Top Streaming Picks for May 2025 on Netflix, HBO Max, Hulu, Disney+, and More
Streaming options for May 2025 are here, and there’s a lot to look forward to on platforms like Netflix, Max, Hulu, Disney+, and more. If you’re trying to stick to a budget while still enjoying great content, you’re in luck. Experts predict that as inflation and tariffs start affecting our wallets, streaming services will remain a budget-friendly option for entertainment at home.
As some popular shows like “The Last of Us,” “Hacks,” and “Andor” wrap up their seasons, we have new premieres to look forward to in May. Peacock’s “Poker Face” Season 2, Netflix’s “The Four Seasons,” and Apple’s “Murderbot” are just a few of the exciting offerings coming our way.
If you’re strategic about which services you subscribe to each month, you can keep your streaming budget around $50. Remember, your billing cycle starts when you sign up, not necessarily at the beginning of the month, so plan accordingly.
Let’s take a closer look at what’s in store for May 2025 on some of the top streaming platforms:
Max ($9.99 a month with ads, $16.99 with no ads, or $20.99 ‘Ultimate’ with no ads) has been a consistently good choice for streaming, and May is no exception. The third season of the captivating surfing docuseries “100 Foot Wave” premieres on May 1, following big-wave surfer Garrett McNamara and his team as they tackle new adventures.
On May 8, the second season of the comedy travelogue “The Four Seasons” debuts, taking viewers on a journey to Spain, New Zealand, and Austria. “Falkland” arrives on May 15, a 1970s crime drama from J.J. Abrams, and “And Just Like That…” Season 3 drops on May 29, reuniting fans with Carrie, Miranda, and Charlotte, along with some new faces.
Other highlights on Max include “Mountainhead” (May 31), a satire film from the creator of “Succession,” and the two-part documentary “The Heart Within” (May 23), featuring an intimate interview with Paul Reubens. Plus, don’t miss out on new episodes of “Last Week Tonight with John Oliver” and the series finales of “The Righteous Gemstones” and “The Last of Us.”
With so much to watch on Max this May, it’s definitely a streaming service worth considering if you’re looking for quality content without breaking the bank.
