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The list of titles streaming on Hulu in May is stacked with terrific titles all month long. Get ready for all the excellent movies, specials, and shows coming out, including Hulu Originals like Lisa Ann Walter: It Was An Accident, Rivals: Season 2, and more, all coming your way within the next few weeks. Other noteworthy titles to look out for this month include additional Hulu and FX originals like Travis Japan Travel Around The World: Series Premiere, Welcome to Wrexham: Season 5 Premiere, and El Encargado: Complete Season 4.
So, if you’re trying to decide what to watch right now, Hulu’s definitely got you covered with everything they’ve got coming your way in May.
Best New Movie on Hulu — May 2026
Each month, Hulu adds a varied and impressive list of movies and specials, new and old. Out of a lineup full of big-name hits, this Hulu Original title stands out as the best new special coming to the platform this month.
Lisa Ann Walter: It Was An Accident: Special Premiere (Released May 15) *Hulu Original
Abbott Elementary actress Lisa Ann Walter is here to delete all Hulu subscribers in May with her debut stand-up special. This long-awaited hour showcases Walter’s comedy chops honed with decades of performing experience on stage and screen as she dishes on everything from self-loathing to Gen-Xers, to navigating a regressing America, and more, culminating in this hilarious special. Have a good laugh with Lisa Ann Walter: It Was An Accident this month, only on Hulu.
Best New Shows on Hulu — May 2026
New Hulu series, seasons, and episodes drop this month to much anticipation. The lineup of new shows on Hulu this May features premieres for some of the most hyped series this year. But, among all the awesomeness, these two titles stand out. Here are the best new shows on Hulu this month.
Rivals: Three-Episode Season 2 Premiere (Released May 15) *Hulu Original
A year and a half after it first premiered, period comedy-drama series Rivals returns to Hulu and Disney+ with a must-see new season of streaming. Season 2 picks back up with British nobleman and MP Rupert Campbell-Black (Alex Hassell) and the ruthless Lord Tony Baddingham (David Tennant), as their intense rivalry raises the stakes and grows more dangerous than ever before. In the midst of the immense wealth, privilege, and hedonism of the 1980s, Rupert and Tony will tempt scandal, break hearts, and test loyalties in their obsessive pursuit of victory and ambition. Get in on all the action by catching the first several episodes of Rivals: Season 2 as soon as they premiere on Hulu this month.
Deli Boys: Complete Season 2 (Released May 28) *Hulu Original
Just over one year since the series premiered, Hulu Original crime comedy Deli Boys returns for a thrilling sophomore season beginning late May. Season 2 picks back up with Dar brothers Raj (Saagar Shaikh) and Mir (Asif Ali), as their influx of dirty money inherited from their late father’s (Iqbal Theba) underground criminal empire attracts the attention of dangerous new crooks and foes. With the growth of their business and reputations also comes law enforcement and other powers trying to shut DarCo down for good, leading to an action-packed new season of streaming that you won’t want to miss.
Stream Deli Boys on hulu on may 28Hulu New Releases for May 2026 — Full List and Schedule
Wondering what else you’ll be able to watch on Hulu this month? Here’s the full list of new movies and shows coming out on Hulu streaming in May 2026:
Released May 1
A Passage To India (1984)
Blood In, Blood Out (1993)
Bride Wars (2009)
Casi El Paraíso (2024)
Con Air (1997)
Coyote Ugly (2000)
Descendants: The Rise of Red (2024)
Disney Descendants (2015)
Disney Descendants 2 (2017)
Disney Descendants 3 (2019)
El Encargado: Complete Season 4 *Hulu Original
Holes (2003)
Impuros: Complete Season 6 *Hulu Original
I, Robot (2004)
Joy Ride (2023)
Keeping Up With The Joneses (2016)
Little Man (2006)
Little Man – En Español (2006)
Love And Monsters (2020)
Meet the Spartans (2008)
Minority Report (2002)
Nothing in Common (1986)
November Criminals (2017)
November Criminals – En Español (2017)
Now Is Good (2013)
Now Is Good – En Español (2013)
One Direction: This Is Us (2013)
One Direction: This Is Us – En Español (2013)
Only Lovers Left Alive (2014)
Open Season (2006)
Panic Room (2002)
Panic Room – En Español (2002)
Philadelphia (1993)
Prospect (2018)
Robots (2005)
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016)
Sicario (2015)
Spy (2015)
Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1977)
Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back (1980)
Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi (1983)
Stars Fell Again (2023)
Super Troopers (2002)
Take Me Home Tonight (2011)
The Departed (2006)
The Infiltrator (2016)
The Internship (2013)
The King’s Man (2021)
The Last Duel (2021)
The Other Boleyn Girl (2008)
The Other Guys (2010)
The Other Guys – En Español (2010)
The Prestige (2006)
The Spy Who Dumped Me (2018)
Travis Japan Travel Around The World: Three-Episode Series Premiere *Hulu Original
War Of The Worlds (2005)
