As summer heats up, escape the sun's rays and dive into a world of captivating movies and binge-worthy shows. From star-studded dramas to gripping documentaries and animated adventures, Netflix has something for everyone this month. Let's explore the exciting lineup that's set to keep you glued to your screens throughout May.
Heeramandi (May 1): The Diamond Bazaar: Sanjay Leela Bhansali's directorial debut for Netflix unveils the opulent lives of courtesans, featuring a stellar cast including Sonakshi Sinha & Richa Chadha.
Down The Rabbit Hole (May 1): A Mexican family comedy-drama based on Juan Pablo Villalobos' novel follows a boy's quest to keep a Namibian pygmy hippo at the zoo. Starring Debi Mazar and Manuel Garcia-Rulfo.
Beautiful Rebel (May 2): Inspired by real events, this Italian film portrays the rise of rockstar Gianna Nannini, portrayed by Letizia Toni.
The Atypical Family (May 4): A South Korean series delving into a family's loss of superpowers and their encounter with a mysterious woman. It stars Jang Ki-yong and Claudia Kim.
Mother of the Bride (May 9): Directed by Mark Waters, this romantic comedy stars Brooke Shields as a mother navigating her daughter's unexpected engagement.
Cooking Up Murder (May 10): Uncovering the Story of César Román: An investigative documentary exploring the mysterious murder of Spanish chef Cesar Roma.
Bridgerton Season 3, Part 1 (May 16): The beloved royal drama returns, showcasing the evolving romance between Penelope Featherington and Colin Bridgerton.
Jurassic World (May 24): Chaos Theory: An action-packed animated series following young palaeontologist Darius Bowman's discovery of dinosaurs in California.
Atlas(May 24): Jennifer Lopez stars in this sci-fi thriller, where a data analyst must trust AI to retrieve a renegade robot.
Eric (May 30): Benedict Cumberbatch headlines this psychological thriller mini-series about a puppeteer's quest to find his missing son.