May arrives full of News on the main streaming platformsWith such a vast selection that it's almost hard to keep up, major studios have compressed a large portion of their releases between the 1st and the 31st, minimizing the wait between the theatrical premiere and its arrival in your living room.
In Spain and the rest of Europe, catalogs are filled with original series, sequels, remakes of classics and sports documentariesNetflix is ​​making a strong move, but the competition isn't far behind: Disney+, Prime Video, HBO Max, Movistar Plus+, SkyShowtime, Apple TV+, and Filmin are all joining the battle for viewers' attention. new horror movies streaming ranging from political thrillers to romantic comedies and true crime.
Netflix: Key premieres in Spain and Europe
Netflix is ​​once again the driving force of the month with a schedule that blends Spanish productions, anime, sports documentaries and spin-offs from very recognizable brandsIn Spain, many of these series and films arrive on the same day as in other European territories, consolidating simultaneous release as the norm.
One of the most talked about titles is "My dear young lady" (May 1st), a new take on a classic of Spanish cinema that had already been anticipated as one of the year's most powerful projects. The platform places it front and center, accompanied that same day by the comedy "The Son-in-Law" and the animated family film. "Exchanged", directed by Nathan Greno and featuring such recognizable voices as Michael B. Jordan or Juno Temple in its original version.
The TV series section gets lively from very early on with "Glory" (May 1st) and with the return of the docu-reality show about ex-couples in "The worst ex imaginable" (season 2, May 6)Just 24 hours later, on May 7th, one of the month's most suspenseful bets arrives. "Legends", a British thriller about infiltrating drug trafficking networks that Netflix is ​​also heavily promoting in the rest of Europe.
The second season premieres on May 7th. "The Hartung Case"Meanwhile, the thriller "Killer Blood" is added to the catalog. The mid-month lineup is further strengthened with several staggered releases targeting very different audiences.
It premieres on May 12th "Devil May Cry" (season 2), a continuation of the anime based on the popular Capcom video game, while the second season of arrives on the 13th "Little Roosters", a series about sports rivalries that has been gradually gaining momentum.
The middle section of the month has a name of its own: "Berlin and the Lady in an Ermine" (May 15). The spin-off of "Money Heist" returns with a new batch of episodes set in Seville, where Berlin and his gang are preparing a new heist centered around a work attributed to Leonardo da Vinci. This second season promises an even more deceptive tone and a focus on personal revenge.
Along with Berlin, they also arrive on May 15th "The SUPERfreaks"A new fantasy series for young audiences, and the film "Jennifer's Body," which strengthens the horror catalog. From the 20th onwards, the schedule gets even busier.
It launches on the 20th "Very expensive", a drama series that seeks the niche of light but addictive fiction, and on the 21st it makes its entrance "The Boroughs: Rebel Retirement", a science fiction series set in a community of retirees facing supernatural phenomena, produced by the people responsible for "Stranger Things".
In the field of romantic comedy and social commentary, it stands out "Ladies first" (May 22), a story that reverses the power dynamics between men and women to present an alternative world where those who were privileged become disadvantaged. That same day it premieres "Mating season"A comedy about relationships in the age of social media.
Towards the end of the month, Netflix has several surprises in store. It returns on May 27th. "Murder for Beginners" (season 2)An adaptation of Holly Jackson's young adult series, in which the protagonist becomes deeply involved in a new disappearance case. The second season premieres on the 28th. "The Four Seasons"A comedy about a group of friends and their travels, and the series "Viral Hit." To close out May, on the 29th, two sports documentaries geared towards European audiences will be released: «Brazil 70: The saga of the three-time championship» y "Rafa", a miniseries about Rafael Nadal, which analyzes his career and his place in the history of tennis.
Disney+: Horror, Drama, and Returns in May
Disney+ combines in May the recent film releases with new seasons of British series and specials focused on Marvel characters, although these have been promoted mainly in the United States. In the Spanish and European catalog, one of the most notable titles is the survival thriller "Send Help", available for streaming from May 7th.
In this film, a seemingly invisible office worker, Linda Liddle, and her boss, Bradley Preston, They survive a plane crash and are stranded on a deserted islandWhat begins as a story of forced cooperation quickly escalates into a psychological confrontation where the struggle for food and shelter intertwines with old scores from the workplace. The film blends elements of survival horror with character drama and is bolstered by the performances of Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'Brien.
In the realm of TV series, the platform's big internal premiere is the season 2 of "Rivals"The series, which arrives on Disney+ on May 15, is based on the novel by Jilly Cooper and follows the brutal battle for control of the Central Southwest television franchise. This new season escalates tensions between the companies Corinium and Venturer, with an increasingly ruthless Tony Baddingham ready to exploit any opportunity. scandals and personal secrets In order to stay on top. David Tennant once again leads the cast in a production that continues to exploit the mix of eighties glamour and power games.
