Looking for a new show to watch on Netflix this week? Here are five of the best new series available to binge-watch right now. From passionate romances to thrilling mysteries, ScreenRant has picked out the most popular and talked-about shows hitting the platform from April 27th to May 1st, 2026.
Last weekend on Netflix, viewers were hooked on several shows. Running Point season 2 quickly became the most popular title in the U.S., while Unchosen topped charts worldwide for several days after its debut. Fans also enjoyed Stranger Things: Tales From ’85, a brand-new spin-off series of the hit show Stranger Things. Other popular choices in April included season 2 of Beef, boasting a particularly impressive cast, and the new comedy reality series, Funny AF with Kevin Hart.
If Wishes Could Kill
The new K-drama series, If Wishes Could Kill, is a thrilling horror show that recently premiered on Netflix. Currently ranked as the #3 most-watched show, this 8-episode series centers around five high school friends who receive a deadly warning from a mysterious wish-granting app. Based on the idea that you should be careful what you wish for, it’s a straightforward but captivating story that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Fake Profile
Netflix’s Fake Profile (also known as Perfil Falso) has been a big hit in April 2025. The third season premiered almost two weeks ago, and this 30-episode soap opera is perfect for relaxed viewing. It’s a classic story that begins with Camila, who starts an online dating journey hoping to find love, but things quickly take an unexpected and dramatic turn.
Straight To Hell
Netflix’s new 9-part docudrama, Straight to Hell, premiered on April 27th. The series tells the story of Kazuko Hosoki, Japan’s well-known and often debated fortune-teller, and how she became famous. Covering 60 years of her life, from the mid-1950s to the early 2000s, Straight to Hell is considered the most comprehensive look at Hosoki’s life and career, which was often shadowed by accusations of fraud. It’s one of the most compelling new shows currently available on Netflix.
Sold Out On You
The K-drama Sold Out on You is quickly becoming a global hit! New episodes will be released every Wednesday and Thursday until late May 2026, starting last week. The series tells the story of a farmer juggling multiple jobs and a TV host, whose lives unexpectedly connect and spark a charming romance. If you enjoy romantic comedies and feel-good K-dramas, be sure to check out this show on Netflix this week.
Man On Fire
This week, the new Netflix series Man on Fire is generating a lot of buzz. It’s based on the same popular novel that the 2004 film starring Denzel Washington was based on. The series, launching in its entirety on Thursday, April 30th, stars Yahya Abdul-Mateen II (known from Wonder Man and Aquaman) as John Creasy, a troubled ex-mercenary seeking redemption through revenge. If you’re a fan of intense action, crime dramas, and psychological thrillers, be sure to check out Man on Fire on Netflix this week.
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2026-04-28 01:18