5 movies you must see in May on Netflix, Prime Video and more including “unmissable” thriller

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Okay, so if I’m not feeling a trip to the movie theater this month – maybe I’m not super hyped for The Devil Wears Prada 2, Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu, or Power Ballad – thankfully, the streaming services are coming through with some awesome new stuff to watch from the comfort of my couch!

Whether you’re into gripping thrillers or excited for the next installment of your favorite spy series, there’s plenty to watch. With so many streaming options, it’s hard to keep track of everything new!

Here at Digital Spy, we’re highlighting the five best movies you can start streaming this month. Grab some popcorn and settle in for a great watch!

Send Help

Okay, so I just finished watching Send Help, and Sam Raimi is BACK! It dropped in theaters in February and now it’s on Disney+, and seriously, it’s a wild ride. It’s totally disgusting and hilarious – I was cringing and laughing at the same time. Honestly, Rachel McAdams and Dylan O’Brien are giving two of the best performances I’ve seen all year, easily.

Okay, so I just finished watching this thriller, and seriously, you HAVE to see it! It’s about Linda, played by Rachel McAdams, who ends up stranded on a deserted island after a plane crash with her awful boss, Bradley. They’re the only ones who made it, and it’s amazing to watch because Linda actually knows what she’s doing when it comes to survival – unlike Bradley. She’s suddenly in charge, and let me tell you, she really takes advantage of the situation. It’s so satisfying to watch the tables turn!

Streaming on Disney+ from 7 May

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Remarkably Bright Creatures

Adapted from the popular novel by Shelby Van Pelt, the movie Remarkably Bright Creatures is a truly special and heartwarming story that’s likely to move you.

The story centers on Tova (Sally Field), a widow who finds solace working the night shift cleaning at an aquarium. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she encounters Marcellus, a giant Pacific octopus (voiced by Alfred Molina). Together with Cameron (Lewis Pullman), they form a surprising friendship and unravel a mystery that ultimately leads to a profound discovery.

Streaming on Netflix from 8 May

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale

You can revisit all your favorite characters in Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, which concludes the story for this group – though it doesn’t necessarily mean this is the absolute end of the Downton Abbey world.

It’s the 1930s, and things are difficult for the Crawley family. Mary is caught up in a public scandal, and the family is struggling financially. They must adapt to these challenges and get ready for the next generation to take over Downton Abbey.

Streaming on Sky Cinema and NOW (with a Cinema membership) from 8 May

Marty, Life Is Short

For those who enjoy documentaries, Netflix has a new film exploring the impressive five-decade career of Martin Short.

Directed by Lawrence Kasdan, Marty, Life Is Short uses previously unseen footage and new interviews with many famous friends and colleagues to share the story of Marty Erlichman’s life.

Streaming on Netflix from 12 May

Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan: Ghost War

John Krasinski is returning as Jack Ryan in a new installment, Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan: Ghost War, almost three years after the Prime Video series concluded. Wendell Pierce, Michael Kelly, and Betty Gabriel will also reprise their roles as James Greer, Mike November, and Elizabeth Wright.

Jack is pulled back into the dangerous world of spying when a major international operation goes wrong and reveals a deadly plot. He teams up with both familiar faces and a new partner, Emma Marlowe (Sienna Miller), to untangle a complex and deeply personal mission.

Streaming on Prime Video from 20 May

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2026-05-03 09:19