22 Best New Movies to Streaming in May: ‘Wuthering Heights, ‘Send Help,’ ‘The Moment,’ ‘Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair’ and More
Several highly anticipated films are set to debut on streaming platforms in May 2026, marking the start of the summer viewing season. Notable releases include Emerald Fennell’s 'Wuthering Heights' on HBO Max, Sam Raimi’s 'Send Help' on Hulu and Disney+, and Charli XCX’s 'The Moment,' also on HBO Max. Netflix will premiere original films such as 'Swapped,' 'Ladies First,' and 'Remarkably Bright Creatures,' adapting popular books and featuring major stars.
- ▪Emerald Fennell’s 'Wuthering Heights,' starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, arrives on HBO Max after earning $241 million worldwide.
- ▪Sam Raimi’s 'Send Help,' featuring Rachel McAdams, debuts on Hulu and Disney+ following strong box office and critical reception.
- ▪Charli XCX’s 'The Moment' premieres on HBO Max after being one of the standout films at Sundance.
- ▪Netflix releases the animated film 'Swapped,' voice-acted by Michael B. Jordan, and 'Remarkably Bright Creatures,' starring Sally Field as an adaptation of a bestselling novel.
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Home Film Lists May 1, 2026 2:10pm PT 22 Best New Movies to Streaming in May: ‘Wuthering Heights, ‘Send Help,’ ‘The Moment,’ ‘Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair’ and More By Zack Sharf Plus Icon Zack Sharf Digital News Director ZSharf Latest ‘Vampire Diaries’ Star Ian Somerhalder Got Into ‘Eight-Figure’ Debt After Retiring From Acting and Had to Sell Off ‘Houses, Paintings, Cars, Watches, Everything’ 2 days ago MCU Star Evangeline Lilly Blasts Disney for Marvel Layoffs: ‘Shame on You for Turning Your Back on the People Who’ Gave You ‘Power’ 2 days ago Donald Trump Says Jimmy Kimmel Better Get Fired ‘Soon’ by ABC After Melania Widow Joke: ‘People Are Angry’ 2 days ago See All Everett Collection The summer movie season kicks off in theaters this month with major Hollywood studio fare such…
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