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New on Netflix in May 2026: Devil May Cry, The Boroughs, Perfect Match & More

  • Streaming Team
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May 2026 brings a packed lineup of new movies, returning shows, and trending originals on Netflix, with a mix of blockbuster films, fan-favorite series, and fresh releases across genres. From major new additions like Swapped and The Boroughs to returning hits like Devil May Cry Season 2 and Perfect Match Season 4, there’s something for every type of viewer this month.

Whether you’re looking for binge-worthy series, classic movies added to the library, or the latest trending titles, Netflix’s May 2026 schedule delivers a strong mix of drama, comedy, action, reality, and documentaries. Below, you’ll find the full release schedule along with the biggest highlights and what’s worth watching.

New on Netflix in May 2026 – Full Release Schedule

Release Date

Title

Type

Genre

May 1, 2026

Glory

Movie

Drama

May 1, 2026

My Dearest Señorita

Movie

Drama

May 1, 2026

Son-In-Law

Movie

Comedy

May 1, 2026

Swapped

Movie

Animation / Comedy

May 1, 2026

13 Going on 30

Movie

Romance / Comedy

May 1, 2026

48 Hrs.

Movie

Action / Comedy

May 1, 2026

Airport

Movie

Drama

May 1, 2026

Airport '77

Movie

Drama

May 1, 2026

Airport 1975

Movie

Drama

May 1, 2026

Bad News Bears

Movie

Comedy

May 1, 2026

The Boss

Movie

Comedy

May 1, 2026

The Breakfast Club

Movie

Drama

May 1, 2026

Burn After Reading

Movie

Comedy / Crime

May 1, 2026

Den of Thieves

Movie

Crime / Thriller

May 1, 2026

Domestic Disturbance

Movie

Thriller

May 1, 2026

Eat Pray Love

Movie

Drama / Romance

May 1, 2026

Fried Green Tomatoes

Movie

Drama

May 1, 2026

Green Book

Movie

Drama

May 1, 2026

Hitch

Movie

Romance / Comedy

May 1, 2026

Home

Movie

Animation / Family

May 1, 2026

Jennifer's Body

Movie

Horror / Comedy

May 1, 2026

Jumanji

Movie

Adventure / Fantasy

May 1, 2026

Jumping the Broom

Movie

Comedy / Drama

May 1, 2026

La Brea: Seasons 1–3

TV Show

Drama / Sci-Fi

May 1, 2026

The Land Before Time

Movie

Animation / Family

May 1, 2026

Meet the Parents

Movie

Comedy

May 1, 2026

Meet the Fockers

Movie

Comedy

May 1, 2026

Little Fockers

Movie

Comedy

May 1, 2026

National Lampoon's Animal House

Movie

Comedy

May 1, 2026

Ouija

Movie

Horror

May 1, 2026

Ouija: Origin of Evil

Movie

Horror

May 1, 2026

Pretty Woman

Movie

Romance

May 1, 2026

The Proposal

Movie

Romance / Comedy

May 1, 2026

Schindler's List

Movie

Historical / Drama

May 1, 2026

Starship Troopers

Movie

Sci-Fi / Action

May 1, 2026

Trainwreck

Movie

Comedy

May 1, 2026

Under the Skin

Movie

Sci-Fi / Drama

May 1, 2026

Veronica Mars

Movie

Mystery / Drama

May 1, 2026

Waterworld

Movie

Action / Adventure

May 4, 2026

Dr. Seuss's Horton!: Season 2

TV Show

Animation / Family

May 4, 2026

Funny AF with Kevin Hart

Comedy Special

Comedy

May 4, 2026

Lord of the Flies

TV Show

Drama

May 5, 2026

Funny AF with Kevin Hart

Comedy Special

Comedy

May 6, 2026

Countdown: Rousey vs. Carano

Documentary

Sports

May 6, 2026

Love is Blind Poland

TV Show

Reality

May 6, 2026

Worst Ex Ever: Season 2

TV Show

Reality / Crime

May 7, 2026

The Chestnut Man: Hide and Seek

TV Show

Crime / Thriller

May 7, 2026

Legends

TV Show

Drama

May 7, 2026

My Dearest Assassin

Movie

Action

May 7, 2026

USA 94: Brazil's Return to Glory

Documentary

Sports

May 10, 2026

The Roast of Kevin Hart

Comedy Special

Comedy

May 11, 2026

Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris

Movie

Drama / Comedy

May 11, 2026

Pop Culture Jeopardy!