Prime Video: from superhero noir to the return of Jack Ryan
Amazon strengthens its position with a May catalog that combines Award-winning auteur cinema, spy franchises, and one of the hottest youth releases right nowIn Spain and Europe, Prime Video concentrates many of its releases in the second half of the month, when competition intensifies.
May 8st is coming "Marty Supreme"One of the most talked-about films of the past awards season, the film follows Marty, a shoe salesman convinced he is destined to be a world table tennis champion. His arrival at an international tournament confronts his self-confidence with the real toughness of professional competitionThe feature film, directed by Josh Safdie and starring Timothée Chalamet, generated a strong critical debate and now lands directly on streaming after its run in theaters.
The most commercially viable part of the month, however, falls to the action and espionage genre. It premieres on May 20th. "Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan: Ghost War"The new film picks up where John Krasinski left off with the character Ryan Reynolds, played by Ryan Krasinski, in this new movie. Ryan faces an international conspiracy alongside a British agent played by Sienna Miller, in a story that works both as a continuation and as a standalone adventure for viewers who only watch the film.
A few days later, on May 27, Prime Video launched "Spider-Noir", one of its major global projects. Set in a Manhattan in the 1930s With a film noir aesthetic, the series introduces Ben Reilly, a down-on-his-luck private detective who once acted as the city's only superhero. Played by Nicolas Cage, the character is forced to resume his masked identity when a seemingly routine case uncovers a plot that forces him to confront his past and his guilt. The series has been announced with two visual versions, one in color and one in black and white, designed to appeal to both general audiences and those nostalgic for classic noir.
Prime Video hasn't forgotten its young adult audience and, on May 13, premieres "Off Campus" (also referred to as "Kiss Me (Off Campus)" depending on the region), an adaptation of Elle Kennedy's novels set in the world of college hockey. The plot follows the relationship between Hannah, a reserved songwriter, and Garrett, star of the Briar University hockey team, blending romance, personal growth, and campus lifeThe platform seeks to replicate the success of other young adult titles based on bestsellers.
Meanwhile, May also serves to continue major series sagas from the network: on the 6th comes the season 2 of "Citadel"The very expensive spy series created by the Russo brothers airs, while the third and final season of Channel 13 is broadcast. "Good Omens", which concludes the story of the angel Aziraphale and the demon Crowley with an extended episode.
Movistar Plus+: international fiction and Spanish production
Movistar Plus+ maintains its commitment to prestigious British series and original projects in the comedy and thriller genresMay becomes a particularly busy month on the platform, which distributes its premieres throughout the entire calendar.
In the film industry, May 1st marks the arrival of [the film/movie title]. "Rondallas"A film by Daniel Sánchez Arévalo, starring Javier Gutiérrez. Set in a small Galician fishing village still reeling from a shipwreck, the story follows the local band as they decide to rebuild themselves to compete in a contest against other towns. The film combines local customs, restrained humor and emotionwith a clear emphasis on community and overcoming grief.
One of the platform's biggest draws for TV series fans is "Lord of the Flies"The first television adaptation of William Golding's novel premieres on May 7. The miniseries brings to the episodic format the story of a group of British schoolchildren who survive a plane crash and find themselves stranded on a remote island without adults. What begins as an attempt to organize themselves reasonably devolves into power struggles, violence, and accelerated loss of innocenceMovistar Plus+ presents the production with four chapters and a soundtrack by Hans Zimmer, emphasizing the psychological thriller approach.
In Spanish fiction, May 21st arrives "Many people have to die"An adaptation of Victoria MartÃn's novel, the series stars Anna Castillo, Macarena GarcÃa, and Laura Weissmahr. It follows three lifelong friends who, two decades after school, maintain a friendship fraught with neuroses, personal crises, and questionable decisions. Bárbara survives on benzodiazepines and job frustration, Maca works shifts as a waitress while pursuing her acting dreams, and Elena faces a pregnancy with a much older husband. The platform positions it as... generational comedy with a sarcastic tone and without fear of touching on uncomfortable topics.
Movistar Plus+ rounds out the month with several international productions. In addition to "Lord of the Flies," highlights include "The Lady," a British drama about Sarah Ferguson's wardrobe assistant and her clash with the rigidity of the British aristocracy, and "Prisoner," an action thriller about the escort of a high-value prisoner who finds herself caught in an ambush. All of this joins other film premieres such as "Stray bullet", an action thriller by Darren Aronofsky, which arrives in the catalog on May 15.
HBO Max: From literary classics to the fight against gentrification
HBO Max is betting on a combination of literary adaptations, recent art-house films, and a Spanish series with a strong social messageIn Spain, these titles arrive in line with the European calendar, which reinforces the platform's presence in the TV series field.
It arrives on streaming on May 1st. Wuthering HeightsA new version of Emily Brontë's novel, directed by Emerald Fennell and starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi. The film, which had a solid run in theaters, translates the story of Heathcliff and Cathy into a highly stylized mise-en-scène, with great care was taken with the photography and costume designAlthough it takes certain liberties with the original text, HBO Max presents it as one of its major cinematic offerings for spring.
