Netflix has made a significant impact in April with the release of several compelling titles such as If Wishes Could Kill and Him. As the month draws to a close, the streaming giant is preparing to keep the momentum going into May. The upcoming month promises a diverse range of content, from thrilling dramas and action-packed series to heartwarming rom-coms. New seasons of popular shows are set to return, while classic favorites will be available alongside fresh and exciting releases.
Here’s a detailed look at what Netflix has planned for May 2026:
May 1st to May 10th
Netflix will start the month by bringing back some iconic films on May 1. These include classics like 48 Hrs., Airport, Airport ’77, Schindler’s List, National Lampoon’s Animal House, Starship Troopers, The Breakfast Club, Pretty Woman, 13 Going on 30, Fried Green Tomatoes, Hitch, Meet the Parents, and many more. Other titles scheduled to drop on the same day include Glory, My Dearest Señorita, Son-In-Law, Swapped, Bad News Bears, The Boss, Burn After Reading, Den of Thieves, Domestic Disturbance, Eat Pray Love, Green Book, Home, Jennifer’s Body, Jumanji Jumping the Broom, La Brea: Seasons 1-3, The Proposal, Trainwreck, Under the Skin, Veronica Mars, Waterworld, Ouija, Ouija: Origin of Evil, Meet the Fockers, and Little Fockers.
On May 2, the platform will release Dr. Seuss’s Horton! Season 2, Funny AF with Kevin Hart — NETFLIX LIVE EVENT (semi-final), and Lord of the Flies. May 5 will see the release of Funny AF with Kevin Hart — NETFLIX LIVE EVENT (finale), followed by Countdown: Rousey vs. Carano, Love is Blind Poland, and Worst Ex Ever: Season 2. Meanwhile, The Chestnut Man: Hide and Seek, Legends, My Dearest Assassin, and USA 94: Brazil’s Return to Glory will arrive on May 8. Finally, The Roast of Kevin Hart — NETFLIX LIVE EVENT will be released on May 10.
May 11th to May 20th
The next phase of May brings new releases starting on May 11 with Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris and Pop Culture Jeopardy!. On May 12, Marty, Life Is Short and Untold UK: Jamie Vardy will be added. From May 13 to May 15, viewers can expect a mix of drama, sports, and thrillers, including Between Father and Son, The Bus: A French Football Mutiny, Perfect Match: Season 4, Roosters: Season 2, Nemesis, Soul Mate, Berlin and the Lady with an Ermine, The Crash, and The WONDERfools.
On May 16, Black Phone 2 and the live event Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano — NETFLIX LIVE EVENT will be released. May 18 will bring Abraham Lincoln: Season 1, FDR: Season 1, Grant: Season 1, The Great War, Law and Order: Seasons 23-24, Navy SEALs: America’s Secret Warriors: Seasons 1-2, Nope, Theodore Roosevelt: Season 1, Thomas Jefferson: Season 1, and Washington: Season 1.
From May 19 to May 21, Untold UK: Liverpool’s Miracle of Istanbul and Wanda Sykes: Legacy will be available on May 19, followed by Carizzma, May 21st, The Boroughs, and James on May 20.
May 21st to May 31st
May 22 will feature Canada: Sprint Qualifying (CA) — NETFLIX LIVE EVENT and F1 Canadian Grand Prix: Practice 1 (CA) — NETFLIX LIVE EVENT. New titles like Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie, Ladies First, and Mating Season will also be released on the same day.
On May 23, F1 Canadian Grand Prix: Qualifying (CA) — NETFLIX LIVE EVENT and F1 Canadian Grand Prix: Sprint (CA) — NETFLIX LIVE EVENT will be added. The following day, F1 Canadian Grand Prix: Race (CA) — NETFLIX LIVE EVENT will be released.
On May 26, Untold UK: Vinnie Jones will be available, followed by A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder: Season 2, My 2 Cents, and Room to Move on May 27. May 28 will see the return of The Four Seasons: Season 2 and Murder Mindfully: Season 2. On May 29, Brazil ’70: The Third Star, Calabasas Confidential, and Rafa will be released. The month will conclude on May 31 with the highly anticipated AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to Eddie Murphy and the acclaimed biographical drama The Theory of Everything.
Overall, May 2026 is shaping up to be a month filled with nostalgia, star power, and innovative storytelling across various genres, along with a variety of live events. Whether you’re a fan of classic films or looking for something new, there’s something for everyone on Netflix this month.
