Every movie and show coming to Netflix in May

Even with Netflix’s recommendation algorithm serving you new movies, new TV shows, and original programming tailored to your viewing habits, the streaming service’s fire hose of content makes what’s coming difficult to parse. We’re here to help.

This month has some exciting back catalogue picks, like the whole Twilight saga, the Ocean’s Eleven movies, horror flicks like Heart Eyes, Train to Busan, and Smile; and The Wild Robot. There’s also a new volume of Love, Death & Robots out, along with more Blood of Zeus. Netflix’s first original Korean animated movie, Lost in Starlight, also arrives sometime this month.

Editor’s Pick: Past Lives

Director: Celine Song
Cast: Greta Lee, Teo Yoo, John Magaro

Director Celine Song’s debut theatrical film is an achingly poignant story about one woman and the two great loves of her life. A semi-autobiographical movie, Past Lives follows Nora, who moves from Korea to Canada in her youth, leaving behind a childhood sweetheart. Though they reconnect in their 20s, the relationship fizzles out due to distance and other life opportunities. Ten years later, the two reconnect one last time and reflect on where life has taken them.

Available now

Black Mirror: Thronglets (Netflix Games)

From Netflix: Oh, look! A Thronglet! Enter the world of “Black Mirror” with this curiously cute simulation from the episode “Plaything.” Play at your own risk.

Single’s Inferno: Choices (Netflix Games)

From Netflix: Take a romantic beach walk, send a sweet note and… win a “chicken fight”? Do whatever it takes to get quality time with your crush in this story game.

Street Fighter IV CE (Netflix Games)

From Netflix: Go blow for blow against warriors around the world. Rule the ring with your favorite fighters in this hard-hitting version of the classic arcade game.

Available sometime in May

Losmen Bu Broto: The Series (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: For the Broto family, managing their beloved Yogyakarta inn is no easy feat — especially when their youngest son falls in love with a married guest.

Lost in Starlight (Netflix Film)

From Netflix: When an astronaut leaves Earth for Mars, the vast infinite space divides star-crossed lovers in this animated romance that crosses the cosmos.

Mad Unicorn (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: An aspiring entrepreneur breaks new ground with the launch of a startup courier service that brings new opportunities – and powerful enemies.

Rhythm + Flow: Poland (Netflix Series)
From Netflix: Aspiring Polish rappers drop bars, battle, and craft tracks to impress judges Bedoes 2115, DZIARMA, and Sokół — vying for fame and a 500,000 złoty prize.

Available May 1

Angi: Fake Life, True Crime (Netflix Documentary)

From Netflix: Sentenced for the murder and impersonation of her friend, this documentary sheds new light on Angi — and the death of her husband years before.

The Biggest Fan (Netflix Film)

From Netflix: Facing online cancellation, an actress travels to Mexico to revive her career. But when she meets her biggest fan, her life turns upside down.

The Four Seasons (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: The decades-long friendship between three married couples is tested when one divorces, complicating their tradition of quarterly weekend getaways

Airport
Airport ’77
Airport 1975
Ali
American Gangster
American Graffiti
Burn After Reading
Constantine
Crazy, Stupid, Love.
Dawn of the Dead
Eat Pray Love
The Equalizer 2
Hanna
Home
The Jerk
The Lego Movie

Mid90s
The Mule
Ocean’s Eleven
Ocean’s Thirteen
Ocean’s Twelve
The Paper Tigers
Past Lives
Sisters
Starship Troopers
The Sugarland Express
Trainwreck
Trolls
Twilight
The Twilight Saga: New Moon
The Twilight Saga: Eclipse
The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn: Part 1
The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn: Part 2

Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit

Available May 2

Peninsula

Train to Busan

Unseen: Season 2 (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: In the wake of tragedy, Zenzi is forced to trust those who put her behind bars. Will her newfound desire for freedom finally put her grief to rest?

Available May 4

Conan O’Brien: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor (Netflix Comedy Special)

From Netflix: Comedy’s biggest stars gather to toast and celebrate late-night legend Conan O’Brien as he accepts the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.

Available May 5

Britain and The Blitz (Netflix Documentary)

From Netflix: This immersive documentary brings history to life through vividly restored archival footage and firsthand accounts of WWII Britain during the Blitz.

Mighty Monsterwheelies: Season 2 (Netflix Family)

From Netflix: Bolts, Sweeps, Axyl and the gang are back on patrol in Motorvania, keeping everyone safe from avalanches, storms — and even a runaway Ferris wheel!

Available May 6

The Devil’s Plan: Season 2 (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: Brilliant contenders gather for a new battle of minds. From a Go legend to a poker pro, Hollywood actor, news anchor, and lawyer — who will triumph?

Untold: Shooting Guards (Netflix Sports Film)

From Netflix: What really went down between Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton? This exposé unpacks how a gambling dispute led to guns drawn in an NBA locker room.

Available May 7

Full Speed: Season 2 (Netflix Sports Series)

From Netflix: Tales of triumph and tenacity fuel this high-octane sports docuseries following NASCAR Cup Series drivers on and off the track during the playoffs.

