Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton led to guns drawn in an NBA locker room.
Poker Face (Season 2)| May 8 | Peacock
Charlie Cale is back on the run, and in season 2 we’ve taken her journey to the next level—one murder mystery at a time,” Johnson and Lyonne shared in a joint statement. “From minor league baseball to big box retail, from funeral homes to alligator farms and even a grade school talent show, Charlie navigates her crime-solving existential road trip with deadpan wit, human empathy, and her signature uncanny lie-detecting ability.
Criminal Minds: Evolution | May 8 | Paramount+
Picking up six months after a violent prison attack on serial killer Elias Voit (played with chilling glee by Zach Gilford), the story now shifts to the fallout. Voit’s dark web disciples are running wild across the country—unleashing their own brand of horror without restraint. With innocent lives on the line, the Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU) is forced into a dangerous partnership with the man they once hunted: Voit himself. But make no mistake—he’s not just helping. He has his own game to play.
Forever | May 8 | Netflix
A modern reimagining of Judy Blume’s novel, Forever follows the emotional and intimate journey of two Black teens—Keisha Clark (Lovie Simone) and Justin Edwards (Michael Cooper Jr.)—as they navigate the complexities of first love, identity, and self-discovery. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Los Angeles in 2018, the story explores the pivotal firsts that shape young adulthood: first kisses, first heartbreaks, and the first time saying “I love you.”
Usher: Rendezvous in Paris | May 8 | BET Plus
The film pulls from the sultry intimacy of Usher’s Las Vegas residencies, dressing it up in French elegance and delivered with showstopping detail—custom costumes, immersive lighting, and a tracklist that spans three decades of hits. From “Yeah!” and “U Got It Bad” to deep cuts and fan favorites, this is more than just a concert; it’s an invitation to witness the icon behind the hits.
Shadow Force | May 9 | In theaters
An estranged husband and wife with a bounty on their heads who must go on the run with their son to avoid their former employer – a unit of shadow ops that has been sent to kill them.
The Lost Holliday | May 9 | Peacock
When Cassandra Marshall learns that her estranged son Damien Holliday has died, she heads to L.A. to handle his arrangements. She arrives to find that they’re being handled by her sons husband, Jason Holliday, who she knows nothing about.
Absolute Dominion | May 9 | In theaters/VOD
In the year 2063, the world faces catastrophe as zealots & extremists wage a global holy war, crumbling cities and dismantling entire countries in the name of spiritual superiority. Desperate for a solution to save humanity from itself, the world’s governing bodies vote to establish a radical new form of diplomacy called The Battle of Absolute Dominion, a fierce martial-arts tournament featuring the best fighters in the world to determine a champion whose faith will govern humanity & restore peace for the future.
Hard Truths | May 12 | Paramount+
Pansy, angry and depressed, lashes out at family and strangers. Her constant criticism isolates her, except from her cheerful sister Chantelle, who remains sympathetic despite their differences.
Joan Rivers: A Dead Funny All-Star Tribute | May 13 at 10 PM ET| NBC/Peacock
To celebrate the decade since her passing, the comedy community revisits Rivers’ legendary cabinet of jokes and add their own personal spin to reflect today’s social and cultural landscape, along with a dose of their original material.
Duster (series premiere) | May 15 | Max
The eight-episode series takes us back to 1972, following Nina (Rachel Hilson), the first Black female FBI agent, as she heads to the Southwest with a mission: recruit a getaway driver (Josh Holloway) to take down a growing crime syndicate led by the formidable Ezra (Keith David).
SkyMed (s3) | May 15 | Paramount+
The triumphs, heartbreaks, and tribulations of budding nurses and pilots flying air ambulances in remote Northern Canada.
Overcompensating (S1) | May 15 | Prime Video
A college-set ensemble comedy about the wild, chaotic journey of Benny (Skinner), a closeted former football player and homecoming king, as he becomes fast friends with Carmen, a high school outsider on a mission to fit in at all costs. With guidance from Benny’s older sister and her campus-legend boyfriend, Benny and Carmen juggle horrible hookups, flavored vodka, and fake IDs. Deeply funny and personal, the show explores the lengths to which we all overcompensate while on the path to finding out who we really are.
To Live and Die and Live | May 16 | In theaters
Muhammad returns home to Detroit to bury his stepfather and is thrust into settling his accounts, but Muhammad’s struggles with depression and addiction may finish him before he finishes the task.
Hurry Up Tomorrow | May 16 | In theaters
A musician plagued by insomnia is pulled into an odyssey with a stranger who begins to unravel the very core of his existence. HURRY UP TOMORROW, directed by Trey Edward Shults features Abel Tesfaye, Jenna Ortega, and Barry Keoghan, exclusively in theaters on May 16.
Love, Death & Robots (S4) | May 15 | Netflix
An anthology of animated short stories that span various genres, each exploring unique narratives centered around the themes of love, mortality, and technology.
Bet | May 15 | Netflix
A transfer student from Japan disrupts a boarding school’s power structure with her gambling skills, challenging the Student Council while pursuing revenge that could overturn the entire system.
The Chi (S7)| May 16 | Showtime/Paramount+
Now, with Douda out of the picture, The Chi is shifting its focus—putting Alicia and the women of the South Side at the center. This season, power dynamics shift, alliances are tested, and new rivalries are born. But make no mistake: there’s only one crown, and claiming it won’t come easy.
