What’s Coming to Netflix in May 2026?

Wondering what’s coming to Netflix in May 2026? Well, whether you are looking for high-stakes competition or a star-studded tribute to comedy royalty, the schedule for the 5th month of this year is jam-packed with must-watch content.

May 2026 kicks off with a massive double-header on 5 May, featuring the debut of Funny AF with Kevin Hart, where the comedy mogul hunts for the next big stand-up star, alongside the return of the chaotic dating strategy series Perfect Match Season 4.

Rounding out the month on 31 May, the streaming giant celebrates a cultural icon with the AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to Eddie Murphy.

Check out the highlights below for a closer look at these titles and everything else heading to your screens.

What’s Coming to Netflix in May 2026?

Netflix Comedy Specials

19 May 2026

Wanda Sykes: Legacy

Wanda Sykes returns to her alma mater with a fearlessly funny takedown of everything from the state of the world to the cultural clash over washcloths.

31 May 2026

AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to Eddie Murphy

The 51st AFI Life Achievement Award honors one of the most influential figures in film, celebrating a career that has redefined comedy and left a lasting impact on global audiences. This special features an all-star lineup of collaborators and friends paying tribute to a true cinematic trailblazer.

Netflix Documentaries

6 May 2026

Countdown: Rousey vs. Carano

Hit training camp with MMA legends Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano before they return to the cage for their must-see fight years in the making.

7 May 2026

USA 94: Brazil’s Return to Glory

This documentary revisits Brazil’s journey to the 1994 World Cup, featuring interviews and never-before-seen footage shot by the players themselves.

12 May 2026

Untold UK: Jamie Vardy

From part-time footballer to Premier League legend, this is the story of Jamie Vardy’s unprecedented path and his rise to the top against all odds.

Check out the trailer for the doccie below:

12 May 2026

Marty, Life Is Short

Martin Short looks back on a life fueled by joy in this documentary featuring classic clips, fresh interviews, and star-studded home movies.

Check out the trailer for the documentary below:

13 May 2026

The Bus: A French Football Mutiny

This documentary revisits the French football team’s controversial 2010 World Cup and the bus strike that sparked global headlines and national outrage.

15 May 2026

The Crash

A teen slams her car into a building, killing her boyfriend and his friend. What seems like a tragic accident becomes a murder case in this documentary.

19 May 2026

Untold UK: Liverpool’s Miracle of Istanbul

At half-time in the 2005 Champions League final, Liverpool were 3-0 down. What happened next made football history, as recalled by the players in this documentary.

21 May 2026

James.

James Rodríguez, Colombia’s iconic No.10, shares exclusive insights on his rise to fame, scandals, and hopes for his team in this documentary series.

26 May 2026

Untold UK: Vinnie Jones

This is the story of Vinnie Jones’ rise, fall, and comeback—from one of football’s most notorious hard men to FA Cup winner.

29 May 2026

Rafa

In this documentary series, one of the greatest tennis players of all time, Rafael Nadal, reflects on his career, legacy, and final season on the court.

Netflix Films

1 May 2026

My Dearest Señorita

A young woman from a traditional family learns she’s intersex, sparking a journey of self-discovery, gender identity, and love found in unexpected places.

Check out the trailer for the film below:

1 May 2026

Son-in-law

José Sánchez becomes a feared political operator after a rough patch, but this time neither his memorable mustache nor his sharp tongue will be enough.

7 May 2026

My Dearest Assassin

A woman whose rare blood type puts a target on her back finds protection in the arms of the deadly assassin she loves as they fight to survive.

8 May 2026

Remarkably Bright Creatures

While working nights at a small-town aquarium, a widow bonds with a clever octopus and an adrift young man in this moving drama based on the bestseller.

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22 May 2026

Ladies First

A ladies’ man finds his life upended when he wakes up in a parallel world dominated by women in this playful satire about what happens when the script is flipped.

Netflix Kids & Family Film

1 May 2026

Swapped

A tiny woodland creature and a majestic bird suddenly swap bodies, forcing them to team up to survive the wildest adventure of their lives.

Netflix Kids & Family Series

4 May 2026

Dr. Seuss’s Horton!: Season 2

Whether hunting for treasure or crossing a mud pit, Horton and Samson will solve any problem—and never quit.

Netflix Live Events

5 May 2026

Funny AF with Kevin Hart

Kevin Hart travels the country with the help of comedy legends to find the next stand-up superstar, with the winner crowned live by a real-time vote.