Alongside this title, the platform reinforces its commitment to documentaries with offerings focused on music, science, and sports, and premieres works such as "Miss You, Love You"Jim Rash's feature film about a widow preparing her husband's funeral with the help of a stranger, or "The Moment," a mockumentary in which Charli XCX plays a pop star on the verge of her first big tour.
The big Spanish focus this month is «Ravalear» (May 22), a series created by Pol RodrÃguez and co-directed in its first episodes by Isaki Lacuesta. Set in the Raval neighborhood of Barcelona, ​​the show follows a family's struggle to save Can Mosques, a century-old restaurant threatened by an investment fund which aims to empty the building and accelerate the gentrification of the area. The series combines thriller and social drama, and has been screened at international festivals such as Berlin before its arrival on HBO Max.
The platform accompanies "Ravalear" with the premiere of the second season of the travel documentary "On The Roam"Starring Jason Momoa, and featuring a selection of new documentary and true crime titles, reinforcing its image as a service that goes beyond serialized fiction.
Apple TV+: thrillers, science fiction and space alternate history
Apple TV+ is focusing its May efforts on a few carefully crafted productions, true to its strategy of Small catalog, but very carefully curatedIn Spain and Europe, these premieres maintain the same date as in the United States, which facilitates global tracking of the series.
May 8st is coming "Unconditional"A drama in which a mother-daughter vacation in Moscow takes a turn for the worse when the young woman is arrested for drug trafficking. The mother is forced into a race against time to prove her innocence, in a story that blends legal tension and emotional impact within the family unit.
It premieres on May 20th "Satisfaction guaranteed" (titled "Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed" in other territories), the series stars Tatiana Maslany and Jake Johnson. The show follows Paula, a recently divorced mother who believes she witnessed a crime while dealing with a custody battle and an identity crisis. As she investigates on her own, she uncovers clues to a wider conspiracy that draws her into a network of blackmail and violenceall of this with a tone that blends thriller and dark comedy.
The end of the month brings two important premieres for science fiction fans. On the one hand, on May 29th, a new film will be released. "Star City"A spin-off from the "For All Mankind" universe, focusing on the space race from the Soviet perspective, exploring the lives of cosmonauts, engineers, and intelligence officers during the height of the Cold War. Also opening that same day is "Propeller One-Way Night Coach," John Travolta's directorial debut, which recreates the golden age of aviation through a cross-country journey across the United States.
SkyShowtime: television dystopias and expansion of the Yellowstone universe
SkyShowtime structures its May programming around two main themes: dystopian science fiction and the expansion of one of its most profitable universes, YellowstoneIn Spain and other European countries where the service operates, the platform leverages the popularity of these brands to strengthen its profile.
It premieres on May 3th "The Running Man"A new adaptation of Stephen King's novel, which previously inspired the 1980s film "The Running Man." Directed by Edgar Wright and starring Glen Powell, the film is set in the near future, where a television program turns the deadly pursuit of fugitives by professional assassins into entertainment. SkyShowtime presents it as a version more faithful to the original material, with a more marked critique of the culture of spectacle and media violence.
In the final stretch of the month, on May 22nd, it arrives "Dutton Ranch"A new installment in the Yellowstone universe, focusing on Beth and Rip Dutton. After a fire in Montana, the couple tries to start over on a Texas ranch, where they must face new rivals and an environment in which Blood ties and revenge dictate the rules of the gameThe series has been reformulated from ideas that were originally going to be integrated into the main series, making it a meeting point for veteran fans and new viewers.
Filmin and other services: arthouse cinema and the revival of classic films
Alongside the major platforms, services like Filmin continue to solidify their unique offering with European auteur cinema and the rediscovery of key worksMay is no exception, and the catalog receives recent films that have been shown at international festivals alongside titles that have been consolidated through word of mouth.
Among the most striking new features are "Nouvelle Vague"A comedy that reconstructs the chaotic filming of "Breathless" and pays homage to the emergence of the French New Wave. The critically acclaimed film joins other releases such as intimate dramas, documentaries, and genre films that reinforce Filmin's position as a haven for the film-loving viewer within the streaming ecosystem.
May's offering is rounded out by the arrival on VOD and various catalogs of recent titles that have been shown in theaters, such as "Black Phone 2", sequel to the successful horror thriller, or works that have had a good run among fans of the genre, such as "Honey Don't!", a black comedy by Ethan Coen, or "Lurker", a psychological thriller about obsession and power in the art world.
Given this scenario, viewers who check the platforms in May will find a particularly busy month with important premiereswhere almost every week it adds a title with the potential to become a global conversation starter: highly anticipated second seasons on Netflix, remakes of literary classics on HBO Max, franchise expansions on Prime Video and SkyShowtime, new Spanish series on Movistar Plus+ and HBO Max, and prestigious offerings on Apple TV+ and Filmin. The competition for screen time is fierce, but so is the variety of options to suit all tastes.
