11 Best New Shows on Netflix: May 2026’s Top Upcoming Series to Watch
Netflix is set to release a diverse lineup of new series in May 2026, including highly anticipated sequels and original shows across multiple genres. Among the highlights are 'Berlin and the Lady with an Ermine,' a prequel to 'Money Heist,' and 'Legends,' a crime thriller based on true events. New adaptations like 'Lord of the Flies' and returning favorites such as 'Devil May Cry: Season 2' also feature prominently in the monthly lineup.
- ▪'Berlin and the Lady with an Ermine' is a prequel to 'Money Heist' and follows Berlin's crew in a new heist in Seville.
- ▪'Legends' is a Netflix Original crime thriller inspired by real British Customs officials who went undercover in the 1990s.
- ▪'Lord of the Flies' is a new adaptation released on May 4, part of Netflix's May 2026 lineup.
- ▪Other notable releases include 'Devil May Cry: Season 2' and 'A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder: Season 2.'
- ▪All listed shows are Netflix Originals or exclusive premieres for the platform.
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