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Don\u2019t Breathe is back on Netflix US \u2013 Picture: Sony Pictures<\/p>\n
Welcome back to your weekly roundup of everything new on Netflix! If your watchlist was looking a little light, you\u2019re in luck. The turn of the month has brought an absolute deluge of fresh content to the platform, with a staggering 74 new movies and 24 new TV series touching down over the past seven days, thanks mostly to crossing into the month of May!<\/p>\n
Whether you\u2019re in the mood for an adrenaline-pumping new thriller, a fresh animated feature for the whole family, or just want to revisit some classic cinematic favorites, there is truly something for everyone in this week\u2019s massive haul. Before we dive into the full list of new arrivals and what\u2019s currently trending in the top 10s, let\u2019s take a look at our must-watch top picks for the week.<\/p>\n
Don\u2019t forget you can find out more about what\u2019s coming up throughout the remainder of May 2026 here<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n Best New Movies and Shows on Netflix This Week Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy | Director: Nathan Greno Skydance Animation\u2019s latest family-friendly feature has officially touched down on Netflix. The story takes us deep into \u201cThe Valley,\u201d following Ollie, a tiny woodland pookoo, and Ivy, a strong-headed Javan bird. After a magical mishap, the two natural enemies must overcome their differences and lead with kindness to save their home from an ultimate evil.<\/p>\n In our review of the animated feature<\/a>, Andrew Morgan gave it 3 out of 5 stars, noting:<\/p>\n \u201cOverall, Swapped impresses just enough with its world-building and compassion to satisfy its four-quadrant family audience, surpassing previous Skydance animation films of recent note like Spellbound or Lucky. Vibrant colors, original creature designs, & bold, lifelike computer animation style will capture the minds, while its march towards empathy & understanding will reach their hearts.\u201d<\/p>\n Man on Fire (Season 1)<\/p>\n Genre: Action, Drama, Thriller<\/p>\n If you\u2019re looking for an action-packed binge this weekend, look no further than Man on Fire. This brand-new, gritty series adaptation of A.J. Quinnell\u2019s classic thriller stars the Emmy-winning Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, who completely elevates the source material. Delivering intense action sequences and a phenomenal lead performance, it\u2019s easily one of the most exciting original series to hit Netflix this month.<\/p>\n Reviews have been mostly good,\u00a0including a positive one from us<\/a>, with most praising the direction, action, and acting prowess, although finding the plot lacking compared to its movie counterpart from yesteryear.\u00a0<\/p>\n Bugonia (2025)<\/p>\n Genre: Sci-Fi, Comedy | Director: Yorgos Lanthimos Following its highly anticipated theatrical run, Yorgos Lanthimos\u2019s latest eccentric masterpiece makes its SVOD debut on Netflix. Reuniting with his Poor Things and Kinds of Kindness muse Emma Stone alongside Jesse Plemons, Lanthimos delivers a bizarre, captivating, and darkly hilarious sci-fi comedy that you absolutely cannot miss. It\u2019s a massive get for the Netflix movie library this week and will no doubt divide. I personally absolutely adored 90% of the movie and couldn\u2019t stand the ending. I know that it\u2019s based on a previously released work and that it ends exactly how it\u2019s supposed to be, but still\u2026 Let me know what you think in the comments.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t Breathe (2016)<\/p>\n Genre: Horror, Thriller | Director: Fede \u00c1lvarez If you\u2019re searching for a masterclass in tension, Fede \u00c1lvarez\u2019s critically acclaimed 2016 thriller Don\u2019t Breathe has made its way to Netflix. The premise is brilliantly simple: a trio of young Detroit thieves breaks into the home of a wealthy blind veteran, expecting an easy score. They quickly discover that their target is a highly lethal adversary, turning their heist into a terrifying fight for survival. Tightly paced and completely relentless, this is a brilliantly crafted horror that will literally have you holding your breath.<\/p>\n Full List of New Arrivals on Netflix This Week<\/p>\n
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Cast: Michael B. Jordan, Juno Temple, Tracy Morgan, Cedric the Entertainer, Justina Machado<\/p>\n
Cast: Emma Stone, Jesse Plemons<\/p>\n
Cast: Jane Levy, Dylan Minnette, Daniel Zovatto, Stephen Lang<\/p>\n
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