May 2026 is shaping up to be a strong month for Prime Video, with new seasons of popular series, high-profile spin-offs, and globally released titles. Even just looking at the lineup, it’s hard to decide what to watch first.
This guide breaks down all confirmed titles available in Japan, organized by release date for easy browsing. Start with Bob’s Pick for this month’s must-watch highlights.
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Bob’s Pick | Must-Watch Titles for May 2026
May 2026 looks especially strong for Prime Video, with new seasons of popular series, spin-offs, and globally released titles.
Start with Bob’s Pick, selected for both buzz and viewing satisfaction, to quickly find this month’s must-watch titles.
- Good Omens Season 3(May 13) | Angels and Demons, a New Chapter in the Tale Toward the End
- Jack Ryan: Ghost War(May 20)｜A New Battleground for the Popular Spy Series
- Spider-Noir(May 27)｜A New World of Marvel's Dark Heroes
- Return to Silent Hill(May 15)｜Exclusive distribution of the latest movie based on a popular horror game
🌍 Global Prime Video Releases in May 2026
May 2026 also brings a strong lineup of globally released titles on Prime Video. Based on official information from Amazon MGM Studios (press releases) and other confirmed sources, here are the titles announced for worldwide and global release.
- No Place to Be Single
- It's Not Like That
- Jack Ryan: Ghost War
Prime Video Release Schedule for May 2026 [Movies, Series, Variety Shows]
Here’s a full list of new and notable Prime Video titles coming in May 2026, sorted by release date. This month’s lineup includes new seasons, spin-offs, and globally released titles. Start with the table below for a quick overview, then jump to the titles you want to learn more about.
| Release Date | Title | Category | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5/1 | HERO'S ISLAND | Japanese Film | Exclusive |
| 5/8 | No Place to Be Single | Italian Film | Worldwide Simultaneous Distribution |
| 5/13 | Good Omens Season 3 | International Series | New in the series / Simultaneous worldwide distribution Bob's Pick |
| 5/13 | Off Campus | International Series | Exclusive |
| 5/15 | It's Not Like That | International Series | Worldwide Simultaneous Distribution |
| 5/15 | Return to Silent Hill | International Co-Production | Exclusive Bob's Pick |
| 5/20 | Jack Ryan: Ghost War | International Series | Series Spin Off / Worldwide Simultaneous Distribution Bob's Pick |
| 5/22 | Secret NG House Season 2 | Variety Show | Exclusive Streaming |
| 5/27 | Spider-Noir | International Series | Marvel Series Bob's Pick |
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By Release Date: A Closer Look at Prime Video’s May 2026 Highlights
Here’s a quick look at each title’s synopsis and highlights, organized by release date. Please check out the new chapters of popular series, spin-offs of hot topics, and other notable works scheduled for distribution in May 2026.
HERO'S ISLAND
▋┊Movie "Treasure Island
— Prime Video (@PrimeVideo_JP) April 14, 2026
Exclusive distribution on Prime Video from May 1 (Fri.)
Keishi Otomo Director
✖️Satoshi Tsumabuki┋Suzu Hirose┋Masataka Kubota┋Eita Nagayama
The 49th Japan Academy Prize
Awards of Excellence in 8 categories🏆.
An explosion of overwhelming heat and emotion produces,
A shocking and moving entertainment blockbuster! pic.twitter.com/4e6OenLztD
Release Date:May 1, 2026
Country of production:Japan
Genres:Film/ Historical Drama
Synopsis and Work Introduction
Set in 1952 Okinawa under U.S. occupation, this historical drama follows a group of young men known as “senka agiyaa,” who survive by scavenging from U.S. military supplies. The story centers on three childhood friends caught in the tides of a turbulent era, as they uncover the truth behind a vanished hero 20 years later.
Highlights
Based on a real historical background, the film's profound story carefully depicts the complex times and human drama of Okinawa.
No Place to Be Single
Release Date:May 8, 2026 (simultaneous worldwide distribution)
Japan distribution date has not yet been announced.
Country of production:Italy
Genres:Film/Romantic Comedy
Synopsis and Work Introduction
Set in a small Tuscan town, a childhood friend returns after a long absence to a single mother who supports a farm. Reunited by the legacy of a deceased uncle, the two grow closer, each with their own agendas.
Highlights
The film depicts an “adult romance” that begins with a reunion against the backdrop of the beautiful Tuscan landscape.
🔗Click here for information on "No Place to Be Single" (official press release)
If the series caught your interest, go to the best-selling novel that was the origin of the story.
View "No Place To Be Single: A Novel (English Edition)" (Kindle) on Amazon
Good Omens Season 3
Release Date:May 13, 2026 (simultaneous worldwide distribution)
*Date of distribution in Japan will be announced soon.
Country of production:USA / UK
Genres:Drama/Comedy, Fantasy
Synopsis and Work Introduction
The third chapter in the popular series about the strange friendship between the angel Aziraphale and the demon Crowley, the story picks up where Season 2 left off.
Aziraphale returns to the heavens and is entrusted with planning the Second Coming as “the highest-ranking angel,” while Crowley is left heartbroken when he is separated from Aziraphale. As the fate of the world once again hangs in the balance, the two are forced to choose between their respective positions.
Highlights
This is the core part of the series, where the long-standing relationship between Aziraphale and Crowley reaches a major turning point. In a unique world where humor and seriousness intersect, the story deeply explores the theme of “friendship or mission.”
Off Campus
Release Date:May 13, 2026 (simultaneous worldwide distribution)
*Date of distribution in Japan will be announced soon.
