What’s Coming to Netflix in May 2025: New Releases and Fan Favorites

Netflix is adding a lot of exciting new content in May 2025. From animated films to new original shows, there’s something for everyone. Highlights include the Oscar-nominated animated film The Wild Robot, the follow-up to Fear Street called Prom Queen, and the final season of Big Mouth.

Fans can also look forward to the new limited series Sirens starring Julianne Moore and Kevin Bacon, plus the fourth volume of Love, Death and Robots, with 10 brand-new stories. Let’s take a look at what’s coming to Netflix next month!

May 1

“Angi: Fake Life, True Crime” (Netflix Original)

Ana Páez, a 35-year-old fashion designer, was found dead in a tourist apartment in Barcelona on February 19, 2008. She was naked with a plastic bag over her head, leading police to initially suspect a sexual crime or a sadistic game gone wrong.

The case, known as “The Almost Perfect Crime,” is explored in a documentary miniseries that reveals the involvement of María Ángeles Molina (“Angi”) and her connection to her late husband, Juan Antonio Álvarez Litben, who died unexpectedly in 1996.

“The Biggest Fan” (Netflix Original)

The Biggest Fan (2025) is a 1-hour and 31-minute film starring Kate del Castillo. The story follows Lana Cruz, a disgraced actress who has been canceled by Hollywood. She returns to Mexico to work in a film and prove she’s still a star, but she faces an unexpected challenge in Polly, her biggest fan and worst nightmare.

Directed by Maria Torres, the film also stars Diana Bovio and Gabriel Nuncio.

“The Four Seasons” Season 1 (Netflix Original)

The show follows three suburban couples who vacation together each season. Tensions build when one couple splits up, and the husband brings a much younger woman on their trips. Created by Tina Fey, Lang Fisher, and Tracey Wigfield, the series stars Steve Carell, Will Forte, and Colman Domingo.

• “Ali”
• “Airport”
• “Airport 1975”
• “Airport ’77”
• “American Gangster”
• “American Graffiti”
• “Burn After Reading”
• “Constantine”
• “Crazy, Stupid, Love.”
• “Dawn of the Dead”
• “Eat Pray Love”
• “The Equalizer 2”
• “Hanna”
• “Home”
• “Mid90s”
• “Ocean’s Eleven”
• “Ocean’s Twelve”
• “Ocean’s Thirteen”
• “Past Lives”
• “Paul”
• “The Paper Tigers”
• “The Sugarland Express”
• “Sisters”
• “Starship Troopers”
• “The Cliche”
• “The Jerk”
• “The Lego Movie”
• “The Mule”
• “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn — Part 1”
• “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn — Part 2”
• “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse”
• “The Twilight Saga: New Moon”
• “Trainwreck”
• “Trolls”
• “Twilight”
• “Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit”
• “Why I Dressed Up For Love”

May 2

• “Bad Boy” (Season 1)
• “Peninsula”
• “Train to Busan”
• “Unseen” Season 2

May 4

“Conan O’Brien: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor” (Netflix Original)

This 1-hour and 26-minute special celebrates Conan O’Brien’s receipt of the 26th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at the Kennedy Center on March 23, 2025. The event features tributes from comedy icons like Stephen Colbert, John Mulaney, and Will Ferrell, who honor O’Brien’s four-decade career in comedy.

May 5

“Britain and the Blitz” (Netflix Original)

Britain and the Blitz (2025) is a 77-minute documentary that delves into the harrowing period of World War II known as the Blitz, when Germany launched extensive bombing campaigns over Britain.

“Mighty Monsterwheelies” Season 2 (Netflix Original)

Mighty MonsterWheelies is a CGI-animated preschool adventure series that premiered on Netflix on October 14, 2024. Set in the all-vehicle town of Motorvania, the show reimagines classic monster characters as half-monster, half-rescue vehicle heroes. The team includes Bolts Frankenstein (a firetruck), Sonnie Dracula (a helicopter), Sweeps Wolfman (a street sweeper), Wraps Stretcher (an ambulance), Gill E. Creature (a tow truck), and Axyl Bride (a motorcycle).

Together, they tackle various challenges to protect their community, such as fires, floods, and meteors, while promoting teamwork, problem-solving, and inclusivity. ​

May 6

“Untold: Shooting Guards” (Netflix Original)

Untold: Shooting Guards is a 2025 Netflix documentary that delves into the infamous 2009 incident involving NBA players Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton. The film explores how a gambling dispute escalated into a locker room confrontation where guns were drawn, leading to significant consequences for both players.

Through firsthand accounts, the documentary sheds light on the events that had a life-altering impact on both men and ultimately led Crittenton down a dark and tragic path. ​

• “The Devil’s Plan” Season 2 (Netflix Original)

May 7

• “Fun Speed” Season 2

“Last Bullet/Lost Bullet 3” (Netflix Original)

Balle perdue 3 (also known as Lost Bullet 3 or Last Bullet) is the final installment in the French action-thriller trilogy directed by Guillaume Pierret. Set in southern France, it follows Lino (Alban Lenoir), a skilled mechanic and getaway driver, as he seeks justice for the murder of his brother and mentor, Charas.

The film features intense car chases, hand-to-hand combat, and practical stunts, continuing the high-octane action of the previous films. The movie will be available for streaming on Netflix starting May 7, 2025.

