Netflix is coming in hot this May with a stacked lineup of documentaries, dramas, comedies, and thrillers that’ll have you glued to the screen all month long.

Whether you’re here for scandalous secrets, long-time friendships, shocking crimes, or reality dating chaos—you’ll find something worth hitting “Play” on.

Let’s dive into some of the buzziest new releases heading your way.

🎭 Drama, Friendship & Secrets

The Four Seasons – May 6

Tina Fey. Steve Carell. Will Forte. That alone should sell it. But The Four Seasons is more than just a reunion of comedy greats—it’s a heartfelt, hilarious look at friendship, marriage, and the kind of tea that only gets spilled on vacation.

Forever – May 8

Judy Blume’s iconic YA novel gets a modern, Black teen love story twist in this reimagined adaptation from Mara Brock Akil. Set in 2018 Los Angeles, Forever is a coming-of-age romance that gets real about first love and self-discovery.

Sirens – May 22

Get ready for secrets, seduction, and power plays. When a sister suspects something very off about her sibling’s glamorous new boss, she heads to a remote island to intervene. What unfolds? One explosive weekend of mind games, luxury, and manipulation.

A Widow’s Game – May 30

True crime fans, get into this Spanish thriller based on a real case. When a man is found stabbed seven times, suspicion turns to his sweet, young widow. Is she grieving… or is she gaming?

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🏀 Docs That Hit Hard (Literally)

Untold: Shooting Guards – May 6

What really went down in that NBA locker room when guns were drawn? This jaw-dropping doc gives Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton the mic to unpack the incident that derailed their careers and changed their lives forever.

Untold: The Liver King – May 13

From raw liver to raw truth—this doc pulls back the curtain on the internet’s most primal influencer and the steroid scandal that shook his empire.

Untold: The Fall of Favre – May 20

Hall of Famer Brett Favre had the trophies, the fame—and the scandals. This latest installment of Untold isn’t pulling punches.

💔 Love, Lies & Real-Life Shockers

A Deadly American Marriage – May 9

A “perfect” life. A horrifying murder. This true-crime doc follows Jason Corbett’s wife and kids as they reveal what really happened behind closed doors.

Cold Case: The Tylenol Murders – May 26

In 1982, poisoned Tylenol capsules sparked national panic. This chilling three-part series reopens the case that forever changed how we trust everyday products.

🎤 Music Icons & Culture Shapers

Karol G: Tomorrow Was Beautiful – May 8

Watch how Karol G broke barriers, made history, and shut down every critic who ever said she couldn’t. This inspiring doc shows just how much heart it takes to become a Bichota.

Vini Jr. – May 15

Soccer fans, rejoice. Get an inside look at the rise of Brazilian star Vini Jr.—on and off the field.

💥 Animated Chaos, Sci-Fi & Finale Feels

Love, Death & Robots (Season 4) – May 15

Wild, weird, and always mind-blowing. Volume 4 promises more of the gorgeous animation and genre-bending madness fans love.

Big Mouth (Season 8) – May 23

The hormone monsters are back one last time. This final season dives deep into teen drama, awkward growth spurts, cancel culture, and (gasp) adulthood.

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🍝 Food, Family & Grandma’s Secret Recipes

Nonnas – May 9

After losing his mom, a man finds healing by launching a restaurant run by—you guessed it—Italian grandmothers. Wholesome, heartwarming, and full of flavor.

🛏️ Reality Gets Messy

Six singles. Their sneaky links. One motel. Hosted by Chloe Veitch (Too Hot to Handle), this dating show is steamy, messy, and realer than your last situationship.

✈️ Sky-High Stakes & Dangerous Dreams

Air Force Elite: Thunderbirds – May 23

From Barack and Michelle Obama’s production company comes this gripping doc that takes you inside the U.S. Air Force’s iconic aerobatic team. Adrenaline junkies, this one’s for you.

🩸 Shady Crimes & Bloody Prom Nights

Fred and Rose West: A British Horror Story – May 14

One of the UK’s most notorious serial killer couples gets a deep-dive doc series that will send chills straight down your spine.

Fear Street: Prom Queen – May 23

The Fear Street franchise is back and bloodier than ever. Prom night turns into a slasher showdown when mean girls start dropping like flies. Think Carrie, but with way more carnage.

🧠 Dark Humor & Twisted Fantasies

Bad Thoughts – May 13

Comedian Tom Segura is taking you down the rabbit hole of his mind in Bad Thoughts, a six-episode dark comedy series that turns unfiltered fantasies into full-blown cinematic chaos. From the deeply awkward to the straight-up absurd, it’s bold, it’s offbeat, and it’s definitely not your average sitcom. Prepare to laugh—and maybe question your own intrusive thoughts.

📅 Mark Your Calendar: Netflix’s May 2025 Drop Dates

  • May 6: The Four Seasons, Untold: Shooting Guards
  • May 7: Full Speed (S2)
  • May 8: Karol G: Tomorrow Was Beautiful, Forever
  • May 9: A Deadly American Marriage, Nonnas
  • May 13: Untold: The Liver King, Bad Thoughts
  • May 14: Fred and Rose West: A British Horror Story
  • May 15: Love, Death & Robots (S4), Vini Jr., Bet
  • May 20: Untold: The Fall of Favre
  • May 21: Sneaky Links: Dating After Dark
  • May 22: Tyler Perry’s She The People (Part 1), Sirens
  • May 23: Air Force Elite: Thunderbirds, Fear Street: Prom Queen, Big Mouth (S8)
  • May 26: Cold Case: The Tylenol Murders
  • May 30: A Widow’s Game

So… what’s going in your queue first? Let me know which new Netflix release you’re most hyped to watch! 🎬💬

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