If you’re stuck doomscrolling on social media because “there’s nothing to watch”, well, it’s time to put your phone down because there are a bunch of exciting TV shows and films dropping this month.
From horny romances and western dramas to jump-out-of-your-seat horrors and heartwarming tearjerkers, here are the most-anticipated titles to add to your watchlist.
The Best New Shows Coming To Streaming Platforms In May 2026
Off Campus
If Heated Rivalry left you wanting more ice hockey romance content, Off Campus will be your next big obsession. Based on the viral BookTok phenomenon, the series follows music student Hannah Wells (Ella Bright), who strikes a “fake dating” deal with Briar University’s star hockey player, Garrett Graham (Belmont Cameli). The show has already been renewed for a second season centred around Garrett’s teammates — including one played by Aussie heartthrob and Heartbreak High star Josh Heuston.
Watch it on: Prime Video
Release date: May 13
Dutton Ranch
The Yellowstone spinoff series follows Beth Dutton (Kelly Reilly) and Rip Wheeler (Cole Hauser) as they move to Texas and face a powerful local ranching family. The nine-episode series also stars Annette Bening, Ed Harris and Jai Courtney and has received early buzz for its “all-action” storylines.
Watch it on: Paramount+
Release date: May 15
In the City
Summer House fans, this one’s for you. The much-anticipated spinoff, which premieres right after the Summer House season 10 finale, follows cast members including Amanda Batula, Kyle Cooke, and Lindsay Hubbard as they navigate adulthood, careers, and relationships in New York City.
The series was filmed before Amanda and West Wilson publicly announced their controversial relationship in March, but producers filmed a new scene addressing “Scamanda” for episode one. Bring on the drama!
Watch it on: Hayu
Release date: May 20
The Boroughs
From the executive producers of Stranger Things comes a new sci-fi series about a group of senior citizens who must unite to stop a supernatural threat targeting their limited time. The Boroughs features a stacked cast with Bill Pullman, Alfred Molina, Geena Davis, Clarke Peters and Denis O’Hare, and has been described by fans as “Stranger Things but with retirees”.
Watch it on: Netflix
Release date: May 21
Spider-Noir
Nicolas Cage reprises his role as the down-on-his-luck private investigator from the Spider-Verse animated films in a live-action reimagining set in 1930s New York City. The superhero noir series is being released in both black-and-white and colour versions for viewers to decide how they’d like to watch, and also stars Brendan Gleeson and Lamorne Morris.
Watch it on: Prime Video
Release date: May 27
Turned On: Dirty Sexy Money
With Married At First Sight done and dusted, prepare for Turned On: Dirty Sexy Money to become your new favourite reality show. Described as a cross between The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives and Selling Sunset, the eight-part series follows the top-earning adult content creators in the Gold Coast with appearances from Annie Knight, Lily Phillips, and Blue Eyed Kayla Jade.
Watch it on: Stan
Release date: TBA, but sometime this month
The Best New Films Being Released In May 2026
Hokum
Hokum stars Adam Scott as a novelist who travels to a haunted Irish inn to scatter his parents’ ashes and is forced to survive the night against a vengeful witch. The horror-thriller is written and directed by Damian McCarthy, best known for directing Caveat and Oddity, and is apparently so scary that the film’s star “jumped and yelped” during a screening.
In Australian cinemas from: May 1
The Sheep Detectives
The Sheep Detectives follows George Hardy (Hugh Jackman), a shepherd who loves to read murder mysteries to his sheep. When he is found dead under mysterious circumstances, the sheep take it upon themselves to solve the crime. Think Knives Out for families, with Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Bryan Cranston, Patrick Stewart, Regina Hall and many, many more talented stars voicing the clue-solving sheep.
In Australian cinemas from: May 7
Mortal Kombat II
Filmed in Queensland, Australia, the sequel to the 2021 reboot follows a mismatched team of warriors — including a washed-up Hollywood actor and a modern-day MMA fighter — forced into an epic martial arts tournament to save humanity. Karl Urban makes his debut as Johnny Cage alongside returning favourites Jessica McNamee (Sonya Blade) and Josh Lawson (Kano).
In Australian cinemas from: May 7
Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D)
If you missed out on getting tickets to see Billie Eilish last year or simply want to relive the hype, you’re in luck. The Grammy-award-winning singer has teamed up with director James Cameron to completely reinvent the concert experience with a 3D film of her recent world tour — and I think every major artist should take notes.
In Australian cinemas from: May 7
Remarkably Bright Creatures
Remarkably Bright Creatures follows Tova Sullivan (Sally Field), a widow who works the night shift at the local aquarium, who strikes up an impossible friendship with a giant Pacific octopus named Marcellus (voiced by Alfred Molina). The eight-legged creature helps Tova solve the 30-year-old mystery of her son’s disappearance — and after recently reading the bestselling novel the film is based on for my book club, I can guarantee this heartwarming story will bring a tear to your eye.
Watch it on: Netflix
Release date: May 8
Mother Mary
Anne Hathaway is entering her pop star era in Mother Mary, which features original songs from Jack Antonoff and Charli xcx. Between acting in The Moment and writing songs for two different films, our brat queen has been very busy. The film follows the psychosexual affair between pop singer Mary (Hathaway) and fashion designer Sam (Michaela Coel) after they’re drawn back together for Mary’s new tour.
In Australian cinemas from: May 14 (pushed back from its original April 24 release date)
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu
Rather than a fourth season of The Mandalorian, Lucasfilm announced in January 2024 that a feature film was in production. The film continues the adventures of lone bounty hunter Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and his apprentice Grogu, and will also star Jeremy Allen White as… the voice of Jabba the Hutt’s son, Rotta.
In Australian cinemas from: May 21
Who needs to doomscroll when there are so many great films and TV shows to watch this month!
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