From thrillers to origin stories, it’s time to grab the popcorn.
This month brings an exciting mix of horror reboots, love stories, and more. Whether you’re in the mood for big-screen thrills or a binge-worthy series from the comfort of your couch, grab your popcorn. Here’s what’s new on Netflix, in cinemas and streaming in May.
Cinema
Popeye The Slayer Man: 1 May
Forget spinach-powered strength and sailor charm, because Popeye The Slayer Man brings a horror twist on the beloved cartoon. The movie follows a group of friends as they sneak into an abandoned spinach canning factory to investigate the tale of the sailor who haunts the docks. Expect jump scares and a lot of terror that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Bhool Chuk Maaf: 9 May
This Bollywood fantasy-drama follows Ranjan, a hopeless romantic from Banaras, who lands his dream government job and can now marry his beloved Titli. But when he forgets a sacred vow, he’s cursed to relive his pre-wedding day on an endless loop. Expect tons of confusion, comedy and chaos in Bhool Chuk Maaf.
Final Destination: Bloodlines: 15 May
Millennials, get ready. The franchise that haunted your childhood is back. This new installment follows a college student suffering from violent nightmares and a curse that threatens her family. But there’s one person who can put an end to it all. So, make sure you catch this Final Destination movie in cinemas.
Hurry Up Tomorrow: 15 May
Starring The Weeknd and Jenna Ortega, Hurry Up Tomorrow is a drama that follows an insomniac musician who meets a stranger who changes his life forever. But soon, identity, memory, and reality start to blur and he must rediscover himself.
Lilo & Stitch: 22 May
The beloved animated Disney classic gets the live-action treatment this year. Lilo returns to the screens as she befriends Stitch — an alien experiment that’s made its way to Earth. With tons of moments to laugh, cry and reevaluate relationships, this is the perfect Ohana watch.
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning: 22 May
Ethan Hunt is back for one final high-stakes mission. Teaming up with the IMF, he must stop a rogue agent named Gabriel from unleashing an AI program capable of destabilising global power. Marking the last film in the beloved franchise, this one is an IMAX watch.
Series & Streaming
No Other Land: 2 May
This Oscar-winning documentary sheds light on the struggle of the Palestinian community in Masafer Yatta as they resist home demolitions and fight for their future. It offers a powerful, human look into the complexities that are still a reality for many, now available to watch on OSN+.
David Spade: Dandelion: 6 May
David Spade is back on stage — and he’s not holding back. From awkward flights and celeb gossip, this comedy special is peak Spade. Making his return to stand-up specials since 2022, this one on Amazon Prime Video will have you rolling on the floor laughing.
The Royals: 9 May
In the fictional city of Morpur, a broke royal family meets a street-smart woman who is determined to set them straight. With clashing cultures, chaos, and a romance straight out of a fairy tale, The Royals offers a lighthearted Netflix watch this May.
Fred and Rose West: A British Horror Story: 14 May
This chilling Netflix docuseries delves into the lives of Britain’s most notorious killer couple, Fred and Rose West. With newly found police tapes and survivor accounts, this three-part series explores the gruesome legacy of the murders and justice for their victims’ families.
The Better Sister: 29 May
After a prominent lawyer is murdered, his wife and her estranged sister are forced to reconnect to unravel a web of secrets. Betrayal, trauma and sisterhood collide in this dark, Amazon Prime Video series based on Alafair Burke’s bestselling novel of the same name.