White Chicks (2004)
White Chicks – En Español (2004)
Released May 2
7 Little Johnstons: Complete Season 16 (Discovery)
BBQ Brawl: Complete Season 3 (Discovery)
Cheap A$$ Beach Houses: Complete Season 1 (Discovery)
Hallow Road (2025)
iHeartCountry Festival: Livestream
Say Yes to the Dress: Complete Seasons 20 and 21 (Discovery)
Worst Cooks in America: Complete Seasons 23 and 27 (Discovery)
Released May 3
Amsterdam Narcos: Complete Season 1 (National Geographic)
Released May 4
Medalist: Season 2 Premiere (DUBBED) *Hulu Original
Released May 6
Ancient Structures: Secrets Revealed: Complete Season 1 (National Geographic)
Made in Chelsea: Complete Seasons 6-15 (Universal)
Released May 7
10 Days That Unexpectedly Changed America: Complete Season 1
101 Fast Foods That Changed The World: Complete Season 1
After the First 48: Complete Season 11
Meat America: Complete Season 1
My Crazy Ex: Complete Season 2
WW2 From Space: Complete Season 1
WWE LFG: Complete Season 1
Released May 8
We Bury The Dead (2025)
Released May 9
Expedition Unknown: Complete Seasons 15 and 16 (Discovery)
House Hunters: Complete Seasons 250 and 253 (Discovery)
Released May 11
Central Intelligence (2016)
The Split: Complete Series (BBC)
Released May 12
Abraham’s Boys (2025)
Tucci in Italy: New Season (National Geographic)
Released May 14
Ancient Aliens: Complete Season 21
FX’s Welcome to Wrexham: Two-Episode Season 5 Premiere
My Crazy Ex: Complete Season 4
Released May 15
Lisa Ann Walter: It Was An Accident: Special Premiere *Hulu Original
Rivals: Three-Episode Season 2 Premiere *Hulu Original
Released May 16
Chopped: Complete Season 56 (Discovery)
Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives: Complete Season 43 (Discovery)
Guy’s Grocery Games: Complete Season 32 (Discovery)
Toddlers & Tiaras: Complete Seasons 7 and 8 (Discovery)
Released May 18
Battle of Fates: Complete Season 1 (DUBBED) *Hulu Original
Released May 19
The Nightmare Upstairs: What Happened to Ty and Bryn?: Complete Docuseries *Hulu Original
Released May 20
Ndrangheta: World Wide Mafia *Hulu Original
Released May 21
Alien: Romulus (2024)
How the States Got Their Shapes: Complete Seasons 1 and 2
Ultimate Guide to the Presidents: Complete Season 1
United Stats of America: Complete Season 1
Released May 22
Arco (2025)
Disney Camp Rock (2008)
Disney Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam (2010)
Northwoods Survival: Complete Season 2 (National Geographic)
The Home (2025)
Yukon Rescue: Complete Season 1 (National Geographic)
Released May 23
BBQ Brawl: Complete Season 5 (Discovery)
Beach Hunters: Complete Seasons 4 and 5 (Discovery)
Chopped: Complete Season 57 (Discovery)
Released May 24
Dublin Narcos: Complete Season 1 (National Geographic)
Released May 26
Descendent (2025)
Released May 27
Aussie Snake Wranglers: Deadly Pursuit: Complete Season 1 (National Geographic)
Deep Dive Australia: Complete Season 1 (National Geographic)
Released May 28
After the First 48: Complete Season 11
Afraid (2024)
Afraid – En Español (2024)
America: Promised Land: Complete Season 1
America’s Book of Secrets: Complete Season 1
Deli Boys: Complete Season 2 *Hulu Original
Ice Road Truckers: Complete Season 12
The Warfighters: Battle Stories: Complete Season 1
Washington: Complete Season 1
Released May 30
Ancient Autopsy: Mysteries of the Dead: Complete Season 1 (National Geographic)
Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives: Complete Seasons 40 and 42 (Discovery)
Tiny House Hunters: Complete Season 3 (Discovery)
Hulu Release Worth Looking Forward To
Still wondering what Hulu content is on the horizon? Here is one fresh title to look forward to watching on Hulu next month:
Not Suitable for Work (Released June 2) *Hulu Original
Get ready to laugh in June with this brand new Hulu Original comedy series from the sharp mind of Mindy Kaling. Not Suitable for Work revolves around five 20-somethings (Ella Hunt, Avantika, Will Angus, Jack Martin, Nicholas Duvernay) living in Manhattan’s Murray Hill neighborhood as they work hard to chase successful careers while trying to find themselves and lasting happiness in New York City. Catch each episode as soon as they drop next month, only on Hulu.
How To Watch Hulu
If you’re new to Hulu, you can get started with a 30-day free trial on the streamer’s basic (with ads) plan. After the trial period, you’ll pay $10.99/month. If you want to upgrade to Hulu ad-free, it costs $18.99/month.
If you want to stream even more and save a few bucks a month while you’re at it, we recommend subscribing to one of the Disney+ Bundles, all of which include Hulu. These bundles start at $12.99/month for ad-supported Disney+ and Hulu and goes up to $32.99/month for Disney+, Hulu, and Max, all ad-free.
What Else Is Streaming New This May?
Hulu’s new releases are just a portion of the new movies and shows you can watch this month if you’ve got more than one streaming service subscription. We update our guides to the new releases on the most popular streaming platforms every month, so you can stay on top of the freshest titles to watch. Here are full lists, schedules, and reviews for everything streaming:
