Okay, so it might be impossible to watch EVERYTHING, but with all these new shows it can be hard to keep track, especially with all the different streaming services. That’s why we’ve compiled this handy list of TV viewing for May with shows premiering, or continuing from the month(s) before. There’s sure to be something up your alley.
Oh, and May also marks the return of Twin Peaks. Pretty neat eh? *melts into a puddle*
Shows Premiering in May
American Gods
Season 1 – May 1st
American Gods is the adaptation of Neil Gaiman’s 2001 novel where gods, the old and the new, walk among us.
Where to watch: US: Starz, NZ: Amazon Prime Video
Sense8
Season 2 – May 5th
Continuing the Wachowskis’ saga connecting eight minds across the globe, and more than likely another orgy?
Where to watch: US/NZ: Netflix
Master of None
Season 2 – May 12th
Aziz Ansari continues his socially aware series of living in a modern world, this time abroad in Italy with his best bud.
Where to watch: US/NZ: Netflix
I Love Dick
Season 1 – May 12th
More than just a funny title, it’s a new Jill Soloway show (Transparent) with Kathryn Hahn and Kevin Bacon as the leads.
Where to watch: US/NZ: Amazon Prime Video
Anne With An E
Season 1 – May 12th
Based on Lucy Maud Montgomery’s 1908 novel Anne of Green Gables, to join Netflix’s existing slate of gingers (see below).
Where to watch: US/NZ: Netflix
Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt
Season 3 – May 19th
That innocent ginger, Kimmy, is back for another season of Tina Fey’s half hour comedy.
Where to watch: US/NZ: Netflix
The Keepers
Season 1 – May 19th
In the style of Netflix’s Making a Murderer and Amanda Knox, this is another true crime series, this time with nuns.
Where to watch: US/NZ: Netflix
Twin Peaks
Season 3 – May 21st
Twin Peaks, a cult classic, is revived 25 years later with David Lynch and the original cast.
Where to watch: US: Showtime, NZ: Sky
Bloodline
Season 3 – May 26th
Kyle Chandler is back for the final season of Bloodline, whatever this show is about.
Where to watch: US/NZ: Netflix
House of Cards
Season 5 – May 30th
Frank & Claire Underwood are still at it (apparently).
Where to watch: US/NZ: Netflix
Shows Continuing in May
Better Call Saul
Season 3 (ends June 12th)
Jimmy McGill continues digging himself a hole that will lead him to becoming Saul Goodman in this Breaking Bad prequel.
Where to watch: US: AMC, NZ: Lightbox
Doctor Who
Series 10 (ends July 1st)
A new companion, but one more season before showrunner Steven Moffat, and Doctor, Peter Capaldi, move on. Check out our first impressions.
Where to watch: UK: BBC, US: BBC America, NZ: Prime
The Leftovers
Season 3 (ends June 4th)
Damon Lindelof’s final season brings us a more refined Lost. Check out our first impressions and follow along with our spoiler dive week to week.
Where to watch: US: HBO NZ: Sky
Fargo
Season 3 (ends June 21st)
Noah Hawley’s anthology series gives us two Ewen McGregors, a Carrie Coon, and an Elizabeth Winstead.
Where to watch: US: FX, NZ: Sky, Neon
Silicon Valley
Season 4 (ends June 25th)
Once again there’s dissent among the ranks in this satirical take on our digital age.
Where to watch: US: HBO, NZ: Sky
The Handmaid’s Tale
Season 1 (ends June 14th)
A new series based on Margaret Atwood’s 1985 novel where modern-day women are taken in as slaves.
Where to watch: US: Hulu
Genius
Season 1 (ends June 27th)
A new series following Albert Einstein’s life with Geoffrey Rush as the older Einstein.
Where to watch: US: National Geographic, NZ: Sky
TV has always been a part of Michael’s life, but since the influx of streaming shows now he can’t stop (someone send help). He also dabbles in films and video games, and has a mean board game collection.
Michael has a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies from Victoria University, Wellington, New Zealand. He has previously written about video games for publications including Game Console, Salient, and ButtonMasher.
