May 2026 Movies To-Do
New movies releasing in May 2026.
Obsession
May 15Focus FeaturesHorror/ThrillerCurry Barker's indie horror phenomenon — $334M worldwide on a $750K budget, Focus Features' highest-grossing film ever.
Releases May 15, 2026
The Mandalorian & Grogu ★
May 22DisneySci-Fi/ActionStar WarsStar Wars returns to theaters after a seven-year absence. Pedro Pascal and Sigourney Weaver star.
Releases May 22, 2026
Backrooms ★
May 29Horror/Sci-FiA24Kane Parsons' viral YouTube concept becomes a full A24 film. Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve star.
Releases May 29, 2026
The Devil Wears Prada 2
May 1DisneyComedy/DramaMeryl Streep's Miranda Priestly navigates tech-era workplace politics.
Releases May 1, 2026
Mortal Kombat II
May 8Warner Bros.Action/FantasyAdds Karl Urban as Johnny Cage. 74% RT — a franchise best — but a modest $128M.
Releases May 8, 2026
The Sheep Detectives
May 8Amazon MGMMystery/ComedyA comedic whodunit starring Hugh Jackman as a shepherd, released theatrically before hitting Prime Video.
Releases May 8, 2026
Animal Farm
May 1Angel StudiosAnimationAndy Serkis directs an animated take on Orwell's novella, with a voice cast led by Seth Rogen.
Releases May 1, 2026
May 2026 Movies Collection
Movies released before May 2026, ranked. Full write-ups in our Best Movies of 2026 hub.
Project Hail Mary ★
Mar 20Amazon MGMSci-FiRyan GoslingReleased Mar 20, 2026
Hoppers ★
Mar 6DisneyAnimationPixarReleased Mar 6, 2026
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple
Jan 16SonyHorror/Sci-FiReleased Jan 16, 2026
The Drama
Apr 3DramaA24Released Apr 3, 2026
GOAT
Feb 13SonyAnimation/Sports ComedyReleased Feb 13, 2026
Send Help
Jan 30LionsgateHorror/ComedySam RaimiReleased Jan 30, 2026
Michael ★
Apr 24LionsgateMusical BiopicReleased Apr 24, 2026
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Apr 1UniversalAnimationNintendoReleased Apr 1, 2026
Crime 101
Feb 13Warner BrosCrime/ThrillerReleased Feb 13, 2026
Scream 7
Feb 27ParamountHorror/SlasherReleased Feb 27, 2026
Wuthering Heights
Feb 13Warner BrosRomance/DramaReleased Feb 13, 2026
Reminders of Him
Mar 13SonyRomance/DramaReleased Mar 13, 2026
How We Rank
Ranking the Collection
Released films (Jan–Apr) are ranked on critical reception, audience response, cultural impact, and box office performance.
Ranking the To-Do
Upcoming May–Dec films are ranked on anticipation factors: director pedigree, cast, trailer quality, and franchise momentum.
S Tier = exceptional, must-see regardless of genre preference
A Tier = excellent, highly recommended
B Tier = good, worth your time if the premise appeals to you
C Tier = decent, has strengths but notable weaknesses
FAQ
What new movies are releasing in May 2026?
7 movies are releasing in May 2026: Obsession, The Mandalorian & Grogu, The Devil Wears Prada 2, Animal Farm, Backrooms, Mortal Kombat II, and The Sheep Detectives. See the full to-do list, ranked by anticipation, above.
What is the best movie of 2026 so far?
Our highest-ranked movies of 2026 are Project Hail Mary, Hoppers, and 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple. Full write-ups are in our Best Movies of 2026 hub.
How is this movie tier list ranked?
Every title is placed S through C based on critical reception and audience response. You can build your own ranking in the interactive tier list — drag any title between tiers.
