Everything coming to and leaving Netflix in May 2018
It’s that time of the month again when we find out what we need to binge before we lose it on Netflix. But it’s also the time to find out the new goodies coming to Netflix in May 2018.
I have a love/hate relationship with this time of the month. Netflix announces all the shows that are coming to the service and those that are leaving. As much as I love seeing all the new stuff, there’s always something I adore leaving Netflix. That’s the case for May 2018.
Here’s a look at everything coming to and leaving Netflix in May 2018. Now is the time to make a note of all your favorites.
The low points
More from Netflix
- Bridgerton season 3: All the details to know about Penelope and Colin’s love story
- It’s a slow week on Netflix with only three new releases (Nov. 20)
- Exploding Kittens: From card game to Netflix animated series starring Tom Ellis
- The Crown and more Netflix shows and movies to stream this week (November 13)
- Escaping Twin Flames and more harrowing love-centered documentaries to watch on Netflix
There are a few things I’m disappointed about leaving and I’ll touch on them first. High School Musical 1 and 2 are going. This wouldn’t be that bad, except that High School Musical 3 is making its way onto the service. I know, that’s a “coming to” movie in the leaving section, but it’s the reason I’m disappointed. When I watch the third one, I’ll want the first two to binge in order!
Charlotte’s Web is another low point for me. This is, by far, one of my favorite childhood movies and one that I was hoping to continue show to my kids. One of them is still too young to appreciate it. Looks like I’ll be getting the DVD instead.
If you’re a fan of The Secret Life of the American Teenager, you’ll want to binge watch all five seasons this weekend. Netflix hasn’t been quiet about this series exiting the service, but it’s still a low point for many. After all, the series was critically acclaimed when it first starting, focusing on some very heavy but important material.
The great news about the exits is that most will take place in the first two days. After that, you’ll just see the odd one or two exit the service now and then.
The high points
There are a lot of Netflix Originals coming to the service. Again, this isn’t surprising. The streaming service has been extremely vocal about bringing its own content. I thought March and April were months to beat, but Netflix in May 2018 is going to be one to watch out for.
Dear White People Volume 2 drops at the start of the month. Lena Waithe is joining the cast and it promises to tackle every single topic you can think of!
For those looking for an animated show for the kids, Inspector Gadget Season 4 will drop in the middle of the month. The first three seasons already take adults back to the good old days and the fourth season is bound to do the same.
The musical lovers will likely look forward to May 16, which is when Mama Mia drops on the service. Take the time to sing along with all the Abba songs from the past.
Here’s a look at the full list of things coming to and leaving Netflix in May 2018. The asterisk (*) notes Netflix Originals.
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May 1
Arriving:
27: Gone Too Soon
A Life of Its Own: The Truth About Medical Marijuana
Amelie
Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures: Season 1
Beautiful Girls
Darc
God’s Own Country
Hachi: A Dog’s Tale
Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay
Hellboy II: The Golden Army
High School Musical 3: Senior Year
John Mulaney: Kid Gorgeous Live at Radio City*
Mr. Woodcock
My Perfect Romance
Pocoyo & Cars
Pocoyo & The Space Circus
Queens of Comedy: Season 1
Reasonable Doubt
Red Dragon
Scream 2
Shrek
Simon: Season 1
Sliding Doors
Sometimes*
The Bourne Ultimatum
The Carter Effect
The Clapper
The Reaping
The Strange Name Movie
Yu-Gi-Oh! Arc-V: Season 2
Leaving:
Casper
Chappie
Charlotte’s Web
Field of Dreams
GoodFellas
Ocean’s Eleven
Sahara
Silent Hill
The Exorcism of Emily Rose
The Hurt Locker
To Rome With Love
To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar
May 2
Arriving:
Jailbreak
Leaving:
12 Dates of Christmas
Beauty & the Briefcase
Cadet Kelly
Camp Rock
Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam
Cow Belles
Cyberbully
Disney’s The Cheetah Girls
Disney’s The Cheetah Girls 2
Disney’s The Cheetah Girls: One World
Frenemies
Geek Charming
Good Luck Charlie: It’s Christmas
Hello Sister, Goodbye Life
High School Musical
High School Musical 2
Jump In!
Lemonade Mouth
Little Einsteins: Seasons 1 – 2
My Fake Fiancé
Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Across the 2nd Dimension
Phineas and Ferb: Seasons 1 – 4
Princess Protection Program
Princess: A Modern Fairytale
Read It and Weep
Revenge of the Bridesmaids
Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure
Special Agent Oso: Seasons 1 – 2
StarStruck
Teen Spirit
The Secret Life of the American Teenager: Seasons 1 – 5
Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior
Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie
May 4
A Little Help with Carol Burnett*
Anon*
Busted!: Season 1*
Dear White People: Volume 2*
End Game*
Forgive Us Our Debts*
Kong: King of the Apes: Season 2*
Manhunt*
My Next Guest Needs No Introduction With David Letterman: Tina Fey*
No Estoy Loca
The Rain: Season 1*
May 5
Arriving:
Faces Places
May 6
Arriving:
The Joel McHale Show with Joel McHale (season one finale May 13)*
May 7
Leaving:
The Host
May 8
Arriving:
Desolation
Hari Kondabolu: Warn Your Relatives*
May 9
Arriving:
Dirty Girl
May 11
Arriving:
Bill Nye Saves the World: Season 3*
Evil Genius: the True Story of America’s
May 14
Arriving:
The Phantom of the Opera
May 15
Arriving:
Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce: Season 4
Grand Designs: Seasons 13 – 14
Only God Forgives
The Game 365: Seasons 15 – 16
May 16
Arriving:
89
Mamma Mia!
The 40-Year-Old Virgin
The Kingdom
Wanted
May 18
Arriving:
Cargo*
Catching Feelings*
Inspector Gadget: Season 4*
May 19
Arriving:
Bridge to Terabithia
Disney’s Scandal: Season 7
Small Town Crime
May 20
Arriving:
Some Kind of Beautiful
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May 21
Arriving:
Señora Acero: Season 4
May 22
Arriving:
Mob Psycho 100: Season 1*
Shooter: Season 2
Terrace House: Opening New Doors: Part 2*
Tig Notaro Happy To Be Here*
May 23
Arriving:
Explained*
May 24
Arriving:
Fauda: Season 2*
Survivors Guide to Prison
May 25
Arriving:
Ibiza*
Steve Martin and Martin Short: An Evening You Will Forget for the Rest of Your Life*
The Toys That Made Us: Season 2*
Trollhunters: Part 3*
May 26
Arriving:
Sara’s Notebook*
May 27
Arriving:
The Break with Michelle Wolf*
May 29
Arriving:
Disney·Pixar’s Coco
May 30
Arriving:
Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt: Season 4*
Leaving:
Disney’s The Jungle Book
May 31
Arriving:
Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story
My Next Guest Needs No Introduction With David Letterman: Howard Stern*
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What are you most excited about leaving Netflix in May 2018? What are you most looking forward to? Share in the comments below.