Check out the trailer for the Live Event below:

11 May 2026

The Roast of Kevin Hart

Comedic rockstar Kevin Hart is roasted live from The Kia Forum at Netflix Is A Joke Fest in Los Angeles, with Shane Gillis confirmed to host.

17 May 2026

Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano

Legendary MMA trailblazers Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano return to the cage for a highly anticipated super fight from Most Valuable Promotions.

Netflix Series

1 May 2026

Glory

In a small-town boxing hub, two brothers investigate a shocking murder while navigating a troubled reunion with their father, a renowned coach.

6 May 2026

Love is Blind Poland

In this unique dating experiment, Polish singles date, fall in love, and get engaged before ever meeting in person.

6 May 2026

Worst Ex Ever Season 2

From murderous vendettas to violent kidnappings, these real-life accounts of abuse capture what happens when love takes a nightmarish turn.

7 May 2026

Legends

As drugs flood the streets of ’90s Britain, a team of civil servants is thrust undercover to topple the gangs behind it.

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7 May 2026

The Chestnut Man: Hide and Seek

After a woman goes missing, the Copenhagen police hunt a stalker who taunts victims with a chilling children’s rhyme. Based on the novel Hide and Seek.

8 May 2026

My Royal Nemesis

A Joseon-era villain doomed to die opens her eyes in modern-day Seoul, where a ruthless chaebol heir may be her last chance to rewrite her fate.

Check out the trailer for the series below:

8 May 2026

Thank You, Next Season 3

Pulling herself out of a harsh heartbreak, Leyla must find the courage to untangle her emotions and decide who she truly wants to be.

11 May 2026

Pop Culture Jeopardy!

From alternative rock and Avengers to Gen Z slang, players flex their pop culture prowess in this fresh take on the beloved trivia show.

12 May 2026

Devil May Cry Season 2

A war between worlds ignites as Dante confronts his own devils and must battle the only force that mirrors his own: his estranged twin brother, Vergil.

Check out the trailer for Season 2 below:

13 May 2026

Perfect Match Season 4

Reality stars from Love Is Blind, Love Island, and more shake up the game to find their perfect match.

13 May 2026

Between Father and Son

In just a few suspenseful minutes, a lawyer’s world tilts as her visit to her fiancé’s family estate ignites an irresistible bond with her future stepson.

13 May 2026

Roosters Season 2

The four pals are back as new men, determined to be better than ever – but as life gets messy, they start to wonder if the world is ready for them.

14 May 2026

Nemenis

A relentless LAPD cop becomes obsessed with taking down the master thief behind a string of daring heists.

14 May 2026

Soul Mate

Haunted by guilt and doubt, Ryu flees Japan for Berlin and is saved by Korean boxer Johan, sparking an encounter that binds their destiny.

15 May 2026

Berlin and the Lady with an Ermine

In a seemingly perfect retirement community, a crew of unlikely heroes must stop an otherworldly threat from stealing the one thing they don’t have: time.

Check out the trailer for the series below:

15 May 2026

The WONDERfools

A goofy group of townies stumbles into superpowers and fights rising evil as doomsday panic grows in this wild action comedy.

20 May 2026

Carizzma

Bubbly influencer and full-time diva Caro Pardíaco falls into the trap of romantic love in the midst of a midlife crisis at 30.

21 May 2026

The Boroughs

In a retirement community, unlikely heroes must stop an otherworldly threat from stealing time in this supernatural mystery.

22 May 2026

Mating Season

From the creators of Big Mouth comes this wildly raunchy adult animated comedy about love, sex, and relationships set in the animal world.

27 May 2026

My 2 Cents

Zero and Wild Boar run a small bar, but financial troubles and a figure from the past put them both under pressure.

27 May 2026

A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder Season 2

On the heels of cracking a cold case, Pip now awaits the trial, but a missing friend compels her to solve another mystery.

28 May 2026

The Four Seasons Season 2

The friends reunite for four new seasonal get-togethers as they process loss and embrace the reinventions of middle age.

28 May 2026

Murder Mindfully Season 2

Björn Diemel is back and more mindful than ever, but staying calm while running a mafia clan is proving to be a challenge.

29 May 2026

Brazil ’70: The Third Star

In 1970, the Brazilian national team took the field with big dreams to become the first three-time World Cup champion.

29 May 2026

Calabasas Confidential

A tight-knit group of friends, exes, and rivals returns to hillside SoCal luxury and unfinished drama in this opulent reality series.

Well, there you have it, everything that’s coming to Netflix in May 2026. Which one of these titles are you looking forward to the most? Leave a comment below and let me know.

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