A curated guide to May’s biggest OTT releases across Netflix, Prime Video and JioHotstar, tailored for viewers riding out the Indian summer indoors. The lineup spans global genres: a Rafael Nadal documentary, Spider Noir’s noir superhero twist, Korean drama Wonderfools, gritty sports thriller Glory, returning spy hits like Citadel, and more binge-worthy films and series.
Every month we put together a list of new OTT releases. We're back again to share a watchlist with the latest web series on Netflix, JioHotstar, Amazon Prime Video and more as the Indian summer insists you stay inside, hydrate and catch a good show.
From a documentary on the legendary Tennis Champion Rafael Nadal to watching the story of an ageing and down on luck investigator who once saved the city as a superhero in Spider Noir to a new Korean drama series, Wonderfools, plenty of upcoming shows and movies are making your way to binge watch this May.
When: May 4
Where: Netflix
The 2026 BBC and Netflix co-production of Lord of the Flies, a four-episode limited series adapted by Jack Thorne from William Golding’s classic novel and depicts a group of schoolboys stranded on a desert island and their descent into chaos
When: May 22
Where: Netflix
A male chauvinist played by Sasha Baron Cohen is transported to a matriarchal and faces challenges from a formidable female version of himself. With the rules of engagement changed, he goes head-to-head with a fiery female colleague in a playful satire about what happens when the script is flipped.
When: May 12
Where: Netflix
A Japanese anime that tips into adult urban fantasy action, Devil May Cry season 2, follows Dante runs a devil-hunting business while struggling with financial debt.
When: May 8
Where: Prime Video
A Korean romantic comedy based on a novel by Felicia Kingsley, No Place To Be Single follows Elisa, a vintner in Tuscany, whose life is disrupted by the return of her childhood friend, Michael, a businessman returning to his hometown.
When: May 27
Where: Prime Video
Once the city's one and only superhero, Ben Reilly is a seasoned but down on his luck private investigator in the 1930s who is now forced to grapple with his past life, following a deeply personal tragedy. No, he is not Peter Parker is you wanna know.
When: May 6
Where: Prime Video
Priyanka Chopra and Richard Madden are coming back for another season of action-packed spy drama to stop another conspiracy after three years of gap since season 1.
When: May 20
Where: Amazon Prime Video
For those who love an action-packed series to watch, Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan, is perfect American political thriller to watch from the Ryanverse. And if you have watched anything starring John Krasinski you should know he is damn good in everything.
When: May 29
Where: Netflix
A four-part documentary series directed by Zachary Heinzerling about Tennis champion and King of Clay Rafael Nadal taking us behind the scenes to glimpse into the emotional and physical journey of the Spaniard.
When: May 1
Where: Netflix
Starring Pulkit Samrat and Divyenndu in a sport-crime thriller, Glory is set around the boxing ring. Created by the Karan Anshuman (Mirzapur), the series depicts two brothers from Haryana who seek revenge after their sister is attacked amid corruption and a mysterious murder.
When: May 13
Where: Netflix
Another Hockey romance to invest your time in, Off Campus, is a book adaptation that centers on Briar University's elite ice hockey team and explores themes of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery.
When: May 12
Where: JioHotstar
The first season of Marvel's show that released in ends with Frank Castle brutally disfiguring Billy Russo before finding a temporary sense of peace by joining a veteran support group. Season 2 picks up right after avenging for his wife and children's death where now Castle uncovers a conspiracy that runs deeper than New York's criminal underworld. As the Punisher, he must dig deep to discover the truth about injustices that affect more people.