May 8

• “Blood of Zeus” Season 3 (Netflix Original)
• “Heart Eyes”
• “The Haunted Apartment ‘Miss K’”

“Forever” Season 1 (Netflix Original)

Forever is an upcoming Netflix drama series premiering on May 8, 2025. A modern adaptation of Judy Blume’s 1975 novel, the show reimagines the classic tale of first love through the lens of two Black teenagers in 2018 Los Angeles.​

The story follows Keisha Clark (Lovie Simone), a confident and ambitious track star, and Justin Edwards (Michael Cooper Jr.), a thoughtful basketball player. Reuniting as teens, they embark on a deep and transformative romance, navigating the complexities of young love, identity, and personal aspirations. Their relationship challenges them to reconcile their dreams with the realities of first love, set against the vibrant backdrop of Los Angeles. ​

May 9

• “A Deadly American Marriage” (Netflix Original)
• “Bad Influence” (Netflix Original)
• “Nonnas” (Netflix Original)
• “Too Hot to Handle: Italy” Season 1 (Netflix Original)
• “The Royals” Season 1 (Netflix Original)

May 11

• “ABBA: Against the Odds”

May 12

• “Tastefully Yours” Season 1 (Netflix Original)

May 13

• “All American” Season 7

“Bad Thoughts” Season 1 (Netflix Original)

Bad Thoughts is a dark comedy series created by comedian Tom Segura, set to premiere on Netflix on May 13, 2025. The show features a collection of six episodes, each presenting a self-contained vignette that delves into absurd and unsettling scenarios, challenging societal norms and human behavior.

Segura stars in various roles, bringing his signature unfiltered humor to the series. The series is directed by Rami Hachache, Jeremy Konner, and Segura himself, with Konner also serving as a writer.

“Untold: The Liver King” (Netflix Original)

Untold: The Liver King is a documentary film that delves into the rise and fall of Brian Johnson, known online as the Liver King. Premiering on Netflix on May 13, 2025, the film is part of the Untold series, which explores compelling stories from the world of sports and culture.​

May 14

• “American Manhunt: Osama bin Laden” Season 1 (Netflix Original)
• “Fred and Rose West: A British Horror Story” (Netflix Original)
• “Garbo: Where Did You Go?”
• “Married at First Sight” Season 17
• “Smile”

“Snakes and Ladders” Season 1 (Netflix Original)

Snakes and Ladders (2025) is a TV series about a teacher at a prestigious school who gets caught in a conflict between two students. What seems like a simple dispute turns into a life-changing event for the teacher. The show explores themes of ambition, power, and glory.

May 15

“Bet” Season 1 (Netflix Original)

Bet (2025) is a TV series about a transfer student from Japan who shakes up the power dynamics at a boarding school with her gambling skills. She challenges the Student Council and seeks revenge, threatening to change the entire system.

• “Franklin” Season 1 (Netflix Original)
• “Love, Death & Robots” Volume 4 (Netflix Original)
• “Pernille” Season 5 (Netflix Original)
• “Secrets We Keep” (Netflix Original)
• “Thank You, Next” Season 2 (Netflix Original)
• “The Reserve” (Netflix Original)
• “Vini Jr.” (Netflix Original)

May 16

“Dear Hongrang” Season 1 (Netflix Original)

Dear Hongrang (2025) is a mystery romance TV series about Jae-i, who embarks on a journey to find her brother. Along the way, she discovers more about herself, her family’s dark secrets, and the dangers of the Joseon era.

• “Football Parents” Season 1 (Netflix Original)
• “Instant Family”
• “Rotten Legacy” Season 1 (Netflix Original)
• “The Quilters” (Netflix Original)
• “Where Hope Grows”

May 20

• “Sarah Silverman: Postmortem” (Netflix Original)
• “Untold: The Fall of Favre” (Netflix Original)

May 21

• “Poor” Season 1 (Netflix Original)
• “Real Men” Season 1 (Netflix Original)
• “Sneaky Links: Dating After Dark” Season 1 (Netflix Original)
• “The UnXplained with William Shatner” Season 6

May 22

• “She The People” Season 1 — Part 1 (Netflix Original)

“Sirens” (Netflix Original)

Sirens (2025) is a mini-series about Devon, who becomes worried about her sister’s unhealthy relationship with her new boss. The show explores the impact of this troubling connection.

May 23

• “Air Force Elite: Thunderbirds” (Netflix Original)
• “Big Mouth” Season 8 (Netflix Original)
• “Fear Street: Prom Queen” (Netflix Original)
• “Forget You Not” Season 1 (Netflix Original)
• “Off Track 2” (Netflix Original)

May 24

“Our Unwritten Soul” Season 1 (Netflix Original)

Our Unwritten Soul is an upcoming South Korean drama series set to premiere on Netflix on May 24, 2025. The show stars Park Bo-young in a dual role as twin sisters Yoo Mi-Ji and Yoo Mi-Rae, who lead vastly different lives. Yoo Mi-Ji is a rebellious young woman living in the countryside, while her twin sister, Yoo Mi-Rae, is a steadfast individual navigating life’s challenges in Seoul.

Their lives take a turn when they decide to switch identities, leading to a journey of self-discovery, love, and the exploration of ambition, power, and glory.

• “The Wild Robot”

May 26

• “CoComelon” Season 13 (Netflix Original)
• “Cold Case: The Tylenol Murders” (Netflix Original)
• “Mike Birbiglia: The Good Life” (Netflix Original)

May 27

• “Better Late Than Single” (Netflix Original)

May 28

• “F1: The Academy” Season 1 (Netflix Original)

May 29

• “Dept. Q” Season 1 (Netflix Original)
• “Losmen Bu Broto: The Series” Season 1 (Netflix Original)

May 30

• “A Widow’s Game” (Netflix Original)
• “Lost in Starlight” (Netflix Original)
• “The Heart Knows” (Netflix Original)

May 31

• “Netflix Tudum 2025” (Live)

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