With the month of May in full swing, Netflix continues to release an array of exciting new movies for its subscribers. This past week saw the addition of superhero movies, campy melodramas, and animated flicks, making it harder to decide what to watch on movie night. Some of the standout releases include Madame Web, a part of the Spider-Verse saga, A Simple Favor featuring Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively, and Thelma the Unicorn, an animated comedy.
In the list of the ten best new movies on Netflix for May 2024, Madame Web takes the top spot. This film follows Cassandra Webb, a paramedic who gains clairvoyance and must protect three young women destined to become Spider-Women. A Simple Favor, directed by Paul Feig, follows Stephanie, a mommy vlogger, investigating the disappearance of her friend Emily. Thelma the Unicorn, directed by Jared Hess, follows a pony transformed into a unicorn in pursuit of stardom.
Upgrade, a sci-fi thriller from director Leigh Whannell, explores the dark side of technological advancements as a man seeks vengeance after a brutal attack. The Book of Clarence, directed by Jeymes Samuel, is a tongue-in-cheek tale set in AD 33 Jerusalem, following Clarence’s journey to become a fake messiah. War Dogs, directed by Todd Phillips, is based on a true story about two men exploiting a government initiative for U.S. military contracts.
Mother of the Bride, a rom-com directed by Mark Waters, follows Lana as she navigates comedic chaos after her daughter’s fiancé turns out to be linked to her past. Starship Troopers, directed by Paul Verhoeven, is a satirical take on interstellar warfare against giant alien insects. Unfrosted, directed by Jerry Seinfeld, offers a humorous look at the rivalry between Kellogg’s and Post in the creation of Pop-Tarts. Finally, The Matrix: Resurrections continues the iconic saga with Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss reprising their roles.
Besides the highlighted films, Netflix has added a variety of other movies throughout May, including classics like Airport, Madagascar, and The Nutty Professor, as well as newer releases like Secrets of the Neanderthals and Larva in Mars. With such a diverse selection of genres and styles, Netflix subscribers are sure to find something to enjoy for their movie nights in May. Whether it be a thrilling superhero adventure, a comedic romp, or a thought-provoking sci-fi journey, there is something for everyone on the streaming platform.
