May TBW: 18 Most Anticipated TV Shows and Movies
We don’t want you to miss a thing! Pop Culture Planet’s Jordan Bohan breaks down all the new releases for May and where to watch them.
Shardlake
Set in 16th century Tudor England, Matthew Shardlake attempts to solve crimes all while avoiding getting caught up in the political implications of his work under Henry VIII. Shardlake is based on the best-selling novel series by C. J. Sansom.
Shardlake premieres on Hulu on May 1.
The Idea of You
Based on the best-selling book by Robinne Lee, The Idea of You follows the budding romance between 24-year-old Hayes Campbell (Nicholas Galitzine), the leading member of the hottest boy band and Solène (Anne Hathaway), a 40-year-old single mother.
The Idea of You hits Prime Video on May 2.
Turtles All The Way Down
A new John Green book adaptation is finally here! This teen drama follows the struggles of Aza, a sixteen year old suffering from OCD as she reconnects with her childhood crush. She attempts to find love and happiness despite her mental health.
Turtles All The Way Down hits Max on May 2.
The Tattooist of Auschwitz
Based on the historical Holocaust novel, this series details the life of Jewish survivor Lali Sokolov.
The Tattooist of Auschwitz premieres on Peacock on May 2.
The Fall Guy
Scarred stuntman Colt Seaver rejoins the entertainment industry when the star of a big film studio mysteriously disappears. The film stars Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt.
The Fall Guy hits theaters on May 3.
Prom Dates
After fantasizing of prom for their whole lives, best friends Hannah and Jess break up with their dates a day before the big night. The duo has 24 hours to find new dates and make their high school dreams come true.
Prom Dates premieres on Hulu on May 3.
Unfrosted
In 1963, the two largest breakfast food companies Kellogg’s and Post compete to create the pastry that will change breakfast forever.
Unfrosted premieres on Netflix on May 3.
Dark Matter
After getting abducted into an alternate life, Jason Dessen embarks on a journey to return to his true family.
Dark Matter premieres on Apple TV+ on May 8.
Mother of the Bride
Mother of the bride Lana finds that the groom’s father is the man who broke her heart years prior.
Mother of the Bride premieres on Netflix on May 9.
Pretty Little Liars: Summer School
The liars are back! This time a new villain with connections to A is out to ruin their summer.
Pretty Little Liars: Summer School hits Max on May 9.
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
A young ape goes on a quest that leads him to question the things he’s been taught.
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes hits theaters on May 10.
Bridgerton Season 3
Fans have been on the edge of their seat waiting for more Polin! The new season focuses on the friends to lovers story of Penelope (Nicola Coughlin) and Colin (Luke Newton).
Bridgerton season 3 hits Netflix on May 16.
IF
After discovering that imaginary friends are real, a girl embarks on a journey to reconnect lost IFs with their kids.
IF comes to theaters on May 17.
Back to Black
After a tumultuous relationship with Blake Fielder-Civil, Amy Winehouse is inspired to write a groundbreaking and record breaking album Back to Black.
Back to Black hits theaters May 17.
Babes
After getting pregnant from a one night stand, Eden relies on her best friend and mother of two Dawn to guide her through pregnancy and beyond.
Babes comes to theaters May 17.
The Garfield Movie
Garfield reunites with his long-lost father, a scruffy street cat who drags his son into a high-stakes heist.
The Garfield Movie hits theaters on May 24.
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga
Young Furiosa falls into the hands of a biker horde led by Dementus. They cross paths with the Citadel and the two tirants battle for dominance as Furiosa attempts to get home.
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga comes to theaters May 24.
Robot Dreams
Dog assembles Robot as a companion in 1980s New York City. The two go to Coney Island as a Labour Day outing when Robot begins to rust and cannot move.
Robot Dreams hits theaters on May 31.
