New on Netflix May 2026: Latest Releases and Updates

Exciting times are ahead for Netflix viewers in May, with a lineup of new documentaries, movies, mysteries, and reality series to keep us entertained. Get ready to dive into the life and career of comedy legend Martin Short in Marty, Life Is Short, and witness the TV adaptation of classics like Remarkably Bright Creatures and Lord of the Flies. If reality TV is more your style, Season 4 of Perfect Match will feature stars from hit shows like Love Is Blind and Love Island trying to find their perfect match all over again.

Starting off the month, we have some awesome releases to look forward to. On May 4, the long-awaited TV adaptation of Lord of the Flies will finally hit our screens, followed by Sally Field leading Remarkably Bright Creatures on May 8. Love Is Blind fans can also catch a glimpse of the dating scene in Poland, as singles try to find their match.

For fans of documentaries, Netflix will be releasing new installments of its Untold series, starting with the story of U.K. football player Jamie Vardy. And later in the month, get ready for The Boroughs, a supernatural mystery series set in a retirement community from the creators of Stranger Things.

Here’s a preview of all the original series and movies coming to Netflix in May:

May 1:
– Glory
– My Dearest Señorita
– Son-In-Law
– Swapped

May 4:
– Dr. Seuss’ Horton!: Season 2
– Funny AF with Kevin Hart
– Lord of the Flies

May 6:
– Countdown: Rousey vs. Carano
– Love Is Blind Poland
– Worst Ex Ever: Season 2

May 7:
– The Chestnut Man: Hide and Seek
– Legends
– My Dearest Assassin
– USA 94: Brazil’s Return to Glory

And the list goes on, with exciting releases throughout the month to keep us entertained. In addition to the new arrivals, it’s also a good time to catch up on some favorites before they leave Netflix in May. Titles like Documentary Now! Seasons 1-4, Joy Ride, Crossroads, and more will bid farewell to the streaming platform, so make sure to catch them before they’re gone.

Get ready for a month filled with laughter, tears, and thrills on Netflix!