Get ready for an exciting month of binge-worthy TV! May 2025 brings a thrilling lineup of new shows and returning series that promise to keep you on the edge of your seat, with a few book to screen adaptations sprinkled in for good measure. From intense dramas to laugh-out-loud comedies, here’s what’s coming to your screen this month.

TV

The Four Seasons

The Four Seasons reunites lifelong friends for four seasonal getaways—spring through winter—where laughter, secrets, and life’s twists keep them on their toes. Starring Tina Fey, Will Forte, Kerri Kenney‑Silver, Marco Calvani, Erika Henningsen, Colman Domingo, and Steve Carell, the mini series blends sharp humor with heartfelt moments.

Forever

Forever is Netflix’s upcoming take on Judy Blume’s iconic (and once very scandalous) novel about first love, big feelings, and even bigger mistakes. It follows Katherine and Michael as they fall hard—and fast—and learn that love isn’t always as simple as it seems. Sweet, awkward, and a little bit messy, Forever is ready to steal the hearts of a whole new generation.

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Duster

Josh Holloway returns in Duster, a gritty 1970s crime thriller from J.J. Abrams and LaToya Morgan. He plays a getaway driver who teams up with the FBI’s first Black female agent (Rachel Hilson) to take down a rising crime syndicate led by a ruthless mob boss (Keith David). Duster premieres May 15, 2025, on Max.

The West

The West

With the huge popularity of fictional cowboy shows and western romance novels, it’s refreshing to get a deeper nonfiction perspective on the real history behind the myths. Kevin Costner’s The West, produced by Kevin Costner and Doris Kearns Goodwin, explores the fierce battles for land, identity, and power that shaped America. This eight-part series brings to life iconic figures, pivotal events, and the untold stories of resilience and resistance across a century of the American West.

Murderbot

Starring Alexander Skarsgård as the titular security unit, Murderbot is an upcoming American science fiction action comedy series on Apple TV+ based on Martha Wells’ bestselling The Murderbot Diaries. The show follows a rogue cyborg who gains free will, navigates dangerous assignments, and conceals its independence while protecting a team of scientists. Murderbot premieres May 16 on Apple TV+, but in the meantime, check out the first book in the series, All Systems Red!

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Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, Season 2

The first season of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives pulled us in with unexpected twists and juicy drama we didn’t know we needed. The new season takes things even further, revealing deeper secrets and shocking betrayals. Prepare for more jaw-dropping moments that will keep you hooked, coming to Hulu on May 15!

Movies

Final Destination: Bloodlines

Remember how the original Final Destination made us terrified to follow a logging truck? Time to see what other phobias we can unlock – and in this franchise, death is relentless, and she’s ready to serve justice up on her own terms. Watch as college student Stefanie battles a violent recurring nightmare to save her family from the grips of death’s twisted game.

Mountainhead

Mountainhead is an upcoming HBO and Sky Cinema film written and directed by Jesse Armstrong, starring Steve Carell, Jason Schwartzman, Cory Michael Smith, and Ramy Youssef. It reunites wealthy friends amid a brewing financial crisis, testing their loyalties and exposing hidden tensions. Executive produced by Armstrong alongside Frank Rich, Lucy Prebble, and others, the film promises Armstrong’s signature blend of sharp wit and keen insight.

Rust

Rust is a gritty new Western that captures the harsh beauty and brutal reality of frontier life, perfect for fans of raw, emotional cowboy stories. Starring Alec Baldwin, the film carries an extra weight, serving as a tribute to late cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, whose artistry helped shape its striking visuals. Watching Rust isn’t just experiencing a gripping Western—it’s also a way to honor her lasting legacy.

The Phoenician Scheme

The Phoenician Scheme is a Wes Anderson–directed espionage comedy about eccentric operatives in an international conspiracy. Betrayals and bizarre twists unfold as they jockey alliances in a high‑stakes power grab. The ensemble—Benicio del Toro, Tom Hanks, Scarlett Johansson, and more—anchors this quirky spy caper.