Rotten Tomatoes Reveals Most Anticipated TV Shows of May 2026

Rotten Tomatoes has unveiled a list of the most anticipated TV and streaming shows set to debut in May 2026, as determined by user votes. The list features a blend of new series and returning favorites across various platforms.

Topping the list is ‘Spider-Noir: Season 1’, which is set to premiere on May 25, 2026, on Prime Video and MGM+. This live-action Spider-Verse tale takes place in a darker rendition of 1930s New York, with Nicolas Cage portraying Ben Reilly. The series follows an older, more jaded version of the hero navigating a gritty world.

In second place is ‘Rick and Morty: Season 9’, which will arrive on May 24, 2026, on Adult Swim. The beloved animated series returns with more chaotic and bizarre adventures featuring the iconic duo, Rick and Morty.

Coming in third is ‘Lord of the Flies: Limited Series’, which is set to premiere on May 4, 2026, on Netflix. This new adaptation of William Golding’s classic novel has already garnered positive reviews, with critics calling it “influential, hypnotic, and witty.”

Ranked fourth is ‘Dutton Ranch: Season 1’, debuting on May 15, 2026, on Paramount+. This series expands the Yellowstone universe, focusing on Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler as they attempt to start anew on a ranch in Texas, leaving their past behind.

Finally, at number five is ‘The Four Seasons: Season 2’, arriving on May 28, 2026, on Netflix. This dramedy, co-created and starring Tina Fey, continues to explore the lives of a group of friends and their complex relationships during various vacation trips. The first season focused on their evolving dynamics over four seasonal getaways following the announcement of one couple’s separation.

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