What to watch in May—before the spoilers hit

If you’ve already binge-watched the latest episodes of The Last of Us and breezed through all six episodes of Black Mirror season 7, you might be wondering what to watch next. Luckily, there’s a fresh line-up of new and returning shows hitting screens next month to keep your watch-list packed. From much-anticipated sequels to exciting debuts, here are the ones you don’t want to miss: The Four Seasons, the second season of Poker Face and Long Way Home, season 4 of Love, Death & Robots, Murderbot, and The Royals.

The Four Seasons 

Tina Fey returns to television in The Four Seasons, a comedy miniseries inspired by the 1981 film of the same name. Joined by a stellar cast including Steve Carell, Colman Domingo, and Will Forte, Fey plays one of six long-time friends who reunite for a weekend getaway. What begins as a relaxing escape quickly turns into chaos, when one couple announces their breakup, throwing the entire group into emotional upheavel. As tensions rise and truths surface, the friends are forced to confront their own imperfections—and discover just how much they rely on one another.

Release date: May 1 on Netflix

'Poker Face' season 2 

After a two-year wait, Poker Face returns this month with its second season. Natasha Lyonne is back as Charlie, a wanderer with an uncanny gift. Created by Rian Johnson, this modern-day twist on Columbo follows Charlie as she travels from town to town, inevitably getting drawn into a new mystery wherever she goes. Her talent makes it impossible to ignore deception, and she can’t help but dig deeper. Season one delivered a stylish, star-studded take on the classic case-of-the-week format, and season two promises even more with guest appearances by Cliff “Method Man” Smith, Cynthia Erivo, Jason Ritter, Melanie Lynskey, and Giancarlo Esposito.

Release date: May 8 on Peacock

The Royals

'The Royals' is a modern-day Indian royalty rom-com that brings together two worlds in a collision of ambition, charm, and unexpected romance. Set in the vibrant city of Morpur, the series follows a royal family with little to their name, until a determined and ambitious woman enters the picture. Her mission? To fix the royal life. But managing Prince Rajkumar is far more challenging than expected. When the polished world of Rajkumar collides with the no-nonsense, street-smart Aam Kumari, sparks fly, egos clash, and an unlikely romance begins to bloom.

The series features an ensemble cast including Bhumi Pednekar starring as the ambitious CEO of Work Potato, Sophia Shekhar, and Ishaan Khatter in the role of the charming yet carefree prince, Aviraaj Singh. Alongside them are industry icons like Zeenat Aman, Sakshi Tanwar, Nora Fatehi, Dino Morea, Milind Soman, Chunky Panday, Vihaan Samat, Kavya Trehan, Sumukhi Suresh, Udit Arora, Lisa Mishra, and Luke Kenny, bringing depth and intrigue to the series.

Release date: May 9 on Netflix

'Long Way Home' season 2 

One of Apple TV+’s standout adventure series is back. Long Way Home, the much-anticipated follow-up to 'Long Way Up', reunites Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman for another epic motorcycle journey—this time from the rugged landscapes of Scotland to the rolling countryside of England. Riding restored vintage bikes, the duo sets out on a purposefully scenic route that takes them through breathtaking locations including the North Sea and the Arctic Circle.

Spanning 15 countries over two months, the series offers more than just beautiful backdrops. McGregor and Boorman immerse themselves in local cultures, connect with communities, and share unforgettable experiences along the way. From thrilling rides to meaningful encounters and mouthwatering meals, Long Way Home invites you to join them on the ultimate road trip adventure.

Release date: May 9 on Apple TV+

'Love, Death & Robots' season 4    

Just when you thought Love, Death & Robots might have been left in the past, the acclaimed adult animated anthology is back for its fourth season, and is picking up right where it left off—with a bold mix of surreal storytelling, stunning animation, and genre-blending madness. Each episode is a self-contained short film crafted by a different creative team, bringing unique visuals and voices to the screen. Originally inspired by the cult classic Heavy Metal (1981), the series has explored everything from futuristic warfare and dystopian AI to dark comedy and horror. Previous seasons gave us gladiator-style monster battles and curious robots exploring a ruined Earth. This new chapter ups the ante with stories featuring alien invasions, feral cats with attitude, and prehistoric predators wreaking havoc. If you’re into mind-bending animation and unpredictable plots, season four may prove to be well worth the wait.

Release date: May 15 on Netflix

Murderbot 

Get ready for a dose of sci-fi action with 'Murderbot', the new series based on Martha Wells’ award-winning The Murderbot Diaries. Alexander Skarsgård takes the lead as the title character—a security android who’s secretly hacked its own systems to gain free will. While humans believe he’s just another emotionless machine, Murderbot is quietly navigating his own complex thoughts and growing curiosity about the messy, emotional species he's assigned to protect.

Blending action, sharp wit, and existential undertones, the show comes from Chris and Paul Weitz (About a Boy), who have written, directed, and produced the series with Wells as a consulting producer. With its mix of dry humour, high-stakes missions, and unexpected emotion, Murderbot is likely to be one of the most entertaining sci-fi offerings of the year.

Release date: May 16 on Apple TV+

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