What's Streaming on Netflix in May 2026
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April 30, 2026
Netflix continues to deliver a broad, ever-evolving mix of originals and fan-favourite additions, balancing big-budget spectacle with intimate, character-driven storytelling. Each month brings a fresh wave of series, films and documentaries designed to spark conversation and cater to every kind of viewer — from gripping dramas and high-concept thrillers to light-hearted comedies and must-watch reality. Whether you're dipping into a returning hit or discovering something new, Netflix’s May line-up offers plenty of reasons to queue up your next watch.
Swapped
Film - May 1
A buddy comedy about a small woodland creature (voiced by Academy Award-winning Michael B. Jordan) and a majestic bird (voiced by Juno Temple)—natural sworn enemies of The Valley—who suddenly swap bodies and must team up (while walking in each other’s feathers and fur) to survive the wildest adventure of their lives.
Legends
Series - May 7
In the early 1990s, Her Majesty’s Customs and Excise was losing its battle with illegal drug smuggling across Britain’s borders. The solution was extraordinary. In a top-secret operation, a small team of Customs employees were sent undercover. Their task - to infiltrate Britain’s most dangerous drug gangs.
Remarkably Bright Creatures
Film - May 8
Through unlikely bonds formed during night shifts at a local aquarium, Tova, an elderly widow, learns of a life-changing discovery that may bring her joy and wonder once again.
Nemesis
Series - May 14
Nemesis is the story of two men on either side of the law, the tale of what happens when an unstoppable force (an expert criminal) meets an immovable object (a brilliant police detective). What starts as a series that aims to subvert the heist genre at every turn, amped with thrilling life-or-death stakes, family dynamics and explosive action, actually gives birth to an exploration of what drives us, sustains us, and ultimately destroys us.
The Boroughs
Series - May 21
In the sun-drenched expanse of the New Mexico desert lies The Boroughs, a picturesque retirement community promising its residents the time of their lives. But for new arrival Sam Cooper, paradise feels more like a prison. Everything changes when a terrifying nighttime encounter reveals that something monstrous is stalking the manicured cul-de-sacs. Dismissed by the powers that be as just another confused old man, Sam finds unlikely allies in a band of neighborhood misfits: a sharp-witted former journalist, a spiritual seeker, a cynical music manager, and a brilliant doctor running out of options. Overlooked and underestimated, these unlikely heroes must band together to unravel the dark truth at the heart of The Boroughs before their time runs out.
Ladies First
Film - May 22
Damien Sachs (Sacha Baron Cohen) seemingly has it all: money, power, and a never ending stream of casual flings. As he prepares to ascend to the role of CEO at a leading advertising agency, his life is turned upside down when he wakes up in his worst nightmare: a parallel world dominated by women. Where he once ruled the boardroom, he now finds himself humbled and going head-to-head with the newly fierce and fearless Alex Fox (Rosamund Pike). With the rules of engagement changed and Alex at the top of her game, the two boldly battle it out in a playful and satirical comedy about what happens when the script is flipped.
That’s a taste of what's landing on Netflix this month. Whether you’re catching up on buzzy new originals, revisiting familiar favourites, or diving into something completely new, there’s plenty to add to your watchlist. Let us know what you’ll be watching, and stay tuned for more streaming recommendations and reviews soon.