May brings a plethora of exciting new TV shows to Netflix. Tina Fey, Steve Carell, and Colman Domingo unite in The Four Seasons, a romantic dramedy that explores the challenges faced by three married couples when one decides to divorce. Other notable additions this month include the final season of Big Mouth and volume 4 of Love, Death + Robots.
Don’t stop at the Netflix homepage; delve into the genre categories for even more top-notch television options. This month’s hidden gems include a sketch comedy series, a teen soap opera, and a gripping crime thriller.
Don’t forget to check out our guides to the best new shows to stream, as well as the top movies on Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max, and Disney+.
Bad Thoughts (2025)
Comedian Tom Segura’s popularity continues to soar, thanks to his successful stand-up comedy career and podcast empire. Segura ventures into sketch comedy with Bad Thoughts, where he portrays various characters in a series of hilarious and precarious situations, from emergency landings to apocalyptic scenarios.
One standout sketch features Segura as a country singer who starts a cult to boost his relatability. While not quite reaching the heights of I Think You Should Leave, Bad Thoughts delivers enough laughs to keep audiences entertained.
Stream Bad Thoughts on Netflix.
All American (2018-)
Once the go-to network for teen dramas, The CW continues its legacy with All American, a sports-centric series set in the competitive world of high school football. Follow Spencer James (Daniel Ezra), a talented football player from South Central Los Angeles, as he navigates life both on and off the field after receiving a scholarship to Beverly Hills School.
Expect plenty of relationship drama and compelling storylines as Spencer adjusts to his new environment. Watch All American on Netflix.
Dark Winds (2022-)
Dark Winds benefits from its acclaimed source material, Tony Hillerman’s Leaphorn & Chee series, as well as the creative input of executive producers Robert Redford and George R.R. Martin. Join Joe Leaphorn (Zahn McClarnon), a seasoned police lieutenant in Navajo County, and former FBI agent Jim Chee (Kiowa Gordon) as they tackle a series of chilling crimes and a complex conspiracy.
With a gripping storyline and stellar performances, Dark Winds offers a suspenseful and eerie crime thriller experience. Watch Dark Winds on Netflix.