Last Bullet (Netflix Film)

From Netflix: Car genius Lino returns to conclude his vendetta against Areski and the corrupt commander who ruined their lives in this turbo-charged trilogy finale.

Available May 8

Blood of Zeus: Season 3 (Netflix Anime)

From Netflix: Set loose from captivity and burning for revenge, the king of the Titans swears to crush the Olympian gods and reclaim the power they stole from him.

FOREVER (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: Reunited as teens, two childhood friends fall deeply in love, experiencing the joy and heartache of a first romance that will change their lives forever.

Heart Eyes

Karol G: Tomorrow was Beautiful (Netflix Documentary)

From Netflix: Karol G pulls back the curtain of her career in this intimate look at her life as she navigates a stadium tour, love, health and chasing greatness.

Available May 9

A Deadly American Marriage (Netflix Documentary)

From Netflix: A chilling 911 call. A gruesome scene. What is the real story behind Jason Corbett’s brutal death? In this documentary, Jason’s wife and children reflect on the elusive truths behind their seemingly fairytale life.  

Bad Influence (Netflix Film)

From Netflix: An ex-con gets a fresh start when hired to protect a wealthy heiress from a stalker — but their chemistry is hard to resist as they grow closer.

Nonnas (Netflix Film)

From Netflix: After the loss of his mother, a man risks everything to honor her by opening an Italian restaurant with a group of local grandmothers as the chefs. 

The Royals (Netflix Series)

From Netflix:When charming Prince Aviraaj meets Sophia, a self-made girl boss, the worlds of royalty and startups collide in a whirlwind of romance and ambition.

Available May 11

ABBA: Against the Odds

Available May 12

Tastefully Yours (Netflix Series)

Available May 13

All American: Season 7

Bad Thoughts (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: In this six-episode dark comedic series, Tom Segura navigates unthinkable situations and fantasies within a cinematic world.

Untold: The Liver King (Netflix Sports Film)

From Netflix: He built a supplement empire by devouring raw meat on social media. And he had the muscles to prove it. But, really, how did the Liver King get so huge?

Available May 14

American Manhunt: Osama bin Laden (Netflix Documentary)

From Netflix: Featuring rare footage and interviews with CIA insiders, this edge-of-your-seat documentary series traces the epic hunt for Osama bin Laden.

Fred and Rose West: A British Horror Story (Netflix Documentary)

From Netflix: Recently discovered police recordings and first-person accounts tell the story of Fred and Rose West, two of the UK’s most prolific murderers.

Married at First Sight: Season 17

Smile

Snakes and Ladders (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: An ambitious but overlooked teacher wants to be head of a prestigious school, but must climb a slippery ladder of lies and corruption to reach the top.

Available May 15

Bet (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: At a private school where gambling determines social status, a skillful new student with a mysterious past is shaking things up — and betting on revenge.

Love, Death & Robots: Volume 4 (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: Dinosaur gladiators, messianic cats, string-puppet rock stars — it can only be Love, Death + Robots. The fourth volume, presented by Tim Miller (Deadpool, Terminator: Dark Fate) and David Fincher (Mindhunter, The Killer), sees Jennifer Yuh Nelson (Kung Fu Panda 2, Season 3’s “Kill Team Kill” return as supervising director for ten startling shorts showcasing the series’ signature, award-winning style of bleeding-edge animation, horror, sci-fi, and humor. Buckle up. 

Franklin (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: A counterfeit artist, also a single father, is forced to work with his ex-lover to craft the perfect $100 bill — all to save his dying daughter.

Pernille: Season 5 (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: With Ole Johan’s wedding planning soaking up all the attention, Pørni struggles to balance the demands of her job with her family — and her own heart.

Secrets We Keep (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: When a neighbor’s au pair vanishes from her wealthy suburb, Cecilie seeks answers — and unravels secrets that shatter her seemingly perfect world.

Thank You, Next: Season 2 (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: Leyla is finally about to get her happy ending with Cem, but will she allow herself to trust his mysterious nature and fall in love all over again?

Vini Jr. (Netflix Documentary)

From Netflix: Vini Jr. has it all: talent, resilience and boldness. Follow his dancing, unpredictable feet on his inspiring journey to becoming a global soccer star.

Available May 16

Dear Hongrang (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: When a long-missing heir returns with lost memories, love and suspicion entwine. Is he truly Hongrang, or a stranger disturbing hearts and family ties?

Football Parents (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: When it comes to their children’s amateur football careers, this group of parents has no shame, no chill — and a peculiar sense of team spirit.

The Quilters (Netflix Documentary)

From Netflix: In this award-winning short documentary, men in a Missouri maximum-security prison design and sew beautiful, personalized quilts for foster children.

Rotten Legacy (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: After a grave illness, a media mogul discovers his children’s tactics threaten the empire he carefully built — and he’ll do whatever it takes to save it.

Available May 20

Sarah Silverman: Postmortem (Netflix Documentary)

From Netflix: Following the recent death of both of her parents, comedian Sarah Silverman finds comedy in the darkest corners of life. She hilariously navigates the absurdities of death with her signature wit, from unexpectedly finding the “deal of a lifetime” while planning their funerals to cherishing the bittersweet experience of hearing her mother’s last words.

