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Netflix has finally revealed its complete collection of upcoming premieres slated to hit screens this month, featuring an array of exclusive productions for the streaming giant.
The lineup comprises a spine-tingling true crime documentary series, a treat for enthusiasts of “Slow Horses”, and a dark humorous production headlined by Julianne Moore and Kevin Bacon. Here are five programs you won’t want to overlook as they debut in May.
True Crime Thriller: “Angi: Fake Life, True Crime”
Netflix is delivering this unsettling narrative straight to your screen, recounting the gruesome tale of a wealthy murderess ready to eliminate one of her “closest friends” for monetary gain. Audiences will be gripped by the chilling account of Spanish fashion designer Ana Páez – and the enigmatic grim fate she met will keep you at the edge of your seats.
This brand-new 2025 Netflix original, titled “Angi: Fake Life, True Crime,” delves into the astonishing story of how Angi, known also as María Ángeles Molina, was accused of murdering and subsequently impersonating her purportedly close friend. The crime appears to have been motivated by financial greed, with Angi securing loans and insurance policies in the victim’s name, amounting to a million euros.
Following this, Angi drugged and suffocated her helpless former friend with a plastic bag and utilized semen samples obtained from prostitutes to frame innocent men for the crime. The real-life aspects are simultaneously terrifying and compelling, leaving you to ponder how anyone could sink so low. The series premieres on Netflix on May 1.
Key Details of the Crime
- Motivation: Financial gain through loans and insurance policies
- Method: Drugging and suffocation, followed by framing innocent individuals
- Release Date: May 1, 2025
British Crime Drama: “Dept Q”
Attention crime aficionados, “Dept Q” revolves around a bold yet brilliant detective who assumes command of a new police division, guiding an eclectic team in resolving Edinburgh’s unsolved cases.
Based on the novels of the same name by Danish author Jussi Adler-Olsen, the series centers on Carl Morck, a detective tasked with establishing Department Q following an attack that leaves his partner paralyzed and another officer deceased.
If you enjoy Apple TV’s “Slow Horses,” this series is a must-add to your watchlist, premiering on May 29.
Japanese Romantic Drama: “Why I Dress Up For Love”
Also premiering in 2025 is “Why I Dress Up For Love,” a Japanese dramatic series that explores “an introverted woman’s journey into love and self-expression.”
The storyline is more lighthearted and relatable, chronicling the journey of a woman who discovers romance in the most unexpected places and times.
This unmissable drama will be available for viewing starting May 1.
Seasonal Relationship Drama: “The Four Seasons” Series
Also arriving on Netflix on May 1 is “The Four Seasons,” a series adapted from the 1981 film of the same name.
It chronicles the annual vacations of three married couples, which take a dramatic turn when one couple separates, and the man arrives with a new, much younger partner instead of his wife.
The ensued complications and tensions as friendships are abruptly upended will make this series another essential watch for May.
With these series on the horizon, viewers are eagerly anticipating cozy evenings on the couch, immersing themselves in the action.
Dark Comedy: “Sirens”
Viewers should also reserve time for the limited series, “Sirens.” The all-star cast features Julianne Moore and Kevin Bacon, alongside Meghann Fahy and “House of the Dragon” actress Milly Alcock.
The series follows Devon (Fahy), who spends Labor Day weekend with her younger sister Simone (Alcock), worried about her sibling’s relationship with her boss, billionaire philanthropist Michaela Kell (Moore).
Michaela’s closeness to Simone makes it challenging for Devon to reach her sister, as Michaela commands control over the island. Fans will not want to miss this dark comedy, debuting on Netflix on May 22.