This week, streaming platforms are set to deliver a compelling array of new content, spanning from high-stakes spy thrillers to gritty action and heartwarming romantic comedies. Viewers will find a rich selection of series and movies available between May 4 and May 10, 2026, ensuring there's something to captivate every taste.
Amazon Prime Video
Citadel Season 2 | May 6
Richard Madden and Priyanka Chopra Jonas reprise their roles as Mason Kane and Nadia Sinh in the much-anticipated second season of Citadel. They reunite with Bernard Orlick to confront a global conspiracy threatening to reshape humanity. The team must recruit new operatives to battle the Manticore syndicate, as alliances shift and the lines between allies and adversaries blur. Available in Hindi and multiple dubbed versions.
Love Insurance Kompany | May 6
This Tamil-language sci-fi romantic comedy explores the clash between traditional love and tech-driven romance. A man who champions old-school affection encounters Dheema, a woman fully immersed in digital dating. Their relationship faces a significant challenge when they go head-to-head with Suriyan, the powerful CEO of a prominent love app.
Dacoit | May 8
Adivi Sesh stars as Hari in this intense noir-action film. After thirteen years in prison, Hari breaks out to seek revenge against his former lover, Saraswati (Mrunal Thakur), whose betrayal led to his incarceration. Set against the backdrop of caste-based conflict in Madanapalle, the story evolves from a personal revenge thriller into a sprawling crime saga as the estranged duo is forced into a series of robberies together. The film holds a 7.9 IMDb rating.
No Place To Be Single | May 8
An Italian romantic comedy set in a Tuscan village rife with gossip. Elisa, a single mother managing a historic estate, finds her life disrupted when her childhood friend Michele, now a high-powered banker, returns with plans to sell the property. Amid small-town social pressures and a complicated shared history, they must navigate conflicting priorities and the possibility of a second chance at love.
Lukkhe | May 8
This Hindi musical crime drama is set within Chandigarh's vibrant rap scene. An undercover athlete infiltrates a drug ring, becoming entangled between street power and personal ambition. The series centers on a fierce rivalry between rappers MC Badnaam (KING) and OG (Shivankit Parihar), weaving themes of revenge, brotherhood, and redemption through gritty action and original hip-hop. The season consists of eight episodes.
Netflix
My Dearest Assassin | May 7
A Thai action-romance series following Lhan, an orphan with a rare blood type whose parents were murdered. She finds refuge in House 89, a secret guild of assassins, where she trains for survival and develops feelings for her protector, Pran. When her past resurfaces, Lhan must fight alongside her found family to secure her freedom.
The Chestnut Man: Hide and Seek Season 2 | May 7
The popular Nordic noir series returns with detectives Naia Thulin and Mark Hess. This season, they hunt a killer who stalks victims for months before drawing them into a deadly game of hide-and-seek. The investigation begins with the murder of a 41-year-old woman who received surveillance videos and taunting nursery rhymes. A connection to an unsolved high school murder from two years prior adds another layer to this six-episode psychological thriller.
Thank You, Next: Season 3 | May 8
The Turkish romantic comedy returns for its final chapter. Leyla navigates the aftermath of a life-altering relationship, choosing to live and love entirely on her own terms. The eight-episode season focuses on healing, self-discovery, and the complicated new connections that arise from starting over.
Bharatanatyam 2: Mohiniyattam | May 8
The viral Malayalam dark comedy is back. Sasi (Saiju Kurup) and his family travel to Sreekandapuram to deal with the fallout from their late patriarch's secret second life, only to find themselves blackmailed by Govindaraja (Suraj Venjaramoodu) over the fraudulent origins of their family temple. An accidental killing sends events into a spiral of frantic cover-ups, suspicious locals, and escalating chaos. Rated 8.1 on IMDb.
Remarkably Bright Creatures | May 8
An English-language emotional drama premieres mid-week on Netflix, offering a quieter, character-driven narrative for viewers seeking a more intimate story.
JioHotstar
Vaazha II: Biopic of a Billion Bros | May 8
The beloved Malayalam coming-of-age comedy-drama returns. Hashir, Alan, Ajin, and Vinayak – four friends often dismissed by society – now navigate the demanding terrain of adulthood. Directed by Savin SA and written by Vipin Das, this sequel moves beyond the school setting to explore the emotional complexities and true costs of growing up. Rated 8.3 on IMDb, with a runtime of 2 hours 40 minutes. Available in Malayalam, Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and Kannada.
Song Sung Blue | May 9
An English-language drama premiering on JioHotstar towards the end of the week.
Other Platforms
M.I.A. | May 8 | Peacock
An English-language title for enthusiasts of world cinema and documentaries.
Song of the Samurai | May 10 | HBO Max
The week concludes with this historical action title, wrapping up a packed seven days of streaming across various platforms.