New on Netflix in May 2026
Stream Remarkably Bright Creatures, Swapped, plus new seasons of The Four Seasons, Perfect Match, and more.
By Ashley Lee
April 30, 2026
New on Netflix in May 2026 - Netflix Tudum
The film adaptation of Remarkably Bright Creatures stars Sally Field as Tova, a solitary widow who works at a local aquarium. While wiping the tanks’ windows and cleaning the exhibits’ floors, she forms an unlikely bond with a giant Pacific octopus — a friendship that helps her open up to others around town for the first time.
“It’s a joy to see people every day,” Ethan, a local grocer played by Colm Meaney, tells her. “Watching people’s lives change.”
The new movies and series available to stream this month offer plenty of opportunities to meet characters who grow and evolve in delightful directions. Take Swapped, for example: The animated movie sees Michael B. Jordan voicing a woodland creature and Juno Temple a regal bird, two animals who suddenly find themselves in the body of their sworn enemy — a situation that yields invaluable lessons about themselves and each other.
Look for more unexpected developments in Ladies First, a comedy starring Sacha Baron Cohen and Rosamund Pike in an alternate reality where women hold all the power; and Marty, Life Is Short, a documentary that tracks the spirited life and career of the actor and comedian Martin Short. And nothing says growth like the ability to take a joke, as proven in The Roast of Kevin Hart, streaming live from Netflix is a Joke Fest in Los Angeles.
This month’s lineup also includes the thrilling heist series Nemesis, a new four-part take on Lord of the Flies, and the docuseries Rafa about the legendary tennis player Rafael Nadal. And be sure to add the new seasons of A Good Girl's Guide to Murder, The Four Seasons, Dr. Seuss’s Horton!, Perfect Match, and Worst Ex Ever to your watchlist.
Scroll on for all the titles coming to Netflix in May.
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Date
Date
Genre
TV Shows
Movies
May 1
May 1
Glory
In a small-town boxing hub, two brothers investigate a shocking murder while navigating a troubled reunion with their father, a renowned coach.
May 1
My Dearest Señorita
A young woman from a traditional family learns she’s intersex, sparking a journey of self-discovery, gender identity, and love found in unexpected places.
May 1
Son-In-Law
José Sánchez (Adrian Vasquez) becomes a feared political operator after a rough patch, but this time neither his memorable mustache nor his sharp tongue will be enough.
May 1
Swapped
A tiny woodland creature and a majestic bird swap bodies, forcing them to team up to survive the wildest adventure of their lives.
May 1
13 Going on 30
Jenna Rink (Jennifer Garner) wishes she could just grow up after being humiliated at her 13th birthday party — only to wake up as a 30-year-old fashion magazine editor.
May 1
48 Hrs.
A detective paroles a wisecracking hustler to help him catch a pair of escaped cop killers, but the odd couple only has 48 hours to get the job done.
May 1
Airport
A blizzard, a bomb, and a stowaway help create the perfect storm for the manager of a Midwestern airport and a pilot with a messy personal life.
May 1
Airport 1975
When a Boeing 747 loses its pilots in a midair collision, a member of the cabin crew must take control with radio help from a flight instructor.
May 1
Airport '77
A luxury 747 packed with VIPs and priceless art goes down in the Bermuda Triangle after being hijacked by thieves — and time for a rescue is running out.
May 1
Bad News Bears
A grumpy, grizzled Little League coach named Buttermaker (Billy Bob Thornton) tries to lead a group of spirited underdogs toward a shot at the championship.
May 1
The Boss
After serving time for insider trading, a broke tycoon seeks to restore her former glory with homemade brownies, but she has unexpected competition.
May 1
The Breakfast Club
The athlete, the brain, the bully, the princess, and the loner break through the social barriers of high school during a Saturday in detention.
May 1
Burn After Reading
When a pair of clueless gym employees stumble on secret CIA documents, their clumsy attempts at blackmail land them in a dangerous world of trouble.
May 1
Den of Thieves
A highly skilled crew of bank robbers plotting a heist at the supposedly impenetrable Federal Reserve faces off against an elite unit of LA cops.
May 1
Domestic Disturbance
A divorced man is the only one who believes his son’s claim that his new stepfather is a killer — and launches an investigation to protect his family.
May 1
Eat Pray Love
After deciding to reshape her life after a divorce, Liz (Julia Roberts) travels around the world in search of good food, spirituality, and true love.
May 1
Fried Green Tomatoes
Flashbacks reveal the remarkable story of soulmates Idgie (Mary Stuart Masterson) and Ruth (Mary-Louise Parker), whose antics cause an uproar in their rural Southern town in the 1920s.
May 1
Green Book
When a refined pianist hires a street-smart driver to navigate a concert tour of the segregated South, a friendship forms amid the backdrop of racism.
