Netflix not only has a bunch of original movies [1] and count down until new episodes of 13 Reasons Why [2] or Stranger Things [3] drop, there are a lot of Netflix originals that have fresh episodes coming your way as early as May 1, so get ready!
Shows like Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and Dear White People are back with fresh, funny and totally-worth-waiting-for episodes [4], not to mention all of the new comedy standup specials you have to look forward to next month. Plus, there are brand-new series from the streaming site like Mob Psycho 100 and The Who Was? Show to get ready to sink your teeth into . . . and those are only the beginning when it comes to original series that you can stream soon.
Check out the full list of Netflix original shows coming this May ahead, then grab your pajamas, some wine, and maybe a snack or two and let the binge-fest begin!
John Mulaney: Kid Gorgeous Live at Radio City
If you love John Mulaney, then you're in luck because an all-new comedy special called John Mulaney: Kid Gorgeous Live at Radio City is heading your way next month.
When it's available: May 1
A Little Help With Carol Burnett
What's not to love about Carol Burnett? The iconic comedian and actress has a new original unscripted series called A Little Help With Carol Burnett coming to Netflix, and you're bound to love it. It has Burnett and her cast of kids dishing out advice to celebrities and the audience, which is going to be a hoot.
When it's available: May 4
Busted!: Season 1
Busted! is a hilarious variety show, whodunit style, that features a panel of Korean entertainment icons and some of the biggest names in K-drama. Each episode will have the cast of semisleuths teaming up to solve a different mystery all while featuring celebrities that Koreans will know and love.
When it's available: May 4
Dear White People: Volume 2
The next installment of Netflix's beloved original series, Dear White People, is almost here! You can watch season two of the show, which will have romantic dilemmas and social media trolls, and push Sam (Logan Browning), Lionel (DeRon Horton), and company to their breaking points.
When it's available: May 4
Kong: King of the Apes: Season 2
Kids love Netflix too, which is why your little ones will be happy to know that Kong: King of the Apes is dropping its sophomore season in May. This season will follow Lukas and his friends as they explore the lost world of prehistoric beasts and discover clues about Kong's past.
When it's available: May 4
My Next Guest Needs No Introduction With David Letterman: Tina Fey
Mark your calendars, because Tina Fey [6] and David Letterman [7] are going to be in the same room! As a part of My Next Guest Needs No Introduction With David Letterman, next month Tina's episode will air, and it's going to be good. According to Netflix, the Mean Girls [8] creator talks about her family, Saturday Night Live [9], and the one moment she wishes she could take back.
When it's available: May 4
The Rain: Season 1
The Rain is the thriller TV series (a Scandinavian thriller, to be more exact) you've been looking for. It begins after a brutal virus wipes out most of the population, but two siblings survive and must embark on a dangerous search for safety.
When it's available: May 4
The Joel McHale Show With Joel McHale: Season 1
The more Joel McHale, the better, which is why we love The Joel McHale Show With Joel McHale. You can catch all-new episodes every Sunday this month of the talk show, which will end with its season one finale on May 13.
When it's available: May 5
Hari Kondabolu: Warn Your Relatives
Hari Kondabolu: Warn Your Relatives will feature Hari Kondabolu (surprising, right?) as he breaks down identity politics, celebrity encounters, and even more during his standup special.
When it's available: May 8
Bill Nye Saves the World: Season 3
Bill Nye is back with another season of Bill Nye Saves the World. In season three, you will see Bill and his guests tackle the science of addiction and explore the future of food, among a variety of other topics.
When it's available: May 11
Evil Genius: The True Story of America's Most Diabolical Bank Heist
Evil Genius: The True Story of America's Most Diabolical Bank Heist is a docuseries that investigates the true story of a pizza delivery man who robbed a bank only to be killed by a bomb that was fastened around his neck! So intense.