TV Show

Game Show

May 12, 2026

Devil May Cry: Season 2

TV Show

Animation / Action

May 12, 2026

Marty, Life Is Short

Documentary

Biography

May 12, 2026

Untold UK: Jamie Vardy

Documentary

Sports

May 13, 2026

Between Father and Son

Movie

Drama

May 13, 2026

The Bus: A French Football Mutiny

Documentary

Sports

May 13, 2026

Perfect Match: Season 4

TV Show

Reality

May 13, 2026

Roosters: Season 2

TV Show

Comedy

May 14, 2026

Nemesis

Movie

Thriller

May 14, 2026

Soul Mate

Movie

Romance

May 15, 2026

Berlin and the Lady with an Ermine

Movie

Drama

May 15, 2026

The Crash

Movie

Thriller

May 15, 2026

The WONDERfools

Movie

Comedy

May 16, 2026

Black Phone 2

Movie

Horror

May 16, 2026

Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano

Documentary

Sports

May 18, 2026

Abraham Lincoln: Season 1

TV Show

History

May 18, 2026

FDR: Season 1

TV Show

History

May 18, 2026

Grant: Season 1

TV Show

History

May 18, 2026

The Great War

Documentary

History

May 18, 2026

Law and Order: Season 23–24

TV Show

Crime

May 18, 2026

Navy SEALs: America's Secret Warriors

TV Show

Documentary

May 18, 2026

Nope

Movie

Horror / Sci-Fi

May 18, 2026

Theodore Roosevelt: Season 1

TV Show

History

May 18, 2026

Thomas Jefferson: Season 1

TV Show

History

May 18, 2026

Washington: Season 1

TV Show

History

May 19, 2026

Untold UK: Liverpool's Miracle of Istanbul

Documentary

Sports

May 19, 2026

Wanda Sykes: Legacy

Comedy Special

Comedy

May 20, 2026

Carizzma

Movie

Drama

May 21, 2026

The Boroughs

TV Show

Sci-Fi

May 21, 2026

James.

Movie

Drama

May 22, 2026

Canada: Sprint Qualifying

Live Event

Sports

May 22, 2026

F1 Canadian Grand Prix: Practice 1

Live Event

Sports

May 22, 2026

Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie

Movie

Animation / Family

May 22, 2026

Ladies First

Movie

Comedy

May 22, 2026

Mating Season

Movie

Comedy

May 23, 2026

F1 Canadian Grand Prix: Qualifying

Live Event

Sports

May 23, 2026

F1 Canadian Grand Prix: Sprint

Live Event

Sports

May 24, 2026

F1 Canadian Grand Prix: Race

Live Event

Sports

May 26, 2026

Untold UK: Vinnie Jones

Documentary

Sports

May 27, 2026

A Good Girl's Guide to Murder: Season 2

TV Show

Crime / Mystery

May 27, 2026

My 2 Cents

TV Show

Talk Show

May 27, 2026

Room to Move

Movie

Drama

May 28, 2026

Dead Man's Wire

Movie

Thriller

May 28, 2026

The Four Seasons: Season 2

TV Show

Drama

May 28, 2026

Murder Mindfully: Season 2

TV Show

Crime

May 30, 2026

K-Pops!

Movie

Music

May 31, 2026

AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to Eddie Murphy

Special

Entertainment

May 31, 2026

The Theory of Everything

Movie

Drama / Biography

⭐ Popular & Trending on Netflix in May 2026


May is led by a mix of new originals and returning hit series that are already generating buzz.


Devil May Cry: Season 2

  • Devil May Cry: Season 2 returns as one of Netflix’s biggest anime-style action series, continuing Dante’s story with higher stakes and intense battles.



The Boroughs 

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  • The Boroughs stands out as a major new sci-fi series from the producers behind Stranger Things, making it one of the most talked-about releases this month.


  • Perfect Match: Season 4 continues to dominate Netflix’s reality lineup, bringing more drama, relationships, and viral moments.


  • The Four Seasons: Season 2 returns with strong audience anticipation after a successful first season.


  • Swapped emerges as a fresh animated comedy pick, appealing to a wide audience looking for lighter content.


Alongside these, Netflix is also boosting its catalog with well-known films like The Theory of Everything, Green Book, and Schindler’s List, adding even more value for viewers this month. Netflix’s May 2026 lineup offers a strong balance of new originals, returning favorites, and classic movie additions, making it one of the more diverse months on the platform this year. Whether you’re planning a weekend binge or just looking for something new to watch, there’s no shortage of options across every genre.

Stay tuned for updates as more titles are announced, and don’t forget to explore what’s coming next on Netflix in June 2026.

Platform Links


  • Don’t miss what’s new on Hulu in May 2026.

  • Discover all new releases on HBO Max in May 2026.

  • Start streaming the latest on Apple TV+ in May 2026.

  • See everything coming to Disney+ in May 2026.


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