Country of production:United States
Genres:Drama/Romance, Youth
Synopsis and Work Introduction
This coming-of-age drama depicts young people's love, friendship, and personal growth, centered on a college ice hockey team. Centered on the relationship between a shy singer-songwriter and a star player, the two contrasting characters gradually grow closer.
Highlights
The real emotions of college life are carefully portrayed, including not only love, but also friendship and conflicts about the future.
If the series caught your interest, check out the bestselling novel that inspired it.
This book is only available in English.
It's Not Like That
Release Date:May 15, 2026 (simultaneous worldwide distribution)
Japan distribution date has not yet been announced.
Country of production:United States
Genres:Drama/Human drama
Synopsis and Work Introduction
A man who has lost his wife and a recently divorced woman grow closer again as they each search for a new life with their own children. As they face the realities of being single and the struggles of raising children, their relationship takes an unexpected turn.
Highlights
Its biggest strength is the way it weaves together romance, parenthood, and the challenge of rebuilding a family after major life changes.
🔗Click here for information on "It's Not Like That" (official press release)
Return to Silent Hill
Return to Silent Hill" film
— Prime Video (@PrimeVideo_JP) March 13, 2026
Japanese dubbed trailer, unleashed: ‼️
Voice actors for the original game "SILENT HILL 2
Chikahiro Kobayashi, Shizuka Ito, and Sumire Moroboshi will continue to pitch 🎙️
The “Voice” Returns to Silent Hill...
May 15 (Fri.) Exclusive on Prime Video pic.twitter.com/ivWdIkpxzE
Release Date:May 15, 2026 (simultaneous worldwide distribution)
*Date of distribution in Japan will be announced soon.
Country of production:Co-production by France, USA, UK, Germany, Serbia, Japan
Genres:Film / Horror
Synopsis and Work Introduction
A man who has lost his beloved wife receives a letter from her, which leads him to Silent Hill, a town they once visited together. The town, shrouded in fog, is filled with eerie, grotesque creatures, and he seeks the truth while confronting his fears.
Based on the popular horror game "Silent Hill 2," this psychological horror film is again directed by the director of the first film in the series.
Highlights
The eerie, fog-shrouded world and the bizarre visuals of the creatures create an intense sense of immersion. Not only is there a sense of fear, but psychological scares of loss and guilt are also appealing.
Jack Ryan: Ghost War
Release Date:May 20, 2026 (simultaneous worldwide distribution)
*Date of distribution in Japan will be announced soon.
Country of production:United States
Genres:Film/Action, Suspense
Synopsis and Work Introduction
A huge conspiracy is at work behind the scenes of a top-secret international mission, and Jack Ryan is once again drawn back to the scene of the danger. As the situation worsens with each passing moment, he and his trusted colleagues are trying to get to the bottom of what is going on, but the enemy seems to see through it all and makes the first move.
Adapted from the popular spy series written by Tom Clancy, this suspenseful epic challenges the viewer to fight his toughest and most personal battle to date while also confronting past ties.
Highlights
The tense development that seems to be going on in real time and the profound storyline set against the backdrop of international affairs are outstandingly watchable. Not only the action, but also the trust and conflicts between allies are carefully depicted.
If you are intrigued by the video, go to the original novel by Tom Clancy. This is a book that offers a thrilling development with detailed psychological battles.
View "The Hunt for Red October" (Kindle) on Amazon
View "The Hunt for Red October" (Paperback) on Amazon
Listen to "The Hunt for Red October" (Audible) on Amazon
Secret NG House Season 2
🚨Season 2 is coming soon🚨.
— Prime Video (@PrimeVideo_JP) April 6, 2026
『# Secret NG HouseThe '✨' is back! ✨
“NG” that should never be done.”
The psychological battle accelerates in the locked room where the
Your deductive powers will also be put to the test,
Addictive max survival entertainment relaunched 🔥.
▶️ ▶️ from Friday, May 22
All-you-can-watch exclusives now available on Prime Video ◀️ ◀️ pic.twitter.com/w7SMViV4Og
Release Date:May 22, 2026
Country of production:Japan
Genres:Variety/Survival Games
Synopsis and Work Introduction
This is the second season of a psychological game show where participants must avoid “secret NGs,” or forbidden actions, while competing. Season 2 raises the stakes with updated rules and elimination conditions, making strategy and mind games more important than ever.
Highlights
The tension between the players' casual words and actions leading to NG, and the tactics between them, make for an unpredictable psychological battle until the very end.
Spider-Noir
Release Date:May 27, 2026 (simultaneous worldwide distribution)
*Date of distribution in Japan will be announced soon.
Country of production:United States
Genres:Drama/Action, Suspense
Synopsis and Work Introduction
Set in 1930s New York City, Ben Reilly (Nicolas Cage), a failed private detective, lives as “the other Spider-Man” as he confronts the tragedies of his past and protects the city.
Based on Marvel's "Spider-Man Noir," this unique live-action crime drama stars Nicolas Cage. This live-action series offers a more mature take on the superhero genre that combines a profound black-and-white worldview with hard-boiled human drama.
Highlights
The decadent black-and-white images and noir direction stand out, creating a dark worldview that is distinctly different from the conventional Spider-Man. Nicolas Cage’s portrayal of a lonely, world-weary hero adds depth to the story, giving the series a heavier dramatic weight.
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Summary | Prime Video in May 2026 Is Packed with New Seasons and High-Profile Titles
In May 2026, Prime Video delivers a strong lineup of high-profile series, including Good Omens Season 3 and Spider-Noir, making it a standout month for must-watch content.
With movies, series, and variety shows all in the mix, this month offers something for a wide range of viewers. Start with the titles that catch your eye and find your must-watch pick for the month.
If something interests you, it’s worth checking the release date in advance so you can start watching as soon as it drops.
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