When it's available: May 11
Spirit Riding Free: Season 5
Spirit Riding Free is in its fifth season and it continues to win over the hearts of children everywhere. The show follows a wild mustang named Spirit, who can't be tamed, but after meeting a girl named Lucky, they form a bond and really discover what it's like to be free.
When it's available: May 11
The Who Was Show: Season 1
The Who Was Show is based on the bestselling book series by the same name. Each week, kids can watch the live-action comedy sketch show and learn while doing so, since it stars the greatest names in history.
When it's available: May 11
Ali Wong: Hard Knock Wife
Ali Wong: Hard Knock Wife is the second original standup comedy special by Ali Wong, who — you guessed it — is pregnant again! The hilarious special will have you laughing nonstop as Ali explores the notion that having kids isn't exactly what it's cracked up to be.
When it's available: May 13
Inspector Gadget: Season 4
This season on Inspector Gadget, Dr. Claw attempts anger management while Talon poses as a panda and Inspector Gadget . . . goes to jail. Tune in to see all of the changes from the hit children's show and plenty of surprises to go with them.
When it's available: May 18
Mob Psycho 100: Season 1
In this new Netflix original series, Mob Psycho 100, there is an organization gathering espers for a "nefarious" purpose. Only the most powerful psychic, known as Mob, can figure it all out and in the process become the protagonist of his own life.
When it's available: May 22
Terrance House: Opening New Doors: Part 2
Are you ready for part two of Terrance House: Opening New Doors? Well, the next installment of this show promises that as Shion and Tsubasa grow closer, Amu and Takayuki's relationship gets more complicated. Plus, a new housemate joins the group and shakes things up.
When it's available: May 22
Tig Notaro Happy to Be Here
Tig Notaro Happy to Be Here is another standup special coming to Netflix in May. It will focus on comedian Tig Notaro as she welcomes her inner prankster on stage and adds in a few funny anecdotes and parenting confessions.
When it's available: May 22
Explained
This new original series called Explained is going to look at topical and timely issues that impact our lives. It will cover topics from the gender wage gap to geopolitical politics.
When it's available: May 23
Fauda: Season 2
Season two of Fauda is coming your way toward the end of May, so get ready. This season will focus on Doron (Lior Raz) teaming up with his old undercover unit after a militant has targeted him for revenge.
When it's available: May 24
Steve Martin and Martin Short: An Evening You Will Forget For the Rest of Your Life
Steve Martin [10] and Martin Short: An Evening You Will Forget For the Rest of Your Life is the TV special you've always wanted. Seriously, what could be better than watching Steve Martin and Martin Short in all their comedy glory from the comfort of your couch? The answer: nothing!
When it's available: May 25
The Toys That Made Us: Season 2
The Toys That Made Us will take on features about Star Trek, Transformers, Lego, and Hello Kitty when season two premieres at the end of May.
When it's available: May 25
Trollhunters: Part 3
Part three of Trollhunters will dive into the fate of both trolls and humans now that it's the final chapter of the animated story. The only question left to be answered is whether the villain Gunmar will succeed in shrouding the world in darkness. Find out this May!
When it's available: May 25
The Break With Michelle Wolf
Get ready to laugh weekly with Michelle Wolf's The Break With Michelle Wolf show. It will poke fun at pretty much everything and everyone each episode and have you laughing all night long.
When it's available: May 27
Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt: Season 4
Kimmy Schmidt (Ellie Kemper) returns this season on Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt with a new job at a tech startup, and that's only the beginning of what you have to look forward to from the characters. Titus (Tituss Burgess) will do anything to impress Mikey (Mike Carlsen), even pretend to have a TV show, while Jacqueline (Jane Krakowski) takes stab at opening her own talent agency.
When it's available: May 30
My Next Guest Needs No Introduction With David Letterman: Howard Stern
The next installment of My Guest Needs No Introduction With David Letterman [11] will have Howard Stern as the guest celebrity, and we can't wait to watch. It will feature Howard talking about his life and career and of course David will be the host.
When it's available: May 31