Untold: The Fall of Favre (Netflix Sports Film)

From Netflix: This eye-opening documentary delves into Brett Favre’s controversial career, the dark side of sports stardom and the scandals that marred his legacy.

Available May 21

Newly Rich, Newly Poor (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: A wealthy businessman and a working-class dreamer discover they were switched at birth. Now, they must swap lives to learn what truly matters.

Real Men (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: Mattia, Massimo, Riccardo, and Luigi, four friends in their forties, confront their prejudices in a world evolving towards gender equality. They must rediscover their place in society and relationships amid hilarious situations and unexpected challenges.

Sneaky Links: Dating After Dark (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: Six sexy singles check into a motel in pursuit of true love, only to discover their longtime booty calls,  or “sneaky links,” are there as well. Facing desires old and new, and many hard truths, guests must decide whether to strengthen their sneaky link, or explore new connections. Will they stay sneaky, or is love worth “checking out”?

The UnXplained with William Shatner: Season 6

Available May 22

Sirens (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: Devon thinks her sister Simone has a really creepy relationship with her new boss, the enigmatic socialite Michaela Kell. Michaela’s cult-ish life of luxury is like a drug to Simone, and Devon has decided it’s time for an intervention, but she has no idea what a formidable opponent Michaela will be. Told over the course of one explosive weekend at The Kells’ lavish beach estate, Sirens is an incisive, sexy, and darkly funny exploration of women, power, and class.

Tyler Perry’s She The People (Netflix Series)

From 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.

Available May 23

Air Force Elite: Thunderbirds (Netflix Documentary)

From Netflix: For the first time ever, go inside the cockpit with the U.S. Air Force’s legendary flight squadron, The Thunderbirds, and witness the unprecedented training, peril, and personal sacrifice it takes to push the limits of aviation as a member of one America’s most revered demonstration teams. 

Big Mouth: Season 8 (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: Nothing brings out the hormones — or the heartbreak — quite like high school. These longtime friends are growing up, and it’s the ultimate happy ending.

Fear Street: Prom Queen (Netflix Film)

From Netflix: Who will be voted queen at Shadyside High’s 1988 prom? For underdog Lori, competition is cutthroat even before someone starts killing off the candidates.

Forget You Not (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: An aspiring stand-up comedian turns her struggles into heartfelt humor as she balances work and relationships while caring for her aging father.

Off Track 2 (Netflix Film)

From Netflix: Siblings Lisa and Daniel gear up for the Vätternrundan cycling race, where unexpected detours, old flames and marriage problems test their resolve.

Available May 24

Our Unwritten Seoul (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: Twin sisters— one living in Seoul, the other from the countryside— switch lives.

The Wild Robot

Available May 26

CoComelon: Season 13 (Netflix Family)

From Netflix: Ready to move? Get up and groove! Join JJ and his friends as they dance to fun, familiar songs like “Twist and Shout,” “The Locomotion” and more.

Cold Case: The Tylenol Murders (Netflix Documentary)

From Netflix: Who really laced Tylenol with cyanide? This true-crime series examines alarming theories behind the unsolved killings — and tracks down a key suspect.

Mike Birbiglia: The Good Life (Netflix Documentary)

From Netflix: In his latest hour, Mike Birbiglia—who merges storytelling, theater, and comedy in a way that The New York Times has called “Birbiglian”—opens up about his father’s recent stroke and discusses how it has prompted him to reevaluate his own approach to fatherhood. Birbiglia says of the new special: “Over the years I’ve done a lot of personal shows but somehow this one is the most personal because it’s not in my past. It’s my life right now. So there’s really no filter. At certain points during the tour I literally thought on stage: ‘Whoa. Am I really gonna tell this story?’ But that’s sort of the idea behind these shows. I try to probe into what’s most painful in order to figure out what’s most funny.”

Available May 28

F1: The Academy (Netflix Sports Series)

From Netflix: Follow fifteen of the world’s best female drivers as they take to the tough tracks of F1 Academy in this high-octane documentary from Hello Sunshine.

Available May 29

Dept. Q (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: A brash but brilliant detective (Matthew Goode) leads a cold case unit in this Edinburgh-based drama by the writer and director of “The Queen’s Gambit”.

Available May 30

A Widow’s Game (Netflix Film)

From Netflix: When a man is found dead, the investigation shatters his widow’s perfect facade and exposes a hidden double life in this thriller based on real events.

The Heart Knows (Netflix Film)

From Netflix: After a heart transplant, Manuel feels a personality shift and explores his donor’s life, leading him to meet the widowed Vale and her community.

Available May 31

Netflix Tudum 2025: The Live Event (Netflix Live Event)

From Netflix: Netflix Tudum 2025 is a must-watch LIVE event celebrating the global fandom of Netflix’s beloved series and movies. This high-energy show will be streamed LIVE on Netflix May 31st at 5:00 PM PT / 8:00 PM ET from the Kia Forum in Los Angeles. The show will be packed with huge stars, exclusive reveals, and dynamic live performances sure to delight fans around the world.