May 1
Hitch
A suave New York dating coach finds himself uncharacteristically smitten when he meets a smart, cynical reporter who seems immune to his charms.
May 1
Home
When misfit alien Oh (voiced by Jim Parsons) mistakenly sends a party invite to the entire galaxy, he goes on the run to avoid trouble and befriends spunky human girl Tip (voiced by Rihanna).
May 1
Jennifer's Body
When a popular teen becomes possessed and develops a distinct appetite for high school boys, her best friend tries to keep her bloody cravings in check.
May 1
Jumanji
Two siblings discover an enchanted board game that opens a door to a magical world — and unwittingly release a man who’s been trapped inside for years.
May 1
Jumping the Broom
After a whirlwind romance, a couple rushes to say “I do” at the bride’s family estate on Martha’s Vineyard, where their relations meet — and clash.
May 1
La Brea
Seasons 1-3
When a massive sinkhole appears in Los Angeles, those who fall in get trapped in an ancient world and must rely on one another to survive.
May 1
The Land Before Time
After a huge earthquake, a young dinosaur named Littlefoot (voiced by Gabriel Damon) finds himself lost and alone until he meets four friends in search of their families.
May 1
Meet the Parents
Greg Focker (Ben Stiller) is ready to marry his girlfriend — but before he pops the question, he must win over her formidable father, a humorless former CIA agent.
May 1
Meet the Fockers
Parents and personalities clash when newly engaged Greg (Ben Stiller) and Pam (Teri Polo) attempt to bring their families together in this sequel to the hit comedy.
May 1
Little Fockers
Greg Focker (Ben Stiller) has a pair of rambunctious kids, and the tension with his father-in-law rises to the surface once again.
May 1
National Lampoon's Animal House
The underachieving, hard-partying fraternity brothers of Delta House refuse to let threats of expulsion put a damper on their drunken debauchery.
May 1
Ouija
After their friend mysteriously dies, a group of grieving teens tries to contact her via a Ouija board that conjures up a nightmare from the other side.
May 1
Ouija: Origin of Evil
In 1960s California, a fake medium’s daughter tries to communicate with her late father through a Ouija board, but unleashes a demon instead.
May 1
Pretty Woman
Uptight business tycoon Edward (Richard Gere) makes a deal with vivacious Hollywood sex worker Vivian (Julia Roberts) to spend a week with him — and loses his heart in the bargain.
May 1
The Proposal
When an overbearing book editor learns she’s in danger of losing her visa status and may be deported, she forces her put-upon assistant to marry her.
May 1
Schindler's List
Businessman Oskar Schindler (Liam Neeson) becomes an unlikely humanitarian, spending his entire fortune to help save 1,100 Jews from Auschwitz during World War II.
May 1
Starship Troopers
When fire-spitting, brain-sucking bugs attack Earth and obliterate Buenos Aires, an infantry unit heads to the aliens’ planet for a showdown.
May 1
Trainwreck
Single professional Amy (Amy Schumer) fears commitment until she meets the perfect guy. But the harder she falls, the hotter the mess.
May 1
Under the Skin
A seductive alien prowls the streets in search of prey: unsuspecting men who fall under her spell, only to be consumed by a strange liquid pool.
May 1
Veronica Mars
About to start a new life, former private eye Veronica Mars (Kristen Bell) returns to California when an ex-boyfriend calls on her expertise to help clear his name.
May 1
Waterworld
After the ice caps melt, a mutant seafarer takes a bartender and her young charge aboard his boat to escape the pirate who wants their map to dry land.
May 4
May 4
Dr. Seuss’s Horton!
Season 2
No need to worry, they’ll help in a hurry! Whether hunting for treasure or crossing a mud pit, Horton (voiced by Ethan Monaghan) and Samson (voiced by Max Mittelman) will solve any problem — and never quit.
May 4
Lord of the Flies
When a group of schoolboys crash-lands on a tropical island, their attempts to survive are threatened by the lure of their darkest instincts.
May 6
May 6
Countdown: Rousey vs. Carano
Hit training camp with MMA legends Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano before they return to the cage on May 16 for their must-see fight that’s been years in the making. Countdown: Rousey vs. Carano is narrated by Uma Thurman and directed by Tim Mullen and Jackie Decker.
May 6
Love Is Blind: Poland
In this unique dating experiment, Polish singles date, fall in love, and get engaged before ever meeting in person. Will their spark survive the reveal?
May 7
May 7
The Chestnut Man
Hide and Seek
After a woman goes missing, the Copenhagen police hunt a stalker who taunts victims with a chilling children’s rhyme. Based on the Søren Sveistrup novel Hide and Seek.
