Watch 15 exciting new Netflix shows in May 2025 — thrillers, comedies, anime, romance & more. Don't miss these must-watch releases!
Looking for something new and binge-worthy on Netflix this May 2025? You’re in for a treat! This month, Netflix is dropping some seriously addictive shows, ranging from emotional dramas and epic animations to dark comedies and nail-biting thrillers. Whether you’re into teen romance, mythology, crime stories, or mind-bending anthologies, this list has something just for you.
We’ve rounded up the 15 most exciting new Netflix shows in May 2025, so you can skip the endless scrolling and dive straight into the good stuff. Trust me, you're not gonna want to miss these. Let’s jump in!
Genre: Comedy-Drama
Why You’ll Love It: Steve Carell, Tina Fey, and Will Forte team up for a witty, heartfelt remake of the 1981 film.
1. The Four Seasons (Premieres May 1)
Why You’ll Love It: Steve Carell, Tina Fey, and Will Forte team up for a witty, heartfelt remake of the 1981 film.
The Four Seasons is about lifelong friends who always vacation together until one couple splits, and the husband shows up with a much younger new girlfriend. Cue awkward dinners, emotional outbursts, and hilarious chaos. This one's perfect if you love dramedies that blend relatable life moments with laugh-out-loud situations. A must-watch for fans of ensemble casts and grown-up friendships.
Genre: Thriller / Drama
Why You’ll Love It: Gritty storytelling, a strong female lead, and nonstop tension.
2. Unseen – Season 2 (Premieres May 2)
Why You’ll Love It: Gritty storytelling, a strong female lead, and nonstop tension.
Zenzi Mwale is back, and this season is even more intense. Still reeling from the dark events of Season 1, she dives deeper into a criminal underworld while dealing with trauma and betrayal. If you're into smart, emotionally rich thrillers, Unseen hits the mark hard.
Genre: Animation / Fantasy / Action
Why You’ll Love It: It’s the epic finale and it delivers.
3. Blood of Zeus – Season 3 (Premieres May 8)
Why You’ll Love It: It’s the epic finale and it delivers.
Heron’s journey comes to a thunderous end in this final season. Expect jaw-dropping animation, god-level battles, and emotional payoffs. If you liked Castlevania or Arcane, you’ll devour this.
Genre: Teen Romance / Coming-of-Age
Why You’ll Love It: Honest, raw, and heartbreakingly real.
Adapted from Judy Blume’s classic novel, Forever explores young love in a beautifully awkward, totally relatable way. Set in sunny L.A., it follows two teens navigating their first serious relationship, full of ups, downs, and growing pains. Great for fans of Heartstopper or The Summer I Turned Pretty.
Genre: Dark Comedy
Why You’ll Love It: Smart, twisted, and surprisingly relatable.
Tom Segura lets loose in this boundary-pushing comedy series that dives into the thoughts we all have but never say. It’s like your inner voice got its own show funny, uncomfortable, and totally bingeable. Think Inside Job meets stand-up therapy.
Genre: Drama / Satire
Why You’ll Love It: It’s spicy, sharp, and totally addictive.
A Mexican schoolteacher fights to become principal, but the road is littered with betrayals and shady politics. This satirical drama turns school into a battlefield and it’s juicy as hell. If The Politician or Big Little Lies are your thing, add this to your queue.
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Genre: Psychological Thriller / Anime-Inspired Drama
Why You’ll Love It: High-stakes games and serious tension.
Based on the Kakegurui manga, Bet throws you into an elite school where gambling controls everything. Then a mysterious transfer student arrives to shake things up. It’s flashy, tense, and addictive like Squid Game with school uniforms.
Genre: Mystery / Thriller
Why You’ll Love It: A slow-burn with big payoffs.
When a young au pair vanishes in a posh neighborhood, secrets bubble to the surface. This Danish thriller is all about what lies beneath perfect appearances. Dark, emotional, and totally binge-worthy.
Genre: Romantic Comedy / Drama
Why You’ll Love It: Smart, stylish, and full of heart.
Back in Istanbul, our lovable lawyer is navigating the wild world of dating again, post-breakup, post-chaos. With the help of her besties, she tackles love, friendship, and finding herself. It’s like Sex and the City, Turkish edition.
Genre: Anthology / Sci-Fi / Animation
Why You’ll Love It: It’s a visual feast and a brain trip.
From killer robots to surreal meditations on mortality, Season 4 delivers even more mind-blowing stories. Each episode is short, sharp, and visually stunning. You never know what you’ll get next and that’s the fun part.
Genre: Historical Romance / K-Drama
Why You’ll Love It: Gorgeous visuals, deep mystery, and slow-burn love.
Set in the Joseon dynasty, this Korean drama follows a woman searching for her missing brother and the nobleman with secrets who helps her. It’s emotional, atmospheric, and packed with heart-fluttering moments.
Genre: Family Drama / Mystery
Why You’ll Love It: Think Succession meets Elite.
A powerful media mogul returns to a family he barely recognizes. Betrayals, secrets, and drama explode as he tries to reclaim control. This Spanish series has high-stakes family warfare and juicy twists that’ll keep you hooked.
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Genre: Dark Comedy / Psychological Drama
Why You’ll Love It: Women, power, and one heck of a weekend.
What starts as a reunion turns into an intervention and possibly a cult takedown. Set on a mysterious island estate, Sirens unravels dark themes with biting wit and haunting performances.
