May is packed with major TV premieres and returns that are offering a little something for everyone — from laugh-out-loud comedies and high-concept sci-fi to soapy reality drama and buzzy sequels. Whether you’re into teenage thrill rides, existential androids, or Nicole Kidman probing psyches in the Alps, this month’s lineup spans genres, tones, and streaming platforms.
May is shaping up to be a thrilling month on the small screen.
The Four Seasons
Release date: May 1st, 2025
Streaming platform: Netflix
Synopsis: This new dramedy reimagines the 1981 Alan Alda classic, following four couples who take seasonal vacations together — until one friend disrupts the tradition by announcing he’s leaving his wife. What unfolds is a wonderful exploration of love, long-term commitment, and evolving friendships.
Poker Face (Season 2)
Release date: May 8th, 2025
Streaming platform: Peacock
Synopsis: Natasha Lyonne returns as human lie detector Charlie Cale, still on the run and still stumbling into murder scenes wherever she goes. Season 2 ups the stakes with twistier mysteries, memorable guest stars, and Charlie’s sharp wit driving this addictive spin on the classic whodunit.
The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives (Season 2)
Release date: May 15th, 2025
Streaming platform: Hulu
Synopsis: The viral reality hit is back with more jaw-dropping drama, as the now-famous Mormon mom group navigates fame, faith, and their unconventional relationships. Season 2 dives deeper into the world of “soft-swinging” and its ripple effects on marriage, motherhood, and public perception.
Murderbot
Release date: May 16th, 2025
Streaming platform: Apple TV+
Synopsis: Based on Martha Wells’ award-winning Murderbot Diaries, this darkly funny sci-fi series follows a sarcastic security android who gains sentience and simply wants to binge soap operas in peace. Sadly, humans keep getting in the way. Equal parts action and existential crisis.
Motorheads
Release date: May 20th, 2025
Streaming platform: Prime Video
Synopsis: This Young Adult drama follows a group of teens in a struggling Pennsylvania town where street racing is more than a pastime — it’s an identity. With Ryan Phillippe as a washed-up NASCAR mechanic turned reluctant mentor, Motorheads is a high-octane mix of adrenaline, angst, and small-town grit.
Nine Perfect Strangers (Season 2)
Release date: May 21st, 2025
Streaming platform: Hulu
Synopsis: Nicole Kidman reprises her role as wellness guru Masha, who welcomes a fresh group of emotionally frayed guests to a remote Austrian retreat. Her goal? Total transformation through unorthodox — and sometimes unnerving — methods. Season 2 is a heady mix of spiritual self-help and psychological unraveling.
Big Mouth (Season 8)
Release date: May 23rd, 2025
Streaming platform: Netflix
Synopsis: The longest-running scripted show on Netflix returns for its eighth and final season. It follows the chaotic, hormone-fueled lives of Nick, Andrew, Jessi, and the gang. Expect all the adolescent panic, absurd creatures, and surprisingly heartfelt moments that made Big Mouth an animated institution.
And Just Like That… (Season 3)
Release date: May 29th, 2025
Streaming platform: Max
Synopsis: The Sex and the City sequel continues its stylish stroll through midlife. Carrie navigates her next chapter post-Aidan, Miranda explores a fresh romance, and Charlotte… well, Charlotte continues being Charlotte. With summer in full swing, the women of Manhattan prove they’re still redefining what it means to age with (questionable) grace.