Murderbot | May 16 | Apple TV+
In a high-tech future, a rogue security robot secretly gains free will. To stay hidden, it reluctantly joins a new mission protecting scientists on a dangerous planet–even though it just wants to binge soap operas.
Nine Perfect Strangers | May 21 | Hulu
Nine Perfect Strangers takes place at a boutique health-and-wellness resort that promises healing and transformation as nine stressed city dwellers try to get on a path to a better way of living. Watching over them during this ten-day retreat is the resort’s director Masha, a woman on a mission to reinvigorate their tired minds and bodies. However, these nine “perfect” strangers have no idea what is about to hit them.
Transplant (s4) | May 22 | NBC/Peacock
A skilled emergency medicine doctor flees Syria to find his place in a new hospital and country.
She The People (s1) | May 22 | Netflix
Lieutenant Governor candidate Antoinette Dunkerson runs a successful campaign and now must figure out how to thrive under a sexist and condescending governor while attempting to keep her family in line now that they’re all in the public eye.
Lilo & Stitch | May 23 | In theaters
A live-action reimagining of Disney’s 2002 animated classic, Lilo & Stitch is the wildly funny and touching story of a lonely Hawaiian girl and the fugitive alien who helps to mend her broken family. Directed by Dean Fleischer Camp, the Oscar®-nominated filmmaker behind the animated feature film “Marcel the Shell with Shoes On,” the film stars Sydney Elizebeth Agudong, Billy Magnussen, Tia Carrere, Hannah Waddingham, Chris Sanders, with Courtney B. Vance, and Zach Galifianakis, introducing Maia Kealoha. “Lilo & Stitch” is produced by Jonathan Eirich, p.g.a. and Dan Lin, with Louie Provost, Tom Peitzman and Ryan Halprin serving as executive producers.
Big Mouth (S8) | May 23 | Netflix
The half-hour animated comedy returns for one last ride as the Bridgeton teens take on high school, navigating drugs, sex, cancel culture and more. Season 8’s official description reads: “In the end, our kids step into the harrowing unknown of the future, made less afraid of what’s to come because they have each other.”
Off Script with The Hollywood Reporter | May 23 | AMC+/IFC
Actors, directors, writers, creatives, and more delve deep into the urgent issues, methodologies and behind-the-scenes narratives that define the entertainment industry.
Fear Street: Prom Queen | May 23 | Netflix
Prom season at Shadyside High is underway and the school’s wolfpack of It Girls is busy with its usual sweet and vicious campaigns for the crown.
Fountain of Youth | May 23 | Apple TV+
Two estranged siblings partner on a global heist to find the mythological Fountain of Youth. They must use their knowledge of history to follow clues on an adventure that will change their lives and possibly lead to immortality.
Jerrod Carmichael: Don’t Be Gay | May 24 | HBO
The Emmy-winning comedian is teaming up with HBO once again for a brand-new stand-up special titled Don’t Be Gay. This marks Carmichael’s fourth special with the network, and if his past work is any indication, we’re in for another raw, revealing, and razor-sharp offering that blurs the line between vulnerability and comedic brilliance.
The Librarians: The Next Chapter | May 25 | TNT
In a spinoff of the original series, a time-traveling Librarian is given a new team to help him clean up a mess he inadvertently made.
Midnight in Phoenix | May 27 | VOD/In Cinema
A vibrant drag queen and her lover stumble upon a robbery where a misunderstanding leads to them being implicated in the crime.
The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy | May 27 | Prime Video
The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy follows best friends and boldly chaotic surgeons Dr. Sleech (Stephanie Hsu) and Dr. Klak (Keke Palmer) as they take on high-risk, high-weirdness medical cases from every corner of the cosmos. And after barely surviving a mutated worm outbreak last season, the duo is back—new fame, same madness.
But in Season 2, the good doctors learn that stardom comes at a cost. While basking in their newfound recognition, a cyborg journalist starts digging into Dr. Sleech’s mysterious past—uncovering secrets that could shake the hospital to its core and test the foundation of her friendship with Klak.
Adults (series premiere) | May 28 | FX
Adults follows a group of young friends doing their best to become people, despite not really being “good” or “people” quite yet. In the show, Samir (Malik Elassal), Billie (Lucy Freyer), Paul Baker (Jack Innanen), Issa (Amita Rao), and Anton (Owen Thiele) are crashing at Samir’s childhood home, where they’re sharing meals, anxiety, and, from time to time, toothbrushes.
And Just Like That…| May 29 | Max
Season 2 ended with Carrie Bradshaw (Sarah Jessica Parker) toasting her old life with a final dinner party in her iconic Upper East Side apartment — the same one she lived in during Sex and the City. After losing Big and giving Aidan yet another chance (though he’s now raising three kids in Virginia), she bought a new Gramercy Park home. Aidan asked her to wait five years while he focused on parenting. Carrie, ever the romantic, actually considered it.
Meanwhile, Miranda (Cynthia Nixon) snagged a new job at Human Rights Watch, and Charlotte (Kristin Davis) stepped back into the art world. Everyone seemed to be entering a new era — and Season 3 is picking up right where those storylines left off.
The Better Sister | May 29 | Prime Video
Chloe moves through the world with her handsome lawyer husband Adam and teenage son Ethan by her side while her estranged sister Nicky struggles to stay clean and hustles to make ends meet. When Adam is brutally murdered, the prime suspect sends shockwaves through the family, laying bare long-buried secrets.