Genre: Drama / Slice-of-Life
Why You’ll Love It: Real, raw, and full of heart.
A Taiwanese stand-up comic juggles career dreams, love, and caring for her aging dad. It’s beautifully acted and deeply moving perfect for fans of heartfelt, character-driven stories.
Genre: Crime Thriller
Why You’ll Love It: Brooding detectives and cold cases? Yes, please.
Set in Edinburgh, this British thriller follows DCI Morck as he reopens old cases that should’ve stayed buried. Moody, gripping, and layered with emotional depth, think Broadchurch or Luther.
4. Forever (Premieres May 8)
Why You’ll Love It: Honest, raw, and heartbreakingly real.
Adapted from Judy Blume’s classic novel, Forever explores young love in a beautifully awkward, totally relatable way. Set in sunny L.A., it follows two teens navigating their first serious relationship, full of ups, downs, and growing pains. Great for fans of Heartstopper or The Summer I Turned Pretty.
5. Bad Thoughts (Premieres May 13)
Why You’ll Love It: Smart, twisted, and surprisingly relatable.
Tom Segura lets loose in this boundary-pushing comedy series that dives into the thoughts we all have but never say. It’s like your inner voice got its own show funny, uncomfortable, and totally bingeable. Think Inside Job meets stand-up therapy.
6. Snakes and Ladders (Premieres May 14)
Why You’ll Love It: It’s spicy, sharp, and totally addictive.
A Mexican schoolteacher fights to become principal, but the road is littered with betrayals and shady politics. This satirical drama turns school into a battlefield and it’s juicy as hell. If The Politician or Big Little Lies are your thing, add this to your queue.
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7. Bet (Premieres May 15)
Why You’ll Love It: High-stakes games and serious tension.
Based on the Kakegurui manga, Bet throws you into an elite school where gambling controls everything. Then a mysterious transfer student arrives to shake things up. It’s flashy, tense, and addictive like Squid Game with school uniforms.
8. Secrets We Keep (Premieres May 15)
Why You’ll Love It: A slow-burn with big payoffs.
When a young au pair vanishes in a posh neighborhood, secrets bubble to the surface. This Danish thriller is all about what lies beneath perfect appearances. Dark, emotional, and totally binge-worthy.
9. Thank You, Next – Season 2 (Premieres May 15)
Why You’ll Love It: Smart, stylish, and full of heart.
Back in Istanbul, our lovable lawyer is navigating the wild world of dating again, post-breakup, post-chaos. With the help of her besties, she tackles love, friendship, and finding herself. It’s like Sex and the City, Turkish edition.
10. Love, Death & Robots – Season 4 (Premieres May 15)
Why You’ll Love It: It’s a visual feast and a brain trip.
From killer robots to surreal meditations on mortality, Season 4 delivers even more mind-blowing stories. Each episode is short, sharp, and visually stunning. You never know what you’ll get next and that’s the fun part.
11. Dear Hongrang (Premieres May 16)
Why You’ll Love It: Gorgeous visuals, deep mystery, and slow-burn love.
Set in the Joseon dynasty, this Korean drama follows a woman searching for her missing brother and the nobleman with secrets who helps her. It’s emotional, atmospheric, and packed with heart-fluttering moments.
12. Rotten Legacy (Premieres May 16)
Why You’ll Love It: Think Succession meets Elite.
A powerful media mogul returns to a family he barely recognizes. Betrayals, secrets, and drama explode as he tries to reclaim control. This Spanish series has high-stakes family warfare and juicy twists that’ll keep you hooked.
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13. Sirens (Premieres May 22)
Why You’ll Love It: Women, power, and one heck of a weekend.
What starts as a reunion turns into an intervention and possibly a cult takedown. Set on a mysterious island estate, Sirens unravels dark themes with biting wit and haunting performances.
14. Forget You Not (Premieres May 23)
Why You’ll Love It: Real, raw, and full of heart.
A Taiwanese stand-up comic juggles career dreams, love, and caring for her aging dad. It’s beautifully acted and deeply moving perfect for fans of heartfelt, character-driven stories.
15. Dept. Q (Premieres May 29)
Why You’ll Love It: Brooding detectives and cold cases? Yes, please.
Set in Edinburgh, this British thriller follows DCI Morck as he reopens old cases that should’ve stayed buried. Moody, gripping, and layered with emotional depth, think Broadchurch or Luther.
Final Thoughts: What Should You Watch First?
Honestly, there’s no wrong choice. But if you’re short on time, here are some quick picks:- Best Drama: The Four Seasons or Dear Hongrang
- Best Thriller: Unseen or Dept. Q
- Best Animation: Blood of Zeus or Love, Death & Robots
- Best Romance: Forever or Thank You, Next
FAQs – Netflix in May 2025
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- What are the best new shows on Netflix in May 2025?
- Some of the top picks include The Four Seasons, Unseen (Season 2), Blood of Zeus (Season 3), and Dept. Q.
- When does Blood of Zeus Season 3 come out?
- You can stream Blood of Zeus Season 3 starting May 8, 2025.
- Are there any new Korean dramas on Netflix in May 2025?
- Yes! Dear Hongrang, a historical romance drama, premieres on May 16.
- Is there a new season of Love, Death & Robots?
- Yes, Love, Death & Robots: Volume 4 drops on May 15, 2025.
- Which show is like Kakegurui?
- Bet, premiering May 15, is a new Netflix series inspired by Kakegurui with high-stakes gambling and stylish visuals.
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