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- Top returning series: new seasons you shouldn’t miss on streaming
- New films and cinematic premieres to stream or rent this week
- Documentaries, stand-up specials, and true-crime titles you should queue
- Heist dramas, crime thrillers, and high-stakes series
- Romance, campus dramas, and lighter fare to stream
- Additional notable picks: eclectic releases worth scanning
If you’re hunting for the best new streaming picks, this week’s slate mixes buzzy TV seasons, fresh films, and true-crime deep dives. From slick Netflix heists to intimate documentaries and a handful of guilty-pleasure reality shows, there’s something for every mood. Read on for where to watch each release and why it matters.
Top returning series: new seasons you shouldn’t miss on streaming
Pop Culture Jeopardy! — Season 2 (Netflix)
Colin Jost returns to host this team-based trivia show that tests contestants on film, TV, and internet culture. Expect fast jokes and clever categories that lean into meme-era trivia.
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- Starring: Colin Jost (host)
- How to watch: Now streaming on Netflix
Devil May Cry — Season 2 (Netflix)
The animated take on Capcom’s action franchise escalates into a family war between demon hunters. Studio Mir delivers kinetic visuals and heavy action for fans of the game.
- Starring: Johnny Yong Bosch, Scout Taylor-Compton, Hoon Lee
- How to watch: Now streaming on Netflix
Rivals — Season 2 (Hulu)
Return to the scheming Cotswolds for more decadent British drama. Politics, betrayals, and social climbing fuel this glossy adaptation of Jilly Cooper’s novels.
- Starring: Alex Hassell, David Tennant, Nafessa Williams
- How to watch: First episodes premiere on Hulu May 15
Tucci in Italy — Season 2 (Hulu, Disney+)
Stanley Tucci continues his culinary tour, spotlighting regional specialties and local cooks across Italy. It’s part travelogue, part food history lesson.
- Starring: Stanley Tucci
- How to watch: Now streaming on Hulu and Disney+
Couples Therapy — Season 5 (Paramount+)
Dr. Orna Guralnik returns for another season of intimate, therapeutic portraits. The series stays grounded in real relationships and uncomfortable truths.
- How to watch: Season 5 debuts on Paramount+ May 15
On the Roam — Season 2 (HBO Max)
Jason Momoa hits the road on two wheels, blending adventure, art, and human stories. The series is a relaxed travelogue built around friendship and exploration.
- Starring: Jason Momoa
- How to watch: Season 2 now streaming on HBO Max
New films and cinematic premieres to stream or rent this week
Driver’s Ed — Theatrical & On Demand
Bobby Farrelly returns with a raunchy teen comedy about a young man who takes a reckless turn during driving lessons. Expect broad humor with an irreverent edge.
- Starring: Sam Nivola, Kumail Nanjiani, Molly Shannon
- How to watch: In theaters and On Demand May 15
The Wonderfools — New K-drama on Netflix
A ’90s-set South Korean superhero comedy sees newly powered characters fumbling through teleportation, superstrength, and telekinesis. It’s goofy, ambitious, and packed with heart.
- Starring: Park Eun-bin, Cha Eun-woo
- How to watch: Debuts on Netflix May 15
Something Is About to Happen — Thriller (Shudder)
A programmer-turned-taxi-driver sets out to find a missing neighbor. The film blends suspense and character study, keeping viewers guessing about motives and outcomes.
- Starring: Malena Alterio, Aitana Sánchez Gijón
- How to watch: Debuts on Shudder May 15
The Christophers — Art-world drama (Prime Video)
Stephen Soderbergh directs this character-driven story about a once-famous painter and a restorer who unexpectedly ignite one another’s creativity.
- Starring: Ian McKellen, Michaela Coel
- How to watch: Available to purchase on Prime Video
Marty, Life Is Short — Martin Short doc (Netflix)
Lawrence Kasdan’s documentary traces Martin Short’s career, highlighting his early struggles and comic breakthroughs. Fans will find rare archival moments and candid interviews.
