The 7 Best New Movies Streaming on Netflix in May 2025

Subscribing to Netflix is often a hit-or-miss endeavor for cinephiles. Some months, the additions to the film library are so barren that you’re simply paying for the privilege to rewatch old “Stranger Things” episodes. But other times, the streaming giant comes through and delivers a smorgasbord of cinematic delights to feast on. Fortunately, May 2025 is one of the latter cases.
From recent indie debuts from the likes of Celine Song and Michael Sarnoski to a slate of charming blockbusters led by George Clooney and Brad Pitt to one of the most underrated films of Steven Spielberg’s career, this month’s slate features something for everyone to enjoy. Keep reading for our seven favorite films coming to Netflix in May 2025.
From recent indie debuts from the likes of Celine Song and Michael Sarnoski to a slate of charming blockbusters led by George Clooney and Brad Pitt to one of the most underrated films of Steven Spielberg’s career, this month’s slate features something for everyone to enjoy. Keep reading for our seven favorite films coming to Netflix in May 2025.
- 5/2/2025
- by Christian Zilko
- Indiewire
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