🎬 Netflix May 2025 Releases: All the New Shows, Movies & Surprises You Can’t Miss!
Netflix is bringing big energy this May - here's your complete guide to what's new, what's trending and what's unmissable.
🎥 Netflix Brings Back Fan-Favorite Films & Fresh Originals
Netflix is turning up the heat this May with an unbeatable lineup of movies. From iconic franchises to thrilling originals, there’s something for every kind of movie buff.
Starting strong, Netflix is re-releasing The Twilight Saga and the full Ocean’s Eleven trilogy — perfect for a binge-watch weekend. Horror fans can catch Train to Busan and Smile, while emotional drama lovers will be drawn to Past Lives, a story that explores love and destiny.
Netflix originals are also making waves. Nonnas, a heartfelt comedy inspired by a real Italian restaurant, will leave you smiling. On the darker side, Fear Street: Prom Queen delivers retro horror set in 1988. And for those into true crime, Netflix premieres A Deadly American Marriage, a shocking docu-drama that uncovers a real-life murder mystery.
Music lovers are in for a treat with Karol G: Tomorrow was Beautiful, a Netflix-exclusive documentary offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the pop star’s journey. Netflix also highlights international gems like the French thriller Last Bullet, Mexican comedy The Biggest Fan, and the animated Korean sci-fi romance Lost in Starlight.
📺 Netflix Originals & Final Seasons Take Center Stage
Netflix isn’t just bringing films — the series lineup this month is full of must-watch shows.
One of the biggest releases is Dept. Q, a gripping detective drama that follows cold case investigations in Edinburgh. Netflix fans of Mindhunter and The Queen’s Gambit will love this new addition. Animated favorite Love, Death & Robots returns with a brand-new volume, and Blood of Zeus is back for its final mythological battle.
It’s also the end of an era as Big Mouth wraps up with Season 8. Netflix gives this hilarious, awkward, and heartfelt coming-of-age series the farewell it deserves.
New original Netflix series dropping this month include:
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Sirens, a dark comedy featuring Julianne Moore and Kevin Bacon
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The Four Seasons, a romantic comedy with Steve Carell and Tina Fey
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Forever, based on the beloved Judy Blume novel
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She The People, a witty political satire with a unique voice
Netflix’s global slate adds even more color with The Royals, a romantic dramedy from India, and Secrets We Keep, a Danish crime series that will keep you guessing.
🎮 Netflix Games & Live Global Event Incoming
But wait — Netflix is also going beyond streaming this month. Interactive Netflix games are making headlines with fresh launches including Black Mirror, Street Fighter IV, and Single’s Inferno. Whether you’re a gamer or just curious, Netflix’s game zone is the place to be.
And to top it all off, Netflix is closing the month with its annual fan event Netflix Tudum 2025 on May 31. Expect exclusive trailers, star appearances, and inside scoops — all streaming live.
📅 Netflix May 2025: What to Watch & When
Here are the key dates to remember on Netflix this May:
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May 1 – Past Lives, Twilight Saga, Ocean’s Trilogy, The Four Seasons
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May 9 – The Royals
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May 22 – Sirens
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May 23 – Big Mouth Season 8 finale
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May 24 – The Wild Robot
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May 31 – Netflix Tudum 2025 live event
Get ready for a blockbuster month — Netflix has truly packed May 2025 with star power, emotional storytelling, suspenseful mysteries, and interactive fun. Whether you're watching a series, diving into a film, or playing a game, Netflix is your ultimate entertainment destination this month.