May 7
Legends
As drugs flood the streets of ’90s Britain, a team of civil servants is thrust undercover to topple the gangs behind it. Inspired by an untold true story.
May 7
My Dearest Assassin
A woman whose rare blood type puts a target on her back finds protection in the arms of the deadly assassin she loves — together, they fight to survive.
May 7
USA 94: Brazil's Return to Glory
This documentary revisits Brazil’s journey to the 1994 World Cup, featuring interviews and never-before-seen footage shot by the players themselves.
May 8
May 8
My Royal Nemesis
A Joseon-era villain doomed to die opens her eyes in modern-day Seoul — where a ruthless chaebol heir may be her last chance to rewrite her fate.
May 8
Remarkably Bright Creatures
A widow who works at a local aquarium finds joy again when she forms an unlikely bond with a giant Pacific octopus and a wayward young man who comes to town in search of family. Together, they will uncover a mystery that will lead them to a life-changing discovery and restore their sense of wonder. Based on the bestselling novel by Shelby Van Pelt.
May 8
Thank You, Next
Season 3
Pulling herself out of a harsh heartbreak, Leyla (Serenay Sankaya) must find the courage to untangle her emotions and decide who she truly wants to be in love and in life.
May 10
May 10
The Roast of Kevin Hart
LIVE on Netflix
Kevin Hart, comedic rock star and roast master, is confirmed to be roasted LIVE from The Kia Forum at Netflix is a Joke Fest in Los Angeles on May 11. Superstar comedian Shane Gillis is confirmed to host the evening.
May 11
May 11
Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris
Dreaming of buying a Dior gown, an irrepressible London house cleaner brightens the lives of those around her on a life-changing Parisian vacation.
May 11
Pop Culture Jeopardy!
Navigating questions in categories ranging from alternative rock and Avengers to Zendaya and Gen Z slang, players flex their pop culture prowess in this fresh take on the beloved trivia show.
May 12
May 12
Devil May Cry
Season 2
A war between worlds ignites as Dante (Johnny Yong Bosch) confronts his own devils and must battle the only force that mirrors his own: his estranged twin brother, Vergil (Robbie Daymond).
May 12
Marty, Life Is Short
Comedian and actor Martin Short looks back on a life fueled by joy in this documentary told through classic clips, fresh interviews, and star-studded, never-before-seen home movies.
May 12
Untold UK: Jamie Vardy
From part-time footballer to Premier League legend, this is the story of Jamie Vardy’s unprecedented path and his rise to the top against all odds.
May 13
May 13
Between Father and Son
When a successful lawyer visits her fiancé’s family home, she grows dangerously close to his troubled son amid buried tensions and ominous secrets.
May 13
The Bus: A French Football Mutiny
This documentary revisits the French football team’s controversial 2010 World Cup and the bus strike that sparked global headlines and national outrage.
May 13
Perfect Match
Season 4
More swaps. More sparks. More drama. Reality stars from Love Is Blind, Love Island, and more shake up the game, but who among them will find their perfect match?
May 13
Roosters
Season 2
The four pals are back as new men, determined to be better than ever — but as life gets messy, they start to wonder if the world is ready for them.
May 14
May 14
Nemesis
Nemesis is the story of two men on either side of the law, the tale of what happens when an unstoppable force (an expert criminal) meets an immovable object (a brilliant police detective). What starts as a crime series amped with thrilling life-or-death stakes and explosive action that dives deeper to explore family, marriage, and personal identity — the things that which drive us, sustain us, and ultimately destroy us.
May 14
Soul Mate
Haunted by guilt and doubt, Ryu (Isomura Hayato) flees Japan for Berlin and is saved by Korean boxer Johan (Ok Taec-yeon). Their chance encounter binds their destiny for years to come.
May 15
May 15
Berlin and the Lady with an Ermine
Hungry for a new heist, Berlin (Pedro Alonso) summons the gang to Seville and turns an ambitious duke into the victim of his own plan: to steal a Leonardo da Vincimasterpiece.
May 15
The Crash
A teen slams her car into a building, killing her boyfriend and his friend. What seems like a tragic accident becomes a murder case in this documentary.
May 15
The WONDERfools
A goofy group of townies stumbles into superpowers and fights rising evil as doomsday panic grows in this wild, turn-of-the-century action comedy.
May 16
May 16
Black Phone 2
Years after his abductor dies, Finn (Mason Thames) takes his sister to visit the campsite from her nightmares — where the Grabber (Ethan Hawke) menaces them from beyond the grave.
