2026 has already been a big year for new series on Netflix; the streamer has debuted shows from a variety of genres, including period dramas, horror, and one of the raunchiest dramas in its library. Out of the glut of new offerings, we’ve compiled our top 10. We’re not including returning series in this list. Let’s dive in!

Tina Fey leads a second season of 'The Four Seasons' Laughs, tears, and thrills are coming to Netflix in May, as several new titles arrive, including documentaries, movies, mysteries, and reality series.

The Ingalls family meets Dr. George Tann and more.

Netflix's New Crime Thriller Does Revenge Better Than 'Reacher' – and Denzel

Netflix's film adaptation of "Remarkably Bright Creatures," based on the novel of the same name by Shelby Van Pelt, arrives on the streamer's platform this month. Starring Lewis Pullman, Sally Field,

Netflix has come under scrutiny before for changing its pricing plans across a small period of time, and it has recently begun changing some features on its platform as well. A new change displays a troubling push from the company away from user-friendly ideas.

Television reviewer, Luke Ecclestone highly recommends a brand new British crime drama series that has just landed on Netflix and stars Steve Coogan

Find out what's new on Netflix for May 2026 and beyond. Netflix is flourishing with incredible content, including new original movies and shows like Remarkably Bright Creatures and Berlin and the Lady with an Ermine,