- Starring: Martin Short, Tom Hanks, Steve Martin
- How to watch: Now streaming on Netflix
Documentaries, stand-up specials, and true-crime titles you should queue
Lisa Ann Walter: It Was an Accident — Stand-up special (Hulu)
Comedian Lisa Ann Walter returns to her stand-up roots for a set filmed in Philadelphia. She tackles dating, politics, and generational quirks with sharp timing.
- Starring: Lisa Ann Walter
- How to watch: Debuts on Hulu May 15
The Killer Among Us — True crime series (Oxygen, Peacock)
Alan Cumming narrates a series that revisits murders which shook communities. Each episode asks whether the killer lived among those who knew them.
- Starring: Alan Cumming
- How to watch: Premieres on Oxygen May 17; then streaming on Peacock
The Crash — Controversial true-crime documentary (Netflix)
This film examines a fatal crash and its aftermath, interviewing families, investigators, and the person at the center of the case. Expect emotional testimony and contested evidence.
- How to watch: Begins streaming on Netflix May 15
Faces of Death — Horror tied to content moderation (Prime Video)
A modern horror riff inspired by a notorious exploitation title shifts the setting to a content-moderation unit. The film explores violence, online culture, and missing influencers.
- Starring: Barbie Ferreira, Charli XCX
- How to watch: Available to rent or buy on Prime Video
The A List — AANHPI documentary (HBO Max)
This documentary collects first-person stories from Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander figures. It explores identity, resilience, and cultural contributions.
- Starring: Sandra Oh, Kumail Nanjiani, Connie Chung
- How to watch: Now streaming on HBO Max
Heist dramas, crime thrillers, and high-stakes series
Money Heist: Berlin and the Lady with an Ermine (Netflix)
Berlin plans a new high-stakes theft centered on da Vinci’s famous portrait. Expect meticulous planning, dramatic tension, and European locations.
- Starring: Pedro Alonso, Michelle Jenner
- How to watch: Debuts on Netflix May 15
Nemesis — Crime caper (Netflix)
Courtney A. Kemp’s Los Angeles heist series pits a legendary thief against a driven detective. It’s a classic “one last job” setup with modern stakes.
- Starring: Y’lan Noel, Matthew Law
- How to watch: Premieres May 14 on Netflix
Romance, campus dramas, and lighter fare to stream
Perfect Match — Season 4 (Netflix)
Reality stars from across dating shows return for matchmaking, drama, and challenges. The season arrives in staggered drops, so episodes release on separate dates.
- How to watch: Episodes 1–5 are streaming now; Episodes 6–7 on May 20; Episode 8 on May 27
Off Campus — College romance series (Prime Video)
Based on a bestselling romance novel, this series centers on fake dating, emotional wounds, and a college hockey backdrop.
- Starring: Ella Bright, Belmont Cameli
- How to watch: Now streaming on Prime Video
Dutton Ranch — Yellowstone spinoff (Paramount+)
Follow Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler as they attempt to establish a new life on a Texas ranch. Antagonists and high-profile guest stars raise the stakes.
- Starring: Kelly Reilly, Cole Hauser, Ed Harris, Annette Bening
- How to watch: Debuts on Paramount+ May 15
The Punisher: One Last Kill — TV special (Disney+)
Jon Bernthal returns in a violent, TV-MA special that revisits Frank Castle’s brutal world. Expect blood-soaked action and uncompromising intensity.
- Starring: Jon Bernthal, Jason R. Moore
- How to watch: Now on Disney+
Additional notable picks: eclectic releases worth scanning
Lisa Ann Walter: It Was an Accident (Hulu)
Stand-up from the Abbott Elementary star, recorded in Philadelphia. Sharp, observational comedy with a seasoned voice.
The Killer Among Us (Oxygen/Peacock)
A community-focused true-crime series guided by Alan Cumming’s narration.
Project Hail Mary — Sci-fi at-home (Fandango at Home)
Based on Andy Weir’s bestseller, a lone scientist fights to save the sun. The film mixes quirky alien friendship with big science ideas.
- Starring: Ryan Gosling, Sandra Hüller
- How to watch: Available to purchase on Fandango at Home
Faces of Death, The Crash, and other tense new releases
These titles push difficult themes and may provoke strong reactions. If you follow true crime or boundary-pushing horror, add them to your queue with care.