May 17
May 16
Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano
LIVE on Netflix
Ronda Rousey (12-2, 9 submissions, 3 KOs) is back to shake up the world of combat sports with her first fight in nearly a decade against fellow women’s MMA pioneer Gina Carano (7-1, 1 submission, 3 KOs). Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) and Netflix have also added a new clash of fan-favorite fighters to the blockbuster MMA card: Nate Diaz (22-13, 14 submissions, 4 KOs) will face Mike “Platinum” Perry (14-8, 11 KOs) in a five-round welterweight bout and heavyweight superstar Francis Ngannou (18–3, 4 submissions, 13 KOs) will face Brazil’s Philipe Lins (18–5, 4 submissions, 9 KOs). The historic fight night will take place on May 16 at Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, marking Netflix’s first-ever live MMA broadcast and MVP’s inaugural MMA event. The bout will be contested inside a hexagon cage and will stream live globally on Netflix at no additional cost to subscribers.
May 18
May 18
Abraham Lincoln
As the Civil War rages on, President Abraham Lincoln (Graham Sibley) must navigate a divided nation and a fractured cabinet to preserve the Union and end slavery.
May 18
FDR
Franklin D. Roosevelt (Christian McKay) rises to the presidency and leads the United States through the Great Depression and World War II in this docudrama.
May 18
Grant
Dramatic reenactments, expert commentary, and more tell the story of Ulysses S. Grant (Justin Salinger), who overcame incredible obstacles to lead the Union to victory.
May 18
The Great War
This documentary follows early US involvement in World War I, including General John J. Pershing's campaign and the experiences of African American soldiers.
May 18
Law & Order
Seasons 23-24
This combination police procedural and legal drama started it all, by painting an often-complicated portrait of America's criminal justice system.
May 18
Navy SEALs: America's Secret Warriors
Seasons 1-2
This documentary series offers a unique and in-depth look at the elite Navy SEALs, from their early days to their pivotal role in the war on terror.
May 18
Nope
Estranged siblings Em (Keke Palmer) and OJ (Daniel Kaluuya) encounter a strange entity lurking in the sky after they inherit the family horse ranch following their dad's sudden death.
May 18
Theodore Roosevelt
This documentary series traces the life of Theodore Roosevelt (Rufus Jones) from sickly child to Rough Rider and eventually, the US presidency, during which he decisively reforms US policies.
May 18
Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson (Devin E. Haqq) is the central figure in the story of American democracy and how, when this founding father became the primary author of the Declaration of Independence, he helped nspire a revolution of self-governance around the world.
May 18
Washington
An idealistic soldier turned folk hero leads a near-decade-long battle against the overwhelming might of the British military to forge a new nation.
May 19
May 19
Untold UK: Liverpool's Miracle of Istanbul
At halftime in the 2005 Champions League final, Liverpool were 3-0 down. What happened next made football history — as players recall in this documentary.
May 19
Wanda Sykes: Legacy
Wanda Sykes returns to her alma mater with a fearlessly funny takedown of everything from the state of the world to the cultural clash over washcloths.
May 20
May 20
Carizzma
Caro Pardíaco, bubbly influencer and full-time diva, has it all — until her 30th birthday looms and a creepy stalker threatens to kill … the vibe.
May 21
May 21
The Boroughs
In a seemingly perfect retirement community, a crew of unlikely heroes must stop an otherworldly threat from stealing the one thing they don’t have: time.
May 22
May 22
Ladies First
A ladies’ man finds his life upended when he wakes up in a parallel world dominated by women. With the rules of engagement changed, he goes head-to-head with a fiery female colleague in a playful satire about what happens when the script is flipped.
May 22
Mating Season
From the creators of Big Mouth comes this wildly raunchy adult animated comedy about love, sex, and relationships set in the animal world.
May 23
May 23
Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie
Gabby’s road trip to Cat Francisco turns into a magical rescue mission to save the dollhouse in this cinematic adventure full of sparkles and surprises.
May 26
May 26
Untold UK: Vinnie Jones
This is the story of Vinnie Jones’ rise, fall, and comeback against the odds — and red cards — as he goes from being one of football’s most notorious hard men to becoming an FA cup winner.
May 27
May 27
My 2 Cents
Zero (voiced by writer and director Zerocalcare) and Wild Boar (voiced by Valerio Mastandrea) run a small bar, but financial troubles and misunderstandings put them both under pressure — just as a figure from the past returns.
May 28
May 29
May 29
Calabasas Confidential
Fresh out of college, a tight-knit group of friends, exes, and rivals returns to hillside SoCal luxury and unfinished drama in this opulent reality series.
May 29
Rafa
In this documentary series, Rafael Nadal, one of the greatest tennis players of all time, reflects on his career, legacy, and final season on the court.
May 31
May 31
The Theory of Everything
Physicist Stephen Hawking (Eddie Redmayne) and his wife, Jane Wilde Hawking (Felicity Jones), struggle to balance his advancing illness and rising fame with her search for a purpose beyond marriage.
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