Everything New on Netflix UK in May That You Need to Watch

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You might not know comedian Keith Robinson—but we’re pretty sure you know Kevin Hart. And Hart is not just giving him a co-sign, but also going as far as introducing him in person on this Comedy Central stand-up special, and calling him his mentor. Robinson was a writer on Chappelle’s Show and was also in Trainwreck, and it’s definitely worth checking out his special on Hart’s recommendation.

Streaming from May 1

Marvel’s straight-to-DVD animated movies don’t get as much hype as DC’s (because honestly, they tend to be a lot more generic), but they’re still sticking on if you want some simple straight-up superhero action. This is an adaptation of the massive 2006 comics crossover where the Hulk found himself stranded on a strange planet and had to go full-Conan to survive a world full of alien gladiators. It’s also definitely one of the better Marvel animated movies.

Streaming from May 1

Real talk: we like Adam Sandler. Haters gonna hate, but we still have fond memories of Happy Gilmore and The Waterboy. His recent output hasn’t been his best, but his new Netflix deal means he can just keep making undemanding comedies, which we’ll always enjoy watching. The Do-Over is his second exclusive-to-Netflix film, and sees him team with David Spade as two buddies who fake their deaths to start a new life, but find themselves in even more trouble.

Streaming from May 27

One of the great things about Netflix is that they have faith in their original shows. The first season of sprawling family thriller Bloodline didn’t hit like Orange is the New Black or Daredevil  did, and if it had been of network TV it would definitely have been cancelled. But instead, Netflix give it time to find its audience, and continue with a second season. And if you’re looking for a new show to binge, the crime-riddled tale of glamorous Florida family The Rayburns is sitting there ready for you. 

Streaming from May 27

Orphan Black has been a real sleeper hit. The Canadian sci-fi show has been quietly picking up fans for three seasons now, thanks to it’s unique premise (a woman discovers she’s actually one of many clones, created by a shadowy organisation), and the great lead performance of Tatiana Maslany is multiple roles. New episodes from season four are being added weekly, and it’s the perfect time to jump on-board.

New episodes streaming weekly.

Can you believe that a show as grimy and weird as It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia has lasted 11 seasons? And while most shows will mix things up and change the status quo to stop things getting stale, It’s Always Sunny has done none of that (apart from adding Danny DeVito in season 2). It doesn’t need to change — it just stays as funny and as mean-spirited as ever. And another season of The Gang’s adventures are always welcome.

Streaming TBC

Netflix have been upping their original documentary content recently, now that they’ve pretty much conquered drama and comedy. Chef’s Table takes a very simple concept — each episode is a profile of one of the best chef’s in the world, and their restaurants. Season 2 features from all over the globe, including Thailand, Mexico and Chicago. 

Streaming from May 27

One thing the explosion in streaming services has meant is that there is a desperate need for content to fill them up — meaning that we are getting TV shows from all over the world pop up in our living rooms/ laptops/ Apple TVs. This month Netflix is debuting two Australian comedies: adult puppet show Sammy J & Randy, and time-travel sitcom Soul Mates. Honestly, we don’t know if they are any good, but we like the fact that they are now available for us to watch, and you never know, they might be amazing.

Streaming from May 1

Chelsea marks Netflix’s first attempt at a very old-school TV format: the late-night chat show. Veteran host Chelsea Handler takes the reigns of the show, which will stream on Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays. It seems like all the best bits of Jimmy Fallon, James Cordon and even Graham Norton just end up online anyway, so is this a step backwards for Netflix? Or will it take maximum advantage of not being on a regular time slot? It’ll catching to find out at least. 

Streaming from May 11