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

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 returns as one of Netflix’s biggest anime-style action series, continuing Dante’s story with higher stakes and intense battles.

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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.

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